The latest news from the city.
Nova Scotia venues are hosting tribute events and retrospectives ten years after The Tragically Hip's final concert on August 20, 2016. The CBC airs a documentary screening on August 22, and the post covers the band's history and the local venues involved.
The City of Laughs Comedy Festival debuts in downtown Dartmouth from September 24 to 27, with 18 to 24 Atlantic Canadian comics and Mary Walsh presenting the first Mary Walsh Comedy Award. Applications close August 31; the full schedule and tickets arrive in early September.
Plan a late-summer berry outing from Halifax with U-pick blueberries and raspberries in the Annapolis Valley. The guide includes current 2026 hours, prices and practical details for Blueberry Acres, Vital Berry and Reimer Gardens, plus nearby seasonal farm stops.
Books and Backroads returns for its fourth season, pairing Nova Scotia's independent bookstores with its scenic drives. The CBC-backed series features a curated reading list of local authors, radio discussions and community events across the Maritimes.
CBC's Short Film Face Off returns for its 19th season on August 29, with nine Canadian short films spread across four Saturday nights on CBC TV and CBC Gem. Viewers vote online for the winner, who receives a C$30,000 Telefilm Canada award toward their next film.
The 19th season of CBC's Short Film Face Off, produced in Halifax, runs on Saturdays from August 29 to September 19 at 9 p.m. AT. Nine Canadian short films compete for a C$30,000 Telefilm Canada award decided by an online audience vote, all available on CBC Gem.
Yu Yo combines professional craft supplies, stationery and ceramics with rare loose-leaf tea at Halifax’s Brewery Market. This post covers its products, atmosphere, workshops and location.
Sketti & Ball Co. serves fresh in-house pasta, house-made meatballs and Italian-inspired comfort food on Argyle Street in downtown Halifax. Recent reviews point to a relaxed atmosphere, patio seating and attentive service, while also noting that individual dishes can vary.
The 10th anniversary rebroadcast of The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration airs Friday, August 22, at 8 p.m. AT on CBC-TV and CBC Gem, preceded by the short film A Beautiful Thing. A list of Nova Scotia screenings is included for those who would rather watch with a crowd.
Summer Jam: The Science of Music takes place August 22–23, 2026, at Halifax’s Discovery Centre. The family-friendly event explores music and sound through a science-focused experience, with sessions running from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
