The latest news from the city.
A new bodyboarding school has opened in Nova Scotia, and the province's established surf schools at Lawrencetown and Martinique Beach already offer rentals and beginner lessons. This guide covers the best beaches for first-timers and how to book a session.
A guide to the 2026 ceremonies, screenings, exhibitions and learning activities held across Halifax and the wider HRM. It also suggests local resources for continuing the conversation beyond September 30.
A guide to Sea Smoke Restaurant & Bar in Bishops Landing on the Halifax waterfront, covering its menu of Atlantic seafood and sushi, opening hours, reservation details and its role in the local seafood scene.
A family-friendly Halloween guide for Halifax and Dartmouth in October 2026, covering the Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour, the Halifax Paranormal Symposium, the Bluenose Ghosts Festival at Alderney Landing, and museum and waterfront activities for younger children.
The Celtic Colours International Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary from October 9 to 17 in Cape Breton, with 52 concerts across 36 communities. Tickets are on sale now, and the guide covers the Eltuek Arts Centre box office, the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre's festival events and Cabot Trail fall foliage.
The Halifax Oddities Show brings taxidermy, curiosities and macabre collectibles together in a lively multi-vendor event. Here’s what to expect from the recurring show, plus a nearby waterfront museum with its own unusual history.
A guide to a day on the 3.8-kilometre Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, covering the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, the Seaport Farmers' Market, the best seasonal bars and restaurants, and the various harbour tours and sights along the way.
Long Alley Bicycles on Quinpool Road offers bicycle repairs, tune-ups, custom builds, rentals and accessories. This overview covers its service packages, prices, hours, staff and practical extras for Halifax cyclists.
Quebec math rock duo Angine de Poitrine won the 2026 Polaris Music Prize for *Vol. II* and the SOCAN Polaris Song Prize for "Fabienk," becoming the first act to win both. A look at the band, their microtonal sound, their viral KEXP session and the Polaris shortlist.
Waterfront Warehouse serves oysters, lobster, chowder and other East Coast seafood at Halifax’s Lower Water Street waterfront. This overview covers the atmosphere, current prices, hours, recent customer feedback and event facilities.
