• Welcome to Downtown Halifax

    Downtown Halifax is the urban core and hub of the Halifax (Kjipuktuk) region. With world-class attractions, hundreds of restaurants, pubs, shops, festivals and events, Downtown Halifax is where people and businesses want to be. 

    Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) is a not-for-profit organization that represents the 1600+ businesses located in the Downtown core. We run programs, events, and marketing initiatives to help make Downtown Halifax a better place to live, work, and play.

    About Us
  • The JUNOS are here!

    The 2024 JUNO Awards are finally here! And Downtown Halifax will be jam-packed with things to do to celebrate. 

    Find out everything happening here. 

     

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  • March is jam-packed with things to do

    March is coming in jam-packed with things to do in Downtown Halifax. From delicious food events and live sports to The 2024 JUNO Awards. 

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  • Downtown Halifax Vision 2030

    We need your input!

    The Downtown Vision 2030 is a report currently being created by Downtown Halifax Business Commission to outline a better future for Downtown.

    Have YOUR say in the future of Downtown Halifax. Fill out our questionnaire today!

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  • Meet Shannon Harding, President and CEO of JA Nova Scotia

    Read our latest Downtown Spotlight on Shannon Harding, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Nova Scotia

    Read the latest Spotlight
  • DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN

    DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN is a series of vivid light shows and installations around Downtown Halifax.

    Don't miss the vibrant "Spring is Coming" light projection show on the former Halifax Memorial Library Building at Grafton Park (corner of Spring Garden Road and Grafton Street), running from March 1-31.

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  • What's Happening Downtown

    No need to hibernate now that it's winter! There are lots of events happening in Downtown Halifax over the colder months.

    Keep up to date with what's happening in Downtown with our online Events Calendar. 

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  • Downtown Halifax Navigator Outreach Program

    Downtown Halifax's Navigator Outreach Program offers direct support to the unhoused and precariously housed population in the urban core.

    Learn more about Navigator
  • Parking in Downtown Halifax

    Before you head Downtown, make your parking plan!

    Visit our 'Getting Around' page for everything you need to know about parking in Downtown Halifax, including helpful tips and a list of parking lots and garages. 

    Make Your Parking Plan

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