2023 SPIN Summit

Welcome!

Halifax is thrilled to host the 2023 SPort INnovation (SPIN) Summit! Here you will find a dedicated page for attendees that will outline everything you'll need to know to make the most of your visit to our seacoast city.

Winter in Halifax means cozy pubs, warmly lit restaurants, and a thriving arts and culture scene. Halifax is filled with fascinating museums, attractions, galleries and unique shops that are open year-round . . . and don’t forget about winter surfing and brisk coastal hikes for anyone craving a little adventure!

Getting Here & Getting Around

Halifax is so easily accessible by air, land and sea; you’ll be here before you know it!

Halifax Stanfield International Airport is Atlantic Canada’s centre for domestic, regional and international flight service offering direct flights to and from other Canadian cities, major city centres in the U.S., as well as the UK and Continental Europe. It is approximately a 30 minute drive from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to downtown Halifax. There are several options from limo, taxi or Uber to express shuttle service and local transit - more details on options can be found here. 

Activities

Looking for quick and easy activities between conference sessions? Extending your stay? Explore these options:

Evergreen Festival

Evergreen Festival (November 24 - December 17, 2023) is a 4-week-long outdoor winter celebration of Nova Scotian culture, food, spirits, craft, art, and memorable experiences. Local retailers, restaurants, hotels, attractions, and public spaces throughout the Halifax region will offer holiday light displays and festive programming to celebrate the season.

Check out our Memorable Museums:

Explore Canada’s rich immigration history at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 ● Take an unforgettable tour of the award-winning Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery ● Discover the natural wonders of Nova Scotia’s land and sea at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History ● Tour the Titanic exhibit at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic ● Explore Atlantic Canada’s largest art collection at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia ● have fun while learning about science at the Discovery Centre ● or check out the new Steele Wheels Motor Museum. 

Thinking of taking a run? Check out these suggestions from Great Runs. 

Show your Badge

“Show Your Badge” is our conference delegate appreciation program. Simply show your badge at participating local businesses, and earn special offers. From local food tours to souvenirs, to local experiences, you’ll save on the best the city has to offer!  

Restaurants / Pubs / Cafes 

The following is a list of restaurants within a few blocks of the Westin Nova Scotian (distance and walking time are indicated). For a complete list of restaurants, please click on the "Dining in Halifax" tab on the right.

• Black Sheep Restaurant – 1496 Lower Water Street (8 min/ 650 m)
• Bicycle Thief – 1475 Lower Water Street (8 min / 650 m)
• Café Chianti – 1209 Marginal Road (2 min / 130 m)
• Cabin Coffee – 1554 Hollis Street (11 min / 900 m)
• Castello Café – 1223 Lower Water Street (5 min / 400 m)
• CUT Steakhouse – 5120 Salter Street (10 min / 800 m)
• Henry House – 1222 Barrington Street (7 min / 550 m)
• Pier Pub – 1209 Marginal Road (2 min / 130 m)
• Ristorante a Mano – 1477 Lower Water Street (8 min / 600 m)
• Seaport Social – At the Westin Nova Scotian
• Sea Smoke Restaurant & Bar – 1477 Lower Water Street (8 min / 600 m)
• Shuck Seafood + Raw Bar – 5120 Salter Street (10 min / 800 m)
• Tomavinos Restaurant – 1113 Marginal Road (3 min / 230 m)
• Trattoria Vesso – 1299 Hollis Street (6 min / 500 m)
• Wired Monk – 5147 Morris Street (6 min / 500 m)

Visitor Guide

Not sure where to start?  Download the most recent Halifax Visitor Guide for ideas, inspiration, and more!  Also, be sure to check out Discover Halifax's visitor website today!