6 Best Nightlife in Nova Scotia, Canada

Bearly's House of Blues and Ribs

This dimly lit tavern's name gives music and food equal billing, but the outstanding blues artists the place books makes clear where its loyalty lies. You can catch an act every day except Monday, stand-up comedy (8:30) followed by killer karaoke (at 10) on Wednesday, and a Sunday blues jam at 8:30. The cover charge, when there is one, is usually C$5, but can be up to C$10, depending on the band.

Governors Pub and Eatery

In addition to some of the best seafood in town, this historic bar has some great summer entertainment, including a traditional Irish session every Wednesday (8 pm–2 am), guest bands and songwriter sessions on weekends (10 pm–2 am), and the "openest mike in Sydney" every Tuesday.

Old Triangle

A traditional Irish alehouse, the Old Triangle reels in patrons with better-than-average pub food and pints of Guinness, then keeps them fixated with live Celtic music every night. Traditional open sessions take place on Sunday afternoon and Tuesday evening.

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Seahorse Tavern

Now in a great new location, with the Marquee Ballroom upstairs, the Seahorse continues to draw an eclectic indie crowd for late-night music. The two spaces showcase the very best in local, national, and international music. Cover charge is usually around C$7 to C$15, but some nights are free.

Tatamagouche Brewery

The taproom of this popular organic craft brewery is a great place to sample brews while seated on the patio overlooking Main Street (or inside). Besides having a great selection of beers on tap to suit all tastes, there's live music on the weekends and on some summer weeknights. No food is served, but you're welcome to order in from other local businesses such as the butcher shop next door that makes excellent sandwiches. 

The Split Crow

Halifax's oldest watering hole (its earliest incarnation opened in 1749) has an old-time ambience and a full menu heavy on finger foods and deep-fried seafood. Nevertheless, it's the beer/band combination—nightly and on Saturday afternoon—that accounts for the bar's enduring popularity.