Start making plans for Open City 2024 taking place Saturday, May 11!
During this annual celebration of the small, local businesses that make our communities vibrant and welcoming, businesses will be rolling out their welcome mats and offering special promotions, treats, activations, and more.
Scroll down to see all the Downtown Halifax businesses that are participating in Open City this year.
Follow & contribute to the celebration on social media by following @OpenCityHFX on Instagram and Facebook.
For more information about Open City and to see ALL the participating businesses, click here.
Participating Downtown Halifax Businesses
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Ambassatours Gray Line | Harbour Hopper Tours - 1751 Lower Water Street
Save 20% on all Harbour Hopper Tours during Open City 2024.
Use promo code OPENCITY20 at checkout.
All aboard Halifax's most popular boat tour – the Harbour Hopper Tour - a fun, fast-paced adventure by land and sea! From your seat aboard this impressive, retrofitted military vehicle, you'll have unparalleled views of Halifax’s most noteworthy sites, beautiful landscape, and historic and modern architecture. Your knowledgeable and very entertaining guide will share historical facts and lesser-known stories about Halifax and will keep you somewhat entertained with the occasional knee-slapper. From the winding streets of Halifax, your adventure continues as you SPLASH into the Halifax Harbour. Your driver is now your Captain, and there’s more to explore so keep your camera ready for unique photo opportunities of our active harbour, Georges Island National Historic Site, the Halifax Waterfront, and more. This award-winning, fully narrated amphibious tour is one you won’t soon forget! Tours depart/return from 1549 Lower Water Street, Halifax.
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Another Shop - Queen's Marque, 1715 Lower Water Street
Tax-Free Shopping Store-Wide & Sidewalk Sale. Visit us on the waterfront at the Queen's Marque! We can't wait to see you.
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Argyle Fine Art - 1559 Barrington Street
Meet & Greet ARTISTS!
Two new shows will OPEN during OPEN CITY. Pop by to be the first to see new paintings by emerging artist Caileigh Lambie. Also, check out the latest body of work by artist Heidi Holloway in her show of new paintings called "The Size of Life" Both artists will be here from 1:30-3:30pm, with refreshments available while supplies last.
We'll have a FREE DRAW for a Mother's Day gift pack.
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Art 1274 Hollis Street - 1274 Hollis Street
Our gallery offers original art work from 22 local artists and artisans. Paintings, jewellery, pottery, fibre art and infused glass. Will have light refreshments and giveaways to welcome visitors.
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 - Halifax Seaport, 1055 Marginal Road
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Captured Escape Rooms - 1684 Barrington Street
15% off bookings on May 11th!
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Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) - 1546 Barrington Street
11 am to 2 pm
Drop in for FREE face painting and balloon animals, a fun sucker pull, Downtown trivia, and special treats from Freak Lunchbox. Fun for all ages!
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East Coast Lifestyle - 1099 Marginal Road, Halifax Seaport
30% Everything *almost* all weekend!
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Garrison Brewing Company - Seaport Taproom, Halifax Seaport, 1149 Marginal Road
12 PM - 4 PM: Beer Sampling, Soda and Beer Ice Cream Floats!
12 PM - Sell Out: Buddy's Deli Pop Up!
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Halifax Bra Store - Brewery Market, 1496 Lower Water Street
We can support women one fit at a time!
Free gift for coming by shop during Open City for a bra fitting. No purchase necessary. (Value $20)
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Halifax Circus - 1479 Barrington Street
Come by and see what makes Halifax Circus the Circus Centre of the Maritimes.
It's a great opportunity to ask questions, and see our students and teachers practicing and demonstrating aerials, unicycling, acrobatics, tightrope, juggling, and many other circus skills.
Saturday, May 11, 5:30-7:30 pm
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Halifax Gallery Hop - Various Locations
Join participating galleries for a day of art and special events. List of participating galleries in Downtown Halifax coming soon. Downtown galleries include:
- Argyle Fine Art
- Art 1274 Hollis
- Teichert Gallery
- The Prow Gallery
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Halifax Waterfront - Foundation Wharf
Bring your pups down to the Halifax Waterfront for Open City!
Wet Nose Images will be taking FREE dog portraits from 11 am - 3 pm up on Foundation Wharf (behind Salt Yard kiosk area).
They’ll be accompanied by the SPCA collecting donations and Bailey’s Barkery, selling tasty treats for your furry friends.
Also on Foundation Wharf, the East Enders will be performing all of your favourites, from 12 - 3 pm. Some of our seasonal businesses will be open and it should be a great day on the Waterfront!
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Heartwood by the Sea - Salt Yard, Halifax Waterfront, Lower Water Street
Back Door Takeout: Heartwood Bowls - $15
Now open on the Halifax Waterfront for the season! Join us to celebrate and get your Heartwood Bowl
11 am - 5 pm
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HFX e-Scooters - Halifax Waterfront, 1549 Lower Water Street
We're offering 15% off all e-scooter rentals to allow people to explore as much of the city as possible!
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I Heart Bikes - Halifax Waterfront
WE HEART TREES! Free Tree Seedlings while supplies last. One per person.
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Lilac and Thistle - Brewery Market, 1496 Lower Water Street
Pop by for a FREE gift with purchase.
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Market Price - Bishop's Landing, 1477 Lower Water Street
25% OFF Market Price Merchandise
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Mountain Equipment Company - 1550 Granville Street
Free bike safety checkups, an extra mark down of clearance clothing, and free samples of dehydrated camp meals.
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Neptune Theatre - 1593 Argyle Street
Neptune Theatre Theatre School students will be doing performances throughout the day. Everyone is welcome to stop by for some fun, lively entertainment.
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Rousseau Chocolatier - 5151 South Street
Soft Serve ice cream POP-UP!
What could be better than Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Sundae?!
All made from scratch - $7.75 + tax
Or try: Strawberry Rhubarb (vegan) & Vanilla Bean in a cone or cup
- Reg size: $5.75 + tax
- Kiddie size: $3.75 + tax
Available as a twist or just the one flavour.
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Sketti & Ball - 1584 Argyle Street
Signature Meatballs with Tomato Sauce.
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Spirit Spa - 5150 Salter Street
Tax Free Retail (select brands).
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Spontaneity Improv Company - Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
Spontaneity Improv will be offering free improv drop-in throughout the day and spontaneous performances around Light House Arts Centre.
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Terra Cafe - Brewery Market, 1496 Lower Water Street
$1 Drip Coffee and great retail deals!
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Teichert Gallery - 1723 Hollis Street
Spring Group Show: Teichert Gallery will be hosting a collection of works from maritime artists represented by Teichert Gallery. This event will be in conjunction with the Halifax & Bedford Gallery Hop.
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The Curio Collective Halifax Vintage Show - Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
For Open City we will be offering FREE retro MOM tattoos on Saturday while supplies last! (No admission or purchase necessary)
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The Prow Gallery - Bishop's Landing, 1479 Lower Water Street
Create a Mother's Day card with gallery artist Farah Niarad.
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The Waterfront Warehouse - Halifax Waterfront, 1549 Lower Water Street
A dozen local oysters shucked on the half shell for $24 from 12 - 6 pm
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World Tea House - 1592 Argyle Street
10 minute $10 speed Tarot Readings
See all the businesses participating in Open City Halifax 2024 here.
Stay up to date with everything happening for Open City by visiting opencityhfx.com and by following @OpenCityHFX on Instagram and Facebook.
#OpenCityHFX
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