Saint John 
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate the harvest and spend time thinking about what you are thankful for in your life. It is also a long weekend for most people since many businesses are closed on Thanksgiving Monday. There are still a lot of fun activities to do with your family and friends on the Thanksgiving weekend. Here are a few things to do during Thanksgiving around Saint John.
Poley Mountain’s Fall Festival
You can ride to the top of Poley Mountain and enjoy fall colours. The chairlift has great views of the forest and the gorgeous sunset-colored leaves. Details
October 10, 2026 from 11 am – 5 pm
69 Poley Mountain Rd, Waterford
$10 – $15; 5 & Under: FREE
Saint John Palestinian Film Festival
Join us for the opening of the 2nd annual SJPFF F 2026 and an evening of Palestinian cinema, stories, culture, and community.
Details
Friday, October 9, 2026, at 6 pm
The Olive Grove Cultural Café, 16 Waterloo Street, Saint John
Indigenous Storytelling Walk
Discover the local history of the Wolastoq and Mi’kmaq peoples from a unique Indigenous point of view while meandering along the harbor and the Beautiful River – Wolastoq. Walk along a historical portage route and over archeological sites and become acquainted with the timeless wisdom of our ancestors.
Details
Friday, October 9, 2026, from 9:30 am to 11 am
Various Locations, Uptown Saint John
Autumn evening with Olena Kolibaba
An intimate evening of music and storytelling with violinist and composer Olena Kolibaba, featuring selections from Perennial, a mini collection blending neo-classical, cinematic, and folk influences with live looping. Joined by pianist Becky Reesor, the performance explores roots, renewal, and identity alongside visual art by Anastasiya Bura and Ki Elmes.
Details
Friday, October 9, 2026, from 7 pm to 8 pm
Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Peel Plaza, Saint John
Fundy Trail Parkway
Hit the road to experience the beautiful Bay of Fundy coastline. The parkway and walking trail wind past spectacular pristine beaches, beautiful waterfalls, and the world’s highest tides. You can make stops along the way to enjoy the breathtaking views.
Details
Open daily 9 am – 5 pm
3 Fundy Trail Parkway, Salmon River
Solitary Man: Celebrating the Music of Neil Diamond
Will Chalmers is a multi-award-winning tribute artist and has been in the music industry for over 30 years. He has been performing his Neil Diamond tribute since 2002 and has also performed tributes to Garth Brooks, Conway Twitty, John Lennon, and Elvis. Details
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South, Saint John
$56.25
Climbing Adventures
‘Go Wild’ at New Brunswick’s largest treetop aerial adventure park and the #1 ranked aerial adventure park in Canada on TripAdvisor! Make your way through some of the most epic obstacle courses around as you go platform to platform way up in the trees! Details
TimberTop Adventures, Dominion Park, Saint John
$43.99 – $48.99
Pumpkin U-pick
Come grab that perfect pumpkin for your porch! Whether you’re planning to carve it or use it to decorate, we’ve got you covered! The little ones can also try the mini hay bale maze!
Details
Weekends
Bostwick Farms, Kingston
Thanks to Nature
Join us for a walk around the Beaver Pond Trail, featuring activity stations along the way, spend time outside, enjoy the beautiful fall colours, and say thank you to nature. This event includes a self-guided nature walk with on-trail interpretation and activity stations. Our CPAWS staff and partners will be on the trail with answers to your questions about nature, offer opportunities for reflection, and a chance to slow down and appreciate the beautiful nature around you.
Details
Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm
Mactaquac Provincial Park – Beaver Pond Trail, Moore Road, Keswick Ridge
Free
Saint John Highlights & History Cycling Tour
Discover Saint John through a new lens! During this roughly 3-hour tour, your guide will take you through 15 kilometers of Saint John’s most picturesque lookouts and cityscapes.
Details
Go Apple Picking
Spend a day on the farm or in an orchard, picking apples to enjoy fresh, or take home with you to bake into scrumptious fall dishes.
Mackay Apple Orchard
Bostwick’s U-Pick Apples
Cheer Saint John Sea Dogs
Catch the Saint John Sea Dogs in action at TD Station.
Details
vs. Huskies De Rouyn-Noranda on October 9, 2026, at 7 pm
vs. Charlottetown Islanders on October 10, 2026, at 4 pm
vs. Voltigeurs De Drummondville on October 12, 2026, at 3 pm
TD Station, 99 Station Street, Saint John
Outdoor Concert Series
Hampton Brewing Co. hosts PHAKE | Warm Front, featuring long jams, deep grooves, and an extended live-music set on October 9th. The following evening, October 10, PHAKE Round 2 continues the live music with Patrick Lewis, Andrew Butler, Nick Cobham, and John Morrison from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Details
October 9 – 10, 2026 at 8 pm
Hampton Brewing Co. Ltd., 64 Robertson Road, Hampton
Saint John City Market
Explore North America’s oldest market and pick up everything you need to make an amazing Thanksgiving meal.
Details
47 Charlotte Street, Saint John
Pick Up some Pumpkins at the Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkins, apples and much more in-season produce are waiting for you at the Pumpkin Patch. You can also enjoy over 24 flavours of ice cream after you choose your pumpkin.
Details
1770 Manawagonish Road, Saint John
Queen Square Farmers Market
Thanksgiving weekend is the last week of the Queen Square Farmers Market. Farmers, artists, crafters, and food vendors gather to showcase their work. The vendors change weekly and some tailor their offerings depending on the time of year.
Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm
Queen Square S, Saint John
Gather Up the Family for Some Indoor Fun
Fall weather can be unpredictable, so having a backup plan is always a good idea. Check out our list of
Indoor Fun in Saint John.
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