Downtown Halifax is the urban heart of the Halifax (Kjipuktuk) region. With world-class attractions, hundreds of restaurants, pubs, shops, festivals and events, Downtown Halifax is where people and businesses want to be. 

Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) is a not-for-profit organization that represents the 1600+ businesses located in the Downtown area. We run programs, events, and marketing initiatives to help make Downtown Halifax a better place to live, work, and play.

And just like that, it’s January – the start of a brand new year!

While it’s winter, there’s no need to hibernate. Let’s kick off the new year with a bang and get out to enjoy the exciting events happening Downtown this month!

Embrace the Magic of Winter in Downtown Halifax!

To kickstart your winter fun, we gathered some ideas to help you warm up your winter in Downtown Halifax.

DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN is a series of vivid light installations around Downtown Halifax to brighten up these dark winter nights. 

Make sure to check out the dazzling winter-themed lights in Peace and Friendship Park, the winter-themed window decals and lights along Barrington Street, and the trees wrapped with lights around the Downtown area this winter. 

Wondering what's happening Downtown this January?

Keep up to date with our online Events Calendar.

Brunch. That classic late morning meal that makes Saturdays and Sundays that much more worth waiting for.

Whether it's a full plate of bacon and eggs or just coffee and a muffin, there's certainly no shortage of places to enjoy a delicious brunch in Downtown Halifax. 

Downtown Halifax Business Commission has unveiled Downtown Halifax Vision 2030, a report that identifies the transformational moves that will inform Downtown Halifax’s success for the future.

The four transformational moves we identified are: Everybody’s Neighbourhood, Harbour 365, Entertainment Central, and Move Smart.

Downtown Halifax's Navigator Outreach Program offers direct support to the unhoused and precariously housed population in the urban core.

Before you head Downtown, make your parking plan!

Visit our 'Getting Around' page for everything you need to know about parking in Downtown Halifax, including helpful tips and a list of parking lots and garages.