Fall Events in New Brunswick

Fall is the perfect time for a New Brunswick road trip, with crisp air and colourful leaves lining the roadside. Beyond the stunning scenery and cool temperatures, there are plenty of events to discover. Shake up your fall and check out the following seasonal experiences.

Located in the stunning town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, the Indulge Food & Wine Festival is a highly anticipated event with some of the most delicious autumn flavours in the Maritimes. It offers a fulfilling range of experiences and good cheer with lively performances by the sea.

Want to take the whole family to a spooky Halloween experience? Rockwood Park Haunted Campground has activities for all ages with low-scare to heart-pounding options to explore. Drop in from October 17-27 for chilling trails and spooky surprises around every corner.

Parlures d’icitte Storytelling Festival is a special occasion that brings international storytellers from around the world to New Brunswick. The only Francophone festival of its kind in the Maritimes, it is an exciting week filled with storytelling meals, mystery evenings, treasure hunts and more. This is a unique event that is perfect for roadtrippers of all ages.

A long-awaited annual event, the Cox & Palmer Atlantic Brew Fest is a pinnacle experience for local craft beer, cider, mead and food. Brought to you by The Moncton Beer League, this grandeur event at the Moncton Coliseum is an Atlantic favourite, all while raising funds for United Way!

What do monkeys, elephants and zebras say at Halloween? BOO! Take your little ones for a kid-friendly day out, or bring your friends for the ultimate scary adventure through Magnetic Hill Zoo, a 40-acre park. Boo in the Zoo offers scavenger hunts, playgrounds, animal feeding and more—there is something for everyone! Don’t miss out; this spooky and unique Halloween event runs from October 19-27.

Celebrate the leading names in local music at the Semaine Music Musique NB Week, taking place this year in Moncton. This three-day event will be filled with showcases, performances, award shows and conferences featuring established artists and up-and-comers alike. Discover new music and cheer on the fabulous talent that makes up the tapestry of the New Brunswick music scene.

An authentic Mexican experience awaits you this fall in Saint John! Dia de los Muertos is a traditional festival celebrating art and culture while honouring our ancestors who came before us. The event showcases the city's diversity through vibrant activities, music and food.

Whether you’re looking to get the kids out in the fresh air or a lively weekend activity, New Brunswick is the place to be this fall. Break free of the monotony of your week and plan a memorable getaway!

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