• Welcome to Downtown Halifax

    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.

    About Us
  • What's On This January in Downtown Halifax

    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!

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  • Warm Up Your Winter

    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.

    Warm Up Your Winter
  • DELIGHFTUL DOWNTOWN

    DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN is a series of vivid light shows and installations around Downtown Halifax, and includes the beautiful light projection shows on the former Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park and the dazzling winter-themed lights in Peace and Friendship Park. 

    Don't miss the new winter light projection show playing until January 12!

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  • What's Happening Downtown

    Wondering what's happening Downtown this January?

    Keep up to date with our online Events Calendar.

    View All Events
  • Brunch It Up in Downtown Halifax

    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. 

    Make Your Brunch Plans
  • Downtown Halifax Vision 2030

    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.

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  • Downtown Halifax Navigator Outreach Program

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

    Learn more about Navigator
  • Parking in Downtown Halifax

    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. 

    Make Your Parking Plan

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It's January in Downtown Halifax.
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And just like that, it’s January – the start of a brand new year.

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