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In New Brunswick, any reason is a good reason to celebrate, and we have many festivals worth travelling for! Whether you take in sunny summer events or winter carnivals, sample local food and wine at culinary events or join in the song and dance at jazz and bluegrass festivals, you’ll celebrate with the locals and feel the pulse of our vibrant cultural scene. Check out our events listings and calendar below (and mark it in yours) so you don't miss out on any of the fun!
 

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Community and Culture

Sheep to Shawl - Kings Landing

Shearing, picking, washing, drying, carding, spinning, dyeing, knitting…it takes a lot of work to turn fresh wool into a wearable woollen garment. Join us for a weekend all about the wonders of wool.
Kings Landing
5804 Route 102
Prince William, NB
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Community and Culture

Grand Falls Regional Potato Festival

The popular Grand Falls Regional Potato Festival has been going strong for more than 61 years, bringing together locals and visitors alike. This popular event is packed with exciting activities and entertainment appealing to all ages. Enjoy music, local artists, good food, family fun, contests and a parade in a friendly, relaxed and informal environment.
1 Chapel Street (next to La Rochelle Centre)
Grand Falls, NB
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Oromocto Pioneer Days

Come join us for lots of activities the whole family will enjoy at Oromocto's Pioneer Days! There will be carnival rides, many food vendors, a beer garden and live entertainment playing throughout the week along the beautiful Oromocto waterfront.
4 Doyle Dr.
Oromocto, NB
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Sport and Activity

Centreville Truck & Tractor Pull/Centreville Super Power Pull

Tractor pulling is a competitive motor sport in which modified farm tractors, modified tractors or trucks drag a metal sled along a prescribed course. The sled contains a box filled with weight that is mechanically winched forward as the sled progresses along the course. This Truck and Tractor Power Pull, hosted by the Centreville Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Centreville, tak...
698 Central St.
Centreville, NB
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The Shediac Lobster Festival

Locals and visitors alike enjoy close to 50 activities and experiences during Shediac's famous lobster festival. Music concerts, dance parties, a 600-guest outdoor lobster dinner on Main Street, lobster eating contests, rides, sports and more!
58 Festival Street
Shediac, NB
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Community and Culture

Ballet by the Ocean - Summer Series

Allow your senses to guide you in this one-of-a-kind exclusive experience. Come immerse yourself in the scenic backdrop of one of New Brunswick’s most stunning natural habitats while enjoying the astounding beauty of the award-winning Atlantic Ballet and savouring incredible local food pairings by celebrated New Brunswick chefs. Summer Series July 5–29, 2023 Wednesdays and Saturdays a...
Secret Location
Grande-Digue, NB
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Festival des rameurs (rowing boat festival)

The 54th edition of the Festival des Rameurs of Petit-Rocher will take place from July 5 to 9, 2023 and the 55th rowing competition will take place on Saturday, July 8. The main activity of the festival is the rowing competition of the Baie des Chaleurs by rowing a distance of approximately 35 km (22 miles). This activity is surrounded by activities for all age groups, including bingo,...
582, rue Principale
Petit-Rocher, NB
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Music

River Jam Fredericton

A not-to-be-missed music event along Fredericton's beautiful St. John River. Four stages and 20+ bands from folk/bluegrass to rhythm and blues and classic rock concerts performed by local bands, ending with a jam session that will bring musicians together for an all-star performance.
Delta Fredericton
225 Woodstock Rd.
Fredericton, NB
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New Brunswick Fisheries and Aquaculture Festival

The sea and its riches, fishing and its seals… It's a whole maritime heritage that is celebrated in style during the New Brunswick Fisheries and Aquaculture Festival in Shippagan, the commercial fishing capital of New Brunswick. Participate in the many activities of the oldest festival in the Acadian Peninsula: blessing of boats, music shows, sporting events, theatre and more. ...
200-1 Hôtel de ville Avenue
Shippagan, NB
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History of Love - Kings Landing

“Love comforteth like sunshine after rain.” ~Shakespeare. Ah, love. From the language of fans, Shakespearean skits, love songs, and other aspects of Victorian romance, this weekend focuses on the history of love.
Kings Landing
5804 New Brunswick 102
Prince William, NB
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Food and Drink

Beer on the Bridge

The Rotary Club of Fredericton Sunrise and SNAP! A Burlesque Revue welcome you to join us on the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge in Fredericton for a festival of the spirits! Give back to your community while you watch the sun go down over the mighty Saint John river. Come support Rotary's community projects while enjoying mead, beer and cider, live music, and food from some of New Brunswic...
Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge
Fredericton, NB
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Acadie Love Pride Festivities

The great Acadie Love Pride Celebrations features the beauty of diversity with a series of colourful cultural activities including an educational component. We are proud to promote inclusion, solidarity and awareness of the 2ELGBTQIA+ community.
Various locations
Caraquet, NB
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National French Fry Day

Celebrate National French Fry Day at Potato World on July 13. Events are scheduled to run from 11am until 2pm. This is a family-friendly event offering a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. Adults will enjoy the visiting the outside market and musical entertainment provided by Ivan Daigle; while little ones will enjoy inflatable bouncers, face painting, and visiting t...
Potato World
385 Centreville Road
Florenceville-Bristol, NB
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The ‘Finer’ Things - Kings Landing

Life in the Village can be busy and repetitive, but the finer things in life often serve to bring joy and reward to those who work hard. This weekend, villagers will showcase the finer things in their life and focus on their exquisite items, beautiful art pieces, fancy clothing and refined sources of entertainment.
Kings Landing
5804 New Brunswick 102
Prince William, NB
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Pride Week in Fredericton

We invite you to join us between July 15 - 23 on the unceded, traditional lands of the Wolastoqiyik Peoples for Pride 2023. A week of engaging and social and educational events culminating in a festival featuring a parade, live entertainment, food trucks and arts/crafts vendors.
Various venues
Fredericton, NB
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Food and Drink

Big Axe Craft Beer Festival

The Big Axe Craft Beer Festival features dozens of craft beer producers from the Maritimes and beyond and takes place in Nackawic – just 40 minutes from downtown Fredericton. Explore new-to-you craft brews, enjoy live music and grab something to eat at food trucks all nestled in the ground of the World’ Largest Axe! Shuttle service is offered from Woodstock Saint John and Fredericton w...
Nackawic Waterfront
151 Otis Dr.
Nackawic, NB
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Community and Culture

Bathurst Hospitality Days

Beautiful and friendly Bathurst's summer celebration, the Hospitality Days attract crowds with a week full-packed of activities and events - concerts, parade, show and shine, family activities and spectacular fireworks.
Various locations
Bathurst, NB
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Miramichi Irish Festival

Canada’s longest running Irish festival has something for everyone! Come enjoy pubs, music, cultural activities, and the hospitality of Miramichi. Celtic dancing, cultural workshops, family reunions, and - of course - corned beef and cabbage are all part of the festivities.
Various locations
Miramichi, NB
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Sport and Activity

Perth-Andover Tuff Muck Challenge

Runners will grind their way through this challenging 5 km course which will feature 16 obstacles including the Tarzan swing, muckin’ bars, mountain climb, and web crawl! You can call 506-273-4959 extension 2 for more information. Day of registrations will be accepted where space is available.
West Riverside Drive
Perth-Andover, NB
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Hullabaloo & Hurly-Burly at Kings Landing

Someone in the village is causing an awful lot of hullabaloo and hurly-burly. Join us this weekend to clear up the chaos and confusion to figure out what has turned the Village on its head. This is our popular Murder Mystery weekend with a twist...
Kings Landing
5804 New Brunswick 102
Prince William, NB
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Music

Blues D'la Baie Festival

The Blues d'la Baie music festival in Petit-Rocher brings visitors and locals together to enjoy the rich talent of seasoned and emerging artists from around the region, Canada and the world! Join over 6,000 blues fans during the festival in this friendly village where parking lots are transformed into performance venues for free shows and a large Big Top tent hosts all main performance...
Principale St. and Laplante East St.
Petit-Rocher , NB