Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC)
@downtownhalifax.bsky.social
DHBC is a not-for-profit that represents the 1,600+ business located in the Downtown area. We run programs, events, and marketing initiatives to help make Downtown Halifax a better place to live, work, and play.
Visit us at downtownhalifax.ca.
Visit us at downtownhalifax.ca.
Planning your month, or maybe just your weekend? Let us help!
Our event calendar is a great place to draw inspiration from, as well as to stay up-to-date on all the Downtown Halifax happenings for this month and beyond! 📆
🔗Find it here: downtownhalifax.ca/events
Our event calendar is a great place to draw inspiration from, as well as to stay up-to-date on all the Downtown Halifax happenings for this month and beyond! 📆
🔗Find it here: downtownhalifax.ca/events
September 5, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Planning your month, or maybe just your weekend? Let us help!
Our event calendar is a great place to draw inspiration from, as well as to stay up-to-date on all the Downtown Halifax happenings for this month and beyond! 📆
🔗Find it here: downtownhalifax.ca/events
Our event calendar is a great place to draw inspiration from, as well as to stay up-to-date on all the Downtown Halifax happenings for this month and beyond! 📆
🔗Find it here: downtownhalifax.ca/events
Have you seen one of our newest Gritty to Pretty murals, "Future Rhythms" by Daramfon Morgan? You can find this stunning piece on the side of the former Waverley Inn on Barrington Street, and we couldn’t be happier with the end result. 🎨
September 3, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Have you seen one of our newest Gritty to Pretty murals, "Future Rhythms" by Daramfon Morgan? You can find this stunning piece on the side of the former Waverley Inn on Barrington Street, and we couldn’t be happier with the end result. 🎨
Help us transform @hfxtransit.bsky.social !
You are invited to share thoughts on service frequency, your regular route, and give feedback on new transit options. The survey will be open until September 28. www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/core-service...
@hfxgov.bsky.social @lecwhite.bsky.social
You are invited to share thoughts on service frequency, your regular route, and give feedback on new transit options. The survey will be open until September 28. www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/core-service...
@hfxgov.bsky.social @lecwhite.bsky.social
August 26, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Help us transform @hfxtransit.bsky.social !
You are invited to share thoughts on service frequency, your regular route, and give feedback on new transit options. The survey will be open until September 28. www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/core-service...
@hfxgov.bsky.social @lecwhite.bsky.social
You are invited to share thoughts on service frequency, your regular route, and give feedback on new transit options. The survey will be open until September 28. www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/core-service...
@hfxgov.bsky.social @lecwhite.bsky.social
To help celebrate Canada's National Downtown Month, DHBC invited Member of Parliament (MP), Shannon Miedema to take a stroll with us.
We had the perfect day to show off Downtown Halifax and all the people and businesses that make it so special.
@rousseauchoco.bsky.social @mark-carney.bsky.social
We had the perfect day to show off Downtown Halifax and all the people and businesses that make it so special.
@rousseauchoco.bsky.social @mark-carney.bsky.social
August 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
To help celebrate Canada's National Downtown Month, DHBC invited Member of Parliament (MP), Shannon Miedema to take a stroll with us.
We had the perfect day to show off Downtown Halifax and all the people and businesses that make it so special.
@rousseauchoco.bsky.social @mark-carney.bsky.social
We had the perfect day to show off Downtown Halifax and all the people and businesses that make it so special.
@rousseauchoco.bsky.social @mark-carney.bsky.social
Did you know August is Downtowns and Main Streets Month?
Downtowns and main streets are the heart of our communities and home to local businesses. Downtown Halifax is vibrant and welcoming because of the local businesses and community members who make it a great place to be.❤️
#DowntownHalifax
Downtowns and main streets are the heart of our communities and home to local businesses. Downtown Halifax is vibrant and welcoming because of the local businesses and community members who make it a great place to be.❤️
#DowntownHalifax
August 15, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Did you know August is Downtowns and Main Streets Month?
Downtowns and main streets are the heart of our communities and home to local businesses. Downtown Halifax is vibrant and welcoming because of the local businesses and community members who make it a great place to be.❤️
#DowntownHalifax
Downtowns and main streets are the heart of our communities and home to local businesses. Downtown Halifax is vibrant and welcoming because of the local businesses and community members who make it a great place to be.❤️
#DowntownHalifax
Out exploring Downtown Halifax? Be sure to look for the new public art installed as part of Gritty to Pretty's 10 Year Anniversary. Like this colourful picnic table at Grafton Park, painted by Shannon Long and funded by District 7 Councillor, @lecwhite.bsky.social. downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
August 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Out exploring Downtown Halifax? Be sure to look for the new public art installed as part of Gritty to Pretty's 10 Year Anniversary. Like this colourful picnic table at Grafton Park, painted by Shannon Long and funded by District 7 Councillor, @lecwhite.bsky.social. downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
Huge shoutout to the Downtown Halifax Crew for tackling trash on Prince Street this week! 🚯
Our crews dedication helps keep our Downtown streets clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone, while also keeping the city looking its best.
Our crews dedication helps keep our Downtown streets clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone, while also keeping the city looking its best.
August 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Huge shoutout to the Downtown Halifax Crew for tackling trash on Prince Street this week! 🚯
Our crews dedication helps keep our Downtown streets clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone, while also keeping the city looking its best.
Our crews dedication helps keep our Downtown streets clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone, while also keeping the city looking its best.
The Natal Day long weekend is here, and there's no shortage of things to do in Downtown Halifax! 🎉
Our friends at @DiscoverHalifax have your back with a handy list of what’s open all weekend long: https://shorturl.at/YqvRr
Our friends at @DiscoverHalifax have your back with a handy list of what’s open all weekend long: https://shorturl.at/YqvRr
August 1, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The Natal Day long weekend is here, and there's no shortage of things to do in Downtown Halifax! 🎉
Our friends at @DiscoverHalifax have your back with a handy list of what’s open all weekend long: https://shorturl.at/YqvRr
Our friends at @DiscoverHalifax have your back with a handy list of what’s open all weekend long: https://shorturl.at/YqvRr
The official launch of Halifax International Fleet Week 2025 was marked today with the Ringing of the HMCS Athabaskan’s 1975 bell.
Get your complete guide to all things Fleet Week here: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/hali...
Get your complete guide to all things Fleet Week here: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/hali...
June 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The official launch of Halifax International Fleet Week 2025 was marked today with the Ringing of the HMCS Athabaskan’s 1975 bell.
Get your complete guide to all things Fleet Week here: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/hali...
Get your complete guide to all things Fleet Week here: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/hali...
Shoutout to the Downtown Halifax Crew for their to the amazing efforts at Raymond Taavel Park this week! 🧹
Every summer, the Crew removes over a half a million cigarette butts from the streets of Downtown Halifax.
Every summer, the Crew removes over a half a million cigarette butts from the streets of Downtown Halifax.
June 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Shoutout to the Downtown Halifax Crew for their to the amazing efforts at Raymond Taavel Park this week! 🧹
Every summer, the Crew removes over a half a million cigarette butts from the streets of Downtown Halifax.
Every summer, the Crew removes over a half a million cigarette butts from the streets of Downtown Halifax.
The Atlantic Burlesque Festival hits the stage tomorrow and Saturday (May 30–31) at Neptune Theatre!
Come celebrate the best of Atlantic Canada’s burlesque scene with two days of workshops, performances, and more! ✨
Tickets are still available! For more info, visit AtlanticBurlesqueFestival.ca.
Come celebrate the best of Atlantic Canada’s burlesque scene with two days of workshops, performances, and more! ✨
Tickets are still available! For more info, visit AtlanticBurlesqueFestival.ca.
May 29, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The Atlantic Burlesque Festival hits the stage tomorrow and Saturday (May 30–31) at Neptune Theatre!
Come celebrate the best of Atlantic Canada’s burlesque scene with two days of workshops, performances, and more! ✨
Tickets are still available! For more info, visit AtlanticBurlesqueFestival.ca.
Come celebrate the best of Atlantic Canada’s burlesque scene with two days of workshops, performances, and more! ✨
Tickets are still available! For more info, visit AtlanticBurlesqueFestival.ca.
Don't miss the Taste Asia 2025 Food & Culture Festival! 🎉
Running from May 29-June 1, you can indulge in Asian culinary and cultural experiences at this free, annual outdoor festival on the Halifax Waterfront.
Learn more here: bit.ly/43iTb3C
Running from May 29-June 1, you can indulge in Asian culinary and cultural experiences at this free, annual outdoor festival on the Halifax Waterfront.
Learn more here: bit.ly/43iTb3C
May 28, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Don't miss the Taste Asia 2025 Food & Culture Festival! 🎉
Running from May 29-June 1, you can indulge in Asian culinary and cultural experiences at this free, annual outdoor festival on the Halifax Waterfront.
Learn more here: bit.ly/43iTb3C
Running from May 29-June 1, you can indulge in Asian culinary and cultural experiences at this free, annual outdoor festival on the Halifax Waterfront.
Learn more here: bit.ly/43iTb3C
☀️ It’s going to be 25°C today and we know what you’re thinking… "Which patio should I hit?"
Let us help! We’ve put together the ultimate Downtown Halifax patio list: 80+ spots and counting, complete with details like whether your furry friends are welcome 🐶
downtownhalifax.ca/patios
Let us help! We’ve put together the ultimate Downtown Halifax patio list: 80+ spots and counting, complete with details like whether your furry friends are welcome 🐶
downtownhalifax.ca/patios
May 15, 2025 at 11:46 AM
☀️ It’s going to be 25°C today and we know what you’re thinking… "Which patio should I hit?"
Let us help! We’ve put together the ultimate Downtown Halifax patio list: 80+ spots and counting, complete with details like whether your furry friends are welcome 🐶
downtownhalifax.ca/patios
Let us help! We’ve put together the ultimate Downtown Halifax patio list: 80+ spots and counting, complete with details like whether your furry friends are welcome 🐶
downtownhalifax.ca/patios
This year, we’ve added curated themes and chosen standout locations to spark your imagination. Let’s make this our most vibrant year yet!
📅 Deadline to apply: Sunday, June 15, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m.
downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
📅 Deadline to apply: Sunday, June 15, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m.
downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
May 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
This year, we’ve added curated themes and chosen standout locations to spark your imagination. Let’s make this our most vibrant year yet!
📅 Deadline to apply: Sunday, June 15, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m.
downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
📅 Deadline to apply: Sunday, June 15, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m.
downtownhalifax.ca/grittytopretty
This is your chance to leave your mark on the city (literally). We’re awarding 10 Gritty to Pretty grants to artists who are ready to splash Downtown Halifax with bold, beautiful, and inspiring public art.
May 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
This is your chance to leave your mark on the city (literally). We’re awarding 10 Gritty to Pretty grants to artists who are ready to splash Downtown Halifax with bold, beautiful, and inspiring public art.
Calling all artists! Help Downtown Halifax celebrate a decade of ‘Gritty to Pretty’. 🎨🖌️
We’re celebrating 10 amazing years of turning “Gritty to Pretty” — and you’re invited to help us take it to the next level!
We’re celebrating 10 amazing years of turning “Gritty to Pretty” — and you’re invited to help us take it to the next level!
May 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Calling all artists! Help Downtown Halifax celebrate a decade of ‘Gritty to Pretty’. 🎨🖌️
We’re celebrating 10 amazing years of turning “Gritty to Pretty” — and you’re invited to help us take it to the next level!
We’re celebrating 10 amazing years of turning “Gritty to Pretty” — and you’re invited to help us take it to the next level!
Open City is less than two weeks away! This annual celebration of the small businesses that make our communities so welcoming, is taking place on Saturday, May 10.
👉 Businesses in Halifax peninsula or downtown Dartmouth areas can still register to participate.
More info here: www.opencityhfx.com
👉 Businesses in Halifax peninsula or downtown Dartmouth areas can still register to participate.
More info here: www.opencityhfx.com
April 28, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Open City is less than two weeks away! This annual celebration of the small businesses that make our communities so welcoming, is taking place on Saturday, May 10.
👉 Businesses in Halifax peninsula or downtown Dartmouth areas can still register to participate.
More info here: www.opencityhfx.com
👉 Businesses in Halifax peninsula or downtown Dartmouth areas can still register to participate.
More info here: www.opencityhfx.com
@bdc-ca.bsky.social’s #Buy5High5 challenge is all about swapping 5 imported items for 5 Canadian ones. If we each spent just $25 a month on Canadian-made products, we could create 60K in jobs and give the economy a solid boost! Check it out: www.bdc.ca/en/buy-five-...
#DowntownHalifax #ShopLocal
#DowntownHalifax #ShopLocal
April 22, 2025 at 5:40 PM
@bdc-ca.bsky.social’s #Buy5High5 challenge is all about swapping 5 imported items for 5 Canadian ones. If we each spent just $25 a month on Canadian-made products, we could create 60K in jobs and give the economy a solid boost! Check it out: www.bdc.ca/en/buy-five-...
#DowntownHalifax #ShopLocal
#DowntownHalifax #ShopLocal
We are currently hiring our next Downtown Halifax Crew.
Do you know someone who loves working outside? Is it you?
Our Crew is returning to the streets, acting as ambassadors and keeping our Downtown clean and beautiful. Apply now: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/down...
Do you know someone who loves working outside? Is it you?
Our Crew is returning to the streets, acting as ambassadors and keeping our Downtown clean and beautiful. Apply now: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/down...
April 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
We are currently hiring our next Downtown Halifax Crew.
Do you know someone who loves working outside? Is it you?
Our Crew is returning to the streets, acting as ambassadors and keeping our Downtown clean and beautiful. Apply now: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/down...
Do you know someone who loves working outside? Is it you?
Our Crew is returning to the streets, acting as ambassadors and keeping our Downtown clean and beautiful. Apply now: downtownhalifax.ca/lowdown/down...
Argyle Street, between Blowers and Prince Streets, is now closed to vehicular traffic for the season!
This closure started April 7 and will run until November 12.
This is a seasonal closure helps make a part of Downtown Halifax more accessible for residents and visitors during the warmer months.
This closure started April 7 and will run until November 12.
This is a seasonal closure helps make a part of Downtown Halifax more accessible for residents and visitors during the warmer months.
April 8, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Argyle Street, between Blowers and Prince Streets, is now closed to vehicular traffic for the season!
This closure started April 7 and will run until November 12.
This is a seasonal closure helps make a part of Downtown Halifax more accessible for residents and visitors during the warmer months.
This closure started April 7 and will run until November 12.
This is a seasonal closure helps make a part of Downtown Halifax more accessible for residents and visitors during the warmer months.
The Coast's annual HFX Burger Bash is taking place across the city from April 3-12.
With nearly one-third of the participating restaurants located Downtown, make Downtown Halifax your destination for this delicious event.
See all the Downtown burgers here: bit.ly/42cqzai
📷Michelle Doucette
With nearly one-third of the participating restaurants located Downtown, make Downtown Halifax your destination for this delicious event.
See all the Downtown burgers here: bit.ly/42cqzai
📷Michelle Doucette
March 31, 2025 at 3:29 PM
The Coast's annual HFX Burger Bash is taking place across the city from April 3-12.
With nearly one-third of the participating restaurants located Downtown, make Downtown Halifax your destination for this delicious event.
See all the Downtown burgers here: bit.ly/42cqzai
📷Michelle Doucette
With nearly one-third of the participating restaurants located Downtown, make Downtown Halifax your destination for this delicious event.
See all the Downtown burgers here: bit.ly/42cqzai
📷Michelle Doucette
Join DHBC and SHIFT+ for the 24th annual Carmichael Lecture on Thursday, March 27, at 7 pm at the Lord Nelson Hotel. Colin Ellard, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Waterloo, will be giving this FREE public talk.
More info here: bit.ly/4c52oPv
More info here: bit.ly/4c52oPv
March 26, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Join DHBC and SHIFT+ for the 24th annual Carmichael Lecture on Thursday, March 27, at 7 pm at the Lord Nelson Hotel. Colin Ellard, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Waterloo, will be giving this FREE public talk.
More info here: bit.ly/4c52oPv
More info here: bit.ly/4c52oPv
🌷 Today is the first day of Spring! 🌷
Here’s a glimpse of what we have to look forward to in just a few more weeks!
St. Paul's Church | Spring 2021
Here’s a glimpse of what we have to look forward to in just a few more weeks!
St. Paul's Church | Spring 2021
March 20, 2025 at 1:46 PM
🌷 Today is the first day of Spring! 🌷
Here’s a glimpse of what we have to look forward to in just a few more weeks!
St. Paul's Church | Spring 2021
Here’s a glimpse of what we have to look forward to in just a few more weeks!
St. Paul's Church | Spring 2021
March is for Music! 🎶
Enjoy FREE live music at over 20 businesses across Downtown Halifax from March 13-23!
This new music series from DHBC was designed to get you out of the house and into your favourite local businesses to enjoy live music.
Learn more here: bit.ly/4iqSFWb
Enjoy FREE live music at over 20 businesses across Downtown Halifax from March 13-23!
This new music series from DHBC was designed to get you out of the house and into your favourite local businesses to enjoy live music.
Learn more here: bit.ly/4iqSFWb
March 13, 2025 at 6:32 PM
March is for Music! 🎶
Enjoy FREE live music at over 20 businesses across Downtown Halifax from March 13-23!
This new music series from DHBC was designed to get you out of the house and into your favourite local businesses to enjoy live music.
Learn more here: bit.ly/4iqSFWb
Enjoy FREE live music at over 20 businesses across Downtown Halifax from March 13-23!
This new music series from DHBC was designed to get you out of the house and into your favourite local businesses to enjoy live music.
Learn more here: bit.ly/4iqSFWb
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate and applaud the inspiring and hard-working women of Downtown Halifax.
When we create opportunities for women and girls, it unlocks their potential, drives innovation, and strengthens our local economy.💪
📷Judy Anderson, FireWorks Gallery | Chris Geworsky
When we create opportunities for women and girls, it unlocks their potential, drives innovation, and strengthens our local economy.💪
📷Judy Anderson, FireWorks Gallery | Chris Geworsky
March 8, 2025 at 6:18 PM
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate and applaud the inspiring and hard-working women of Downtown Halifax.
When we create opportunities for women and girls, it unlocks their potential, drives innovation, and strengthens our local economy.💪
📷Judy Anderson, FireWorks Gallery | Chris Geworsky
When we create opportunities for women and girls, it unlocks their potential, drives innovation, and strengthens our local economy.💪
📷Judy Anderson, FireWorks Gallery | Chris Geworsky