The year is filled with award winning festivals in Fredericton. Whether your interest is in music, crafts, film, theatre or even fine whiskey, there's a fun-filled and unique blend of celebrations to experience.
Come and celebrate with us in Fredericton!
New Brunswick Fine Crafts Festival,
September 3 - 5, 2010
The premier fine crafts festival in NB held annually for more than 30 years. In the heart of downtown Fredericton, juried members of the NB Crafts Council offer the best in pottery, textiles, glass, wood, soaps, candles, jewellery, metal, wrought iron, clothing, food, baskets and much more. Don't miss the childrens' tent, live craft demonstrations and entertainment! Officers' Square, Historic Garrison District. Friday 12-7, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 11-5 Nominal entrance fee.
Contact: NB Crafts Council, 506-450-8989 or 1-866-NB-CRAFT; Email NB Crafts Council
Agricultural Fair / A Favourite Tradition , September 4 - 6, 2010
One of Kings Landingâ??s favourite traditions! Join in on the fun and festivities of a 19th century community fair with games, competitions and entertainment, as well as an agricultural exhibition featuring hand-crafted, home-cooked and hand picked work of the early settlers.
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
183rd Fredericton Exhibition, September 5 - 11, 2010
A tradition since 1827, the FREX is fun for all ages. this week-long special event features an agricultural show, draft horse show, provincial Holstein and Jersey show, harness racing, stage shows and commercial exhibits along with lots of carnival games andfood Includeing the famous "dippy dog". Kids will love the mid-way rides, aerial clown shows, petting zoo, pony rides and more.
Contact: 506-458-9819; Website: www.frex.ca
Back to School and the Golden Rule, September 11 & 12, 2010
Grandparentâ??s Day is celebrated this weekend, and Kings Landing is offering activities for the whole family, where grandma and grandpa can reminisce and the grandkids will get a taste of what life was like before television, computers and cell phones! Young and old alike should have their quills sharpened and be ready to brush up on their Latin when you hear the ringing of the schoolmarmâ??s bell at the 1840â??s schoolhouse. When everyone has built up a hearty appetite, join us at the Kingâ??s Head Inn for a special buffet meal to celebrate Grandparents!
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
Feast In The Field: The Ultimate Barbeque Challenge, September 12, 2010
Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, sampling wine, beer and spirits from around the world, as well as delicacies prepared by Fredericton's leading restaurants and chefs. At the Riverside Resort & Conference Centre. Complimentary transportation provided.
Contact: Canadian Paraplegic Association (N.B.) Inc.: 506-462-9555
The McInnes Cooper Dragon Boat Festival, September 12, 2010
The McInnes Cooper Dragon Boat Festival is a fundraising event hosted by Sport NB and the Canadian Sport Centre Atlantic to support both KidSport and NB Amateur Athletes in New Brunswick. The day includes races, food, performances on stage and sport demonstrations.
Contact: 506-451-1341; Website: www.sportnb.com
20th Annual Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival,
September 14 - 19, 2010
One of Canada's finest festivals. It's the East Coast's largest celebration of jazz, blues and world music with international performers and top regional acts. 250 award-winning artists in 125 free and ticketed performances on two dozen stages. Expect gritty acoustic and electric blues, traditional and progressive jazz, rock, soul, Cajun/Zydeco and more. Venues include tents, theatres, national historic sites, closed streets, pubs and clubs in an historic downtown Free and ticketed shows. Maritime hospitality complimentary. Hotels fill for this top event.
Contact: 1-888-622-5837; Website: www.harvestjazzandblues.com
Good Luck to the Barley Mow / A Maritime Kitchen Party, September 18 & 19, 2010
Gather around the fireplace, dance across the floor and be tickled by tunes and yarns of days gone by. Raise a pint and enjoy home style cooking as you experience true Maritime music and hospitality â??Kitchen Partyâ?? style. Spend a day and stay into the evening!
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
National Farm Day, September 19, 2010
Farms around the province open their doors to the public to visit and to learn about agriculture. A list of farm's participating will be posted to this website once available.
Contact: 506-452-8101; Website: www.fermenbfarm.ca
160th Stanley Community Fair, September 24 - 26, 2010
Longest continually running fair in Canada! Something for everyone! An agricultural display with flowers, vegetables, quilts, baking, arts & crafts and children works, also a domestic animal display. Horse hauls on Friday and Saturday, variety show, musical entertainment, baby contest, canteen and theatre.
Contact: 506-367-0988 ; www.stanleyfair.com
Apple Fest / Greenings, Pewaukees & Crimson Beauties, September 25 & 26, 2010
Apple pie, apple butter, apple jelly, apple crumble, applesauce, apple cider â?¦ an apple loverâ??s dream. Partake in the bounty of our orchards at harvest time. Learn all about the heritage varieties grown at Kings Landing and meet Francis Peabody Sharp of New Brunswick, Canadaâ??s first apple breeder.
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
Doors Open Fredericton, September 26, 2010
This is your opportunity to see some of Fredericton's most historically, and culturally interesting buildings. Visit a water treatment plant, a century-old church, a working fire station and more. Free.
Contact: 506-460-2411; Email; Website: www.fredericton.ca
Pauper Auction, October 2 & 3, 2010
In 1888 a New Brunswick community has adopted a controversial solution to care for its poor and disadvantaged citizens. The destitute are auctioned to those who will accept the least amount of taxpayerâ??s money in exchange for the care of the poor. Join George Francis Train in his crusade to save the disadvantaged at the Pauper Auction, recreated at Kings Landing with startling realism.
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
Kings Landing Thanksgiving Festival!, October 9 â?? 11, 2010
Villagers are busy making preparations for the coming winter in their homes, fields and shops. Celebrate the holiday with a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the Kingâ??s Head Inn, shoulder a musket at the turkey shoot on Saturday and Monday and on Sunday, place a bid at the country auction. Going once â?¦ going twice â?¦ itâ??s your last chance to enjoy a full day at Kings Landing Historical Settlement this season!
Contact: 506-363-4999; Website: www.kingslanding.nb.ca
Art Trek '10 -"Open Your Eyes" Studio Tour,
Fredericton and area artists will open their studios to visitors on the third Saturday and Sunday in October. This is an opportunity to see paintings, weaving, surface design, printmaking, felted work, stained glass, and jewellery in the studios where they were created. It's also a chance to meet the artists, find out why and how they do the work they do, visit the city's creative spaces, do some Christmas shopping and see the city's colours; both Fall colours and artistic colours.
Contact: 506-443-9900; Email; Website: www.frederictonartsalliance.ca/trekpost.pdf
10th Annual Silver Wave Film Festival,
November 4 - 7, 2010
Experience the vibrancy of the local filmmaking community. Over 60 films by local, national, and international filmmakers. Workshops, panels, parties, guest filmmakers. Organized by NB Filmmakers Co-operative.
Contact: 506-455-1632; Website: www.swfilmfest.com
Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, November 5 - 7, 2010
Capital Exhibition Centre, Smythe Street. Free admission.
Contact: 506-458-8819; Website: www.frex.ca
Christmas at the Market Craft Show, November 18 - 19, 2010
Enjoy a Handmade Christmas at the Boyce Farmers' Market, Downtown Fredericton.
Boyce Farmers Market, 10am - 9pm
Contact: 506-472-4288; Email Boyce Farmers Market
Website: www.boycefarmersmarket.com
15th Annual NB Spirits Festival, November 25 & 26, 2010
Canada's Oldest Spirit Festival. Special Tastings hosted by world leading authorities on whiskies & premium spirits offering appreciation techniques. The festival offers over 150 of the world's finest Spirits, Single Malt Whiskies, Scotches, Cognacs, Rums, Gins and Liqueurs. Enjoy food samplings tables and take in informative seminars.
Cab ride included in the ticket price on Friday night.
Contact: 506-450-2065; Website: www.whiskynb.ca
Christmas Craft Sale and Open House,
Wander through our winter wonderland of fine crafts while sipping on mulled cider and enjoying live, musical performances. A collection of student work in the media of pottery, jewelry, clothing, accessories, cards and more.
The New Brunswick College of Craft and Design, 457 Queen Street
Contact: Craig Schneider: 506-453-2305
Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade, November 27, 2010
Annual lighted Christmas parade to welcome Santa Claus. This year's Santa Claus Parade is on the Southside, 5pm.
Click here for map showing this new proposed route.
Contact: 506-453-0296 or 506-457-2127
Christmas in the Village, November 27 & 28, 2010
You are invited to the Village of Gagetown's 14th Annual Christmas in the Village. Studios and shops will be open from 10am to 5pm both days. Have fun while shopping for arts, crafts and antiques and enjoy good food all day. Open House at the Queens County Museum. Look for craft demonstrations. Take part in a Treasure Hunt. Look out for Santa Claus and carollers.
For a detailed list of venues and participants.
Contact: 506-488-3567; Website: www.villageofgagetown.ca
Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, December 3 - 5, 2010
Capital Exhibition Centre, Smythe Street. Free admission.
Contact: 506-458-8819; Website: www.frex.ca
Spring Mothers' Day Craft Show,
Find that perfect Mother's Day gift! Lots of wonderful handmade crafts. Boyce Farmer's Market, downtown. 10am - 5pm
Contact: 506-451-1815 ; Email ; Website: www.boycefarmersmarket.com
The 4th annual fredkid FAIR,
Don't miss out on this full day of exciting events for the whole family. Activities and stage shows are geared towards children between 0 and 10, including, "Science East," "Chinese Cultural Association," "Music for Young Children"; petting zoo, face painting; and three bouncy castles for kids of all ages. With over 50 booths on hand, adults too large for the bouncing play area, are well rewarded with information and resources made available by local business and merchants; charities and essential service providers.
Fredericton Exhibition Center, 9-4pm.
Contact: Email; Website: www.fredkid.com
Fredericton Marathon,
NB's longest running marathon and the Maritimes" first of the season. Full and half-marathon, as well as 10km events.
Contact: Email Fredericton Marathon; Website: www.frederictonmarathon.ca
Festival Francophone de Fredericton,
Francophone culture and heritage is celebrated through exhibits, concerts, dining, sports, special events and activities at Le Centre communautaire Sainte-Anne.
Contact: 506-453-2731; Website: www.centre-sainte-anne.nb.ca
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