Moncton 
Celebrate Canada’s 156th birthday with fun events and activities. Here is a short list of things to do this Canada Day long weekend in and around Moncton.
I. Official Canada Day Celebrations
Whoa Canada! Celebrations
Join us for an unforgettable Canada Day in Moncton on July 1st! Enjoy a FREE party along Moncton’s Riverfront with electrifying entertainment, games and activities for children, vendors, fireworks and more! Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tri-community Fireworks @ Riverfront Park | 10:00 PM – 10:15 PM
Riverfront Park, Moncton
Free
Canada Day Celebrations @ Dieppe
Dieppe’s Place 1604 will transform into a carnival site on Canada Day. The festivities, slated for Saturday, July 1, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., will be geared to the whole family. Participants will be able to test their skills at numerous game stations, get their passport stamped, and claim prizes such as stuffed animals, figurines, trading cards, and more.
The celebrations will kick off with formal ceremonies at 1 p.m., including flag-raising, the national anthem and speeches by dignitaries.
The traditional tri-community fireworks presented by the cities of Dieppe, Moncton and Riverview will begin at 10 p.m. at Riverfront Park in Moncton. Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Place 1604, 333 Acadie Avenue Dieppe
Free
Canada Day Celebrations/Sunfest@ Riverview
Join us in Caseley Park on July 1st for a day of family-friendly entertainment and activities! Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 12 Noon – 4 PM
Sunfest | June 24 – July 1, 2023
Caseley Park, Riverview
Free
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Alma Canada Day Celebrations
Celebrate Canada Day with the Village of Fundy Albert! Fireworks will take place at the Main St. Baseball field in Hillsborough and the Alma Beach. Fireworks will begin at dusk~10pm. Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023
Fireworks | Dusk – 10:00 PM
Main Street Baseball Field, Hillsborough
Alma Beach, Alma
Free
II. Things to Do During Canada Day Weekend
Moncton Canada Day Run 2023
Get moving and celebrate Canada strong! There’s a 5km and 15km run, and a 1km run for the kids. Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 8:00 AM
Arthur J. LeBlanc Arena, 432 Melanson Road, Dieppe
Register
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POPs NB
Delight your ears at POPS NB, an orchestral showcase of our province’s amazing and talented young Sistema NB Children’s and regional youth orchestras’ musicians, performing everyone’s favourite masterpieces! This musical showcase features members from our nine community Sistema NB Centres and three intermediate ensembles–Moncton, Saint John, and Miramichi Youth Orchestras. Details
Friday, June 30, 2023 | 6:30 PM
Wesleyan Celebration Centre, 945 St. George Blvd., Moncton
Free
CANADA DAY PARTY W/Dj ALEX L & MARTY SURETTE
This is a party you don’t want to miss! 2 Floors to Explore at the COSMO! Marty Surette (Live music) downstairs, and Dj Alex LeBlanc, upstairs! It’s our SPLASH EVENT TOO! $2.25 Snowfox Vodka Drinks all night! NEW VISUAL EFFECTS you want to check out! Get selfies in our GoGoCage and on our dancefloor! 19+. Details
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 10:00 PM
COSMO DNC, 837 Main Street, Moncton
FREE ADMISSION on first level and $5 cover for students upstairs! $20 Cover
ConneXion Zone
The ConneXion Zone is an innovative, tactical, urban space for the whole family. It is a gathering place that fosters connections, and a unifying community project that allows members of various communities and generations to come together and participate in a host of activities.
Located at Place 1604, the ConneXion Zone will welcome the general public from June 24 to September 1, 2023. You will find giant games, picnic tables with umbrellas, benches, hammocks and daily entertainment. Details
June 24 to September 1, 2023
Place 1604, 333 Acadie Avenue, Dieppe
Free
Visit Kouchibouguac National Park
There is always something happening at the park throughout the week. Check out what’s scheduled for the week and plan your trip. Details
Daily | Various hours
Kouchibouguac National Park – Kellys Beach
Free with admission
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Get Splashed
Its time for fun in the water again! Head over to Magic Mountain for a fun time. Details
Daily | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Hours of certain attractions vary)
Magic Mountain Water Park, 2875 Mountain Rd. Moncton
Splash zone: $27.83 – $37.39
Have a Picnic at Victoria Park
Victoria Park is a mature urban green space that is one of the oldest parks in Moncton. It is a great location for a picnic or to just relax in a lovely green space. Details
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Explore Fundy National Park
The Fundy National Park is the perfect spot, especially if you want to see the highest tides in the world or explore pristine forests. There are over 120kms of trails for you to hike if you are up for a challenge. The beach is a great place to relax, especially if you feel like spending the day sunbathing. Paddle the waters, hook your bait, enjoy a game of golf, or camp under the stars. Free admission on Canada Day. Details
Daily | 10 AM – 6 PM
Fundy National Park, Alma
Regular Admission: $0 – $8.50
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See animals at the Zoo
Over 600 animals call the 40-acre park their home. This includes indigenous and exotic birds, mammals, insects, reptiles, and fish. Details
Daily | 9 AM – 5 PM
Magnetic Hill Zoo, 125 Magic Mountain Rd, Moncton
$13 – $16; Children 3 and under Free; Tickets can be purchased up to 4 days in advance. An additional date is added daily
Refuge Canada
Refuge Canada provides the context for Canada’s place in the global refugee crisis and brings to light the challenges faced by refugees in Canada. The exhibition also shares stories of success and contributions made by people who came to Canada as refugees. Details
Monday – Wednesday, Friday – Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM
Thursday | 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM
Closed on Canada Day, July 1
Resurgo Place, 20 Mountain Road, Moncton
$6 – $12; Children 3 and under Free
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Make the Most of the Season
Visit the Centennial Park, Renton Park, Fairview Knoll Park, and Sumner Park splash pads to cool off and beat the heat. Pools will reopen from June 24th.
Use the Outdoor Fun Map for exploring the parks, playgrounds, free outdoor activities, splash pad schedules, locations, and more!
Can you Beat the Clock?
Pick from themed rooms and test your problem-solving skills. The rooms are funnier with a few people, so bring some friends and family along with you to test your teamwork skills.
Pre-booked slots
Mystery Moncton, 94 Lewisville Road, Moncton
Room Escape Atlantic, 355 Dieppe Blvd, Dieppe
Explore Irishtown Nature Park
Spend a day at Irishtown Nature Park, one of Canada’s largest urban parks! Hike along the trails, or take out your non-motorized boats on the water, and more. Details
Irishtown Nature Park, Irishtown Nature Park
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Aerial adventures await you at TreeGo! What are you waiting for? Details
Daily | Slots from 10 AM – 5 PM
Open over the Canada Day Weekend
TreeGo – Centennial Park, 45 centennial beach lane, Moncton
Varies
Summer at the Park
Head to Rotary St-Anselme Park and enjoy a variety of outdoor games, art, and sports sessions. Details
Rotary St-Anselme Park, 200 du Parc Promenade, Dieppe
Camp Out
Pack up your sleeping bag and tent and get ready for an exciting adventure in your own backyard, or you can go explore somewhere new without going too far from home.
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Hike the Dobson Trail
This 58 km hiking trail begins from Riverview and goes all the way to Fundy National Park. Along the way, you will cross a variety of terrain from rock to woodlands. Details
Ride the Riverside Trail
This 27 km trail follows the Petitcodiac River and is one of the most popular biking trails. Google Maps Link
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Are the fireworks on Friday or Saturday? As you have the dates mixed up. Friday is the 30th and Saturday is the 1st, check the dates.