Events

Image: Better Times Comedy at Good Robot

Thursdays, 8 p.m.

2736 Robie Street, Halifax North End

$15

Better Times Comedy is a stand-up comedy show at Good Robot Brewing (Robie St.) every Thursday. Regular guests include Clare Belford (writer, This Hour Has 22 Minutes), Dan Hendricken (CBC LOL, Halifax Comedy Festival), Travis Lindsay, and Adam Myatt, plus a rotating cast of Halifax and visiting comics. Deals: one rotating $5 tap each week, plus 15% off food, drinks, and retail (tickets excluded). Your Thursday plans just got upgraded. Arrive before 7:30 PM to enter the raffle (Good Robot, Strange Adventures, Taz Records). Show starts at 8 PM. 902-446-1692

Music Bingo

Fri., July 24, 7-9 p.m.

Clayton Park Bar & Grill

278 Lacewood Dr, Halifax Bayers Lake/Fairview/Clayton Park

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FREE

Games + Trivia

Happy #Pride celebrate at Clayton Park Bar & Grill #MusicBingo this week is all #queerartists 🌈🤘🍻 Rock out &WIN! Food & drink specials. No cover. Dabbers provided. (902) 443-7024

The Family Crow: A Murder Mystery

Fri., July 24, 7:30-9 p.m. and Sat., July 25, 7:30-9 p.m.

Chester Playhouse

22 Pleasant Street, Chester Out of Town

Get Tickets

35

Theatre

Puppets! Puns! Murder! The Family Crow: A Murder Mystery is a laugh-out-loud puppet comedy crafted by internationally acclaimed Off-Broadway puppeteer Adam Francis Proulx. When a shocking murder rocks the Family Crow, it’s up to Horatio P. Corvus – Sorter Outer of Murders – to uncover the culprit. Get ready for a feather-raising whodunit that will leave you cawing with laughter. Eat your heart out, Agatha Crowstie! Packed full of intrigue, laugh-out-loud moments, and more crow-themed puns than you believed possible, The Family Crow is a crowd-pleasing, award-winning comedy that will surprise and delight! 902-275-3933

Pride Dance Event 🏳️‍🌈: Halo/Hedon feat DJ Mohammad (SF)

Fri., July 24, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

The Marquee Ballroom

2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax North End

Get Tickets

$35+

2SLGBTQI+, DJ + Dancing, Fundraiser

𝗗𝗝 𝗠𝗢𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗠𝗔𝗗, a legend and versatile powerhouse from the 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲, will make his Atlantic Canada debut delivering his signature high-octane energy as he seamlessly bridges the gaps between underground house, progressive, tech, tribal, and circuit sounds.🔥 Join us this July as 𝗡𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗨𝗦, in collaboration with 𝗩𝗜𝗫, takes over The Marquee and Seahorse Tavern for its first ever 𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹-𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 event for the 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲. 🏳️‍🌈 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝘀, and 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗼 𝗔𝗩. Proceeds from this nonprofit event to benefit the 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲.

Pride Vintage & Craft Market

Sat., July 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Italian Cultural Centre

2629 Agricola Street, Halifax North End

Pay What You Can - Donations to RRANS

2SLGBTQI+, Shopping

Join us on July 25 for our Pride Vintage & Craft Market at the ICCA! Shop from 25+ local queer vendors offering vintage clothing, handmade goods, original art, florals, tarot readings, baked treats, authentic Italian food, and so much more. Celebrate Pride, support local creators, and discover something unique!

Old Town Lunenburg and National Trust for Canada Celebrate Canada's 50th Anniversary of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention

Sat., July 25, 1-5 p.m.

Old Town Lunenburg Celebrate Canada's 50th Anniversary of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention

Old Town Lunenburg, with activities centred on King Street between Lincoln and Cumberland Streets, Lunenburg, NS, Lunenburg Out of Town

Culture + Heritage

On Saturday, July 25, the National Trust for Canada will host a free, family-friendly celebration in Old Town Lunenburg as part of a nation-wide initiative marking the 50th anniversary of Canada signing the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, an international treaty that recognizes and protects cultural and natural heritage places of outstanding value to humanity. This event will be the setting for a double milestone celebration that builds on the recent 30th anniversary of the town's UNESCO World Heritage designation. The public, families, and visitors alike are invited to experience a heritage 'marketplace' of information booths, guided walking tours and interactiv 613-237-1066

Emilio's A Million Chameleons

Sun., July 26, 2-3 p.m.

Chester Playhouse

22 Pleasant Street, Chester Out of Town

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$25 ($12.50 for youth!)

Theatre

Emilio’s A Million Chameleons is a dazzling, heartwarming musical about embracing who you truly are, supporting one another, and letting your inner sparkle shine. Appropriate for ages 4 to 104, the whole family will delight in this puppet-filled romp! Emilio Jr. is determined to carry on his father’s legendary circus act – one that promises a million chameleons performing music, magic, and amazement. But there’s a secret… There aren’t actually a million chameleons. Just one – Juan – using his incredible powers of transformation despite his extreme shyness. For more info on this unique presentation, please visit chesterplayhouse.ca 902-275-3933

Akuko Ifo: Mama's Halloween (Free Igbo Storytelling Night)

Sun., July 26, 5-9 p.m.

Potter Auditorium, Rowe Management Building

6100 University Avenue, Halifax South End

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Free

Culture + Heritage

Ndi Igbo Cultural Association of Nova Scotia (NICANS) presents Akuko Ifo: Mama's Halloween, a free family night of Igbo storytelling, masquerade, music and food opening our 2026 IRI-JI Festival Season. Join elders and the AMARA youth ensemble for tales that carry our culture across generations. Doors 5 PM, storytelling 6 PM. All ages welcome; admission free. Register at luma.com/z1nbl2p7 and bring a friend!

Critique as Gift Crit Club

Sun., July 26, 1:45-4 p.m.

Wonder'neath Art Society

2482 Maynard St., Halifax North End

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$12-17

Art Workshops. Experiences, + Classes

Critique as Gift Crit Club is a pilot program running for three sessions, from May to July 2026. Three artists present their work and other creative participants engage in guided critique. You can present work or participate solely as a responder. A minimum of 8 participants are needed and a maximum of 16 participants can be in attendance, this includes the 3 presenting artists. Facilitated by Laura Bucci and Katherine Diemert. Our intention is to create an environment that supports the artist in doing their best work. Sign up as a responder or a presenting artist. 778-892-3838

Goodwill Trivia Mondays

Mondays, 7-9:30 p.m.

Good Robot Brewing Company

2736 Robie Street, Halifax North End

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Free

Food & Drink, Games + Trivia, Fundraiser

Looking for a Halifax trivia night that does some good? Join Good Robot Brewing at our Robie Street Pub every Monday at 7 PM for Goodwill Trivia Mondays, hosted by local comedian Brad Doiron. Expect general knowledge trivia, weekly prizes, award-winning beer, burgers, and a few special questions tied to the featured nonprofit partner. We donate $1 from every beverage sold during trivia to that week’s cause. Since 2015, Good Robot goodwill programs have raised more than $120,000 for 400+ organizations. Bring friends, family, enemies, or suspiciously smart coworkers. 902-446-1692

Goodwill Trivia Mondays

Mondays, 7-9:30 p.m.

Good Robot Brewing Company

2736 Robie Street, Halifax North End

Get Tickets

Free

Food & Drink, Fundraiser, Games + Trivia

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 below: https://tables.toasttab.com/restaurants/7e1e2677-6675-4743-b046-dcab72f3c07a/reserve?partySize=2&dateTime=2026-04-06T19:30:00.000-03:00 How Goodwill Trivia Mondays Works: We have teamed up with local comedian Brad Doiron to host a weekly trivia series where having a beer helps a neighbour. We donate $1 from every beverage sold during the event directly to the featured nonprofit partner. Expect general knowledge rounds with some special questions related to the cause of the week. 902-446-1692

The Carleton Presents Queen Kong

Wed., July 29, 7-9 p.m.

The Carleton

1685 Argyle Street, Halifax Downtown

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$25+HST in advance and $30+HST at the door

Concerts + Live Music

Canadian Folk Music Award winners Queen Kong bring their fearless blend of klezmer, jazz, and original composition to The Carleton. Led by drummer and composer Lorie Wolf, the Toronto-based sextet transforms centuries-old Jewish musical traditions into bold, contemporary music featuring soaring brass, clarinet, guitar, electronics, and irresistible grooves. Joyful, cinematic, soulful, and unlike anything you've heard before, Queen Kong's live show is a rare chance to experience one of Canada's most original acoustic ensembles in an intimate setting. Seating is limited—advance tickets are recommended. (902) 422-6335

Opera on Trial

Thu., July 30 & 7:30-9 p.m.

The Music Room

6181 Lady Hammond Rd, Halifax North End

Get Tickets

$26 - $44

Concerts + Live Music

Táimid Opera & Music presents Opera on Trial, a courtroom operatic experience questioning, debating, and celebrating the magic of the art form! Whether you love the classics of composers such as Massenet, Puccini, and Offenbach, are drawn to contemporary voices like Messiaen and Nicholas Ma, or are still unsure how you feel about opera at all, this evening invites you to take a seat on the jury and decide for yourself. Directed by Janice Jackson, Opera on Trial will feature singers Charise Pohl, Chloé Dionne, Wilson Aitken, and pianist Greg Myra. +1 902-429-9467

Lie-down Ambient Concert with Rezound

Fri., July 31, 7-8 p.m.

YogaLife

344 Main St, Wolfville Out of Town

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$20/PWYC

Concerts + Live Music

Lie down, close your eyes and spend an hour immersed in live Ambient Music. Using voice, instruments, and electronics, Rezound creates live improvised soundscapes that slowly unfold around you, inviting deep listening, rest, and reflection. At a lie-down event, the music is at its most immersive. As harmonics drift through the room and the ground resonates beneath you, you're invited to experience the space in whatever way feels right - resting, meditating, stretching, or simply listening. Yoga mats available at the Wolfville event. Blankets, pillows, and comfort aids are all welcome. We look forward to sharing this space with (902)680-2008

FC21CA-HFX

Sat., Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

George Dixon Centre

2501 Gottingen Street, Halifax North End

Get Tickets

$50 + HST

Sports, Outdoors, Culture + Heritage

The World's Most Unique Basketball Tournament! FC21CA Is The Only Application Of 1v5 Hoops! Canada's Quest For Its 7th Straight FC21 All World Title Begins In The 6ix! NYC x The FC21 All World Final Await YOU This Upcoming August 29th! You Against The World! No Teammates! Bring Your Game! Open To All Skill Levels: Men | Women | Gender Neutral Teens 14-17 | Adults 18+ Competitive. Inclusive. Participatory. #GetBusy #DoWork #FC21CA #mapleGxNG 902-490-4550

FC21CA-Halifax 2026

Sat., Aug. 1, 12-5 p.m.

George Dixon Centre

2501 Gottingen Street, Halifax North End

Get Tickets

$50 + HST

Sports

The World's Most Unique Basketball Tournament! FC21CA Is The Only Application Of 1v5 Hoops! Canada's Quest For Its 7th Straight FC21 All World Title Begins In Haliwood, Halifornia! NYC x The FC21 All World Final Await YOU This Upcoming August 29th! You Against The World! No Teammates! Bring Your Game! Open To All Skill Levels: Men | Women | Gender Neutral Teens 14-17 | Adults 18+ Competitive. Inclusive. Participatory. #GetBusy #DoWork #FC21CA #mapleGxNG 902-490-4550

Hot Flash Comedy with Syd Bosel

Sat., Aug. 1, 7:30-9 p.m.

Chester Playhouse

22 Pleasant Street, Chester Out of Town

Get Tickets

35

Comedy Etc.

Canadian Comedian Syd Bosel brings her Hot Flash Comedy tour to Chester this August! After years lighting up stages in Vancouver and across BC, Syd Bosel is an award-winning, touring comic. With unfiltered charm and razor-sharp wit, Syd tells tales of her “adult” children, a thousand years of marriage, and other glories of nature. Syd has been heard on CBC’s Laugh Out Loud & The Debaters, and has appeared at Just for Laughs and Jokers Canada. She also earned four “Yeses” Canada’s Got Talent! Her signature style blends raw honesty with hilarious insight, making her a crowd-favourite. Don't miss it! 902-275-3933

Comedy Night at The Woodside Tavern! Feat: Peter Anthony

Sat., Aug. 1, 8-9:30 p.m.

The Woodside Tavern

209 Pleasant Street, Dartmouth Dartmouth

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$20

Comedy Etc.

Woodside Tavern Comedy Night returns with a fresh lineup! Featuring award winning comedian Peter Anthony! Peter originally hails from Pictou, NS. He's opened for the great Jerry Seinfeld, and has been featured on CBC, Just For Laughs, CTV, and comedy festivals around the nation! Get your tickets soon! (902) 463-7618

McNabs Island Guided Tours

Sundays, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through Aug. 23

McNabs Island

Halifax Harbour, Halifax Out of Town

Get Tickets

$20-$40

Nature + Environment, Outdoors, Ship, Sea, + Shore

Join our McNabs Island Guided Tours on Sundays this August. Choose between a heritage or coastal tour. All our tours begin with a 30-minute boat ride departing from Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage. Learn why the Island was important to the Mi’kmaw First Nations, and why the British built several forts there to protect the Port of Halifax. Admire the panoramic views and learn about the endangered barn swallows that live at Fort McNab. Explore the many beaches of McNabs Island and learn why the shoreline is ever changing. Tickets are available via Eventbrite! https://www.eventbrite.com/o/friends-of-mcnabs-island-society-10724104906 902-434-2254

TRADITIONAL CELTIC DUO 'THE CORBIES' PLAY AT SCHOONER FAMILY DAY IN HUBBARDS

Sun., Aug. 2, 1-5 p.m.

Hubbards Community Wharf

20 Yacht Club Road, Hubbards Out of Town

free event, with two paid evening concerts later in Schooner Race Week

Concerts + Live Music

Free outdoor concert on the grass. Who are the Corbies? Eilidh Campbell is a Scottish fiddler and violist now based in Nova Scotia. Her effortless, lyrical playing combines a deep grounding in the Scottish fiddle tradition with a sensitivity shaped by years of performing and recording at the highest levels. Andy Webster is on guitar, bouzouki and vocals. Andy grew up immersed in the Scottish music tradition and carries that deep connection across the Atlantic. His rhythmic, dynamic guitar and bouzouki playing combines seamlessly with Eilidh's fiddling, while his singing draws from the great well of Scots and Celtic song.· 9029731161

SCHOONER FAMILY DAY (at top of Schooner Race Week)

Sun., Aug. 2, 1-5 p.m.

Hubbards Cove Inn & Seaside Cottages

10384 Highway 3, Hubbards West End

free events, with selected paid evening concerts later in the week

Family

The Nova Scotia Schooner Association will be celebrating the 65th anniversary of Schooner Race Week in Hubbards Cove on the south shore from August 2 through 8 this summer. To mark this important milestone, we are inviting the public to join our historic schooners and their skippers on the public wharf for Schooner Family Day, an afternoon of boats, music and refreshments for the whole family on Sunday, August 2 from 1-5pm. Demonstrations, info booths and fun!. Note: event takes place on the Public Wharf, not at the Cottages. See the FB event link for details. 902-857-3201

How to Meet This Moment with Koun Franz

Sun., Aug. 2, 5-6:30 p.m.

St. Andrew's United Church

6036 Coburg Road, Halifax South End

Free

Religion + Faith, Mindfulness + Spirituality, Talks + Lectures

Whether it's our personal lives or the state of the world, at times it can feel like it's all just too much. Instead of teaching a way out, Buddhism teaches us a way into suffering, into unknowability, into the vast complexity of being alive. Join us at 5:00 for a public talk by Koun Franz, Abbot of Thousand Harbours Zen, a Soto Zen community in Halifax. 9024023069

How to Meet This Moment: Talk from Soto Zen priest Koun Franz

Sun., Aug. 2, 5 p.m.

St. Andrew's United Church

6036 Coburg Road, Halifax South End

free

Religion + Faith

Join us in the Lower Fellowship Room for a talk from Soto Zen priest Koun Franz, abbot of Thousand Harbours Zen in Halifax. Whether it's our personal lives or the state of the world, at times it can feel like it's all just too much. Instead of teaching a way out, Buddhism teaches us a way into suffering, into unknowability, into the vast complexity of being alive.

SCHOONER RACE WEEK

Aug. 2-9

Hubbards Community Wharf

20 Yacht Club Road, Hubbards Out of Town

Get Tickets

free events, with two ticketed evening concerts in the week

Culture + Heritage, History Happenings

The Nova Scotia Schooner Association will be celebrating the 65th anniversary of Schooner Race Week in Hubbards Cove from August 2-8. We are inviting the public to join the schooners and their owners on the public wharf for Schooner Family Day, with boat visits and festivities for the entire family on Sunday, August 2 from 1-5pm. Six days of competitive schooner racing between a dozen schooners runs from August 3-8. The race start horn blasts daily at 12:30pm. Our media sponsor Cove FM will announce the race courses and results and boat viewing vantage points. See detailed race schedule: https://www.facebook.com/events/1453366142996923/?active_tab=discussion 902 857 1062

Highlights

Critique as Gift Crit Club

Pride Dance Event 🏳️‍🌈: Halo/Hedon feat DJ Mohammad (SF)

Emilio's A Million Chameleons

Events