Groups and clubs to join in Halifax

Lawn bowling club popular with retirees and older adults

Social

Spencer House Seniors Centre

Culture & Language | Social

Spencer House is a not-for-profit institution which establishes, implements, and manages diverse programs and services designed for older adults, to assist them in living independently, maintaining their connections to…

Social

Dartmouth Seniors Service Centre

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Seniors Service Centre is a vibrant, non-profit, member-supported organization with over 50 years of service to seniors and the Dartmouth community. We bring people together through friendship, recreation, and…

ICCA Seniors Group

Social | Books & Learning

ALL ICCA SENIOR MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US FOR FELLOWSHIP AND FUN EVERY WEEK AT THE CLUB. WEDNESDAYS FROM 10AM TO 2PM This is a time for the senior members within the Italian Canadian Cultural Association to gather…

Pages and Pints Bookclub

Pages & Pints is a local Halifax book club run by @kydraslittlelibrary on Instagram. Pages & Pints is open for anyone to join at any time and is low commitment and flexible book club. This means you are welcome to come…

Arts & Hobbies | Social

Haliente

Downtown Halifax: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Tango Dance Studio. We offer partner Classes for Beg- Adv! Try your 1st for free!

Sport & Fitness

Halifax PLAYS

Halifax PLAYS serves to help the community bring recreational sports to themselves. We aim to generate greater access to decentralized sports by offering the tools and support that help sport communities launch and pros…

Friends of McNabs Island Society

a registered charity dedicated to preserving & protecting McNabs & Lawlor Islands in Halifax Harbour, Nova Scotia

Wanderers Grounds Halifax NS

The Beacons

Independent supporters group for Halifax Tides FC. The group brings supporters together around Halifax professional women’s football and offers an easy community for people attending matches alone

Wanderers Grounds Halifax NS

Privateers 1882

Independent supporters group for HFX Wanderers FC. Supporters gather in The Kitchen at home matches and welcome people who want to join the match atmosphere. Suitable for solo football fans because the group provides an…

Books & Crafts

Halifax Humanities Society

2222 Brunswick Street Halifax NS

Supportive university level humanities classes covering literature philosophy politics and art. Halifax Humanities 101 is free for adults living on low incomes or facing barriers to education. A structured course makes…

2177 Gottingen Street Halifax NS

RadStorm

Volunteer run all ages community arts space with music rehearsals screen printing zines workshops exhibitions and social discussions. Public open hours are Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm. Suitable for attending alone because…

Social Clubs

Halifax Tamagotchi Club

The Halifax Tamagotchi Club is for all virtual pet enthusiasts to get together, make friends, and enjoy virtual pets together! We meet at least monthly.

Haliflocks Bird Watching

a hub for the growing birder community of Halifax and beyond HaliFlocks tours are designed to be low barrier for all participants. Tours are enjoyable for people of all levels of experience, age, and background. Dress f…

Running and Outdoors

Bedford Run Club

Garrison Seaport Brewery

Bedford Run Club is a community of individuals brought together by running, socializing, and beer! The Bedford Run Club meets every Tuesday at the Garrison Seaport Brewery at 6pm! There’s nothing fancy to our group, jus…

Coffee Outside HFX

Varies each week

☕ Coffee & tea outside in Halifax 🗓 Thursdays 7:00 to 8:00 AM 🌲 Bring a cup, meet people, start the day outside 📍 Weekly location posted on instagram!

Dating

HFX Mingle

The best singles only events in Halifax. Time to ditch the apps and meet IRL.

The November Project

The November Project welcomes creatives, artists, musicians, crafters, knitters, poets, dancers, and new media creators to join the global fight for human rights, for everyone to get home, and to keep our families toget…

Speaking Club Halifax

A safe, joyful space where English conversation meets creative expression. Speak freely, laugh together, grow together 💜

Halifax Sport and Social Club.

Organised recreational sport leagues for adults across Halifax — volleyball, dodgeball, flag football and more. A brilliant way to stay active, meet people, and have fun without taking yourself too seriously.

Halifax Social Club or Girl Talk Social Club

A women-centred social community hosting regular events — brunches, beach days, trivia nights and more — to help women in Halifax connect, laugh and build lasting friendships.

Human Connection Club HFX

HCC brings people together through fun, pressure-free social events around Halifax — think hikes, beach days, hangouts and community gatherings. Perfect for newcomers and anyone looking to expand their social circle.

Seven Bays Bouldering

Halifax's community bouldering gym with routes for all levels from beginner to advanced. Seven Bays hosts regular climbing sessions, social events and community nights — no rope required.

ISANS

Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) helps newcomers settle, find work and connect with their community. Programs include language classes, employment support and social integration events.

Feed Nova Scotia

Feed Nova Scotia coordinates food banks and hunger-relief programs across the province. Volunteers help sort food, pack hampers and support community distribution events throughout the year.

Sunday Suppers at St Andrew's Church

Sunday Suppers at St Andrew's Church is listed under Volunteering. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Spanish Conversation Meetup

Practise your Spanish (or just soak up the vibes) at regular Halifax conversation meetups. All levels welcome — beginners through to fluent speakers. A relaxed, social way to learn a language.

Halifax Public Libraries

Halifax Public Libraries hosts hundreds of free events each month — from book clubs and language cafes to craft nights, film screenings and community meet-ups. Something for everyone, no library card required for most e…

HFX Hares

HFX Hares — 'Never Lucky, Est. 2020' — is a hash house harriers running group: part running club, part social club, all fun. Expect trail runs, pub stops, and plenty of laughs.

North End Runners

A welcoming Halifax running community with multiple weekly routes through the North End, waterfront and beyond. All paces and abilities are encouraged — the group thrives on inclusivity and good company.

Chain of Lakes parkrun

A free, weekly 5 km timed run at Chain of Lakes Trail every Saturday morning. All paces welcome — run, jog or walk. Just register once at parkrun.ca and bring a printed or digital barcode.

Games & Trivia

The Board Room Game Cafe

Halifax's dedicated board game café with hundreds of titles to choose from. Drop in for a casual game, join organised events, or just enjoy great food and drink in a game-loving atmosphere.

Games & Trivia

Halifax Board Games

Weekly board game nights in Halifax for everyone from casual players to hardcore strategists. Bring your favourites or discover something new with a friendly crowd.

Halifax Gals and Pals

A vibrant, inclusive community for women and allies to make friends and explore Halifax together — outdoor adventures, social events, restaurant nights and everything in between.

Nova Scotia Social Conversation Meetups

Casual, welcoming meetups where locals and newcomers can practise conversation, share stories and build friendships over coffee, walks or social outings across Nova Scotia — including trips to Peggy's Cove.

Italian Canadian Association of Nova Scotia

Italian Canadian Association of Nova Scotia is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Maritime Sikh Society

Maritime Sikh Society is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Scandinavian Society of Nova Scotia

Scandinavian Society of Nova Scotia is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Sri Lanka Canadian Community of Atlantic Region

Sri Lanka Canadian Community of Atlantic Region is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

United African Canadian Women's Association

United African Canadian Women's Association is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

South Indian Cultural Association of the Maritimes

South Indian Cultural Association of the Maritimes is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Regional Newcomers Social Club

Halifax Regional Newcomers Social Club is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Public Libraries Newcomer Social

Halifax Public Libraries Newcomer Social is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

YMCA Newcomer Programmes

YMCA Newcomer Programmes is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Ironstone Strength and Conditioning

Ironstone Strength and Conditioning is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Trail Runners Club

Halifax Trail Runners Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

BLT Runners

BLT Runners is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Dartmouth Runners Association

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Runners Association is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Triathlon Club

Halifax Triathlon Club is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Cycling Coalition

Halifax Cycling Coalition is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Bike Again

Bike Again is listed under Volunteering. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Photographic Guild of Nova Scotia

Photographic Guild of Nova Scotia is listed under Hobbies & Creative. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Nova Scotia Potters Guild

Nova Scotia Potters Guild is listed under Hobbies & Creative. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

You Gotta Sing Chorus

You Gotta Sing Chorus is listed under Hobbies & Creative. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

An Cumann Irish Association of Nova Scotia

An Cumann Irish Association of Nova Scotia is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Chinese Society of Nova Scotia

Chinese Society of Nova Scotia is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Filipino Cultural Society of Nova Scotia

Filipino Cultural Society of Nova Scotia is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Gaelic Language Society of Halifax

Gaelic Language Society of Halifax is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre

Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

YWCA Halifax Newcomer Support Programme

YWCA Halifax Newcomer Support Programme is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

New in Halifax

New in Halifax is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Running Room Halifax Run Club

Running Room Halifax Run Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

East Peak Climbing

A full-facility indoor climbing gym in Halifax offering bouldering, top-rope and lead climbing. East Peak runs beginner courses, youth programs and community events throughout the year.

Halifax BJJ Society

A community Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club in Halifax offering classes for all levels from complete beginners to experienced grapplers. Training in a supportive, ego-free environment.

Halifax Velocity Runners

Halifax Velocity Runners is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Girls Gone Gazelle Run Club

Girls Gone Gazelle Run Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Heart and Sole Running Club

Heart and Sole Running Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Books & Crafts

Wonder'neath Art Society

A community arts organisation offering accessible workshops, classes and events across Halifax. Wonder'neath believes creativity belongs to everyone and supports artists at every level.

Volunteer Nova Scotia

Volunteer Nova Scotia is listed under Volunteering. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Search and Rescue

Halifax Search and Rescue is a volunteer SAR team responding to emergencies across HRM. Members train regularly in wilderness navigation, first aid and rescue techniques — new volunteers welcome.

Ecology Action Centre

Nova Scotia's leading environmental charity, the EAC runs volunteer and advocacy programs on climate, transportation, food and nature. A great way to meet like-minded people while making a real difference.

Elite Elements Wellness Co.

Elite Elements Wellness Co. is a Halifax mind and body wellness club offering studio classes, personal training, recovery room bookings and community wellness events through its app.

Easy Breezy Run Club

A relaxed Halifax run club and community for everyone. Easy Breezy meets Wednesday mornings outside Cafe Byron on Agricola Street, welcomes all paces, and keeps the tone social rather than serious.

Halifax Public Libraries Socials and Clubs

A simple way to browse the library’s social clubs, reading groups, creative sessions and community meetups across Halifax.

Volunteer Halifax

Volunteer Halifax is listed under Volunteering. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Terra Cafe sign, Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS

Queer Run Club Halifax

A no-sign-up Halifax queer run club for fun, coffee and community. All skill levels are welcome. The group meets under the Terra Cafe sign on Lower Water Street before heading out together.

Halifax Parks Cleanup Program

Halifax Parks Cleanup Program is listed under Volunteering. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Fast Company Running Club

Fast Company Running Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Road Hammers

Halifax Road Hammers is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Running Club

Halifax Running Club is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

CFB Halifax Curling club

CFB Halifax Curling club is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Halifax Curl

Halifax Curl is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Hike NS

Hike NS is listed under Running & Outdoors. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

YMCA classes

YMCA classes is listed under Sports & Active. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Alliance Française Halifax

Alliance Française Halifax is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Team Rubicon Canada

A veteran-led humanitarian organisation built to serve communities before, during, and after disasters and crises.

HÉHO Halifax

HÉHO Halifax is listed under Culture & Language. Check the link for the latest details before attending.

Immigrant Migrant Women Association of Halifax