Hey Hali!

This week in Halifavourites, we're featuring CTV Atlantic's Katie Kelly, who's been championing local music and entertainment for over a decade, both on-air and off (fun fact: she's married to local artist/dj/producer Josh Kelly). In fact, she was named Media Person of the Year at last year's East Coast Music Awards.

Read on for Katie’s favourite local spots, the events she's most excited about, and an emerging artist you need to know. No one knows Halifax's entertainment scene quite like she does.

🎶 Favourite New Atlantic Artist

Hikado
“PEI-based artist and producer. Everything he releases sounds different from the last but is equally as dope, and he’s up for like 5 Music PEI awards!”
Instagram | Spotify

🗓️ Events I Can’t Wait For

🎧 Music PEI Week in March and East Coast Music Week in May
“Can’t wait to celebrate Atlantic Canada’s talent!”

🎬 Halifax Black Film Festival – Feb 28-Mar 4

🧠 Cypress Hill + De La Soul + The Pharcyde in Truro & Saint John
“This is going to be INSANE in the MARITIMES!”

🍻 Favourite Bars & Eats

Bearly’s House of Blues & Ribs 
“If you’re looking for good music any day of the week the new location is pure vibes. You’ll never regret going on a Tuesday to see Garrett Mason!”

Easy Street Diner
“STAFF AND FOOD 10/10.
Recommendation: Small Breakfast”

Lot Six
“If you’re ever wondering what I’m thinking… it’s about the mac and cheese from Lot Six.”

Tilted Tap
“I recently discovered they have the best burgers in HRM. You'll find me there Thursday nights for $14 burger and bud.”

Tarek's Cafe
“You haven't lived until you've had a half and half plate from Tarek. The daily soups get honourable mention.

Disclaimer: chew gum after eating here”

Thursday, 2/20

Caricature Drawing @ The Moxy - 6-8pm

Comedy & Music Open Mic @ Bulwark Ciderhouse - 7-10pm

Tyler Key @ The Stubborn Goat - 7pm

Sexy Bingo @ District 5 Bar & Grill - 7-9pm

Music Bingo @ Village Taphouse - 7:30-10pm

RAMBO: FIRST BLOOD Movie Screening @ Propeller Arcade - 7:30pm

Big Country @ The Local - 8pm

Queer Karaoke @ Stardust - 9pm-12am
Disney & Musicals Edition

Friday, 2/21

Buddys Deli Pop-up @ Village Taphouse 5-8pm (or until sold out)

SMU vs. Dal (Womens Basketball) - 6pm

Mooseheads vs. Charlottetown Islanders @ Scotiabank Centre - 7pm

SMU vs. Dal (Men’s Basketball) - 8pm

Burnt Reynolds + Dirtmouth + Minus World @ Propeller Arcade - 8pm

Peter Sers @ Yuk Yuks - 8pm

Comedy w/ Dave Sears @ The Moxy - 8pm

The Mellotones @ Pacifico - 8:30-11:30pm

KittyBass @ The Seahorse - 10pm

Saturday, 2/22

South End Vintage Market @ The Forum - 10am-4pm

Rugby @ Durty Nellys - 10:15am-4pm

Toads Tournament! @ Stillwell Freehouse - 2pm

Rankins Winter Warmers @ The Marquee - 3-6pm

Mooseheads vs. Victoriaville @ Scotiabank Centre - 7pm

Sugar Sammy @ Spatz Theatre - 7pm

Roller Night Retro Beach Edition @ Spryfield Lions Rink - 7pm

Peter Sers @ Yuk Yuks - 8pm

Ruckus @  Montes Showbar Grill - 8pm

G-Street Band @ Pacifico - 8:30-11:30pm

The Right Swipes @ The Carleton - 9pm

Gentle Jane Presents: The Mosh @ The Seahorse - 10pm

Air Traffic Control EP Release @ The Firkinstein - 10pm

Sunday, 2/23

Rugby @ Durty Nellys - 11am

Live Pro Wrestling Matinee @ Uniacke & District Volunteer Fire Dept - 2-4pm

BLK JOY Open Mic Event @ North Brewing - 2pm
A great day of entertainment and community bonding to raise funds for an excellent cause while celebrating Black excellence in the arts.

Monday, 2/24

Proof We Were Were Here @ Bus Stop Theatre - 6-9pm

Nova Fest: Live @ The Fab - 6:30-9pm
Featuring Madeline, 10 Crows, Studio B, Fallen Angels

Bar Tailfeather @ Jellie’s - 8pm-2am
Not so classic cocktails + International Street Food + Disco, Funk & Motown

Tuesday, 2/25

Paint Your Kitty (Paint & Sip) @ Bedford Tap Room - 6:30-8:30pm

Drink & Draw @ The Oasis - 7-9pm

Pint Sized Comedy @ Celtic Corner - 8pm

Garrett Mason @ Bearly’s - 8:30-11pm

Wednesday, 2/26

Book Collecting 101 Workshop @ Trident Cafe - 7-8:30pm

Music Bingo @ Stardust - 7-9pm
Theme: The 90s

Gin & Jazz @ The Local - 7:30pm

SonReal @ The Seahorse - 8pm

That’s it for this week!

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