Who Let The Dogs Out screening
Friday
Over 120 movies will be shown at this year's FIN Atlantic International Film Festival—and while they are all awesome in their own way, who could resist this wild, wacky, deep-dive into the Baha Men's biggest hit? Catch it at Cineplex Cinemas Parklane. more deets
Italian Weekend
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Knocked down but not out by Hurricane Dorian, this festival of all things Italy was postponed to this weekend. Sample language lessons, bocce, and lots and lots of tasty food at the Italian Cultural Centre. Ciao! more deets
The Word on the Street Festival
Saturday
Have you heard the word? The Word on the Street Book & Magazine Festival returns to Halifax Central Library for three floors of author Q&As, poetry readings, panel discussions and more. more deets
North By Night Market
Saturday
The final night market of the summer sees DJs, food trucks and local artisans descend on Gottingen Street for an end-of-season hurrah. more deets
The Birds and the Bees
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
The Nova Scotia Potters Guild's latest group effort sees this pastoral-steeped showcase, buzzing and flapping with works inspired by—and bedecked with—birds and bees, descend upon the Craig Gallery. more deets
Being-in-the Breathable: 44.649589,-63.574150
Saturday, Sunday
A map of the city and its heart, this collection of paintings stamped with co-ordinates act as a record of the walks artist On Kawara took while visiting Halifax in 1973. more deets
Salvador Dali, a suite of prints
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
The dandy of dadaism and sultan of surrealism, there is no comparison to Dali. Here at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, his later work—widely influenced by the Italian Renaissance and the Catholic Church—provides a rare glimpse into the post-melting-clock years. more deets
11 Layers
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
A group showcase by 11 emerging artists who participated in the Centre for Craft Nova Scotia's Summer Professional Development Residency. more deets
Heart Attack Kids w/Diner Drugs
Friday
High-voltage rock that'll shred your eardrums is the big promise the Heart Attack Kids always delivers on. Witness for yourself at Gus'. more deets
Mobina Galore
Sunday
The Winnipeg power-chord punk duo Mobina Galore has shared the stage with the likes of Against Me! and Propagandhi, but steal the show in their own right. See 'em in action at Gus'. more deets
Jah'Mila
Saturday
The roots-y reggae of Jah'Mila will make a fan out of you. Catch the beat at Bearly's! more deets
Jinjoo Cho w/Hyun Soo Kim
Saturday
Prize-winning violinist Jinjoo Cho returns to the Maritime Conservatory for a highly-charged performance with celebrated pianist Hyun Soo Kim. more deets