Festival Schedule
May 3-4th, 2025 | Explore Halifax's neighbourhoods with passionate local guides.
Saturday, May 3rd
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Cultivating History: A Tour Through the Halifax Public Gardens
Led by: Colin Mitchell
11-12 pm
Location: North Side of Horticultural Hall
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A Dog-Friendly Stroll Through Halifax's North End
Led by: Jenn Marotta
12-1 pm
Location: Hydrostone Park (Isleville & Young St) - meet at the monument/circular shaped installation)
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Historic Gems of Stadacona
Led by: Tom Tulloch
1-3 pm
Location: The RCR Gate - Gottingen Street at Bilby
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Plot Twist: Halifax(ish)
Led by: Katy Jean
1-2 pm
Location: Last Post Road - Fairview Cemetery
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Bedford's Role in WWII's Battle of the Atlantic
Led by: Elizabeth Murphy
2-3:00 pm
Location: Dewolf Park, Bedford at the Lions Club open air chalet
Sunday, May 4th
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College By the Sea: Hidden History of Dalhousie University
Led by: Colin Mitchell
11-12 pm
Location: Henry Hicks Building, Dalhousie University
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Plot Twist: Dartmouth
Led by: Katy Jean
1-2pm
Location: Christ Church Cemetary
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Details Coming Soon
Stay tuned for the full schedule!
Interested in leading a walk?
Covid Precautions
The Festival organizers will be closely following public health directives to ensure that Walk Leaders and participants are kept safe. We encourage Walk Leaders to create a back-up plan for their walks, should we be discouraged from congregating outdoors.