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Nightlife in Halifax

10 clubs, live music venues and late-night spots in Halifax.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Nightlife in Halifax

  1. Do

    Canoe the Northwest Arm

    St. Mary's Boat Club

    Take a trip up the beautiful Northwest Arm to see the historic Dingle tower in Flemming Park, watch the numerous sailboats out for a weekend cruise or catch a regatta if you're lucky. Gawk at some of the mansions that line the water or for the ambitious, head all the way up to Point Pleasant Park, where the Northwest Arm meets Halifax Harbour. While swimming in parts of the harbour was briefly possible due to the installation of sewage treatment plants, they are down for repair and swimming is again not recommended unless a trip to hospital after is desired.

    Sat Sun 11AM-7PMRent a canoe for $8/hour

  2. Drink

    Dome/Cheers

    Also known as the Dirty Dome. Two establishments linked together. Customers pay cover at the doors to one of the two bars and gain access to both. Cheers is a bar atmosphere which features live bands. The Dome is a standard nightclub with a large dance floor, famous for cheap drinks and infamous for brawls. Wednesdays are student nights, with cover waived if you show a student card.

  3. Eat

    Economy Shoe Shop

    Behind the bizarre name lies a stunningly decorated and sprawing complex incorporating everything from chandeliers to lush indoor gardens. Extensive menu. Go on jazz night (usually Monday) and eat nachos.

  4. Eat

    Fireside Kitchen

    Meals are reasonably priced, atmosphere is cosy and everything on the menu is worth eating. The cocktail menu is discounted on Martini Mondays.

  5. Drink

    Reflections Cabaret

    A busy club, catering especially to the LGBT community. Their busiest night, by far, is Saturday where the cover charge enters the double digits. Electronic, techno and house mix, depending on the night.

    Mon Thu-Sat 10PM-3:30AM

  6. Drink

    Taboo

    This is Halifax's most upscale nightclub with a strict dress-code and expensive drink menu. However, if you're looking for a place that attracts a classier crowd than the Dome or the Palace then Taboo is a must-see.

    Fri Sat 11PM-3:30AM

  7. Drink

    The Halifax Alehouse

    A traditional and popular pub, usually with live music starting at midnight. Features staff in period costumes.

  8. Drink

    The Lower Deck

    Has live music reliably, almost seven nights a week usually starting at 9PM. The style of music tends to be popular not traditional. Beautiful interior.

  9. Drink

    The Old Triangle

    A set of three pubs connected by a split level staircase. There is live music in the lower level frequently, starting at 8PM The music style tends to be traditional Irish/Scottish ballad. The "open" night is often surprisingly good.

  10. Drink

    Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs

    A mellow and low-key pub. Great live music!

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Halifax (CC BY-SA 4.0).