Spring has finally sprung. There are many fun things for you and your family to do or entertaining activities to take part in across Nova Scotia this Spring. Below is a list of 25 things that you can do this April.
Book Your Campsite
Are you planning to go camping amidst Nova Scotia’s gorgeous beaches, thick forests, and rolling valleys? Then, mark your calendar as reservations for the 2024 camping season opens on April 3-5.
The Full Monty
This lively, pop-rock-musical challenges gender norms as unemployed steelworkers turn to male stripping for quick cash after witnessing their wives’ delight at a strip club. Through humor and heart, they find strength and self-acceptance.
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March 26 – May 19, 2024
Neptune Theatre, 1593 Argyle St, Halifax
Solar Eclipse Viewing
The Astronomy & Physics department is hosting a free event on SMU campus for safe solar observing – with some solar telescopes and eclipse glasses (while supplies last) in the afternoon on Monday, April 8, 2024!
Details
Monday, April 8, 2024 from 3:30 pm to 5:45 pm
SMU Football Field (entrance gate near Tower Rd, off the Homburg Centre), Halifax
Eclipse 2024 Viewing Event
Embark on an extraordinary journey at Discovery Centre’s Solar Eclipse Event! Be immersed in an unparalleled cosmic experience featuring special guests and a myriad of out-of-this-world activities. From engaging with experts in the field to safely observing the eclipse through solar telescopes and eclipse glasses, you will have the opportunity to delve into the marvels of space exploration. With activities ranging from galactic scavenger hunts to hands-on learning about lunar missions and the science of space suits, our event promises to ignite curiosity and inspire lifelong learners!
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Monday, April 8, 2024 from 1 pm to 7:30 pm
Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
David Myles Live
Come join us for a night of amazing music with the talented David Myles at The Church Brewing Co! Get ready to groove to his catchy tunes and soulful voice – it’s going to be a night to remember, so grab your friends and get ready for a high energy evening.
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April 4, 2024, at 8 pm
The Church Brewing Co, 329 Main Street, Wolfville
The Prom
Four Broadway stars rally to support a girl wanting to take her girlfriend to a small-town prom, stirring up both controversy and camaraderie. Award-winning musical ‘THE PROM’ blends humor, heart, and a timely message of acceptance.
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April 16 – 28, 2024
Neptune Theatre, 1593 Argyle St, Halifax
Brett Kissel
It all “Started With A Song” ten years ago, and ever since, Brett Kissel has had an extraordinary rise to superstardom in the Canadian country music scene. With three Platinum and ten Gold singles, two Gold-certified albums,and sixteen Top-10 radio hits, he has become one of the country’s most celebrated artists. Details
April 8 2024 at 8 pm
Savoy Theatre, 116 Commercial Street, Glace Bay
2024 Saltscapes East Coast Expo
Atlantic Canada’s ultimate buy local show is back. Saltscapes East Coast Expo back in a way that reflects what Atlantic Canada needs, a way that will bring us together over the things we love the most: our home and lifestyle.
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April 19 – 21, 2024
Halifax Exhibition Centre, Halifax
$16.50
Brett Kissel w/ Jade Eagleson
Known for his charismatic personality, dynamic stage presence, and unique music style, Brett Kissel has soared to the top of the Canadian country music charts as one of Canada’s most celebrated and beloved entertainers. With 22 CCMA awards, three JUNO awards, two Gold-certified albums, a Platinum record, ten Gold singles, and an impressive track record of fifteen top-10 radio hits, his talent and popularity are undeniable. Kissel has toured with Brad Paisley and Garth Brooks and collaborated with Grammy winners Charley Pride, Dave Mustaine, Nelly, and 98°, and most recently, TikTok sensation Cooper Alan.
Details
April 3, 2024 at 8 pm
Rath Eastlink Community Centre, 625 Abenaki Road, Truro
Queens of the Stone Age “The End Is Nero” tour
Renowned for their fusion of stoner, alternative, and hard rock, Queens of the Stone Age achieved widespread recognition with the launch of “Songs for the Deaf” in 2002, which included chart-toppers such as “No One Knows” and “Go with the Flow.”
Details
April 17, 2024 at 7:30 pm
2037 Gottingen St, Halifax
$59 and up
Halifax Celtic Festival 2024
This annual festival celebrates Celtic heritages through the cultural expressions of music, song, dance, languages, genealogy, arts and crafts, and histories.
Details
April 17 to 21, 2024
Halifax
Snowed in Comedy Tour
Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone.
Details
April 6, 2024 from 10 am – 4 pm
Highland Arts Theatre, 40 Bentinck Street, Sydney
$50 (+ HST & Service Fees)
The Big One Vendor Market
With 120+ local vendors, food specials, entertainment, and more, it’s The Mom Market Collective Inc. Halifax’s biggest market yet!
Details
April 21, 2024 from 11 am – 3 pm
Prospect Road Community Centre, Halifax
Free admission
ALTAR: By Santiago Guzman
Eugenio, a queer immigrant in St. John’s, Newfoundland, grapples with heartbreak after his boyfriend, Benjamin, abruptly ends their relationship. Drawing inspiration from Día de Muertos, Eugenio creates an altar in hopes of reconciling with Benjamin and healing strained connections with loved ones in Mexico.
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April 13, 2024 from 12 pm – 5 pm
Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, 106 Gerrish Street, Windsor
A Tribute to the music of The Highwaymen
Join us for an incredible performance featuring Jordan Musycsyn, Robert Bouchard, Todd Hines, and L.J. MacLean as they pay homage to the legendary Highwaymen.
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April 21, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Membertou Trade & Convention Centre, 50 Maillard Street, Membertou
Cape Breton LOLFEST
The Inaugural Cape Breton LOLFest is the biggest comedy festival on the island featuring Ben Bankas, Clifton Cremo, and Kyle Hickey. Details
April 12, 2024 at 8 pm
Highland Arts Theatre, 40 Bentinck St, Sydney
$30.00 (+ Service Fee)
Hawksley Workman
Hawksley Workman is a JUNO Award-winning and Gold Record certified singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Boasting a catalogue of 17 solo records, Hawksley’s genre defying style strings together folk, chart pop and irrepressible cabaret. His show-stopping vocals on songs about weather, love, heartbreak and tales of end-times have garnered him a league of devoted fans.
Details
April 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Marigold Cultural Centre, Wolfville
$46
VALDY – A musical journey through the life of a true Canadian Folk Legend!
Folk legend Valdy will once again bring his talent and charm to Nova Scotia in April 2024. Valdy, born Paul-Valdemar Horsdal, has been part of the fabric of Canadian pop and folk music for half a century. He is well known for “Play Me a Rock ‘n’ Roll Song” but has also delighted audiences everywhere performing classics such as “Peter & Lou”, “Yes I Can”, “Renaissance”, “Sonny’s Dream” and many more. Details
April 11, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Acadia Cinema’s Al Whittle Theatre, 450 Main Street, Wolfville
$37.00
Jason Cyrus – Live!
Jason Cyrus, renowned stage hypnotist, presents an electrifying hypnosis experience that leaves audiences mesmerized and in stitches. With a unique blend of entertainment and education, his shows guarantee fun, laughter, and a captivating journey into the mind.
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April 20, 2024 from 4 pm – 6 pm
The Chester Playhouse, 22 Pleasant St, Chester
$17.50 – $345
Rum Ragged
Rum Ragged, 2021 JUNO Award Nominees, infuse their Newfoundland folk music with a contemporary twist, showcasing their roots with instruments like bouzouki and fiddle. Their live performances blend humor, honesty, and exceptional musicianship, leaving audiences enchanted. Since 2016, they’ve toured globally and released four acclaimed albums.
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April 25, 2024 from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, 106 Gerrish Street, Windsor
Unsettling Our Settler Ways
On April 26th at 7:30, Margaret Knickle Ph.D will give a talk at the Chester Playhouse that will shake up traditional settler views about Mahone Bay by sharing her experiences as a settler who has researched and documented the history of Lunenburg County from a Mi’kmaw perspective.
Details
April 26, 2024 from 7:30 pm
The Chester Playhouse, 22 Pleasant St, Chester
$20 plus taxes & fees
Supernova Conference
Supernova Conference, designed for entrepreneurs and creators, offers insightful sessions, networking opportunities, and a supportive community. Attendees will receive perks like networking sessions, panel discussions, refreshments, and more.
Details
April 27, 2024, from 10 am – 5 pm
Halifax Central Library, Room 301, 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax
$187.71 and up
Atlantic Festivals of Music
AFM is one of Canada’s finest music festivals, taking place annually in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The festival helps thousands of participants from schools and community organizations worldwide perform, learn, grow as musicians, and have fun!
Details
April 24 – 26, 2024
Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax
Stars On Ice
Don’t miss a fantastic show with a star-studded cast featuring luminaries Elvis Stojko, Patrick Chan, Keegan Messing, and the iconic Kurt Browning as the Director and Choreographer of the 2024 production.
Details
April 27, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Scotiabank Centre, Halifax
$23 and up
Jann Arden & Rick Mercer
Don’t miss Jann Arden and Rick Mercer on the “Will They or Won’t They Tour” live April 29, 2024! Produced by Live Nation Canada, this nationwide tour will feature two of Canada’s most notable voices in a free wheeling, unscripted, unrehearsed and unrestrained discussion that will have audiences cheering on the two Canadian icons. Spend an evening of laughter, stories and successes from their careers in entertainment, spanning multiple decades.
Details
April 29, 2024 at 8 pm
2037 Gottingen St, Halifax
$71 and up
The First Annual Valley Wine Festival
#Embracing a grand vision, the Valley Wine Festival aims to unite the diverse array of wineries and vineyards in the Annapolis Valley, alongside a selection of wines hailing from Nova Scotia, the Maritimes, Canada, and worldwide. Guests can also expect to sample culinary delights from winery chefs and local restaurants, as well as engaging displays from local tour companies and local food product purveyors. This three-day extravaganza promises a unique opportunity to savor exceptional wines all in one enchanting location.
Details
April 26 – 28, 2024
153 Greenwich Rd S, Wolfville
OutFest – The Largest Queer Theatre Festival In Atlantic Canada
OutFest stands as Atlantic Canada’s premier Queer Theatre Festival, showcasing top-notch professional theater by local, regional, and national artists. Whether presenting established productions or fostering emerging talent, OutFest remains committed to offering a stage for Queer creators to showcase their artistry.
Details
April 23 – 28, 2024
Various locations, Halifax
Take a hike
When spring comes, trails across Nova Scotia become fully accessible once again. Along the trails, you can spot returning birds and wildlife and blooming plants. Check out our list of 25 Top Hikes in Nova Scotia