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The 411: Community Events in the HRM

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Registration is now open for September at SEDICE Spanish Heritage Language and Culture School in Halifax.

With new reduced tuition by age group, offering engaging Spanish courses for all levels, including a Heritage Spanish program where high school students can earn a high school credit.

GO BY BIKE MONTH

Log every ride, compete on individual and team leaderboards, and enter to win over $2,000 in prizes.

What is Go By Bike Month

Go By Bike Month is a city-wide campaign organized by the Halifax Cycling Coalition throughout September to get more people cycling. From commutes and errands to recreational rides, all trips count toward building a healthier, more bike-friendly Halifax.

Our Goals

Build public awareness of cycling as a social good

Show that cycling is for everyone, across ages and backgrounds

Generate data to support future cycling infrastructure in HRM

How it Works

Go By Bike Month runs on one simple idea: ride (more) in September and logthose rides. There are a few ways to do that.

If you connect Cycling Guide, Strava, or Ride with GPS to your Go By Bike profile, your rides will sync automatically. If you do not use any of these apps,you can log each ride manually by entering the date and distance in kilometres.

Cycling Guide is a free app for finding low-stress cycling routes in Halifax. We are partnering with the Cycling Guide Foundation to bring Go By Bike Month to their app and track distance for participants.

More info HERE.

Date of Event: September 19, 2026.

Event Information:

Lace up your walking shoes and join us on Saturday, September 19 at Point Pleasant Park for the Halifax Bladder Cancer Walk in support of Bladder Cancer Canada. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to walk, connect, and help make a difference for Canadians affected by bladder cancer. Registration begins at 9 am, with the walk taking place from 10am-noon, with refreshments and activities following.

Date of Event: September 19, 2026

Event Information: Steppin’ Out for PANS PANDAS 2 & 5 km Walk

No Registration Fee – Join the Movement!

Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 12-3 PM

About the 2026 Steppin’ Out for PANS PANDAS Walk

On Saturday, September 19 from 12-3 PM, The Inflamed Brain Alliance will host our 4th Annual Steppin’ Out for PANS PANDAS walk, a 2 or 5 km event you can join virtually or in-person at one of these growing locations:

Why We Walk

We walk to bring hope, visibility, and better care to children, youth, adults, and families affected by PANS PANDAS.

www.inflamedbrain.org/steppin-out

Can’t walk? Support a team, donate, or volunteer at a walk location.

Date of Event: September 20, 2026

Event Information:

The 46th annual Terry Fox Run in Halifax is on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Point Pleasant Park. Registration begins at 9:00 AM, and the run starts at 10:00 AM.

Event Information

  • Location: Point Pleasant Park, Halifax
  • Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
  • Registration Time: 9:00 AM
  • Start Time: 10:00 AM

Date of Event: September 20, 2026

Event Information: ElderDog Paws at DeWolf Park Sunday, Sept 20, 2026 10:30 am to 2 pm (rain date Sunday, Sept 27) Gathering for families and dogs featuring a vendor market, dog activities, nail trims and prize raffles to support ElderDog Canada

Date of Event: September 21, 2026

Event Information: MacKenzie Greenwell, Tap Dancer (Halifax/Kjipuktuk, NS) Nova Sinfonia Orchestral Society presents the first concert in its 2026-27 season on Monday, September 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Halifax United Church (formerly St. Andrew’s), 6036 Coburg Road. MacKenzie Greenwell Taps Into Nova Sinfonia presents blues, jazz, tap-inspired favourites and orchestral classics, featuring guest artist Halifax tap-dancer MacKenzie Greenwell, under the direction of conductor Christopher Palmer. The concert features music by Mozart, Handel, Gershwin and others, including Palmer’s own piece, From the Delta to Chicago. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for under 30s, and are available from novasinfonia.ca and at the door. There will be an open dress rehearsal on Sunday, September 20 at 2:00 p.m. for anyone who can’t make Monday’s performance. Admittance to dress rehearsal is by freewill donation

Date of Event: September 25-27, 2026

Event Information:

Join The Villains Theatre for a free outdoor theatre play that moves through music, memory, and magic to teach us about what we can see from our tiny place in the universe. ‘A Beginner’s Guide to the Night Sky’ introduces us to Léo, a young nonbinary person, who invites us into their mother’s observational astronomy class. The effervescent and unabashed Albertine tells us about the stars through music, metaphor, and story, teaching us songs to sing along with her and enthusiastically showing us the universe from her perspective. Inviting the audience to enjoy the night sky, learn about the universe, and sing a capella songs together, this play is an hour-long piece of queer magic that is heartbreaking, uplifting, and full of joy. This is an outdoor show; in case of rain the event will be cancelled. Please bring your own chair or blanket for seating! Villainstheatre.com for more info

Date of Event: September 26, 2026

Event Information: Yuks for a Playground is a 19+ comedy night fundraiser presented by Uniacke Neighbours Investing in Tomorrow’s Youth (UNITY) in support of the Inclusive Playground Project at Uniacke District School. Join us Saturday, September 26 at the Mount Uniacke Fire Hall for a night of laughs featuring Yuk Yuk’s comedians Chris Halef, Albert Coombes and Scott Belford. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show runs from 8:00 to 9:30 PM. Tickets are $35, with proceeds supporting the Inclusive Playground Project and helping create a playground where more children in our community can play together. Tickets are available through Eventbrite

Date of Event: October 3, 2026.

Event Information: UCOF Fall Fashion Festival: Halifax Showcase From Roots to Runway: Designing Belonging Celebrate fashion, culture, and community storytelling at the Halifax stop of the UCOF Fall Fashion Festival. This vibrant showcase brings together multicultural designers, models, performers, and artists for an afternoon of creativity and connection . Event Details Date: October 3, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Venue: Joseph Strug Concert Hall, 1385 Seymour St, Halifax, NS Tickets 🎟️ Visit ucof-fashion.org/fall-fashion-festival for tickets and more information.

Date of Event: October 4 2026.

Event Information:

Join us for the first annual UDS Home & School Harvest Market on Sunday, October 4 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Uniacke District School in Mount Uniacke. Shop from local makers, bakers, artists and small businesses while supporting our school community. Proceeds support UDS Home & School initiatives, including the Inclusive Playground Project.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/1337575118537165

Date of Event: October 8, 2026

Event Information: CNIB Guide Dog Gala On World Sight Day – Thursday, October 8, 2026 – join CNIB at the CNIB Guide Dog Gala in support of CNIB Guide Dogs. It will be an unforgettable night where you will eat incredible food, meet guide dogs and puppies-in-training, connect with our community, hear inspiring stories, and see firsthand the incredible impact guide dogs make every day. Also – new this year – you’ll have the opportunity to pet, play with, and snuggle puppies in our puppy room filled with puppies from Halifax Puppy Yoga! Don’t miss this special evening!

Date of Event: Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Event Information:

The Navy Divers continue to support Christmas Daddies with a 50 K Run

The 44th Annual Christmas Daddies Navy Divers fundraising campaign to help less fortunate children in the Maritime Provinces have a better holiday season, has begun.

Members of the Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) also known as the NAVY DIVERS, will be raising funds in support of children in need this holiday season with a 50 K RUN and the public is invited to join in on the tradition!

Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) invites you to join them during their Navy Divers 50 K Run Saturday, October 17 - Shearwater Flyer Trail

7:00 am registration @ Shearwater Fitness & Sports Centre

Run begins at 8 am

Registration Fee $100Includes $90 charitable tax receipt

Click here to register in the Navy Divers 50 K Run

Fundraising efforts by the Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic will also continue during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 11 am to 6 pm (Atlantic) on CTV at various locations throughout the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Date of Event: October 22, 2026.

Event Information:

DASC Presents: LAYERS - AN ART EXPERIENCE

Join DASC for an evening celebrating 60 years of creating opportunities and building an inclusive community.

Enjoy an evening of networking, original artwork, and live entertainment. Browse and purchase mixed media, ceramic, and collaborative artwork by DASC and local community artists, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow business professionals.

Tickets on sale at DASCART.CA