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Tuesday, November 24
Wednesday, November 25
Fundraiser11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Luncheon with a Fascinating Canadian – Andrew Molson and Helen Antoniou
by Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
A Fascinating Canadian luncheon featuring Andrew Molson and Helen Antoniou in conversation, in support of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21.
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · 1055 Marginal Road$250FundraiserTalk
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
TRIVIA at Freeman’s Fairview
by Freeman’s Fairview
Brains, Brews & Banter. Freeman’s is where SMART gets social! Join us every Wednesday 7pm End time 9pm
Freeman’s Fairview · 3671 Dutch Village RdFreeTriviaPubWeekly
Folk7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
An Evening With Stephen Fearing
by Stephen Fearing
It wouldn't be a successful year without one of our favourite performers dropping in - an evening with Stephen Fearing at The Carleton.
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$40FolkLive MusicBar
Jazz7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Gin & Jazz
by The Local
One of the city’s most consistently great nights of music. Gin and Jazz at the Local
The Local · 2037 Gottingen StFreeJazz- Chamber Music
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Tri-Elles | Music Room Chamber Players Series
by Music Room Chamber Players
Three of Nova Scotia’s finest chamber musicians will bring music and storytelling to illuminate the lives of five remarkable women composers from the 19th century to the present day. With letters, quotes and anecdotes,…
The Music Room · 6181 Lady Hammond RoadFreeChamber MusicClassicalConcert Hall
Live Music7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The Ennis Sisters
by The Ennis Sisters
Tickets and information to see The Ennis Sisters perform live at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in Halifax. The Ennis Sisters tickets are protected with a 100% guarantee at ConcertFix.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University AvenueFreeLive Music
Folk8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Roch Voisine - The Lightfoot Sessions
by Roch Voisine
Roch Voisine - The Lightfoot Sessions
Paradise Buffet · 1983 Upper Water StreetFreeFolkLive MusicConcert Hall
Theatre8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Roch Voisine
by Roch Voisine
Tickets and information to see Roch Voisine perform live at The Bruce Guthro Theatre At Casino Nova Scotia in Halifax. Roch Voisine tickets are protected with a 100% guarantee at C
The Bruce Guthro Theatre At Casino Nova Scotia · 1983 Upper Water StreetFreeTheatre
Thursday, November 26
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- Live Music
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Brian Bourne Matinee (Morgan away)
by Brian Bourne Matinee (Morgan away
Brian Bourne Matinee (Morgan away)
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar
Live Music7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Geoff Arsenault W/ Glenn Patscha
by Geoff Arsenault
Our own favourite rhythm man, Geoff Arsenault, along with very special guest Glenn Patscha, team up at The Carleton.
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$30Live MusicBar
Concert Hall7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 26
by Sir James Dunn Theatre
Directed by Roberta Barker
Sir James Dunn Theatre · 6101 University Avenue$15Concert Hall- Improv
8:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci: HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis
by Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci
HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis brings Whose Line Is It Anyway star Colin Mochrie together with master hypnotist Asad Mecci for a one-of-a-kind night of improv comedy at the Light House Arts Centre in Halifax.
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeImprovComedy
Friday, November 27

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Atlantic Menopause Show presented by IWK Foundation
by Atlantic Menopause Show Committee
Dive into the Atlantic Menopause Show for real talks, expert tips, and good vibes all about women’s midlife journey!
Halifax Convention Centre · 1650 Argyle Street$62- Musical
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Putnam Family
by Putnam Family
A lively instrumental trio rooted in Nova Scotia’s rich musical traditions. The fun this family trio has together shines through at every show. Alycia Putnam & Family is a lively instrumental trio
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeMusical - Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Moncton Wildcats
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Moncton Wildcats at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok
Cafe7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Butch Femme Slowdance & Party
by Glitter Bean Cafe Co-op
A butch/femme slowdance and mingling party at Glitter Bean Cafe, with snacks provided and drinks available. Singles and couples welcome — wear your slow dance attire. Tickets are $7, and nobody is turned away for lack…
Glitter Bean Cafe Co-op · 5896 Spring Garden Road$7Cafe
Improv7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
SPONTANEITY IMPROV NOVEMBER SHOWCASE
by Spontaneity Improv Co.
Enjoy an evening of improvised theatre. Get ready for a night of quick wit, bold characters, and laugh-out-loud moments as Spontaneity Improv Company brings you a high-energy Improv Showcase! Featuring our talented…
The Bus Stop Theatre Co-operative · 2203 Gottingen Street$15ImprovTheatre
Concert Hall7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 27
by Sir James Dunn Theatre
Directed by Roberta Barker
Sir James Dunn Theatre · 6101 University Avenue$15Concert Hall
Classical7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Merry Murdoch Mysteries in Concert
by Symphony Nova Scotia
Symphony Nova Scotia performs music from the hit CBC series Murdoch Mysteries in concert at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University Avenue$37ClassicalOrchestraConcert Hall- Indie
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Nameless Friends – Westward Hoes Tour
by Nameless Friends
Nameless Friends – Westward Hoes Tour — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.
The Marquee Ballroom · 2037 Gottingen Street$16IndieLive MusicBar - Live Music
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
The Carson Downey Band
by The Carson Downey Band
The Carson Downey Band
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar
Hip-Hop10:00 PM – 3:30 AM
FOMO FRIDAY
by The Dome
Every Friday at the Dome, the place to be for: Top 40, House, Hip Hop, Latin, Afro Every weekend at The Dome — where the night starts late and ends whenever it wants. Doors open at 10PM and the energy doesn’t stop.…
The Dome · 1739 Grafton Street$5Hip HopBarWeekly
Saturday, November 28
- Live Music
4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Relics 4pm
by The Relics
The Relics 4pm — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1269 Barrington StFreeBarLive Music - Christmas
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting
by Halifax Regional Municipality
Halifax Regional Municipality's annual Christmas tree lighting at Grand Parade. Enjoy the lighting of the municipal Christmas tree with festive fun for all ages. Schedule: 6 p.m. Gabby's Dollhouse dance party; 6:30 p.m.…
Grand Parade · 1770 Barrington StreetFreeChristmasFamily FriendlyOutdoorCommunity - Country
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Dean Brody & The Reklaws - Hometown Heroes Tour
by Dean Brody & The Reklaws
Country stars Dean Brody and The Reklaws on the Hometown Heroes Tour at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle Street$45CountryLive MusicConcert Hall
Concert Hall7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 28
by Sir James Dunn Theatre
Directed by Roberta Barker
Sir James Dunn Theatre · 6101 University Avenue$15Concert Hall- Live Music
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Holy Crow
by Holy Crow
Holy Crow
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar
Bar10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Certified Saturday
by The Dome
Every Saturday at The Dome — Halifax’s premier nightclub. When the weekend hits, there’s only one place that understands the assignment. Big beats, packed floors, and the kind of nights that turn into stories by Sunday…
The Dome · 1739 Grafton Street$5BarWeekly
Sunday, November 29
- Competitive
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Blainville-Boisbriand Armada
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok
Concert Hall2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 29
by Sir James Dunn Theatre
Directed by Roberta Barker
Sir James Dunn Theatre · 6101 University Avenue$15Concert Hall
Monday, November 30
- Visual Art
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Opening Reception: go home or come home
by Treaty Space Gallery
Opening reception at the Treaty Space Gallery (NSCAD University) for go home or come home. Free and open to the public.
Treaty Space Gallery · 1887 Granville StreetFreeVisual ArtGallery
Trivia6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bearly: a Trivia 6pm
by Bearly: a Trivia
Bearly: a Trivia 6pm
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1575 Argyle StreetFreeTriviaWeeklyPub- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! 8pm
by Noah Tye
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! 8pm — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1269 Barrington StFreeBarLive MusicWeekly
Wednesday, December 2
Book Club6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Silent Reading at Good Robot Brewing
by Good Robot Brewing
No phones. No talking. Just you, your book, and a beer. Silent Reading returns to Good Robot Brewing's Robie Street Pub & Restaurant in Halifax.
Good Robot Brewing Co. · 2736 Robie StreetFreeBook ClubQuiet SpaceBreweryMonthly
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
TRIVIA at Freeman’s Fairview
by Freeman’s Fairview
Brains, Brews & Banter. Freeman’s is where SMART gets social! Join us every Wednesday 7pm End time 9pm
Freeman’s Fairview · 3671 Dutch Village RdFreeTriviaPubWeekly7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
A Tribute to Kenny & Dolly’s Once Upon A Christmas Live at The Carleton
by The Carleton
A Tribute to Kenny & Dolly’s Once Upon A Christmas Live at The Carleton
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle StreetFree
Comedy7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Spontaneity: Sketch Comedy Show
by Spontaneity Improv Co.
Welcome to our Sketch Comedy Show featuring an original lineup of fast-paced sketches performed by a talented local cast. From awkward everyday encounters to wildly absurd worlds, every scene delivers a fresh dose of…
1743 Grafton St · 1743 Grafton Street$15ComedyWeekly
Jazz7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Gin & Jazz
by The Local
One of the city’s most consistently great nights of music. Gin and Jazz at the Local
The Local · 2037 Gottingen StFreeJazz- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Peter F
by Peter F
Live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse featuring Peter F.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicAcousticPub
Thursday, December 3

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
Live Music7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
A Campbell & Johnston Christmas - Thursday
by Christine Campbell & Blake Johnston
Christine Campbell & Blake Johnston, along with their Black Market Band and surprise guests, bring their Christmas show to The Carleton.
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$40ChristmasLive MusicBar
Comedy7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Spontaneity: Dungeons & Dragons & Improv (Holiday Edition)
by Spontaneity Improv Co.
Follow along our epic improvised adventure! This D&D (Holiday Edition) themed show is a completely improvised fantasy adventure, where heroes are made up, quests are unpredictable, and every twist is decided by the roll…
1743 Grafton St · 1743 Grafton Street$15ComedyImprovStorytellingWeekly8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Jordan
by Jordan
Jordan
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFree
Friday, December 4
Family Friendly7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Nutcracker – Land of Sweets
by Bella Rose Arts Centre
Presented by Bella Rose Arts Centre Step into a world of wonder this holiday season with our enchanting production of The Nutcracker, Land of Sweets, a timeless tale that delights audiences of all ages! Follow young…
283 Thomas Raddall Dr · 283 Thomas Raddall Drive$15Family Friendly
Live Music7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Paul Baloche Christmas Tour || Halifax, NS
by Faith City Church
Join Paul Baloche and band, for an amazing night of Christmas songs and worship.
Faith City Church · 6225 Summit StreetFreeLive MusicConcert Hall7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Jake Ballard
by Jake Ballard
Jake Ballard — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFree
Classical7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The Nutcracker
by Symphony Nova Scotia
Symphony Nova Scotia presents Tchaikovsky's beloved The Nutcracker at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University Avenue$27ClassicalOrchestraChristmasConcert Hall
