The capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax, has long been a secret treasure awaiting exploration by intrepid voyagers. This seaside city is set to enthrall tourists with its singular fusion of history, culture, and scenic beauty as we enter 2024. With its bustling festivals and historical sites, Halifax is a destination that should be high on your list of places to visit this year.
Symphony Nova Scotia’s 40th Season
The orchestra that properly represents Nova Scotia is Symphony Nova Scotia. Featuring some of the most inventive concerts and educational programs in the nation, Symphony Nova Scotia, a Halifax-based organization with performances all around the province, annually engages over 50,000 Nova Scotians of all ages.
With a stellar concert schedule that includes “The Music of Queen” (which opens in January 2024) and their “Blockbuster Movie Hits: Heroes and Heroines” show (which takes place in April 2024), Symphony Nova Scotia is celebrating their 40th anniversary in the 2023–2024 season.
Emera Blue Nose Marathon
There is something for everyone at the Emera Blue Nose Marathon, a running event in Downtown Halifax that consists of six events at various distances. You’ll experience the energy whether you wish to support the athletes or run yourself!
The flagship event of Blue Nose is the Blue Nose Marathon, also referred to as “the people’s marathon.” All ages, skill levels, and fitness levels are welcome to participate in this annual Victoria Day weekend event. This is a volunteer-run organization with a strong local presence.
Cultural Foodie Festivals
There are numerous cultural festivals held in Halifax, all with a strong culinary focus. These events range from the May Asian Food & Culture Festival to the September Halifax Lebanese Festival.
To explore the rich diversity of the region’s cultures, visit Halifax in 2024 during one of the numerous intriguing and delectable cultural events.
Peggy’s Cove Area Festival of the Arts
The Peggy’s Cove Area Festival of the Arts is already a much-anticipated local event that has placed the area on the map of places to see art and made it a “must do” for many tourists. You will discover something to enjoy in this extraordinary location that serves as an inspiration to so many artists between July 3 and July 14.
Experience the renowned Peggy’s Cove village at the Peggy’s Cove Area Festival of the Arts. Over the course of the yearly three-day event, observe the hamlet come alive with color as numerous skilled artists set up their easels to paint the town. Guests are welcome to observe artists in action and inquire about their creative process.
More reasons to explore Halifax at https://discoverhalifaxns.com/things-to-do/top10/
References:
https://discoverhalifaxns.com/
https://bluenosemarathon.com/
https://peggyscoveareafestivalofthearts.com/
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