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Credit: Hall’s Orchard
October is the month when New Brunswick comes alive with farmer’s markets, fall festivals, and U-picks. Make the most of the cooler weather and explore the fall colors and fun fall activities taking place around New Brunswick this October.
Take some time this October to check out the 25 activities listed below in New Brunswick.
Wings & Suds Festival – Fredericton on October 17, 2019
The Wings and Suds Festival is back again after the 2017 and 2018 events sold out. Amazing local vendors will be bringing great wings and drinks to the event. Get your tickets early as this event will sell out quickly.
Running Dead – Fredericton on October 26, 2019
Take part in chasing the race participants at the 8thAnnual Zombie Fun Run. Each runner is given 3 flags to wear during the 5.5 kilometre race trail at Killarney Lake Park. The runners try to complete the racecourse without losing all their flags to the race zombies.
Hazen Cameron and Son Farm – Gagetown
Pick up everything that you need for fall at the Hazen Cameron and Son Farm. They offer many varieties of apples in their u-pick, including Cortland, Spartan, and Honey Crisp. During a visit to the farm, you can pick up the perfect pumpkin for you because they have every size from super small to absolutely huge pumpkins for sale. They also have apple cider, apple pie, squash, corn and more.
Zombie Scavengers Game
Join for Zombie Scavengers Game and explore Moncton, Saint John or Fredericton. The hunt leads you into the city to collect supplies to survive during this interactive scavenger game.
Hall’s Apple Orchard – Fredericton
Just outside of Fredericton, Hall’s Apple Orchard is a great place to spend a day picking apples. The u-pick is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. They make their own jellies and jams. If you stop by on cider making days, you may get the chance to throw apples into the chopper, see how apple cider is made, or taste fresh cider.
Brew at the Zoo – Saint John on October 4, 2019
Spend a fun-filled evening with the animals at Cherry Brook Zoo while you listen to live music, eat delicious food, and sip some delicious brews made by local craft brewers. There will also be a 50/50 draw and a silent auction, since this event is a fundraiser for the zoo.
International Culture Fest – Saint John on October 12, 2019
Celebrate the amazing cultures that call Saint John at the second annual International Culture Fest. This festival is designed to build bridges between art, entertainment, food, and education across all cultures that are represented in St. John.
Halloween ComicFest – Saint John on October 26, 2019
Head to Heroes’ Beacon for their 7th Halloween ComicFest. Make sure to come early as they will have a limited supply of free Halloween themed comics. Be sure to wear your best costume to see if you can win the costume contest.
Moncton:
Boo at the Zoo – Moncton From October 19 to 27, 2019
Get ready for some scares at the Moncton Zoo as Boo at the Zoo returns for another year. These are sure to be two weekends of spooky animal fun for the whole family.
World Wine & Food Expo – Moncton from October 26 to November 2, 2019
You can sample over 350 different wines at the World Wine & Food Expo at the Moncton Coliseum-Agrena complex. There are seminars and tastings all weekend long that let you explore the newest and best wines and foods.
Zombie Walk – Miramichi on October 20, 2019
Join in some ‘Zombie’ fun when you put on your costume and walk with the ‘horde’ at the 2nd Annual Zombie Walk. There will be zombie games and activities, a BBQ, a photo booth, a brain (jello) eating competition and prizes for best costume.
Fletcher’s Farm – Miramichi
When you head to Fletcher’s Farm, be ready to explore their five-acre corn maze. They offer an authentic outdoor learning experience and a fun scavenger hunt. If you want to do more maze solving, make sure to check out their hay bale maze.
Green Pig Country Market – Salisbury
The Green Pig Country Market is a popular location for families in the Moncton area. Their Corn Mazes, both the full size one and the mini one, are fun for all ages and they also have interactive activities for kids that enhance the experience. During their ‘Haunted Corn Maze’ evenings, there are ghosts who enter the maze to scare the visitors.
Howl-O-Scream Festival – Florenceville – Bristol on October 19, 2019
Get ready for a frightfully fun day at the annual Howl-O-Scream Festival. The family-friendly version for younger children with Halloween activities and games is during the daylight hours. Once dusk comes, the creatures of the night will come out to terrify you.
Hunter Brother Fall Festival – Florenceville-Bristol Through October 27, 2019
Celebrating the harvest season, the Hunter Brother Fall Festival is packed with family fun that will keep you entertained for hours. Have a fun day with the family getting lost in the 6-acre corn maze, jumping onto the huge jumping pillow, or just relaxing on a wagon ride.
Poley Mountain’s Fall Festival – Waterford on October 12, 2019
You can ride to the top of Poley Mountain for the fall festival. The chairlift has great views of the forest and the gorgeous sunset-colored leaves. The scavenger hunt will take you on a scenic trip down the mountain. There will also be wagon rides, games, a BBQ and much more for the whole family to enjoy.
Kedgewick Fall Festival – From October 5 to 13, 2019
The Kedgewick Fall Festival is a week of family fun that comes from rallies, sports, dances, live music, and a parade. You should be sure to meet ‘Wick the Partridge’, who exemplifies the warm welcome from the locals. There is definitely something for everyone at this fun festival.
Provincial Giant Pumpkin Festival – Neguac on October 6, 2019
Take the family out to see the largest pumpkins from New Brunswick at the Giant Pumpkin Provincial Festival in Neguac. This popular festival attracts competitors and spectators from all over the province. There will also be live musical entertainment that everyone will enjoy.
Fall Colours Day at Mont Farlagne – Edmundston on October 6, 2019
Head to the Mont Farlagne Outdoor Centre for a day of fall colours. At Fall Colours Day, you can get a great view of the forest by going up in the chairlift. At both the top and bottom of the mountain, there will be live entertainment and activities that everyone will enjoy.
Festival Moisson d’ART – Tracadie From October 18 to 20, 2019
Festival Moisson D’Art celebrates the diversity of arts and culture, and highlights the less well-known parts of arts and culture. Guest artists travel from across the Maritimes, Canada, and North America to share their skills and experience.
Festival 506 – Caraquet From October 24 to 27, 2019
Festival 506 brings together the best musical talent in New Brunswick for shows, awards, and conferences. This is a festival that is not to be missed, especially if you are a music lover.
Provincial Giant Pumpkin Festival – Neguac on October 6, 2019
Take the family out to see the largest pumpkins from New Brunswick at the Giant Pumpkin Provincial Festival in Neguac. This popular festival attracts competitors and spectators from all over the province. There will also be live musical entertainment that everyone will enjoy.
Johnny Appleseed U-Pick Orchard – Keswick Ridge
Open since the 1950s, the Johnny Appleseed U-Pick Orchard is one of the oldest apple orchards near Fredericton. Drop on in and pick your own apples, or you can check out their farmstand to buy fresh apples, vegetables, pumpkins, cider, and jellies and jams.
River View Orchards – Keswick Ridge
Open daily, River View Orchards does not only offer U-pick fruits, but it is also packed with family fun. There is a farm, a duck pond, wagon rides, and a corn maze that you and your loved ones can explore and experience.
Celebrate Halloween
New Brunswick is host to many haunted houses and truly haunted locations across the province, so get ready for some scares this October.
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