Barenaked Ladies
When: Saturday, 8 p.m.
Where: Halifax Metro Centre
This popular Canadian group is beginning its North American tour with a stop in the provincial capital and will have local rocker Joel Plaskett as the opening act. Tickets are $65 each and available at all Ticket Atlantic outlets.
Peter pan
When: Until May 30
Where: Neptune Theatre
This musical fairy tale is set to come to life in what is sure to be a hit with audiences. The play stars Stephen Roberts in the role of Peter Pan, and will see the Ontario-born actor doing many acrobatic moves on stage.
Celebrity Hockey-NHL Legends Maritime Tour
When: Sunday, 1 p.m.
Where: Halifax Forum
This charity game will feature Halifax local legends versus alumni from the Boston Bruins, including hall of famer Ray Bourque and sniper Rick Middleton. The event is general seating. Tickets: $22 each.
Elvis Tribute
When: Sunday, 8 p.m.
Where: Casino Nova Scotia
Performed Ryan Pelton and Thane Dunn, this show will give Elvis fans a chance to go down memory lane as the pair play hit-after-hit from the musical legend. Tickets are $42.50 each. Available at Ticket Atlantic.
Biger Than Jesus
When: Friday & Saturday
Where: Neptune Theatre
This one-man show performed by Toronto’s Rick Miller uses exciting multimedia and multiple characters to explore the thorny crown of Christianity through conflicting viewpoints. For tickets, visit www.neptunetheatre.com.
Halifax ComedyFest
When: Friday & Saturday
Where: Various venues
North America’s top comics are in town for this popular festival. For complete details, including the comedic lineup, visit www.halifaxcomedyfest.ca.