A birthday celebration like no other

Celebrate with an experience they’ll never forget.

From exploring tunnels and ramparts to stepping into the role of a soldier, birthday parties at the Halifax Citadel bring history to life in a fun, hands-on way. It’s an unforgettable setting for kids to learn, play and celebrate all in one place.

What to expect:

  • Interactive, guided experience tailored to your group

  • Two-hour party duration

  • Private party room for your celebration

  • Admission to the Halifax Citadel included

To learn more or reserve your date, reach out by phone at (902) 426-1990 or email at bookings@halifaxcitadel.ca.

Girl in a black and red Scottish hat blowing out birthday candles on a cake surrounded by friends.

Party package options

Choose from a variety of themed birthday experiences designed to engage, entertain and spark curiosity:

  • Our do-it-yourself party, the Fête in a Fort lets you choose your own adventure as you roam throughout the Citadel. Explore rooms and exhibits, watch demonstrations or try on old soldiers’ uniforms — it’s all up to you!

    Price: $135 + HST (for up to 20 kids)
    Times and availability:

    • Available at 10am and 2pm every day between May 7 and October 31

    • Suitable for ages 5 to 12

  • Celebrate your birthday with the Halifax Citadel’s 78th Highlanders! Your host will teach you how to march and behave like a soldier as you scour the Citadel’s ramparts, casemates and tunnels for enemy spies. Don’t let any escape!

    The Citadel Celebration includes:

    • A host dressed as a 78th Highlander

    • A guided tour of the Halifax Citadel

    • Historic “drill instruction” and a hunt for an enemy spy

    • Time for cake and presents

    Price: $235 + HST (for up to 15 kids)
    Times and availability:

    • Available at 10am and 2pm every day between May 7 and October 31

    • Best for young Highlanders ages 6 to 10

  • Join the Royal Artillery and celebrate your birthday with a bang! Sign your enlistment papers, then learn how to raise signal flags and load a cannon just like gunners from the nineteenth century. Finally, watch the famous firepower of the British Army as the Citadel’s interpreters fire a cannon for your party!

    The Artillery Adventure includes:

    • A host dressed as a gunner from the Royal Artillery

    • A guided tour of the Halifax Citadel

    • Interactive activities with the Citadel’s signal masts and 6 Pdr SBML field guns

    • A firing demonstration just for your group!

    • Time for cake and presents

    Price: $300 + HST (for up to 10 kids)
    Times and availability:

    • Available at 10am and 2pm every day between May 7 and October 31

    • Best for gunners ages 8 to 12