The JUNOS are here!

Things to do

We’re so thrilled to welcome the JUNOS back to Downtown Halifax!

JUNOS Week, March 21-24, will be filled with concerts and performances by artists from all over the country in the JUNO Block Party, JUNOFEST, the JUNO Awards, and so much more.

But the fun Downtown starts even before JUNOS Week! With performances by local artists through the MUSIC LIVES HERE Grant and THE BIG SING celebrates CANADIAN MUSIC, the streets of Downtown Halifax will be filled with excitement and music, ready to welcome the big event!

Check out the JUNOS-related events taking place Downtown below.

Some of our Downtown businesses are also offering JUNOS promotions – make sure to check those out below.

For a full list of JUNOS Week events, visit www.halifaxjunos.ca.

Events

MUSIC LIVES HERE Performances

DHBC’s MUSIC LIVES HERE Juno Music Grant was awarded to several Downtown businesses to host local music in their establishment leading up the JUNO Awards.

See below for the schedule!

Until March 16 | Various venues

THE BIG SING celebrates CANADIAN MUSIC

Join us as we sing along to songs by your favourite current and past JUNO-nominated Canadian artists.

March 16 | Light House Arts Centre

JUNO Block Party

The JUNO Block Party Presented by FACTOR will feature a diverse range of Canadian talent and emerging artists.

March 21-23 |  Foundation North Parking Lot, next to the Waterfront Warehouse.

FREE

JUNO Songwriter’s Circle

Presented by SOCAN & FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada, audiences can expect an evening of intimate conversations, unforgettable connections, and stripped-down performances from Canada’s top songwriters.

March 22 | Light House Arts Centre

Honouring Ceremony Presented by Destination Indigenous

Come together to celebrate and recognize incredible Indigenous music and art representing over hundreds of Indigenous cultures thriving within Canada. 

March 23 | Pier 21

2024 JUNO Awards

The JUNOS are coming to Halifax! Hosted by legendary singer, songwriter and pop superstar, Nelly Furtado, watch as the biggest names in music come together at Scotiabank Centre Sunday, March 24.

March 24 | Scotiabank Centre

The JUNO Awards After Party, in support of MusiCounts

Celebrate Canadian music long into the night at the official JUNO Awards After Party, in support of MusiCounts. Proceeds go towards the MusiCounts School Music Funding programs, which help the next generation of great Canadian artists and industry professionals get their start.

March 24 | Grafton Connor Complex

Getting Around

Here are some sustainable transportation initiatives for JUNO Week!

1. Hop on the FREE JUNO EXPRESS shuttle or catch Bus 1360 or 1400 during designated hours:

  • Friday, March 22: 5:30pm to 12am
  • Saturday, March 23: 12pm to 12am
  • Sunday, March 24: 12pm to 12am

See the route map below. 

2. Take advantage of Park and Ride Shuttles at the Sackville and Portland Hills terminals for the JUNOS:

  • Saturday (both locations): 3pm to 12am (last trip leaving downtown at midnight)
  • Sunday (both locations): 3pm to 12am (last trip leaving downtown at midnight)

3. Sail into sustainability with our extended Alderney Ferry Service for the JUNOS weekend:

  • Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 24
    • Last trip departing Dartmouth to Halifax at 1:30am
    • Last trip departing Halifax to Dartmouth at 1:45am

4. Free Maritime Bus shuttle buses from the Halifax Stanfield Airport on Friday, March 22 from 9:30am to 7:30pm. 

Find out more from Halifax Regional Municipality's HalifACT page.

 

 

If you're driving to Downtown Halifax, make your parking plan using our parking information here. 

MUSIC LIVES HERE Grant performances

Don’t forget to check out all the local artists performing at local Downtown Halifax Businesses.

More performances will be posted as soon as they are announced! 

  • March 8

    Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar (1662 Barrington St)

    • 8 - 10 pm | Caito Macdonald Trio

  • March 9

    Bird’s Nest Café (1547 Barrington St)

    • 10 am – 12 pm | Clarinet Richie

  • March 10

    Harvest Clean Eats (1625 Market Street)

    • 11 am – 2 pm | Kayla Mason

  • March 12

    Peace By Chocolate (1741 Lower Water St, Suite 166)

    • 4 – 6 pm |  Hannah Langille

  • March 13

    Peace By Chocolate (1741 Lower Water St, Suite 166)

    • 4 – 6 pm |  Hannah Langille

  • March 14

    HARVEST Clean Eats (1625 Market Street)

    • 11 am – 2 pm | Kayla Mason 

     

    Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar (1662 Barrington St)

    • 8 - 10 pm | Geoff Kennedy

  • March 15

    The Press Gang Restaurant and Oyster Bar (5218 Prince St)

    • 8 - 11:30 pm | Theo MacIntosh

    Barrington Steakhouse & Oyster Bar (1662 Barrington St)

    • 8 - 10 pm | Caito Macdonald Trio

    The Pint Public House (1575 Argyle St) 

    • 9 pm | Lloyd's Money and S.H.A.R.K 

  • March 16

    Bird’s Nest Café (1547 Barrington St)

    • 10 am – 12 pm | Clarinet Richie

    Teichert Gallery (1723 Hollis St) 

    • 11 am - 4 pm (break 1-2 pm) | Sam Wentzell 

    Peace By Chocolate (1741 Lower Water St, Suite 166)

    • 3:30 – 5 pm | Natasha Peach

     

    The Press Gang Restaurant and Oyster Bar (5218 Prince St)

    • 8 - 11:30 pm | Joe Butcher and Adam Driscoll

  • March 17

    KingsPIER Vintage (1549 Barrington St)

    • 4 - 6 pm | aRENYE

Business Specials/Promotions