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$42Fri, Oct 9, 7:30 p.m.
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening
The Bus Stop Theatre
Musical
$15Fri, Oct 9, 8:00 p.m.
HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band
The Carleton
Country
$5Fri, Oct 9, 10:00 p.m.
FOMO FRIDAY
The Dome Nightclub
DJ Set
$11.98Fri, Oct 9, 10:00 p.m.
SEVENTY2 WEEKEND
UNKNWN Lounge
Bar
$51.75Sat, Oct 10, 11:00 a.m.
Ms. H Terrarium
1226 Hollis Street
Craft
$10Sat, Oct 10, 12:00 p.m.
Saturday Drag Brunch
Stardust Bar + Kitchen
Drag
Friday, October 9
- Electronic
5:00 PM – 11:45 PM
Bleep In The Dark – Hermit (BC)
by Bleep In The Dark
RadStorm · 2177 Gottingen StFreeElectronicExperimentalDj Set - Live Music
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeBarLive MusicBluesWeekly - Celtic
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Putnam Family
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
A lively instrumental trio rooted in Nova Scotia’s rich musical traditions. The fun this family trio has together shines through at every show. Alycia Putnam & Family is a lively instrumental trio rooted in Nova…
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCeilidhCelticFamily FriendlyPub - Film Screening
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
September Songs – The Music of Kurt Weill
by Carbon Arc Cinema
Screening times: Friday, October 9, 6:30 PM - director attending! Larry Weinstein | Canada | 1994 | 92m Filmmaker Larry Weinstein stages a wide range of performances in tribute to the compositions of Kurt Weill.…
Carbon Arc Cinema · 1747 Summer StreetFreeFilm ScreeningFilm 
Literary7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Poetry Night! Jaime Forsythe, Conyer Clayton, and Lisa Richter!
by Jaime Forsythe, Conyer Clayton, and Lisa Richter
Three Canadian poets from Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax read from their recently released collections. All are welcome. Books for sale by King's Co-op Bookstore.
Trident Booksellers & Cafe · 1256 Hollis StreetFreeLiteraryPoetry- Live Music
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tiny Church Concerts: Matthew Joel
by Matthew Joel
Part of the Tiny Church Concert Series — an intimate Friday-evening concert at the historic Little Dutch Church (built 1756), the second-oldest building in Halifax. Doors 6:40 pm, music at 7 pm; sets run about an hour.…
Little Dutch Church · 2393 Brunswick StreetFreeLive MusicAcousticIntimatePay What You Can 
Musical7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
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 des
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen Street$42MusicalTheatreRock- Live Music
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
The Martin Boys
by The Martin Boys
The Martin Boys live at The Seahorse Tavern, Halifax. Doors and showtimes via the venue. Presented at 2037 Gottingen.
The Seahorse Tavern · 2037 Gottingen StreetFreeLive MusicFolkBar 
Jazz8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Caito Macdonald Trio
by Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar
Caito Macdonald is a percussionist and composer from Dartmouth, NS. Caito’s musical style is rooted in the jazz tradition, and he performs at various jazz gigs around Halifax. Caito’s trio plays every Friday at the…
Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar · 1662 Barrington StreetFreeJazz- Comedy
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Travis Lindsay
by Travis Lindsay
Stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax headlined by Travis Lindsay. Show at 8:00 PM. 19+.
Yuk Yuk's Halifax · 1665 Argyle StreetFreeComedy19 Plus 
Country8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band
by HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band
Nova Scotian acts HIRTLE and the Ryan Harvey Band co-headline a night of original country and bluegrass music at The Carleton on Friday, October 9th. Seated and standing show.
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$15CountryLive MusicBar- R&B
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
The Mellotones
by Pacifico
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, the R&B Funk band is an 8-piece powerhouse. From weddings to…
Pacifico · 5171 George Street$12R And BFestival - Bachata
8:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)
by Dancing HFX
Haliente | SBK+ Social ($15 Cover inc drink)
Haliente · 1678 Barrington St$15BachataWeeklyMake Friends - Live Music
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Cameron Nickerson
by Cameron Nickerson
Cameron Nickerson — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus 
DJ Set10:00 PM – 3:30 AM
FOMO FRIDAY
by The Dome Nightclub
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.…
The Dome Nightclub · 1740 Argyle Street$5Dj SetBarHigh EnergyWeekly- Celtic
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
FiddleStix
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCelticPub 
Bar10:00 PM – 3:30 AM
SEVENTY2 WEEKEND
by DETTY & WUK
Three nights. Three experiences. One unforgettable Thanksgiving Weekend in Halifax.
UNKNWN Lounge · 1737 Grafton Street$12Bar
Saturday, October 10
Martial Arts9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Valour Series Jiu Jitsu: AUTUMN OPEN
by Valour Series Jiu Jitsu
Valour Series presents our final open tournament of 2026. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Submission Grappling on October 10 2026, at the prestigious Halifax Exhibition Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia! You'll be pleased to find…
Halifax Exhibition Centre · 200 Prospect RoadFreeMartial ArtsTournamentCompetitive
Painting9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Watercolour Breakfast - guided watercolour painting class (October 10)
by Yulia Cheprasova
Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
East cup cafe · 1936 Robie StreetFreeWorkshopPainting
Craft11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ms. H Terrarium
by Ms. H Studio Flower & Balloon
Ms. H Terrarium at 1226 Hollis Street.
1226 Hollis Street · 1226 Hollis Street$52CraftWorkshop
Brewery12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up at the Good Robot Commons Beer Garden
by Good Robot Brewing Co.
Looking for a pumpkin patch in Halifax without the drive out of town? The Patch Pumpkin Farm from Milford, NS is bringing the farm to us. They’re setting up at…
Good Robot Brewing Co. · 2736 Robie StreetFreeBrewery
Drag12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Saturday Drag Brunch
by Stardust Bar + Kitchen
Come out and see some amazing performances with regular rotating hosts Mya Foxx and Elle Noir! ***PLEASE RESERVE TICKETS FOR YOUR ENTIRE GROUP IN ONE BOOKING OR YOU WILL NOT BE SEATED TOGETHER.****Join Us at Stardust…
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · 1688 Barrington Street$10DragBarWeekly- Waterfront
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Turkey Bowl — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Turkey Bowl — Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron
Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron · 376 Purcells Cove RoadFreeWaterfront 
Library2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Creative Studio DIY Drop-in
by Halifax Public Libraries
Drop by our open studio times and settle in with an independent project of your choosing. We have a wide variety of state-of-the-art technology and creative equipment, including 3D Printers, Cricut cutters, sewing…
BMO Community Room - 2nd Floor Halifax Central Library · 5440 Spring Garden RoadFreeLibraryWeekly
Craft2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Open Craft & Passive Puzzle Lounge
by Nourish - Offline Social Club
Open Craft & Passive Puzzle Lounge at Halifax Central Library.
Halifax Central Library · 5440 Spring Garden RdFreeCraftLibraryDrop In- Live Music
3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
dialtone show
by dialtone
RadStorm · 2177 Gottingen StFreeLive MusicHigh Energy 
Library3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom
by Halifax Public Libraries
Come and watch the electrifying Mad Scientist from Mad Science in this energetic and spectacular event. Experience explosive pops, mesmerizing bursts, and dazzling chemical reactions that showcase the power of science.…
BMO Community Room - 2nd Floor Halifax Central Library · 5440 Spring Garden RoadFreeLibrary- Live Music
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
J.A.G. Matinee
by J.A.G.
J.A.G. Matinee — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus 
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Daniel Lanois @ Rebecca Cohn Auditorium
by Daniel Lanois
Daniel Lanois at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium at 2026-10-10T20:00:00-0300
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · 6101 University AvenueFree
Board Games5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
MtG: Casual Commander – Oct 10
by Brewed Battles
Join us on Saturdays at 6pm for a few rounds of casual commander. No stress; beginners are always welcome! Tickets and details on Eventbrite.
Brewed Battles · 2959 Oxford StreetFreeBoard Games- Film Screening
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Late Fame
by Carbon Arc Cinema
Screening times: Saturday, October 10, 6:00 PM Friday, October 23, 6:30 PM Kent Jones | USA | 2026 | 97m A forgotten New York poet rediscovers his artistic passion after befriending an eccentric group of young creatives…
Carbon Arc Cinema · 1747 Summer StreetFreeFilm ScreeningFilm - Pub
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Jerry MacPhee
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreePub - Competitive
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Drummondville Voltigeurs
by Halifax Mooseheads
QMJHL regular season hockey: the Halifax Mooseheads host the Drummondville Voltigeurs at Scotiabank Centre.
Scotiabank Centre · 1800 Argyle StreetFreeCompetitiveHigh EnergyFamily FriendlyBig Group Ok 
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Zachari Smith
by Zachari Smith
Zachari Smith and Jeff Gay at Seaforth Community Hall at 2026-10-10T19:00:00-0300
Seaforth Community Hall · 6060 highway 207Free
Musical7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
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 des
The Bus Stop Theatre · 2203 Gottingen Street$42MusicalTheatreRock
Immersive7:30 PM – 8:50 PM
Actual Wizard – Live Magic Show at the Maritime Conservatory
by Vincenzo Ravina
As seen on Penn and Teller: Fool Us, and winner of the Audience Choice Best of the Fest Award at the 2025 Halifax Fringe Festival “Beautifully done.” – Penn Jillette, Penn and Teller “Truly remarkable magic.” – Mark…
Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts · 6199 Chebucto Road$28Immersive
Live Music8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Aaron MacDonald Band
by Aaron MacDonald Band
For his return to The Carleton on Saturday, October 10th, Aaron MacDonald will be joined by a hand-picked lineup of seasoned players for a set that leans into the rootsier side of his songwriting. With room for both…
The Carleton · 1685 Argyle Street$30Live MusicBarIntimate- Comedy
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Travis Lindsay
by Travis Lindsay
Stand-up comedy at Yuk Yuk's Halifax headlined by Travis Lindsay. Show at 8:00 PM. 19+.
Yuk Yuk's Halifax · 1665 Argyle StreetFreeComedy19 Plus 
Metal8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms @ Gus’ Pub
by Morbid Entertainment
Get ready for a wild night at Gus' Pub with The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms live in person! The Animal Warfare Act debuts in Halifax Oct 10 th with local giants, Xenoforms and Iron Wing. $15 advance at Gus’ Pub.…
Gus’ Pub · 2605 Agricola Street$15Metal- Kizomba
8:00 PM – 11:55 PM
The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)
by Dancing HFX
The Third Beat | Kiz Me More ($5 Social)
The Third Beat · 5678 West St$5KizombaWeeklyMake Friends - Film Screening
8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Thrills and Chills: Crash
by Thrills and Chills
Screening times: Saturday, October 10, 8:30 PM David Cronenberg | Canada | 1996 | 112m The strange allure of the auto collision provokes a human fascination with death and the tendency to eroticize danger. For a select…
Carbon Arc Cinema · 1747 Summer StreetFreeFilm ScreeningFilm - Metal
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
80's Hair Metal Night feat. Wilberforce
by Wilberforce
80's Hair Metal Night feat. Wilberforce — live at The Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax.
The Marquee Ballroom · 2037 Gottingen Street$15MetalLive MusicBar 
Drag9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
JOEY JAY • HALIFAX
by TFD Presents
Joey Jay (RuPaul's Drag Race) live in Halifax at Backlot HFX.
Backlot HFX · 2103 Gottingen StreetFreeDragLgbtq+Bar- Live Music
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Brickworks
by Brickworks
Brickworks — live at Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs, Halifax.
Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs · 1579 Grafton StFreeLive MusicBar19 Plus 
Bar9:30 PM – 2:00 AM
VIVID : NEON & FÊTE
by EVOLUTION SOUNDS ENTERTAINMENT Ltd.
VIVID returns with Glow in the Dark Carnival Madness — transforming the venue into a neon-fueled Caribbean paradise! ✨
Locas Bar & billiards · 3200 Kempt Rd$12Bar
DJ Set10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Certified Saturday
by The Dome Nightclub
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…
The Dome Nightclub · 1740 Argyle Street$5Dj SetBarHigh EnergyWeekly- Celtic
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
FiddleStix
by The Old Triangle – Halifax
The Old Triangle · The Old TriangleFreeCelticPub
Sunday, October 11
Market10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spooky and Scary Halloween Market
by Discover Halifax
Join us Sunday, October 11th for our 6th Annual Halloween Market at the Spryfield Lions Rink! Want to be a vendor? We still have openings left! (Apply using the link in our bio) Come support local small businesses and…
Spryfield Lions Rink · 111 Drysdale RdFreeMarketHalloween
Trivia12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Buzzer Trivia at The Old Triangle
by Halifax Games & Social
Buzzer Trivia at The Old Triangle at The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse.
The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse · 5136 Prince StFreeTriviaPubWeekly
Board Games1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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!
The Board Room Game Cafe · 1256 Barrington Street$10Board GamesFamily FriendlyCafeWeekly