Are you Ready for Some Football?

With our unseasonably warm winter trucking along, it's hard to believe it's almost that mid-season marker: Superbowl Sunday. Whether or not you're into the big game (just a heads up, it's an East Coast rivalry with the New England Patriots taking on the New York Giants), there's so much happening in the city - you won't want to miss out. Here's a little rundown of some of the events you can take in...If you're looking for a big night out, travel no further than to Bubba Ray's on Spring Garden Rd. They're famous for their beer, wings, and over 50... Read More

Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon - It's a Blast!

As the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon (May 18-20, 2012) so wisely puts it, “You wined, you dined and now it’s resolution time!” That’s right, December is a distant memory and it’s time to start training for the biggest annual race weekend in Atlantic Canada.Race weekend events include a 4.2k Youth Run, 42.2k (gasp) Full Marathon, 21.1k Half Marathon, 10k and 5k. Nordic walking poles are permitted and wheelchair participants are welcome. No matter your fitness level, this event offers the opportunity for everyone to have fun from start to finish line.Whether you’re a participant or an observer, it’s hard to... Read More

In the Dead of Winter Music Festival

Another week, another fabulous live music option coming your way – ain’t Halifax grand? The In the Dead of Winter Music Festival is an annual acoustic music festival that brings together over thirty artists of both the Canadian and American variety. This festival runs January 25-28 and spans a number of venues, including the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, The Company House and Spatz Theatre.The goal of the festival is all about uniting a diverse range of acoustic musicians, not only to perform, but to network and build relationships in a professional environment. The line-up is stellar - check out the full schedule.... Read More

Spotlight on Lights

One thing you’ve likely deduced from previous posts from us is that we’ve got a major soft spot for Canadian musicians. This week we’re looking forward to electro-rock sensation Lights, performing at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium on January 20th. An award winning singer/songwriter with a flare for the synth, Lights is a one-woman show you don’t want to miss (and apparently Haligonians agree - the show has sold out!) She will be performing tunes from her latest album, Siberia – an album which certainly showcases both her personal and artistic growth. Interested in a little preview? Click here or here.And... Read More

Yuking it Up

Proudly Canadian, Yuk Yuk's Standup Comedy Clubs, have been around since 1976 and prominately feature many outstanding Canadian comics. Founded by Canadian icon Mark Breslin, Yuk Yuk's Comedy Cabarets have the best of the funniest, edgiest comics around. Alumni include Howie Mandel, Jim Carrey, Norm MacDonald, Harland Williams, Rick Moranis, Russell Peters, and that's just the beginning. This week, Yuk Yuk's Halifax is pleased to feature Wafik Nasralla, with Dave Atkinson and Francois Weber. Considered by many to be "the funniest one-eyed 
Egyptian/Canadian comic around", Nasralla has been making people laugh across Canada for over 10 years with his accessible comedy. Yuk Yuk's Halifax is located... Read More

2012 is Our Year in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Are you starting to think about your travel plans for 2012? Or trying to finalize a location and dates for that big conference? Look no further than Halifax, Nova Scotia. In 2012 we’re setting the events bar pretty high for both future years and other destinations.April 15, 2012, will mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of Titanic. This occasion will be commemorated through special events and programming that will underscore the impact the Titanic story continues to have on Halifax and the world. Halifax has one of the most moving and intimate connections with the Titanic disaster, playing a... Read More

Mouthwatering Meal at CUT Steakhouse & Urban Grill

Not long ago, I received a gift certificate for CUT Steakhouse & Urban Grill - certainly not cheap, it's the kind of resto that I was saving for a very special occasion. With my GC in tow, I knew that I could spend without a care in the world (relatively), which just enhanced the vibe of Marie-Antoinettish indulgence.Now the best part about this meal was that I invited my best foodie friend and told her NOTHING about the night! I had so much fun taunting her! For weeks I told her how amazing the mystery was going to be. The... Read More

La Trinidade

With the holidays coming up you’re more than likely about to have a bunch of free time on your hands - between the end of exams and all of that accrued vacation, you’re probably itching to ditch your cabin fever and have some fun. Luckily there’s a new venue in Halifax that caters to people like you. Open Tuesday through Sunday at 5pm, La Trinidade is here for eats, drinks, and our favourite - dance parties. This Friday be sure to check out TGIF - Thank God I’m Funky - with guest Plaeboi. Starting at 10pm, it’s a night full of... Read More

Visit Halifax Mobile App Featured Feature: Special Offers

In case you haven’t heard, the Visit Halifax Mobile App is a must-have this season…and any season! Not only does the App assist you in finding restaurants, shops and attractions near your real-time location and sharing with friends, it also helps you enjoy your Halifax experiences even more with a Special Offer feature.Picture it: you’re enjoying brunch with friends at one of Halifax’s many fantastic restaurants. What do you do when your bill arrives? Take out your smartphone and open your FREE Visit Halifax Mobile App, of course! After a few simple steps, you find your restaurant has a Special... Read More

An Impromptu Dinner at Fid Resto

A while back, a friend and I stopped in to Fid Resto for an impromptu dinner. We were actually on our way to get some sushi when we walked past Dresden Row and quickly changed our plans. It was a chilly night and the atmosphere inside was warm and inviting. It took us a while to make our decisions (well, me really) so we put in an order in for some apps while I poured over the menu.   My friend had the traditional French soup served with rouille and Mozzarella cheese. It was an interesting concoction, and once I was... Read More