The whole city’s calendar, in one place
Fredericton’s best recurring bets: the Boyce Farmers Market every Saturday 7 AM–1 PM, the Garrison Night Market Thursday evenings in summer, and free Officers’ Square concerts on summer Wednesdays. Everything else is in the live calendar below.
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Supertramp took over where the Beatles left off. With fantastic arrangements, soaring vocals and deft musicianship - Supertramp found their way into your heart. “Goodbye Stranger” is a song I sang to my sons when they were little. “The Logical Song” makes you believe in hope.
Join MCAF for a spooktacular Halloween celebration filled with fun games, music, candy, costumes, and activities for the whole family!
Join us for a 90-minute Friday Evening Art Class at the Fredericton Region Museum! These small-group classes are for children ages 6–11.
It's time to restock! Please note: Signing up for 1 "ticket" means signing up to provide 1 dozen muffins.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Mount Allison at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Saint Mary's at 7:00 PM.
Rummage Sale Save the date for our upcoming Rummage Sale! Come browse a variety of gently used items and treasures, with something for everyone. Friday October 23rd from 3-7pm & Sa
6pm · NIGHT #1 — FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 HALLOWEEN NIGHT MARKET! 6PM – 9:30 PM For the FIRST TIME EVER, we're bringing a Halloween Night Market to our driveway! Come browse local vendors, enjoy the spooky atmosphere, grab some delicious food, and support our community! NIGHT #2 — SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 6pm- 9:30pm BIG JOHN'S SPIRAL POTATOES IS BACK! Come enjoy their delicious gluten-free chips! ROCKY LEMON BAKERY will be here! by their table for some delicious seasonal sweet treats! OUR 2ND ANNUAL COSTUME CONTEST! 📍 Contest starts at 7:30 PM! 2 Proceeds donated to Heart & Stroke NB
1PM · A hands-on introduction to woodworking for beginners. Over five sessions, you'll learn to safely use common tools, including the mitre saw, bandsaw, router, and hand tools, plus basic joinery. You'll complete two projects to take home. No experience needed. $255
Officers' Square gets a spooky makeover for the ten days of Freddy Fright Fest. The space fills with glowing pumpkins and festive decorations, plus hands-on science activities tied to the season. The main attraction is a haunted house with themed stations throughout the square—each stop brings its own brand of fright. Fair warning: the tour isn't designed for the easily spooked, though organizers promise visitors leave smiling.
6:00 pm · If you have the basic grammar and want to improve your speaking skills, then this course is for you. Advance registration is required.
6:30 pm · Here’s an opportunity to focus on writing effective short stories, covering many of the basics of short story writing. You'll learn how to set the scene, create and develop believable characters, avoid common pitfalls and much more. Advance registration is required.
6:30 pm · Explore the art of visual storytelling, from idea to picture-perfect! This course is for everyone, regardless of your photography experience. Using whatever camera you have, we will explore your creative vision and how to best capture and share it with others. Advance registration required.
For 25 years, the Silverfish Photography Collective, a group of photographers based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, have exhibited thought-provoking concepts through photography and a diverse range of image-making processes. The UNB Art Centre is open Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., and for special events.
Still Here brings together the stories of Black families whose presence in New Brunswick stretches back centuries. The exhibition weaves together historical documents, first-person accounts, original poetry by Thandiwe McCarthy, and photographs by Gary Weekes to explore themes of heritage, community, resilience, and identity across generations. An accompanying book of the same name, published by Goose Lane Editions, combines these elements into a single volume available through the Beaverbrook Boutique. The exhibition runs through December.
The Beaverbrook's permanent collection spans more than 7,000 works by New Brunswick, Canadian, and international artists. Running through the end of the year are three exhibitions: Jake Kimble's recent work in video, prints, self-portraits, and beadwork, exploring the body as a site of vulnerability and Indigenous experience; Document/ary, featuring 14 contemporary photographers from Atlantic Canada examining the space between documentary and document; and Still Life: So Much Depends, a survey of the genre from its practical origins through modernist experimentation.
Looking for a night unlike anything else in Fredericton?
Resonance New Music is building on last year's haunting presentation of Nosferatu with another classic. This cinematic concert is part of a growing tradition of reviving silent films through live music. This year's iconic film: Frankenstein (1931).
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings with more than 200 stalls spread across the space. You'll find produce, meats, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets, and it shows—the place is reliably busy and colourful.
Get ready for an afternoon of jaw-dropping magic, laughter, and interactive fun the whole family will enjoy!
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre with vendors selling goods and gift items. Coffee and tea are on the house. It's a chance to browse, pick up something unique, and soak in the local scene.
Learn the fundamental techniques of acrylic painting with artist Kaity Craig and break through your creative barriers!
In this one-day workshop participants will explore the fundamentals of portrait painting. Learn how to effectively use composition, tone, lighting, colour blending and brush techni
Calling all Halloween creators! Get ready to bring your best spooky ideas to life at Hanwell’s Haunted Trail! All are welcome!
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Acadia at 7:00 PM.
The Kin Club of Nashwaaksis's harvest dinner on the north side: prime rib, chicken supreme or a plant-based plate, live music by Ella Campbell, silent auctions, games and a cash bar. Proceeds go to the Chalmers Foundation's Cancer Support program and its Care & Support Centre. Under 16 with a guardian.
The Express host the Saint John Flames, the league’s newest team, in the first Fredericton visit of a new river rivalry. The Express won the season opener in Saint John 7-5 on October 3. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
1pm · This is Magician Jesse Campbell’s biggest show yet. A family friendly show at 1pm with full concessions. And an adults only show at 7pm with local comedians and host Dave Lawrence! Discounted room rates are available.
When a priest dies in Saint-Élie-de-Caxton, the village faces an unusual problem: two graves are dug, one on each side of the cemetery fence. For three days, the community debates whether he deserves consecrated ground or burial on the other side. During the wake, the priest's widow shares a story that upends everything the village thought it knew about him. Pellerin explores how quickly certainty crumbles when hidden truths surface, and how a small community's court of public opinion renders its own particular kind of justice.
Head out to New Maryland for the monthly market, about 20 minutes from the city. Over 45 vendors set up with handmade goods, art, plants, and food trucks. It's a casual Sunday afternoon kind of place—browse, shop, or just soak in the community atmosphere.
When Canadian illusionists Ted and Marion Outerbridge moved into a century-old Victorian home, they weren’t expecting to find hidden stairwells or cryptic messages that seemed to know their names. As they shared their discoveries online, millions followed along.
Join us at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre for a rave unlike any other! Put on your costume and come dance the night away while some of the top DJ talent from the region play some
Sunday Service followed by a time of fellowship and hospitality. Join us as we gather for worship and then continue the morning with conversation, connection, and light refreshment
Decorated trunks and a parking-lot parade of costumes at 30 Knowledge Park Drive, with staggered entry times between noon and 3:30. Fifteen dollars a child, and the organisers put every ticket dollar toward kids’ care at the Chalmers hospital.
Annual General Meeting for the CIM New Brunswick Branch
Learn the differences between service animals, ESA and therapy animals, accessibility rights and service animal ettiequte.
2:30 · 🌊 Charity Week Auction & Charity Gala 🌊 Join us for a special afternoon of community, generosity, and giving back, in support of Islamic Relief’s efforts to help orphans and children in need around the world. 💙 This event is open to everyone, so bring your friends, family, and little ones along! Enjoy delicious food Javeria’s Kitchen, and explore our charity auction featuring beautiful artifacts, artwork, and paintings generously contributed by both local and non-local artists and supporters. With this year’s ocean theme, there will be plenty of fun, ocean-inspired games and activities.
6:15PM · Join us every Sundays for our free weekly Beyblade X tournament at Flippins. This is a chance for you to meet other local Bladers (or sometimes those from out of town!), play against each others, and most importantly, have tons of fun. This event is intended for all ages.
This gentle, yet challenging, low impact and fun class will offer exercises seated in a chair and standing. It is intended for adults starting out or returning to a movement class
Morning Pilates at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre focuses on total body muscle engagement. This class is designed for students 55+ but all are welcome. A yoga mat is required.
7:00 pm · Jon Claytor is a graphic novelist, painter, and writer based in Sackville, New Brunswick. His new graphic novel, Nowhere (Goose Lane, 2026), is a fictional graphic novel about growing up among monsters in a small maritime town.
10:00PM-12:30AM · A midnight release for the newest entry in the ACOTAR series, A Court of Splintered Harmony.
In a time when phones can deliver a dozen rhyming couplets about “Making a Pancake in Syracuse” in milliseconds, what do we hope to do when we set out to write our own poems and st
Our quilting group welcomes everyone – whether you’re an experienced quilter or just curious to learn. Join us for creativity, conversation, and community as we work on projects to
Join us Tuesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. for fellowship, conversation, and good company. New members are always welcome!
You know him as Leon from Curb Your Enthusiasm . Bet you didn't know he's even better on stage. Emmy Award-winning comedian, writer, and actor JB Smoove brings his unpredictable stand-up to the Playhouse. With over 30 years in the industry, he’s built a reputation as a “comedian’s comedian."
Jeunesses Musicales Canada presents an evening set behind the scenes at Montreal's Monument-National, where the founding directors of Variétés lyriques discuss their upcoming season. The show weaves together historical figures and locations with a fictional storyline, moving between playful choruses and passionate serenades, Charleston numbers and waltzes. A parade of characters performs a rich repertoire drawn from operetta across a century and multiple countries.
Join yoga instructor Anuja Chaini for this Wednesday evening yoga class at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre.
Morning Pilates at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre focuses on total body muscle engagement. This class is designed for students 55+ but all are welcome. A yoga mat is required.
St. Paul’s Food Pantry has been serving individuals and families in our community since 2012. We provide a variety of non-perishable food, household, and personal hygiene items to
The Art Hatchery's Halloween paint night in the Riverside Room at Picaroons Roundhouse (the 540 restaurant side): a festive, slightly spooky piece to take home and a fun night out. $45. Register through the sign-up form.
All the way from Cape Breton Island, the girls head out on their first cross-Canada tour. Come see the viral East Coast duo as they bring their signature storytelling and off the cuff humour to the stage. If you’re missing home or just want a good laugh, Tracy and Martina deliver every time. With stories, crowd interaction, and plenty of surprise moments, it’s a night you won’t forget!
Our quilting group welcomes everyone – whether you’re an experienced quilter or just curious to learn. Join us for creativity, conversation, and community as we work on projects to
6:00 PM · Build on your pottery skills in this 6-week intermediate class, with a focus on wheel-throwing, matched sets, handles, lids, and more. Designed for students who have completed a beginner pottery course or already have a solid foundation in wheel throwing. $395
James Mullinger - Canadian Comedian! THE VERY BEST OF JAMES MULLINGER Brit By Birth. Canadian By Choice. Hilarious By Nature. “James Mullinger is Britain’s greatest gift to Canadian comedy.” Montreal Times “A great stand up.” Jimmy Carr
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host UPEI at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host StFX at 7:00 PM.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings year-round, drawing crowds with over 200 stalls. You'll find local produce, meats, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. The market has been named one of Canada's ten best.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre, running from 9am to 12:30pm. Vendors stock up with goods and gift items, and there's complimentary coffee and tea on hand. It's a straightforward way to browse local wares and soak up some community atmosphere.
Learn the fundamental techniques of acrylic painting with artist Kaity Craig and break through your creative barriers!
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Moncton at 3:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Dalhousie at 7:00 PM.
9pm · Join us for a Halloween celebration Kozuma style. World-class House / Techno / DnB & more all live on a PK sound-system inside of Waves. Featuring DJs: Wally (MTL), Youknowkeegan & Illumen. $100 cash prize to the best costume Waves is a state-of-the-art dry venue designed for pure music and connection. A selection of non-alcoholic cocktails, electrolyte beverages, energy drinks will be available for purchase. Water refill station available. No distractions. No requests. No intoxication. Just music. High vibes.
9:30 am · The Run for KidSport is an untimed fundraising event with 3k, 5k and 8k run/walk designed to support KidSportNB. No kid should be left on the sidelines and KidSport NB is a children’s charity program dedicated to removing financial barriers that prevent kids from participating in organized sport. Registration is a minimum donation of $25 to KidSport NB plus processing fees.
You’re invited to Sophie’s 29th birthday. It's circus, comedy and chaos disguised as a house party. You'll never stop laughing or know exactly what’s going on. The line between audience and performer disappears the moment you walk in.
Hells Bells has been touring since 1994, performing AC/DC's catalogue across North America and beyond. The show includes the band's signature elements: stacks of Marshall amplifiers, cannons, a giant bell, and the schoolboy uniform. All ages welcome.
New Brunswick's flagship film festival, showcasing NB and world cinema.
The Men of the Deeps first raised their voices together in 1966, but the friendships and hardships that initially bound them were born in the tunnels beneath the Cape Breton coastline. Men, shaped by the pressure of a life lived underground, where the daylight couldn’t reach. But now, the industry that shaped them is no more, and so they stand and sing in reflection, gratitude, and quiet pride.
7:00 pm · Multi genre duo with Harmonies, guitar and Mandola. Originals and covers. We love what we do and love when you tap toes and sing with us!
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market draws crowds every Saturday morning with more than 200 stalls. You'll find the expected farmers market fare—vegetables, meats, baked goods, maple products—alongside ethnic foods, art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets. The market runs from 7am to 1pm.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre, where local vendors sell goods and gift items. There's complimentary coffee and tea on hand, and the whole thing has that neighbourhood gathering feel to it. It runs from 9am to 12:30pm.
Global Site Navigation (use tab and down arrow) · Saturday, Nov. 7 (one class) · 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. · $129 (+ HST)
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host StFX at 3:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
Trent McClellan, stand-up veteran, star of This Hour Has 22 Minutes, and host of the Halifax Comedy Fest, is touring Canada with The Be Nice Tour, a brand new hour of material. Fresh off the success of last year’s special Worry Muffins, Trent returns with new stories, sharp observations, and the signature warmth that has made him one of the country’s most beloved comedians.
3:00 PM · Try your hand at the pottery wheel in this beginner-friendly class and learn the basics of wheel throwing. No previous pottery experience is needed, making it a great introduction for anyone curious about pottery. $345
1:00 PM · A hands-on introduction to woodworking for beginners. Over five sessions, you'll learn to safely use common tools, including the mitre saw, bandsaw, router, and hand tools, plus basic joinery. You'll complete two projects to take home. No experience needed. $255
*Fredericton Symphony Orchestra packages are available now. Click here.
An evening that illuminates the many shapes of love — from yearning and destiny to tenderness and rediscovery. Conductor: Mélanie Léonard Guest artist: Danielle Sametz, violin Program M Mozetich: Affairs of the Heart (1997) R Wagner: Siegfried Idyll (1870) J Sibelius: Pelléas et Mélisande Op. 46 (1905)
Ridge is a theatrical concert built around the experiences of WWI soldiers. During this time, men in the trenches wrote and sang their own music. Some were funny. Others heartbreaking. Ridge collects those songs and performs them live alongside a gripping narrative.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Moncton at 7:00 PM.
“THE BAKERSFIELD SOUND” TRIBUTE SHOW is a celebration of the raw, electrified country sound that changed music forever! Step back into the honky-tonks of California and experience the bold, gritty style that broke away from tradition and redefined country music.
Global Site Navigation (use tab and down arrow) · Thursdays, Nov. 12 to Dec. 3 (4 weeks) · 6 - 8 p.m. · $149 (+ HST)
The Capital Art Sale brings together hundreds of works by Fredericton artists and makers across multiple mediums—paintings, photography, pottery, jewellery, prints and beyond. The gallery-style setup at Capital Exhibit Centre lets you browse at your own pace, with the Gallery Grotto offering a quieter spot to sit. Admission is free, and there are hands-on art activities available throughout the four days. New work gets added as the sale runs, so there's reason to drop by more than once.
2:00 PM to 8:00 PM daily · The Christmas Decorating Show runs from Thursday, November 12th to Sunday, November 22nd, and we’re open Thursday to Sunday during that time. Doors are open 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM daily, and noon to 8:00 PM on Saturdays, so you can stop by after work, spend an afternoon, or make an evening of it. Admission is $15 per person, and children 12 and under are free. There’s no need to buy ahead, because tickets are sold at the door only, and we accept all payment methods. Bring the family, bring a friend, and start your Christmas season at the Station. 🎄
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings year-round, drawing crowds with more than 200 stalls. You'll find local meats, vegetables, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre, where vendors sell goods and gift items. Complimentary coffee and tea keep things warm while you browse. It's a straightforward community gathering spot for picking up something special or just soaking in the local scene.
George Canyon & Aaron Pritchett at the Fredericton Playhouse, presented by Whitecap Entertainment.
Global Site Navigation (use tab and down arrow) · Saturday, Nov. 14 (one class) · 2 - 4 p.m. · $85 (+ HST)
Second home date against the Elsipogtog Hawks in the Beauséjour Senior Hockey League. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
10:00 AM · Make your own custom ceramic travel mug in this one-time, hands-on pottery class. No previous pottery experience is needed, making it a great introduction to hand-building and pottery. $50
Join us for our annual Happy Booker Used Book Sale raising money for Adult Literacy Fredericton. The sale will take place at FHS in the cafeteria from Saturday, November 14th 9:00 Am - 6:00 PM and Sunday, November 15th 10:00 Am - 2:00 Pm. This year we will also have a bake sale set up. All proceeds will support our free, confidential, one-to-one tutoring programs for adult learners in the Greater Fredericton area.
The Oromocto Market sets up monthly at the Hazen Centre, drawing local vendors who sell homemade food, gifts, and handcrafted items. It's a straightforward community gathering—the kind of place to browse, pick up something made nearby, and grab a bite. Good for a Saturday morning outing if you're in the area.
Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci at the Fredericton Playhouse, presented by Sonic Concerts.
There’s a certain kind of song you only really hear late at night. Leif Vollebekk writes those songs.
Rose Cousins at Fredericton Playhouse at 2026-11-18T19:00:00-0400
It's not every day you can see a world-renowned baroque orchestra live. Tafelmusik has set the standard for period performances for over 40 years. Synonymous with virtuosity, passion, and artistic excellence. Their discography has toured in more than 350 cities across 32 countries and earned them 10 JUNO Awards along the way.
For over 25 years, Maureen, Karen and Teresa have been captivating audiences with their highly woven sibling harmonies and endearing humour. With a mix of original songs, holiday classics, humorous recitations and a little Irish step-dancing, Christmas with The Ennis Sisters is sure to ignite your holiday spirit. Don't miss the chance to delight in a tradition cherished by so many!
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host UPEI at 7:00 PM.
COUNTRY BOYS, a tribute to Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley & George Strait -CHRISTMAS EDITION Imagine a Christmas show with these 4 Country Music icons together on one stage at the same time… The Country Boys Christmas show will take you there!
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings year-round, drawing crowds with more than 200 stalls. You'll find the expected farmers market fare—vegetables, meats, baked goods, maple products—alongside ethnic foods, art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets, and the reputation seems earned: the place is genuinely busy and colourful on Saturday mornings.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre, bringing together vendors selling goods and gift items. Grab a complimentary coffee or tea while you browse, and soak in the community atmosphere. It's a straightforward way to find something interesting and support local.
A rematch of last season’s final: the Dalhousie Marauders, who swept the Express for the 2026 BSHL championship, make their first visit of the season. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
The Holiday Market returns for its sixth year, filling the Richard J. Currie Center with New Brunswick makers, bakers and vintage sellers. It's the kind of event where you'll find handmade goods, local food and secondhand treasures all in one spot over the weekend.
Hear the music that made A Charlie Brown Christmas unforgettable. Tales of a Charlie Brown Christmas is a live concert built around Vince Guaraldi's iconic jazz score. A trio of piano, bass and drums plays the songs you love just as they were first played.
New Maryland hosts a monthly market with over 45 local vendors spread across crafts, art, food trucks, and plant sellers. It's a relaxed Sunday afternoon sort of place, the kind where you can browse handmade goods and seasonal items without much pressure. Located about 20 minutes from Fredericton, it's become a regular gathering spot for people looking to support local makers and find a few unique things.
2PM · A one-time, hands-on session where you hand-build and decorate your own mug using underglaze techniques, no wheel needed. No experience required. $50
Jeunesses Musicales Canada presents a theatrical evening set backstage at Montreal's Monument-National, where founders Lionel Daunais and Charles Goulet of Variétés lyriques plan their season. The production weaves together historical figures and fictional characters, moving between operetta arias and spirited dance numbers—waltzes, Charlestons, and more—drawing on a rich repertoire that crosses borders and eras. It's part history, part invention, all music.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host UNB at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
*This performance takes place at the Fredericton High School, Tom Morrison Theatre. FHS Productions is proud to present a vibrant reimagining of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat ! Featuring the iconic music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, this beloved family favorite returns to the Tom Morrison Theatre bringing the classic biblical tale of jealousy, betrayal, and triumph to kaleidoscopic life.
The Oromocto Market sets up monthly at the Hazen Centre, drawing local vendors who sell homemade food, handcrafted items, and gift goods. It's a straightforward community gathering—browse what's on offer, pick up something made nearby, grab a bite. The market runs evening hours, making it an accessible stop if you're in the area or looking for a reason to head out.
Presented by Dance Fredericton Danse and featuring guest soloists Anna Ishii and Angel Vizcaino, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens and Liam Caines, formerly Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet. The Nutcracker is a full-length ballet which showcases original choreography created for Dance Fredericton Danse, elaborate costuming, and sets, and the classical score by Pyotr Tchaikovsky.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings with more than 200 stalls spread across the space. You'll find local meats, vegetables, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre with vendors selling goods and gift items. Coffee and tea are on the house, and there's a genuine community feel to the whole thing. It's a straightforward way to browse local wares and catch up with neighbours.
Local artisans, handcrafts, tasty treats, warming stations, carollers, photo kiosks, pottery demos and Santa Claus, through the village on Front Street. Run by the Gagetown and Area Chamber of Commerce.
Christmas in Cape Breton is a celebration of the season through the brilliant music and comedy of multiple award-winning comedians, Bette MacDonald and Maynard Morrison, Juno Award nominees, from Beolach, Wendy MacIsaac and Mac Morin and ECMA award winner, Jordan Musycsyn – who have been selling out their shows for nearly two decades.
The Chalmers Foundation's Giving Tuesday push for its $4.6 million Hybrid Operating Room campaign at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital: one room that combines advanced imaging and surgery so vascular procedures, cancer biopsies and minimally invasive treatments happen in a single session. $3.02 million is already in hand; the day is about the rest.
Hand your presents to the Chalmers Foundation's gift-wrap table at Regent Mall and walk away with them wrapped, by donation, through December 24. Proceeds go to the Foundation's area of greatest need at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. Hours follow the mall's holiday schedule; the Foundation will post the table's location.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host UPEI at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
Newfoundland-born Laurie Lynn has spent decades performing country music, but found her true calling paying homage to Dolly Parton. Growing up in a household where country music played constantly, she felt a deep kinship with Parton's work and life. After raising her family, Lynn returned to performing as a Dolly tribute artist, now touring across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. With a vibrato voice and stage presence that audiences have long compared to Parton herself, Lynn brings an energetic performance to the Playhouse. Smokey Mountain Songbird captures the spirit of the country legend through song and storytelling.
A Friday-night home game against the defending champion Dalhousie Marauders. Note the later 7:30 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
Tickets go on sale on Thursday, October 29 at 10am. Playhouse Member presale starts on Tuesday, October 27 at 10am.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7am to 1pm, drawing crowds with more than 200 stalls. You'll find fresh vegetables and meat, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
The Jemseg Lions Club hosts their farmers' market on Saturday morning with breakfast available alongside farm-fresh produce, meats, and baked goods. You'll also find plants, crafts, and antiques for sale.
The Taymouth Community Market sets up Saturday mornings at the Taymouth Community Centre, where local vendors sell everything from goodies to unique gift items. Coffee and tea are on the house, and there's a genuine community feel to the whole thing. It's a straightforward way to browse, shop, and catch up with neighbours.
A holiday market with a curated selection of makers and small businesses selling their wares. The Delta Hotel transforms into a festive space with photo opportunities and seasonal decor, drawing a crowd of shoppers looking for gifts and holiday cheer.
*Fredericton Symphony Orchestra packages are available now. Click here. Join the Fredericton Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of FSO Musical Director Richard Hornsby for our annual Christmas seasonal concert. Celebrate the season with a collection of classical pieces with relevant to the festive period. Bring you singing voices as the concert will conclude with our traditional sing-along.
The Acadian group returns to Théâtre Bernard-Poirier for their seasonal tour, featuring Wilfred LeBouthillier, Danny Boudreau, Maxime McGraw, Danny Bourgeois, Nicolas Basque, Mike Bourgeois and Jean-Frédéric Lizotte. The ensemble has performed across New Brunswick and Quebec for years, and this December appearance has become a fixture on the local calendar.
The Saint John Flames return for the first half of a home-and-home weekend: Friday in Fredericton, Saturday in Saint John. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
Award winning Sons of Maxwell are happy to announce they’re bringing their Holiday Celebration to the Fredericton Playhouse for the first time.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings year-round, drawing crowds with more than 200 stalls. You'll find local meats, vegetables, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
The Keswick Community Market brings together local artisans and food vendors for a day of shopping and browsing. You'll find handmade crafts and food offerings in a community setting. It's a chance to support local businesses while picking up something unique.
The Taymouth Community Christmas Market brings together vendors selling gifts and goods under one roof. Grab a complimentary coffee or tea while you browse, and soak in the community atmosphere. The market runs Saturday morning from 9am to 12:30pm at the Taymouth Community Centre.
New Maryland hosts a monthly market featuring over 45 local vendors—crafters, artists, food trucks, and plant sellers among them. It's a relaxed Sunday afternoon out, about 20 minutes from Fredericton, where you can find handmade goods, gifts, and seasonal items all in one spot. The market runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Oromocto Market sets up at the Hazen Centre with local vendors selling homemade food, gifts, and handcrafted items. It's a straightforward community gathering where you can browse, eat, and support small business. The market runs monthly.
For two decades, Canadians have been turning up the volume whenever The Debaters comes on. To mark their 20th anniversary on the radio, Steve Patterson and his favourite sparring partners are bringing the whole ridiculous and hilarious operation on a holiday tour! These special shows aren't recorded for broadcast so... what happens in the theatre stays in the theatre.
Featuring the work of Guy Duguay, Letitia Fraser, Yvon Gallant, and Nelson White Saturday, September 12, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Join us at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery as we celebrate t
Matt Dusk at Fredericton Playhouse at 2026-12-14T19:30:00-0400
The last home game before Christmas: the Miramichi Northmen visit on the Friday schools let out. 7:30 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
Rogue Productions at the Fredericton Playhouse, presented by Rogue Productions.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7am to 1pm, drawing crowds with more than 200 stalls. You'll find local meats, vegetables, and baked goods alongside maple products and ethnic foods. Beyond the food, there's art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers to browse. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7am to 1pm, drawing more than 200 stalls. You'll find the usual farmers market fare—meats, vegetables, baked goods, maple products, and ethnic foods—alongside art, crafts, jewellery, and flowers. It's been named one of Canada's ten best farmers markets.
DuffleBag Theatre turns The Three Musketeers into a hilarious adventure by casting audience members in the lead roles. Yes, really. Professional actors guide the story and adapt on the spot as brave volunteers step into the boots of heroes, villains, and unlikely sidekicks. No two shows are ever the same.
The Express open 2027 at home against the Bouctouche JCs. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host StFX at 7:00 PM.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Dalhousie at 7:00 PM.
The Express’s last regular-season home game of 2026-27, against the Bouctouche JCs; the regular season ends January 15 and the playoffs follow. 7 PM puck drop at the Grant-Harvey Centre. Senior hockey at the Grant-Harvey Centre. General admission is $14.50 plus a $0.36 fee on the team’s site, standing room; every BSHL game is also streamed live on AO Live.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host UPEI at 7:00 PM.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Dalhousie at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Moncton at 7:00 PM.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Saint Mary's at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
FROSTival takes over the Fredericton Capital Region for three weekends of winter activities, both indoors and out. The festival runs from January 21 through February 7, 2027, positioning itself as Atlantic Canada's biggest winter event. If you're looking to embrace the season, there's plenty to explore across the region during that stretch.
A Savage Society, Belfry Theatre co-production in association with the NAC Indigenous Theatre. In this courtroom comedy, Little Red Warrior is the last remaining member of the Little Red Warrior First Nation. When a development company breaks ground on his ancestral land, he fights back—literally. What follows is a wild collision of land politics, legal absurdity, mischief, and an unexpected romance.
Somewhere between a Viking museum and a comedy club, two elegantly dressed Estonians are doing something that shouldn't work — but it absolutely does. Puuluup is Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson: two Estonians who play an ancient Nordic bowed lyre called the talharpa. When they start running it through effects pedals and loopers... the party starts.
Tenille Townes at Fredericton Playhouse at 2027-01-26T20:00:00-0400
Forty taiko drums fill the room with “physical music.” One of them, the Odaiko , is a 500-kilogram giant carved from a 400-year-old tree . Imagine its deep resonance anchoring the entire performance. YAMATO is a world-renowned Japanese Taiko drumming group. They've performed more than 4,500 shows in 55 countries. Now, they bring that power to a world tour with one special stop in Canada.
Eight cellos playing the music you've loved your whole life. Ô-Celli takes the emblematic themes of your favourite movies—from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial to Harry Potter —and reimagines them for eight cellos.
Global Site Navigation (use tab and down arrow) · Wednesdays, Jan. 29 to April 9 (10 weeks, no class March 5) · 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Instructor: Émilie Maltais · $195 (No HST)
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host StFX at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Moncton at 3:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
What happens when you stage Leonard Cohen's most famous songs as opera? This production pairs a soaring baritone with a contemporary dancer and live chamber ensemble to explore Cohen's catalogue—Hallelujah, Dance Me to the End of Love, Everybody Knows, and more. Each piece gets theatrical and musical weight that matches the depth of Cohen's writing. Idan Cohen, choreographer and artistic director of Vancouver's Ne. Sans Opera & Dance, directs this reinvention of work by Canada's poet-songwriter, honouring both the spiritual and sensual sides of his legacy.
Six galleries open their doors for an evening of browsing and mingling. You'll find current exhibitions at Gallery 78, Beaverbrook Art Gallery, the Artisan District, NBCCD's George Fry Gallery, Gallery on Queen, and Charlotte Street Arts Centre. Watch artists and gallery staff at work, chat with the people behind the shows, and take in some light refreshments and music while you're at it. A good excuse to see what's new across the city's gallery scene.
In 1984, Johnny Cash invited Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson to play on his Johnny Cash Christmas TV Special that was filmed in Switzerland. When they got back to the hotel, they started jamming and hanging out and that was how the Highwaymen came to be.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host StFX at 7:00 PM.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Dalhousie at 4:00 PM.
CordaVox brings together works by Ravel, Britten, and Evangelista in a concert that traces musical traditions across Canada, England, Greece, Brazil, and Spain. The program weaves together pieces rooted in oral and folkloric traditions, mixing popular heritage with classical composition. It's an evening spent with melodies that have travelled and transformed across cultures and time.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Acadia at 7:00 PM.
AUS women’s hockey: the Tommies host UNB at 7:00 PM.
AUS men’s hockey: the 10-time national champion Reds host Saint Mary's at 7:00 PM.
Murray & Peter Present “WAR On The Catwalk” hosted by Alyssa Edwards. Get ready for your favorite queens performing live on stage. We’ve got Myki Meeks, Jane Don’t, Darlene Mitchell, Juicy Love Dion, Silky Ganache, Discord Addams and Aurora Matrix. The M&G starts at 6pm. The show starts at 8pm. There will be a 20-minute intermission. The Meet & Greet is sold separately as an Add-on.
Remember when your closest friends all got together and the weekend took off? That's the world that Catch Me... Again! invites you into. FLIP Fabrique is a Québécois circus that built its international reputation on trampoline-based acrobatics. Their high-flying signature style took their original production on tour across 21 countries. Now, they return with a fearless new cast and a fresh creative vision.
AUS women's hockey: the Tommies host Mount Allison at 7:00 PM. Home-game times can shift, so confirm on the Tommies schedule.
Thomé Young draws from everyday moments, turning them into songs that balance humour with poetry. A decorated songwriter known for strong lyrics and memorable melodies, he's built a reputation as one of his generation's more distinctive voices. Catch him at Théâtre Bernard-Poirier for an hour-long set.
The YFC Burger Battle runs through late March, giving you a month to taste burger offerings from restaurants across the Fredericton Capital Region. Sample what different spots have created, then cast your vote for the best one. It's a casual way to try something new and help crown a winner.
“Why see a show when you can BE the show!?” Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So, get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited!
The Fredericton Craft Beer Festival returns to the Convention Centre for a weekend of sampling. Local and regional breweries will be pouring their offerings across Friday evening and Saturday morning. Whether you're deep into craft beer or just curious about what's being brewed nearby, there's reason to show up.
FOREVER SEGER creates a dynamic journey through the timeless music of Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band. With authentic vocals, a 9-piece band and commanding performances, gives that unmistakable Seger sound. FOREVER SEGER’s fast growing reputation as THE Bob Seger tribute experience, has propelled them onto the top-ranking concert stages and festivals across North America.
VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present Hotel California - The Original Eagles Tribute
You knew you were about to hear something great the moment those opening credits started rolling.
*This event takes place at the Wilmot United Church. Thunderous, tender, and fiercely majestic, Verdi’s Requiem reunites Symphony NB and Choeur Louisbourg for a triumphant collaboration of epic proportions. Conductor: Mélanie Léonard Guest artists: Choeur Louisbourg (Monique Richard, Artistic Director) Elisabeth St-Gelais, soprano | Christianne Bélanger, mezzo-soprano Ernesto Ramirez, tenor | Alex Halliday, bass
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia has designed a beautiful puppet show that will charm every kid and adult in the theatre. Their newest production is a compilation of the beloved classics: Goldilocks and the Three Bears , The Three Little Pigs , and The Three Billy Goats Gruff . All three stories are woven together into a single magical adventure.
Live Rock Band + Audience Sing-Along Concert Imagine karaoke night, but with a professional rock band, full-performance lighting, and the Playhouse stage.
One Fell Swoop is a contemporary circus from Australia that specializes in blowing your mind. In By a Thread , their newest show, every performer is connected by long spools of white rope. When one person moves, everyone feels it. Each leap results in a ripple effect that runs through the entire cast, and you can't help but keep your eyes wide open.
Following three very successful performances Frantically Atlantic is pleased to announce their return to the Fredericton Playhouse with Sláinte [IV] A Celtic Soirée on Saint Patrick’s Day - March 17th 2027 at 7:30 pm. Our first three performances saw standing ovations and encores!
There's a version of If I Had a Million Dollars that lives in your memory. Maybe it's the one from the radio or the one from the backseat of your parents' car. No matter which, you still know every word thanks to singer-songwriter Steven Page.
Sandman, the only Metallica sanctioned tribute band, has been blowing audiences away since 1994. Band members Rick Van Dyk (lead vocals and lead/rhythm guitar), Joe Di Taranto (lead/rhythm guitar and vocals), Paulo Fonseca (bass and vocals), Brent Niemi (drums), collectively have a lifetime of musical experience playing and recording.
*Fredericton Symphony Orchestra packages also available now, click here. Join the Fredericton Symphony Orchestra with Saint John’s own Before the Mast Sea-Shanty Folk Group for a unique collaboration that celebrates the rich musical history of sea shanties and other classical music inspired by the sea.
Patrice L’Écuyer sur la scène du Centre communautaire Sainte-Anne.
TNB Theatre School Senior Musical Theatre at the Fredericton Playhouse, presented by TNB Theatre School.
When Kathleen Edwards walked away from a successful music career in her early thirties, she didn’t disappear quietly. She moved to suburban Ontario and opened a coffee shop called Quitters. A move that says everything about who she is: self-aware, funny, and entirely her own.
The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is a celebration of one of the most enduring songbooks in popular music history - an era when songs were written with heart, soul and honesty, and melodies stayed with you for a lifetime.
Two strange little characters appear on stage. They're soft as clouds and full of curiosity. But they don’t say a word... and maybe they don’t need to. GLOB is wordless physical theatre in which everything is told through beautiful visuals. Our two friends turn the simplest actions into something filled with wonder. They gently remind us how good it feels to slow down .
Ballet Jörgen returns with one of the most well-known ballets in the classical repertoire. Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen has reimagined this production of Swan Lake in the picturesque seascape of Louisbourg, Nova Scotia. The elaborate sets, designed by Camellia Koo, reflect the beauty of Canada’s national heritage park and provide a dramatic backdrop to Robert Doyle’s 17th-century costume designs.
Renowned violinist Lara St. John takes centre stage for Mendelssohn’s dramatic violin concerto, framed by Beethoven's commanding energy and Mayer's trailblazing voice. Conductor: Mélanie Léonard Guest artist: Lara St. John, violin Program L v Beethoven: Coriolan Overture Op.62 (1807) F Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto Op.64 (1844) E Mayer: Symphony No.1 (1847)
Mario Tessier brings his third one-man show to the Bernard-Poirier Theater. Champion delivers what the Quebec comedian does best: high-energy comedy built on self-deprecating humour and improbable situations. If you've caught Tessier before, you know what to expect. If you haven't, this is a concentrated hit of the stuff.
Former special needs educator Jean-Michel Blais doesn't fit neatly anywhere — and that's exactly what makes him extraordinary. His compositions are emotional and moving journeys that unfold with care.
A season closer of radiant colour, weaving Shakespearean magic, heavenly lyricism, and Mussorgsky’s evocative Pictures at an Exhibition . Conductor: Mélanie Léonard Guest artist: Camryn Dewar, soprano Program F Mendelssohn: Overture ["A Midsummer Night's Dream"] Op. 21 (1826) I Cusson: Le Récital des anges M Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition (1874)
Back by popular demand! Following our biggest audience EVER in 2026, and an incredible event in 2025, Jokers Canada returns to Fredericton with a showcase of Canada’s BEST comedians. Enjoy the funniest night of the year live from your city’s amazing NEW theatre! As always, comedy lovers can expect a FRESH LINEUP + occasional returning favourites. Lineups will be similar (or better!) calibre as past years.
Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, October 28 at 10am. Playhouse Member presale starts on Monday, October 26 at 10am. THE PIANO MEN – Celebrating the music of Billy Joel & Elton John Get ready for an ultimate concert experience that is out of this world!
The always-current answer lives on our this weekend page, refreshed automatically. The standing anchors: the Boyce Farmers Market every Saturday 7 AM–1 PM, and in summer the Garrison Night Market on Thursday evenings.
Thursdays, 4:30–9 PM, June 11 to September 10, 2026, on Carleton Street in the Historic Garrison District, 130+ vendors, food trucks and buskers, free to attend.
Harvest Music Festival, six days across downtown, September 15–20, 2026. Book accommodation months ahead. FROSTival (Jan–Feb) is the winter counterpart, and the NB Highland Games (July 24–26) hold down midsummer. Our festival guide rates the whole calendar.
Constantly, tap the Free filter above. Summer staples include Officers’ Square concerts (Wednesdays), Garrison District programming, heritage walking tours in July, and both weekly markets.
The Playhouse (686 Queen St) for professional touring shows, The Cap (362 Queen St) for the live-music scene, the Cardinal Room for intimate sets, Officers’ Square for free outdoor summer concerts, the Aitken Centre (UNB) for arena shows, and downtown churches, Wilmot United and St. Paul’s, for choral and classical dates.
Automatically: Hey Freddy pulls from a dozen sources, the regional tourism calendar, the Playhouse, the Beaverbrook, The Cap, Charlotte Street Arts Centre, NBEX, the Boyce Market and more, several times a day, deduplicates them, and lists everything here. Spot something missing? Tell Freddy.
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