Upcoming Performances

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…)

Addi John (Duo)


  • August 9, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Addi John (former lead singer/guitarist of London-based indie darlings Lost In Japan) makes his first foray to Halifax with a duo show at The Carleton on Sunday, August 9th. Show time is 7 PM and, because it’s his first time in the market, tickets are only $15 + HST. We guarantee this is worth your (more…)

Up On The Roof – An Evening With Micah Barnes Of The Nylons


  • August 16, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Carleton is pleased to present Micah Barnes – formerly of The Nylons – on his Up On The Roof Tour, a show that will lean heavily on the songs of that internationally famous a cappella group, as well as standards he has made his own. The date is Sunday, August 16th, show time is (more…)

Tayler Jade W/ Special Guest Burry


  • August 20, 2026
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Emerging local talent Tayler Jade, along with special guest Burry, make their début at The Carleton on Thursday, August 20th. Show time is 7:30 PM and tickets are $20 + HST. Tayler Jade is an emerging folk pop song-writer from the East Coast. Tayler Jade blends catchy pop hooks with sentimental acoustic moments, uplifting folk (more…)

Patouche Collective Album Release Show


  • August 23, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

New Acadian supergroup Patouche Collective (Maxim Cormier guitar, Gervais Cormier guitar and harmonica,  Malcolm MacNeil fiddle, Ben Smith fiddle, Amelia Parker fiddle and Ed Wordsworth bass) gather to celebrate the release of their new eponymous album at The Carleton on Sunday, August 23ed. Show time is 7 PM and tickets are only $20 + HST Patouche Collective is a Cape (more…)

Craft Draught Showdown: Big Spruce VS Tatamagouche


  • August 26, 2026
    7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 Pm on August 26h when the Big Spruce and Tatamagauche brewing companies go head to head. Enjoy a five-course dinner crafted by Chef Mathias Probst and his team, each course paired with two 4 oz. brews selected by competing Brewmasters. Chefs and Brewmasters will join you throughout the evening to share the story (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…)

Ben Caplan – Wednesday


  • September 9, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Thanks to popular demand, Ben Caplan returns to The Carleton for two more intimate shows on Wednesday, September 9th (this one) and Thursday, September 10th. Show time on Wendesday is 7:00 PM and 7:30 PM on Thursday. Tickets each night are $50 + HST. Caplan will be gearing up for a tour of Scandinavia and (more…)

Ben Caplan – Thursday


  • September 10, 2026
    7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Thanks to popular demand, Ben Caplan returns to The Carleton for two more intimate shows on Wednesday, September 9th and Thursday, September 10th (this one). Show time on Wednesday is 7 PM and 7:30 PM on Thursday. Tickets each night are $50 + HST. Caplan will be gearing up for a tour of Scandinavia and (more…)

Mike McKenna Jr. W/ Special Guests falllift


  • September 12, 2026
    8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Cape Breton artist Mike McKenna Jr. returns to The Carleton with special guest falllift on Saturday, September 12th. Show time is 8 PM and tickets are $25 + HST. Canadian singer songwriter Mike McKenna Jr. is an award-winning artist from Cape Breton Island; with a raspy, soulful voice, warm indie, folk, and Americana tones, and powerful songs, (more…)