Happy weekend Halifax! The city is full of life this weekend as spring comes into full bloom. Whether you're looking for fantastic discounts, Mother's Day plans, or late night adventures, Halifax has something for you! Make the most out of your weekend and explore everything the city has going on!
1. Halifax Comedy Fest 2026
📅 May 5-10 |📍 Multiple Locations
Laugh the weekend away at multiple comedy performances across the city as Halifax Comedy Fest takes over!
2. The Spring Wellness Expo
📅 May 8-9 |📍 The Annex
Treat yourself to a day of learning and exploring everything to do with health and wellness as over 140 locally owned businesses come together to show you everything they have to offer.
3. Science of Beer
📅 May 9 |📍 Discovery Centre
Discover the science behind one of the world's most popular beverages as local breweries and the discovery centre partner up to present an evening of tasting, hands-on-science, and a behind-the-scenes look into the regions local brews.
4. Open City
📅 May 9 |📍Multiple Locations
Celebrate the city and all it has to offer as local businesses across HRM offer special discounts, events, and more to kick off the busy summer season.
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5. Mother's Day Brunch
📅 May 10 |📍 Westin Nova Scotian
Treat your mom to a delicious Mother's Day meal with live music, activities, and more fun for the whole family!
6. Gallery Hop
📅 May 9 |📍 Multiple Galleries
Hop from gallery to gallery and enjoy an afternoon of art and special events hosted by galleries across Halifax and Bedford.
7. Peaky Blinders Night & Cocktail Launch
📅 May 8 |📍 Tapestry Beer Bar
Take a trip back to the 1920's as this bar turns into a speakeasy for the night as they celebrate the launch of Barkeep Cocktails.
8. Harbour Hopper Tour
📅 May 9 |📍 Harbour Hopper
Take advantage of 20% off Harbour Hopper Tours on May 9th to celebrate Open City! No code needed, discount already applied to tours, just book and you're all set!
No matter how you like to spend your weekends—exploring outdoors, enjoying local food, or soaking up the arts—Halifax has something waiting for you. Pick your favourites, make your plans, and get ready to enjoy everything this weekend has to offer.
