This month: Halifax Events

The Acoustic World of Whales, NOCTURNE Exhibit

by Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, 6375 Edzell Castle Circle, Halifax

The magnificent 18-metre blue whale skeleton at Halifax’s recently opened aquarium, the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, has inspired The Acoustic World of Whales.

(Un)Seen City: Systems Between, NOCTURNE Exhibit

by Dalhousie University

(Un)Seen City: Systems Between invites visitors to experience a familiar pedestrian corridor in an unfamiliar way.

Eddie May Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: RUM RUNNING MURDERS – Oct 17

by Atlantica Hotel Halifax

Join us in a thrilling evening of a hilarious and suspenseful LIVE GAME OF CLUE coupled with a delicious meal. Have The Crime of Your Life! Tickets and details on Eventbrite.

Advanced Beginner Swing Rhythm (4 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…

Intermediate Swing (4 of 4)

by Dalhousie Arts Centre

Intermediate Swing Dates: Sept 19 - October 17 Time: 7-8 pm Location: Dal Arts Centre Room 3015 (6101 University Ave) - Use Seymour St Entrance, Price: $30 Prerequisite: L1+L2/Beg+Adv Beg Swing/Equivalent Are you…

Beginner Swing Rhythm (4 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

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…

Saint Mary's Huskies Men's Soccer vs. Dalhousie

by Saint Mary's Huskies

Saint Mary's Huskies men's soccer AUS home game against Dalhousie at Huskies Stadium in Halifax.

Loreena McKennitt

by Loreena McKennitt

🎶 Don't Miss Loreena McKennitt Live in Halifax on Saturday, October 17, 2026! 🎶 Are you ready to experience Loreena McKennitt like never before? With chart-topping hits like The Mummers' Dance, The Mystic's Dream and…

Nocturne at AGNS!

by Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

Nocturne: Art at Night at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. Drop by the courtyard for the Nocturne anchor project [ The Frame ], then warm up and get creative inside with hands-on artmaking and exhibitions.

DalTheatre’s Attempts on Her Life

by Fountain School of Performing Arts

DalTheatre’s 2026-2027 season opener, Attempts on Her Life, staged by the Fountain School of Performing Arts at the Sir James Dunn Theatre, Dalhousie Arts Centre.

Drew Behm

by Drew Behm

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

Maximum Overdrive

by Maximum Overdrive

After immediately selling out their first two shows of '26 at our place, we're delighted to announce that Maximum Overdrive will be back at The Carleton - so you can again work on your best '80s dance moves - on…

Casey Corbin

by Casey Corbin

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

The Sheepdogs (SATURDAY)

by The Sheepdogs

The Sheepdogs bring their rock and roll to Light House Arts Centre in Halifax on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Doors 7PM, show 8PM. General admission standing and reserved seating available. 19+ event, valid photo ID…

Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) @ Clayton Park Pub

by Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) at Clayton Park Pub at 2026-10-17

AFRO HOUSE PROPAGANDA VOL. 9: THE SERMON

by Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

AFRO HOUSE PROPAGANDA VOL. 9: THE SERMON Nine transmissions. This one goes deeper than the dance floor. The Department of Reform has scheduled a mandatory sermon. The room becomes church-like in moments, intense and…

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

by DalKing Swing

Swing Dance Social — DalKing Swing

Threezer: A Tribute to Weezer

by Threezer

Threezer: A Tribute to Weezer live at The Seahorse Tavern, Halifax. Doors and showtimes via the venue. Presented at 2037 Gottingen.

Bend The River & TBA

by Bend The River

Bend The River & TBA — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.

The Fabulously Rich: A Tribute to The Tragically Hip

by The Fabulously Rich

The Fabulously Rich: A Tribute to The Tragically Hip live at The Marquee Ballroom, Halifax. Doors and showtimes via the venue. Presented at 2037 Gottingen.

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.

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…

McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours October 18, 2026 -Depart Halifax at 9:30am

by Friends of McNabs Island Society

Join the Friends of McNabs Island Society for the annual Fall Foliage Tours of McNabs Island Provincial Park.

Halifax Gals & Pals: October Romance Book Club (Grim Tidings)

by Halifax Gals & Pals

For the romance readers! Join us for a morning of cozy chats, good books, and a chance to meet other readers in Halifax. 📖 Our October read will be: Good Tidings by B.K. Borison. Grab your free ticket to save your…

Board Room Puzzle Palooza: 500 pieces!

by The Board Room Game Cafe

Join us for an exhilarating puzzle competition where teams of 1 to 2 members come together for a test of skill, collaboration, and speed! Join us for a puzzle competition where teams of 1 to 2 members come together for…

James Ehnes' 50th Birthday Recital

by Symphony Nova Scotia

Acclaimed violinist James Ehnes celebrates his 50th birthday with a special recital presented by Symphony Nova Scotia at St. Andrew's United Church.

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…

Halifax Mooseheads vs Shawinigan Cataractes

by Halifax Mooseheads

QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Shawinigan Cataractes at Scotiabank Centre.

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.…

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…

Theresa Malenfant & Scott Medford 4pm (click for tickets)

by Theresa Malenfant & Scott Medford

Theresa Malenfant & Scott Medford 4pm (click for tickets)

NOCTURNE: Hands-On Handmade Animation Studio

by Carbon Arc Cinema

A free NOCTURNE festival event at Carbon Arc Cinema: a hands-on handmade animation studio where visitors create their own animation. All ages, free admission. 6 PM to midnight.

Carleton Stone Album Release

by Carleton Stone

Carleton Stone finally returns to his namesake venue, The Carleton, to celebrate the release of his new Midnight Rose album on Sunday, October 18th. Show time is a civilized 7 PM and tickets are $30 + HST. Carleton…

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…

Loreena McKennitt @ Rebecca Cohn Auditorium

by Loreena McKennitt

Loreena McKennitt @ Rebecca Cohn Auditorium

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!

Estuary / Constantinople – Kiya Tabassian, Ablaye Cissoko, Patrick Graham

by Constantinople

Come and share a magical moment as the setar, kora, and percussion intertwine, creating music that soothes the soul. Doors open at 7 pm. The estuary, a place where freshwater meets saltwater, evokes passage, renewal,…

Kyle

by The Old Triangle – Halifax

Opening Reception: Dancing With the Land

by Treaty Space Gallery

Opening reception at the Treaty Space Gallery (NSCAD University) for Dancing With the Land. Free and open to the public.

Opening receptions: Amandine Luthi; Alicia Acker; Aly Nemeth; Nathan Levig

by Anna Leonowens Gallery

Opening receptions at the Anna Leonowens Gallery (NSCAD University) for exhibitions by Amandine Luthi, Alicia Acker, Aly Nemeth, and Nathan Levig. Free and open to the public.

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm

by Bearly: a Trivia

Bearly: a Trivia 6pm

Vibe Coding Meetup

by Volta

Join us for this months Vibe Coding Meetup!

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 .…

Goodwill Trivia Mondays (Click For Reservations)

by Good Robot Brewing – Robie St. Taproom, Store & Beer Garden

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 .…

Lecture: Heritage Lost: The Capitol Theatre

by Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia

Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia public lecture in the Heritage Lost series, at the Museum of Natural History auditorium.

Free Movie Mondays: The Lost Boys

by Queen's Marque

Cult 80s vampire classic The Lost Boys, screened free outdoors. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdqwVoKFgBT/ (@parkvideo)

Halloween Paint & Sip – Ghostly Pet

by Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom

Paint a ghostly version of your pet at this Halloween-themed Paint & Sip. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRhZ5eDMur/ (@coastalpigments)

General Trivia w/ Abhishek – Oct 19

by Propeller Quinpool Tap Room

Abhishek’s hosting general trivia at Propeller Quinpool—bring your crew and test your random knowledge over a cold one. Chill vibes, nerdy fun, and bragging rights await.

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