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Saturday, November 28
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- Blues
9:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Horsebath – Nov 28
by Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs
Horsebath’s bringing their crew energy to Bearly’s for a Saturday night of live music that’ll get everyone moving. Catch them at the House of Blues and Ribs downtown on November 28th.
Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBluesLive Music - 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
Market12:00 AM – 2:00 AM
The Pop Up Market at Halifax Brewery Market
by Halifax Brewery Market
A holiday pop-up market with local makers at the Halifax Brewery Market. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
Halifax Brewery Market · 1496 Lower Water StreetFreeMarketBrewery
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tickled Pinque File, Form, Finish
by Maritime Beauty
Learn how to confidently use your efile through every stage of a gel service.
Maritime Beauty Supply · 3695 Barrington Street$143
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- 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
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 - Blues
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 30
by Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs
Trivia night with Kieran at Bearly’s—bring your crew and show off those random knowledge skills over some blues and ribs. With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeTriviaBlues
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 Music7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Kenny & Dolly’s A Christmas To Remember – Monday – Nov 30
by The Carleton
For the 5th year in a row, Kyle Gillis and Becca Guilderson, alongside a kickass band, present their annual tribute to Kenny & Dolly’s iconic, platinum-selling album, “Once Upon A Christmas”. With such songs as “I…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$40Live Music- 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
Tuesday, December 1
Live Music7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Kenny & Dolly’s A Christmas To Remember – Tuesday – Dec 01
by The Carleton
For the 5th year in a row, Kyle Gillis and Becca Guilderson, alongside a kickass band, present their annual tribute to Kenny & Dolly’s iconic, platinum-selling album, “Once Upon A Christmas”. With such songs as “I…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$40Live Music
Live Music7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
DALWIND ENSEMBLE – Dec 01
by Joseph Strug Concert Hall
DALWIND ENSEMBLE – Dec 01
Joseph Strug Concert Hall · 1385 Seymour Street$15Live Music
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
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
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- 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
Live Music8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Catherine Robertson's Comedy Hour! 8pm
by Catherine Robertson's Comedy Hour
Catherine Robertson's Comedy Hour! 8pm
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicComedyBar
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 Music
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dan Vorstermans (Morgan away) – Dec 03
by Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs
Dan Vorstermans is taking over Morgan away on December 3rd—catch what he’s got cooking for this evening show. Sounds like a night worth marking on your calendar.
Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive Music - Live Music
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Better Times Comedy – Dec 03
by Good Robot Brewing Co.
Looking for the best stand-up comedy show in Halifax? Your Thursday plans just got upgraded. Better Times Comedy is an award-winning stand-up comedy show at Good Robot Brewing (Robie St.)……
Good Robot Brewing Co. · 2736 Robie Street$15ComedyLive Music
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$15ComedyImprovStorytellingWeekly
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 MusicBar8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Jordan
by Jordan
Jordan
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFree
Friday, December 4
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Jake Ballard
by Jake Ballard
Jake Ballard — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFree
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 Hall
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
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
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Halifax Thunderbirds Home Opener vs. Calgary Roughnecks
by Scotiabank Centre
The Halifax Thunderbirds open their 2026-27 NLL season at home against the Calgary Roughnecks at Scotiabank Centre. Tickets go on sale October 30 at 11am AT. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdZQQ_9RdJw/…
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFree
Live Music8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
A Campbell & Johnston Christmas - Friday
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
Burlesque9:30 PM – 2:00 AM
ADVENTURE TIME RAVE
by Lumen Lux Productions
JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE- DJS – DRAG AND BURLESQUE PERFORMANCES THEMED TO ALL YOUR FAVOURITE ADVENTURE TIME CHARACTERS Lumen Lux Productions Presents : Adventure Time Rave ! Join us for an unforgettable…
2037 Gottingen St · 2037 Gottingen Street$15BurlesqueDragWorkshop
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- Live Music
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Kyle & Jordan
by Kyle & Jordan
Live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse featuring Kyle & Jordan.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicAcousticPub
Saturday, December 5
Classical2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Nutcracker
by Symphony Nova Scotia
Symphony Nova Scotia presents Tchaikovsky's beloved The Nutcracker at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium (matinee).
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University Avenue$27ClassicalOrchestraChristmasConcert Hall7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Coat Dust (B.C) & Diggin' Up Grubs
by Coat Dust (B.C) & Diggin' Up Grubs
Coat Dust (B.C) & Diggin' Up Grubs — Bearly's
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFree
7:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy
by Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy
Tickets and information to see Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy perform live at Light House Arts Centre in Halifax. Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy tickets are protected with a
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFree
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Game & Social: 35+ year olds – Dec 05
by Freeman’s Little New York Sackville
A game night for the 35+ year old crowd — because meeting new people shouldn’t stop just because you’re busy living life. No pressure, no plus-one required, just good games, good laughs, and good company. Come solo or…
Freeman’s Little New York Sackville · 3671 Dutch Village Rd$15Trivia- Classical
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Dear Jeanne
by Dear Jeanne
Dear Jeanne at St. Andrew's United Church.
St. Andrew's United Church · 6036 Coburg Road$30ClassicalChamber Music
Opera7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
“Dear Jeanne”
by Cecilia Concerts
“Dear Jeanne” is a deeply personal program centred on violinist Yolanda Bruno’s tribute to her late teacher and mentor, Jeanne Lamon. This powerful new song cycle by composer Michael Donovan and poet John Sobol receives…
6036 Coburg Rd · 6036 Coburg Road$30OperaTheatre- Kizomba
8:00 PM – 11:55 PM
The Third Beat | Kiz Me More
by The Third Beat
Bi-weekly Kizomba social (Urban Kiz, Ghetto Zouk, Tarraxo, Semba, Konpa) hosted by The Third Beat. 8:00-9:00 PM drop-in class, social dancing after. $5 social.
The Third Beat · 5678 West St$5KizombaSocial DanceBi WeeklyDate Night 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
The Price Is Right Live - On Stage
by The Price Is Right Live
The Price Is Right Live – On Stage comes to Scotiabank Centre in Halifax: the interactive stage version of the iconic television game show, where audience members can be called on stage to play classic games and spin…
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFree- Live Music
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Kyle & Jordan
by Kyle & Jordan
Live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse featuring Kyle & Jordan.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicAcousticPub
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, December 6

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Crit Club - December 6, 2026
by Critique as Gift
Share and discuss your artwork with local creative professionals in a supportive, thoughtful setting designed to generate useful feedback!
Writers' Federation of Nova Scotia · 1113 Marginal Road$10
Live Music3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
DALCHORUS – Dec 06
by Joseph Strug Concert Hall
DALCHORUS – Dec 06
Joseph Strug Concert Hall · 1385 Seymour Street$15Live Music- Competitive
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Gatineau Olympiques
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Gatineau Olympiques at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok