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Thursday, October 15
- Live Music
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Shanti & The Stevedores
by Shanti & The Stevedores
Shanti & The Stevedores — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus - Folk
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Mark Hippern
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Mark Hippern is a performing singer/songwriter involved in a number of projects. Country, Rock, Folk, East Coast, and Celtic – all drawn from his roots.
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeFolkCountryRockCeltic - Folk
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Reuben & the Dark
by Reuben and the Dark
Reuben & the Dark — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.
The Marquee Ballroom · 2037 Gottingen Street$35FolkLive MusicBar
Friday, October 16
Coffee10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Community Cafe
by Halifax Public Libraries
Come in and start your day with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a snack. You can socialize with other community members, learn about some community resources, or take your drink and snack to go.
Captain William Spry Public Library · 16 Sussex StreetFreeLibraryCoffeeCommunityWeekly
Market10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
CREATIVE MAKERS MARKET 2026 – Oct 16
by Mount Saint Vincent University
Get ready to explore unique handmade goodies and connect with fellow creative souls at this fun market! Tickets and details on Eventbrite.
Mount Saint Vincent University · 166 Bedford HighwayFreeMarket
Live Music11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Free noon-hour live music series, Mon/Wed/Fri
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 MusicWeekly
Lecture12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Dalhousie Health Justice Institute Seminar Series
by Schulich School of Law
Art and Abortion Utopias
Weldon Law Building · 6061 University AvenueFreeLecture- Electronic
5:00 PM – 11:45 PM
Bleep In The Dark
by Bleep In The Dark
RadStorm · 2177 Gottingen StFreeElectronicExperimentalDj Set - Live Music
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBarLive MusicBluesWeekly - Open House
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Dalhousie College of Pharmacy Open House
by Dalhousie University
If you’re going to be in Halifax for Dalhousie Alumni Days , we’d love to invite you to join fellow Dal Pharmacy alumni at the Burbidge Building.
Burbidge Building - Pharmacy 5968 College Street Halifax, NS · 5968 College StreetFreeOpen House
Lecture5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Policy Matters: Data Sovereignty and Low-Earth Orbit Satellites
by Alumni
MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance Policy Matters Series: Data Sovereignty and Low-Earth Orbit Satellites explores the unexpected costs of the space race with experts from academia, industry and public…
Richard Murray Design Building · 5257 Morris StFreeLecture
Educational5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Faculty of Science Night at the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity
by Dalhousie Faculty of Science
Bring your families and friends to explore the new Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity!
Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity · 6375 Edzell Castle CircleFreeEducationalFamily FriendlyCommunity- Rock
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Scott MacDonald
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Scott started gigging at the age of 15 – playing at dance halls in Cape Breton. Moved to Halifax in 1988 and started playing in a classic rock band. Started playing the pubs in 1992 which led to playing in a touring…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeRockTheatreLive MusicPub
Wine6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
KESKUN 2026
by Lebanese Chamber of Commerce in Nova Scotia
We Welcome You to Enjoy Lebanese food & Wine Pairings in Addition to Lebanese Wine, History & Entertainment! Our winemakers and culinary Lebanese experts are joining together to bring you a four course food and wine…
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · 1055 Marginal Road$200WineGallery
Board Games6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bedazzle Your Commander! – Oct 16
by Brewed Battles
Make yourself a cute, sparkly toploader for your favourite Commanders! They deserve a little treat now and then, too.~ Tickets and details on Eventbrite.
Brewed Battles · 2959 Oxford StreetFreeBoard Games- Ambient
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rezound (Tiny Church Concerts)
by Rezound
Rezound is an ambient music duo creating immersive soundscapes through improvised live sampled drone, chant, harmonization, whispered words, and found objects. Part of the Tiny Church Concert Series at the Little Dutch…
Little Dutch Church · 2393 Brunswick StreetFreeAmbientSound BathChill VibesPay What You Can - Rock
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Remarkable: The Band Before Time
by Remarkable
Remarkable: The Band Before Time performs live at The Marquee Ballroom, Halifax. Doors 7pm.
The Marquee Ballroom · 2037 Gottingen Street$15RockLive Music - Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Val-d'Or Foreurs
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Val-d'Or Foreurs at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok
Musical7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
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 desire, identity, and fear. Set in late…
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen Street$42MusicalTheatre
Theatre7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
DalTheatre’s Attempts on Her Life
by Main Calendar
DalTheatre’s 2026-2027 season opener, Attempts on Her Life, brings Dalhousie Acting, Composition, Costume Studies, Music, Technical Theatre, and Set Design students together to launch the Fountain School’s 2026-2027…
Dalhousie Arts Centre · 6101 University Ave$15TheatreConcert Hall
Comedy8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Drew Behm
by Drew Behm
Comedian Drew Behm, known for his viral Alberta accent videos, performs live at the Halifax Live Comedy Club.
Halifax Live Comedy Club · 1575 Argyle Street$20ComedyBar
Jazz8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Caito Macdonald Trio
by Caito Macdonald Trio
Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. His musical style is rooted in the jazz tradition, and his trio plays regularly around Halifax.
Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar · 1662 Barrington StreetFreeJazzBarWeeklyChill Vibes
Live Music8:00 PM – 12:00 PM
The Sheepdogs
by Light House Arts Centre
Tickets and information to see The Sheepdogs perform live at Light House Arts Centre in Halifax. The Sheepdogs tickets are protected with a 100% guarantee at ConcertFix.
Light House Arts Centre · 1800 Argyle Street$57Live MusicConcert HallMulti Day
Live Music8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Jacob Ballard & The Bad Ticket Single Release W/Porch Swing
by Jacob Ballard & The Bad Ticket
Dartmouth's Jacob Ballard & The Bad Ticket, along with opener Porch Swing (Logan Edward MacKay and Kate Bonomo), celebrate the release of a new single at The Carleton on Friday, October 16th. Show time is 8 PM and…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$20Live MusicAlbum ReleaseBarIntimate- Comedy
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Casey Corbin
by Casey Corbin
Stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax headlined by Casey Corbin. Show at 8:00 PM. 19+.
Yuk Yuk's Halifax · 1665 Argyle StreetFreeComedy19 Plus 
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
THE PUPPET HORROR SHOW
by Rumours
THE PUPPET HORROR SHOW at Rumours.
Rumours · 1668 Lower Water Street$10- Soul
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
The Mellotones
by The Mellotones
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.
Pacifico · 5171 George Street$12SoulLive MusicBarHigh Energy - Bachata
8:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)
by Dancing HFX
Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)
Haliente · 1678 Barrington St$15BachataWeeklyMake Friends
Immersive9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Alexander Keith's Brewery Tour and Ghost Hunt
by Alexander Keith's Brewery
Tour the legendary Alexander Keith's Brewery, then stay for an exclusive after-hours ghost hunt through the historic building.
Alexander Keith's Brewery · 1496 Lower Water StreetFreeImmersiveBreweryOne TimeDate Night- Country
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Rabbit Town String Band and Special Out-of-Town Guests
by Rabbit Town String Band
Rabbit Town String Band and Special Out-of-Town Guests — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeCountryLive MusicBar19 Plus
DJ Set10:00 PM – 3:30 AM
FOMO Friday
by The Dome Nightclub
Every Friday at the Dome: Top 40, House and Hip Hop across the dance floor.
The Dome Nightclub · 1740 Argyle Street$5Dj SetBarWeeklyHigh Energy
DJ Set10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
GOOSEBUMPS RAVE
by BILF
A spooky Halloween dance party at Stardust — get ready to get spooky, Halifax.
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · 1688 Barrington Street$12Dj SetHalloweenBar- Celtic
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
HFX Pier
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Halifax Pier brings together three of Nova Scotia’s most seasoned and respected musicians. Multiple ECMA and Music Nova Scotia award winning artists, this talented ensemble hits the stage with energy and a passion for…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCelticPub
Saturday, October 17
Convention9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
2026 Halifax Paranormal Symposium
by Paranormal Phenomena Research Investigation
Atlantic Canada's premier paranormal symposium featuring expert speakers, immersive experiences, and community connection
Halifax Tower Hotel · 15 Lakelands BoulevardFreeConventionIndoor9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Halifax Aging Your Way: A Home, Health & Wellness Expo
by Remember When HealthCare
Halifax Aging Your Way: A Home, Health & Wellness Expo
Cedar Event Centre · 111 Clayton Park DriveFree
Art Walk9:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Nocturne at the Museum of Natural History
by Museum of Natural History
Explore your Museum at night with Nocturne Halifax. The Museum of Natural History stays open until midnight as part of Nocturne: Art at Night, with special programming and activities throughout the building.
Halifax Museum of Natural History · 1747 Summer StFreeArt WalkFestivalAll Day
Market10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Halifax Forum Witches Market
by Halifax Forum
Our annual HFX FORUM Witches Market! The perfect chance to get supplies or have some divination done. Perhaps add that unique item of art to your altar. Find goods for your aspiring witches or wizards! Wands, robes,…
Halifax Forum · 2901 Windsor StreetFreeMarket
Market11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Islamic Heritage Month Celebration 2026
by The Halifax Commons
October is Canadian Islamic History Month, proclaimed by the Parliament of Canada in 2007, and Halifax is celebrating together. On Saturday, October 17, from 11 AM to 7 PM, the Islamic Heritage Month Celebration fills…
The Halifax Commons · 2223 North Park StreetFreeMarketFestival- Beer
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game at the Beer Garden
by Good Robot Brewing
Looking for a beer garden for your Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game beers? Good Robot's Commons Beer Garden is your pre-game and post-game stop, just a 10-minute walk from the Wanderers Grounds stadium.
The Halifax Commons · 2223 North Park StreetFreeBeerOutdoorCasualCommunity - Soccer
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game at the Beer Garden
by Good Robot Commons Beer Garden
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
Workshop12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Watercolour Brunch - watercolour paint workshop, October 17
by Yulia Cheprasova / My Colours of Water
Fully guided watercolour workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
Sugar Marmalade · 1452 Brenton Street$30Workshop
Indigenous Culture12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Atelihai Inuit: Community Social
by Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Email Atelihai@MyMNFC.com to learn more
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre · 2021 Brunswick StreetFreeIndigenousIndigenous CultureCommunityCommunity Centre
Drag12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Saturday Drag Brunch
by Stardust Bar + Kitchen
We have drag brunch ever Saturday! Come by and see our amazing casts with rotating hosts Mya Foxx and Elle Noir
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · 1688 Barrington Street$10DragBarWeekly
Theatre2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
DalTheatre’s Attempts on Her Life
by Main Calendar
DalTheatre’s 2026-2027 season opener, Attempts on Her Life, brings Dalhousie Acting, Composition, Costume Studies, Music, Technical Theatre, and Set Design students together to launch the Fountain School’s 2026-2027…
Dalhousie Arts Centre · 6101 University Ave$15TheatreConcert Hall
Cafe3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Coffee & Cream!! – Oct 17
by Café du Port
HALIFAX, IT’S TIME TO GET COZY. What if you could make your own nourishing body butter…and actually know what you’re putting into it? Tickets and details on Eventbrite.
Café du Port · 1597 Barrington StreetFreeCafe
DJ Set4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bed By 10 Is Coming To Halifax!
by Bed By 10
🎉 Bed By 10: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! 🎉 NEW DATE ADDED Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? We've got you covered! Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the…
The Dome Nightclub · 1740 Argyle StreetFreeDj SetBarHigh Energy- Live Music
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Brad Conrad Band matinee! 4pm
by The Brad Conrad Band matinee
The Brad Conrad Band matinee! 4pm
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar - Soccer
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saint Mary's Huskies Women's Soccer vs. Dalhousie
by Saint Mary's Huskies
Saint Mary's Huskies women's soccer AUS home game against Dalhousie at Huskies Stadium in Halifax.
Huskies Stadium · 923 Robie StreetFreeSoccerCompetitiveOutdoor - Electronic
5:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Bleep In The Dark – Holzkopf
by Bleep In The Dark
RadStorm · 2177 Gottingen StFreeElectronicExperimentalDj Set - Theatre
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Michael Haley
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
Michael Haley is a singer/songwriter and guitarist living in Halifax. Growing up in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, he began performing at an early age and hasn’t looked back. Now, with over 15 years experience on stage, he…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeTheatreFestivalPub