Halifax brings a lively calendar of events, with vibrant festivals, wellness shows, exciting performances, and community gatherings filling the city’s energy in April 2025. Whether you’re looking to celebrate cultural heritage, experience thrilling sports action, or enjoy family-friendly fun, Halifax in April offers a dynamic mix for everyone. Here is the list of events and things to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia in April 2025.
April Events in Halifax:
Color Jam – Holi Festival
- Date: April 26, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Alderney Landing, 2 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Description: Celebrate the colorful spirit of Holi at the Color Jam Festival, featuring live music, dance performances, food vendors, and vibrant color throws in a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
Family Fair Day 2025
- Date: April 26, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: 5666 Sebastian St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Join the Family Fair Day for an evening filled with games, activities, entertainment, and delicious treats for kids and adults alike, promoting community bonding and family fun.
Halifax Health and Wellness Show
- Date: April 26, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Cedar Event Centre, 111 Clayton Park Dr, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Explore holistic health solutions, wellness products, fitness programs, and expert advice at Halifax’s premier health and wellness exhibition designed to inspire a healthy lifestyle.
OutFest
- Date: April 26 – 27, 2025
- Location: The Bus Stop Theatre Co-operative, 2203 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: OutFest brings a week-long celebration of LGBTQIA+ voices through theatre, music, film screenings, and discussions, fostering creativity and inclusivity throughout Halifax.
Halifax Thunderbirds vs Team TBD
- Date: April 26 – 27, 2025
- Location: Scotiabank Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Cheer on the Halifax Thunderbirds as they battle it out in an exhilarating playoff match, promising non-stop action and entertainment for lacrosse fans.
Haligonian Vendor Market
- Date: April 27, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Halifax Brewery Market, 312-1496 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Support local artisans and entrepreneurs at the Haligonian Vendor Market, showcasing handcrafted goods, unique products, and delicious local foods.
ABRA Cadabra – A Tribute To ABBA
- Date: April 28, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Location: Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, 6101 University Ave, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Dance and sing along to timeless ABBA hits with ABRA Cadabra, a spectacular tribute performance bringing the legendary Swedish pop group’s music back to life.
Asian Heritage Month 2025 Celebration
- Date: April 29, 2025
- Time: 4:30 PM
- Location: Woodlawn Public Library, 31 Eisener Blvd, Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Description: Kick off Asian Heritage Month with cultural performances, storytelling, and community celebrations honoring the contributions and traditions of Asian Canadians.
Fat Nick Live Performance
- Date: April 29, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Rap sensation Fat Nick lights up Halifax with a high-energy concert featuring his signature beats and unforgettable stage presence.
KXLLSWXTCH Concert
- Date: April 29 – 30, 2025
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax, NS, Canada
- Description: Dive into an electrifying night of music with KXLLSWXTCH, blending genres and powerful lyrics to create an unforgettable live experience.
2025 Annual General Meeting
- Date: April 30, 2025
- Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: Halifax Chamber of Commerce, 32 Akerley Blvd #100, Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Description: Attend the 2025 Annual General Meeting to connect with Halifax’s business community, discuss upcoming initiatives, and network with local leaders.
As Halifax welcomes spring, the city’s events this April offer everything from colorful festivals to thrilling concerts, vibrant markets, and health-focused shows. Make sure to mark your calendar and experience the best that Halifax has to offer!
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