Events & Entertainment

Municipal service level adjustments – Monday September 19, 2022

**** HRM Media Release Municipal service level adjustments – Monday September 19, 2022 The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the following municipal program and service level adjustments as a result of the provincial holiday in honour of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral service. ​ Solid Waste Collection and Facility Hours ​...

The Halifax Regional Municipality invites residents to participate in two upcoming tree giveaway events

**** HRM Media Release Municipality hosts tree giveaway event The Halifax Regional Municipality invites residents to participate in two upcoming tree giveaway events. Approximately 1,000 trees (500 at each location below) will be offered on a first come, first served basis. A selection of tree varieties will be available, including a limited number of edible...

Lumen Lux with Mizz Anthrope set to fire for Nocturne 2022

**** Info via Lumen Lux Super happy to announce I’ll be returning to @nocturnehalifax and I’ve asked @mizzanthrope_ to join me ???? we have created something special and can’t wait to share catch us @downtowndartmouth at 163 Portland street October 15th show times are 7pm, 8pm and 9pm (More about Mizz Anthrope and Lumen Lux below) ...

Sadly the Windsor~West Hants Pumpkin Regatta is officially cancelled due to a lack of water

**** Pumpkin Regatta Festival Release Sadly the Windsor~West Hants Pumpkin Regatta is officially cancelled   The twinning of Highway 101 at Exit 6/7 (Windsor and Falmouth) and the ongoing issues surrounding the lake has left us with no water to hold the beloved Pumpkin Regatta. Other venues were investigated, but none could support the logistics...

The Hope for Wildlife annual open house took place today showcasing their vast array of wildlife care and treatment they do all year long

The Hope for Wildlife annual open house took place today showcasing their vast array of wildlife care and treatment they do all year long. Multiple guests were also at the event to speak about their role with wildlife including the NS Turtle Patrol, Marine Animal Response Service as well as HRFE and Halifax Mermaids and...

The Fire and Water Festival is back at Alderney Landing

The Fire and Water Festival at Alderney Landing came in with force as multiple acts which included dancing, music, singing and more while a blacksmith put on a display near arts and crafts nearby. The incredible event takes place again tonight from 630 – 930 at Alderney Landing The Fire and Water Festival at Alderney...

NOVA SCOTIA CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL RETURNS

**** NOVA SCOTIA CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL RETURNS – HOSTED BY THE CRAFT BREWERS ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA   The Nova Scotia Craft Beer Festival, hosted by the Craft Brewers Association (CBANS), is set to return to the Halifax scene after a three-year pandemic hiatus.  “2022 is going to be a pivotal year for our Festival.  This...

Dog Fest – Come join us for a fun day! 

**** Info via Event Dog Fest – Come join us for a fun day!  We will be hosting a pet friendly event. Many different Rescues and Vendors will be present. Stop by and visit some pets that will be on site as well as purchase some items from our Pet Vendors. Make sure you stop...

Upcoming job fairs, information sessions and opportunities to work with the municipality

**** HRM Media Release Upcoming job fairs, information sessions and opportunities to work with the municipality   Recruitment is a top priority for the Halifax Regional Municipality. Attracting and retaining talent with the required skills and knowledge to deliver municipal services now and into the future is key to our success. The Halifax Regional Municipality...

The Nova Scotia Harbour Swim was back on the Halifax waterfront to support the United Way Halifax

The Nova Scotia Harbour Swim was back on the Halifax waterfront to support the United Way Halifax This marked the 11th year the Province has organized this incredible event, and the show of support for the 40 swimmers was fantastic. The event was kicked off by a march to the boats lead by the HRFE...