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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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ACOUSTICA - Moncton summer entertainment series

The City of Moncton’s Acoustica summer entertainment series returns this year with another exciting lineup of free outdoor shows! TUESDAYS Victoria Park @ 7 p.m. Featuring local acts! Exception: The Tuesday, August 15 Acoustica concert will take place at Moncton City Hall at noon in celebration of National Acadian Day! WEDNESDAYS – New this year! Centennial Park @ 6 p.m. Featuring f...
Various locations around Downtown Moncton
Moncton, NB
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Living Roots Music Festival

A roots festival taking place in several small venues including living rooms, cafes, restaurants, parks, street corners, or anywhere else. Acts from across the country and beyond; full range or solo, duo and bands, poetry... anything goes.
Various locations
Fredericton, NB
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Edmundston Jazz and Blues Festival

The Edmundston Jazz and blues Festival marks the beginning of the summer season. Artists from New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia and the United States meet at the Festival. Whether you like jazz, blues, swing, latin or funk, let yoursel be carried away by the rhythm of the festivities at the Edmundston Jazz and Blues Festival!
8 Court Street
Edmundston, NB
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FLOURISH Festival

FLOURISH is an independent, not for profit music and arts festival held annually in New Brunswick's capital city of Fredericton, Canada. Renowned for content diversity, creative daring and its super-friendly vibe, FLOURISH is a critically and popularly acclaimed artist-run festival. Its projects include music, visual art, spoken word, writing, installations, theatre, comedy and more. ...
Various locations
Fredericton, NB
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Hope Music & Wellness Festival

Get ready to experience the ultimate summer festival that combines music, wellness, and the great outdoors. Our festival is a wild adventure for the soul-with group yoga, holistic workshops, art performances, and wellness services services available to book throughout the day. But its not all zen and chill- as the sun sets, we will kick it up a notch with the best of maritime music, pa...
3544 Route 114
Edgetts Landing, NB
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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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Sussex Fundy Fest

First annual edition of the Sussex Fundy Fest to be held on Friday July 21 starting at 6PM and on Saturday July 22 debuting at 6PM. Four artists on Friday with Jess Moskaluke as the headliner and 6 artists on Saturday with Carolyn Dawn Johnson and Blackjack Billy as the co-headliners. Tickets can be purchased at https://sussexfundyfest.eventbrite.ca
133 Aiton Rd.
Sussex, NB
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Gala de la chanson de Caraquet

The Gala de la chanson de Caraquet is the most important francophone song contest in the Atlantic region, having contributed to the development of more than 600 emerging artists thanks to its professional coaching, training component, multiple stage experiences and numerous prizes and scholarships.
Carrefour de la mer
29, Du Carrefour Ave.
Caraquet, NB
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Mega Show Tracadie - Festival BITOWA

Festival Bitowa, Tracadie's mega show, is back! This must-see event takes place under the Big Top located at 4104 Principale Street in Tracadie during the weekend of July 22, 2023. The public will have the opportunity to celebrate with some of the best rock singers and bands: Marjo, Éric Lapointe with special guest Breen LeBoeuf, and The Vinyles tribute band. Camping available on site....
4104 Principale Street
Tracadie-Sheila, NB
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Sweltering Songs

Sweltering Songs is a summertime folk festival held in the heart of downtown Fredericton, New Brunswick. The two-day event is a community celebration of songwriting and storytelling, hosting renowned Canadian artists and local talents on Fredericton’s Green, situated along the iconic Wolastoq river.
800 Waterloo Row
Fredericton, NB
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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
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Rock N Roll Festival

This three-day Rock ‘N’ Roll festival takes place in Miramichi, New Brunswick and includes such events as the Golden Oldie Car Show, concerts, street dance, fireworks and much more. Get your poodle skirts and leather jackets ready because we’re gonna rock this summer!
20 Fountainhead Lane
Miramichi, NB
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Boxcar Country Music Festival

Boxcar Country Music Festival will take place on the Saint John waterfront, and feature an exciting lineup of top Canadian country music artists supported by New Brunswick fan favourites and homegrown talent. In addition to the ticketed evening shows, the team at AREA 506 is thrilled to offer a weekend of free, family-friendly programming in the Waterfront Container Village — learn to...
85 Water Street
Saint John, NB
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Future Forest Festival - An Art Experience

Our Future in the Forest A movement is taking place in the middle of a vast natural wonderland. Now on its ninth edition, Future Forest is an art experience like no other that immerses its participants in an alternative reality that encompasses the beauty of its natural surroundings with the latest sonic and visual technology advancements. Location: 200 acre off grid retreat on Little ...
18th Road
Albrights Corner, NB
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Miramichi Folksong Festival

Join the fun at Canada’s longest-standing folk festival, celebrating Miramichi folklore with singers and fiddlers featuring authentic traditional and contemporary folk music.
Beaverbrook Kin Centre, 100 Newcastle Blvd.
Carrefour Beausoleil, 300 Beaverbrook Rd.
Miramichi, NB
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Area 506

The AREA 506 Festival takes place every New Brunswick Day long weekend on the Saint John Waterfront, and features the best of our province’s music, culture and goods, as three nights of incredible music for thousands of attendees. Their shipping container village creates the backdrop for a diverse group of vendors, brands and cultural groups to truly showcase the energy and ingenuity o...
85 Water Street
Saint John, NB
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Sappyfest

Sappyfest is an annual three-day festival held on the New Brunswick Day long weekend in the heart of downtown Sackville, featuring music, art, poetry, and performance from regional, national, and international artists. Known for its cutting-edge programming and exciting lineups of emerging and celebrated artists from all genres, Sappyfest is a must-see for music and art fans looking to...
Bridge Street
Sackville, NB
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Baker Lake Chamber Music Festival

The Baker Lake Chamber Music Festival is a yearly summer music festival dedicated to the creation and presentation of high-quality classical chamber music concerts in the region of Lac Baker, New Brunswick. Since its launch in August 2021, the FMC Lac Baker distinguishes itself by the exceptional quality of its musical creation and its intimate and welcoming environment. It offers uniq...
Saint-Thomas-D'Aquin Parish
45 De L'Église Rd.
Lac Baker, NB
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Nashwaak Music Fest

A New Brunswick Day long weekend Music Festival 30 minutes north of Fredericton, in a clean, safe, and fun environment. Enjoy East Coast music, camping, arts crafts village, food vendors, children’s play area and jam tents.
Nashwaak Bridge Festival Grounds
Route 107
Nashwaak Bridge, NB
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Cape Tormentine Beach Music Festival

The annual Cape Tormentine Beach Music Festival offers three days of live music from the Cape Tormentine Beach Campground. For 2023 details visit: http://capetormentinebeachcampground.ca/events/festival-schedule/ Learn more: www.beaconoftheeast.ca Call 506-538-7229 for updated information about camp bookings, tickets and one day passes.
1 Route 955
Cape Tormentine, NB
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Larlee Creek Hullabaloo

Held in Perth-Andover, and known as the “Little Festival that Could,” the Larlee Creek Hullabaloo brings together some of the best talent the East Coast of Canada and beyond has to offer, for one weekend of pure musical bliss. The Larlee Creek Hullabaloo is known for its genre-rich lineup, collaborative performances, and the downhome hospitality we show our audience and the artists who...
12255 Route 105
Perth-Andover, NB
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Fundy Sea Shanty Festival

Paying homage to those ships and sailors who helped forge nations, the Fundy Sea Shanty Festival acknowledges and celebrates their stories and songs and invite locals and visitors to celebrate the region’s maritime history. This international event features sea shanty performances, workshops, historical presentations, meals, a pirate encampment and activities for children. Events will ...
Harbour Park
424 Main St.
St. Martins , NB
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Sean McCann Sings The GREAT BIG Songbook at KIRA

2023 marks the 30th anniversary of The Great Big Sea and founding member Séan McCann will be celebrating the legend & the legacy right across the country. Singalong with “The Shantyman” as he sails us back in time through hilarious stories and foot stomping traditional favourites to the brighter bays of his native Newfoundland. This is the only “Tribute Show” you need to see this decad...
KIRA Amphitheater
130 Prince of Wales Street
St. Andrews, NB
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Mega Show Tracadie - PARTY ACADIEN

Under the Big Top located at 4104 Main Street in Tracadie, the Party Acadien is proud to welcome renowned artists to celebrate Acadian culture. The popular group Les Gars du nord will be on stage on Saturday, August 12, 2023 with La Bottine souriante et the legendary Acadian singer and songwriter Cayouche.
Grand Chapiteau
Tracadie, NB