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Saturday, August 29
Comedy8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Travis Lindsay
by Travis Lindsay
Canadian comedian Travis Lindsay brings his razor-sharp wit and storytelling to the Halifax Live Comedy Club.
Halifax Live Comedy Club · 1575 Argyle Street$20ComedyBar
Live Music8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Colrain Album Release Show w/ George Woodhouse
by Colrain
After opening for Hobo Aquarium in November last year, Colrain, along with George Woodhouse, take the stage at The Carleton on Saturday, August 29th to celebrate the release of a new album. Everything kicks off at 8 PM…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$20Live MusicAlbum ReleaseBarIntimate- Film Screening
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Gregg Araki Double Bill: Mysterious Skin
by Carbon Arc Cinema
Screening presented by Carbon Arc Cinema, Halifax's independent art-house cinema.
Carbon Arc Cinema · 1747 Summer Street$12Film Screening - Live Music
9:00 PM – 11:59 PM
The Joy Curve with Paul St.Amand
by The Joy Curve
The Joy Curve with Paul St.Amand
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar - DJ Set
10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Certified Saturday
by The Dome
Every Saturday at The Dome - Halifax's premier nightclub.
The Dome · 1740 Argyle Street$5Dj Set - Hip-Hop
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Handsolo 30th Anniversary Tour ft. Moka Only, Mickey O'Brien & Epic
by Moka Only, Mickey O'Brien & Epic
Handsolo Records' 30th Anniversary Tour featuring Moka Only, Mickey O'Brien and Epic at The Seahorse Tavern.
The Seahorse Tavern · 2037 Gottingen Street$20Hip HopBar - Live Music
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
FiddleStix
by FiddleStix
FiddleStix at The Old Triangle
The Old Triangle · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
Sunday, August 30
Fundraiser10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Big Blue Boogie Cruise
by Back To The Sea Centre
Shell-ebrate 10 years of Back to the Sea aboard the Harbour Queen. A two-hour harbour cruise with mermaid encounters, face painting, touch-tank explorations and music. Costumes encouraged.
Ambassatours Gray Line · 1751 Lower Water StreetFreeFamily FriendlyWaterfrontFundraiser- Waterfront
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ladies First - Race 2
by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
An open sailing series for boats with a female skipper and female majority crew. Race 2 of the Ladies First series at the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron.
Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron · 376 Purcells Cove RoadFreeWaterfrontCompetitiveMonthly - Theatre
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Unrehearsed Hamlet
by Shakespeare by the Sea
Shakespeare by the Sea presents Unrehearsed Hamlet, a one-night-only performance following the success of Unrehearsed Romeo and Juliet. An unscripted, high-energy take on Shakespeare's Hamlet performed outdoors in Point…
Point Pleasant Park · 5718 Point Pleasant DrFreeTheatreOutdoor
Board Games1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Summer Sessions: D&D for Kids!
by The Board Room Game Cafe
Join us every Sunday this summer for kid-friendly D&D one-shots, perfect for adventurers ages 8+! No experience necessary!
Board Room Game Cafe · 1256 Barrington StreetFreeBoard GamesFamily FriendlyWeeklyCafe
Live Music2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
A Day in Dublin
by A Day in Dublin
A Day in Dublin at Durty Nelly’s.
Durty Nelly’s · 1645 Argyle StreetFreeLive MusicPub- Live Music
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Concert - Will Fisher Group
by Will Fisher Group
Sunday Concert - Will Fisher Group at the Halifax Public Gardens, presented by the Friends of the Public Gardens.
Halifax Public Gardens · 5665 Spring Garden RoadFreeLive MusicParkWeekly
Film Screening2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Balanchine – Béjart – Pite: Free Ballet Screening
by Cecilia Concerts
Cecilia Concerts presents a free screening of the mixed ballet program Balanchine – Béjart – Pite at the Halifax Central Library, part of its Free Summer Opera & Ballet Screenings series.
Halifax Central Library · 5440 Spring Garden RoadFreeFilm ScreeningBalletLibrary- Folk
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Hand Me Downs (Old-time, Bluegrass)
by The Hand Me Downs
The Hand Me Downs (Old-time, Bluegrass)
Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeFolkLive MusicBar
Live Music4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
All Saints Cathedral Choir
by All Saints Cathedral Choir
All Saints Cathedral Choir at Cathedral Church of All Saints
Cathedral Church of All Saints · 1330 Martello StreetFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Lorcana at the Board Room Game Cafe!
by Board Room Game Cafe
Join us for some Lorcana! All experience levels welcome! Join us for an evening of Disney’s LORCANA! Our amazing staff will be hosting a night of fun! In the magical realm of Lorcana, you’ll work with your team of…
Board Room Game Cafe · 1256 Barrington St.Free- Film Screening
5:30 PM – 7:55 PM
All That's Left Of You
by Carbon Arc Cinema
Screening presented by Carbon Arc Cinema, Halifax's independent art-house cinema.
Carbon Arc Cinema · 1747 Summer Street$12Film Screening - Blues
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Waterfront: Blues (Free)
by Dancing HFX
DalSwing BLUES at the Waterfront (Tall Ships Quay) Every Tuesday during the summer at the Waterfront (Tall Ships Quay) Exact Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fsBKXH7BUU5Xmbez9 💃🏽 7:00–9:00 PM Socia
Tall Ships Quay · Tall Ships QuayFreeBluesSocial DanceWaterfrontWeekly - Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Mark Hippern
by Mark Hippern
Mark Hippern at The Old Triangle
The Old Triangle · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
Live Music8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday night blues jam
by Sunday night blues jam
Sunday night blues jam at Bearly’s House of Blues & Ribs
Bearly’s House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StreetFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
Live Music10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Michael Lloyd
by Michael Lloyd
Michael Lloyd at Durty Nelly’s.
Durty Nelly’s · 1645 Argyle StreetFreeLive MusicPub
Monday, August 31
- Workshop
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
How to Speak Assertively: 4-Week Program
by Halifax Public Libraries
Expressing our needs can be difficult. In this four week program, you will learn about communication and practice assertiveness skills (e.g. active listening, saying no and making requests). In partnership with…
Keshen Goodman Public Library · 330 Lacewood DriveFreeWorkshop - Waterfront
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Bermudan Mondays — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Bermudan Mondays — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron · 376 Purcells Cove RoadFreeWaterfront
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Goodwill Trivia Mondays (Click For Reservations)
by Good Robot Brewing – Robie St. Taproom, Store & Beer Garden
Goodwill Trivia Mondays (Click For Reservations)
Good Robot Brewing – Robie St. Taproom, Store & Beer Garden · 2736 Robie StreetFreeTriviaBreweryWeekly- Trivia
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
by Good Robot Brewing
Looking for the best Halifax trivia night. Join us at Good Robot Brewing - Robie Street Pub every Monday at 7:00 PM.
Good Robot Brewing · 2736 Robie StreetFreeTrivia
Trivia7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Trivia Night
by Durty Nelly’s
Trivia Night at Durty Nelly’s.
Durty Nelly’s · 1645 Argyle StreetFreeTriviaPubWeekly- Open Mic
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye
by Bearly's House Of Blues & Ribs
Noah Tye is bringing the Open Song Circle to Bearly's! Share your music on the Bearly's stage every Monday
Bearly's House Of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StreetFreeOpen Mic - Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Dave MacIsaac
by Dave MacIsaac
One of Nova Scotia's pre-eminent musicians on fiddle and guitar, Dave MacIsaac is a go-to player in Atlantic Canada known for exceptional skill and deep knowledge of traditional music. Live at The Old Triangle Irish…
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeCelticLive MusicFolkPub
Live Music10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Jordan LeBlanc
by Jordan LeBlanc
Jordan LeBlanc at Durty Nelly’s.
Durty Nelly’s · 1645 Argyle StreetFreeLive MusicPub
Tuesday, September 1
Live Music6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Jazz Night
by Jazz Night
Jazz Night at Ragazzi Restobar
Ragazzi Restobar · 5187 Salter StreetFreeLive Music
Live Music7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Leo Cox Trio
by Leo Cox Trio
Leo Cox Trio at Economy Shoe Shop
Economy Shoe Shop · 1663 Argyle StreetFreeLive Music- Lindy Hop
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Waterfront: Lindy Hop
by DalSwing
DalSwing Lindy Hop swing dancing at the Halifax Waterfront, every Tuesday through the summer. Free, all levels welcome.
Waterfront Gazebo · Waterfront GazeboFreeLindy HopWaterfrontWeeklyEasy Solo - Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Theo MacIntosh
by Theo MacIntosh
Theo MacIntosh — live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicPub
Live Music8:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Garrett Mason
by Garrett Mason
Garrett Mason at Bearly’s House of Blues & Ribs
Bearly’s House of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StreetFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
Live Music10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Industry night with Tyler Key
by Durty Nelly’s
Industry night with Tyler Key at Durty Nelly’s.
Durty Nelly’s · 1645 Argyle StreetFreeLive MusicPub
Wednesday, September 2
Community11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Back-to-School Free Store Shop
by Student Affairs
Back-to-School Free Store Shop: September 2–5, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Free essentials for students with Dal/King’s ID or proof of enrolment. Take up to 3 items or item sets per visit and enter daily for a mini fridge raffle.…
Mona Campbell Building · 1459 LeMarchant StreetFreeCommunity- Workshop
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Movie: Monthly Screening
by Halifax Public Libraries
Monthly movie screenings have returned to the Library! The movie screening will take place on the first Wednesday of every month. Please check back for this month's feature film!
Keshen Goodman Public Library · 330 Lacewood DriveFreeWorkshop - Live Music
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
TFPG Present: Emily Benigno Quartet
by Friends of the Public Gardens
Community event presented by the Friends of the Public Gardens at the Halifax Public Gardens: TFPG Present: Emily Benigno Quartet.
Halifax Public Gardens · 5665 Spring Garden RoadFreeLive MusicPark - Book Club
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📖 Silent Reading
by Good Robot Brewing Company
A quiet community silent reading hour at Good Robot Brewing. Bring a book and enjoy.
Good Robot Brewing Company · 2736 Robie StreetFreeBook ClubCommunity - 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 - Live Music
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio
by Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio
Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio at Obladee wine bar
Obladee wine bar · 1600 Barrington StreetFreeLive Music - Latin
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Manilla: SBK+
by Manilla Thai Grill
Weekly Latin social dance night at Manilla Thai Grill on Spring Garden Road. Drop-in class 7-8pm, social dancing 8-11pm (bachata, salsa, merengue, kizomba). Free entry, 19+, all levels.
Manilla Thai Grill · 5686 Spring Garden RoadFreeLatinSocial DanceWeekly19 Plus
Live Music7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Josée Champoux & Andre Pettipas - Road to Giantstock
by Josée Champoux & Andre Pettipas
The Carleton is pleased to present The Road to Giantstock... a very special pairing of two Nova Scotia singer-songwriters who perform throughout North America and are returning home in anticipation of this fall's…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$20Live MusicBarIntimate
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 RdFreeTriviaPub
Live Music7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Jazz Night @ The Local
by Jazz Night @ The Local
Jazz Night @ The Local at The Local
The Local · 2037 Gottingen StFreeLive MusicFamily Friendly
Comedy8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour!
by Bearly’s House Of Blues & Ribs
Wednesday is COMEDY TIME down at Bearlys House of Blues! Things started just after 8pm, C’mon down early to grab your spot – there’s great drink specials all night long, along with a bunch of a great non-alcoholic…
Bearly’s House Of Blues & Ribs · 1579 Grafton StreetFreeComedyPub- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gordon Tucker
by Gordon Tucker
Gordon Tucker — live music at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse.
Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StreetFreeLive MusicPub - Showcase
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fringe Sampler — Halifax Fringe 2026
by Halifax Fringe Festival
Halifax Fringe Festival 2026 (Sept 3–13): Fringe Sampler presented by Halifax Fringe Festival at Neptune Theatre – Scotiabank Stage. Tickets include a $5 fee. halifaxfringe.ca
Neptune Theatre – Scotiabank Stage · 1593 Argyle StFreeHalifax FringeFestivalShowcase
Thursday, September 3
