The Best Holiday Activities To Do in Halifax this November

Christmas tree close up with lights and orange bauble
The winter holidays are fast approaching and we hear there are some cheerful celebrations right around the corner. Get a head start on your shopping list and visit the downtown shops to find gifts for all of your family and friends. Make sure to make your reservation for any holiday celebrations early. Bishop’s Landing is ready for you to shop, explore and eat!

Get a Head Start on Your Gifting List at URBN-ish

Is your holiday shopping list a long one this year? Getting out and shopping early is a great strategy to make sure you get presents for everyone on your list while avoiding crowds. Shopping locally is a great way to support your community and business owners. Boutiques like URBN-ish have a wide selection of clothing, kitchenware, and holiday decorations for purchase. Visit their Instagram to keep up-to-date with all of their new product drops.

Start the Holiday Festivities with the Annual Bishop’s Landing Tree Lighting

One of the best things about the holidays is the twinkly lights, warm drinks, and spending time with family and friends. On Thursday, November 18, help Bishop’s Landing kick off the holiday celebrations during the annual Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:00 pm. Grab a cup of cocoa or tea and head down with your loved ones to enjoy music from the East Coast Carolling Group before the tree is lit!

Book Your Holiday Dinner at Halifax’s Best Pasta Restaurant

Are you looking for a delicious place to host your Holiday dinner? Book your reservation at Ristorante aMano, who recently won two Gold ‘Best of Halifax’ Awards as voted by readers of The Coast – Best Italian Restaurant and Best Pasta! Once you’ve finished your pasta you can look forward to tasty desserts (they just updated their menu). Here’s your reminder to book early. Visit their website to secure your dates.

Artisanal Bread and Charcuterie Boards for the Holidays

The latest retailer, Pane e Circo, has been busy at work getting ready to open soon. They have been making their space a perfect location for holiday shoppers to stop in and take a coffee break while picking up some delicious baked bread and specialty cheeses as gifts. Keep an eye on their exciting developments over on their Instagram.


Bishop’s Landing’s restaurants, retailers, and professional services are following Nova Scotia’s health and safety protocols to keep both employees and customers safe.