Here is a list of events happening in Halifax during October 2025:

Mi'kmaq Heritage Month (All month long): Celebrating Mi'kmaw history and culture with various community activities and events. This year's theme is "A’tukwemk aq A’tukowinu’k – Storytelling and Storytellers." [Source: Family Fun Halifax]
Prismatic Arts Festival (September 26 – October 5): A national, multidisciplinary arts festival showcasing innovative work by Indigenous artists and artists of colour across Canada. [Source: Family Fun Halifax]
Halifax Urban Folk Festival (September 29 – October 5): The 16th edition of this festival, featuring singers, songs, and stories at venues including The Carleton, The Basement of the Economy Shoe Shop, and The Seahorse Tavern. [Source: Halifax Presents]
Bear Grease The Musical (September 30 – October 5): An Indigenous adaptation of the 1978 musical "Grease," blending cultural flair with the original's authenticity. [Source: To Do Canada]
Downtown Hali Hangouts: Carnival Games Night (October 2): A free event featuring carnival games at Foundation Wharf. [Source: Downtown Halifax Business Commission]
Downtown Hali Hangouts: Movie Night (October 9): Enjoy an outdoor movie screening at Foundation Wharf. [Source: Downtown Halifax Business Commission]
Downtown Hali Hangouts: Silent Disco (October 16): Dance to music through wireless headphones at Foundation Wharf. [Source: Downtown Halifax Business Commission]
Nocturne: Ground (October 16 – 19): A free, contemporary art festival bringing art and energy to the streets of Halifax and Dartmouth. [Source: Downtown Halifax Business Commission]
The Grand Tour - Halifax (October 17): A journey through classic country music at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium. [Source: AllEvents]
The Halifax Health & Wellness Fall Show (October 18): Featuring over 100 local health and wellness businesses at the Cedar Event Centre. [Source: Halifax Events]
Diwali Mela 2025 – India’s Festival of Lights (October 18 – 19): Celebrating Diwali with cultural vendors, performances, food, and music. [Source: Family Fun Halifax]
Nova Scotia Music Week (October 23 – 26): Showcasing the best of Nova Scotia's music scene. [Source: To Do Canada]
ReJigged Festival (October 23 – 25): Celebrating Celtic music and dance at The Stage at St. Andrew’s. [Source: To Do Canada]
The Biggest Persian Halloween Party in Halifax 2025 (October 24): A night of Persian dance beats with DJ SAM at the Marquee Ballroom. [Source: AllEvents]
Bach & Friends (October 26): Symphony Nova Scotia pays homage to Bach and his contemporaries at St. Andrew’s United Church. [Source: To Do Canada]
Haunted Halloween Weekend Pass 2025 – Halifax (October 31 – November 1): Two nights of bar crawls and Halloween festivities. [Source: AllEvents]

Please note that event details are subject to change. It's advisable to check the official event websites or contact organizers for the most current information.