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Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 4

9:30 AM – 3:15 PM
Labour Relations Regional Conference 2026 - Halifax, NS
by Health Association Nova Scotia - Labour Relations
Our team has developed an engaging session that focuses on labour relations topics that are challenging Employers in the workplace.
Casino Nova Scotia · 1983 Upper Water Street$153- Brewery
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Silent Reading at the Imbibrary
by Good Robot Brewing Company
Silent Reading at the Imbibrary at Good Robot Brewing Company.
Good Robot Brewing Company · 2736 Robie StreetFreeBreweryQuiet Space
Trivia6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
TRIVIA at Freeman’s Fairview
by Freeman's Fairview
Brains, Brews & Banter. Freeman’s is where SMART gets social! Every Wednesday 7pm-9pm.
Freeman's Fairview · 3671 Dutch Village RdFreeTriviaPubWeeklyMake Friends
Jazz6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Gin & Jazz
by The Local
One of the city’s most consistently great nights of music. Gin & Jazz at The Local.
The Local · 2037 Gottingen StFreeJazzLive MusicBarWeekly
Live Music7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
An Evening With Alan Cross
by Alan Cross
Internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker Alan Cross returns to The Carleton for an intimate evening of free-wheeling insights into the often impenetrable business of music…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$30Live MusicBarIntimate
Comedy7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour!
by Catherine Robertson
Wednesday is comedy time at Bearly's House of Blues! Starts just after 8pm with great drink specials all night.
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeComedyBarWeekly- Chamber Music
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Poetry of Dreamers | Music Room Chamber Players Series
by Music Room Chamber Players
Described by the New York Times as an “eloquent soloist”, pianist Katherine Dowling brings us “Poetry of Dreamers” - a collection of poetic beauty, seamlessly interweaving the Romantics with dreamers of today. ON THE…
The Music Room · 6181 Lady Hammond RoadFreeChamber MusicClassicalConcert Hall - Folk
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Mark Hippern
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Mark Hippern is a performing singer/songwriter involved in a number of projects. Country, Rock, Folk, East Coast, and Celtic – all drawn from his roots.
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeFolkCelticRockCountry
Thursday, November 5
Live Music11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Free noon-hour live music series, Thurs
by Joseph Strug Concert Hall
Discover new music, support student performers, and experience the incredible range of talent in Dalhousie’s music programs. A free weekly noon-hour recital series. Monday, Wednesday & Fridays.
Joseph Strug Concert Hall · 1385 Seymour StreetFreeFilm ScreeningLive Music
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
PAWSitive Support
by Student Affairs
Missing your pets at home? Tail wags and heart hugs are on campus to bring you a weekly dose of joy and a place to decompress Drop in for a PAWS-itively relaxing visit with a certified therapy dog! PAWSitive Support is…
LeMarchant Place (Dalhousie) · 1246 LeMarchant StFree
Craft5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Atelihai Inuit: Craft / Social Session
by Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Email Atelihai@MyMNFC.com to learn more
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre · 2021 Brunswick StreetFreeIndigenousCraftCommunityCommunity Centre- Live Music
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Morgan Davis Happy Hour 5pm
by Morgan Davis
Morgan Davis Happy Hour 5pm — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1269 Barrington StFreeBarLive MusicWeekly
Folk6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Songwiters’ Concert: Wild Blue Rose & More!
by Trident Booksellers & Cafe
This Thursday, join us for a packed lineup of Halifax folk singer-songwriters! We have: Wild Blue Rose Darrel Cameron Shayla Morag Michelle Calder The Johnsons When : Thursday, November 5th, 2026 @ 6:30pm Where :…
Trident Booksellers & Cafe · 1256 Hollis StreetFreeFolkSinger SongwriterCafe
Live Music7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Alan Cross Presents: UNCHARTED
by Alan Cross
Celebrated Canadian musicologist Alan Cross brings a live version of his popular UNCHARTED: Crime & Mayhem In The Music Industry podcast national tour - including a Q & A session to follow - to The Carleton on Thursday,…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$30Live MusicBarIntimate
Comedy7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Spontaneity: Stand-up & Improv
by Spontaneity Improv Co.
Stand-up Comedy that will inspire improv scenes! Spontaneity Improv Company presents a one-night-only comedy event packed with unscripted connections and stand-up surprises. Featuring a lovely and talented lineup of…
1743 Grafton St · 1743 Grafton Street$15ComedyImprov- Country
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Nathan Carter
by Nathan Carter
Nathan Carter at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University AvenueFreeCountryCelticLive MusicConcert Hall - Singer-Songwriter
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Michael Haley
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Michael Haley is a singer/songwriter and guitarist living in Halifax. Growing up in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, he began performing at an early age and hasn’t looked back. Now, with over 15 years experience on stage, he…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeTheatreSinger SongwriterFestival 
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
30 Years of Spice Girls
by Brooke Rivers & Trinity Foxx
Girl Power is taking over!
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · 1688 Barrington Street$15
Friday, November 6
Convention12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Hal-Con Sci-Fi Fantasy Convention 2026, November 6-8th
by Hal-Con Sci-Fi Fantasy Association
Hal-Con Sci-Fi Fantasy Convention 2026, November 6-8th
Halifax Convention Centre · 1650 Argyle StFreeConventionCosplayMulti Day
Live Music7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Geekbounding: Cosplay and Cocktails 2026
by Bird and Burke Events
Dress in your best geek-inspired outfit and join us for snacks and a photobooth! Stay for a live band at 9 PM. Dig into your closet and put together an outfit inspired by your favourite character. Other options are to…
Pacifico · 5171 George Street$30CosplayCocktailsLive MusicBar- Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Cape Breton Eagles at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok - Comedy
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Comics To Be Announced - Halifax
by Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club
Comics To Be Announced - Halifax — live stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax.
Yuk Yuk's Halifax · 1665 Argyle StreetFreeComedyPub
Live Music8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Norma MacDonald Band w/ Logan Edward MacKay
by Norma MacDonald Band
A year doesn't seem right unless we have a Norma MacDonald date on our calendar, so we're happy to announce her return to The Carleton.
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$30Live MusicBar- Singer-Songwriter
8:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Hawksley Workman
by Sonic Concerts
Hawksley Workman live at the Light House Arts Centre. Doors 7PM, show 8PM. All ages. Reserved seating; ticket prices include HST & fee.
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeSinger SongwriterRockLive MusicConcert Hall
Pub8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Marc McLaughlin @ Gus' Pub
by Marc McLaughlin, beauts (Canada)
Marc McLaughlin @ Gus' Pub
Gus' Pub · 2605 Agricola StreetFreePub- Rock
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk
by Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk
Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk performs live at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in Halifax.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University Avenue$88RockSinger SongwriterConcert Hall - Live Music
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
November Cover Series: Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Them Crooked Vu...
by Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs
November Cover Series: Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Them Crooked Vultures
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBarLive MusicBlues
DJ Set9:00 PM – 2:30 AM
FOMO FRIDAY
by The Dome
Every Friday at The Dome: Top 40, House, Hip Hop, Latin, Afro. Doors open at 10PM. Packed floors, big sound.
The Dome · 1739 Grafton Street$5Dj SetHigh EnergyBarWeekly
Jazz9:00 PM – 11:59 PM
The GULLZ - "WASTED" EP Release
by Seahorse Tavern
The GULLZ EP Release W/ Special Guests Very Gerry & Jazz Lewis
Seahorse Tavern · 2037 Gottingen Street$16JazzPub- Rock
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Rowdy Dow
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Raised on the fiddle and guitar in rural Cape Breton Island, it is not surprising that Vince grew up to be a performer. A seasoned entertainer Vince has performed with many bands and has more than twenty years…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCelticTheatreRockCountry
Saturday, November 7

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Induction Night 2026 Presented by Support4Sport
by Light House Arts Centre
The Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame recognizes the best of the best at this annual event, where the newest class of inductees are enshrined.
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFree
Indigenous Culture1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Atelihai Inuit: Community Social
by Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Email Atelihai@MyMNFC.com to learn more
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre · 2021 Brunswick StreetFreeIndigenousIndigenous CultureCommunityCommunity Centre- Live Music
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Joe Murphy & The Water Street Blues Band 4pm
by Joe Murphy & The Water Street Blues Band
Joe Murphy & The Water Street Blues Band 4pm
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBarLive MusicBlues 
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Evening for E Fry 2026
by Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland N.S.
Join us to celebrate & support the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland NS with food, drinks, an airline raffle, silent auction & more! EARLY BIRD TICKET PRICE IS $100 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30! Join us for our 5th annual…
Garrison Brewing Company · 1149 Marginal Road$100- Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Saint John Sea Dogs
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Saint John Sea Dogs at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok
Circus7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
DAC Presents: Sophie’s Surprise 29th
by Dalhousie Arts Centre
This isn’t just any party: it’s award-winning circus, comedy, and total chaos. Fresh from multiple sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, this high-energy spectacle features world-class performers and delivers…
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University Avenue$40CircusComedyCabaretConcert Hall
Rock8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Petty Larceny - The Music Of Tom Petty
by Petty Larceny - The Music Of Tom Petty
Thanks to packing out two shows in May, we've convinced Petty Larceny to come back to The Carleton to pay tribute to Tom Petty on Saturday, November 7th. Show time is 8 PM and tickets are $25 + HST. Was there ever a…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$25RockTributeLive MusicBar- Comedy
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Comics To Be Announced - Halifax
by Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club
Comics To Be Announced - Halifax — live stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax.
Yuk Yuk's Halifax · 1665 Argyle StreetFreeComedyPub - Kizomba
8:00 PM – 11:55 PM
The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)
by Dancing HFX
The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)
The Third Beat · 5678 West St$5KizombaWeeklyMake Friends
DJ Set9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Certified Saturday
by The Dome
Every Saturday at The Dome — Halifax’s premier nightclub. 10PM-3:30AM. Drinks from $2.50. 19+ ID required.
The Dome · 1739 Grafton Street$5Dj SetHigh EnergyBarWeekly- Tribute
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Novemebr Cover Series: The Wharf Rats (The Grateful Dead )
by The Wharf Rats (The Grateful Dead
Novemebr Cover Series: The Wharf Rats (The Grateful Dead )
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeTributeLive MusicBar - Live Music
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Dad Patrol: Chainsaw Fight Fantastic Release Show
by Dad Patrol
Dad Patrol release show with Postfun, Book Buddies, Puffin. Doors 8:30PM. 19+. No refunds.
Seahorse Tavern · 2037 Gottingen Street$15Album ReleaseLive MusicPunkBar - Rock
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Rowdy Dow
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Raised on the fiddle and guitar in rural Cape Breton Island, it is not surprising that Vince grew up to be a performer. A seasoned entertainer Vince has performed with many bands and has more than twenty years…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCelticTheatreRockCountry
Sunday, November 8
Classical2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Bach, Bach, Bach, & Bach
by Symphony Nova Scotia
Symphony Nova Scotia explores the extraordinary musical dynasty of the Bach family in an afternoon concert at St. Andrew’s United Church.
St. Andrew's United Church · 6036 Coburg Road$37ClassicalChamber MusicConcert Hall
Jazz7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Carl Mayotte Quintet
by Carl Mayotte Quintet
Award winning Quebec jazz-fusion bassist Carl Mayotte Quintet brings the band to Halifax for what promises to be a sensational show at The Carleton on Sunday, November 8th. Extraordinary live music gets underway at 7 PM…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$25JazzLive MusicBarIntimate8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gordon Tucker
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Gordon Tucker
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFree
Monday, November 9
Gallery8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Nova Scotia Mineral Resource Forum
by Mining Society of Nova Scotia
The Nova Scotia Mineral Resource Forum will bring together the mineral resource industry community for two days of learning and networking.
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · 1055 Marginal RoadFreeGallery- Trivia
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bearly: a Trivia 6pm
by Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs
Bearly: a Trivia 6pm — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1269 Barrington StFreeTriviaBarWeekly
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Goodwill Trivia Mondays (Click For Reservations)
by Good Robot Brewing – Robie St. Taproom
Looking for the best Halifax trivia night? Join us at Good Robot Brewing – Robie Street Pub every Monday at 7:00 PM for a night of brain-teasers that give back to the community. To reserve your free table, click here .…
Good Robot Brewing – Robie St. Taproom · 2736 Robie StreetFreeTriviaBreweryWeekly
