What's on This November in Downtown Halifax

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

From annual favourites like Hal-Con and the Evergreen Festival to exciting live ones like concerts,  Curling Trials and festive markets, there's something for everyone to enjoy this November. 

Check out our rundown below of things to do this month in Downtown Halifax. 

 

For a full list of events happening this month, visit our online Events Calendar. 

Remembrance Day Ceremonies

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    Remembrance Day takes place on November 11 to commemorate the end of the First World War which ended "at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month" in 1918. 

    If you would like to pay your respects, here are some commemoration ceremonies that you can attend:

     

    Remembrance Day Ceremony, Grand Parade

    The Remembrance Day Ceremony will take place in Grand Parade (1841 Argyle Street) at 11 am. 

    The general public is invited to attend this service to honour and remember all of Canada's Veterans.

     

    Remembrance Day Commemoration, Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

    Starting at 11 am, the 1st Field Artillery Regiment will fire a 21-gun salute at the front entrance of the Halifax Citadel followed by the firing of the noon gun. 

    The Halifax Citadel will be open on November 11 from 9 am - 5 pm, and the Army Museum will be open from 10 am - 2 pm. Admission is free. 

     

    Find more Remembrance Day ceremonies taking place around the HRM here. 

Curling Canada Trials

  • Curling Canada Trials

    Get ready for a high‑stakes  showdown—the 2025 Canadian Curling Trials will take place from November 22 to 30, 2025, at the Scotiabank  Centre.

    This premier event will feature Canada’s top eight men’s and eight women’s curling teams battling it out in a  round‑robin format, followed by playoffs, including for the first time ever a best‑of‑three final series!

    Mark your calendar for what promises to be a thrilling week to see who punches their ticket to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

     

    The festivities don't stop at the sport itself, Halifax Convention centre is going to be the home of 'The Patch“ AKA curling’s party place”! Fans are guaranteed a rockin’ good time, highlighted by a nightly lineup of live entertainment/games and fuelled by a tasty selection of food and beverages. And it is totally FREE to check out!

DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN

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    DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN is back with a new season of "delightful" light projections and installations throughout the Downtown Halifax area, and includes the beautiful light projection shows on the former Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park (corner of Spring Garden Road and Grafton Street). 

    Starting November 7, the light projection shows will run through the holiday season to January 12, 2025. 

     

    Here is a schedule for the November shows:

    November 7-11: Remembrance Day Show 
    Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park, 5:30 - 11 pm

    November 7-14: Fall Show
    Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park, 5:30 - 11 pm

    November 22-December 26: Holiday Show
    Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park, 530-11 pm

     

    DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN also includes other light installations around the city including the brand new, dazzling, 28-foot-tall winter-themed tree and decorations in Peace and Friendship Park, the trees wrapped with lights in Granville Mall, Raymond Taavel Park, and on Bedford Row, the "DELIGHTFUL" Gift Box on the Halifax Waterfront as part of Evergreen Festival, and the wreaths and sparkling snowflake lights on the light poles around the Downtown area. 

     

Hal-Con Sci-Fi & Fantasy Convention

Evergreen Festival

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    Evergreen Festival is back again for another year! 

    This 4-week-long winter celebration of Nova Scotian culture, food, spirits, crafts, and memorable experiences, kicks-off on Friday, November 21. 

    Highlights of the Festival include the Evergreen Market, featuring local vendors selling everything from food and drinks to crafts and clothing; Evergreen Bright, a walkable trail of twinkling light displays and installations around Downtown Halifax; the Evergreen Stage, where you can enjoy live music and entertainment at The BG (Beer Garden); and the Winter Sports Zone where you can try your hand at various outdoor sports.

    The Evergreen Festival until December 14 along the Halifax Waterfront and around Downtown Halifax. 

     

    Learn more about the Evergreen Festival here. 

     

MORE Holiday Events!

Live Music Shows & Concerts

Other Can't Miss Events & Notable Days in November

Wondering what to do this Fall? Check out this rundown of things to do this Fall in Downtown Halifax.

 

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