🔱 Can you find them all?

Halifax Mural Festival, Cocktail Classes and Narwhals

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Good morning, HRM!

You’ll notice that we’ve implemented some of your recommendations for the newsletter in this issue.

In today’s newsletter:

  • Almost 100 murals painted

  • Cocktail classes

  • Narwhals in the water

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‐ The Halifax Insider Team

Did You Miss The Halifax Mural Festival?

The Halifax Mural Festival, held from July 6-14, 2024, transformed the city into a dynamic outdoor gallery.

Over 50 talented artists painted dozens and dozens of vibrant murals, creating a visual feast that captivated residents and visitors alike. The festival featured live music, engaging artist talks, and a bustling community market, celebrating the rich tapestry of local creativity and diverse art forms.

Relive the magic and explore festival highlights on the Halifax Mural Festival website.

Be sure to check out this interactive map to discover the almost 100 murals painted in the city - can you find them all?

What’s Happening Today?

🍸 Cocktail Classes at Compass Distillers | 2533 Agricola st. | 7:00pm | $30.00

🎵 Old Triangle | Dave MacIsaac | 8pm | $0

🎵 Bearly's | Morgan Davis | 7-10pm | $0

🎵 Split Crow | Maritime Monday with Leona Burkey | 7-10:30pm | $0

🎒 Museum of the Atlantic | Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend | 9:30am-4:30pm

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Upcoming Live Music

Monday, July 15

🎵 Old Triangle | Dave MacIsaac | 8pm | $0
🎵 Bearly's | Morgan Davis | 7-10pm | $0
🎵 Split Crow | Maritime Monday with Leona Burkey | 7-10:30pm | $0

Tuesday, July 16
🎵 Carleton | Bobby Bazini | 7-9pm | $46 | Waiting List
🎵 Loose Cannon | Open Mic Night | 9:00pm | $0
🎵 Bearly's | Laura Merrimen | 8:30-11pm | $0
🎵 Halifax Museum of the Atlantic | Victor Fraser | 6:30-7:30pm | $0
🎵 Split Crow | Chris Margeson | 7:00-10:30pm | $0

Wednesday, July 17
🎵 Carleton | Bobby Bazini | 7:00pm | $46 | Waiting List
🎵 Old Triangle | Gordon Tucker | 8:00pm | $0
🎵 Obladee | Live Jazz with Gabe Mink & Friends | 10:00pm | $0
🎵 Split Crow | Jamie Fontaine | 7:00pm | $0

Events and Activities This Week

Coming Soon…


Upcoming Festivals

🎭 Shakespeare by the Sea | Various | Jul 06 - Sep 01
🏳️‍🌈 Halifax Pride | Various | Jul 18 - Jul 28
🎉 Afrifest | Lower Water St, Halifax | Jul 18 - Jul 21
🎵 Acoustic Maritime Music Festival | Ocean View Campground | Jul 18 - 21
🎉 Nova Multifest | Alderney Landing | Jul 19 - Jul 21
🤹 Buskers Festival | Halifax and Dartmouth Waterfronts | Jul 31 - Aug 05
🎵 Crescendo Fest | Ferry Terminal Park | Aug 03 - Aug 03
🍻 Seaport Beers Fest | Halifax Seaport | Aug 08 - Aug 10
😂 Great Outdoors Comedy Festival | Garrison Grounds | Aug 09 - Aug 11
🏮 Northern Lights Lantern Festival | Needham Community Centre | Aug 10
💃 Salsa and Batchata Festival | Various | Aug 15 - Aug 18
🎵 Rock the Harbour 2024 | Dartmouth Waterfront | Aug 16 - Aug 18
🏖️ Sandcastle Competition | Lake Charlotte, NS | Aug 18
🎉 Lebanese Festival | Cedar Event Centre, Clayton Park | Sep 06 - Sep 08
🎬 Atlantic International Film Festival | | Sep 11 - Sep 18

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