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We Met at the Bookshop is a private, after-hours literary speed-dating evening hosted at Trident Booksellers & Cafe. Designed for people who like reading, conversation, and being around others who […]
Join us for an intimate evening of tricks and marvels from some of Halifax’s top stage magicians! Space is limited, so book your tickets in advance! Tickets available from Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/up-close-magic-cabaret-at-the-trident-live-halifax-magic-club-show-tickets-1990822457562 When: Thursday, June 18th 2026 @ 7:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 Hollis St. How Much: $10
Join us Wednesday, July 22nd to celebrate the launch of Sarah Hawthorn's debut novel, A Fate Worse Than Drowning! Hawthorn will read from the book, answer questions, and sign copies (available to buy!) When: Wednesday, July 22nd 2026 @ 7pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 Hollis St. Halifax
This Thursday, ambient artist Ankur Dnyanmote will perform three improvised sound stories to the neon-lit cafe. Cover PWYC ($15 recommended) with proceeds donated to the Halifax Creative Music Workshop. When: […]
Join us this Wednesday, July 29th for the Halifax launch of Montreal author Philippe Mineau's highly-anticipated novel, The Guilt Trippers! We'll have a reading, Q&A, and of course, the books for sale & signed! When: Wednesday, July 29th @ 7pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 Hollis St. Halifax
Quality stand-up comedy in an intimate setting! Check out Neon Sign, the last Thursday of every month at Trident Cafe. Featuring some of the best comedians in the country, and this month we've got stand-up AND improv! Who could ask for more! Featuring: Roz Kennery Albert Coombes Collin Flanagan Catherine Robertson and improv by Hen […]
Drumroll please!! The moment you've all been waiting for - the debut of Summer Sparrow! You are cordially invited to an evening of live music, art perusing, mingling, drinks (alcoholic […]
Join us this Thursday for Nathaniel Sutton, an Edmonton-based singer-songwriter, delivering a unique blend of soulful, upbeat folk with influences of alt/country, indie rock, and moody tones. He'll be joined […]
This Thursday, join us for a performance from Gourmet Club, a project from local musician Vincent Baur! COver is PWYC ($15 recommended) When: Thursday, September 3rd 2026 @ 7pm Where: […]
This Thursday, join us for local singer-songwriter, Kate Ferguson! Show starts at 6:30, cover is PWYC ($15 recommended)! When: Thursday, September 10th 2026 @ 6:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, […]
This Friday, join us to bid musician Adam Otmar Farewell to Nova Scotia, with special guest, Marlo Day! Tickets for $10 in advance or $15 at the door, available at […]
This Wednesday, join us for Stratford-based folk musicians, Paige Ballagh & Kale Penny, visiting on their Maritime tour! Ontario-born singer, songwriter, and poet Paige Ballagh performs original folk-pop rooted in […]
Events proudly brought to you by Trident Booksellers & Cafe.
