Public Gardens FREE Sunday Concerts

June 13 - September 12

Halifax Public Gardens Band Shell
All concerts are free of charge to the general public, but all concerts are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions. Concerts are sponsored by the Halifax Regional Muncipality, Atlantic Federation of Musicians and Music Performers Fund. For more information: (902) 490-6776 press #1

Ceilidh on the Cove

August 1

Hubbards

Using Hubbards Cove as a backdrop, various musical groups paly a mix of traditional and local entertainment, Irish dancers, family BBQ, smorgasbord buffet, followed by a gala fireworks display. This event begins at 6pm at Dauphinee Inn.

For more information: 857-1790

Hubbards Cove Days

August 1 - August 9
Hubbards Cove

A celebration of music, entertainment, sporting events and activities for the whole family to add to the quality of life in our community.

For more information: 857-9555

Natal Day Parade
August 2
Downtown Halifax
Join Jamie and Lisa as they participate in the Natal Day Parade!  The LITE 92.9 vehicle will join the fun and excitement!

For more information, visit www.halifax.ca/

Dartmouth Natal Day Races

August 2
Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth

"Baby, we were born to run!" Celebrate Natal Day with an event for the whole family.  Fast Company Running Club invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate.

For more information, click here.

Halifax International Buskers Festival 
August 5 - August 15
Downtown Halifax/Waterfront

The Halifax Waterfront will explode with the sights and sounds of live international entertainment as the Halifax International Busker Festival opens for its 23rd year.

For more information: www.buskers.ca 

Riverport Rum Runners Sea Festival

August 6, 7 and 8

Kraut Point Wharf, Lower LaHave, Riverpoint NS

Family activities, food, prize draws and more!

For more information, click here

Teletoon Most Awesome Summer Tour 2010

August 6 - August 8

Halifax Waterfront
TELETOON brings its programming to life during its annual summer tour, with awesome games to play and fun prizes to be won. Kids can star in their very own music video with the Total Drama World Tour Karaoke Contest, tackle a life-size puzzle challenge with the Johnny Test Lab-O-Mania or try their luck with the TELETOON Spin-To-Win Wheel.

For more information: www.teletoon.com

Halifax Seaport Beerfest 
August 6 - August 7
Seaport, Marginal Road
The 4th Annual Halifax Seaport Beerfest will take place at the Seaport on Aug 6th-7th with lots of great, beer, great food and great fun.

For more information: www.seaportbeerfest.com 

Backstreet Boys in Concert
August 18
Halifax Metro Centre
Backstreet's back in Halifax!

For more information: www.ticketatlantic.com

Halifax County Exhibit

August 18 - August 21

Exhibition Grounds
The Exhibition Grounds, owned by the Middle Musquodoboit Agricultural Society, generate the largest events held in the Musquodoboit Valley.

For more information: www.halifaxcountyex.com 

HS Studio's Lets Hear if for The Girls Charity Bash

August 21 

Pavillion 20 on Marginal Road, Halifax
In support of The Canadian Breast Cancer Association: Live Auction, Live Music & DJ, Food, Cash Bar, Fashion Show by Sweet Pea.

Tickets are $35 each or $350 for a table, all proceeds to be donated to The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
Tickets available at HS Studio Salonspa, 7004 Mumford Road.

Seacoast Trail Arts & Crafts Exhibit & Sale

August 21 - August 22
Sheet Harbour Lions Centre
A variety of fine arts and handmade crafts will be exhibited and sold by local artists and artisans.  Admission is free!

For more information: www.seacoasttrailartsassoc.com 

50 Mile Yard Sale

September 11 - September 12
Musquodoboit Valley

Each year the Musquodoboit Valley Tourism Association hosts the 50 Mile Route of Yard Sales throughout the Musquodoboit Valley.

For more information: www.mvta.net 

Nova Scotia International Air Show

Spetember 11 - September 12

12 Wing Shearwater

In honour of the Canadian Naval Centenary, we are pleased to bring a celebration of technology, skill, history and military appreciation to 12 Wing Shearwater.
For more information: www.nsairshow.ca 

Neptune Theatre Presents: Romeo & Juliet
September 14 - October 17

Neptune Theatre

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Need we say more?

For ticket information: www.neptunetheatre.com 

Easter Seals Drop Zone 
September 17
1801 Hollis & Duke Street
Become a Superheror for Nova Scotians with physical disabilities. Get involved in the Easter Seals Drop Zone! Raise funds in support of Easter Seals Nova Scotia and rappel down the 23-story 1801 Hollis and Duke building in downtown Halifax.

For more information: thedropzone.ca 

Fall for Flamenco Festival 
October 1 - 8
Various Venues
This unique cultural, educational and artistic event enriches the community life of the city and region. Discover the passion.
For more information: www.flamencofestival.ca 

Halifax Pop Explosion 
October 19 - 23
Various Venues
Visit the website for up-to-date information on the festival line up: www.halifaxpopexplosion.com

Hal-Con Sci Fi Convention 
October 29 - 31

A science fiction/fantasy convention open to the public by ticket purchase. A unique 3-day event with VIP special ticket event, workshops, celebrity guest appearances, gaming events(non-gambling), board game tournaments, masquerade/costume ball and much more.

For more information: www.hal-con.com 

Christmas at the Forum
November 5 -7
Halifax Forum
33rd Annual Christmas At The Forum is Canada's largest, longest running and best attended festival of crafts, antiques, food and art.
For more information: www.chirstmasattheforum.com 

15th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights
November 20
Downtown Halifax
The Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights, presented by EastLink and the Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC), will light up the city
once again by winding its way through Downtown Halifax.

For more information: www.downtownhalifax.ca 

21st Annual Victorian Christmas  
November 27 - 28
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Step back in time with an authentic 'Olde-style' Christmas experience for the whole family! With crafts, live music, Victorian games and of course- Father Christmas!

For more information, phone: (902) 426-5080

HRM Christmas Tree Lighting 
November 27
Grand Parade
The HRM Christmas Tree Lighting features Santa Claus, fireworks, live music, a puppet show and a Christmas choir.

For more information: www.halifax.ca/events/HRMEvents.html 

"A" New Year's Eve 2010 
December 31
Grand Parade
Expect a high-energy show again this year! "A" New Year's Eve show will start at 10pm on Dec 31st hosted by Breakfast Television personalities and featuring local favourite talent.

For more information and updates, please call Civic Events Information line (902) 490-6776.