Experience New Brunswick

12/29/2024

Saint John's coolest new spot just opened!

Saint John ice rink opens at Ihtohli-maqahamok, offering fresh air, skating, and waterfront transformation. Open daily, 9–9.

12/29/2024

Seven events in New Brunswick worth checking out on Dec. 31.

🥘 Saint John: A Taste of Indigenous Culinary Excellence

Saint John invites you to a unique New Year’s Eve celebration with “The Taste of Atlantic New Year’s Edition” on December 31, 2024. Located at 1 Market Square, enjoy a luxurious five-course dinner prepared by renowned Indigenous chefs, including Chef Shane Chartrand.

⛄️ Hampton: Dive into the New Year

Welcome 2025 with an invigorating plunge at Hampton Brewing Co. This refreshing event is guided by Sonja Bailey, New Brunswick’s first certified SHERPA instructor, who will introduce you to breath work techniques and the benefits of cold water immersion. After your dip, warm up by the fire with a beverage and share reflections on the past year.

🎈 Moncton: Family Fun Fest

Moncton’s third annual New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest promises a joyful celebration for all ages on December 31 at Downtown Place. Enjoy live performances, a beer garden, kid-friendly activities in the BioScript indoor Kid’s Zone, and not one, but two fireworks displays.

🎸 Fredericton: A Musical New Year

Check out the Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market on December 31, 2024, for a New Year’s Eve celebration featuring performances by David Myles and Waylon Napadogan, as part of the Harvest Music Festival. The music starts at 9:30 PM, ensuring your entry into 2025 is unforgettable. Additionally, The Mix, featuring Anthony Gray, will ignite the Fredericton Inn with a lively mix of genres from country to rock, creating a vibrant atmosphere to ring in the new year.

⛸️ Alma: Fill The Skate Benefit

Bring the family to the Alma Recreation Centre for the “Fill The Skate Benefit” this New Year’s Eve. From 8 PM to 11:30 PM, enjoy a festive atmosphere with a DJ, party favors for kids, and a lively countdown. With tickets at just $20, it’s an accessible and fun way to celebrate the onset of 2025.

🎇 Saint John: Fireworks at Long Wharf

Cap off your New Year’s Eve with a spectacular fireworks display at Long Wharf in Saint John. The sky will light up at 10:00 PM on December 31st, offering a dazzling visual treat to usher in the New Year with splendor. See you there!

12/23/2024

Calling all New Brunswick food and beverage entrepreneurs!

https://experiencenewbrunswick.com/2024/12/23/savour-nb/ cc. Savour NB

Savour NB launches a transformative mentorship for local food and beverage businesses, offering a $20,000 support package.

12/22/2024

New Year, New Brunswick, New Bucket List.

Discover New Brunswick's 2025 Bucket List adventures from Hopewell Rocks' tides to Shediac's Lobster Festival.

12/20/2024

Give a gift that matters this holiday season. Explore dozens of non-profits and discover how your contribution can make a meaningful difference.

Support New Brunswick charities this holiday season through donations, volunteering, or advocacy to enhance lives and communities.

12/18/2024

⭐Artist Spotlight⭐

Alika Zelenska is colouring outside the lines in New Brunswick’s art scene. Tap into her world of textured emotions and nature’s hues—link in bio!

12/14/2024

MYTH: It's too late to book a cabin with a hot tub in New Brunswick.

FACT: Over a dozen cabins with hot tubs in NB are just an RSVP away.

Get your bubbling bliss on right here!

A cabin with a hot tub in New Brunswick is the perfect choice for those seeking a holistic and rejuvenating winter vacation.

12/11/2024

In a world full of digital distractions, Theresa MacKnight of New Brunswick reminds us why art matters.

Theresa MacKnight's art deeply interweaves New Brunswick's landscape and culture, reflecting her heritage and creative evolution.

12/10/2024

From the Christmas Mountains to Piston Alley, New Brunswick offers over 8,000 km of groomed trails across stunning winter landscapes. Ready to ride? Learn more about snowmobiling in Northern New Brunswick below. cc Snowmobile-Motoneige NB

New Brunswick thrives as a top snowmobiling destination, drawing enthusiasts from across North America for its scenic, diverse trails.

12/09/2024

Help us spotlight the leaders and innovators who shaped New Brunswick in 2024. From business to the arts, healthcare to education, and everything in between—tell us who you think is making a significant impact in New Brunswick this year. Drop a name in our DMs or at the bio link and Experience New Brunswick will publish a list of New Brunswick’s top trailblazers and their stories in January!

12/07/2024

On this day in 1926, Edward R. McDonald from Shediac turned a pile of tiles into the game we now know as Scrabble. Can you spell 'innovation'? cc. Experience Shediac

In 1926, Edward R. McDonald from Shediac patented the game that became Scrabble, shaping entertainment and education globally.

12/04/2024

⭐️Artist Spotlight⭐️

From abstract paintings to murals, and grand gallery art, Abi Reinhart is making waves in the New Brunswick art scene. Read her story at the bio link. Plus, don’t miss her captivating Goddess art show at Divine Studios this Friday during Sparkles!

12/02/2024

Did you feel that? 🌍 A tremor shook northern New Brunswick last night! Here’s what we know.

A 3.5-magnitude earthquake hit northern New Brunswick Sunday evening, felt widely but causing no reported damage.

12/02/2024

Don't forget to secure your ride! With vehicle thefts on the rise in New Brunswick, a quick lock can make a big difference.

Shediac RCMP seeks public help to locate a stolen vehicle amid a regional increase in auto thefts, contrasting a national decline.

11/28/2024

Skip the big-box rush and choose local this season with our curated list of New Brunswick gifts, from pottery to textiles, all under $50.

This Christmas, choose unique local gifts under $50. Support New Brunswick artisans with our ultimate shopping guide.

11/27/2024

✨ Artist Spotlight: Alika Zelenska ✨

Meet Alika, the fresh face painting new emotions into New Brunswick's art scene! Her canvas? A vibrant fusion of nature's whispers and her own heartfelt tales. Discover why her textured masterpieces are turning heads and touching hearts across the province.

Alika Zelenska emerges in New Brunswick's art scene, capturing nature and emotion in her textured, expressive works.

11/22/2024

Wondering where first home dreams meet real budgets. Joel McElhinney of EXIT Realty Specialists Saint John has all the answers:

https://experiencenewbrunswick.com/2024/11/19/affordable-homes-saint-john/

Saint John lures first-time buyers with thriving communities and strategic growth, offering homes well below the national average.

11/20/2024

⭐ Artist Spotlight: Brigitte Gionet ⭐

From vivid watercolours to enchanting Moonlight Bazaar paintings, Brigitte's work captures the spirit of our province with whimsy and wonder. Explore her world as she shares insights into her inspirations drawn from nature, road trips, and everyday marvels.

Brigitte Gionet finds inspiration in nature, fashion, and everyday life, embracing challenges and joyful artistic expression.