Halifax Citadel

06/22/2026

A setting that stands apart. ✨ Set above the city in one of Halifax’s most iconic locations, we offer a distinctive setting for weddings, corporate events, meetings and private gatherings. Our space is designed to elevate your event, blending historic character with modern convenience.

06/21/2026

Today is L'nuk Na'kwekmuew: National Indigenous Peoples Day. Here in Mi'kma'ki, we are all treaty people. Learning about treaties supports the work of reconciliation as called for by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

Learn more about the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia, their culture and heritage, and the Peace and Friendship Treaties at https://novascotia.ca/treaty-education/treaty_education_brochure.html

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

Starting today, you can once again discover Canada's natural and cultural treasures through the Canada Strong Pass Initiative!

✅ Free admission to Parks Canada administered places, no pass needed
✅ 25% discount on camping and roofed accommodations
📅 From June 19 to September 7, 2026 (inclusive)

We can't wait to see you this summer!

06/18/2026

History… but make it haunted. 👀👻 Our Ghost Tours take you through the darker side of the Halifax Citadel, where strange stories and eerie legends still linger after dark. Grab your bravest friends and join us! https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/halifax-citadel-society-10862362985

06/15/2026

Ready! Aim! Fire! 💥 Step into the role of a 78th Highlander and experience the thrill of firing an authentic Snider-Enfield rifle. Feel the weight, steady your stance and take your turn in one of our most unforgettable 19th-century experiences. Available daily between 10 am and 3 pm.

06/12/2026

Did you know? The first fort on what would come to be known as Citadel Hill was completed on September 11th 1749. Courtesy of the Nova Scotia Archives, this sketch (‘A view of Halifax from the topmasthead, published on January 25, 1750) is the first known view of Halifax, showcasing the several small forts and walls that used to enclose Halifax in 1750.

06/10/2026

Just beyond the harbour, discover another chapter of Halifax’s story. 🌊 From hidden tunnels and historic fortifications to sweeping views of the city skyline, Georges Island offers a one-of-a-kind way to experience Halifax Harbour and the stories that shaped it.

06/09/2026

On this day in 1776, a British fleet of 10,000 soldiers and 120 ships departed from Halifax after three months of training and preparation in the town. It would combine with two other British fleets to form an armada of over 32,000 soldiers, 12,000 sailors and 400 ships – the largest expeditionary force ever assembled by the British at that time. Its goal? To capture New York from the American Rebels and avenge the defeat at Boston earlier that year. By the end of the summer, New York City was in British hands.

06/06/2026

Today we mark the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. On this day in 1944, Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy in one of the largest military operations in history, representing a turning point in the Second World War. We remember the courage, sacrifice and resilience of those who served, and reflect on the lasting impact of their actions.