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  • Book Launch! A Fate Worse Than Drowning by Sarah Hawthorn!

    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

  • Halifax Launch of Philippe Mineau’s The Guilt Trippers!

    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

  • Neon Sign Comedy Vol. 7!

    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 […]

  • Live Music & Art: It’s Sparrow!

    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 and non-alcoholic!) chatting, dancing, live-laugh-loving, and enjoyment of Sparrow's first solo art and music event. What to expect: - the walls of Trident adorned with […]

  • Live Music: Nathaniel Sutton with Rebecca Fairless & Frankie Mae!

    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 tonight by Rebecca Fairless and Frankie Mae! Cover is PWYC ($15 recommended!) When: Thursday, August 13th 2026 @ 6:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 […]

  • Live Music! Gourmet Club!

    This Thursday, join us for a performance from Gourmet Club! Gourmet Club is the creative playground of Canadian producer and songwriter Vincent Baur. The project is gritty yet lush, a collage of saxophones, synthesizers, and lyrical perspective that remains uncompromisingly funny. The band’s debut album dives into the chaos of modern disconnect and the primal […]

  • Live Music: Kate Ferguson!

    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, 1256 Hollis St. Halifax

  • Adam Otmar: Farewell to Nova Scotia (with Marlo Day)

    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 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/adamotmar/2301329! When: Friday, September 11th 2026 @ 6:30pm Where: Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 1256 Hollis St. Halifax

  • Live Music: Paige Ballagh & Kale Penny!

    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 storytelling, warmth, and melodic ease. Joined by her multi-instrumentalist brother Mike Ballagh and her husband, CFMA-winning guitarist Kyle Waymouth, she delivers an inviting, grounded live […]

  • Poetry Night! Jaime Forsythe, Conyer Clayton, and Lisa Richter!

    Join three Canadian poets – from Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax – for readings from their recently released collections. All are welcome. Books for sale by King’s Co-op Bookstore. When: Friday, October 9th, 2026 @ 7pm Where: Trident Café & Booksellers, 1256 Hollis St, Halifax Lisa Richter is a Toronto-based poet, writer, and educator. She is […]

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