Events & Entertainment

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Hope for Wildlife’s Annual Open House is our biggest fundraiser each year, attracting thousands of visitors from all over Canada. Our open house for 2022 will be held on September 10th from 12:00PM to 4:00PM! Get a once-a-year “behind-the-scenes” look at our wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facility with tours...

**** Libraries Release LEGO Eco-City is Sparking ‘Living’ Conversations at the Library Artist & Innovator in Residence Christine Hempel at Halifax Public Libraries A LEGO Eco-City model, training, and workshop program is touring branches of Halifax Public Libraries from now until June 2023. “Live Well Together, Play Well Together” is the theme, and behind the...

**** HRM Media Release  Grand Reunion Finale Weekend   Friday August 26th Matt Andersen and The Big Bottle of Joy Grand Parade | Grand Oasis Stage A powerhouse performer with a giant, soul-filled voice and commanding stage presence, Andersen has built a formidable following the old-fashioned way: touring worldwide and letting his stunned audiences and new devotees...

Making waves for the youth The Lawrencetown Beach Surfer Association held it’s first Kids Surf Competion since the pandemic began, and with 80 registered participants, a fun and busy day was had! Contestants were set in heats by age, ranging from 5 to 16 years old. All contestants won various prizes based on many factors...

**** Info via Halifax Mooseheads Nate has announced his Stanley Cup parade plans for Halifax! Nathan MacKinnon is bringing the Stanley Cup to Halifax and the Parade will be on Sat. Aug. 20th. The parade starts at noon at the Scotiabank Centre. Parade route below...

Chalkmaster Dave is leaving his mark in downtown Dartmouth! The talented 3D chalk artist has been on downtown Portland St in the pedestrian zone for days bringing people to a stop as they check out his work which will make you believe you can reach out and interact with it. He’s been at this for...

**** HRM Media Release Traffic Delays – Parade in Cow Bay ​ Location: Caldwell, Cow Bay and Main roads​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​...

**** HRM Media Release Traffic Delays – Emancipation Run Parade in Cherry Brook ​ Location: Cherry Brook and Loon Lake roads​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​...

**** Alderney Landing Release Alderney Landing is hosting its first large-scale outdoor concert in over two years on Saturday, August 27th April Wine will headline the event, and the evening will start with performances by local rising stars DeeDee Austin and Jody Upshaw. Tickets are free and must be picked up from the Alderney Landing...

**** HRM Media Release Fireworks postponed – Due to the wet conditions we are currently experiencing and the uncertainty of the weather forecast with the potential for fog this evening and combined with a very favourable weather forecast for Sunday, July 31st the Natal Day organizers and the Halifax Regional Municipality have made the decision to...