'Tides of Tradition' by Carmahn McCalla (2026 Gritty to Pretty recipient)

It’s been 30 years since The Westin reopened their doors in 1996 and 20 years ago in 2006 THE TEN SPOT was founded. Congratulations 🎉

Marigold Kitchen gives you that “kitchen to table experience” where the Chef makes you feel like you’re in his home.

Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub saw comedian Matt Rife pick up a bartending shift Thursday night.

Halifax Jazz Fest’s Artistic Director, Andrew Jackson, is this year’s recipient of the Susan Hunter Award.

Bar Stillwell’s Chef, Joe Martin, is trying to change the culture inside kitchens with his “no-shouting” policy.

Agency Art Lofts shows how offices can be converted into residential units.

🐐 For the month of August, the Stubborn Goat is raising money for the IWK. At check out you'll have the option to donate $1, $5, $10, or round up your bill.

👕 Did you know that the Curio Collective donates part of their entrance fee to the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre? To-date they have donated over $20,000.  

Halifax getting $800,000 for cooling projects in parks | CityNews

Man charged after alleged bomb threat targeting U.S. Consulate | CBC

Overnight closures announced for Halifax’s Macdonald Bridge | CTV

Halifax man’s tent is a form of ‘accommodation,’ making him eligible for higher benefits: NS court | Canadian Lawyer Magazine

CARE Team - Crisis Assistance and Response Team | HRM

Nova Scotians under 14 will soon be banned from e-scooters and e-bikes | CBC 

We are currently accepting applications for DHBC's Event Sponsorship Program for events taking place in Downtown Halifax between October 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027. Learn more about the program and download the application form here.

DHBC is happy to partner with Queen’s Marque, Build Nova Scotia, and ParkVideo to host free movie nights every Monday in August and September. 

Halifax Tides FC are playing AFC Toronto at home, Sunday, August 23 at 1:00 p.m. We have some FREE tickets. Want them? Email allana@downtownhalifax.ca for more information.

TEDxArgyleSt 2026 is back August 29^th, and our very own Paul MacKinnon is part of the speaker line-up. Be sure to use the DHBC member codes (corporate table - DHBC15 & individual bookings - DHBC10) when securing your tickets.

Art of City Building (AoCB) is back for the 10^th year and because of sponsors like DHBC, pay-what-you-can tickets are available. Learn more here.

August is National Downtown Month in Canada

Downtowns and main streets are where Canadians gather for culture, connection, food, events and community. This August, take time to rediscover YOUR Downtown Halifax.

August Check List: 

_ Learn how to dance💃
_ Go see RENT at Neptune🎭
_ Visit one of our amazing art galleries🎨
_ Set sail for George's Island⛵ 
_ Enjoy music Tuesday night's at the Museum🎼
_ Dine on one of our 90+ patios🦐
_ Bring a friend 20 friends👯🙋‍♂️ 

August 13 – 16: Halifax Salsa & Bachata Festival.

August 13 – 15: Festival Grou Tyme.

August 14 – 15: Halifax Vibrancy Festival.

August 14: Acadian Flag Raising Ceremony. 

August 14: Shut Up x Dance.

August 15: Art of Disability Festival.

August 16: Sunset Beats Sunday Social.

~ Stay up to date with the 2026 cruise schedule: https://www.porthalifax.ca/cruise/cruise-schedule/.~

😎 This newsletter is curated by DHBC's Communications Manager, Jayme Lynn Butt. If you have business news you'd like to share, email jayme@downtownhalifax.ca.📬 

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