Activities and experiences

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Step back in time to experience the life of a Victorian-era soldier. Explore the history of Halifax, watch the firing of the noon day gun, and join a guided tour. Become a 78th Highlander for a day with a Signature Experience. Host a birthday party, school trip, meeting, or special event in this historic location!

Remembrance Day Commemorations

Starting at 11 am the 1st Field Artillery Regiment will fire a 21-gun salute and the noon gun.

Holiday experiences

Capture some holiday magic on November 22 and 23, from noon to 4 pm.

A group sitting at a decorated table raises their glasses for a toast.

Raise Your Holiday Spirits

Celebrate the holidays with a special tour and spirit tasting. Offered in November and December (ages 19+).

Activities from November to May 6

Explore the Parade Square and watch the 3rd Brigade of the Royal Artillery fire the Noon Gun.

Meetings and event rentals

Imagine holding your event in a venue steeped in Halifax’s rich heritage.

The Army Museum

Book a private group tour of the Army Museum: 902-422-5979.

May 6 to October 31

Plan your day

Plan your day at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.

Tours and programs

Participate in public or private tours and programs.

Fortress Halifax – A City Shaped by Conflict

Immerse yourself in the largest and newest exhibit at the Halifax Citadel.

Make memories at the Halifax Citadel

Transcript

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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Nova Scotia. [An aerial view of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and Downtown Halifax.]

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Nova Scotia. [The back of a 78th Highlander standing guard at the front gate of the Halifax Citadel.]

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Nova Scotia [Three 78th Highlanders firing rifles inside the fort walls.]

[Visitors follow the 78th Highlander as he guides them through the Halifax Citadel fort entrance.]

Compass Distillers brand. [Close up of Compass Distillers branded barrels.]

[Close up of a 78th Highlander swirling liquid in a 78th Highlander branded glass.]

[Four visitors walk through an interior brick archway into a lit historic room.]

[78th Highlander holds glass of alcohol and gestures with his hands while two visitors take a sip from their glasses then smile at one another.]

[Interpreters wearing historic uniforms work together to load and fire the Noon Gun Cannon.]

[Two uniformed interpreters play the bagpipes and drum in front of the Cavalier Building inside the Halifax Citadel.]

[Large crowds of visitors gather in front of the Cavalier Building inside the Halifax Citadel.]

[Two kids run up the fort stairs to the ramparts while an adult walks up behind them.]

[Two visitors walk up the ramp to the ramparts and are greeted by two 78th Highlanders.]

[A interpreter in historic uniform leads four visitors across the fort ramparts and down a set of stairs. It is the evening and all are holding lanterns.]

[A close up of two of the visitors' faces while they listen to the interpreter tell scary stories.]

[Interpreter laughs as he closes a fort door. Screen fades to black.]

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