AfterWords Literary Festival Presents Kim Echlin: Tell Others


  • April 26, 2026
    4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

The AfterWords Literary Festival presents critically acclaimed novelist Kim Echlin in conversation with journalist Evelyn C. White.  In Tell Others: Storytelling for a World in Turmoil, Echlin examines how we turn to literature to measure our lives against the darknesses of our time. Tell Others explores how literature resists silencing and repression with truth and (more…)

AfterWords Literary Festival Presents Souvankham Thammavongsa: On Writing


  • April 29, 2026
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm

The AfterWords Literary Festival presents Souvankham Thammavongsa: On Writing – in conversation with Stephanie Domet – on Wednesday, April 29th.  Tickets are available on the AfterWords website HERE for $40 including lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available).  Doors open at 11:00 AM with the event underway at 11:30 AM. Join us as this conversation with (more…)

Burger Bash! April 16-26


  • April 16, 2026
    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Time to Pork ‘n Roll at The Carleton!  Juicy pork and bacon patty, melted smoky provolone, a smear of roasted garlic aioli, grainy mustard, peppery arugula, and a bright hit of sun-dried tomato relish. All tucked into a toasted ciabatta bun. It’s bold, it’s messy, it’s satisfying, and it’s exactly the kind of burger you’ll (more…)

Field Guide


  • May 28, 2026
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Acclaimed Winnipeg artist Field Guide – after opening for Half Moon Run in August 2025 – returns to Halifax to make his much-anticipated début at The Carleton on Thursday, May 28th. Show time is 7:30 PM and tickets are $25 + HST. Field Guide makes music at his home in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Usually he (more…)

Colrain Album Release Show W/ The Public Service (Duo)


  • August 29, 2026
    8:00 pm - 11:30 pm

After opening for Hobo Aquarium in November last year, Colrain, along with The Public Service (duo), take the stage at The Carleton on Saturday, August 29th to celebrate the release of a new album. Everything kicks off at 8 PM and tickets are $20 + HST advanced, or $25 + HST at the door. *** This (more…)

Mel Farrimond (Full Band) EP Release Show w/ David Muise


  • July 5, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mel Farrimond returns to The Carleton, with a full band and able support from David Muise, to celebrate the release of the new EP, Peregrine Heart, on Sunday, July 5th. Show time is 7 PM and tickets are $25 + HST. Mel Farrimond is a Scottish-born singer-songwriter, whose introspective songs, heartfelt, intelligent lyrics and catchy (more…)

Deon Blyan Band


  • August 6, 2026
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

After many years, Torontonian Deon Blyan returns to The Carleton with on Thursday, August 6th for a 2-set night showcasing his brand of songs inspired by the musical foundations laid by the greats of the late 70s. The warm tones filled with hook-laden melodies that Deon has become known for will take shape with the (more…)

Private Event


  • June 2, 2026
    6:00 pm - 11:55 pm

Music, food, and drinks are flowing! Consider The Carleton for your next private party, dinner, meeting, wedding, reception or corporate event.  With a state of the art sound system, award winning Chef Mathias Probst, and terrific staff, we do it all! Check out our Private Functions page for more info or contact reservations@thecarleton.ca. (more…)

Carolina East


  • November 12, 2026
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Carolina East brings a rich blend of gospel, Americana, and country to The Carleton stage on Thursday, November 12th, where heartfelt storytelling will meet quick wit and undeniable charm. Featuring songs from her new album, produced by Cory Tetford, this show is intimate, soulful, and effortlessly captivating. Live music gets underway at 7:30 PM and tickets (more…)

Aaron MacDonald Band


  • October 10, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:30 pm

For his return to The Carleton on Saturday, October 10th, Aaron MacDonald will be joined by a hand-picked lineup of seasoned players for a set that leans into the rootsier side of his songwriting. With room for both stripped-back moments and full-bodied drive, the night will bring grit, warmth, and strong musicianship to songs already (more…)