Halifax International Fleet Week

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Get Ready for Halifax International Fleet Week 2025! 
 

Halifax is setting sail for an unforgettable celebration—Fleet Week is back, and it's bigger and better than ever! From June 18 to 22, the waterfront will come alive with ships, sailors, and sea-loving fun as Halifax welcomes navies from around the world to our historic port city.

Check out our events calendar to find out what's in store:

Event Schedule

  • Thursday, June 19

    Official Opening – Ringing of the Bell
    •  Location: Museum Wharf (inside the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in the event of inclement weather)
      Time: 11am - 12pm
    Pop up Concert with the Stadacona Band
    •  Location: Queen’s Marque Courtyard
      Time: 12pm - 1:30pm
    Sailor's Specials Commence (June 19-22 inclusive) 
    • Locations: Various venues, restaurants, museums and events throughout the HRM

  • Friday, June 20

    Dragon Boat Race

    Members-only sporting event, open to the public for viewing. Come watch races and cheer the teams on!

    • Location: Lake Banook
      Time: 9am - 6pm
    Honours & Awards
    • Location: HMCS Sackville
      Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Pop up Concert with the Stadacona Band
    • Location: Queen’s Marque Courtyard
      Time: 12pm - 1:30pm
    War of Warships
    • Location: HMCS Margaret Brooke, Tall Ships Quay
      Time: 4:30pm - 5pm
    Ship Tours
    • Locations: TBD
      Time: 1pm - 5pm

    *Valid government issued ID is required. Bags may be subject to a search. Walking access only and please wear footwear appropriate for uneven surfaces and ladders.

  • Saturday, June 21

    Ship Tours
    • Locations: TBD
      Time: 9am - 12pm & 1pm - 5pm

    *Valid government issued ID is required. Bags may be subject to a search. Walking access only and please wear footwear appropriate for uneven surfaces and ladders.

    Kid’s Fun Zone with Bouncies
    • Location: Greens at Salter
      Time: 10am - 4pm
    Presentation from Paul Hegge – General Representative - Consulate General of Belgium
    • Location: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
      Time: 10:30-11:30 am

    Presentation Description: World War I was a truly global war, involving people from five different continents. The British and French Empires were the largest colonial empires at the time, and they led people from all corners of the world. We see this multicultural and transnational diversity reflected in the casualties that fell in Flanders Fields: they were born in at least 116 different contemporary countries. Who were these people and how did they end up in Flanders/Belgium? How were these people commemorated later, and what was the impact of the war experience on those who survived? How can we deal with the shared history of these people in the context of commemorating the First World War?

    Family Fun in the Park

    Music, children’s activities and a live entertainment stage!

    • Location: Ferry Terminal Park, Dartmouth
      Time: 12pm - 4pm
    Pop up Concert with the Stadacona Band
    • Location: Queen’s Marque Courtyard
      Time: 12pm - 1:30pm
    Halifax Wanderers Home Game - DND Appreciation Day
     
    Navy Bike Ride Halifax

    Salt air, scenic views, and a chance to win some great draw prizes at the Navy Bike Ride Halifax!

    Start/Finish Location: Shearwater Fitness and Sports Center
    Distance Options: 6K, 15K, 30K, and 37K routes along the Shearwater Flyer, Salt Marsh, and Atlantic View Trails
    Start Time: 10:00 am (all distances)

    Each participant receives a Navy Bike Ride t-shirt and coin.

    Register at: www.navybikeride.ca

     

    Legacy in Light – a Tribute to Service & Ancestral Mi’kmaw Tradition

    A special Drone Light Show over the Halifax Harbour.

    • Location: Halifax Harbour
      Time: 9:30pm - 10pm

  • Sunday, June 22

    Ship Tours
    • Locations: TBD
      Time: 9am - 12pm & 1pm - 5pm

    *Valid government issued ID is required. Bags may be subject to a search. Walking access only and please wear footwear appropriate for uneven surfaces and ladders.

     

    Halifax International Fleet Week Run

    Join us at the Halifax International Fleet Week Run!

    • Start/Finish Location: CFB Stadacona
      Distance Options: 5K and 10K
      Start Time: 9am (both distances)

    Each participant receives an official chip time, race bib, t-shirt, finishing medal and a chance to win some great draw prizes!

    Register at: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/104047/halifax-international-fleet-week-run

     

    Kid’s Fun Zone
    • Location: Greens at Salter
      Time: 10am - 4pm
     
    The Last Post Ceremony

    Ceremony and unveiling of the reconstituted Last Steps Memorial Arch with the Last Post Association from Ypres, Belgium.

    • Location: Last Steps Memorial Arch
      Time: 11am - 12pm

     

    Family Fun in the Park

    Music, children’s activities and a live entertainment stage!

    • Location: Ferry Terminal Park, Dartmouth
      Time: 12pm - 4pm
    Street Party

    Live music, performances, business specials, street games and more!

    • Location: Portland Street, Dartmouth
      Time: 12pm – 4pm

     

    Pop up Concert with the Stadacona Band
    • Location: Queen’s Marque Courtyard
      Time: 12pm - 1:30pm

Many participating partners will be offering exclusive deals for our visiting and at home sailors during Fleet Week with various deals and discounts. Offers may require the presentation of ID or uniform. Thank you for your service!