Civic Events 2024 Check out our upcoming events Special Events Task Force (SETF) Process SETF Application, Special Events AO-2014-010, Entertainment Expressions of Interest, etc. Halifax Dartmouth Natal Day August 5th, 2024 Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Competition August 18th, 2024 Latest Updates Posted: July 17, 2024 - 4:42 pm Municipality observes Emancipation Day Posted: July 17, 2024 - 11:09 am Residents invited to Natal Day celebrations Posted: June 27, 2024 - 11:52 am Traffic Delay – Canada Day Parades in the region See all updates Dartmouth Festival Series 2024 June 23 - August 10: View the Dartmouth Festival Series Schedule. 44th Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Competition Date: Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 9AM: The sandcastle and sand sculpturing contest attracts over 10,000 people every year to the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. There are cash prizes for various categories. 2024 Natal Day Date: Monday, August 5th HRM Civic Events Facebook page Stay up to date with the latest in HRM events! Event Grants The Municipality supports events that build community, foster good community relations, supports culture, develops the local economy and tourism industry, and enriches the quality of life of all residents and visitors.