Archived Halifax Events

These Halifax events have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator. Please note that these events are only presented for interest – to give volunteers, nonprofit organizations, and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of events occurring in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Ben Caplan with Symphony Nova Scotia (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: November 20, 2015 - November 20, 2015

Since his last appearance with our orchestra in 2012, Halifax singer-songwriter Ben Caplan has played more than a thousand shows worldwide, earning rave reviews from fans and media alike. He’s become “a phenomenon that can’t be easily forgotten” says Rolling Stone (Germany), with a trademark blend of folk, gypsy, blues, and orchestra that’s “gritty, loud, wild and anguished” (The Guardian). Now, Ben returns home with old favourites and brand-new orchestral arrangements for an unforgettable symphonic showdown. ONE PERFORMANCE: November 20, 2015, 7:30 pm.
Tickets begin at $30 (HST included). Call 902-494-3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

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Valley Maple Leafs Vs Sackville Blazers (NSJHL) (Sackville Blazers)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: November 16, 2015 - November 16, 2015

Come out and support your local Sackville Blazers team!

More information at: http://jrbblazers.goalline.ca/team_schedule.php?team_id=50873&league_id=4497

LOLMusic! (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: November 15, 2015 - November 15, 2015

We’ll have you rolling in the aisles with LOLMusic, a free family concert performed by Symphony Nova Scotia. The principles that make a joke funny are the same principles that make music funny, and this show hilariously investigates them one by one. Featuring music from Beethoven, Strauss, Mahler, Leroy Anderson, and more. TWO PERFORMANCES: Sunday November 15, 2015, 1:30 pm (sensory friendly) and 3:00 pm (regular performance).
Admission is FREE, and no ticket is necessary.

motionball Halifax Fire & Ice Gala (Motion Ball)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: November 14, 2015 - November 14, 2015

motionball invites you to join us for something special, as Fire & Ice collide to transform Casino Nova Scotia into a hot & cold affair all in support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia and the Special Olympics Canada Foundation! Guests will mix and mingle with our celebrity guests – the local Special Olympics athletes – while enjoying live music, casino games and a midnight snack bar. Your ticket includes: Entry to the 2015 motionball Halifax Gala at 9pm, complimentary drinks all night, live music & entertainment, access to Silent Auction and Art Gallery, late night snack bar for all guests and most importantly, the chance to meet some of the incredible Special Olympics athletes that motionball proudly supports!
Tickets are not available at the door.

Saint John Sea Dogs Vs Halifax Mooseheads (QMJHL) (Halifax Mooseheads)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: November 14, 2015 - November 14, 2015

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Memorial Sea-Hawks Vs Dalhousie Tigers (Men's Basketball) (Dalhousie Tigers)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: November 14, 2015 - November 14, 2015

Come out and support the Dalhousie Tigers!

More information at: http://dalhousie.prestosports.com/sports/mbkb/2015-16/schedule-all

Liverpool Privateers Vs East Hants Penguins (NSJHL) (East Hants Penguins)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: November 13, 2015 - November 13, 2015

Come out and support your local East Hants Penguins team!

More information at: http://jrbpenguins.goalline.ca/team_schedule.php?league_id=4499&team_id=50677&view=2

Memorial Sea-Hawks Vs Dalhousie Tigers (Men's Basketball) (Dalhousie Tigers)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: November 13, 2015 - November 13, 2015

Come out and support the Dalhousie Tigers!

More information at: http://dalhousie.prestosports.com/sports/mbkb/2015-16/schedule-all

Mozart's Requiem (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: November 11, 2015 - November 12, 2015

It’s a work of astonishing beauty and depth, heartbreaking in its grief, breathtaking in its grandeur, and ominous in its mystery. Symphony Nova Scotia remembers the fallen with Mozart’s last, unfinished work – the immensely powerful Requiem. Full of fire, terror, tenderness, and lament, the Requiem is one of the world’s most moving works, and the final magnum opus from the most beloved composer of all time. TWO PERFORMANCES: November 11, 2015, 7:30 pm, and November 12, 2015, 7:30 pm.
Tickets begin at $30 (HST incl.), $16 for under-30s. Call 902-494-3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

The Best of Big Band with Howard Cable (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: November 6, 2015 - November 8, 2015

Howard Cable has conducted Symphony Nova Scotia for thirty years – and it’s been thirty years of sold-out concerts, standing ovations, and timeless, evocative music. Now, this 95-year-old living legend joins forces with virtuoso Symphony clarinetist Dominic Desautels and ECMA-winning saxophonist Chris Mitchell for a truly authentic concert featuring some of the biggest, brassiest, and best big band hits ever written. Hear music from masters like Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and many more in this toe-tapping, soul-swinging, feel-good concert. TWO PERFORMANCES: November 6, 2015, 7:30 pm, and November 8, 2015, 2:00 pm.
Tickets begin at $30 (HST included). Call 902-494-3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

Sci-Fi Symphony, a Hal-Con Event (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 31, 2015 - November 1, 2015

Hosted by the Lord of the Rings’ John Rhys-Davies!

Symphony meets swords, sci-fi, and superheroes in this exhilarating ride through some of the most epic music of all time!

Hear blockbuster themes from Star Trek, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Spider-Man, World of Warcraft, Game of Thrones, and more – performed in all their vast, cinematic splendour by Symphony Nova Scotia’s full orchestra.

Wear your costume and immerse yourself in this out-of-this-world musical adventure!

Hal-Con Sci Fi, Fantasy, Comic Book and Gaming Convention (Hal-Con Sci Fi)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 30, 2015 - November 1, 2015

Hal-Con is an annual weekend event held in Halifax, Nova Scotia in Atlantic Canada and held at the end of fall. Originally showcasing comic books, games, science fiction/fantasy and film/television, and related popular arts, it has grown to encompasses the full-spectrum of geekdom including Comic Books, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Gaming, Cyberpunk, Steampunk, Renaissance, Anime, and anything else of the fantastical. The gathering includes entertainment everyone from music, stage show, and small social gaming circles, and the chance to rub elbows with the famous and infamous of geek pop-culture.
VIP - $200 Weekends - $70 Student/Senior/Military - $60 Friday and Sunday Day Passes - $30 Saturday Day Pass - $35 Child (6-12) Day Pass - $5 Children under 6 are free

Masterpieces by Beethoven & Ravel (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 29, 2015 - October 29, 2015

German virtuoso pianist Leonie Rettig is “an extremely talented, wonderful player,” says Maestro Gueller, with an “overwhelming sonic aura” and a “golden sound” (Der Teckbote). Leonie makes her Canadian debut with Ravel’s breathtaking Piano Concerto in G, a fantastically colourful work famed for its brilliant melodies and heartbreaking slow movement. Then, the orchestra performs Beethoven’s Second Symphony, brimming with energy and temperament. ONE PERFORMANCE: Thursday October 29, 2015, 7:30 pm, Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Tickets BEGIN AT $30 (HST incl.), $16 for under-30s. Call 902-494-3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

Light The Night - Halifax (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 24, 2015 - October 24, 2015

"Bring Light to the Dark World of Cancer" Support those touched by Cancer at our 5th Annual Light The Night Halifax Walk. Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the Garrison Grounds. Take part in our leisurely 4.25km walk through beautiful downtown Halifax, & show your support for those touched by cancer. There is no registration fee, or minimum to fundraise. ** We do suggest raising $100 to receive the lantern & t-shirt incentive! Facebook: facebook.com/LightTheNightAtlantic Twitter: twitter.com/LTNAtlantic Youtube: youtube.com/user/LLSCanada Schedule: 5:00 PM - Registration Opens 6:00 PM - Remembrance Ceremony 6:30 PM - Bag Piper 6:45 PM - Main Stage & Lantern Ceremony 7:00 PM - Walk Begins 8:00 PM - Closing Ceremony & Cheque Presentation!
No registration fee.

Laing House Masquerade Ball, A Night in Vegas (Laing House)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 24, 2015 - October 24, 2015

The outrageous and unexpected become reality as the Laing House Masquerade Ball travels to fabulous Las Vegas! A sense of indulgence envelops you as you feel the electric energy of the neon lights, lavish shows and sizzling nightlife. Experience the glitz and decadence that can only be found in a city where the excitement never ends. Join us on October 24, 2015, at the Laing House Masquerade Ball, A Night in Vegas! Call us today at 902-425-9018 to reserve your tickets or purchase online.
Single tickets, premiere tickets, regular tables & premiere tables all available.

Harvest Heritage Dinner (Heritage Village)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 24, 2015 - October 24, 2015

Experience the bounty of the harvest season with a delicious dinner prepared by guest chef, Holly Gould. This three-course dinner takes place by lamplight in the Cookhouse at Memory Lane. Cash bar opens at 6:30 PM; dinner is served at 7:00 PM. Reservations required. Menu for 2015 will be posted later in the year. Previous Menu from 2014 (2015 menu TBA): Kale Artichoke Bread Bowl with Pita Chips Butternut Squash Ginger Soup Apple and Herb Stuffed Pork Tenderloin or Quinoa Stuffed Pepper (vegetarian option) served with baked garlic mashed potatoes and harvest roasted vegetables ---- Ginger Ice Cream Pear Tart Pumpkin Mousse **vegetarian, dairy, and gluten free options available upon request**
No taxes charged.

2015 Christmas Craft Festival (Dartmouth Handcrafters' Guild)

Category: Festivals
Dates: October 23, 2015 - October 25, 2015

2015 Christmas Craft Festival
October 23, 24 and 25, 2015

Friday October 23 from 12 Noon - 9:00 PM
Saturday October 24 from 10:00AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday October 25 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Your $5.00 admission is good for the whole weekend!

On Saturday from 5:00 - 8:00 admission is 2 for 1

Dartmouth Sportsplex,

110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth, NS B3A 1M2

Halifax Pop Explosion: Rich Aucoin with Symphony Nova Scotia (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 23, 2015 - October 24, 2015

Cinematic compositions. Epic live performances. A nonstop world tour. And a new album that’s an “all killer, no filler affair” (Exclaim!). Rich Aucoin is Halifax’s “Prince of Pop”, with a devout fan and media following, a legendary live show, and a reputation as our “foremost experimental-pop performer” (The Coast). Now, Rich brings his carnival spectacle of a live show to Symphony Nova Scotia and the Halifax Pop Explosion for a once-in-a-lifetime sonic collision of epic proportions. TWO PERFORMANCES: October 23, 2015, 7:30 pm, and October 24, 2015, 7:30 pm.
Tickets begin at $30 (HST included). Call 902-494-3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

Collide - Creative Technology Conference (Collide Halifax)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 22, 2015 - October 23, 2015

Where students and aspiring professionals COLLIDE with established creative minds to see and shape the future. Up-and-comers can uncover new role models and explore the world’s best ideas from the leading edge. A one-of-a-kind conference in Atlantic Canada – Collide is an interactive event for digital creators in Halifax, Nova Scotia curated by leading design and technology event producers FITC. Collide will feature sessions in Design, Development, and Marketing – and will showcase Atlantic Canada as a hub for creative professionals. If you work in interactive this is an event not to miss.

Spectacular Sibelius with Giora Schmidt (Alderney Encore) (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 18, 2015 - October 18, 2015

Sibelius’ Violin Concerto is a magnificent showpiece, full of dizzying excitement and technical fireworks. And Giora Schmidt is a star virtuoso violinist, whose previous sold-out appearances with Symphony Nova Scotia earned him critical accolades and enthusiastic standing ovations. Now, on the 150th anniversary of Sibelius’ birth, Giora makes a triumphant return to perform one of the most spectacular violin works of all time. ONE PERFORMANCE: Sunday, October 18, 2:00 pm, Alderney Landing Theatre.
Tickets are $35 (HST incl.), $16 for under-30s. Call the Alderney Landing box office: 1-888-311-9090, or visit ticketpro.ca

Remembering the World Wars (Parks Canada)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 17, 2015 - October 18, 2015

Parks Canada and volunteer living history enthusiasts present a special display illustrating the Canada’s involvement in the two world conflicts inside the walls of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. The display will include a WWI trench, a WWI obstacle course, uniforms, weapons, models and costumed re-enactors. The Army Museum's exhibit, Road to Vimy and Beyond, tells the story of how Nova Scotia and Canada contributed to the Allied victory with a focus on the individual soldiers and units that took part in the Great War.
Adult $7.80, Senior $6.55, Youth $3.90, Family $19.60

Nocturne: Art at Night (Nocturne Halifax)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 17, 2015 - October 17, 2015

Nocturne: Art at Night is a fall festival that brings art and energy to the streets of Halifax and Dartmouth between 6 pm and midnight. The free annual event showcases and celebrates the visual arts scene in Halifax and Dartmouth. Nocturne, designed and planned by volunteers, is an opportunity for everyone to experience the art of Halifax and Dartmouth in a whole new light. The Nocturne program guides residents and visitors alike to a variety of exhibitions in galleries and public spaces throughout the city.
Free!

Spectacular Sibelius with Giora Schmidt (Symphony Nova Scotia)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 15, 2015 - October 15, 2015

Sibelius’ Violin Concerto is a magnificent showpiece, full of dizzying excitement and technical fireworks. And Giora Schmidt is a star virtuoso violinist, whose previous sold-out appearances with Symphony Nova Scotia earned him critical accolades and enthusiastic standing ovations. Now, on the 150th anniversary of Sibelius’ birth, Giora makes a triumphant return to perform one of the most spectacular violin works of all time. ONE PERFORMANCE: Thursday, October 15, 2015, 7:30 pm, Rebecca Cohn Auditorium
Tickets begin at $30 (HST incl.), $16 for under-30s. Call 902.494.3820 or visit symphonynovascotia.ca.

Mosaic for Mental Health Art Exhibition & Sale (Mosaic for Mental Health)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: October 15, 2015 - November 1, 2015

For the past 17 years the Mosaic for Mental Health Art Exhibition and Sale has grown into a memorable, cherished event for many individuals in Nova Scotia. It has become the signature fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association Halifax-Dartmouth Branch All of the artwork is donated by hundreds of artists from all skill levels all over Canada and around the world. Each tile is sold for $25 with the exception of silent auction items. There will also be frames and cards available for sale. All of the proceeds raised through the sale of the artwork directly supports the programs that CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth provides to individuals living with mental health problems and mental illness. The Exhibition and Sale is at the Craig Gallery in Alderney Landing. On October 15th 'Opening Night' starts at 5:30pm with an advanced showing and the sale beginning at 6:30pm continuing until 8:30pm. There will be a live harpist, live painting, beverages and light appetizers. The exhibition and sale will continue until November 1st. The Craig Gallery Hours are as follows: Tuesday-Friday: 12:00pm - 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm We will be participating in Nocturne on October 17th, 2015 from 6:00pm until midnight! There will be an online silent auction at: www.mosaic4mentalhealth.eflea.ca For more information please contact Catherine at 902-455-5445 for mosaic.cmha@bellaliant.com
Admission is Free

Annual Dinner & Auction (Parker Street Food & Furniture Bank)

Category: Fundraisers and Volunteer
Dates: October 8, 2015 - October 8, 2015

Annual Fundraising Dinner & Auction Presented by Juicy Fruit Market Inc.
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2015
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Location: Cunard Centre, 961 Marginal Road, Halifax

On October 8, 2015 Parker Street Food & Furniture Bank celebrates 32 years of helping the less fortunate in our community.

With guest speaker Danny Graham and MC Ed McHugh, it promises to be a fun evening as members of the business community and supporters come together to enjoy dinner, music and a live and silent auction while helping raise awareness and much-needed funds to assist those living in need.

National Inside Ride Tour (Dalhousie Commerce Society, IWK Foundation, Camp Goodtime, Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation)

Category: Fundraisers and Volunteer
Dates: October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015

The IWK Foundation and Camp Goodtime have partnered with the Dalhousie Commerce Society and Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation to bring the National Inside Ride, Halifax. This is an exceptional event that raises funds for children and their families living with and beyond cancer, and we want you to be part of it!

Join us and help raise funds to support children bravely fighting cancer. Our goal this year is to raise $30,000—our most ambitious goal to date, but we need your help!

The Inside Ride is a charitable event that involves riding stationary bikes. This year’s event is taking place on Thursday, October 1st at 3:00pm (Team Captain Check-in 2pm) at the King’s College Gymnasium (6250 Coburg Rd) so there is plenty of time to recruit a team (of 6 people) and start fundraising (team goal of $500-$1000)! On the event day, each team will be riding for a total of 1 hour so each member will only have to bike for 10 minutes. Easy right? It’s high energy, fun, and an amazing way to spend an afternoon – all while supporting children that are fighting cancer.

Want to join in the fun? Team Captains please contact Amy at external@dalcomm.ca to confirm registration and you will be given team captain packages.

We sincerely hope you are able to participate. This is a fantastic initiative and it is our pleasure and privilege to be hosting the Halifax event again this year.

Deep Roots Music Festival - Band Camp ()

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Dates: September 23, 2015 - September 25, 2015

DEEP ROOTS MUSIC CAMP (for Adults and Youth 16+) September 23, 24, or 25. $120 – minimum 5, maximum 12 participants per class – Three classes to choose from. Sessions are 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM each day with ‘Slow Jams’ from 4 till 6. Registration deadline is September 18th, 2105, call (902) 542-7668. For complete details go to http://deeprootsmusic.ca/deep-roots-music-camp/ The Music Camp will feature a Concert at Deep Roots Music Festival on Saturday, September 26 at Al Whittle Theatre, 10 AM. A very exciting new event being held in conjunction with the Deep Roots Music Festival this year. Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced musician, if you want to invigorate your musical life, this camp is for you! A choice of workshops, working with seasoned pros, making connections within a unique creative community.

Lunenburg Doc Fest presents Crows and Branches by Millefiore Clarkes ()

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Dates: September 21, 2015 - September 27, 2015

Crows and Branches is an experimental video that meditates on the wonder of the movement of nature. In Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, there occurs a daily natural phenomenon. At dusk thousands of crows appear, as if out of no where, in the sky over the city, and flock to Victoria Park at the water's edge. They amass in such numbers that they turn entire trees black and fill the sky with a symphony of haunting cries. Crows and Branches is a homage to this wonder. It is a ritual that affects every citizen of Charlottetown, despite ongoing attempts to disperse the birds out of duty to gleaming cars and unsullied lawns. It is a daily reminder to look up. We are bound to our earth and its rhythms.,Millefiore Clarkes, 3:55, 2009, Canada,FREE!,Lunenburg Doc Fest is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to showcasing documentary films that entertain, educate, inspire and enrich the lives of Lunenburg citizens and visitors. The 2015 edition of the Lunenburg Doc Fest runs September 25-27.

HARVEST WEEKEND ()

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Dates: September 19, 2015 - September 20, 2015

HARVEST WEEKEND - We're celebrating autumn and the harvest by making traditional country fare and pulling out some original pumpkin recipes for treats. PUMPKIN HARVEST – It’s finally time to come back and pick your pumpkin! All those who planted in spring are invited to come and pick their pumpkin. You’re invited to carve your pumpkin at the Village or take it with you if you would rather. There will be a limited number of extra pumpkins on hand if you were not here for the planting but would like to take part in the carving. 1pm to 4 pm both days.

3rd Annual Halifax Celtic Festival (Celtic Cultural Society of NS)

Category: Festivals
Dates: September 18, 2015 - September 20, 2015

Mission: This non-profit society has been formed to perpetuate the cultural, linguistic, literary, athletic and artistic heritage and traditions of Nova Scotia’s Celtic Community.

Mandate: The Society will provide governance to an event organizing committee who will produce an annual Signature Event in the form of a free, public festival.

The objectives of event in order of priority are listed here. All are designed to ensure the mission of the Society is fulfilled:
1. Celebrate Celtic music and culture;
2. Educate attendees about Celtic history and language;
3. Enjoy our Celtic heritage;
4. Stimulate the Celtic Community through pride in our Celtic heritage.
5. Celebrate the Founding of Nova Scotia by Sir William Alexander
6 Build the infrastructure to support the larger celebration of the 400th Anniversary of the Proclamation and Naming the Province of Nova Scotia in 2021.

"Same Time Next Year", Romantic Comedy by Bernard Slade ()

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Dates: September 17, 2015 - October 10, 2015

Thursday to Saturday at 8 pm Matinees at 2pm: Sunday, September 27 and October 4 Assigned Seating now available,Box Office opens August 27, 2015 Tickets available at Ticket Atlantic – 902 451 1221 and any participating Superstore,An Affair you will fall in love with “Same Time Next Year” introduces us to Doris and George in 1951 - two strangers who meet at a country Inn – there is an undeniable attraction and so begins their love story.,Both married with children, they still decide to meet once a year, although neither is really sure the other will turn up. We follow their lives spanning 24 years, watching them change and learning more about their families through shared stories and how they adapt to the ever changing and turbulent world of the 1950’s, 60s and 70s, wonderfully woven with comedy.,Performed on Broadway for approximately 1450 times, it has delighted audiences world wide, and was made into a very successful movie. Bernard Slade is a master of his craft and this is one play not to miss.

GHOST TANGO: A World Premiere Opera ()

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Dates: September 16, 2015 - September 19, 2015

Bradyworks (Montreal) and Vocalypse (Halifax) are proud to present the world premiere of GHOST TANGO, a riveting new chamber opera that tells the poignant story of a Canadian woman trapped in Argentina’s Dirty War.,Twenty years after being abused in an Argentinian prison cell, the woman thinks she recognizes her tormentor on a cruise ship. When the ship runs aground, he is seriously injured, and the woman is faced with a terrible moral dilemma. Should she forgive her torturer and allow him to continue his life without fear of exposure and prosecution? Or, due to unexpected and fortuitous circumstances, should she put an end to his life in a well-deserved act of revenge?,With a dynamic score by virtuoso guitarist Tim Brady and libretto by award-winning poet Douglas Burnet Smith, this world premiere opera will have audiences on the edge of their seats.,GHOST TANGO stars two of Nova Scotia’s most talented classical singer/actors, featuring the intense emotion of soprano Janice Jackson and the rich, resonant voice of baritone R.L. Thompson. As for the music, it has to be an operatic first, as Tim Brady uses an electric guitar and the latest electronic technology to let loose a swirling musical storm.,GHOST TANGO is directed by Anne-Marie Donovan and features the talents of an all-star production team, with video projections by Lukas Pearse, costumes by Arianne Pollet-Brannen, lighting by Leigh Ann Vardy, and stage design by Carolena Charles, all under the watchful eye of production manager Andrew David Terris.,GHOST TANGO is a unique, thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime operatic experience that will appeal to many different audiences. It will have five performances in the Sir James Dunn Theatre at the Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Avenue, Halifax. Performances are Wednesday, September 16, through Saturday, September 19, at 8:00pm, plus a matinee performance on Saturday, September 19, at 2:00pm.,All tickets for GHOST TANGO are $25 and are available from the Dalhousie Arts Centre Box Office. Tickets can be purchased by phone (902.494.3820), toll free (800.874.1669), or online at www.artscentre.dal.ca.,For more information, please visit www.vocalypse.ca or contact:,Andrew David Terris Vocalypse Productions (902) 429-1797 andrew.terris@eastlink.ca

Argyle Street Festival (Argyle Entertainment District Association)

Category: Festivals
Dates: September 11, 2015 - September 12, 2015

Who is the Argyle Entertainment District Association?
The Argyle Entertainment District Association (AEDA) is a group of business owners and operators who know that the downtown core of Halifax is a great place to visit, work, live, and play — and are looking to make it even better.

The AEDA is a registered not-for-profit organization, run by an elected executive board, that focuses on the positive aspects of downtown Halifax and looks to share its perspective and energy through planned events and fun promotional activities.

Our Mission
To help like-minded businesses work together to develop strategies that help enhance the Argyle Entertainment District experience for both locals and tourists, and increase commerce in the district through advertising, combined marketing efforts, and event management.

Our Vision
To have a vibrant, energetic downtown core that fosters growth in business, tourism, and the city of Halifax.

KEN ENMAN in CONCERT return engagement ()

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Dates: September 11, 2015 - September 12, 2015

KEN ENMAN, classical guitar virtuoso, returns to St. John's stage for two evenings performing his superb "The Old Guitarist." This is a rare live performance by such an accomplished musician.,Opening for Ken on Friday evening are up-and-coming artists Fallon Fraser and Keont'e Beals and on Saturday evening Julian Robia and The Shakes.,Two evenings: Friday, September 11 2015, 7:00pm and Saturday, September 12, 7:00pm. Admission is $20 each evening or $35 for both evenings.

Atlantic Outdoor Sports RV & Boat Show ()

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Dates: September 11, 2015 - September 13, 2015

Find your outdoor adventure in 3 super-sized buildings, Sept. 11-13th, at Exhibition Park, Halifax. Boats, RV's, hunting gear, motorized power sports and much more including entertainment for the entire family! For more information call 1-877-679-7177, email info@darwineventgroup.com or visit www.sportsrvandboatshow.com

Bard by the Bay ()

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Dates: September 5, 2015 - September 6, 2015

North Shore Players presents: Bard by the Bay III (a mix of Shakespeare scenes and spoofs and even a Punch an Judy) Senator’s Stage, Creamery Square (Tatamagouche) Saturday & Sunday, September 5th & 6th- 4 PM Adults $10 Students $5 Tickets at Raven Gallery or at the door (bring your own chair) If inclement weather, Bard by the Bay will be held in the Grace Jollymore Joyce Arts Centre

ART EXHIBITION ()

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Dates: September 3, 2015 - September 30, 2015

Halifax artist Barbara Bickle's exhibition, Birthmarks Landmarks, opens Thursday September 3rd and runs until September 30 at Nova Scotia Archives, 6016 University Avenue, Halifax. A mixed-media exhibition incorporating memory, history and imagination.

Terri-Lyn Hohenadel: Senses Exposed Opening Night ()

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Dates: September 3, 2015 - September 9, 2015

"I present to you a glimpse of my vision as I've wandered through this beautiful world of ours. For me these images captured more than a spot in time, they reflect all that I've encompassed on my life journey thus far. My wish is that you go away remembering to absorb with all your senses, and truly see with all of your eyes.,Before: That first moment of witnessing a black and white image appear on a plain piece of paper in a bath of solution brought light to my eyes and a smile to my face while thinking 'I made that happen'. I was hooked and I set out to find any person that could teach me the ropes. With the guidance of the high school auto shop teacher and the approval of my grade eleven chemistry teacher I pursued my interest and creative outlet of photography. I had found my path and I moved on to achieve my diploma in Photography as well as a second in Digital Imagery.,After: Two decades of professional Photography and Digital Imaging has lead me to collaborate with international productions teams across the globe...from London, England to Cape Town, South Africa. Travel quickly became an integral part of my career and who I am. My perspective changed along the way and capturing on film or file was no longer the goal. My aspiration to see this world with my own eyes was still high on my list. Though now it was fused with a craving to discover its hidden gems utilizing all my senses. To see its hue, smell its fragrance, taste its bitterness, touch its texture, and hear its weather...,Now: My imagery depicts a detail. A mere fragment composed of the time leading up to, during, and following the click of the shutter. Exposing all my senses." - Terri-Lyn Hohenadel

The Story of a Sinking Man by Morris Panych at the Atlantic Fringe Festival ()

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Dates: September 3, 2015 - September 13, 2015

September 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 2015, 730pm Maritime Museum of the Atlantic - Upstairs Theatre (1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS) Tickets: $10 To Reserve Tickets: visit www.atlanticfringe.ca,Media Contact: Andrew Chandler at (902) 981-6349 or andrewchandler321@gmail.com,HALIFAX, NS, August 18, 2015 - Kick at the Dark Theatre Company is thrilled to present Canadian theatre guru Morris Panych’s one-man comic gem The Story of a Sinking Man as part of the 25th annual Atlantic Fringe Festival, this September 3-13th, 2015.,By times poetic, hilarious, and touching, this one-man tour-de-force introduces us to Nash, a little nothing of a man, who suddenly discovers, while wandering through the woods, that he’s sinking into a large mud puddle! Unable to escape, he calmly, deliberately - with very little desperation at all, mind you! - attempts to keep his spirits up, by holding a pretend press conference, describing his incredible escape. Wending from calmly reasoning his way out, to the depths of existential angst, to a very odd encounter with a helpful bird, Nash’s inspiring story will make you laugh, make you think, and, above all, make you watch where you step!,Playwright, actor, and director Morris Panych is a man for all seasons in Canadian theatre. He has directed over eighty productions, and written more than two dozen plays that have been produced across Canada, Britain, and the United States. His works,include 7 Stories, Vigil, and Girl in the Goldfish Bowl, for which he won the 2004 Governor General’s award for Drama. Known for his deep themes, witty dialogue, and accessible “theatre of the absurd” aesthetic, Morris Panych’s work is characterized by a comic oscillation between hope and despair.,Directed by Dorian Lang, with Stage Management by Olivia McGinn, The Story of a Sinking Man will be performed at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS), as part of the 25th Annual Atlantic Fringe Festival. Showtimes are September 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, and 13th, all at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10 cash at the door, and can be purchased in advance through the Atlantic Fringe Box Office at www.atlanticfringe.ca.

Beer School (Auction House Halifax)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: August 18, 2015 - June 29, 2016

An informative casual evening to inform beer enthusiasts and beer skeptics alike about the wonders of beer, the differences in each kind of beer as well as similarities and variations of a type of beer. Tickets are 15$, and the price includes three half pints of beer samples with three food pairings. At the Auction House 7:30 PM on the last Wednesday of every month
Tickets are $15, and the price includes three half pints of beer samples with three food pairings.

5K Foam Fest (Foam Fest)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: August 15, 2015 - August 15, 2015

5K Foam Fest Canada is a one of a kind event. They make it a fun and exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners alike. It’s not a HARDCORE race it’s a FUNCORE race. The goal is to have fun! Walk it, Charge it, Run it, Fun it! The 5K Foam Fest Canada puts a bouncy, foamy twist on your typical mud run with 20+ obstacles from army crawls, climbing walls, foam and mud pits, cargo nets, body washers, slip’n slides and the worlds tallest inflatable water slide! Top the whole thing off with a visit to the festival zone filled with music, sampling, food vendors and a bunch of new friends.

For Ski Wentworth seasons pass holders, they're offering discounted entry fees. Use the coupon code “WENTWORTHPASS” at check out! Don’t wait to sign up Click http://www.5kfoamfest.ca/locations/halifax/ to sign up for the nova Scotia location!

Halifax International Busker Festival (Halifax Waterfront)

Category: Festivals
Dates: July 29, 2015 - August 3, 2015

The Halifax International Busker Festival is the oldest and largest of its kind in Canada. The Festival Team is excited to offer electrifying international performers from Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand! Come and watch them perform a wide variety of street theatre, acrobatics, music, visual arts, fire displays and comedy.

Admittance to the festival is free, but we ask you to please show the performers how much you appreciate their amazing talent and skills by tipping the hat!

Email info@pegentertainment.ca for more info.

Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour (Parks Canada)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: July 10, 2015 - October 30, 2015

Slip into the shadows of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and come find out if the many legends of ghost hauntings are true, if you dare! Public ghost tours are offered in English every Friday and Saturday evenings starting July 10 and until October 30. Tours begin at 8:30p.m. at the front entrance kiosk. Call 902-426-1990 or email bookings@regimental.com for more info, or visit the website. Booked tours are available year-round in English and French.
Public Tour: Adult $12, Youth $8, Students/Senior (65+) $10, Family $35 - Cash only. Booked Tours - call 902-426-1990 for pricing.

2015 TD Halifax Jazz Festival (Halifax Jazz Festival)

Category: Arts and Entertainment
Dates: July 8, 2015 - July 12, 2015

The TD Halifax Jazz Festival, formerly known as the Atlantic Jazz Festival, is the oldest jazz festival and largest summer festival in Atlantic Canada. Designated a Hallmark Event by the Halifax Regional Municipality, the event attracts up to 55,000 visitors, involves 450 volunteers and employs over 350 local musicians. Our stages proudly present jazz, the heart and core of our programming, and its relations--world, roots, blues, Latin, R&B, and more.

Admission details
Tickets range from $10 to $42. Halifax Jazz Festival members receive the best discount. Tickets though the festival's official ticket provider, etixnow.com, include all taxes and service fees, and are the same price no matter where you purchase them.

36th Biennial Marblehead-to-Halifax Ocean Race (Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: July 5, 2015 - July 9, 2015

The Boston Yacht Club and the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron are pleased to announce the 36th Biennial Marblehead-to-Halifax Ocean Race. The race will start on 5 July 2015, and is open to all yachts meeting the requirements published in the Notice of Race and which are accepted by MHORC. The race will offer scoring under IRC, ORR, PHRF Racing, PHRF Cruising and HPR. The race will start in Marblehead, Massachusetts, and will finish in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and is an ISAF Category 2 event.

This race is a qualifier for the Northern Ocean Racing Trophy for IRC yachts, the New England Lighthouse Series for PHRF yachts and the ORR East Coast Championship. Special competitions will include double handed crew in the spinnaker divisions, club teams, and elderly crews.

The Olin J. Stephens Trophy will be awarded for the yacht scored under ORR with the best combined performance in the 2014 Newport Bermuda Race and the 2015 Marblehead-to-Halifax Race. Dual scored yachts in PHRF Racing or IRC are also eligible for this trophy.

Chelsea Clock Trophies will be awarded for the best combined performance in the 2015 Annapolis to Newport and Marblehead-to-Halifax Races in the IRC, PHRF Racing, and Doublehanded Divisions.

The Friar Trophy will be awarded to the yacht with the best combined performance in Route Halifax Saint-Pierre 2014 and this 2015 Marblehead-to-Halifax Ocean Race. This race is also the qualifier for the Friar Trophy combined award with Route Halifax Saint-Pierre 2016.

Festival (Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo)

Category: Festivals
Dates: June 30, 2015 - July 7, 2015

The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a week-long event held every year in Nova Scotia.

The two-and-a-half hour family show is fast-paced – every scene only lasts about 3-6 minutes, so there is always something new to see and experience. Looking for a taste of true Nova Scotia? There’s bagpipes, highland dancers, la culture de l’acadie and military traditions.

Hoping for something more modern? The Tattoo also features innovative acrobatic acts, modern music, contemporary dancing, trampoline routines and cutting-edge videos.

There's also workshops and festival events all free! Check out the details by exploring the menu options to the left.

Make-A-Wish Rope for Hope Halifax (Make-A-Wish Atlantic Provinces)

Category: Fundraisers and Volunteer
Dates: June 13, 2015 - June 13, 2015

Make-A-Wish Rope for Hope Presented by Canadian Western Bank is a challenge event taking place in 8 sites across Canada, including Halifax. Participants are asked to fundraise a minimum of $1500 for the opportunity to rappel from the roof of the Westin Nova Scotian on June 13, 2015. All funds raise will go towards local wish granting activities across Atlantic Canada. Make-A-Wish Atlantic Provinces grants the wishes of Atlantic Canadian kids living with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich their lives with hope, strength and joy.

Frag For Cancer (Joseph Allen)

Category: Fundraisers and Volunteer
Dates: June 11, 2015 - July 1, 2015

About Frag For Charity

Frag For Charity is an initiative of volunteers that raises funds and awareness for cancer charities by hosting local and online video game tournaments, auctions and entertainment events. It was founded in 2006 after a gamer lost his father to lung cancer. Over the last 9 years, Frag For Charity has raised over $90 000 in more than 20 events for health-related charities including the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart & Stroke Foundation, and the Canadian Mental Health Association.

About Frag For Cancer

Frag For Cancer is Frag For Charity’s headline annual event: a weekend of gaming tournaments and entertainment. Last year’s Frag for Cancer 9 raised $17 000 for the Canadian Cancer Society! This year promises to be bigger and better, with a huge prize pool.

4th North Atlantic Zebrafish Research Symposium (Dalhousie University)

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Dates: June 8, 2015 - June 8, 2015

This will be the 4th year for this biannual meeting that brings together researchers from across the Maritime provinces and northern New England who use the zebrafish to model human diseases including cancer, blood disorders, and infections with a goal of exploiting the conserved genetics and superior imaging capabilities of this organism to better understand these diseases and find novel therapies.

Previous keynote speakers have included Dr. Pierre Drapeau (U de Montreal), Dr. Tom Look (Harvard Medical School/Dana Farber Cancer Institute), Dr. John Postlethwait (U of Oregon), Dr. Melody Neely (Wayne State University) and Dr. David Tobin (Duke U).

This year’s meeting with feature keynote speaker, Dr. Stephen C. Ekker, the Director, Mayo Addiction Research Center, Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Editor-in-Chief, Zebrafish Mayo Clinic Cancer Center is a leader in the field.

On average 80 – 100 attendees are expected, who through oral presentations, poster sessions and social events, this meeting has tremendous capacity to enhance collaborations and advance scientific discoveries that ultimately have the potential to improve the treatment and outcome for children and adults in the region suffering from cancer, infections and immune-mediated diseases.

This year’s theme will be genomic technologies. Two hands-on workshops have been added to the schedule : Genome Editing and Bioinformatics.

We encourage anyone who does not presently use the zebrafish model but would be interested in future collaborations to come to this year's meeting.

Reebok Spartan Race Halifax 5K Sprint (Reebok)

Category: Sports and Fitness
Dates: June 6, 2015 - June 6, 2015

Spartan Race integrates obstacles with the natural terrain to create the best racing experience possible. Each course is unique. So racers never compete on the same course twice. What happens if you fall off or fail to complete an obstacle? It’s simple, just drop and give us 30 burpees before moving on!

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I long to accomplish a great and noble task, but it is my chief duty to accomplish small tasks as if they were great and noble.

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