Things to Do This Winter in Moncton: 2026 Festivals, Events & Outdoor Fun

Crisp winter air, clear skies, and falling snow make the winter season an excellent time to explore the Greater Moncton Area.

Credit: City of Moncton

Fun in Moncton, Dieppe, and Riverview doesn’t stop when the snow starts falling. Listed below, you will find 25+ fun things to do in winter in the beautiful city of Moncton.

Wild Lights

The Magnetic Hill Zoo is covered in lights for the Holiday season. The Zoo will be decked out in hundreds of thousands of holiday lights throughout its 40-acre park.
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November 28 to January 3, 2026

Magnetic Hill Zoo, 125 Magic Mountain Road, Moncton

Moncton Burger Festival

This is your chance to try out all kinds burgers including some insanely stacked burgers! Over 60 restaurants across Moncton will be participating in the Fest.
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January 9–31, 2026

Participating restaurants, Moncton

Thane Dunn

Come and hear Thane Dunn’s new Cash & King: The Elvis Birthday Experience on January 24th.
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January 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM

Molson Canadian Centre at Casino New Brunswick

Moncton Wildcats

Cheer Moncton Wildcats on the home ice.
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Various Dates.

Avenir Centre, Moncton

HubCap Comedy Festival

Lose the winter blues by laughing them away. Many popular Canadian comedians come together for the HubCap Comedy Festival. Grab one ticket or pick up a ticket package to keep the laughs going.
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January 21 – 31, 2026

811 Main Street, Moncton

Riverview Winter Carnival

Spend 10 days celebrating all things winter at the Riverview Winter Carnival. Go on a sleigh ride, help build the community ice castle, and enjoy winter treats. Celebrate the official opening of the 51st annual Riverview Winter Carnival with a spectacular fireworks display at 7 p.m.!

January 30 – February 8, 2026

PolarFest

Celebrate Family Day at Centennial Park with winter fun! Enjoy free maple taffy, local live music, glow-in-the-dark skating, snowshoeing, hockey, sliding hills, scenic skiing, alpaca encounters, and free horse-drawn wagon rides. Warm up with hot chocolate by the fire and join snowy games and competitions for a magical weekend adventure. Perfect for all ages!
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February 13-16, 2026

Centennial Park, Moncton

Maritime Spirits Festival

It’s time for Spirit lovers to gather! Taste and sample over 50+ spirits and creations.
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February 20 – 21, 2026

Delta Beausejour, Moncton

Chocolat Moncton

Take the sting out of those chilly winter days with a warm, cozy hug in a mug during Chocolat Moncton. The rich, velvety inventions crafted by local restaurants will fulfill even those most insatiable sugar seekers. You won’t want to miss this super sweet showdown as chocolatiers and pastry chefs compete to create the most decadent delights.
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February 15 to 28, 2026

Various Restauarnts, Moncton

Headliner Artists in Moncton

Visit Casino New Brunswick to enjoy live shows by touring artists!
Highlights this season include: Thane Dunn, Matt Andersen, Josh Ross, Trooper and Kim Mitchell, Darcy & Jer, Alan Doyle, The Irish Descendants, and more.

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Capitol Theatre

Enjoy a live show at the theatre. From ballet and musicals to concerts by famous artists, there are plenty of events taking place at the theatre to warm up the winter season.

Events this season include:

Ian Bagg on January 10, 2026
Wolf Castle on January 10, 2026
Hideaway Cabaret: Reprises & Revenge on January 16, 2026
Le Gala des Rendez-vous de la Francophonie on January 23, 2026
Marthe Laverdière : Fait son show on January 24, 2026
Because New Brunswick Gala on January 16, 2026
Shrek The Musical on February 21 – March 1, 2026
Coucou Passe-Partout on March 6, 2026
A Perfectly Reasonable Night of Comedy on March 7, 2026
Tunes and Tales on March 8, 2026
Thalea String Quartet on March 11, 2026
Rita Baga on March 13, 2026
William Prince on March 15, 2026
Coppélia: The Living Doll on March 18 – 19, 2026
My Life – The Billy Joel Experience on March 20, 2026
Gregory Charles on March 21, 2026

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811 Main Street, Moncton

Winter Fun in Irishtown Nature Park

In Moncton’s north end is Irishtown Nature Park, which is 890 hectares of a winter wonderland. The trails are great for snowshoeing and will take you through diverse ecosystems.

Irishtown Nature Park is home to a diverse ecosystem, which features Acadian forests, marshlands, and a lake. In the winter, wildlife in the park is still around and can be spotted. Birders and wildlife enthusiasts visit the park regularly to see what species are still in the area.
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1155 Elmwood Drive, Moncton

Winter Fun in Centennial Park

Cross-country skiers love Centennial Park because it has Eastern Canada’s longest-lit cross-country ski trails. The trail will take you through fields and forests. The trail can also be used for snowshoeing and winter hiking.

Grab your toboggan and head to Centennial Park. The Park is a popular location for those looking to zoom down a snow-covered hill. Be careful, as there can be many people trying to use the hill at the same time.

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801 St. George Blvd. Moncton

Skate at Place 1604

Come skate to the sound of a wide range of musical genres in an enchanting atmosphere at the Place 1604 refrigerated skating oval. You can also enjoy bonfires, marshmallows and hot chocolate.
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December 5, 2025, to February 27, 2026 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Place 1604, Dieppe

Spend a day at Rotary St-Anselme Park

Head over to the Rotary St-Anselme Park for some fun in the snow! Slide down its toboggan hill, put on on your skates for some fun outdoor skating. Skiing, snowshoeing, and winter walking are other activities to enjoy. You can also check out fat biking here. There’s something for everyone!

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505 Melanson Road, Dieppe

Winter Wonderland Park

Winter Wonderlands don’t just have to be for walking. Riverview’s Winter Wonderland Park is home to an amazing sliding hill that includes a snowboarding component. There is also an outdoor rink to skate on.
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Quinn Count, Riverview

Skating at Mapleton Park

Mapleton Park’s outdoor rink is located behind the Rotary Pavilion. Once the temperatures are cold enough the rink opens.
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600 Mapleton Road, Moncton

Riverfront Park

Run or walk along the banks of the Petitcodiac River. In the winter, parts of the trails are cleared for walkers and runners. Stay on the cleared paths to avoid snow and ice falls.
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110 Assomption Blvd, Moncton

Maple Tours

Enjoy some delectable, sweet treats as you wait for spring at one of the many sugar bushes across New Brunswick. You can tour the forests, see how the clear sap is made into golden maple syrup, try taffy on the snow or stay warm inside a camp and enjoy a maple-themed meal. Details

Poley Mountain

Just a short drive from Moncton is the local favourite, Poley Mountain. Poley Mountain is home to 32 trails, of which 10 are open at night. A visit to Poley Mountain is going to be packed with family fun.
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Poley Mountain Road, Waterford

Jitter Bean Cafe

Warm up with homemade soup, ethnic Korean food or a cup of coffee at Jitter Bean Cafe. The cafe has been serving up great coffee and food for over 6 years. Make sure to try the Lemon Ginger Tea.
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1690 Mountain Road Unit 103, Moncton

Laundromat Expresso Bar

Don’t let the name fool you; this neighbourhood pub is home to one of the largest bottled beer selections in the Maritimes. They also serve up great coffee, expresso, and other warm drink,s along with sandwiches and beef jerky.
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382 Rue St. George Street, Moncton

Riverview Arts Centre

Enjoy contemporary to classical concerts, as well as comedy shows, this winter season at Riverview Arts Centre. Details

400 Whitepine Road, Riverview

Little Louis Oyster Bar & Fine Cuisine

At Little Louis Oyster Bar & Fine Cuisine, Chef Pierre A Richard creates many splendid seasonal dishes for your enjoyment. These sensational dishes are paired with exemplary grapes and vintages. Over the years, the spectacular teamwork and artistry at Little Louis have resulted in the restaurant being awarded the ‘Four Diamond Restaurant’ status by AAA/CAA.
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245 Collishaw St. 2nd Floor, Moncton

The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse

The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse is a place where you can get large portions of great pub grub at a reasonable price and listen to local talent. They also have an extensive vegetarian and gluten-free options. Come into the Celtic Heart of the Maritimes where the beer is cold and the hospitality is warm.
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751 Main St, Moncton

Mystery Moncton Escape Rooms

How good are your problem-solving skills? Put your skills to the test and see if you can find the key in time at Mystery Moncton Escape Room. They have three themed rooms that you can challenge your family and friends to.
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94 Lewisville Road, Moncton

Resurgo Place

Home to the Moncton Museum, Transportation Discovery Centre and space for travelling exhibits, Resurgo Place is an excellent place to spend a snow day at.
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20 Mountain Road, Moncton

DIY Studio

Warm up with a hot beverage and spend some time inside with family or friends at the DIY Studio. Unplug while having fun. There are hundreds of pieces to pick from and over 75 paint colours for you to create a masterpiece with.
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24 Mountain Road, Moncton

Bowlarama

Gather up the family or your friends on a snow day and get ready for a day of fun bowling. Bowlarama offers both bowling and arcade games to keep everyone entertained while snow is falling. Sometimes they will have cosmic bowling days for a glowing time.
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476 Rue Gauvin, Dieppe

Sky Zone Moncton

Bounce away the extra energy you have from spending a whole snow day inside. Sky Zone Moncton is Atlantic Canada’s largest indoor play space, so you can spend the whole day inside without being bored. There is no age limit as they offer activities for everyone.
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40 Champlain Street, Dieppe

Relax & Rejuvenate

Reconnect with yourself and relax after the holiday season. The Namaste Spa offers pampering services to energize your body and soul. An excellent treat during the cold winter. 31 Botsford Street, Moncton Details
A modern spin on the classic spa experience, Soflo & Co SalonSpa offers both salon and spa treatments under one roof. Sir back and relax as talented estheticians pamper you. 1688 Mountain Road, Moncton Details
Escape the cold and the hustle of the city at USVA spa. The spa is just a 10-minute drive from downtown Moncton. The spa treatments are inspired by a Nordic ritual dating back 200 years, which involves alternating between heat and cold. 774 Front Mountain Road, Moncton. Details