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Tuesday, September 29
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Metamorphoses
by Metamorphoses
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatre from September 29th to October 4th, 2026 – tickets are on sale now! Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation: a…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen StreetFreeTheatre
Theatre7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
by Neptune Theatre
A laugh-out-loud comedic take on Dracula
Neptune Theatre · 1593 Argyle StreetFreeTheatreComedy
Live Music8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Begonia
by Begonia
The Seahorse · 2037 Gottingen StreetFreeLive MusicBar- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Scott MacDonald
by Scott MacDonald
Scott MacDonald — live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicPub - Indie
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Begonia – The Fantasy Life Tour
by Begonia
Begonia brings The Fantasy Life Tour to the Seahorse Tavern. Doors 8:00 PM.
Seahorse Tavern · 2037 Gottingen Street$27IndieLive MusicBar
Blues8:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Garrett Mason
by Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs
Garrett Mason is a true bluesman at heart. He was raised in Truro, Nova Scotia by his mother Pam, and father, veteran Canadian Bluesman Dutch Mason. His quest to become a blues musician started at a very early age;…
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBluesPub
Wednesday, September 30
Board Games6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
LGBT+ MTG Casual Commander Night at the Board Room Game Cafe!
by The Board Room Game Cafe
LGBT+ MTG Casual Commander Night at the Board Room Game Cafe!
The Board Room Game Cafe · 1256 Barrington StreetFreeBoard GamesLgbtq+CafeWeekly- Waterfront
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Night Races - Series III — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Wednesday Night Races - Series III — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron · 376 Purcells Cove RoadFreeWaterfront
Folk7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Lloyd Spiegel
by Lloyd Spiegel
HUFF is excited to welcome Australian legend Lloyd Spiegel back to Halifax (he last played in town 8 years ago) to again wow a crowd at The Carleton on Wednesday, September 30th. Show time is 7 PM and tickets are $35 +…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$35FolkLive MusicBarIntimate- Folk
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners
by Dalhousie Arts Centre
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners comes direct from Ireland to the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium at the Dalhousie Arts Centre.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University AvenueFreeFolkCelticTributeConcert Hall - Trivia
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
TRIVIA at Freeman’s Fairview
by Freeman's Little New York - Fairview
Brains, Brews & Banter. Freeman’s is where SMART gets social! Join us every Wednesday 7pm End time 9pm
Freeman's Little New York - Fairview · 3671 Dutch Village RdFreeTriviaPub - Jazz
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio
by Obladee wine bar
Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills…
Obladee wine bar · 1600 Barrington StreetFreeJazz
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Metamorphoses
by Metamorphoses
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatre from September 29th to October 4th, 2026 – tickets are on sale now! Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation: a…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen StreetFreeTheatre
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 every Wednesday at The Local.
The Local · 2037 Gottingen StFreeJazzLive MusicWeeklyBar- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Putnam Family
by Putnam Family
Putnam Family — live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicPub
Comedy8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Catherine Robertson's Comedy Hour!
by Catherine Robertson
Wednesday is COMEDY TIME down at Bearly's House of Blues! Catherine Robertson hosts a weekly comedy hour.
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeComedyWeeklyBar
Thursday, October 1
Networking10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Women in Business Conference
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
8th Annual Women in Business Conference Women in Finance: Your Future. Your Wealth. Your Impact. Presented by the Sobey School of Business, the 8th Annual Women in Business Conference will bring together students,…
Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University · 903 Robie StFreeNetworking
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Celebrating 50 Years of the Saint Mary’s MBA Program!
by Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University
Celebration for all MBA Alumni to honour the 50th anniversary of the MBA Program. This year marks a special milestone as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Saint Mary s first MBA graduating cohort. To honour this…
Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University · 903 Robie StreetFree
Bingo7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Homecoming Music Bingo
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Join us for Music Bingo at Homecoming! No music expertise required—just bring your ears, your friends, and your best singalong voice! Join us for Music Bingo at Homecoming – It’s bingo… but with music! Instead of…
Gorsebrook Lounge · 923 Robie StreetFreeBingoPub- Comedy
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Better Times Comedy at Good Robot
by Better Times Comedy
Better Times Comedy at Good Robot Brewing — a weekly stand-up comedy night at the Robie Street pub.
Good Robot Brewing Co. · 2736 Robie Street$5ComedyWeeklyBrewery
Comedy7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
MRG Live Presents: Josh Thomas: Jiggle, Jiggle
by MRG Live
Australian comedian Josh Thomas brings his Jiggle, Jiggle stand-up tour to the Light House Arts Centre in downtown Halifax. Doors 6 PM, show 7 PM. All ages welcome.
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeComedyConcert Hall
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Metamorphoses
by Metamorphoses
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatre from September 29th to October 4th, 2026 – tickets are on sale now! Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation: a…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen StreetFreeTheatre
Folk8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Ria Mae & The Halifax All Stars (Halifax Urban Folk Festival)
by Ria Mae & The Halifax All Stars
HUFF is delighted to welcome hometown hero Ria Mae & her own Halifax All Stars - featuring an opening songwriters' circle with Friday night's headliner, Sloan's Chris Murphy, Saturday night's headliner Billy Raffoul &…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$73FolkLive MusicBarIntimate- Live Music
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sam Salmon
by Sam Salmon
Sam Salmon — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus
Friday, October 2
Concert Hall11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Golden Grad Luncheon Celebrating the class of 1976 at Homecoming
by Loyola Conference Hall
Celebration for the Class of 1976 at the Homecoming Golden Grad Luncheon, hosted by President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Michael Khan. Celebration of the Class of 1976 at the Homecoming Golden Grad Luncheon hosted by Dr.…
Loyola Conference Hall · 5865 Gorsebrook AvenueFreeConcert Hall
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Celebrating 40 Years of Accessibility at SMU!
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Celebrate 40 years of the Fred Smithers Centre with a panel discussion and open house. To mark the 40th anniversary of the Fred Smithers Centre for Student Accessibility, we invite the Saint Mary’s community to a…
903 Robie St · 903 Robie StFree
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Homecoming Football Kick-Off Party
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Join us with your family before the Huskies Homecoming football game for games, music, and snacks! Everyone is welcome to join us before the Huskies Homecoming football game for games, music, and snacks! Cheer gear and…
Student Centre · 923 Robie StreetFree- Live Music
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tiny Church Concerts: George Mooring
by Tiny Church Concert Series
Part of the Tiny Church Concert Series at the Little Dutch Church, the second oldest building in Halifax (1756). A punchy 50-60 minute set in an intimate 50-person room. Doors 6:40 PM, show 7:00 PM. Admission by…
Little Dutch Church · 2393 Brunswick StreetFreeLive MusicIntimateCommunity - Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saint Mary's Huskies Football vs. Acadia
by Saint Mary's Huskies
Saint Mary's Huskies football AUS home game against Acadia at Huskies Stadium in Halifax.
Huskies Stadium · 923 Robie StreetFreeCompetitiveOutdoor
Theatre7:30 PM – 12:00 PM
Laura Ramoso
by The Bruce Guthro Theatre At Casino Nova Scotia
Tickets and information to see Laura Ramoso perform live at The Bruce Guthro Theatre At Casino Nova Scotia in Halifax. Laura Ramoso tickets are protected with a 100% guarantee at ConcertFix.
The Bruce Guthro Theatre At Casino Nova Scotia · 1983 Upper Water StreetFreeTheatreConcert Hall
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Metamorphoses
by Metamorphoses
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatre from September 29th to October 4th, 2026 – tickets are on sale now! Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation: a…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen StreetFreeTheatre
Folk8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Chris Murphy & The Halifax All Stars (Halifax Urban Folk Fest)
by Chris Murphy & The Halifax All Stars
HUFF is happy to finally be able (we've been trying for years) to announce Sloan's Chris Murphy & The Halifax All Stars - with an opening songwriters' circle featuring Saturday night's headliner Billy Raffoul, Thursday…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$73FolkLive MusicBarIntimate
Jazz8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Caito Macdonald Trio
by Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar
Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. Caito’s musical style is rooted in the jazz tradition, and he performs at various jazz gigs around Halifax. Caito’s trio plays every Friday at the…
Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar · 1662 Barrington StreetFreeJazz- R&B
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
The Mellotones
by Pacifico
The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world for over two decades. Lighting up dance floors wherever they go, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse. From weddings to…
Pacifico · 5171 George Street$12R And BFestival - Cover Band
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Swift Kick
by Swift Kick
High-energy cover band Swift Kick packs hits across eras and genres into a danceable live show at the Marquee Ballroom.
The Marquee Ballroom · 2037 Gottingen Street$25Cover BandLive MusicBar19 Plus
Live Music9:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Flashback Friday Pub Night (free)
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Keep the Homecoming celebration going after the game at the Gorsebrook with live music! Keep the Homecoming celebration going after the game at the Gorsebrook! Join The Plugs as they bring the energy with crowd-pleasing…
Gorsebrook Lounge · 923 Robie StreetFreePub NightLive MusicPub- Live Music
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Petunia & The Vipers
by Petunia & The Vipers
Petunia & The Vipers — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus
DJ Set10:00 PM – 3:30 AM
FOMO FRIDAY
by The Dome
Every Friday at the Dome — Top 40, House, Hip Hop and more.
The Dome · 1740 Argyle Street$5Dj SetWeeklyHigh Energy
Saturday, October 3

9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
2026 Sport Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Celebration of the 2026 Sport Hall of Fame Inductees, including a welcome reception and induction ceremony. On Saturday, October 3, show your support to this year’s Sport Hall of Fame inductees by joining the ceremony…
Loyola Conference Hall · 5865 Gorsebrook AveFree
Brunch11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Homecoming Brunch
by Saint Mary’s University – Alumni Events
Everyone is welcome to join us for a special Homecoming brunch. We will be celebrating classes of 2001 and 2016. All alumni and guests are invited to join us at the Gorsebrook Lounge to enjoy a Homecoming brunch. Catch…
Gorsebrook Lounge · 923 Robie Street$20BrunchPub- Soccer
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game at the Beer Garden
by Good Robot Brewing
Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game gathering at the Good Robot Commons Beer Garden.
Good Robot Commons Beer Garden · 2223 North Park StreetFreeWatch PartySoccerBeer
Bar12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Huskies Women Rugby Alumni Reunion
by Homburg Centre
Gathering for former rugby alumni friends ahead of the game against UPEI. For the first time in over 5 years, Rugby is at home during Homecoming! Join us to reminisce with rugby alumni and friends at the Courtside…
Homburg Centre (Courtside Lounge) · 920 Tower RoadFreeBar- Wine
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wine Fair Halifax 2026
by Cellar Events Inc.
Wine Fair Halifax 2026 presented by Cellar Events Inc. at the Halifax Convention Centre. A tasting event featuring a range of wines.
Halifax Convention Centre · 1650 Argyle Street$90WineTasting - Competitive
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Saint Mary's Huskies Women's Rugby vs. UPEI
by Saint Mary's Huskies
Saint Mary's Huskies women's rugby AUS home game against UPEI at Huskies Stadium in Halifax.
Huskies Stadium · 923 Robie StreetFreeCompetitiveOutdoor - Blues
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Joe Murphy
by Joe Murphy
Joe Murphy — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBluesLive MusicBar19 Plus - Orchestra
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Symphony NS Presents: Flying On Your Own: A Tribute to Rita MacNeil
by Symphony Nova Scotia
Symphony Nova Scotia presents Flying On Your Own, a tribute concert celebrating the beloved music and legacy of Cape Breton icon Rita MacNeil, performed with full orchestra at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University AvenueFreeOrchestraTributeClassicalConcert Hall
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Danny Bhoy
by Spatz Theatre
Tickets and information to see Danny Bhoy perform live at Spatz Theatre in Halifax. Danny Bhoy tickets are protected with a 100% guarantee at ConcertFix.
Spatz Theatre · 1855 Trollope Street$79TheatreConcert Hall
Classical7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Pianists Louis Lortie & Illia Ovcharenko
by Louis Lortie & Illia Ovcharenko
Musician-in-Residence Illia Ovcharenko begins his three-concert residency alongside celebrated Canadian pianist Louis Lortie.
St. Andrew's United Church (6036 Coburg Rd) · 6036 Coburg Road$30ClassicalChamber MusicConcert Hall
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Metamorphoses
by Metamorphoses
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatre from September 29th to October 4th, 2026 – tickets are on sale now! Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation: a…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen StreetFreeTheatre
Folk8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Billy Raffoul & The Halifax All Stars (Halifax Urban Folk Fest)
by Billy Raffoul & The Halifax All Stars
HUFF is absolutely giddy about bringing Leamington (that's right, Leamington) Ontario's Billy Raffoul (pronounced ra-fowl) to play on Canada's East Coast for the first time. He'll be performing solo and with The Halifax…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$73FolkLive MusicBarIntimate