What's Going on in the North End: Valentine's Edition
February is here, which means Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Whether you are looking for the perfect Valentine's Day date, delicious sweets for an evening of self-love, or an excuse to go shopping, the North End of Halifax has got it!
Satisfy your Valentine Sweet Tooth
Mini Cakes from Dee Dee's Ice Cream - 5668 Cornwallis St.
Show your love with ice cream cake! Dee Dee's Ice Cream has opened up their pre-orders for mini Valentine's Day ice cream cakes, and they look absolutely divine. Each cake is $14 and can serve 1-2 people. The flavours include Triple Chocolate, White Chocolate, Cinnamon Heart, and Vegan Chocolate. The cut off order date is February 7th, so order your cake quick before they sell out!
Place your mini Valentine's Day ice cream cake order here.
Valentine Candy Box from Sour Me Sweet Confectionery -2698 Agricola St.
Now in stock at Sour Me Sweet Confectionery are the Valentine's Candy Boxes! These boxes are filled with goodies to celebrate the occasion, with a mix of chocolate, sour, and sweet treats. They are available for $29.99 - quantities are limited so pick yours up soon!
Stop in at 2698 Agricola St., or call (902)454-2277 to place your order.
Enjoy a Vegan Valentine Meal from Real Fake Meats - 2278 Gottingen St.
Not only is Real Fake Meats offering a delicious vegan white chocolate vanilla & red velvet cheezecake with raspberry coulis, but they are also offering an entire 3-course vegan meal! The meal includes a perfectly packed-up grazing box, handmade heart-shaped beet coloured ravioli filled with a delicious vegan spinach and ricotta filling, and of course the cheezecake. This 3-course meal is available for $38 for one, or $70 for two. Pre-orders are required, so make sure to order your Valentine's Day meal soon!
Place your pre-order here.
Valentine's Pastries from Luke's Small Goods - 2393 Agricola St.
For Valentine's Day, Luke's Small Goods is offering a Valentine's Box of Pastries! They have made up four Valentine's Day inspired treats: chocolate rye cookies, apple cinnamon rose, fudge brownie, and strawberry & chocolate danish. The box is available for pre-order, and each box is $16. Pre-orders are open until February 13th.
Place your pre-order here.
Vegan Valentine's Treats from Springhouse Market - 2290 Gottingen St.
Looking from some more vegan treats? Springhouse Market has got you covered! They have a variety of plant-based Valentines treats available for purchase, like their Valentine's Day Treat Box. The box comes with six mini house-made treats, and they are all vegan and gluten free!
The Valentine's Day Treat Box is available for $9.95 and can be purchased here.
Valentines Strawberry Tiramisu and Madeleines from Suda Table - 5520 Almon St.
Suda Table is offering strawberry tiramisu and madeleines for pre-order on their website here. Pre-orders are open until February 12th, so make sure to place your order soon! These items will also be sold individually in the café at 5520 Almon Street on February 11th and 12th; they will have limited quantities.
Valentine Fun for the Kiddos
Valentine Fun at Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St.
Head over to the Halifax North Memoria Public Library on February 11th at 3:00pm for an evening of crafting and sweets! Make homemade cards for all your friends using fun Valentine-themed craft supplies, and then decorate some sweet treats to take home. Kids of all ages are welcome!
Find more information here.
Shop for your Valentine (or for yourself!)
Locally made Valentine's Pins, Stickers, and Cards at Meyvn - 2240 Gottingen St.
Looking for some sweet, locally made art to gift to your Valentine (or to yourself)? Meyvn Sustainable Apparel currently has pins, stickers, and Valentine's Day cards by local artist Deirdre Sokolowska.
They are available for purchase in-store at 2240 Gottingen Street. Go get 'em before they are gone!
Send your Valentine flowers from My Mothers Bloomers -2086 Creighton St.
Send your love some flowers and support a local, North End Halifax florist this Valentine's Day! Stop in to My Mothers Bloomers at 2086 Creighton Street (which I recommend is you want to breath the freshest air of your life!) or order your Valentine's flowers online here. If those options don't work for you, you can also place your order by calling (902)422-2700.
Pick up some Valentine's Apparel at Almonak - 5659 Almon St.
Yes - Almonak is a brunch spot, but they have some super cute items available for purchase in their café too! Right now you can grab some sweet Valentine-inspired tee's, plus they have the cutest collection of Valentine's cards for all your pals, gals, and special someone’s.
Get yours at the Almonak cafe at 5659 Almon Street.
Valentine's Puppy Portraits at East Coast Dog - 3180 Isleville St.
This promo is perfect if your Valentine also happens to be your dog; East Coast Dog will be offering a Valentine's photo shoot for your pup on Saturday, February 11th from 12:00pm - 3:00pm! You will receive a Valentine's Day Photo (of your pup!) with any purchase. The digital photo will be emailed to you on, or before February 14th.
Find more info here.
The Perfect Valentine's Date Night
Drawn Up: A live comedy show hosted by cartoons at The Bus Stop Theatre - 2203 Gottingen St.
This Valentine’s Day, make it a night to remember by attending Drawn Up: A live comedy show hosted by cartoons! Created by comedian Luba Magnus, comedians are brought to the stage by original cartoon hosts and animated short films. The live comics featured are some of Halifax’s finest, including Sharon McCormack, Chris Halef, Mikhayla Lever, Kyle Barnet, Hello City Improv, and headlined by Luba Magnus herself.
Check out this show on February 14th, at 8:00pm at The Bus Stop Theatre. Tickets are $20 each.
Find more information here.
Valentine Collage Date at Cuts & Paste Gallery -Suite 101, 5663 Cornwallis St.
Enjoy an evening of arts and crafts with your Valentine at Cuts & Paste Gallery's Valentine Collage Date on Tuesday, February 14th! This is the perfect date night for collage enthusiasts. The price is $65 for two people and includes: 2 resource passes, gift bag including 4 collage postcards from artists Kevin MacLean and Hailey Mullock, mini workshop on creating sumanigashi, you get to take home your creations, and you get a gift card for Field Guide restaurant located within a 5 minute walk from the gallery. Pairs can visit the gallery anytime between 6-9pm that night (February 14th) but should aim to leave at least an hour for creation.
Find more information here.
The Valentine's Games at Rage Room - 2820 Isleville St.
Smash your way through a guided Rage Room experience with four smashing games available only with this custom limited-time package! The Valentine's Games package is $189 and includes: Rage Room pass for two people, 30 items to smash, four custom Rage Room Valentine's games, and a free $75 gift card for an after-smash dinner. This package is only available between February 8th - 14th, so book now before all of the spots are filled!
Find more information and book your spot here.
Sing your heart out at Valentine's Karaoke at Sourwood Cider Bar - 5576 Cornwallis St.
Karaoke is back at Sourwood Cider Bar! This Valentine's you're invited to sing any song that is in your heart, as long as you dedicate it to someone special out there...😉
Head over to karaoke at Sourwood this Friday, February 10th at 9:00pm. Plus, cover is FREE!
Find more information here.
Anti-Valentine's Date
Valentine's Day is Dead at Propeller Arcade - 2015 Gottingen St.
Valentine's Day is Dead 2023 is a fundraiser being held at Propeller Arcade on February 15th at 7:00pm for Jossie Cameron of Chokers x Chains, who has just had major surgery to help cure a long-time battle with endometriosis. 100% of net proceeds go directly to Jossie.
Enjoy punk rock and roll music, and tantalizing drag and burlesque performances by Randi E. Rogenous, Izzy Limpwrist, and Lumen Lux. Chokers x Chains will be on site with (you guessed it) chokers and chains beautifully made with vegan leather! Tickets are $15 advance and $20 at the door. Find more information about the event here.
Hello City presents Love Letters: Missed Connections at The Bus Stop Theatre - 2203 Gottingen St.
It’s that time of year again! Whether you’re in love or NOT – Hello City is here to save you from those Valentine’s blues with an improv comedy show inspired by love and letters. Check out this show at The Bus Stop Theatre on February 15th at 7:30pm. Tickets are sliding scale, $10, $15, $20.
Find more information here.
