This month: Dance events in Halifax

2026 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

by Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo returns in 2026 with military bands, performers, and artists from around the world. One of the largest indoor shows on Earth.

Waterfront Salsa & Bachata Social

by Amanda's Tide & Tempo Dance Team

Tide & Tempo Dance Team hosts salsa and bachata at the Halifax Waterfront Gazebo: drop-in dance class followed by social dancing with Latin music. All levels welcome, no partner needed. Donations accepted and recommended.

Kizomba in the Fog

by DJ Diego

Late-night Kizomba social dancing (Urban, Tarraxo and Kompa) on the Halifax Waterfront with DJ Diego, after the Tide & Tempo social. Free, no partner required.

Waterfront West Coast Swing

by DJ Spacebar

Waterfront West Coast Swing social dancing with DJ Spacebar and guest DJs, grooving by the ocean every week. Free, no partner needed, all levels welcome.

Waterfront Salsa & Bachata Social

by Amanda's Tide & Tempo Dance Team

Tide & Tempo Dance Team hosts salsa and bachata at the Halifax Waterfront Gazebo: drop-in dance class followed by social dancing with Latin music. All levels welcome, no partner needed. Donations accepted and recommended.

Waterfront Blues

by DalKing Swing

Outdoor blues dancing on the Halifax waterfront with DalKing Swing. All levels welcome, no partner needed.

Waterfront Dancing

by DalKing Swing

Outdoor swing dancing on the Halifax waterfront with DalKing Swing. All levels welcome, no partner needed.

Mercy Dance Competition

by Light House Arts Centre

Mercy Dance Competition — live at Light House Arts Centre, Halifax.

Latin Dance at Manilla Thai Grill

by Abhi

Free Latin social dancing every Wednesday at Manilla Thai Grill: drop-in dance class 7-8 PM, then social dancing (Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, Kizomba) 8-11 PM. 19+ event, all levels, no partner needed.

Waterfront Salsa & Bachata Social

by Amanda's Tide & Tempo Dance Team

Tide & Tempo Dance Team hosts salsa and bachata at the Halifax Waterfront Gazebo: drop-in dance class followed by social dancing with Latin music. All levels welcome, no partner needed. Donations accepted and recommended.

Kizomba in the Fog

by DJ Diego

Late-night Kizomba social dancing (Urban, Tarraxo and Kompa) on the Halifax Waterfront with DJ Diego, after the Tide & Tempo social. Free, no partner required.

Waterfront West Coast Swing

by DJ Spacebar

Waterfront West Coast Swing social dancing with DJ Spacebar and guest DJs, grooving by the ocean every week. Free, no partner needed, all levels welcome.

Waterfront Blues

by DalKing Swing

Outdoor blues dancing on the Halifax waterfront with DalKing Swing. All levels welcome, no partner needed.

Waterfront Dancing

by DalKing Swing

Outdoor swing dancing on the Halifax waterfront with DalKing Swing. All levels welcome, no partner needed.

Hopping on the Harbour

by DalKing Swing

DalKing Swing's Hopping on the Harbour social dance event on the Halifax waterfront.

Latin Dance at Manilla Thai Grill

by Abhi

Free Latin social dancing every Wednesday at Manilla Thai Grill: drop-in dance class 7-8 PM, then social dancing (Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, Kizomba) 8-11 PM. 19+ event, all levels, no partner needed.

Waterfront Salsa & Bachata Social

by Amanda's Tide & Tempo Dance Team

Tide & Tempo Dance Team hosts salsa and bachata at the Halifax Waterfront Gazebo: drop-in dance class followed by social dancing with Latin music. All levels welcome, no partner needed. Donations accepted and recommended.

Kizomba in the Fog

by DJ Diego

Late-night Kizomba social dancing (Urban, Tarraxo and Kompa) on the Halifax Waterfront with DJ Diego, after the Tide & Tempo social. Free, no partner required.

Waterfront West Coast Swing

by DJ Spacebar

Waterfront West Coast Swing social dancing with DJ Spacebar and guest DJs, grooving by the ocean every week. Free, no partner needed, all levels welcome.

Waterfront Blues Dancing

by DalSwing

DalSwing presents free blues social dancing at the Halifax Waterfront (Tall Ships Quay) every week during the summer. Beginner friendly, no partner needed. Free.

Waterfront Lindy Hop Swing

by DalSwing

DalSwing presents free Lindy Hop swing social dancing at the Halifax Waterfront Gazebo every week during the summer. Beginner friendly, no partner needed. Free.

Latin Dance at Manilla Thai Grill

by Abhi

Free Latin social dancing every Wednesday at Manilla Thai Grill: drop-in dance class 7-8 PM, then social dancing (Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, Kizomba) 8-11 PM. 19+ event, all levels, no partner needed.

Kizomba in the Fog

by DJ Diego

Late-night Kizomba social dancing (Urban, Tarraxo and Kompa) on the Halifax Waterfront with DJ Diego, after the Tide & Tempo social. Free, no partner required.

Waterfront West Coast Swing

by DJ Spacebar

Waterfront West Coast Swing social dancing with DJ Spacebar and guest DJs, grooving by the ocean every week. Free, no partner needed, all levels welcome.

Waterfront Blues Dancing

by DalSwing

DalSwing presents free blues social dancing at the Halifax Waterfront (Tall Ships Quay) every week during the summer. Beginner friendly, no partner needed. Free.