Free things to do · Halifax
Free things to do in Halifax
No-spend weekends in Halifax — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
Curated by localsPopular local pick
Top spots in Halifax
Evergreen Festival
FamilyDowntown
Lights, markets and pop-up patios in December.
Halifax Waterfront
FamilyDowntown
Boardwalk with food trucks, buskers and harbour ferries.
Cabot Trail Drive
OutdoorsCape Breton
World's best coastal foliage drive in October.
Peggy's Cove
OutdoorsDay trip
Iconic lighthouse on wave-worn granite, 45 min out.
Point Pleasant Park
OutdoorsSouth End
Forested trails ending at Atlantic cliffs.
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- Standouts right now: Halifax Waterfront, Point Pleasant Park, Peggy's Cove. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Halifax and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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