Halifax 
The leaves are starting to change colour, so it is time to head out and start enjoying the fall sights and cooler weather. There are still a lot of fun activities around HRM to enjoy and even some activities that only take place in the fall. To get the most from fall, here are the best activities to do this fall in Halifax Metro.
Fall Season Events & Festivals
Nova Scotia Forest Festival
The Nova Scotia Forest Festival is a celebration of all our forests provide. From hands-on demonstrations and activities to the Golden Axe-throwing Tournament, come and enjoy an array of activities in the fresh fall air at Memory Lane Heritage Village! October 3, 2026. Details
Prismatic Arts Festival
The Prismatic Arts Festival is a national, multidisciplinary arts festival that showcases and celebrates innovative work by Indigenous artists and artists of colour from across Canada. Enjoy vibrant, boundary-pushing new works in theatre, dance, music, film, visual arts, media arts, and spoken word this fall in Halifax. September 26 – October 4, 2026. Details
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Halifax Urban Folk Festival
Halifax Urban Folk Festival
HUFF returns for its 17th year from September 27 to October 3, 2026! With shows at The Carleton, The Basement, The Marquee, and RadStorm, performers include Billy Raffoul, Ria Mae, and Chris Murphy (of Sloan), along with Coyote, Elyse Aeryn, Mick Davis, Jah’Mila, Joce Reyome, JP LeBlanc, Lloyd Spiegel, Peter Dreams, Skye Wallace, True Mountain Laurel, and more! Don’t miss this exciting week of music! Details
A Walk in the Park
Join us on September 12 at Cole Harbour Heritage Park for a family-friendly walk-a-thon! Choose from five trail routes (1-13 km) with fun Education Stations along the way. Afterward, enjoy a complimentary cookie and lemonade at the Rose and Kettle Tearoom. Details
The Harvest at Halifax’s Seaport Farmers Market
Spend a day with the family at Halifax’s Seaport Farmers Market where you can peruse a fabulous showcase of local products from local farmers, food vendors, crafters, and artisans. Details
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Our Heritage: Food, Music & Art
Celebrate Nova Scotia’s rich cultural traditions at Our Heritage: Food, Music & Art, a special evening presented by the Cole Harbour Rural Heritage Society and the Helen Creighton Folklore Society. Enjoy a night filled with local food, traditional music, storytelling, art, crafts, and cultural experiences that highlight the province’s heritage. November 12, 2026. Details
Where: Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum, 471 Poplar Drive, Cole Harbour
The Halifax Health & Wellness Show
The Halifax Health & Wellness Show features interactive workshops, expert talks, and live demonstrations on fitness, nutrition, and mental health. Explore exhibitors and products to support your wellness journey. September 26, 2026. Details
Where: Cedar Event Center, 111 Clayton Park Drive, Halifax
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Wine Fair Halifax
Get your tickets for Wine Fair Halifax on October 3, 2026, at the Halifax Convention Centre. Hosted by Cellar Events Inc., this premier lifestyle-themed wine show features over 200 wines from local and international producers, along with a celebration of lifestyle and leisure. 19+. Details
Where: 1650 Grafton Street, Halifax
Nowadays Festival
Nowadays Festival is a music festival that takes place in Dartmouth on October 8 – 10, 2026. Details
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The Sheepdogs
Get ready for a night of rock and roll as The Sheepdogs take the stage at the Light House Arts Centre in downtown Halifax. Known for their signature blend of classic rock, blues, and Southern-inspired grooves, The Sheepdogs bring their high-energy live show to Halifax for an unforgettable Friday night performance. October 16 – 17, 2026. Details
Where: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax
Surfside Studio Tour
Enjoy a drive along the coast and tour the studios of artists in the communities of West Lawrencetown, East Lawrencetown, Three Fathom Harbour, Seaforth, Grand Desert, and West Chezzetcook. Artists and artisans will open their studios and homes to showcase their talent and creativity. September 27, 2026. Details
Merry Murdoch Mysteries in Concert
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive blend of mystery, music, and Christmas spirit as Symphony Nova Scotia brings Murdoch Mysteries to the concert hall. Led by conductor Lucas Waldin and hosted by award-winning composer Robert Carli, the evening features behind-the-scenes stories, festive sing-alongs, and a live orchestral performance accompanying the classic Murdoch Mysteries episode “Sugar Plum Murdoch” on the big screen. November 27, 2026. Details
Cheer on the Halifax Mooseheads
Catch a home game in person at the Scotiabank Centre! Details
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SymphoniCon: Music of Anime
Experience the magic, drama, and adventure of anime through the power of a full orchestra with Symphony Nova Scotia. Led by conductor Lucas Waldin and featuring vocalist Rachel Akiko Ashmore, this concert brings some of anime’s most memorable soundtracks to life. Hear music inspired by favourites including Howl’s Moving Castle, My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Pokémon, Attack on Titan, Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball Z, and more. November 13, 2026. Details
Fall Festival
Celebrate the season with a day of autumn fun at RiverBreeze Farm’s Fall Festival in Upper Onslow, Nova Scotia.
Explore the giant corn maze, visit the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, meet animals at the petting zoo, take a wagon ride, and enjoy more than 30 family-friendly farm attractions. The 2026 corn maze celebrates RiverBreeze Farm’s 25th anniversary and features a “Who Dunnit?” mystery game with clue stations throughout the maze. September 19 to November 1, 2026. Details
Dia de Muertos Market
Celebrate Día de Muertos with Corazón y Raíz at a vibrant Halifax market honouring Mexican culture, tradition, creativity, and community. Explore local makers and small businesses, discover Mexican-inspired art and handcrafted goods, enjoy delicious food, and experience a celebration rooted in the traditions and spirit of Día de Muertos. November 1, 2026. Details
Francofest Halifax
Celebrate and discover the HRM’s Francophone diversity through cultural, literary, sporting, and social events. October 23 to 31, 2026. Details
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Nocturne 2026
See Halifax and Dartmouth come alive with Nocturne: Art of Night. This 4-day immersive artistic experience takes place from October 15 to 18, 2026. Details
Shadows & Light: Barber & Brahms
Discover the resilient brilliance of three composers who transform darkness into radiant, enduring beauty, each in their own unique way: from Brahms’ triumphant breakthrough First Symphony to the glowing lyricism and fireworks of Barber’s Violin Concerto (featuring our former Concertmaster Robert Uchida), and a specially-commissioned world premiere by Canadian composer Matthew-John Knights. October 15, 2026. Details
Fibre Arts Festival
Celebrate the colourful world of Fibre Arts at the Memory Lane. October 17, 2026. Details
Nova Scotia Music Week
Nova Scotia Music Week
Start planning your Nova Scotia Music Week! Music. November 12-15, 2026. Details
Fall Vintage Show
Don’t miss the Curio Collective’s Fall Vintage Show taking place at the Light House Arts Centre on October 3rd & 4th! Details
Women of the Fur Trade
Step into a sharply funny and thought-provoking reimagining of Canadian history with Women of the Fur Trade, written by Frances Koncan and directed by Keith Barker. Blending historical satire with distinctly modern language, the play shifts the focus away from traditional male-centred narratives and explores the power, perspectives, and place of women in Canadian history. September 22 to October 11, 2026. Details
Where: Neptune Theatre, 1593 Argyle Street, Halifax
Jimmy Rankin: Song Dog: 25th Anniversary Tour
Celebrate 25 years of Song Dog as Jimmy Rankin brings his anniversary tour to Halifax. Rankin will revisit the landmark solo album live, performing songs from Song Dog along with favourites from throughout his career. Blending folk, country, Celtic, Americana and rock, the concert celebrates the distinctive sound that helped establish Rankin’s solo career following his years with The Rankin Family. October 30, 2026. Details
ReJigged Festival
ReJigged Festival
ReJigged Festival is celebrating its 17th edition from October 22 – 25, at The Stage at St. Andrew’s in Halifax. The festival showcases Celtic music and dance. Details
James Ehnes’ 50th Birthday Recital
Celebrate acclaimed Canadian violinist James Ehnes’ 50th birthday with a special recital in Halifax as part of his cross-Canada anniversary tour. Ehnes will be joined by celebrated pianist Andrew Armstrong for an afternoon of exceptional chamber music. The program features works by Christian Sinding, Johannes Brahms and Béla Bartók, along with Carmen Braden’s Imaginal for violin and piano. October 18, 2026. Details
Where: St. Andrew’s United Church, Halifax
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
Sink your teeth into a hilariously twisted take on the classic vampire tale with Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors. Inspired by the irreverent comedy of Mel Brooks, this fast-paced 90-minute production transforms gothic horror into a laugh-out-loud theatrical romp filled with wordplay, pop-culture references, outrageous characters, and plenty of bloodcurdling laughs. September 29 – October 25, 2026. Details
Where: Neptune Theatre, 1593 Argyle Street, Halifax
Hawksley Workman
Experience an evening with acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Hawksley Workman as he takes the stage in Halifax. Known for his distinctive mix of rock, pop, folk, and theatrical performance, Workman brings his dynamic songwriting and unmistakable stage presence to the Light House Arts Centre for an all-ages concert. November 6, 2026. Details
Where: Light House, 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax
Hal-Con
Join other sci-fi and superhero fans at Hal-Con to celebrate fandoms and to meet the people who play their favorite characters and who have changed the genres. Even if you don’t attend the event taking place on November 6 – 8, you can spot people in costumes across Halifax during this popular convention. Details
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Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony
Experience the beauty and power of nature through an evening of extraordinary orchestral music with Symphony Nova Scotia. Led by conductor Andrei Feher, the concert opens with Anna Clyne’s energetic Stride, followed by Robert Schumann’s romantic Piano Concerto featuring Swiss-Canadian pianist Teo Gheorghiu in his Symphony Nova Scotia debut. October 29, 2026. Details
Where: Rebecca Cohn, Halifax
Bach, Bach, Bach, & Bach
Explore the remarkable musical legacy of the Bach family in this vibrant concert from Symphony Nova Scotia. Led from the harpsichord by Steven Devine and featuring violinist Renaud Lapierre, the program journeys through generations of the Bach dynasty, from the brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach to the expressive music of Johann Bernhard Bach and Wilhelm Friedemann Bach. November 8, 2026. Details
Where: Halifax United Church, Coburg Road, Halifax
Traditional 1940s Christmas Dinner
Enjoy an authentic 1940s Christmas dinner served by candlelight in the traditionally decorated Cookhouse at Memory Lane Heritage Village on November 14 – 15, 2026. Details
Evergreen Festival
Experience the city come alive with music, light, and joy at the Evergreen Festival throughout the season. November 27 – December 20, 2026. Details
Dartmouth Handcrafters Show
Shop handmade products from over 125 talented local makers. at the Dartmouth Handcrafters Show. November 13-15, 2026. Details
Where: Zatzman Sportsplex, 110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth
Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting Event
Enjoy the lighting of the municipal Christmas Tree, a visit from Santa Claus, fireworks, live music, and fun, kid-friendly activities! Details
Where: Grand Parade, 1770 Barrington Street, Halifax
For a Fun Time
Seven Bays Bouldering
Climbing is always fun, exciting, and fresh at the Seven Bays. This is also a great place to make new friends, share a bite, as well as enjoy a good climbing session. Details
Where: 2019 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Tour the City on an e-bike
If you have never toured the City on electric bikes, fall is a great time to plan one. Details
Family Round-Up
Enjoy a day of adventure at the Hatfield Farm with petting pens, wagon rides, all-you-can-eat hot dogs, unlimited drinks, ziplines, rubber rodeo & playgrounds. Details
Where: Hatfield Farm, 1840 Hammonds Plains Rd, Hammonds Plains
Relax with Art
Love art? Located in downtown Halifax, Argyle Fine Art is a commercial fine art gallery that showcases artists working in a variety of mediums. Drop by to see some great artwork and take home what strikes your fancy. Details
Where: 1559 Barrington Street #102, Halifax
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What’s more relaxing than great food?
Book yourself an all-inclusive tour with Curated Food & Drink Tours and experience the unique flavours of urban Halifax. Choose from several guided, multi-course tours and explore one of Halifax’s unique urban neighbourhoods. You will eat well, enjoy some beverages, have fun, and learn lots of cool stuff along the way. Details
It’s Candy Time
To enjoy a sweet time, visit Freak Lunchbox Canada. Find the weirdest, newest, and hippest candy and pop culture items on the market here. Details
Where: Freak Lunchbox Canada, 1729 Barrington St., Halifax
Propeller Arcade
Explore an all-authentic brewery and arcade featuring a rotating cast of pinball and arcade machines, plus 12 taps of Propeller craft beer. Details
Where: 2015 Gottingen Street (in the basement of Gottingen Tap Room + Cold Beer Store), Halifax
Enjoy Apple Beverages
Made with 100% Nova Scotia apples, Chain Yard Cidery offers unique, awesome ciders. Stop by to enjoy a refreshing glass of Nova Scotia cider. Details
Where: Chain Yard Cider, 2606 Agricola Street, Halifax
Tea Party in The Park: Afternoon Adventure
Follow Discover Halifax’s itinerary for an Afternoon Adventure. Have a fun day in the Spring Garden Area with a trip to a storybook café and a walk through the magical Halifax Public Gardens. Details
It’s Haunt Time
Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour
Rain or shine, get ready for 70 minutes of bone-chilling stories while you explore the prison cells, candlelit tunnels, and restricted areas of historic Citadel Hill. The staff of Halifax Citadel Ghost Tours will tell the story of Canada’s most haunted historic site through true accounts of unexplained events. Details
Where: 5425 Sackville St, Halifax
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Get Ready for Some Scares at the Haunted House
The Bluenose Ghost Festival’s Haunted House is back again this year. Make sure to get your tickets early because this popular haunted house is only open on select nights in October 2026. Details
Where: Alderney Landing, 2 Ochterlonley Street, Dartmouth
Riverbreeze Fear Farm
Opening in October is the Riverbreeze Fear Farm, featuring 5 haunted houses, 2 haunted mazes, and 8 nights of terror. Get your tickets early! Details
Where: 660 Onslow Road, Truro
Get Outdoors
Fall Day Trips From Halifax
Go on a fall day trip — there are beautiful places to see, great food to eat, and lots of stuff to do that’s less than 3 hours away from Halifax. Here are 24 of them.
Pick Pumpkins and Explore the Corn Maze
Come play Farm Scene Investigation in the corn maze, grab delicious lunch at the Pumpkin Grill Cafe, visit Kangaroos, bounce on the jumping pillow, and hop on the wagon to pick the perfect pumpkin from the pumpkin patches! Details
Bikeable Getaway
Get your bike and hit on road. There are several small biking tours you can enjoy in the season. Details
Walk along tree-lined paths
Enjoy a stroll through the popular Point Pleasant Park. The park offers great views of Halifax Harbour and the North West Arm and has kilometers of winding footpaths, and historical monuments. Details
Where: 5718 Point Pleasant Drive, Halifax
25 of the Best Hikes to Enjoy Fall in Halifax
See fall colours
The Musquodoboit Trailway is a good option to see lots of fall colours. This well-groomed trail has several branches that offer stunning views of the Musquodoboit River and surrounding areas. Details
Shubie Park
Shubie Park is the only fully equipped campground in Dartmouth, which makes it a great place to spend time in nature without having to leave the Halifax Metro area. There are also off-leash dog trails that you can explore with your furry friend. Details
Sir Sandford Fleming Park
Also known as The Dingle, Sir Sandford Fleming Park is off Purcell’s Cove Road and is one of the best places to see all the amazing colors of leaves in the fall. You can also climb the Dingle Tower to get a great view of the beautiful forests around the park. The park also has a playground for children, plenty of picnic areas, hiking trails, beaches, and wharves that everyone can enjoy. Details
Chain of Lakes Trail
The Chain of Lakes Trail is a part of the Rum Runners Trail. This scenic trail starts at Joseph Howe Drive and will take you across the city to the Bayers Lake Business Park and past several lakes. The trail is a great way to see the absolutely beautiful fall colors in the Halifax Metro area. There are also several places where you can stop and leave the trail if you need a rest. Details
Grape Escapes Nova Scotia Wine Tours
Enjoy a day exploring the sights of Nova Scotia’s wine country. Sit back, relax, and leave the driving to them, while you sip and savour your way through wineries and vineyards that show off Nova Scotia’s wonderful cool climate “terroir”. The Grape Escapes Nova Scotia Wine Tours offer a variety of tours that take place each week. Details
Go on a fall hike
Crowbar Lake Wilderness Trail is located 40 minutes east of downtown Halifax with over 16 km of wilderness trails that offer many spectacular views together with unspoiled wilderness. The Crow’s Nest viewpoint makes your whole trek worthwhile. Details
Bike Rum Runners Trail
Rum Runner Trail is a 119km long multi-use trail that connects Halifax and Lunenburg. The trail runs through forests, which makes it a great option for those who want to see all the gorgeous fall colors. Along the trail are award-winning restaurants and shops that you can stop at. Details
Disc Golf
Enjoy Disc Golf on the Dartmouth Commons as part of Parks & Recreation’s pilot program! Disc Golf sets are available to borrow through the Findlay Community Centre’s free equipment loan program. Details
Check out Uniacke Estate Museum Park
Uniacke Estate Museum Park is known for its eight walking trails that take you around the 930-hectare property. The trails vary in length and will take you through the forest, to a lakeshore, near marshlands, and atop a drumlin. Along with the gorgeous fall colors, the park features beautiful 18th-century English landscaping. Details
Belchers Marsh Park Trails
Take a hike with the family and see how the changing of the season affect the marshlands at the Belchers Marsh Park Trail. The trail is 2.5km long and will take you past the marsh and a pond in Clayton Park. There are interpretive panels at the look-off that can tell you more about the marsh and the animals who call it their home. Details
