Year of Festivals
Great music, mouth-watering eats and a Maritime vibe are all waiting for you at Fredericton’s festivals! From the top international festival experience on Canada’s East Coast, the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival, to Atlantic Canada’s largest winter celebration, Fredericton FROSTival, there’s something to pique everyone’s interest!
A tradition since 1827, the New Brunswick Provincial Exhibition is fun for all ages.
Step back in time and enjoy a historical wine-tasting walk through the Village of Gagetown.
Visit various locations in the Village as you sip your way through town.
It’s the best international festival experience on Canada’s East Coast, with the best in jazz, blues and world music taking centre stage.
Midway, light and heavy horse shows, hauling matches, ox pull, antique tractor display, livestock exhibits, musical entertainment, woodsmen's competition and much more.
An opportunity for the whole family to meet farmers, view modern farm operations, and to discuss many issues related to modern food production.
Word Feast is Fredericton’s Literary Festival, brings together some of the best national and local authors for readings, school visits, workshops and talks in both official languages.
Celebrate, words, music and the arts.
This is your opportunity to see some of Fredericton’s most historically and culturally interesting buildings that are not usually open to the public.
Beautiful handcrafted products from all over the Maritimes.
Paintings, pottery, jewellery, wood products, sewing, baked goods, candy, chocolate and so much more.
While you're at Mix it Up Fredericton, there's no way but to have a good time.
Experience the vibrancy of the local filmmaking community with over 100 films by local, national and international filmmakers.
Start and finish your Christmas Shopping right here!
Find those unique, quality gifts for the special people in your lives.
Beautifully crafted items make the best and most thoughtful gifts!
Come and see for yourself.
Canada’s oldest Spirits Festival, this event offers special tastings hosted by world-leading authorities on whiskies and premium spirits, as well as appreciation techniques.
Enjoy a Handmade Christmas and support local crafters!
10am - 9pm
Have fun while shopping for arts, crafts, and antiques.
Take part in a Treasure Hunt and look out for Santa Claus and carolers.
A lighted Christmas parade to welcome Santa Claus! Get bundled up and enjoy the sights of parade floats and the sounds of marching bands playing your favourite Christmas tunes.
You may even get a candy cane (or two)!
A magical gift show that includes crafts, gifts, wine, and pictures with Santa! Shop for someone special, or even yourself!
