Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting Event
Visitors gather for the lighting of the municipal Christmas tree capped by a fireworks display. Entertainment includes a Gabby's Dollhouse dance party, live music by the Julia Tynes band, and appearances by PAW Patrol's Skye and Chase alongside Santa Claus.
Sat, Nov 28, 2026 All ages
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Hours
6:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.; 6 p.m. Gabby's Dollhouse dance party; 6:30 p.m. band with special guests PAW Patrol Chase & Skye; 6:55 p.m. countdown to tree lighting and fireworks.
Neighborhood
Downtown Halifax
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive at the start so the kids catch the Gabby's Dollhouse dance party, because it opens the evening before the band comes on.
- Stay until the end for the countdown, because the tree lighting and the fireworks close out the evening together.
- Dress warmly, because the whole program takes place outside on the Grand Parade on a late November evening.
- Stay near the stage during the band's set if your kids want to see PAW Patrol's Chase and Skye, who join the Julia Tynes band as special guests.
Special Events & Promotions
- PAW Patrol's Chase and Skye join the Julia Tynes band as special guests.
- A Gabby's Dollhouse dance party opens the evening.
Links & Contact
Run by Halifax Regional Municipality
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's on during the evening?
The lighting of the municipal Christmas tree, a Gabby's Dollhouse dance party, live music by the Julia Tynes band, PAW Patrol's Chase and Skye, a visit from Santa Claus, and fireworks.
In what order do things happen?
It opens with the Gabby's Dollhouse dance party. The Julia Tynes band follows with Chase and Skye as special guests. It ends with the countdown to the tree lighting and fireworks.
Will Santa be there?
Yes, Santa Claus visits during the evening.
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