Halifax Events

Creative Studio DIY Drop-in

by Halifax Public Libraries

Drop by our open studio times and settle in with an independent project of your choosing. We have a wide variety of state-of-the-art technology and creative equipment, including 3D Printers, Cricut cutters, sewing…

Bird Festival & Market

by Nature Nova Scotia

Bird Festival & Market

Miniature Paint Night – Oct 09

by Brewed Battles

On the second Friday of every month, join us for a relaxing afternoon painting minis! Show up anytime between 4-8pm and get your paint on. Tickets and details on Eventbrite.

Bleep In The Dark – Hermit (BC)

by Bleep In The Dark

Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse 5pm

by Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse

Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse 5pm

Putnam Family

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

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 rooted in Nova…

September Songs – The Music of Kurt Weill

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Screening times: Friday, October 9, 6:30 PM - director attending! Larry Weinstein | Canada | 1994 | 92m Filmmaker Larry Weinstein stages a wide range of performances in tribute to the compositions of Kurt Weill.…

Poetry Night! Jaime Forsythe, Conyer Clayton, and Lisa Richter!

by Jaime Forsythe, Conyer Clayton, and Lisa Richter

Three Canadian poets from Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax read from their recently released collections. All are welcome. Books for sale by King's Co-op Bookstore.

Tiny Church Concerts: Matthew Joel

by Matthew Joel

Part of the Tiny Church Concert Series — an intimate Friday-evening concert at the historic Little Dutch Church (built 1756), the second-oldest building in Halifax. Doors 6:40 pm, music at 7 pm; sets run about an hour.…

Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening

by Elevator Theatre

Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026 Spring Awakening is a groundbreaking rock musical about a group of young people coming of age in a world that refuses to speak openly about des

The Martin Boys

by The Martin Boys

The Martin Boys live at The Seahorse Tavern, Halifax. Doors and showtimes via the venue. Presented at 2037 Gottingen.

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…

Travis Lindsay

by Travis Lindsay

Stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax headlined by Travis Lindsay. Show at 8:00 PM. 19+.

HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band

by HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band

Nova Scotian acts HIRTLE and the Ryan Harvey Band co-headline a night of original country and bluegrass music at The Carleton on Friday, October 9th. Seated and standing show.

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…

Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)

by Dancing HFX

Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)

Cameron Nickerson

by Cameron Nickerson

Cameron Nickerson — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

FOMO FRIDAY

by The Dome Nightclub

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.…

FiddleStix

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

SEVENTY2 WEEKEND

by DETTY & WUK

Three nights. Three experiences. One unforgettable Thanksgiving Weekend in Halifax.

Valour Series Jiu Jitsu: AUTUMN OPEN

by Valour Series Jiu Jitsu

Valour Series presents our final open tournament of 2026. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Submission Grappling on October 10 2026, at the prestigious Halifax Exhibition Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia! You'll be pleased to find…

Watercolour Breakfast - guided watercolour painting class (October 10)

by Yulia Cheprasova

Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe

Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up at the Good Robot Commons Beer Garden

by Good Robot Brewing Co.

Looking for a pumpkin patch in Halifax without the drive out of town? The Patch Pumpkin Farm from Milford, NS is bringing the farm to us. They’re setting up at…

Saturday Drag Brunch

by Stardust Bar + Kitchen

Come out and see some amazing performances with regular rotating hosts Mya Foxx and Elle Noir! ***PLEASE RESERVE TICKETS FOR YOUR ENTIRE GROUP IN ONE BOOKING OR YOU WILL NOT BE SEATED TOGETHER.****Join Us at Stardust…

Turkey Bowl — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron

by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron

Turkey Bowl — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron

Creative Studio DIY Drop-in

by Halifax Public Libraries

Drop by our open studio times and settle in with an independent project of your choosing. We have a wide variety of state-of-the-art technology and creative equipment, including 3D Printers, Cricut cutters, sewing…

dialtone show

by dialtone

Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom

by Halifax Public Libraries

Come and watch the electrifying Mad Scientist from Mad Science in this energetic and spectacular event. Experience explosive pops, mesmerizing bursts, and dazzling chemical reactions that showcase the power of science.…

J.A.G. Matinee

by J.A.G.

J.A.G. Matinee — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

Daniel Lanois @ Rebecca Cohn Auditorium

by Daniel Lanois

Daniel Lanois at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium at 2026-10-10T20:00:00-0300

MtG: Casual Commander – Oct 10

by Brewed Battles

Join us on Saturdays at 6pm for a few rounds of casual commander. No stress; beginners are always welcome! Tickets and details on Eventbrite.

Late Fame

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Screening times: Saturday, October 10, 6:00 PM Friday, October 23, 6:30 PM Kent Jones | USA | 2026 | 97m A forgotten New York poet rediscovers his artistic passion after befriending an eccentric group of young creatives…

Jerry MacPhee

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

Halifax Mooseheads vs Drummondville Voltigeurs

by Halifax Mooseheads

QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Drummondville Voltigeurs at Scotiabank Centre.

Zachari Smith

by Zachari Smith

Zachari Smith and Jeff Gay at Seaforth Community Hall at 2026-10-10T19:00:00-0300

Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening

by Elevator Theatre

Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026 Spring Awakening is a groundbreaking rock musical about a group of young people coming of age in a world that refuses to speak openly about des

Actual Wizard – Live Magic Show at the Maritime Conservatory

by Vincenzo Ravina

As seen on Penn and Teller: Fool Us, and winner of the Audience Choice Best of the Fest Award at the 2025 Halifax Fringe Festival “Beautifully done.” – Penn Jillette, Penn and Teller “Truly remarkable magic.” – Mark…

Aaron MacDonald Band

by Aaron MacDonald Band

For his return to The Carleton on Saturday, October 10th, Aaron MacDonald will be joined by a hand-picked lineup of seasoned players for a set that leans into the rootsier side of his songwriting. With room for both…

Travis Lindsay

by Travis Lindsay

Stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax headlined by Travis Lindsay. Show at 8:00 PM. 19+.

The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms @ Gus’ Pub

by Morbid Entertainment

Get ready for a wild night at Gus' Pub with The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms live in person! The Animal Warfare Act debuts in Halifax Oct 10 th with local giants, Xenoforms and Iron Wing. $15 advance at Gus’ Pub.…

The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)

by Dancing HFX

The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)

Thrills and Chills: Crash

by Thrills and Chills

Screening times: Saturday, October 10, 8:30 PM David Cronenberg | Canada | 1996 | 112m The strange allure of the auto collision provokes a human fascination with death and the tendency to eroticize danger. For a select…

80's Hair Metal Night feat. Wilberforce

by Wilberforce

80's Hair Metal Night feat. Wilberforce — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.

JOEY JAY • HALIFAX

by TFD Presents

Joey Jay (RuPaul's Drag Race) live in Halifax at Backlot HFX.

Brickworks

by Brickworks

Brickworks — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

VIVID : NEON & FÊTE

by EVOLUTION SOUNDS ENTERTAINMENT Ltd.

VIVID returns with Glow in the Dark Carnival Madness — transforming the venue into a neon-fueled Caribbean paradise! ✨

Certified Saturday

by The Dome Nightclub

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…

FiddleStix

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

Spooky and Scary Halloween Market

by Discover Halifax

Join us Sunday, October 11th for our 6th Annual Halloween Market at the Spryfield Lions Rink! Want to be a vendor? We still have openings left! (Apply using the link in our bio) Come support local small businesses and…

Sunday Sessions: D&D for Kids!

by The Board Room Game Cafe

Join us every Sunday this fall for a kid friendly D&D one-shots, perfect for adventurers ages 8+! No experience necessary!