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Have some fun and spend some quality time with your friends and family in the beautiful province of New Brunswick.
Credit: Trites Family Sugar Bush @ Stilesville
Listed below, you will find a list of fun activities that are taking place in New Brunswick so that you can keep your kid from being bored and whiny for the whole week of March Break: February 28 to March 8, 2026.
Fundy Winterfest
Get ready for some serious fun when you gather the family and head outside this March Break to go to the Annual Fundy Winterfest. There are events taking place until March 8th. So, you should be sure to check out the full list to see what event is taking place, and where. Make sure to dress warmly, it’s cold out there. Details
Saint John, Quispamsis, Rothesay, and Grand Bay-Westfield municipalities.
January 17 – March 8, 2026
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Maple, the First Taste of Spring
Celebrate the coming of spring and pay homage to the sweet 200+-year-old tradition of collecting and preparing maple sap! Details
Kings Landing, 5804 Route 102, Prince William
March 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
YFC Burger Battle
The YFC Burger Battle will be happening in Fredericton between February 28 to March 21! Over 20 restaurants across the city will make over 30+ mouthwatering burger creations! So get ready to taste and judge who you want to win in this annual event! Details
Across Fredericton
February 28 – March 21, 2026
Free admission
TEENS: CREATIVE MINDS
100 years ago, in Valcourt, Quebec, Joseph-Armand Bombardier achieved a feat that changed the course of his life. At 15, his creativity led him to design his first vehicle capable of driving on snow. A prolific inventor, he is clearly not the only teenager to innovate so early!
In the Teens: Creative Minds exhibition, explore the brains of young people and discover the source of the desire to create that inhabits them. Meet eleven Canadian teens who, over the past 100 years, have taken the path of innovation to improve their world! Details
Resurgo Place, 20 Mountain Road
January 24 – April 26, 2026
Regular admission
Chocolat Moncton & SENB
Experience a diverse array of hot chocolate creations, each more delicious than the last, crafted by South East New Brunswick’s finest establishments.
Participating businesses
February 15-28, 2026
The Coldest Night of the Year
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of OUTFLOW SAINT JOHN, serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness… because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 28, 2026 – across the country, close to home!! Details
1 Market Square, Saint John
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Register
Retro March Break Movie: Space Jam
Swackhammer (Danny DeVito), an evil alien theme park owner, needs a new attraction at Moron Mountain. When his gang, the Nerdlucks, heads to Earth to kidnap Bugs Bunny (Billy West) and the Looney Tunes, Bugs challenges them to a basketball game to determine their fate. The aliens agree, but they steal the powers of NBA basketball players, including Larry Bird (Larry Bird) and Charles Barkley (Charles Barkley) — so Bugs gets some help from superstar Michael Jordan (Michael Jordan). Details
Imperial Theatre, 12 King Square S., Saint John
Monday, March 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Free
Under the Same Sky
Join Tunes and Tall Tales for a joyful, interactive musical adventure celebrating all kinds of weather. We will be splashing in puddles, flying kites in the wind, basking in the sunshine and playing in the snow! This whimsical show features original songs, three-part harmony, storytelling, and a hand-crafted scrolling “crankie” theatre. Recommended for ages 2-8. Details
Fredericton Playhouse, 686 Queen St, Fredericton
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Pay What You Will
2026 CCAA Badminton Championships
The 2026 CCAA Badminton Championships will showcase top collegiate badminton athletes from across Canada competing for national titles. This premier championship highlights the depth of talent within the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association while delivering high-level competition and sportsmanship. Details
UNBSJ Gymnasium- G. Forbes Elliot Athletics Centre, Tucker Park Rd, Saint John
March 3 – 7, 2026
Cineplex Family Favourites
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favourite family film daily for only $3.99. Details
March 2 to 6, 2026
Participating Cineplex theatres
$3.99 – $5.49
March Break at Centre-ville Caraquet
Celebrate March Break with activities for the whole family. Details
February 27 – March 8, 2026
2-39 boulevard Saint-Pierre Ouest, Caraquet
Free and ticketed
Shrek The Musical
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a side-splitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
February 21 – March 1, 2026
$44 – $79
March Break Bounce Bash
Enjoy inflatable games at the annual March Break bouncy castle event. Details
March 2 – 7, 2026 | 10 AM – 5 PM
Special needs hours | Tuesday and Thursday | 5 PM – 6:30 PM
Fredericton Exhibition Grounds, 361 Smythe St, Fredericton
Ages 3 – 13 $20; Age 1 year to Under 3 $15; Parents and Under 12-month-old Free; Cash at the door
Moncton Wildcats
Cheer Moncton Wildcats on their home ice! Details
vs. Cape Breton Eagles on Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 7:00 PM
vs. Armada Blainville-Boisbriand on Friday, March 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM
vs. Saint John Sea Dogs on Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Avenir Centre, 150 Canada Street, Moncton
March Break Guided Snowshoe
Get outside this March Break and explore the trails of Rockwood Park on a guided snowshoe tour for all ages! Details
Inside Out Nature Centre, 55 Lake Dr S, Saint John
March 7, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Register
Tunes and Tales
Tunes and Tales is a children’s performance group from Prince Edward Island. Artists Leah Ellis, Brieonna Locche and Lucy Farrell love to create and perform charming and engaging musical stories for children. Details
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, Moncton
Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Pay What You Will
March Break Camp
Join us for an exciting March Break Zoo Camp at the Magnetic Hill Zoo! This year’s theme, Animals of the Biomes, will take campers on a journey through the unique biomes found around the world. Campers will discover the incredible animals that call each biome home and learn what makes these environments so special. Each day, they will explore the challenges these biomes face, the species that depend on them, and the actions zoo campers can take to help protect them.
Magnetic Hill Zoo, 125 Magic Mountain Rd, Moncton
March 2 – 6, 2026
$230 for the full week
Inside Out March Break Day Camps
Register your child for the Inside Out nature camps during March break! This nature-based camp features adventures that are safe, fun and educational! Our March break camp combines outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, and plenty of active fun. Campers will enjoy a mix of winter and nature-based activities, including: Snowshoeing and winter hikes, outdoor games, Indoor bouldering wall, arts & crafts & more. Our small group camp focuses on curiosity, confidence, and connection with nature, keeping kids active, unplugged and enjoying the outdoors no matter the weather. Details
Inside Out Nature Centre, 55 Lake Drive South, Saint John
March 2 – 6, 2026
Individual Days $70.00 + tax; Full week $260.00+ tax
Skate with the Saint John Sea Dogs
Skate with the Saint John Sea Dogs. Details
River Valley Community Centre, 749 River Valley Drive, Grand Bay
Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Free
Saint John Sea Dogs
Come out and support your Saint John Sea Dogs! Details
TD Station, 99 Station Street, Saint John
vs. Charlottetown Islanders on Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM
vs. Blainville-Boisbriand Armada on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM
$10 – $24
Poley Mountain
Dress warmly and get out there with your family and friends to have ‘snow’ much fun this winter. The Poley Mountain‘s alpine chairlift is open. So plan a trip to enjoy the season there.
69 Poley Mountain Road, Sussex
Enjoy a Staycation
Enjoy a staycation with Radisson Kingswood Hotel & Suites. Have a weekend of winter fun! Details
Radisson Kingswood Hotel & Suites, 703 Queen St, Fredericton
Various; Call the Radisson at 506.206.6270 for reservations or more information.
Explore Rotary St-Anselme Park
Rotary St-Anselme Park is an excellent location for outdoor winter fun! Spend the day fat biking, walking, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing the trails at Rotary St-Anselme Park. Details
Rotary St-Anselme Park, 200, rue Parc, Dieppe
A Winter Fun Getaway
Broadleaf Ranch, 5526 Rte. 114, Hopewell Hill
Call 506-882-2349 or e-mail info@broadleafranch.ca for more information.
Sugar Bush – La Causerie Inc
Sugar Bush La Causerie Inc. is a popular maple farm. Many snowmobile enthusiasts visit this sugar bush to explore the forest and the fresh snow. Details
178 Sucrerie Road, Sainte-Marie-de-Kent
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Crabbe Mountain
Crabbe Mountain is known for having the highest and largest vertical in the Maritimes and having some of the best snowboarding and skiing terrain. Test your skills on the 32 alpine trails and glades, for all skill levels. There are over 30 km of trails for snowshoeing and Nordic-skiing trails. Hours of operation are subject to change. Please check the Daily Mountain Report or call (506) 463-8311 x300 for the latest information. Details
50 Crabbe Mountain Road, Central Hainesville
Lift tickets $28 – $59
Sugarloaf Provincial Park
If you are looking for a skiing adventure for your family, you should check out Sugarloaf Provincial Park Ski Resort. There are 12 Alpine ski trails for everyone from beginners to experts to experience. There is even a terrain park for free-ride enthusiasts. Details
596 Val-d’Amour Road, Atholville
Varies depending on activity.
Go Snowshoeing
There is nothing better than the silence of the forest after a snowfall. New Brunswick is home to many wonderful hiking trails that turn into a fantastic winter wonderland for snowshoeing and winter hiking. Many of the trails are easily accessible, whereas others will take some amount of hiking to just reach the trail.
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Mont Farlagne Outdoor Centre
Get ready to hit the slopes with the family at Mont Farlagne Outdoor Centre this March Break. Visit the Tube Park or show off your skills in the Snow Park Canadian Tire Fun Park. Details
360 Mont Farlagne Road, Edmundston
Varies depending on the activity
Kouchibouguac National Park
Kouchibouguac National Park is still open in the winter, and there is a lot of fun in the snow to be had for kids of all ages. You can explore the lovely wintery landscapes by snowshoeing or cross-country skiing with the family. Details
186 Route 117, Kouchibouguac National Park
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Visit a Nature Park
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Resurgo Place
Experience Moncton’s heritage and learn about technology at Resurgo Place. Details
20 Mountain Road, Moncton
Regular admission
Fun at Elmhurst
Enjoy fun in the snow! Grab your skis and get ready for cross-country skiing, or strap on a pair of snowshoes and hike the great outdoors.
Elmhurst Outdoors, 65 Ganong Road, Kingston
Ski/Snowshoe Trail Pass: $11 – $13
Dumfries Maples
Get ready for fun at Dumfries Maples. Take the family out for a tour and taffy on the snow on Saturday & Sunday. Nature trails available for snowshoeing (snowshoe rental and kids sizes available). The Sugarhouse will be open, taffy on the snow, and breakfast(reservations recommended). To make a reservation for breakfast please contact us by phone (575-8277) or email(Info@dumfriesmaples.ca. Details
7520 Route 102, Dumfries
Saturdays & Sundays in March
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Indoor Fun
Inclement weather? The fun doesn’t need to stop when the weather changes. Move the fun inside at one of the many indoor entertainment centres, museums, markets, and other indoor adventures.
Maritime March Break Package At Algonquin Resort
Getaway with the family this March Break and join the fun at the Algonquin Resort. Details
Algonquin Hotel, 184 Adolphus Street, Andrews by-the-Sea
A Trip to Fundy National Park
Plan a trip to the Fundy National Park with your family. Book an oTENTik or camp in your tent and explore the park on skis or snowshoes.
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Getaways in New Brunswick during March
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Go Biking
Riding your bike with your family is always a great way to spend an evening or even a weekend. It gets everyone outside, and active and brings the family closer together.
