Join Bulwark Cider House on Thursday, February 20 for a special edition of Open Mic, hosted by the talented Carrie Matheson! From 7 PM to 10 PM, enjoy a fantastic mix of live music and stand-up comedy, showcasing some of the region's brightest performers. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time performer, this is your chance to take the stage and share your talent with a lively and welcoming crowd.

If you’re interested in securing a spot, reach out to Carrie Matheson via social media at @carriematheson.music. Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable night of entertainment at Bulwark!

Join us on December 6th & 13th on Spring Garden Rd for a festive shopping experience like no other! From unique gifts to handmade treasures, the Neighbourly Holiday Market is the perfect place to support local vendors and find something special for everyone on your list.

Mark your calendars & come get into the holiday spirit with the Neighbouly Market! See you there!

📅 December 6th 
📍 Park Lane Mall, 1-9pm
📍 Spring Garden Place, 4-9pm

📅 December 13th 
📍 Park Lane Mall, 1-9pm

Vendors List:

Join us for the Halifax Public Gardens Holiday Lights presented by the Halifax Regional Municipality and the Friends of the Public Gardens. Between Nov. 30, 2024 and Jan 1, 2025, the Halifax Public Gardens will be aglow with a festive trail of holiday lights every evening from 5-9 p.m.

Park gates will be closed at 4 p.m. in accordance with our seasonal hours. Only the main gates and those in front of Horticultural Hall will be available between 5-9 p.m.

Evergreen Festival is a multi-week outdoor experience celebrating Nova Scotia’s culture, food, spirits, craft, art, music, and performance. This Festival uniquely and intentionally embraces Nova Scotia’s approaching winter and holiday season.

Dispersed along the Halifax waterfront and downtown Halifax, Evergreen Festival features a walkable, safe collection of outdoor experiences linked together through a series of illuminated installations and activations encompassing both businesses and public spaces. The festival is an invitation to Haligonians, Nova Scotians and visitors to dress for the weather and gather outside to enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of the festive season as they savor time with friends and family, by day and night.

The festivities run from November 22 to December 15. For more information on marketing opportunities and upcoming events stay tuned to: Evergreen Festival

This weekend at Foreign Affair join them for an exclusive shopping event featuring the talented sales and account coordinator, Stephanie Clouse of SMYTHE!

Discover one of Canada’s most curated selections of contemporary clothing as they showcase carefully handpicked pieces designed with you in mind. Enjoy personal styling advice from Stephanie while exploring exclusive sought-after collections.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to elevate your wardrobe and enjoy an unforgettable shopping experience! Bring your friends and let’s make it a stylish weekend together!

Save the date and see you there!

The Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.

Alongside a full program of in-person screenings at Cineplex Park Lane, this year marks the return of events! Experience the glamour of our Opening Night Gala, Closing Night Party Atlantic Awards Ceremony and engaging Filmmaker Panels and Q&A’s.

Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.

New location: The Halifax Public Gardens

Join Kyla from Shanti Yoga every Thursday in August from 12:05 pm to 12:55 pm in The Halifax Public Garden at the family lawn area. This event is free to participate in. Participants will need to bring their own equipment (mats will not be provided). Rainy-day classes will be cancelled. Stay tuned to our social media for any updates on classes.

2024 dates

August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

The Filipino Cultural Society of Nova Scotia (FCSNS) is organizing this year's Philippine Fiesta 2024. This cultural event will take place at Garrison Grounds from June 22 - 23, 2024.

Celebrating the culmination of Philippine Heritage Month on this special weekend aims to showcase Philippine culture. Feasting Filipino heritage and identity through collaboration with performers, artists, and talents in the local community.

The Philippine Fiesta 2024 events include:

• Traditional food from local Philippine restaurants and establishments

• Shows featuring local musicians, dancers, and artists

• Infographic presentation on Philippine history

• Interactive family activity zones, photobooths, raffle prizes, games, and much more

The Spring Garden Area is proud to have local artists playing various instruments and tunes on Spring Garden Road every Friday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Starting tomorrow till the end of September.

All performances in public spaces are free but I'm sure the buskers wouldn't mind if you supported them in whatever way you can!

Come support our buskers! Come enjoy the performance! Come enjoy Spring Garden!

SailGP is a marquee event on global sports and entertainment calendars and will be in Halifax as part of Season 4 over the weekend of 1-2 June, 2024.

The weekend of racing will take place in the centre of the iconic Halifax Harbour, between Georges Island and the Macdonald Bridge. The SailGP Race Stadium will be located on the Halifax Waterfront and the Team Base Tours are located at King’s Wharf in Dartmouth.

The Canada SailGP Team, led by Phil Robertson, has three Nova Scotian residents onboard (Billy Gooderham, Tim Hornsby, Jareese Finch), as well as Antonia and Georgia Lewin-Lafrance (Season 3 athletes who have qualified for the Olympics) and a strong local fan base who will come out to support the team on home waters.

Tickets are sold out, but spectators can watch the action from vantage points along the Halifax and Dartmouth shorelines. PLUS, many other exciting events will be happening to celebrate this momentous weekend in Downtown Halifax.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

RACE DAY 1 | SATURDAY, JUNE 1
SailGP Race Stadium | 15:00-18:30 ADT
Race Times | 16:00-17:30 ADT

RACE DAY 2 | SUNDAY, JUNE 2
SailGP Race Stadium | 15:00-18:30 ADT
Race Times | 16:00-17:30 ADT

Join Woozles in the Public Gardens every Tuesday morning by the big tree near the cafe at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime. Hosted by Woozles Children’s Bookstore, this free program for children runs every week. In the event of rain this event will be cancelled. If that's the case, Woozles will post on their social media accounts by 8 a.m. the morning of. Ideally suited for children aged 2 – 6, though all are certainly welcome and no registration is required. They read an array of picture books for 30 – 45 minutes. For further information, call Woozles at 902-423-7626.

2024 Dates For Storytime

May 21, 28

June 4, 11, 18, 25

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

August 6, 13, 20, 27

Join the HFX Wanderers FC for the 2024 season at the historic Halifax Wanderer Grounds!

Your Halifax Wanderers are excited to hit the pitch for a great season with the Canadian Premier League. Grab your tickets for the most exciting game in town and show your support to your Halifax Wanderers.

For tickets, match schedule, stats, standings and all things Wanderers click the link below!

The bun is out of the bag and we're more excited than ever to welcome back The Coast's annual Burger Week now Halifax Burger Bash. The city-wide burger-eating phenomenon and fundraiser for Feed Nova allows local restaurants to create a new unique burger to add to their menu for the week.

The fryers are starting Thursday, April 11 and running until Saturday, April 20.

If you are a business that is interested in participating please contact The Coast at: Events@TheCoast.ca

The JUNOS are coming to Halifax March 20-24, 2024 and you don’t want to miss out on being part of Canada’s largest celebration of music! The JUNOS are more than just the JUNO Awards broadcast, in the lead up to and during JUNO week there will be lots of events around the city, with opportunities for anyone to take part and enjoy amazing music by talented performers from Atlantic Canada and beyond.  
 
Stay up-to-date on the latest JUNOS 2024 news by following @HalifaxJunos on Instagram or HalifaxJunos.com

Sock It To Ya

Make sure you are dressed with the perfect green accessories.

Creamy Rainbow Café

Enjoy lucky limited time only house made macrons for St. Patrick’s Day.

Envy + Grace

Whether you are going out or staying in find the perfect outfit with Envy and Grace.

Dollarama

Here to help you plan your St. Patrick’s Day party. Enjoy party accessories, holiday outfits, treats and much more.

Nine Locks Taproom

Enjoy your favourite small batches of beer with Nine Locks.

Your Father’s Moustache

The place for good times, great food and craft beer.

Bulwark Cider House

Savoury cider crafted from local Annapolis Valley fruits fermented slowly and to perfection. Grab a table at their cider house or pick up a pack to go.

Atlantic University Sport (AUS) is excited to announce that this year’s Subway AUS Basketball Championships will be bigger than ever, bringing four days of action to Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre.

As part of the AUS championship schedule, the 2024 Subway AUS Basketball Championship will take place February 23 through 25. The championship weekend will feature 10  jam-packed doubleheader games—five men’s and five women’s—that will culminate with the crowning of AUS basketball champions.

2024 Subway AUS Men's Basketball Championship

2024 Subway AUS Women's Basketball Championship

Dine Around is back – this year with dine in, take out, and delivery!

Prepare your tastebuds - Halifax's most mouthwatering month of the year is back!! #DineAroundHFX 2024 is going to be spicier, juicier, and more delicious than ever!

From February 1-29, savour special menus from your favourite Halifax restaurants, priced $10-$60. Even better - this year restaurants are offering dine in, take out, and delivery options, so it's easier than ever to support local safely!

To see this year's Dine Around menus and all participating restaurants, visit dinearoundhfx.com

Spring Garden Restaurant Offers:

• Indochine Banh Mi

• Pane e Circo

• La Frasca Cibi & Vini

• Krave Burger

• The Garden Halifax

• Fawn Restaurant

• Smyrna Mediterranean Restaurant

• Bulwark Cider House

• Le Bistro by Liz

Evergreen Festival is a multi-week outdoor experience celebrating Nova Scotia’s culture, food, spirits, craft, art, music, and performance. This Festival uniquely and intentionally embraces Nova Scotia’s approaching winter and holiday season.

Dispersed along the Halifax waterfront and downtown Halifax, Evergreen Festival features a walkable, safe collection of outdoor experiences linked together through a series of illuminated installations and activations encompassing both businesses and public spaces. The festival is an invitation to Haligonians, Nova Scotians and visitors to dress for the weather and gather outside to enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of the festive season as they savor time with friends and family, by day and night.

The festivities run from November 24 to December 17. For more information on marketing opportunities and upcoming events stay tuned to: Evergreenfestns.com

The Atlantic Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) is presented by the Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC). The festival provides an opportunity for the public to experience the Jewish world through film in Atlantic Canada. We offer film lovers documentaries, comedies and dramas that otherwise would not screen in our region. We choose films to engage, entertain and educate a diverse, inclusive audience.

After last year’s successful hybrid AJFF, which attracted an audience from across Atlantic Canada, our 10th AJFF will once again offer virtual cinema throughout Atlantic Canada and in-person screenings in Halifax.

The AJFF organizing committee is excited to announce a special event for our 10th AJFF with an Opening Night Celebration and another great year of engaging films highlighting Jewish life and culture around the world.

Cineplex Cinemas, Park Lane, 5657 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, NS
Opening Night Celebration Party at The Lord Nelson Hotel (adjacent to Cineplex Cinema Park Lane)
Virtual Festival in Atlantic Canada

Festival Screenings:

Thursday, November 16: Opening Night Celebration film begins at 6:30 P.M with party to follow: Tickets: $25 (film + party).
Friday, November 17: film screening at 12:30 P.M: Tickets: $10
Sunday, November 19: film screening at 1 P.M: Tickets: $10
Sunday, November 19: film screening at 6 P.M: Tickets: $10
Virtual film festival available to everyone in Atlantic Canada: $40 (3 features + 6 shorts)