Halifax, Nova Scotia, not to be confused with the West Yorkshireversion in the UK, in December is a wonderful place to visit, whereChristmas trees and fairy lights illuminate the streets and you canreally get into the festive spirit.
The city has a great selection of parks, art galleries and museumsfor those looking to learn about the history of Halifax. Or perhapstake a stroll along the Halifax Harbourwalk, over 3km of boardwalk whereyou can find many of the city's tourist spots including the ImmigrationMuseum at Pier 21, museum of the Atlantic and there are a plethora ofshops to peruse on route.
Get yourself warmed up with a cup of hot cider from the Halifax SeaportFarmers Market as you peruse the stalls and stock up on fresh goodsand maybe pick up some of the local craft work.
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Looking to recapture your youth, then grab you sled and head to CitadelHill for hours of fun, the kids might enjoy it to! There is also snowshoeing, snow boarding and cross country skiing for those looking fora more active holiday.
Lastly, don't miss out on a trip to Peggy's Cove, especially of you'rea keen photographer looking for iconic shots. With fewer tourists millingabout, you'll be able to capture the lighthouse surrounded by snow,just beautiful.
Get your party hats on (and a nice big warm coat!) for New YearsEve in Halifax and head on over to the Grand Parade at City Hall whereall the action is and mingle with the thousands of other party goerslooking to celebrate.
The Grand Parade hosts an annual, huge, free partywith live music from some fantastic performers, the new year countdownand fantastic fireworks display at midnight.
Families will love it at the Emera Oval, with free ice skating, livemusic and fireworks, both at 7pm and at midnight, so the kids can enjoyall the festivities!
There are some fantastic events planned throughout the city, fromDinner Dance and Charity events, to Comedy evenings or Live Music Gigs,there is something for everyone when it comes to seeing in the New Year.
Halifax is a popular destination for New Years Eve, especially withthe big concert at Grand Parade, so the hotels will fill up quickly,book as soon as you can:
Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake
Prince George Hotel
Courtyard HalifaxDowntown
The Halliburton
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
You can search for deals at all of these venues, plus all of thetopHalifaxNYE hotels here.
For the last couple of years there has been a wonderful pop up Christmasmarket (The Halifax Lights Holiday Market) at Historic Properties 1869Upper Water Street, with an array of artisan wares and entertainment.
Get your reservations in for dining out on New Years Eve inHalifax, the popular restaurants will be booked out quickly whentheir menus/events are announced, so be ready - top recommendedeateries include:
Gio
2 Doors Down
Edna Restaurant
Chives Canadian Bistro
The Bicycle Thief
There is actually an excellent live stream available from Halifaxon new years eve so you can watch onloine if you can't make it in person- the festivities are due to be broadcast live onEastlinks Community Channel
There's also a webcam atEmera Oval
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