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The 2026 Downtown Halifax Holiday Gift Guide will help you shop local this holiday season.

2026 Downtown Halifax Holiday Gift Guide

There's a new 28-foot-tall tree in Peace and Friendship Park as part of the DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN winter lighting program in Downtown Halifax.

DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN

What's on this November in Downtown Halifax.

What's on This November in Downtown Halifax

Shop and stroll in Downtown Halifax this fall.

Stroll & Shop this Fall in Downtown Halifax

Enjoy a Ghost Tour at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site this Halloween season.

Celebrate Spooky Season in Downtown Halifax

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Job Posting: Placemaking Manager

Nocturne Art at Night takes place October 15-18, 2026.

Your Downtown Guide to Nocturne 2026

It's October in Downtown Halifax.

What's on this October in Downtown Halifax

Parents and child walking in Downtown Halifax during fall

Fall in Downtown Halifax

band on stage with purple lights

Down to Cheer

two women enjoying a laugh and a drink out.

Down to Savour

two people walking a dog on the waterfront boardwalk

Down to Wander

Two women with shopping bags walking downtown

Down to Treat Yourself

Relaxing in a park in Downtown Halifax is a great way to spend a sunny day.

Parks & Public Spaces in Downtown Halifax

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