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Live Music: The Johnsons!

This Thursday, we've got father and son folk duo, The Johnsons! Cover is PWYC ($10 recommended) with all proceeds going to the artist! When: Thursday, July 24th @ 6:30pm Where: […]

Live Music: The Chris O’Hara Trio!

Join us to welcome The Chris O'Hara jazz Trio to their first Trident show! Cover is PWYC ($10 recommended) and the jazz starts at 6:30pm! When: Thursday, July 31st @ […]

Live Music! Wild Blue Rose w/ Darrel Cameron

This Thursday, join singer-songwriters Wild Blue Rose & Darrel Cameron! The set will begin at 6:30 and cover is PWYC, $10 suggested! When: Thursday, August 7th 2025 @ 6:30pm Where: […]

Book Launch! Hollay Ghadery’s Widow Fantasies w/ guest Annick MacAskill

Join us for the Halifax launch of Hollay Ghadery’s short story collection, Widow Fantasies, joined by poet Annick MacAskill! We will have an author reading, a Q&A, and books for sale & for signing c/o of the King’s Co-op Bookstore. When: Saturday, August 9th 2025 @ 7pm Where: Trident Halifax, 1256 Hollis St.

Halifax Magic Club Presents: The Up Close Cabaret

Join us for an intimate evening of tricks and marvels from some of Halifax’s top stage magicians! Book your tickets in advance via Eventbrite! These events do tend to sell out, so book early! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1464446441729 When: Thursday, August 14th 2025 @ 7:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 Hollis St. How Much: $10

Chris & Susie G Music Live!

This Thursday, we have Chris & Susie G, a man & wife acoustic duo hailing from Halifax NS. They both play acoustic guitars, write songs, perform a mix of covers layered with harmonica & vocal harmonies to entertain & engage their audiences. They play a mix of folk, blues, country, originals & classic rock tunes! […]

Panopticonned Theatre Presents: Beyond The Pages @ Halifax Fringe!

We are delighted to host Panopticonned Theatre as part of the Halifax Fringe Festival! They will be performing their all-ages show, Beyond the Pages, twice per day for the duration of the festival. More details to be announced! When: August 27th-31st 2025 Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe Halifax, 1256 Hollis St.

Vulgar History Live!

Join host Ann Foster for a live episode of her feminist history podcast, Vulgar History! More details to come! When: Wednesday, September 3rd 2025 @ 7pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe Halifax, 1256 Hollis St.

Live Music: Noel Taussig Unplugged!

Welcome back once again to the fantastic Noel Taussig of the Bear Bones Blues Band! Cover is PWYC ($10 recommended) with all proceeds going to the artist! When: Thursday, September 4th @ 6:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe Halifax, 1256 Hollis St. Cost: PWYC, $10 recommended

Live music! Bill Travis/Mushkat

This Thursday's live performance brings indie folk artist, Mushkat (Bill Travis), back to the Trident! Come down and enjoy a drink, a snack, and some live music from 6:30-8:30pm on September 18th! Cover is Pay What You Can, $10 recommended, all of which goes to the artist. When: Thursday, September 18th 2025 @ 6:30pm Where: […]

Songwriter’s Circle Tour w/ Colin Fowlie!

Versatile singer-songwriter Colin Fowlie and a special guest will be playing a long set this Saturday, September 27th @ 6:30pm! Cover is PWYC ($10 suggested) with all proceeds going to the artists. Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe Halifax, 1256 Hollis St. When: Saturday, September 27th 2025 @ 6:30pm

Askance Publishing Author Spotlight!

Join us for a spotlight on three of Askance Publishing's authors: Sheila Graham-Smith, Shelagh Meagher, and DJ Wiseman. Reading, panel discussion, and books, books, books! Check them out below: if, […]

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