7:00 p.m.

Winter Dream

Quoir is a queer, inclusive, accessible, and no-audition-required choir for 2SLGBTQIA+ who love to sing. They present “Winter Dream,” a choral production of a queer holiday wish-list, featuring songs from Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah McLachlan, Chappell Roan, Taylor Swift, Fleet Foxes, the Backstreet Boys, and more. Come hear brilliant voices thread together a story highlighting what truly makes the season sparkle for chosen family.

Tickets are $20 plus tax & fees, available online or at the Aldnery box office.

Location: Alderney Landing Theatre, 2 Octherloney Street, Dartmouth

7:00 p.m.

The Towers Stole Christmas

Whoville, but make it high fashion ✨👠 🎄 🌟Join us for a spectacular evening of Holiday Themed Drag performances! Get ready for your favourite Haus performing live on stage at Rumours, giving santa a run for his money, honey!💰🎅

Tickets: $15 Presale (e-transfer thehausoftowers@gmail.com) or $20 at the door. Doors open at 7 and show is at 8. RSVP on Facebook.

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

8:00 p.m. to Midnight

Video Dance Party

Presented by DaiseyM with videos from the '70s to present day. No cover. All welcome, 19+.

Location: Freemans Little New York, 3671 Dutch Village Road

1:00 p.m.

Drag Brunch Ceilidh - Holiday Edition

A classic (PG-13) drag brunch, celebrating the season! Join AnnaMonaPia and her friends as they celebrate the holidays.

Tickets: $20.50, available online. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are general admission and first come first serve. (email anna.monapia@outlook.com for specific seating requests)

Location: Old Triangle, 5136 Prince Street

SOLD OUT

Spencer House Christmas Dinner & Entertainment hosted by Halifax's Jewish community

Here's a story about the 2019 one.

At: Spencer House, 5596 Morris Street

6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

RumoursHFX Christmas Event

Rumours will welcome patrons on Christmas Day at 6pm. The evening features special drink offers and entertainment by DJ Dru from 9pm to 1am. RSVP on Facebook.

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

9:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Bear Bar @ Rumours

Rumour has it that we’re taking over a gay bar and turning it into a BearBall! Join us on Saturday, December 28th as we fill the bar with beards, bellies, and booties for a steamy soirée at Rumours Cabaret. Leather, fetish wear, jock straps, pup gear, and sexy undies are encouraged. As long as your front bits are covered, you can wear whatever you’d like!

Cost: $10 cover at the door (no advance tickets). We recommend arriving early to ensure you get in as we expect a capacity crowd. It may be cold out, so come turn up the heat with us! RSVP on Facebook.

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

9:00 p.m.

Make the Yuletide Gay - An ADHD Holi-Gay Drag Show

What?! We missed the Holigays?!? Oh no we did not. It is time to get away from the hustle and bustle and come be with our fam at our special night.

FelixStatic and RougeFatale bring their festive romp back again. A fun night of drag and festive performances, treats, lots of laughs and which host will fall over this year?

Tickets: $15 at the door or $10 in advance (e-transfer to peroxide69@yahoo.com with names). Pay-what-you-can options available. RSVP on Facebook.

Location: StaggersPub, 28 Portland Street, Dartmouth

9:00 p.m. to Midnight

Mask4MaskQueersHfx New Year's Party

Come ring in the New Year with us! Join us for dancing, socializing, and a midnight countdown. The first hour will be for chatting and socializing, with music kept at a lower volume. Then from 10pm until midnight it’s a full-on dance party!

This is an adult-oriented event. Please note that this is also a dry event, no alcohol will be served.

Access notes available here: http://bit.ly/Mask4MaskHFX. Masking is required.

Location: Local Council of Women, 989 Young Avenue. This building has a very interesting history! Click here!

9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Disco Glam! NYE 2025 at StardustBar

Get ready to sparkle, shine, and dance the night away as we welcome 2025 in unforgettable style.

What to Expect:

🎶 Live DJ Sets: Featuring the incredible DJ Fawn Big Canoe spinning the hottest disco and dance tracks all night.

✨ Special Performances: By the one and only Zara Matrix – expect an electrifying show!

🥂 Midnight Toast: Complimentary sparkling wine or kombucha served at midnight to celebrate the countdown in style.

🍴 Hors d’Oeuvres: Delicious bites included to keep you fueled on the dance floor (including GF and Vegan). Served until 10:30.

🎩 Coat Check: Convenient coat check to keep your glam look intact.

💃 Disco Glam Theme: Come dressed in your most dazzling, fabulous attire – think sequins, sparkles, and retro vibes!

Tickets are $54.58, available online. Tickets Include: coat check, welcome drink (served until 11:30PM), hors d’oeuvres (served until 10:30PM or have run out), midnight sparkling wine or kombucha, and access to all performances and entertainment.

Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

1:00 p.m.

QueerArabsHalifax Meetup

Join for some coffee and chats! Our first hangout in 2025!

Location: Tea for Turtle Tea House, 5601 Fenwick Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

HalifaxPride Community Consultation - Volunteer Program

Halifax Pride is introducing a new community feedback program in 2024/25, replacing the planning committees hosted in previous years. These meetings, open to the public, will each focus on a core aspect of the festival and its planning process.

Each 60-90 minute session, hosted via Zoom, will give community members the opportunity to learn about current operations and processes, and give direct feedback on areas of improvement or change. The sessions will be facilitated by both a staff member and board member, and conversation will be generally guided by standard questions developed by our team in advance.

All feedback gathered will be reviewed and considered by staff in their operational work throughout the year. Attendees will also be able to complete a post-sessions survey to provide further thoughts and feedback.

Register to participate in the Zoom discussion.

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

OutFest's Launch

This event will be both in-person + streamed. Page1Theatre will be announcing all of the different performances, partnerships, and events happening at OutFest 2025, our TENTH festival! Following the launch, Early Bird tickets will be on sale until March.

Some of the artists may be in attendance to tell you about their show, while others may submit a video, introducing themselves to the community.

There will be snacks, beverages, and an opportunity to chat with some of the folks involved.

🧏 🦻 ASL provided.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Rainbow Rights Workshop

Do you feel educated about your human rights protections as a queer person? Do you know what legal protections are here for you? Sign up for a FREE queer rights workshop! This Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia workshop will review things like:

✨ Human rights protections, including provincial and federal human rights legislation,

✨ A review of other legal protections, and

✨ How to stay sane and self-advocate in sustainable ways.

This workshop is designed for queer folks themselves, and those who support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We invite you to share this with anyone who may benefit from this offering.

Register for the free online (Zoom) workshop.

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Ball at the Brewery 3: A Garrison Pageant

The Ball at the Brewery 3 is back and better than ever: 8 competitors compete for the title, 3 sickening judges and 2 stunning hosts. Runway, Performance then the top 2 lipsynch for the crown.

Hosted by TrinityFoxx and BrookeRivers, featuring guest judge Kiara from Canada's Drag Race, season 1.

Tickets: advance $15 (+ fees and taxes) or $20, available online. Add meet and greet with Kiara and reserved seating for an extra $15.

Location: Garrison Brewing Company, 1149 Marginal Road

8:45 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Power Pop Girls Drag Tour

Sugar... Spice... and everything POP. Get ready for the PowerPop Girls Maritime Drag Tour. Showcasing the iconic hit TV show the Powerpuff Girls, with a spin on the upcoming musical sensations Chappel Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and Charli XCX.

Presented by BILF, FILF, and Dahlia Dior... with special guest ProshennaRett!

Tickets: advance $10 (+ fees and taxes) available online or $20 at the door.

Location: 2 Crows Brewing, 1932 Brunswick Street

6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Pop Punk Powerhouse Pt 2

See you in the Pit with 15 of Halifax’s Best Burlesque and Drag Performers and 2 Live Bands - The Kids from Yesterday (My Chemical Romance tribute band) and Paraless (Paramore tribute band). We also have everyone’s favourite emo baddie from east coast emo night on the deck @shellingwolf.

Reminisce on your warped tour days and join us for an unforgettable night stacked with entertainment and vendors.

Tickets: Advance tiered tickets starting at $15 or $30 at the door. Doors open at 6:30, show from 7 to 10:30.

Location: Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen Street

5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Drag Story Time: Leading library values

In recent years, Drag Story Times have become one of the most controversial children’s programming offerings in the public library world, striking electric chords with both the political left and right. The Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) has twice found itself at the centre of such controversy. In 2019, Ashley Machum (Head of Youth Services) organized the ORL’s first Drag Story Time, with no idea of the firestorm the program would incur. The ORL’s administration at the time opposed the program, on moral and religious grounds, placing Ashley and her colleagues at the centre of both an internal and an external conflict over intellectual freedom and inclusivity. In 2023, with Danielle Hubbard as the new CEO, the ORL offered another Drag Story Time. Due to the heightened political climate, the event was met with threats, protests, and national media coverage. This time, however, the ORL was unified in its support of the program, and its communication strategy. In this presentation, Ashley and Danielle each provide first-hand accounts of their experiences leading the ORL through these tumultuous events and discuss the core library values that guided their decisions.

Registration required for in person or online participation.

Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building, Suite 3089, 6100 University Avenue

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

HalifaxPride Community Consultation - TBA

Halifax Pride is introducing a new community feedback program in 2024/25, replacing the planning committees hosted in previous years. These meetings, open to the public, will each focus on a core aspect of the festival and its planning process.

Each 60-90 minute session, hosted via Zoom, will give community members the opportunity to learn about current operations and processes, and give direct feedback on areas of improvement or change. The sessions will be facilitated by both a staff member and board member, and conversation will be generally guided by standard questions developed by our team in advance.

All feedback gathered will be reviewed and considered by staff in their operational work throughout the year. Attendees will also be able to complete a post-sessions survey to provide further thoughts and feedback.

Register to participate in the Zoom discussion.

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Rainbow Rights Workshop

Do you feel educated about your human rights protections as a queer person? Do you know what legal protections are here for you? Sign up for a FREE queer rights workshop! This Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia workshop will review things like:

✨ Human rights protections, including provincial and federal human rights legislation,

✨ A review of other legal protections, and

✨ How to stay sane and self-advocate in sustainable ways.

This workshop is designed for queer folks themselves, and those who support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We invite you to share this with anyone who may benefit from this offering.

Register for the free online (Zoom) workshop.

All day

PinkTriangleDay

Read more about the history of PinkTriangleDay.

6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

BLACK PEPPA- All Black Drag and Burlesque Showcase

Come join us for a night of fierce performances! Get ready to be dazzled by this ALL BLACK cast. This is a show you won't want to miss, so grab your friends and get your tickets now!

This performance will be streamed; click the link below. Show is 19+ but is a sober event with no acohol served.

Tickets: From $11.98. Doors open at 6:30, show from 7 to 9.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

SqwishHalifax Basketball

Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! Check out the Facebook group for updates.

This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs. Speak to one of the organizers.

Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

TBA

🥌 Bluenose Bonspiel

LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online. Registration opens November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm ADT

Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 3000 Monaghan Drive

TBA

🥌 Bluenose Bonspiel

LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online. Registration opens November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm ADT

Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 3000 Monaghan Drive

TBA

🥌 Bluenose Bonspiel

LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online. Registration opens November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm ADT

Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 3000 Monaghan Drive

TBA

🥌 Bluenose Bonspiel

LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online. Registration opens November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm ADT

Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 3000 Monaghan Drive

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group

Are you seeking a supportive, affirming space to connect with others who share your experiences? Join the free 12-week Queer & Neurodivergent Peer Support Group, hosted by Worth Living Mental Health. This in-person group offers a safe, inclusive environment for individuals who identify as queer and neurodivergent to build community, share experiences, and support one another.

The program starts on January 6 and continues until March 31. No formal diagnosis is required to participate. Find out more and register online.

Location: Local Council of Women Halifax, 989 Young Avenue

7:30 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Crypthand

Crypthand is a new Canadian play that imagines the early life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century diarist, businesswoman and queer icon in Halifax (UK). This theatrical comedy tells the story of Anne’s first relationship with her school roommate Eliza Raine and the lengths they go to keep their love secret. In their attic bedroom, they invent a unique code that allows them to express their affections without being found out, but what happens when the code is discovered?

Developed by local theatre company at the 2019 PARC Retreat, Crypthand won the Best Original Script award at the 2019 Halifax Fringe Festival. In 2022 Gale Force Theatre mounted a full production of Crypthand at the Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax, NS where it won Outstanding Emerging Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia Merritt Awards. The following summer it received its second professional production as a part of The Ship’s Theatre Company’s season in Parrsboro, NS. Lily Falk’s Crypthand is the winner of the Playwright Guild of Canada’s RBC Emerging Playwright Award of 2022. This project was supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts. Originally created with for a small cast, Neptune YPCo will be working with the playwright, Lily Falk to develop this show into a full ensemble play feature local youth.

Tickets: Start at $28 up to $35 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Monét X Change with Symphony Nova Scotia

After Symphony Nova Scotia's hugely popular, ground-breaking, multi-performance collaboration with Thorgy Thor, Symphony Nova Scotia is thrilled to continue paving the way for greater 2SLGBTQIA+ representation and celebration in the orchestral world with New York drag queen, singer, and performer Monét X Change. Rising to fame after competing in the 10th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race and winning season four of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Monét – who is known for her quick wit, powerful vocals, comedic chops, high-energy performances, and (of course) her pussycat wigs – performs music by Mozart, Bellini, and Puccini, along with hits by Dolly Parton, Nina Simone, and more.

This performance may include strong language or content elements which might not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are encouraged to exercise discretion.

Tickets: Purchase information available online. Single tickets available as of August 7.

Location: Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, 6101 University Avenue

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Monét X Change with Symphony Nova Scotia

After Symphony Nova Scotia's hugely popular, ground-breaking, multi-performance collaboration with Thorgy Thor, Symphony Nova Scotia is thrilled to continue paving the way for greater 2SLGBTQIA+ representation and celebration in the orchestral world with New York drag queen, singer, and performer Monét X Change. Rising to fame after competing in the 10th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race and winning season four of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Monét – who is known for her quick wit, powerful vocals, comedic chops, high-energy performances, and (of course) her pussycat wigs – performs music by Mozart, Bellini, and Puccini, along with hits by Dolly Parton, Nina Simone, and more.

This performance may include strong language or content elements which might not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are encouraged to exercise discretion.

Tickets: Purchase information available online. Single tickets available as of August 7.

Location: Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, 6101 University Avenue

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Note: This is an industry night for the Halifax Arts Community. Community members are invited for a drink at the bar to network, mingle and talk theatre, art and our community.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Note: This is Talkback Night - after the performance, you're welcome to participate in an informal discussion about the show with the artists and hear about their creative process.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Pride in Wellness!

Join in for an empowering and inclusive event designed to celebrate wellness in the LGBTQ+ community. This event is open to all, with a special focus on Women-Identifying Folks who want to share their voices and contribute to a supportive wellness conversation.

Registration: $17.31, opens on January 1.

Location: Local Council of Women, 989 Young Avenue

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

7:30 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

2:00 p.m.

Casey & Diana (A handshake that changed the world)

In 1991, at the height of the AIDS crisis, the residents of Casey House - Toronto's first free-standing AIDS Hospice - receive word that the Princess of Wales is coming to visit. This potent and moving drama by Nick Green, vividly captures a moment in time when a rebel Princess, alongside fearless caregivers and advocates, reshaped the course of a pandemic—and how those stricken by the virus found hard-won dignity, community and love in the face of astonishing hardship.

Tickets: Start at $33 up to $65 (+ fees and taxes), for sale online.

Note: Final performance

Location: Neptune Theatre (Scotiabank Stage), 1593 Argyle Street

All Day

Beginning of the Halifax Public Library's Pride Month

Halifax Pride Parade Day