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.

It's that time of year once again - the Downtown Halifax Holiday Gift Guide is back!

In this 72-page Gift Guide, you'll find tons of local gift ideas from over 100 shops, restaurants, attractions, and more from around the Downtown Halifax and Spring Garden areas.

The lights are starting to twinkle, the decorations are going up, and the festive spirit is beginning to fill the air. The holiday season is officially arriving in Downtown Halifax!

Looking for one-of-a-kind gifts? Delicious holiday feasts and treats? Bright, cheerful lights? Or perhaps festive shows and live music? You'll find all that and more in Downtown Halifax!

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. 

Don't miss the Fall Abstract light projection show running nightly from dusk to 11 pm. 

November may be known for its grey, blustery days, but don't let your mood match the weather! November is filled with an abundance of exciting events that lead into the holiday season.

Check out our rundown of things to do this November in Downtown Halifax. Make sure you grab a pen and mark your calendars, as you won't want to miss any of them!

Wondering what's happening Downtown this November?

Keep up to date with our online Events Calendar.

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.