The Ha!ifax Comedy Festival began in 1994 as an Atlantic Canadian comedy festival, promoting and showcasing talent from the Atlantic Provinces in the clubs in downtown Halifax. For information: info@halifaxcomedyfest.ca

SuperNova features an eclectic line-up of innovative theatre, comedy, music and special events that make it a ten day entertainment extravaganza. The best and brightest touring productions from across the country take centre stage alongside equally thrilling homegrown fare. And SuperNova Kids presentations appeal to the young and young at heart.

The Festival is an opportunity to celebrate our province's cultural diversity through performances, workshops, food vendors and visual displays. You are invited to be a part of this exciting event and take away a new understanding of the value diverse cultures contribute to a vibrant and exciting Nova Scotia.

Catch! The Nova Scotia Seafood Festival is a celebration of Nova Scotia Seafood. The event is open to the public and showcases seafood in a variety of meals.

The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is one of the world's premiere cultural and entertainment spectaculars with over 2000 first-class Canadian & international, military and civilian performers.

An eclectic mix of music, fireworks and family entertainment on July 1st for Canada Day.

Official 2010 dates TBA. Check the website for updates.

The TD Canada Trust Atlantic Jazz Festival is Atlantic Canada’s largest music festival with over 450 local, national and international performers delighting audiences for nine days every summer. From African rhythms to Celtic fusions, from classic jazz with a capitol J and impromptu jam sessions with lots of improv to captivating soloists and big brass ensembles, the Atlantic Jazz Festival is an event that performers, critics and audiences all agree, is one of the best kept secrets in Canada.

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Halifax Rocks will take place on the Halifax Commons in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The event will play host to thousands of music lovers and a strong lineup of performers.

Atlantic Canada’s largest Pride Festival with a number of events leading up to the big parade. Visit www.halifaxpride.ca or www.rainbowhalifax.com for more information or email: chair@halifaxpride.org!

This is the largest outdoor festival in Atlantic Canada. This world renowned "street theater" festival entertains up to 450,000 local and tourists on an annual basis. You will see world-class performers from acrobats, jugglers, fire artists, contortionists, musicians and much, much more.