Summer is in full swing, and Halifax is buzzing with excitement as locals and visitors alike gear up for some of the most anticipated festivals of the year. From music to food and everything in between, there’s something for everyone!
In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the most exciting summer festivals taking place in Halifax this year. Whether you’re a foodie, a music lover, or a culture enthusiast, you’re sure to find a festival that piques your interest.
So mark your calendars and get ready to experience the best of Halifax’s summer festival scene!
Bedford Days Celebration
Bedford Days is a ten-day celebration of ethnic diversity and plain old-fashioned fun that offers family-friendly activities and events. The Bedford Days website is the finest resource for learning all the details of the Celebration’s events!
Halifax Jazz Festival with Kids
The annual TD Halifax Jazz Festival is just one of the many musical and educational events that have been presented by Halifax Jazz Festival (HJF) since 1987. The oldest jazz festival and biggest summer festival in Atlantic Canada is the TD Halifax Jazz Festival, originally known as the Atlantic Jazz Festival. The festival, which the Halifax Regional Municipality has named a Hallmark Event, can draw up to 65,000 guests, includes 400 volunteers, and pays over 350 local musicians.
The Halifax Jazz Festival (HJF), formerly known as JazzEast Rising, was founded in 1987 to host the first-ever Halifax Jazz Festival in Nova Scotia, Canada (formerly known as the Atlantic Jazz Festival). Since becoming a registered charity, HJF has expanded its focus to include a variety of musical and educational endeavors year-round in addition to the popular TD Halifax Jazz Festival. Join the festivities from July 11-16!
Halifax Pride Festival
The 2SLGBTQ+ community gathers annually for 11 days in the Halifax Regional Municipality for the Halifax Pride Festival. The history, culture, activism, and tenacity of the queer community are honored via more than 150 activities that Pride and the local community have created. The Halifax Pride Society plans a lot of big and small events, but we also work closely with a variety of gay groups and individuals all year long to assist them in organizing their own activities and events. Events will commence on July 20th.
Nova Multifest
Visit the Alderney Landing’s Annual Multifest, starting on the 20th of July, to celebrate Nova Scotia! Multifest is a celebration of variety and culture that will feature food from many different cultures as well as music, art, and exhibitions. Explore exhibits, performances, and demonstrations that reflect the multicultural diversity that makes Nova Scotia special.
More festivals to celebrate at https://www.familyfuncanada.com/halifax/halifax-summer-festivals-you-wont-want-to-miss/
References:
https://www.halifaxjazzfestival.ca/
https://www.halifaxpride.com/
https://www.familyfuncanada.com/
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