Weekly events in Halifax

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.

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.

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

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.

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

by Dancing HFX

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

FOMO Friday

by The Dome Nightclub

Every Friday at the Dome: Top 40, House and Hip Hop across the dance floor.

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

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

by DalKing Swing

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

Certified Saturday

by The Dome Nightclub

Every Saturday at The Dome — Halifax's premier nightclub. Big beats, packed floors, and the kind of nights that turn into stories. DJ dance party.

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…

Mysteries of the Keyhole House

by Bella Rose Arts Centre

Outerbridge Magic What happens when two of Canada’s master illusionists move into a century-old house, that’s rumoured to be haunted? Join Ted and Marion Outerbridge – fresh from mesmerizing audiences at Hollywood’s…

All Saints Cathedral Choir

by All Saints Cathedral Choir

The ‘Sundays at Four’ Music Series returns to the Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax September 28 at 4 p.m! Join us for a new season of inspiring choral music, offered freely to the public every Sunday afternoon.…

The Legendary Sunday Night Blues Jam 8pm with Andrew Gillis and Special Guests!

by The Legendary Sunday Night Blues Jam

The Legendary Sunday Night Blues Jam 8pm with Andrew Gillis and Special Guests!

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm

by Bearly: a Trivia

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm

Goodwill Trivia Mondays

by Good Robot Brewing Co.

Looking for the best Halifax trivia night? Join us at Good Robot Brewing – Robie Street Pub every Monday at 7:00 PM for a night of brain-teasers that give back to the community . To reserve your free table, click here .…

Baby & Tot Drop-in

by Halifax Public Libraries

In this program, babies and tots hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, and have some social time with other grown-ups. Ages…

Study Buddies for Newcomers

by Halifax Public Libraries

Newcomer youth can drop in for a safe and friendly environment with free tutoring in all school subjects. It's also a chance to practice fun, conversational English for youth who are new to Canada. Ages 13-21. No…

Dalia Women’s Social Coworking

by Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax

BUILD by Dalia 💌 ​Because who says growth has to happen alone? ​BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…

Beyond Peggy's Cove: Discovering Nova Scotia's Remarkable Places

by Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Tuesday Night Talk with author Stacy Ann Milford on discovering Nova Scotia's remarkable places beyond Peggy's Cove. Free admission, 6:30–7:30 pm at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Leo Cox Trio

by Leo Cox Trio

Halifax’s Leo Cox Trio brings groove-driven modern jazz to Tuesday nights at The Economy Shoe Shop. No cover. Sit-ins welcome. Tuesday Night Jazz at The Economy Shoe Shop features the Leo Cox Trio, with Leo Cox on bass,…

Garrett Mason

by Garrett Mason

Garrett Mason is a true bluesman raised in Truro, NS by veteran Canadian bluesman Dutch Mason. A gifted guitarist steeped in the blues tradition.

Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio

by Live jazz with Matt Maclennan trio

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee! You can expect balanced and inviting sets with an easy and conversational style that fills…

Manilla: SBK+ (Free)

by Dancing HFX

Manilla: SBK+ (Free)

Jazz Night @ The Local

by The Local

Jazz night with Silvio Pupo, keys, Ronald Hynes, bass and Damien Moynihan, percussion.

Karaoke with Mimi! 10pm-2am

by Karaoke with Mimi!

Live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs: Karaoke with Mimi! 10pm-2am.

Group Read - Reclaiming Power + Place: The Final Report of the

by Indigenous Student Centre (1321 Edward St)

A group read of Reclaiming Power + Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (2019)

Atelihai Inuit: Community Drop-In

by Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre

Refreshments & Supplies will be providedEmail Atelihai@mymnfc.com to learn more.

Morgan Davis Happy Hour 5pm

by Morgan Davis

Morgan Davis Happy Hour 5pm — Bearly's

Better Times Comedy at Good Robot

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.) every Thursday evening,…

Rumors | Ritmos En Movement (Free)

by Dancing HFX

Rumors | Ritmos En Movement (Free)

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.

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.

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.

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…

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

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!

All Saints Cathedral Choir

by All Saints Cathedral Choir

The 'Sundays at Four' Music Series returns to the Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax, with inspiring choral music offered freely to the public every Sunday afternoon.

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm

by Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm — Bearly's

Goodwill Trivia Mondays (Click For Reservations)

by Good Robot Brewing Company

Goodwill Trivia Mondays at Good Robot Brewing's Robie Street taproom. Weekly pub trivia — reservations recommended.

Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!

by Noah Tye

Noah Tye hosts the Open Song Circle at Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs every Monday. Share your music on the Bearly's stage.

Baby & Tot Drop-in

by Halifax Public Libraries

In this program, babies and tots hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, and have some social time with other grown-ups. Ages…

Study Buddies for Newcomers

by Halifax Public Libraries

Newcomer youth can drop in for a safe and friendly environment with free tutoring in all school subjects. It's also a chance to practice fun, conversational English for youth who are new to Canada. Ages 13-21. No…

Dalia Women’s Social Coworking

by Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax

BUILD by Dalia 💌 ​Because who says growth has to happen alone? ​BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…

Nova Scotia Vessels as Research Platforms: The Sea Turtle Story

by Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Tuesday Night Talk with Kathleen Martin, Executive Director of the Canadian Sea Turtle Network, on using Nova Scotia vessels as research platforms. Free admission, 6:30–7:30 pm at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Leo Cox Trio

by Leo Cox Trio

Halifax's Leo Cox Trio brings groove-driven modern jazz to Tuesday nights at The Economy Shoe Shop. No cover. Sit-ins welcome.

Garrett Mason

by Garrett Mason

Garrett Mason is a true bluesman at heart, raised in Truro, Nova Scotia. Live at Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs.

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.

Live jazz with Matt MacLennan Trio

by Matt MacLennan Trio

Matt MacLennan is a bassist and bandleader, bringing a mix of velvety ballads, smooth bossa novas, and breezy swing to Obladee wine bar.