Central Library
Central Library
Hours & Information
Closed until 9:00am today
Regular Hours
MondayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
TuesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
WednesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
ThursdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
FridayÂ
9:00AM - 6:00PM
SaturdayÂ
9:00AM - 6:00PM
SundayÂ
12:00PM - 6:00PM
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
Closed for Heritage Day
Monday, February 16, 2026
Closed All Day
General Inquiries: (902) 490-5700
Ask the Library: asklib@halifaxlibrary.ca
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Closed due to weatherWednesday, February 11, 2026Closes early: 3:00pm
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Closed for Heritage DayMonday, February 16, 2026Closed All Day
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Scenes from African Heritage Month Opening Night 2026
Music, joy, and community filled Paul O'Regan Hall for our 2026 African Heritage Month Opening Night. See the photos!
Movie Night for Crafters: Belle
Feb 17th | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Celebrate African Heritage Month with a craft-friendly movie night—lights on, lap projects welcome, and a screening of Belle.
African Drumming & Dancing with Amara Kanté & Kouraba
Multiple Dates
This program showcases the power of rhythm and movement as expressions of African culture, history, and artistic excellence.
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Scenes from African Heritage Month Opening Night 2026
Music, joy, and community filled Paul O'Regan Hall for our 2026 African Heritage Month Opening Night. See the photos!
Movie Night for Crafters: Belle
Feb 17th | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Celebrate African Heritage Month with a craft-friendly movie night—lights on, lap projects welcome, and a screening of Belle.
African Drumming & Dancing with Amara Kanté & Kouraba
Multiple Dates
This program showcases the power of rhythm and movement as expressions of African culture, history, and artistic excellence.
About Central Library
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- All gender washrooms
- Bicycle Racks
- Community Rooms
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Paid Parking
- Self-Checkout
- Study Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
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