Halifax Lancers

10/01/2026

🎉 Autumn Open House — October 4th 🎉

🐎 Come celebrate 90 years of Lancers at our Summer Open House! Join us at Halifax Lancers on October 4th from 2pm - 4pm for a day full of horses and community fun. This is a free event for the whole family!

This year’s Musical Ride performance is especially meaningful— we’ve been honoured to work in relationship with Mi’kmaq partners to deepen the Ride’s traditions. Alongside drumming and dancing, you’ll see horse and rider patterns inspired by Mi’kmaw teachings and symbolism, thoughtfully explored by our Lancer youth as part of an ongoing journey of listening, learning, and connection

🥁 Drumming & dance
🐴 The Musical Ride
🏠 Barn tours after the show
🐴 Pony rides by donation. *Please wear closed toed shoes - no crocs, sandals, or open footwear. *

Bring the whole family and come spend the day with us. We can't wait to see you there! 🧡

09/30/2026

On this National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we honour and celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island. We acknowledge the injustices of Canada's colonial history and it's lasting effects on First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities.

Halifax Lancers’ programming takes place in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people, in the district of Kjipuktuk (Chee-book-took) — “The Great Harbour.” The territory is covered by the Treaty of Peace and Friendship, which Mi’kmaq, Maliseet, and Passamaquoddy People first signed with the British crown in 1725.

We are deeply grateful to live and work with horses— Te’sipowk (Dee-si-bowk) – on this land — powerful and gentle teachers who remind us of the Mi’kmaw values of respect, balance, and connection to all living things.

Reconciliation is ongoing, and Halifax Lancers is committed to making this acknowledgment meaningful through learning and collaboration with Mi’kmaw partners and community members. This year we have collaborated with Mi'kmaw partners to embue our Muiscal Ride with elements and symbolism of Mi'kmaw teachings. We have been joined by the Skyview Eagle singers to bring drumming and Mi'kmaw songs into the performance.

We were also honoured to have Mi'kmaw commuinity members name one of the Horses of Halifax - Wasuet! This name represents resiliency, growth, new beginnings, and connection to all living things. Wasuet (wah-su-et) means blossom.

Join us on October 4th as we celebrate these values of respect, balance, and connection to all living things! We are excited to be hosting our Autumn Open House, including a performance of our Musical Ride, Barn Tours, and Pony Rides (by donation). The Open House runs from 2pm - 4pm.

We invite our community to learn about Mi’kma’ki, honour the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, and walk together in a spirit of respect and reconciliation.

We are all Treaty people. Learn more about Treaty Education in Nova Scotia: https://protect.checkpoint.com/.../nova.../treaty-education/

09/29/2026

Put on your party shoes and join us for a night of dancing, fun, and fundraising at the Ride On! Champions of Inclusion Soiree!! Tickets are avaiable now - https://register.onitevents.ca/register/register.aspx?EventName=ESNSLancers26

Join Easter Seals Nova Scotia and Halifax Lancers for the Ride On! Champions of Inclusion Soirée & Silent Auction on October 29.

Enjoy an elegant 3-course dinner, bid on a selection of exciting items and experiences, meet the horses, and enjoy live music from Home Grown — all while supporting inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities.

🕐October 29, 2026 | 6 PM
📌The Westin Nova Scotian

🎟️ Tickets are available now!
Visit: register.onitevents.ca/ESNSLancers26

09/26/2026

We welcomed Staff and Participants from the Power House Youth centre for a barn tour this week! We love being able to open our doors to community groups and share the magic of horses. The Horses of Halifax are happy to host and spread joy to all who visit. Thank you hfxnextgen for the lovely card and the happy visitors! We look forward to welcoming you again soon 💕

09/25/2026

to our Summer Open House and Musical Ride Performance on July 1st! We can't wait to do it all again on October 4th! This year’s Musical Ride performance is especially meaningful— we’ve been honoured to work in relationship with Mi’kmaq partners to deepen the Ride’s traditions. Alongside drumming and dancing, you’ll see horse and rider patterns inspired by Mi’kmaw teachings and symbolism, thoughtfully explored by our Lancer youth as part of an ongoing journey of listening, learning, and connection.

🐎 Come celebrate 90 years of Lancers at our Autumn Open House! Join us at Halifax Lancers on October 4th from 2pm - 4pm for a day full of horses and community fun.

🥁 Drumming & dance
🐴 The Musical Ride
🏠 Barn tours after the show
🐴 Pony rides by donation.

Bring the whole family and come spend the day with us. We can't wait to see you there! 🧡

09/24/2026

These Horses are the HEART of Halifax 🥰

09/23/2026

🐴 90 Years of horses in Halifax // 90 Years of the Horses of Halifax 🐴

"The more I have come to experience Lancers, the more I understand that it is so much more than a riding school. It is an extraordinary Halifax institution that provides therapeutic and wellness programs, provides opportunities for leadership and community, hosts public events, and maintains the Musical Ride. Most importantly, it is home to the Horses of Halifax — horses that have been part of the life of our city for generations.

There is something pretty special about having horses living and working in the middle of Halifax. They are part of our city's history and character, but they are also a living part of the city today. People walking through the Commons, visiting the Public Gardens or Citadel, or simply passing by the Lancers stables get to experience something that is rare in an urban setting." - Lancer supporter

09/22/2026

💃We are capping off our 90th anniversary with a grand celebration soiree at the Westin Nova Scotian hotel! 💃

Join us for a special evening dedicated to raising awareness and vital funds for Lancers programs and the Horses of Halifax, guests will enjoy an elegant evening of gourmet dining, live entertainment, and inspiring stories of resilience.

In partnership with Easter Seals Nova Scotia, the soiree captures the power of two iconic Nova Scotian organizations who come together in August for a Learn to Ride inclusive camp program at Lancers giving children and youth with disabilities the chance to build confidence, strength, and independence.

🎟Tickets are $199 and tables (of 10) are $1990

Get your tickets here: https://register.onitevents.ca/register/register.aspx?EventName=ESNSLancers26

09/22/2026

🔊 Recognise this iconic view?! Decades of Lancers know the countless hours spent in the tack room cleaning and warming up on the heater!

THIS is your chance to take home this original painting by Jack Ross entitled "Saddles, Halifax Lancers". Acrylic on Board, 12"x12"
BID by September 23! Currently $300 and bidding is in $10 (+) increments. 🖌️🎨

A portion of the painting sale will be donated to Lancers! Don't miss out!

To bid, phone Argyle Fine Art or list your bid here: 62710153@N03/55532114411/in/album-72177720335332764/" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/62710153@N03/55532114411/in/album-72177720335332764/

Phone: 902-425-9456

09/19/2026

That feeling when someone gets your itchy spot 😍