Halifax Events

Ty Messick

by Ty Messick

Ty Messick

Community Café

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.

Story Walk: The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything

by Halifax Public Libraries

Drop in for a guided story walk outdoors (weather permitting). One autumn night, while walking in the woods, the little old lady heard... clomp, clomp, shake, shake, clap, clap... You may be surprised to learn what the…

A Matinee Event with Emily St. John Mandel

by Bookmark

An afternoon author event with novelist Emily St. John Mandel, presented by Bookmark.

DON’T SPOIL THE FAMILY NAME – Oct 23

by Breaking Circus

A three-day art exhibition by Niyi Adeogun exploring inheritance, perception and what we choose to carry forward. Tickets and details on Eventbrite.

An Evening with Emily St. John Mandel

by Bookmark

Bestselling author Emily St. John Mandel comes to Halifax for the launch of her new book Exit Party, in the Paul O'Regan Hall at the Halifax Central Library. An evening of books and conversation presented by Bookmark.

TMFF Halifax 2026

by TMFF

TMFF comes to Halifax for the first time with a night of motorcycle films made for the big screen.

Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles

by Halifax Mooseheads

QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Cape Breton Eagles at Scotiabank Centre.

Convulsion @ Gus' Pub

by Convulsion

Live music featuring Convulsion, QWAN, Fluke and Cross Check at Gus' Pub & Grill.

Quan (ON), Crosscheck (MTL) , Convulsion, Fluke @ Gus's Pub

by Sanctuary Bookings

HC / Metal show @ Gus's pub on Oct 23rd as presented by Sanctuary Bookings.

Alex Cuba & Symphony Nova Scotia

by Symphony Nova Scotia

Juno Award-winning Cuban-Canadian artist Alex Cuba joins Symphony Nova Scotia for an evening of Latin-infused music at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.

Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening

by Elevator Theatre Company

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…

Caito Macdonald Trio

by Caito Macdonald Trio

Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. His trio plays jazz every Friday at the Barrington Steakhouse.

Garnet Rogers - Friday

by Garnet Rogers

The resolutely independent Garnet Rogers makes his way back out East for a pair of shows at The Carleton on Friday, October 23rd (this one) and a special matinée performance on Saturday, October 24th. Friday's show…

Kyle Lucey

by Kyle Lucey

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

The Mellotones

by The Mellotones

The Mellotones have been bringing their high-octane party to stages worldwide for over two decades. An 8-piece R&B funk powerhouse that lights up dance floors.

Rocky Horror Double! The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Screening times: Friday, October 23, 9:00 PM - show added! Friday, October 30, 8:45 PM Jim Sharman | UK, USA | 1975 | 100m A couple of squares, Brad and Janet, land at a mansion with weirdos. RIP Tim Curry! We remember…

Nick Campbell (Toronto)

by Nick Campbell

Nick Campbell (Toronto) — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

AFROBASS PARTY W/ DOPE CAESAR

by Dope Caesar

AFROBASS PARTY W/ DOPE CAESAR — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.

KINK•A•PALOOZA

by HaliHoEvents

Kink like you mean it! ENTER IF YOU DARE Something wicked is coming to Stardust this October! KINK•A•PALOOZA returns with HALLOWEEN SCREAM, our biggest and kinkiest party of the spooky season ! We’re bringing you a…

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.…

Tristan Legg

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

Tristan is a well known musician based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Highly regarded for his rich, powerful voice, strong acoustic guitar playing, and outgoing personality on stage, he is a captivating act to catch.…

Y2K Spooktacular October

by Seahorse Tavern

Y2K is back with a Spooktacular October throwback dance party. Doors 11PM. 19+. No refunds.

Backpacker’s Bazaar: Used outdoor clothing and gear sale

by St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church Hall

Join Hike NS for the Backpacker’s Bazaar: Used outdoor clothing and gear sale on Saturday, October 24 from 10 am to 4 pm at St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Ch

Beaty Centre | Special Guests from Coastal Action

by Steele Ocean Sciences Building, 6375 Edzell Castle Circle

Meet special guests from Coastal Action on Saturday, October 24 at the Beaty Centre.

Saturday Drag Brunch

by Stardust Bar + Kitchen

Come enjoy great food and amazing performances for our Saturday Drag Brunch! ****PLEASE RESERVE TICKETS FOR YOUR ENTIRE GROUP IN ONE BOOKING OR YOU WILL NOT BE SEATED TOGETHER.****Join Us at Stardust Bar + Kitchen for…

Gear Sale

by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron

Do you have gear you've been wanting to sell but haven't had time to do so? Our Boat Gear Sale doubles as a fundraiser for our sailing programs. There are two ways for you to choose: 1. Reserve your table under the big…

Garnet Rogers - Saturday matinee

by Garnet Rogers

The resolutely independent Garnet Rogers makes his way back out East for a pair of shows at The Carleton on Friday, October 23rd and a special matinée performance on Saturday, October 24th (this one). Friday's show…

Roadkill + Kelowna Show

by Roadkill

Touring act Roadkill plays an all-ages DIY show at RadStorm's Show Space in Halifax.

Krisanne Crowell and The Blues Bandits

by Krisanne Crowell and The Blues Bandits

Krisanne Crowell and The Blues Bandits performing live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs.

Loud Women Fest Halifax

by Loud Women Fest

Loud Women Fest Halifax — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.

American Doctor

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Screening times: Saturday, October 24, 6:00 PM Sunday, November 1, 5:30 PM Poh Si Teng | USA | 2026 | 91m English & Arabic with English subtitles When three American doctors, Palestinian, Jewish and Zoroastrian, enter…

Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders

by Halifax Mooseheads

QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Charlottetown Islanders at Scotiabank Centre.

Mat Hughes live at St. Matthew's Church

by St. Matthew's United Church

Come celebrate the release of Mat Hughes' debut full-length album on October 24 at St. Matthew's Church in Halifax. Mat will be joined by his full band and spec

Advanced Beginner Swing Rhythm (5 of 6)

by Dalhousie Studley Dance Studio

Advanced Beginner Swing Dance - Rhythm Dates: Sept 19 - October 31 Time: 7-8 pm Location: Dalhousie Studley Gym (Gym) Price: $45 Prerequisite: None! Swing is the umbrella term for the many social dances created by Black…

Beginner Swing Rhythm (5 of 6)

by Dalhousie Studley Dance Studio

Beginner Swing Dance - Rhythm Dates: Sept 19 - October 31 Time: 7-8 pm Location: Dalhousie Studley Gym (Dance Studio) Price: $45 Prerequisite: None! Want to try a partner dance? Are you an absolute beginner with little…

Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening

by Elevator Theatre

Elevator Theatre Company presents Spring Awakening, the Tony Award-winning rock musical based on Frank Wedekind's play, at The Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax.

On Stage with Inuk Soprano Deantha Edmunds, and DalChorus

by Joseph Strug Concert Hall

On Stage with Inuk Soprano Deantha Edmunds, and DalChorus

Lynn Miles

by Lynn Miles

National treasure (and we don't use that term lightly), Lynn Miles, returns to her Halifax songwriter's home at The Carleton for a solo performance on Saturday, October 24th. Show time is 8 PM and tickets, while they…

Kyle Lucey

by Kyle Lucey

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

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

by Dancing HFX

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

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

by DalKing Swing

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

Thrills & Chills: The Crow

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Screening times: Saturday, October 24, 8:30 PM Alex Proyas | USA | 1994 | 102m Eric Draven and his fiancee are brutally murdered. When he mysteriously returns from the dead with the help of a crow, it begins to guide…

Corey Isenor CD Release

by Corey Isenor

Corey Isenor CD Release — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

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…

Tristan Legg

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

Tristan is a well known musician based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Highly regarded for his rich, powerful voice, strong acoustic guitar playing, and outgoing personality on stage, he is a captivating act to catch.…

DRAG ME TO THE RAVE

by Rumours

Ready to be spellbound? Drag Me to the Rave is serving up the witchy night of your dreams. We’re blurring the lines between a full-out drag show and underground rave with spotlight numbers from @hausoftowers all the way…

Halloween Party at the Museum of Natural History

by Museum of Natural History

This spooky (but not too spooky) signature Museum event is fun for your little monsters with puppet shows, bug cooking, phobias and more. Put on your favourite costume and join us! Included with museum admission.

Pumpkin Carving at the Board Room!

by The Board Room Game Cafe

Join us for an afternoon of Pumpkin Carving at the Board Room Game Cafe! All supplies, tools, and pumpkins will be provided. Join us for Pumpkin Carving Contest at the Board Room Game Cafe! We’re gettin’ messy 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!