Hey Halifax!

Happy Pride Month! A lot is happening in Halifax this week - a singles mixer with free-play arcade games and a bachelor auction, tons of great local theatre, and plenty of amazing live music to choose from. We’ve also got a new indie-pop gem from Burry that belongs on your summer playlists, along with their Halifavourites picks

Strange Plants’ Album Release is this Saturday at The Sanctuary Arts Centre. This our top show pick of the week, and we’ve been looking forward to catching them live since they released their debut single ‘Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt 2’ back in February. They’ve got an all-star lineup and amazing genre-bending sound.
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Book of Love’s 1st Annual Fundraiser Singles Mixer
Propeller Arcade is the place to be on June 13 if you’re looking for love: 160 singles, free-to-play arcade games, silent auction, icebreakers, a mini live show and a bachelor auction. All proceeds go to Halifax Sexual Health Centre. Very limited tix let so grab yours now!
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Stages Theatre Festival is Eastern Front Theatre’s annual spring festival and showcases bold new works that push theatrical boundaries. It runs until June 8 at Alderney Landing Theatre. Check out the program and take in some amazing local theatre!
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Sherlock by Wireless: A Classic Radio Mystery opened at The Pond Playhouse on May 29 and runs until June 14. Eleven performers bring three iconic 1945 Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts to life on stage, complete with live sound effects, recreating the magic of the legendary Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce series.
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⭐️ Song of the Week

I first heard of Burry through my massage therapist (shoutout Sam Herman!), who also happens to be their partner. It was a while before I started running into their music in the wild, but it stuck once I did. Burry is quietly making some of the best indie pop in Atlantic Canada right now.

Their new single “Peaches” is bright, dreamy, and impossible not to hum after just one listen. It’s also a great entry point if you’re new to their music, along with ‘Pillow Princess’ and ‘Our Home’. They’ve been on a roll with a string of super catchy singles.

Add Peaches to your summer playlists immediately.

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While you’re listening to Peaches, why not get to know what Burry loves about Halifax? We asked them to share some of their favourite people, places, and events in the city for this week’s edition of Halifavourites.

Events I’m Looking Forward To

Dyke Night Live
All queer band and performers performing covers during Pride week!
July 18th - folllow on IG!

Halifax Pride
I couldn’t even pick a specific event, there’s so many incredible things going on! The parade, the Bump, the Grind, MelaNATION, Music on the Mainstage, just look at the calender and you’ll find SOMETHING amazing!!

Favourite Artists

Angel Girl
They’re punk, they’re queer, they’re hot! I just love their music and vibes!

Zamani Folade
One of my favourite musicians in Halifax, she has the most incredible voice and is such a beautiful person inside and out! (Check out Hol’ A Medz, her amazing new collaboration with Kayo)

Favourite Restaurant

Real Fake Meats
As a vegetarian it is incredible to have a place where literally everything on the menu is an option for me!! Their food is SO good, the service is always incredible and it’s queer owned!

Favourite Café

Ori
My FAVOURITE coffee and baked goods, the crème brûlée cookies are incredible!

Favourite Bar

Stardust
Do I even need to explain myself?? Queer owned, queer staff, drag shows, dance parties, viewing parties, delicious food and fun cocktails/mocktails!

Favourite Store

Venus Envy
Pleasure for everybody! From education to toys, books and gender affirming care, there’s something at Venus Envy for everyone!

Thursday, 6/5

Neighbourly Markets @ Park Lane Mall - 4pm

Living Things – Mouthpieces @ Bus Stop Theatre - 4:30pm

STAGES Theatre Festival @ Alderney Landing Theatre - 5pm
June 4-8 | STAGES focuses on bold, playful and innovative creations that push the boundaries of what theatre can be.

Bill Travis & Mushkat @ Trident Booksellers & Cafe - 6:30pm

Serena Haines: Just The Tip LIVE! @ Mill Cove Brew Pub - 7:30pm

Songs & Stories: Dave Carroll + Jim Henman + Lisa Richard @ The Carleton - 7:30pm

Bedford's House of Comedy @ Village Taphouse of West Bedford - 8pm
Headliner: Clare Belford

Vinyl Night w/ Century Samuel @ The Local - 10pm

Friday, 6/6

2025 Disability Atlantic Arts Symposium @ Bus Stop Theatre
June 6-8

DJ Laton + Callehan Duo @ Stone's Throw Patio - 6-10pm

Alana Yorke & Champagne Weather @ Round Barn Farm - 7pm
Live at the Round Barn - Night 1

Skydiggers @ Light House Arts Centre - 8pm

Abbas Wahab: The Joyride Tour @ The Carleton - 8pm
New York-based Canadian comedian/actor Abbas Wahab brings The Joyride Tour to The Carleton.

Brett Forte @ Halifax Live Comedy Club - 8pm

Dance Night w/ Rec Room Jams @ Monte's Showbar Grill - 8pm

Band Bonanza @ The Seahorse - 9pm
w/ Kids Losing Sleep, BETHANY, Bill Ricky, Fiona Clancey

YAS! HALIFAX DRAG FEST 2025 @ Marquee Ballroom - 10pm
June 6-8 | Click for full schedule!

Saturday, 6/7

Curio Collective Vintage Pop-Up @ IKEA Halifax - 11am

Patio Party @ Bar Sofia - 12pm
12pm til late

Matinee w/ 3AM Band @ Black Harbour Distillers - 1pm

Halifax K-Pop Random Play Dance Event @ Cunard Lot - 3:45pm
What’s a Random Play Dance?
We’ll play the chorus of iconic K-Pop tracks — if you know the choreo, jump in and dance with us!

DJ Laton @ Stone's Throw Patio - 6-8pm

Justin Rutledge @ The Carleton - 7pm

Girl Pop Trivia + Sex Toy Bingo + DJ Magic Mic @ Mill Cove Brew Pub - 7pm

Garret Mason & Old Man Luedecke @ Round Barn Farm - 7pm

Strange Plants Album Release @ The Sanctuary Arts Centre - 7pm
w/ guest Mike Trask

Parabolus (Complete TOOL Experience) @ Light House Arts Centre - 8pm

Bologna Colorado @ The Seahorse - 9pm

Sunday, 6/8

Sullivan's Fancy @ Stone's Throw Patio - 2-4pm

ViVa Fest Presents ViVa Beats @ The Carleton - 8pm
For the first time in Halifax, witness a groundbreaking fusion of electronic music and traditional Persian sounds.

Nasty Dogs & Funky Kings: Halifax Tribute to ZZ Top @ Propeller Arcade - 9pm

Love Me JeJe: An Afro-RNB Experience @ Cowboy Bar & Grill - 10pm
feat. Mr. Jay, Baby P, Sheny

Monday, 6/9

Open Song Circle @ 2 Crows Brewing Co. - 7pm

Tuesday, 6/10

Halifax Tides vs. Ottawa Rapid @ Wanderer Grounds - 7pm

Wave Tacos + Trivia @ The Local - 7pm
Every Tuesday night!

Pint Sized Comedy @ Celtic Corner Public House - 8pm

Wednesday, 6/11

Music Bingo: DUETS @ Nine Locks Brewery, Taproom & Retail Store - 6:30pm

The Jazz Spotlight @ Gus' Pub - 8pm
w/ Casey Thompson Band, Pat Simms Trio, Bluebird Quintet & Mitchell McFadgen Trio

That’s it for this week!

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