Holiday experiences!
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Special events and holiday tours

Victorian Christmas
Capture some holiday magic on November 22 and 23, from noon to 4 pm. Visit Father Christmas and enjoy Victorian carols and stories. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or cash to Feed Nova Scotia.

Raise Your Holiday Spirits
Celebrate the holidays with a special tour and spirit tasting with a kilted 78th Highlander. Offered in November and December (ages 19+).
Private tours: bookings@halifaxcitadel.ca or 902-426-1990
Gift ideas

Souvenirs, gifts, and more!
Purchase a gift from the Regimental Shop and support the living history program. Visit the online store or shop in person during Victorian Christmas.

Official Parks Canada merchandise
Every purchase supports Canada’s national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas.
Victorian holiday crafts and recipes

Victorian holiday crafts
Get into the holiday spirit by making Victorian ornaments and cards at home.

Victorian recipes
Try making favourite Victorian dishes at home: Spotted Dick or French Beef Soup (Pot-Au-Feu).
Feed Nova Scotia
For over 30 years, thousands of families have celebrated Victorian Christmas at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and generously supported Feed Nova Scotia.
Parks Canada and the Halifax Citadel Society encourage everyone to continue the tradition of supporting Feed Nova Scotia at this time of year.
Admission to Victorian Christmas is free with a donation to Feed Nova Scotia (non-perishable food item, cash, or donate online).
Related links
- Plan your day
- Fortress Halifax – A City Shaped by Conflict
- Calendar of events
- Living history
- The Army Museum
- Make a Halifax Citadel paper doll soldier and soldier's wife
- Commemorating the First and Second World Wars
- Tours and programs
- Parks Canada red chairs
- Birthday parties
- Activities from November to May 6
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