This month: Halifax Events

HHC 017: GALLOWSPINE (ON), FOR ONE HATE (QC), DECLAWED + MORE

by Harbour Hardcore

Harbour Hardcore Presents… Ottawa heavyweights Gallowspine and Quebec slam metal For One Hate takedown Stillwell Brewery with locals!

Pages and Pints Book Club – Oct 15

by Propeller Quinpool Tap Room

Nerdy book lovers and beer enthusiasts unite at Propeller Quinpool for Pages and Pints Book Club—grab a pint, chat about what you’re reading, and vibe with your people. October 15th at 6:30 PM.

7th Annual Hellifax Horror Fest!

by Carbon Arc Cinema

Festival dates: October 15 - October 18, 2026 Hellifax Horror Fest takes over Carbon Arc Cinema from October 15-18, 2026! Read all about Hellifax at hellifax.com! More info and tickets here!

Better Times Comedy at Good Robot

by Good Robot Brewing Company

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,…

2026 Stanfield Conversation

by Dalhousie University

The 2026 Stanfield Conversation, a public talk at the Joseph Strug Concert Hall. Free and open to the public.

Better Times Comedy at Good Robot

by Better Times Comedy

Better Times Comedy stand-up night at Good Robot Brewing.

Rumors | Ritmos En Movement (Free)

by Dancing HFX

Rumors | Ritmos En Movement (Free)

Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening

by Bus Stop 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…

Shadows & Light: Barber & Brahms

by Symphony Nova Scotia

Symphony Nova Scotia performs Shadows & Light, a program of works by Samuel Barber and Johannes Brahms conducted by Earl Lee.

John McLaren and Friends w/ Asif & Ava Illyas

by John McLaren and Friends

The Carleton is pleased to welcome John McLaren, award-winning violinist turned self-taught guitarist, with his trio to our stage to celebrate the release of their electric album "John McLaren and Friends Live at Pattes…

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…

Up-Close Magic Cabaret

by The Halifax Magic Festival

The Halifax Magic Club presents and Evening of intimate entertainment in the best cafe bookstore in Halifax. The Up-Close Cabaret is the secret show folks can’t stop talking about. A rotating cast of the best magicians…

Shanti & The Stevedores

by Shanti & The Stevedores

Shanti & The Stevedores — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

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.

Reuben & the Dark

by Reuben and the Dark

Reuben & the Dark — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, 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.

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.

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.

Dalhousie Health Justice Institute Seminar Series

by Schulich School of Law

Art and Abortion Utopias

Bleep In The Dark

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

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.

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…

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!

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…

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…

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.

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…

Remarkable: The Band Before Time

by Remarkable

Remarkable: The Band Before Time performs live at The Marquee Ballroom, Halifax. Doors 7pm.

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.

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…

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…

Drew Behm

by Drew Behm

Comedian Drew Behm, known for his viral Alberta accent videos, performs live at the Halifax Live Comedy Club.

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.

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.

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…

Casey Corbin

by Casey Corbin

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

THE PUPPET HORROR SHOW

by Rumours

THE PUPPET HORROR SHOW at Rumours.

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.

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

by Dancing HFX

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

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.

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.

FOMO Friday

by The Dome Nightclub

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

GOOSEBUMPS RAVE

by BILF

A spooky Halloween dance party at Stardust — get ready to get spooky, Halifax.

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…

2026 Halifax Paranormal Symposium

by Paranormal Phenomena Research Investigation

Atlantic Canada's premier paranormal symposium featuring expert speakers, immersive experiences, and community connection

Halifax Aging Your Way: A Home, Health & Wellness Expo

by Remember When HealthCare

Halifax Aging Your Way: A Home, Health & Wellness Expo

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 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,…

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…