Central Library
Central Library
Hours & Information
Open today until 9:00pm
Monday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday
12:00PM - 6:00PM
General Inquiries: (902) 490-5700
Ask the Library: asklib@halifaxlibrary.ca
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
No upcoming closures or holidays at this location.
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Every Story Makes a Splash! Summer Reading Club 2026 Updates
Jul 15, 2026
See how our community of readers is growing week by week: Check back here throughout the summer for the latest system-wide points totals!
Open Book: 2SLGBTQIA+ Living Stories & Conversations
Jul 22nd | 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Everybody has a story. Connect with 2SLGBTQIA+ human “books” from around the world, and learn about their lives and experiences.
Documentary: Small Town Pride
Jul 20th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Explore queer life in small-town Canada through stories of Pride, community, safe spaces, and standing up against discrimination.
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Every Story Makes a Splash! Summer Reading Club 2026 Updates
Jul 15, 2026
See how our community of readers is growing week by week: Check back here throughout the summer for the latest system-wide points totals!
Open Book: 2SLGBTQIA+ Living Stories & Conversations
Jul 22nd | 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Everybody has a story. Connect with 2SLGBTQIA+ human “books” from around the world, and learn about their lives and experiences.
Documentary: Small Town Pride
Jul 20th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Explore queer life in small-town Canada through stories of Pride, community, safe spaces, and standing up against discrimination.
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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