2025 Canada Day Long Weekend in Moncton: Fireworks, Festivals & Activities

Celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday with fun events and activities.

Fireworks
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

Get ready to have a BLAST during Moncton’s Canada Day festivities! From midday to dusk, Riverfront Park will be bustling with things to do for all ages. Artists: Third Harmony, The Mainlanders, Beauxmont, Matt Mays Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Tri-community Fireworks @ Riverfront Park | 10:00 PM

Riverfront Park, Moncton

Free

Canada Day Celebrations @ Dieppe

You’re invited to celebrate Canada in all its glory with a full day of fun, entertainment, and community spirit at Place 1604 on July 1. Join us as we honour tradition, wear our red and white with pride, and celebrate what it means to be Canadian. All activities are free! Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Performance by Art Richard | 10:00 AM
Bouncy castles, games and activities | 10:45 AM – 4:00 PM
Official ceremony and national anthem | 1:00 PM
Performance by Acadian band ABOiTEAU | 1:15 PM
Fireworks with Moncton and Riverview at Riverfront Park in Moncton | 10 PM

Place 1604, 333 Acadie Avenue, Dieppe

Free

Canada Day Celebrations/Sunfest@ Riverview

Join us for live entertainment and celelbrations as part of Sunfest! Details

Sunfest | June 27 – July 1, 2025

Caseley Park, 5 Fatima Drive, Riverview

Free

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Canada Day at Fundy National Park

Celebrate Canada Day with Fundy National Park and the Community of Alma. Enjoy free admission on July 1st at all national parks, national historic sites, and marine conservation areas. Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM

Fundy National Park

Free admission

II. Things to Do During Canada Day Weekend

Sunfest

It’s the town’s annual kick-off to summer! Lively outdoor events, family fun, and a great reason to get to know your neighbours even better. Details

June 27 – July 1, 2025

Various locations, Riverview

Free and ticketed events

Canada Day Free Swim

All ages are welcome to enjoy a free swim that is running all afternoon. Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 1:15 PM — 6:30 PM

Lion Ken Gabbey Outdoor Pool, 1 Killarney Rd., Riverview

Free

High Fidelity

Part of Riverview Sunfest. Live entertainment featuring High Fidelity. Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

Holy Whale Beer Hall- Chocolate River Station, 391 Coverdale Rd., Riverview

Free

Moncton Canada Day Run 2025

Get moving and celebrate Canada strong! There’s a 5km and 15km run, and a 1km run for the kids. Details

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 8:15 AM

Arthur J. LeBlanc Arena, 432 Melanson Road, Dieppe

Pops NB Pop-Up Concert

Enjoy a week of free, family-friendly shows with talented young musicians from Sistema NB and Tutta Musica Orchestra. Details

NBYO PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE | Friday, June 27, 2025 | 12:00 PM

City Hall Plaza- Parc Gérald-Leblanc Park, 655 Main St, Moncton

Free

Pops NB Mainstage Concert

Bring your friends, family, and a picnic blanket or a chair—and get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of music and community! Kick things off with a community BBQ at 12:00 PM hosted by the Mosaïq Festival, and follow up with a high-energy outdoor concert showcasing the incredible skill of young musicians from across the province, featuring The Sistema NB Children’s Orchestra and The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra! Details

Saturday, June 28, 2025
BBQ hosted by the Mosaïq Festival | 12 PM
Concert | 1:00 PM

Victoria Park, 223 Weldon St, Moncton

Free

SparkFest

Join us at Riverfront Park on June 27th from 12 pm to 9 pm for SparkFest, a celebration of multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusivity! We’re all about embracing the wonderful tapestry of humanity, celebrating our differences, and finding joy in our similarities. Expect a fantastic showcase of music, art, and fashion, as we come together to show love and respect for every individual, regardless of where they come from. Details

Friday, June 27, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Riverfront Park, Moncton

Free

ZZ Top

ZZ Top, “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas,” has been rocking for over 50 years, blending rock, blues, and boogie in a way that’s earned them millions of devoted fans. Their signature image—beards, hotrod cars, spinning guitars, and iconic keychains—has become as recognizable as their sound. Details

Friday, June 27, 2025 | 7:30 PM

Molson Canadian Centre at Casino New Brunswick, 21 Casino Drive, Moncton

$104 and up

Bringing Back Broadway

Hazy Grape Theatre presents a stellar evening of beautiful Broadway song and dance to entertain all of Moncton and to raise awareness of the need for living organ donation.

Two acts of amazing voices and glamorous costumes guarantee to enchant audiences, as some of the best in Broadway comedy, romance and drama is presented live by a cast of phenomenal local talents. Details

June 26 – 28, 2025 | 7:00 PM

Théâtre Capitol, 811 Main Street, Moncton

$45

Canadian Multiculturalism Day

A multicultural show with world markets at Place 1604. Details

Friday, June 27, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Place 1604, 333 Acadie Avenue, Dieppe

Strawberry Festival

Join us at the Moncton Market on June 28 for a sweet celebration! Enjoy strawberry-themed treats, festive decor, family-friendly activities, face painting, a tasty strawberry treat contest, baton twirlers, and more. Details

Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Marché Moncton Market, 120 Westmorland St, Moncton

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Acoustica Summer Concert Series

Hear Acoustic singers and songwriters at the Moncton Market on Saturday mornings! Details

Bob & Jess | Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 11:00 AM

Moncton Market, 120 Westmorland St, Moncton

Free

More Things to Do

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

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: $29.35 – $39.57

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

Free this summer

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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

$16 – $19; Children 2 and under Free

“WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO COME FROM MONCTON?”

Acadian author and cultural advocate, Gérald Leblanc was a unifier who inspired generations of Acadians to write, to stand out, and to celebrate their uniqueness and commonalities. His work greatly contributed to Moncton’s image as the literary and cultural capital of Acadie. The year 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of his passing. Details

Tuesday – 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

$7 – $13; 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 21, 2025.

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 fun 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-motorised boats on the water, and more. Details

Irishtown Nature Park, Irishtown Nature Park

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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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Plan a Staycation

A vacation doesn’t have to include hours of travelling or even leaving New Brunswick. Get out and explore your own back yard, and see what this beautiful province has to offer.

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