A list of Christmas events in and around Moncton including children’s events, Santa Claus Parade, Christmas lights, carols, theatre, and other holiday events.
Contents
1. Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades
2. Christmas Carols & Holiday Concerts
3. Christmas Theatre & Other Events
I. Christmas Lights & Santa Claus Parades in and around Moncton
Christmas Light contest open from November 24 – December 15, 2023 @ Sussex
Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade
Come join the excitement as we celebrate the annual Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade on November 25, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.! This year’s theme is The World Celebrates the Season. Details
November 25, 2023 | 5:00 PM
The route starts at the corner of Cameron Street; the parade then makes its way down Moncton’s Main Street and ends at the corner of Paul Street in Dieppe.
Free
Light Up Riverview
Each year thousands of residents and visitors alike come together over hot cocoa and festive carols to light up the Town and make the pines along the Petitcodiac sparkle. Light Up Riverview is a fun-filled destination and tradition that draws family and friends together to celebrate the holiday season. Details
November 23, 2023 – January 7, 2024
Riverview
Free
Mayors Tree Lighting
Join us for the annual Mayors Tree lighting to help kick off the holiday season. There will be lots of music, performances and a visit from Santa Claus. Details
November 24, 2023 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Sussex Rotary Amphitheatre, 8 Leonard Drive, Sussex
Free
Wild Lights
The Zoo will be decked out in hundreds of thousands of holiday lights throughout its 40-acre park. Bring the whole family to see the woodland animals lit up in lights! Details
December 1-4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-23, 26-31 and January 1-6
Magnetic Hill Zoo, 125 Magic Mountain Road, Moncton
$11
Sussex Annual Santa Claus Parade
Join us for the annual Santa Claus Parade. This years theme is “Songs of Christmas”. Details
December 2, 2023 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Sussex, NB
The Parade starts at Perry Street and Leonard Drive, Leonard Drive to Main Street, Down Main Street to Walmart
Free
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Head over to the Bill Johnstone Memorial Park for tree lighting ceremony as part of the annual Moonlight Madness. Details
Friday, November 17, 2023 | 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Santa arrives at 6:00 PM
Bill Johnstone Memorial Park
Free
Petitcodiac Santa Claus Festival of Lights Parade
The Petitcodiac Fire Department, in conjunction with the Petitcodiac Boys and Girls Club, is proud to present the annual Santa Claus Festival of Lights Parade.
Details
Friday, December 1, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Parade Route: begins on Renfrew Street at the Baptist Church heading South on Old Post Road, West on Main Street, South on Spring, East on Railway, North on Old Post Road and ending back at the Baptist Church.
Free
II. Christmas Carols & Holiday Concerts in Moncton
Noël en Acadie
Don’t miss the 8th Annual Christmas Show “Noël en Acadie”!
Hosted in French by the popular Country Singer Laurie LeBlanc, this Christmas show is one of a kind. Surrounded by an amazing nine-piece band, Laurie welcomes talented guest artists to perform Holiday songs in both French and English. This show will surely put you in the Christmas Spirit. Details
Saturday, November 25, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Casino NB, 21 Casino Drive, Moncton
$35 – $45
Tis The Season
Tis The Season has always been a crowd favorite, and it’s back again this year! There is no better way to get into the spirit of this time of year than to attend an afternoon of entertainment featuring such artists as, Tutta Musica, Ivan and Vivian Hicks, The Sussex Avenue Fiddlers, Shane Douthwright, Fundy Ceilidh, Samantha Robichaud, and Cameron Molloy. Details
Sunday, November 26, 2023 | 2:00 PM
Riverview Arts Centre, 400 Whitepine Rd, Riverview
$34 – $54
Crash Test Dummies: Jingle All The Way Tour
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$56 – $59
Good Lovelies
A trio of songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, and gorgeous harmonizers, Good Lovelies are know for their upbeat roots-soul sound. This year, with original material from their new album We Will Never Be The Same, classic holiday songs, and timeless winter selections their annual Christmas show, the Good Lovelies are a guarantee good (and lovely) time! Details
Sunday, November 26, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$41 – $44
Lennie Gallant: The Innkeeper’s Christmas
Come join Lennie Gallant and his amazing band for some overdue Christmas Cheer! Lennie’s is excited to bring his Innkeeper’s Christmas Concert to you this year. This holiday favourite is full of original seasonal songs, stories and exciting accompanying visuals on screen! Lennie released his first long awaited Christmas album in 2021 to much praise and critical acclaim. The title song Christmas Day on Planet Earth, performed with Black Umfolosi, and its accompanying video (available on YouTube) is even fast becoming a holiday standard. Details
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Riverview Arts Centre, 400 Whitepine Rd, Riverview
$10 – $45
Home for the Holidays, East Coast Edition!
The Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy presents a collection of fun holiday music with an east coast flair. Details
Thursday, November 30, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
Free
Elvis Rockin Christmas
Viral sensation and two-time World Champion Thane Dunn is known Worldwide as one of the absolute best Elvis tributes on the planet. So close to the real thing he is endorsed by several people who worked and performed with the real Elvis. Join him and his amazing Cadillac Kings as they bring you “Elvis Rockin Christmas”! There will be a ton of surprises, costume changes and we promise you will laugh, cry and cheer in amazement as Thane Dunn recreates Elvis like none other. If you love Elvis and having fun get your tickets before it sells out again. Details
December 2, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Casino NB, 21 Casino Drive, Moncton
$39 – $49
Classic Country Christmas
Dream Vacation Tours proudly presents the 3rd Annual Classic Country Christmas show featuring International and local artists. It will be a night filled with joy and laughter while enjoying Traditional Country Christmas songs guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit. Details
December 9, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Casino NB, 21 Casino Drive, Moncton
$20 – $35
Boney M Holiday Favourites and Classic Hits
Afro-German-Caribbean disco and funk vocal group Boney M. featuring Liz Mitchell return to Atlantic Canada for Holiday Favourites and Classic Hits show. Details
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Avenir Centre, 150 Canada St, Moncton
$76 and up
A Gunning & Cormier Christmas
Come join Gunning & Cormier for their Christmas tradition at the Riverview Arts Centre. Two of Canada’s greatest roots singer-songwriters, award-winning partners and friends, performing music that warms your heart and brings back many special songs and memories. Details
Thursday, December 14, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Riverview Arts Centre, 400 Whitepine Rd, Riverview
$10 – $45
Candlelight concert: The Nutcracker’ and more
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Moncton. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Casse-Noisette et autres at Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption under the gentle glow of candlelight. Details
Friday, December 15, 2023 | 6:30 PM & 8:45 PM
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption, 226 Saint George Street, Moncton
$34 – $65
A Johnny Reid Christmas
Join us for a night of heartwarming music and festive cheer at Casino New Brunswick as Canadian country music sensation Johnny Reid takes the stage to serenade you with his soulful renditions of classic Christmas carols and beloved holiday hits. Details
December 15 – 16, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Casino NB, 21 Casino Drive, Moncton
$53 and up
Noël avec les Muses, les frères Belivo & Roland Gauvin
Join Les Muses, the Belivo brothers and Roland Gauvin and come celebrate Christmas in songs! In addition to the Jeunes Chanteurs d’Acadie and long-time collaborators François Émond, Jean-Pascal Comeau and Denis Hachey, the “new generation” will also be on stage for a few songs! Details
December 13 – 17, 2023
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$25 – $54
Julien Dionne and Jen Grant Home for The Holidays
Home from headlining festivals and major comedy clubs across Canada, husband and wife stand-up comedians, Julien Dionne (Scoudouc) and Jen Grant (Ottawa) will be bringing you a night of live stand-up for one show only(!!!) at the iconic Tide & Boar Ballroom. 19+. Details
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 | Doors 7:30 PM
Tide and Boar Ballroom, 700 Main St, Moncton
$25
Les Gars du Nord
Les Gars du Nord are back for a 10th consecutive year with their holiday tour! Les Gars du Nord is an Acadian “power group” made up of Wilfred Le Bouthillier, Jean-Marc Couture, Danny Boudreau and Maxime McGraw. Wilfred Le Bouthillier, Maxime McGraw, and Danny Boudreau will present a rich mix of holiday classics. A warm atmosphere like being in a kitchen party at Christmas time! Details
Friday, December 22, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$46
III. Christmas Plays & Holiday Theatre in Moncton
Cirque Musica
The fabulous Mrs. Claus visits Sackville for one night only! Don’t miss this spectacular night of entertainment with the Queen of Christmas!! Details
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Avenir Centre, 150 Canada St, Moncton
$52 and up
Jingle Bell of the Ball – A Holiday Cabaret
The fabulous Mrs. Claus visits Sackville for one night only! Don’t miss this spectacular night of entertainment with the Queen of Christmas!! Details
Saturday, November 25, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Royal Sackville Legion, 15 Lorne Street, Sackville
$28.00
Jingle Bell of the Ball – A Holiday Cabaret
Ruby Claus is the true backbone of the North Pole, but she’s tired of being the unsung hero of the holidays. This year, she’s letting Santa and the elves fend for themselves as she steps into the spotlight in a glamorous night of music and comedy starring the true Queen of Christmas: Mrs. Claus! Details
Friday, December 01, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Empress Theatre, 201 Robinson Street, Moncton
$28
How the Grandma Stole Christmas
Live Bait is back with its annual holiday dinner theatre. Grandma has a bad case of the holiday blahs and she’s out to ruin Christmas for everyone. Her family, Kris Kringle and Barbie have other ideas. Can they make her tiny heart grow three sizes in time to save Christmas? The show features a host of wacky characters, some great holiday music, loads of laughs, and a roast turkey dinner with dessert and tea or coffee. A cash bar will also be available. Details
December 7-9 and 13-16, 2023
Royal Sackville Legion, 15 Lorne Street, Sackville
$43.93 – $49.26
A staged reading of “A One-Man Christmas Carol”
“A One-Man Christmas Carol” is adapted and read by Ron Kelly Spurles. The play is a faithful adaptation of the book by Dickens, running about 50 minutes in length. One actor plays more than 20 characters, using a technique that might best be described as “morphing” from one character to another. It’s a heartwarming story that everyone is familiar with, but often people don’t know the details which really make it compelling and moving. Details
Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Performers’ Theatre Company, 3 Fairfield Road, Sackville
$5 – $10
Nutcracker
The holiday classic Nutcracker ballet, based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s cherished holiday story, is a wonderful dreamscape of childhood reveries, fantastic creatures and magical events, all brought to life by Academy dancers and friends against a magical décor in a festive ambiance. Details
December 7 – 10, 2023
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$48 – $51
A Maritime Nutcracker
Ever a holiday favourite, The Nutcracker gets a Maritime treatment in this fresh adaptation of the beloved play as two puppeteers create shadowbox projections to a narrated storyline, joined by musicians from Symphony New Brunswick and the magic of Tchaikovsky’s enchanting musical score. Details
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
$13.04 – $30.44
IV. Other Christmas / Holiday Events in and around Moncton
Moonlight Madness
The 31st Annual Moonlight Madness in Sackville is set to take place November 17 and December 8, 2023. Sackville’s Holiday shopping event of the year features amazing deals and food specials from all of the participating shops and restaurants the Town has to offer! We’ll be serving Hot Chocolate from 6pm-9pm at the corner of Bridge and Main Streets. Be sure to bring your own mug! Details
Fridays, November 17 and December 8, 2023
Sackville, NB
FREE
Retro Holiday PAW-TY
Join us on November 24th for some retro holiday festivities at Tire Shack in the new event space. Take a step back in time and celebrate with 80s & 90s dance tunes. Holiday attire is a must as there will be a prize for best holiday outfit. Enjoy a complimentary cup of mulled wine upon arrival. We will hosting a silent auction as well as a retro photo area which will be by donation only. All funds raised from this event will support the animals in our care at New Brunswick’s largest animal shelter-PAW. Details
Friday, November 24, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Tire Shack Brewing Co, 190 John Street, Moncton
$42.87
Turner’s Christmas at the Coliseum
Details
November 24 – 26, 2023
Friday: 2 PM – 9 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Moncton Coliseum Complex, 377 Killam Drive, Moncton
Adults: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 & under: FREE
Curt’s 2-Day Christmas Market
Come out and shop local entrepreneurs and cross some items off your Christmas list. Enjoy FREE Admission – Shop 2 Floors of Local Entrepreneurs – 50/50 draw – holiday music
Featuring: Home Decor, Jewelry, Gifts, Wellness Products, Body Care, Crystals, Clothing, Books, Seasonal Products, Toys, Organic Teas, Sweets & Treats, Pottery, Art Work, Avon, Norwex, Scentsy, Epicure, Isagenix, Sunset Gourmet, and So Much More! Details
November 18 – 19, 2023
Riverview Lions Club – 701 Coverdale Rd.
FREE
KOLIADA: Ukrainian Christmas Fest
Come and celebrate the joyous spirit of Ukrainian Christmas at the KOLIADA Fest! Immerse yourself in the vibrant Ukrainian culture, traditions, and mouthwatering food. Details
Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lutz Mountain Heritage Museum, 3143 Mountain Road, Moncton
$0 – $80
Signature d’ici Dieppe
This Salon des Artisans is much more than just an event. It is a celebration of the creativity, talent and passion of our community. We believe in highlighting your unique works and providing you with a platform to share your art with an enthusiastic audience. Art inspires, educates, and unites, and we hope you will join us on this unique artistic adventure. Details
Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Dieppe Arts and Culture Center, 331 Acadie Avenue Dieppe
$0 – $54.58
Holiday Cooking Classes
A Holiday Slow Gathering around Seasonal & Locally-Sourced Food. Join us for an evening of collective cooking, centered around sharing the Holiday cheers and making deeper connections with each other! Details
December 5, 12, 14, 2023 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
UNIplex, 450 Rue du College, Dieppe
$80 per ticket
Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk
The Santa Shuffle is an annual 5km Fun-Run and 1km Elf Walk to fundraise for local Salvation Army initiatives which provide hope and support to those in need across Canada. Details
Saturday December 2, 2023
Virtual
$22.50 – $40
HOHOHoliday 5k
The HoHoHoliday 5K is the most festive FUN run in Canada! This 5km run/walk combines the magic of the Holidays with community engagement and fitness. Be apart of a holiday movement and join 10,000 Santa’s virtually across Canada who are spreading cheer in their local community while choosing to raise funds to support Make-A-Wish Canada. Details
December 1 – 31, 2023 | All Day anytime
Nationwide/Virtual Run
$40 – $45
Skate with Santa
TJoin us at the Petitcodiacs Arena for Skate with Santa on Sunday, December 17th! Free hot chocolate, sweet treats and some quality time with Santa. Details
Sunday, December 17, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Petitcodiac Arena
Free