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10 things to do this fall in Halifax

Summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to. 

If you’re looking for events—theatre, music and more— to keep up the good vibes as the weather cools down, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 things to do this fall in Halifax.

1. Watch a film at the Atlantic International Film Festival

Running from Sept. 11-18, Halifax’s film festival showcases local films as well as national and international titles. It takes place in the heart of downtown Halifax, at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane. Find the full schedule and purchase tickets here

2. Visit Afterwords Literary Festival

This literary festival describes itself as a literary festival for everyone, aiming to be inclusive to even those who feel intimidated by the idea. Founded in 2019 by Stephanie Domet and Ryan Turner, the festival is now celebrating its sixth year. Taking place from Nov. 2-10, it highlights conversations between readers and writers in various genres at locations across Halifax and Dartmouth. 

3. Get dressed up for Hal-Con

It’s “the biggest, geekiest sci-fi convention in Atlantic Canada,” according to Hal-Con’s website. Including a costume contest, swordplay, discussion panel, guest Q-and-A’s and more, Hal-Con takes place from Nov. 8-10 at the Halifax Convention Centre. 

4. Jump back in time for Y2K night

The Seahorse Tavern regularly hosts Y2K nights, consisting of throwback tunes, drinks and dancing. So, throw on your velour tracksuit, grab your $10 ticket and head to Gottingen Street. Next Y2K night is Sept. 21 at 11 p.m. 

5. Get spooked at the Halloween Town Market

The Halifax Brewery Market is open every Saturday with local food, crafts and live music. But on Oct. 19, it will be transformed by pumpkins and spider webs into the Halloween Town Market. Taking place at Keith’s Brewery on Lower Water Street, the market is from 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. Admission is free, and costumes are welcome!

6. Wander around Nocturne: Art at Night

For four nights, the streets of Halifax will be transformed by art, with the goal of changing the way attendees see art and the city of Halifax. Installations include dance, music, visual arts and more, and take place in Halifax and Dartmouth, inside buildings and outside. The festival takes place from Oct. 17-20. A full map and list of projects can be found here

Nocturne NOISEmakers. (Image Credit: Narbir Sharma)

7. Catch a show at Neptune Theatre

Neptune Theatre, the largest professional theatre company in Atlantic Canada, has a fall full of great shows coming up, including A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Winter Moons and Frozen the Musical. Although ticket prices start between $30 and $40, Neptune Theatre also offers pay-what-you-can performances for most of their productions. On the first Tuesday performance, line up at the box office starting at 9 a.m. to snag a pay-what-you-can ticket. 

8. Take a class at Every One Every Day  

Every One Every Day is located in the North End and is a space where members of the community come together to connect, learn and share ideas and skills. They offer classes and workshops on everything from crafting, to music, to language. Classes are open to everyone and free of charge. The schedule can be found here

9. Refresh your wardrobe at the Halifax clothing swap

Taking place in the heart of Dalhousie University in the Student Union Building, this event is happening tomorrow, on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Along with a clothing swap where you can bring your old clothes and find new ones, the event will also host panels and workshops on sustainable fashion. The entry fee is $15 if you bring clothing to swap, and $25 if you don’t. 

10. Attend a ghost tour at Citadel Hill

What better way to get in the fall spirit than to attend a guided ghost tour at one of Halifax’s most historic sites? Ghost tours run throughout the fall and cost about $20 to attend. Feel the chill in your bones as you explore tunnels and prison cells by candlelight, all well learning about true mysteries of Halifax’s past. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite

Ghost tours run throughout the fall at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. (Image credit: Emily Schneider)
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