👀 Hali's Coolest Cool + this weekends top events
Hey Halifax!
The days are shorter, it’s getting colder, and it may feel like there isn’t much happening - but the Holiday Season is about to ramp up and we’ve got the scoop on what you should be looking forward to in Halifax. Plus, Halifavourites from Halifax’s world-renowned marketing expert Ross Simmonds, and a great new tune from Mat Elliott.
Dig in!
Quick Hits
The Mooseheads are back in action at The Scotiabank Centre on Sunday.
Hal-Con kicks off in Downtown Halifax tomorrow and runs through the weekend.
Christmas At The Forum and the NS Art & Craft Show are both on this weekend.
The Canadian Olympic Curling Trials are taking place in Halifax later this month and features a ton of incredible music at The Patch. Halifax’s own Team Brothers will be fighting to represent Canada at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Burnside’s Canadian Tuxedo Party on Nov 16 is shaping up to be incredible. They’ve announced an insane lineup of talent, plus it’s an early show so you can be home by dinner.
Experience the 2025 Montana’s Canadian Curling Trials!
The Trials will determine the four-player women’s and men’s teams that will be nominated in the road to Italy.
Eight women’s and eight men’s teams will compete in Halifax to fight it out for this spot.
Single-draw tickets range from $25 to $85, depending on the draw and seat location.
Don’t miss The Patch — the best party in curling! Located just a short walk from the arena at the Halifax Convention Centre, it features live entertainment, great food, and plenty of fun.
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Burnside Brewing has tapped Dave Sampson to help put together an incredible afternoon of music to celebrate their 10th birthday on November 16 at The Marquee. Dave has put together an all-star band and lineup of local talent who will be playing all classic Canadian covers.
Featuring: Dave Sampson, Rankin MacInnis, Braden Lam, Jodi Guthro, Nicole Ariana, Terra Spencer, Christine Campbell, Craig Mercer + an insane band.
November 16 • 4-7PM • The Marquee
Wanna win the ultimate VIP experience for you and all your friends? Head over to our Instagram contest to enter to win!
Ross Simmonds is a hugely successful marketing strategist, author, speaker, and founder of Foundation Marketing. He works with huge brands worldwide, is one of the most sought after speakers in the industry, and has an incredible marketing pod on the Hubspot Podcast Network. His book Create Once, Distribute Forever is required reading for any business trying to figure out social media content in 2025 and beyond.
We asked Ross to share his favourite spots in Halifax for this weeks Halifavourites feature:
Fav Resto: Humble Pie in Dartmouth
When I'm in a rush, there's nothing better than a Humble Pie. The Maple Curry Pumpkin & Bean is my fall favorite but the Buffalo Chicken is my go to.
Fav Local Artist: @Nessyrt
From NFTs to Murals throughout the city. I’ve loved watching Nessys art work shine on a global stage & show her community & culture to the world.
Fav Pizza Hidden Gem: Jacob’s Lounge
The Pizza here is ridiculous. I've had a lot of Pizza in my life but there's few places in the world that live up to the crust and toppings of a Jacob's Lounge slice.
Fav Barber: Peedi @ Legends
I'm on the road speaking at events all the time and meeting with clients around the world. My barber and homie Peedi at Legends in Cole Harbour always keeps me fresh and clean.
Fav Brewery: Good Robot
These guys are like the Willy Wonka of Beer in this city. Great food. Great people. Great vibes and always unique / interesting things happening at their locations. Not to mention their food is just as good as their beer.
Fav Sports Team: Halifax Thunderbirds
I don't think there's a better sports vibe in Halifax right now than a Thunderbirds Game. The music is wild, the games are top notch and the crowd brings a level of energy that is second to none.
Fav Local Musician: O’Sound
One of the best R&B voices in the Province. If you haven't heard his R&B freestyle with R&B Kitchen you're missing out.
Mat Elliot’s new single Video Games delivers on the signature groovy production that has been drawing us in over the last year. His ECMA and NSMW-nominated South Endings EP was one of our favourite local releases of 2024, showcasing Elliott’s knack for creating polished, feel-good soundscapes, and Video Games is an exciting look at what’s to come from the Halifax artist and producer.
Thursday, 11/6
Bearly's Trivia with Kieran! @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 6:30 PM
Sara Davis Buechner Plays Beethoven's "Emperor" @ Rebecca Cohn - 7:30 PM
The Monte's Jam @ Monte's Showbar Grill - 7:30 PM
Shawn Desman - Back To Life Tour @ Light House Arts Centre - 8 PM
Tomkat Samurai @ Economy Shoe Shop - 8 PM
BURN UNIT: HENRY FONG @ Marquee Ballroom - 10 PM
Friday, 11/7
Big Easy Fridays - Sounds of New Orleans with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 5:30 PM
Art Battle Halifax @ Marquee Ballroom - 7:30 PM
Adam Delorey @ Yuk Yuk's Halifax Comedy Club - 8 PM
DUSTED & JON SAMUEL @ Seahorse Tavern - 8 PM
Allan Rayman Live in Concert @ Light House Arts Centre - 8 PM
The Mellotones @ Pacifico - 8:30 PM
Shrimp Daddy & The Sharpshooters @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 9:30 PM
Mel B & Sammy Live @ The Basement of The Shoe - 10 PM
Saturday, 11/8
Bruce and Jay @ Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - 4 PM
J.A.G. @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 4 PM
JESS MOSKALUKE: Life For Me Tour 2025 @ Marquee Ballroom - 7 PM
Adam Delorey @ Yuk Yuk's Halifax Comedy Club - 8 PM
The Gullz + Dirtmouth + The Orchids @ The Carleton - 8 PM
Blue Rodeo @ Scotiabank Centre - 8 PM
G-Street Band @ Pacifico - 8:30 PM
EAST COAST EMO NIGHT: EMOGEDDON @ Seahorse Tavern - 9 PM
Maximum Overdrive 80's Night! @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 9:30 PM
The Legendary Goldblooms @ The Basement of The Shoe - 10 PM
Glitter Bomb Saturdays @ Stardust Bar + Kitchen - 10 PM
Sunday, 11/9
Trivia Brunch @ Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom - 11:30 AM
Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders @ Scotiabank Centre - 3 PM
Sunday Afternoon Trivia @ Village Taphouse of West Bedford - 4 PM
The Ink Collective: Readings @ The Bus Stop Theatre - 5 PM
Jeffery Straker @ The Carleton - 7 PM
Sunday Sesh @ The Basement of The Shoe - 8 PM
Legendary Sunday Night Blues Jam @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 8 PM
Michael Lloyd @ Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - 10 PM
DJ IV & DJ Enzo @ TOOTHY MOOSE CABARET - 12 AM
Monday, 11/10
Dave Carroll - Benefit For The Society Of Atlantic Heroes @ The Carleton - 7 PM
Trivia Night @ Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - 7 PM
Monday Night Trivia @ Village Taphouse of West Bedford - 7:30 PM
Morgan Davis @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 7:30 PM
Big Cat Comedy Show @ Gus' Pub - 8 PM
Jordan LeBlanc @ Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - 10 PM
Tuesday, 11/11
Tacos & Trivia by Wave Foods @ The Local Restaurant and Bar - 7 PM
Food starts at 4pm, Trivia at 7pm
Garrett Mason @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 8:30 PM
Wednesday, 11/12
Griffen Moore Album Release + Colin Greechan @ The Carleton - 7 PM
Bingo Night @ Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom - 7 PM
Music Bingo @ Stardust Bar + Kitchen - 7 PM
Gin & Jazz @ The Local Restaurant and Bar - 7:30 PM
Video Music Bingo @ Roxbury Urban Dive Bar - 7:45 PM
Open Mic & Karaoke @ Economy Shoe Shop - 8 PM
Catherine Robertson Comedy Hour @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 8 PM
Karaoke with Mimi! @ Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs - 10 PM
That’s it for this week!
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