• Main Street America Affiliate

    As a Main Street America Affiliate, the Town of Halifax is part of a national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development.  

  • Portal to the Past

    Occupying a site that has been used for court purposes since 1803, the Courthouse holds hundreds of thousands of documents relating to the people and property of Halifax County, Virginia. The court records go back to 1752, when Halifax County was cut off from Lunenburg. Read More

  • Historic Business District

    Photo: Downtown Halifax (Houston) circa 1910 Halifax County was formed from Lunenburg in 1752, and the Town of Halifax has been the county seat since 1777. The courthouse town of Banister, named after the neighboring river, grew around the new courthouse. Called Banister Town during the Civil War, the town became Houston in 1890 to entice a new railroad, and after WWI changed its name to Halifax. Read More

  • Wired to the World

    Our local businesses enjoy high-speed internet access, including fiber, and we want our visitors and residents to be able to stay connected while in town also; to that end, a number of businesses offer free hotspots. Read More

  • Outdoor Recreation

    Photo: Banister River below the Banister Lake Dam. Banister Lake, a reservoir formed by the Banister River dam, lies within the Town of Halifax and provides a great opportunity for recreation. Recreational activities on the lake include boating, fishing, and kayaking. Read More

  • Vibrant Arts Community

    Events such as the Halicraft Art Festival allow us to showcase the talent in our area. Halifax County enjoys an abundance of local professional artists, writers and performers who have an interest in development of the arts. Read More
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APRIL IS FAIR HOUSING MONTH

It is illegal to discriminate in residential housing on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, disability, source of funds, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status. If you believe you have been discriminated against, call 888-551-3247 or TTY VA Relay 7-1-1.

The following is a listing of local holiday events & shopping taking place in the Town of Halifax

Saturday November 29th, Shop Snall, Shop Local!

Visit participating businesses in the Town of Halifax where you will find great buys all while supporting your local community!

 

Saturday November 29th, Dec. 6th & 13th!

Town of HalifaxFarmers Market, 2nd annual Indoor/Holiday market will be open 9am-3pm, where local market vendors and crafters will showcase great holiday products and gifts!

 

Sunday November 30th, Christmas Open House!  1pm-until

Letters to Santa ready?  Hand deliver them to Santa himself when you visit with him at Cozy Cottage! (1-4 pm, and bring your camera), Kidsw Scavenger Hunt at participating businesses!  Register to win the worlds largest Christmas stocking at The Peddlers Market! 

FREE Children's craft workshop:  kids can make a Snowman gift giving bucket & a holiday picture frame.  Gift wrapping will be available for donations, which will support the Community Clock project

Hungry for lunch?  Pino's pizza will have pizza by the slice available along with regular menu items!

 

Friday December 12th, 6:30pm!

5th Annual Children's Christmas Parade Theme "It's Better to Give Than to Receive"  sponsored by the Halifax Village Association & the Town of Halifax.  The Town of Halifax tree lighting ceremony will also take place during this event.

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