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!
Mala is a Mi'kmaq word that means "where I'm from".
In a dynamic multimedia presentation, the facade of the Legislature comes to life in Mala, an evocative and vibrant journey through our collective identity.
The Jeux de l'Acadie is a mix of both sporting and cultural events for Acadian and Francophone youth from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI and Newfoundland.
Celebrate Oromocto Pioneer Days and Canada Day during this week-long event that includes community suppers, midway rides and games, live music, bingo, food vendors and more!
Join us in downtown Fredericton on June 30 & July 1st to ring in the nation’s 150th birthday with two FREE days of music!
River Jam features more than 20 local bands on four stages with a focus on folk, bluegrass, rhythm & blues, and classic rock.
The night finishes out with a jam session that brings the musicians together for an all-star performance.
Producing exciting new theatre from both amateur and seasoned locals, the NotaBle Acts Summer Theatre Festival puts New Brunswick’s playwrights at centre stage.
Take in a play from the lineup on stages across Fredericton.
A fun-filled family weekend on the grounds of historic Government House.
Come for your annual Celtic infusion of music, bagpipes, highland dance, traditional Scottish athletics, Scottish foods, whiskies, genealogy, crafts and more.
Held just 25 minutes outside of Fredericton in Tay Creek, enjoy a variety of Folk, Country, Classic rock, Celtic, Bluegrass, Blues and Soul; jam sessions; musical & environmental workshops; BBQ; coffee shop; hiking trails;
A New Brunswick Day long-weekend Music Festival.
Enjoy East Coast Music, Camping, Arts Crafts Village, Food vendors,
Children’s play area and jam tents. Clean, safe, and fun!
A long weekend made for runners and beverage enthusiasts!
Various run lengths and after-run events centered on spirits, wine, cider, mead and craft beer.
The ever popular Beer Run will be held on Monday, August 7!
A two-week long festival, the NB Summer Music Festival celebrates classical chamber music, featuring the works of selected composers played by Canada’s most talented classical musicians.
Live music, great food, beer/wine garden, arts and craft vendors, free admission.
A variety of activities for the whole family to celebrate Acadian language, culture and joie de vivre! Music, games for kids, fl ag raising ceremony, and a tintamarre (parade).
THE WORLD'S BEST CURLERS. THE SPORT'S LARGEST PRIZE.
The premier fine craft festival in NB held annually in the heart of downtown Fredericton.
Juried members of the Craft NB offer the best in pottery, textiles, jewellery, wrought iron, and much more!
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.
Enjoy an afternoon of gourmet food, drink, and live entertainment from New Brunswick’s finest in support of Ability New Brunswick.
Midway, light horse shows, hauling matches, home cooked suppers, antique tractor display, livestock exhibits, musical entertainment 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.
This is your opportunity to see some of Fredericton’s most historically and culturally interesting buildings that are not usually open to the public.
The 3rd annual Fredericton Cider Festival will showcase both locally made ciders and various Canadian ciders.
Come out and enjoy the beginning of the Fall season by sampling some fresh, crisp ciders.
Experience the vibrancy of the local filmmaking community with over 100 films by local, national and international filmmakers.
All you can eat poutine! Sample some of the very best poutine creations New Brunswick has to offer.
There will be multiple sessions to ensure that everyone can attend to enjoy Canada’s favourite delicacy.
Enjoy a Handmade Christmas and support local crafters!
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.
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)!
