The latest news from the city.
The Annapolis Valley is in full harvest season, with u-pick orchards, wineries and cideries making it a classic autumn day trip from Halifax. This post covers what's on through October and the Halifax-based options for getting there.
Water Polo, the Bertossi Group's Riva-inspired seafood restaurant on Halifax's Waterfront, is open most days from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM with a weekend brunch. A look at the Barra Cruda, the mains, the cocktails and the group behind it.
A guide to the Halifax Tides FC match against Roses de Montréal FC on October 17 at The Wanderers Grounds, covering ticket prices, the C$10 Garrison Grounds parking, fan activities, entry rules and a background on the club.
Halifax Seed Company is a family-run seed and garden supply shop founded in 1866. It sells vegetable, herb and flower seeds, along with tools, fertilizers, grow lights and lawn care products. The Halifax store is at 5860 Kane Street.
A guide to the Halifax Tides FC home match against Montréal Roses FC on 17 October at the Wanderers Grounds, with ticket prices from C$25.56, venue accessibility, squad details and the CBC Fan Appreciation experience.
The 2026 Stanfield Conversation on Democracy, "After the Rupture: Democracy and Diversification in a Post-liberal World," takes place October 15 at 7 p.m. at the Joseph Strug Concert Hall. In-person seating is sold out, but a free livestream with ASL and French translation is available.
Halifax Tides FC host Montréal Roses FC at the Wanderers Grounds on October 17, 2026. CBC Nova Scotia will be on site with a 360 photo booth, prizes and fan activities.
A look at The Stubborn Goat Gastropub on Argyle Street, known for its upscale Nova Scotian comfort food, famous mac 'n' cheese, and weekend brunch. Covers hours, gluten-free options, and a local discount for ticket holders.
The 30th Celtic Colours International Festival runs October 9–17, 2026, with 52 concerts and more than 250 events across Cape Breton. Here are some of the concerts, workshops and community gatherings on the programme.
Bike Again! is a volunteer-run bike repair and reuse shop on Charles Street in Halifax. It offers DIY repairs, workshops, donated-bike reuse, mobile services and inclusive learning sessions, with evening and selected Sunday hours.
