The latest news from the city.
The Halifax Oddities & Curiosities Show held its fourth edition on September 19 at the Halifax Exhibition Centre, with more than 120 vendors and around 3,000 visitors. Founder Brandon Dean Matheson says it is the biggest show of its kind east of Toronto and plans a larger edition for October 30.
Monster Comic Lounge on Gottingen Street carries comics, graphic novels, Magic: The Gathering cards, board games and TTRPG supplies. Customer feedback highlights helpful staff, while practical details include curbside pickup, a $$ price range and a 4.7/5 Google rating.
AIFF 2026 runs in Halifax from September 16 to 23, with more than 100 films, filmmaker events and industry programming. Here’s how to use the programme, find the box office and understand the festival’s Atlantic Canadian focus.
AIFF returns to Halifax from September 16–23, 2026, with films, talks, filmmaker events and family programming. Here’s how to explore the schedule, choose tickets and plan your festival week around Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane.
CBC's Short Film Face Off, produced in Halifax and hosted by Amanda Parris, is in its 19th season. Nine Canadian shorts air over four Saturday episodes, with the finale on September 19 and a C$30,000 prize decided by an online audience vote.
The 46th Atlantic International Film Festival runs from September 16 to 23 in Halifax, with Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane as the main venue. A guide to the screenings, awards, special events and ticket options, from the full Festival Pass to the Weekender.
A practical look at Agricola Street Books on Halifax’s Agricola Street, including its used-book selection, buyback policy, atmosphere, events, accessibility, and current hours. The shop also carries cards, gifts, and children’s books.
The Halifax Mooseheads open their 2026-27 QMJHL season on September 19 against the Moncton Wildcats at the Scotiabank Centre. A breakdown of the revamped roster, ticket prices and themed nights, and what to expect at the arena.
A look at the Bluenose II Restaurant at 1824 Hollis Street, a Halifax landmark since 1964 named after the famous schooner. Covers the seafood, Greek and breakfast menu, opening hours, prices and the Digby Scallops it serves.
The 46th Atlantic International Film Festival runs September 16 to 23 at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane in Halifax, with over 100 films, Q&As and panels. A guide to the gala films, ticket options, key dates and the festival's Atlantic Canadian roots.
