• 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.

5K Fun Run-Walk

The Town of Halifax, Halifax Farmers Market, and the Healthy Harvest Community Garden will host a 5K Fun Run-Walk on Saturday, May 7th at the Halifax Farmers Market. Start time will be 9:00 am. Registration forms may be dropped off at the Halifax Town Hall, 70 South Main St., Halifax, or the Extension Office, 171 South Main St..

The first 30 participants to register will receive a free pedometer!

For more information, contact Maria Traynham @ 434-476-2147 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or

Denise Barksdale @ 434-476-2343 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Participant Information

Name: ___________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________________________

Gender: _______        Age: ______    Race: ______

Emergency Contact

Name: _______________________________          Phone: ______________________

Relationship to participant: __________________________

Waiver and signature required on back!

5K Fun Run-Walk Waiver

 Not all exercises are suitable for everyone. It is recommended that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If at any point during your workout you begin to feel faint, dizzy, or have physical discomfort you should stop immediately. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge the Town of Halifax, Halifax Marketplace & Farmers Market, Healthy Harvest Community Garden, and all employees or volunteers of the agencies from all claims or causes of action.

By signing below, you give the Town of Halifax, Halifax Marketplace & Farmers Market and Healthy Harvest Community Garden permission and consent to take photographs or videos of you during this event without expectation of payment. You further give permission and consent that any such media may be used in promotional materials, websites, social media, and shared with other entities.

Signature of Participant: _________________________________  Date: _____________

This section to be signed by parent/legal guardian if participant is a minor:

As the parent/legal guardian for the above-named participant, I hereby agree that the Town of Halifax, Halifax Marketplace & Farmers Market and Healthy Harvest Community Garden, all employees of the above-mentioned agencies or volunteers are not responsible or liable for any accidents or claims that may arise as a result of my child’s participation in the Healthy Harvest Community Garden 5K Fun Run-Walk.

Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian: ________________________   Date: ____________

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