Festivals and Events in Halifax: 2026–2027 Calendar
The festivals, parades, fairs and big annual events of Halifax, month by month. Where the organisers have announced the next dates they are shown with the source; otherwise the usual month is given.
October
Halifax Mooseheads Home Opener
The Halifax Mooseheads season runs from Friday October 23, 2026 to Saturday March 20, 2027 at the Scotiabank Centre.
Halifax Pop Explosion
A music festival and conference focused on emerging and independent artists from various genres.
November
Halifax Holiday Market
Christmas at the Forum in Halifax is a four-day holiday craft show featuring over 300 Atlantic makers.
TD Halifax Jazz Festival Winter Edition
A TD Halifax Jazz Festival Winter Edition event is scheduled for Thursday, November 19th, 2026, with doors opening at 6 PM.
Halifax International Security Forum
The 2026 Halifax International Security Forum will be held in November in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting
The 2026 Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting Event is at Grand Parade next to City Hall, Halifax. It runs from November 28, 2026 to January 10, 2027.
February
Halifax International Boat Show
A large public exhibition showcasing boats, marine products, and fishing gear.
May
Blue Nose Marathon
Join one of Halifax's most anticipated community events, now in its 24th year, featuring a variety of races including the 5KM, 10KM, Half Marathon, and Marathon.
June
Halifax Greek Festival
The Halifax Greek Fest is an authentic Greek festival featuring food, music, and culture, held at St. George's Greek Orthodox Community on Purcells Cove Road.
July
Nova Scotia International Tattoo
The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a summer spectacle in Halifax, with the 2027 edition running from July 1 to July 5.
Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo
The 2027 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a summer spectacle in Halifax, running with one show per day from July 1 to July 5.
Halifax Jazz Festival
The TD Halifax Jazz Festival is the oldest jazz festival and largest summer festival in Nova Scotia.
Halifax Pride Festival
Canada Pride 2027 will run concurrently with the Halifax Pride Festival from July 15-25, 2027, and includes both long-running festival events and new Canada Pride programming.
Halifax International Busker Festival
The 40th edition of the Halifax Busker Festival is a six-day event on the Halifax waterfront over Nova Scotia's Natal Day long weekend.
August
Halifax Seaport Beerfest
Halifax's favourite waterfront beer, cider and RTD festival takes place in the Halifax Seaport, August 12-14, 2027.
Nova Scotia Gaelic Mod
A festival celebrating Gaelic language, music, dance, and culture, though centered slightly outside Halifax.
September
Atlantic Film Festival
The Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) will be held in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The results mention a 2026 edition and a future 2027 edition.
Halifax Oyster Festival
A celebration of Nova Scotia's oyster industry with shucking competitions, food, and drink.
Places in Halifax
Events in other cities
Dates are only shown when the organiser or a news report has published them, with the source linked. Events change: confirm with the organiser before you travel.