Keep the kids entertained and busy this March Break in HRM. There are a lot of activities and events taking place all week long. Take a staycation with your family this March Break in Halifax. Here is what is happening during March Break in HRM.
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2024 Halifax St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Taking place on Sunday, March 10, from 1 – 2 pm, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a family-friendly event for everyone to enjoy. The Parade starts in the Halifax Seaport area and makes its way down Lower Water Street to The Lower Deck. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Pop into The Lower Deck after for some drinks, food and merriment. Details
Lower Water Street from Halifax Seaport to The Lower Deck
Sunday, March 10, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Free
March Break at the Museum
This March Break, take a trip around the world at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. Enjoy complimentary admission all week long from March 9 to 17. Details
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax
March 9 to 17, 2024
Free; RSVP to save your spot.
Painting Workshop at HSC
Join artist Meggie Richards at Halifax Shopping Centre for a free painting workshop for families with kids age 8+. Meggie will lead you through making your very own spring-inspired mixed-media painting! Get creative using stencils, paints, markers and more!! Details
Halifax Shopping Centre 7001 Mumford Rd, Halifax
March 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM & 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
This event is free however, space is limited, so pre-registration is required.
Button Making
Join us at the library! We’ll help you create a masterpiece of art and turn it into a button you can take home. We’ll explore drawing materials, collage, and more and to make something unique to enjoy on the go! This free art experience is ideally suited for school aged kids and older. All kids must be accompanied by a guardian. Details
Halifax North Memorial Library, 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax
March 13, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
March 14, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Free
Button Making
Join us at the library! We’ll help you create a masterpiece of art and turn it into a button you can take home. We’ll explore drawing materials, collages, and more and make something unique to enjoy on the go! This free art experience is ideally suited for school-aged kids and older. All kids must be accompanied by a guardian. Details
Dartmouth North Public Library, 105 Highfield Park Dr, Dartmouth
March 13, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Free
March Break Staycation
Book a staycation at The Westin Nova Scotian and take in the Hockey: Faster Than Ever exhibit at the Discovery Centre and finish the day with a pizza party. Details
The Westin Nova Scotian, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax
March 8 – 16, 2024
Pre-book
March Break at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Ahoy! Come aboard for an adventure with our crew! Discover hands-on activities to test your sea skills and discover what lies in the ocean deep! There’ll be maritime craft making, board game fun and special Saturday guests joining us for extra family fun! Details
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, 1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax
March 9 – 17, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Regular Museum Admission: $0 – $5.15
Button Making on the Ferry
Find us at Alderney Ferry Terminal and Halifax Ferry terminal with a free pop-up art activity. We’ll be offering art kits to folks departing for the ferry, with a chance to turn your drawing into a button when you arrive in the terminal!
From 10-11:30am, and 1-3:30pm we will be sharing kits every half hour (10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 and 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30). Just pick up a kit on one side, make your drawing while riding the ferry, then return the kit to turn your design into a unique and memorable button! Details
Dartmouth Ferry Terminal, 88 Alderney Dr, Dartmouth
March 15, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This free art experience is ideally suited for school aged kids and older.
March Break at the Discovery Centre
Score big this March Break with the ultimate experience at Discovery Centre, Halifax! Test your slapshot speed in our new exhibit HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever, watch our galactic star shows, get hands-on with a 4-billion year old meteorite, get minds-on building tall towers and bridges and so much more! March Break 2024 is the ultimate time to visit Discovery Centre! Details
Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
March 9 – 18, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Included with Museum Admission: $14.50 – $17.50; Free for Children 2 and under; During March 9th – 18th do purchase your tickets online, before arrival, to avoid wait times.
Oodles of Noodles
Introducing…. Oodles of Noodles, the only celebration of noodles in town and it’s happening on Quinpool Road! From March 6th to the 10th everyone is invited to discover all the tasty noodle dishes that the chefs on Quinpool have created. Oodles of Noodles, has been created as a unique way to showcase the many amazing restaurants that are found in and around Quinpool Road. The event was created around an ingredient that is easily adapted to match many restaurants’ menu. So… Noodles was the answer!! Details
Quinpool District, Halifax
March 6 – 10, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
March Break Family Round-Up
Over March Break, Hatfield Farm will be offering 2 Hour Adventure that includes a wagon/sleigh ride to and from Fort Clayton, a rubber rodeo, hot dogs and refreshments! The wagon or sleigh will transport guests to Fort Clayton, upon arrival attendees will enjoy 30 minutes in the Rubber Rodeo to play on the inflatable games or ride the mechanical bull! Once the time is up in the rubber rodeo guests will have access to the lodge for all you -want hot dogs, Pepsi products, tea, or coffee.
Any time remaining time before the departure guests are welcome to enjoy the zip lines and playground. Wagons or sleighs will pick up attendees at 1:45 pm to have them back out to the farm where folks can visit with the petting zoo. Details
Hatfield Farm, 1840 Hammonds Plains Road, Hammonds Plains
March 10 – 17, 2024 | 11:00 AM & 12:00 PM
$0 – $30.91
Halifax Mooseheads
Hockey. Details
Scotiabank Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax
vs. Acadie-Bathurst on Friday, March 8, 2024 | 7:00 PM
vs. Moncton on Sunday, March 10, 2024 | 3:00 PM
vs. Charlottetown on Thursday, March 14, 2024 | 7:00 PM
$13.25 – $33.25
Video Games Live
The No. 1 touring game concert in the world returns to Halifax with a new show! Symphony Nova Scotia proudly presents Video Games Live, an immersive concert event featuring music from the most popular video games of all-time. This “captivating, proudly bombastic show” (New York Times) combines full orchestra and choir, synchronized video and lighting, electronic percussion, live action, and unique interactive segments to create an explosive one-of-a-kind entertainment experience. Details
Rebecca Cohn, 6101 University Avenue, Halifax
March 8 – 9, 2024
$40 – $80
Brain Fair
The 2024 BRAIN FAIR will showcase some brain-related research that is taking place at Dalhousie. There will be games, competitions, prizes, experiments, demonstrations, interactive booths and all kinds of information. Learn about how the brain works and what it can do!! Details
Brain Repair Centre, 1348 Summer St, Halifax
Thursday, March 14, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Free to attend, no registration necessary.
William Prince
STAND IN THE JOY CANADIAN TOUR with special guests Kacy and Clayton. Details
1674 Hollis St, Halifax
Friday, March 15, 2024 | 8:00 PM
$51.50 in advance / $56.50 day of show (including tax and CIF)
Alan Doyle
Welcome Home Tour with special guest Adam Baldwin. Details
Scotiabank Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax
Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 8:00 PM
prices start at $45 plus fees
Sugar Shack
Enjoy a traditional sugar shack meal (vegetarian, gluten and/or lactose-friendly options available), a maple taffy station, live music, games for kids and adults (indoor and outdoor), and more! Details
St George Greek Orthodox Church (Community Hall), 1146 Purcells Cove Rd, Halifax
Sunday, March 17, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 03:00 PM
prices start at $45 plus fees
Flavours of Nova Scotia: An Acadian Culinary Journey
Learning History Through Taste starring Stephen Barrett & Jeremey Chater. Details
Alderney Landing Theatre, 2 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth
Saturday, March 16, 2024 | Doors 6:00 PM
Pay What You Can; All profit goes towards Feed Nova Scotia
Illusion Dance Arts
Illusion Dance Arts’ Competitive Kick-Off Showcase will occur at the Alderney Landing Theatre on March 9th. Details
Alderney Landing Theatre, 2 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth
Saturday, March 9, 2024 | 3:00 PM
$20 – $25 (+ fees and taxes)
Halifax Thunderbirds
Enjoy a night out with family and friends to support your local Halifax Thunderbirds! Details
Scotiabank Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax
vs. Panther City on Friday, March 15, 2024 | 7:30 PM
$23 and up
Visit the Museum of Natural History
Visit the Museum of Natural History and participate in daily events every day in the month of March. Details
Museum of Natural History, 2285 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Monday – Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday | 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday – Sunday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$6 – $10
Vibrant Vivaldi & Friends
Experience virtuosic solo performances from the Symphony’s own extraordinary musicians – Principal Second Violin Isabelle Fournier, Principal Trumpet Richard Simoneau, and Second Trumpet Curtis Dietz – as well as Canadian bassoon specialist and concert leader Mathieu Lussier in this program of vibrant Baroque classics from Antonio Vivaldi, Michel Corrette, and Françoise Francoeur. Details
St. Andrew’s United Church, 6036 Coburg Road, Halifax
Sunday, March 17, 2024 | 2:00 PM
$65 – $85
March Break Camps
March Break Camps explore a variety of science themes to inspire curious young minds. Through fun, minds-on activities, campers will discover the science in the world around them! Ages 5 to 7 & 8 to 12. Details
Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
March 11-15, 2024
$260 – $280 non-members, $240 – $260 members
March Break Theatre Camp
From March 11-15, come learn, play and create with our camp staff and new special guest instructors. In partnership with Spontaneity Improv Company, Campers will explore the fundamentals of improv, they’ll learn from experienced guest choreographers, sing, write and direct their own theatre productions. This hard work will build up to a group performance in the Alderney Landing theatre on Friday afternoon. Throughout the week, campers will have the opportunity to have their headshots taken, participate in themed days, and make their own props and costumes in a supportive, inclusive, and casual environment. Details
Alderney Landing Theatre
March 11-15, 2024
Weekly registration fee ($250) includes supervision, instruction and supplies.
Enjoy a Winter Walk
There are lots of places to walk in the city, but here are a few that fit the winter walking criteria: they’re reasonably maintained, they’re close to a place where you can get warm and dry, and they have a unique beauty in winter.
15 Places to Go Winter Walking in Halifax
15 Things to Do on The Halifax Waterfront
March Break Getaways & Staycations in Nova Scotia
Jenn Grant: Something to Believe In
Join us as we celebrate multitalented artist Jenn Grant and her latest collection of paintings. This exhibition will feature her glorious abstracts along with portraits of friends and collaborators on her latest album, “Champagne Problems”. Details
The Prow Gallery, 1479 Lower Water St., Bishop’s Landing, Halifax
Daily | 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday | 11 AM – 5 PM
closed Mondays
Free
Dinosaur Exploration
Dinosaurs roar into the Museum of Natural History. Dinosaur Exploration features two of Research Castings Internationals Exploration Exhibits. Visitors will see full-size skeletons, dig for dinosaur fossils, and appreciate the enduring awe and power of this prehistoric time on Earth. Details
Museum of Natural History, 2285 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Monday – Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday | 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday – Sunday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$6 – $10
Cineplex Family Favourites
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favourite family film each week for only $3.99. Details
Saturdays mornings
Participating Cineplex theatres
$3.99
Free March & Spring Break Fun at Toys R Us
Visit your local Toys ”R”Us store Monday through Friday of your March Break and enjoy a wide variety of activities. Details
March 11 – 15, 2024
Toys ”R”Us stores
Free
Lino printing/ Block Printing on Fabric with Erin Hollingshead
Learn how to carve and print your lino print on paper and fabric! All supplies are provided. Just wear some clothing you don’t mind getting ink on, in case you go wild art-making! No experience is necessary. Details
Argyle Fine Art, 1559 Barrington Street #102
March 10, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
$75
IGNITE: Emerging Artist Show
Come discover some new talents at Argyle Fine Art. Expect to see a variety of styles and mediums. This will surely brighten the March days! YAY! Details
Argyle Fine Art, 1559 Barrington Street #102
March 2 – 23, 2024
Best of Foo + Rick & The Temps
The fun-loving Best of Foo – along with openers, Rick & The Temps (obviously named after MuchMusic VJ Rick Campanelli) – return to rock The Carleton on Friday, March 15th. Details
The Carleton, 1685 Argyle Street, Halifax
March 15, 2024 | 8:00 PM
$17.25
Tevon Tynes Trio
Exceptional house band – Tevon Tynes Trio – warms up the winter at The Carleton in style on Saturday nights, including this one, March 16th. Details
The Carleton, 1685 Argyle Street, Halifax
Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 9:00 PM
Free
Saint Patrick’s Day w/ Paddy Simms & The Lucky Charms
Hitting up The Carleton for the first time on this most hallowed of holidays, Paddy & The Lucky Charms come from differing musical backgrounds. There’ll be some classical, some jazz, mixed with a large dollop of traditional folk, all coming together for a joyous celebration of Irish and Irish-adjacent tunes! Performances by special guests begin at 4:00 PM with the Charms headlining at 7:00 PM. Details
The Carleton, 1685 Argyle Street, Halifax
Sunday, March 17, 2024 | 3:00 PM – 10:30 PM
$10 cover at the door
Sackville Sandwich Week
Sandwich Week takes place March 2 – 9. There is a wide variety of sandwiches in the mix from our participating restaurants. Feast your eyes on all the delicious choices this year’s line up has to offer! For every featured sandwich sold, participating restaurants will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Sackville Public Library’s food literacy programming, helping to support food initiatives in our community. Details
Participating Sackville restaurants
March 2–9, 2024
Take an Art Tour
Halifax has many murals and sculptures added over the years that add to the charm of downtown Halifax. Starting from the south end of Downtown Halifax, this self guided tour will take you through the core of downtown Halifax.
Downtown Halifax
Skating at Emera Oval
Head to the Emera Oval to enjoy a fun skate. Details
5775 Cogswell St, Halifax
‘Spring is Coming’
Enjoy vivid light shows and installations around Downtown Halifax, including the beautiful light projection shows on the former Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park (corner of Spring Garden Road and Grafton Street). These light projection shows feature different seasonal and cultural themes and run until March 2024. Details
Grafton Park, Halifax
International Women’s Day Show | March 8 – March 11 | Dusk – 11:00 PM
‘Spring is Coming’ Show | March 1 – March 31 | Dusk – 11:00 PM
March Break Show – March 11 – March 15 | Dusk – 11:00 PM
St. Patrick’s Day Show – March 15 – March 17 | Dusk – 11:00 PM
Free
March Break Family Tours of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Join a special winter guided tour of the historic Halifax Citadel with your family or small group (up to 12 participants per tour). Discover how the British soldiers lived in the 19th century fort and how they survived the cold Halifax winters. Time your tour with the noon gun and experience a Halifax tradition!! Details
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, 5425 Sackville Street, Halifax
March 11 – 15, 2024 | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM
$65.54
Free Ferry
Downtown Halifax and Downtown Dartmouth, in partnership with Halifax Transit, have collaborated to offer people of all ages the opportunity to have a March Break adventure on both sides of the harbour!
From Monday, March 11 to Saturday, March 16, the Alderney/Halifax ferry service will be FREE between 11 am – 2 pm.
Alderney/Halifax ferry
March 11 – 16, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Free
Go on a Day Trip
There are plenty of places to enjoy a winter’s day close to Halifax. If you’re looking for an exercise-filled day, an adventure to break up the monotony, a place to enjoy the winter beauty, or a place to shake off the winter blues, you’ll find what you’re looking for in and around the HRM.
24 Winter Day Trips from Halifax
Maple Syrup Farms & Sugar Shacks
Maple syrup is truly a Canadian product and early spring is the only time you can see it being made and experience the exquisite taste of taffy on snow. Nova Scotia has many sugar bushes, so you are never too far from maple syrup.
Visit your nearest sugar bush.