Crisp winter air, clear skies, and falling snow make the winter season an excellent time to explore the Greater 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.
Vanitas by the Sea
Vanitas by the Sea / Vanitas par la mer (2020-2021) features nine mixed media works on gallery style wood panels that continue Barbara Safran de Niverville’s exploration of the troubled relationship between humanity and the natural world. Inspired by neglected land and shorelines, traces of human activity emerge within the chaos of uncultivated growth, as beauty and decline intermingle. The precise detail of these works reflects a new interpretation of Vanitas still life paintings popular during the Baroque era in Europe. Dark backgrounds bring delicate structures into sharp focus and suggest the mystery and resistance of wild plants in weakened environments. Details
January 17, 2024 | 5:00 PM
Capitol Theatre, 811 Main Street, 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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December 1-4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-23, 26-31 and January 1-6
Magnetic Hill Zoo, 125 Magic Mountain Road, Moncton
Flip Burger Fest
This is your chance to try out all kinds burgers including some insanely stacked burgers! Over 54 restaurants across Moncton will be participating in the Fest.
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January 12 – 28, 2024
Participating restaurants, Moncton
HubCap Comedy Festival
Loose 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 24 to February 3, 2024
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 49th annual Riverview Winter Carnival with a spectacular fireworks display at 7 p.m.! From 6:30-7:30 p.m. there is so much to enjoy in the park.
February 2 – 11, 2024
Snowshoe “Poker” ramble
Join Farmer Brown’s for our third annual Snowshoe “Poker” ramble in the woods as part of the Town of Riverview’s Winter Carnival. Plan for an afternoon outdoors enjoying all that the region has to offer.
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Saturday February 10, 2024 | 10:00: AM – 4:00 PM
Farmer Brown’s Greenhouse, 371 Osborne Corner Road, Hillsborough Parish
Family Fun Day
Enjoy a great day of making special winter memories in the country! Guests are invited to visit the farm to roast a “s’more”, enjoy a wood oven pizza, toboggan the hills (BYOS- Bring Your Own Sled), snowshoe our trails and take part in authentic farm-to-table foods. Visit the activity tent for face painting, crafts, cookie decorating, snacks and more!
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Sunday February 11, 2024 | 10:00: AM – 4:00 PM
Farmer Brown’s Greenhouse, 371 Osborne Corner Road, Hillsborough Parish
Moncton Spirits Festival
It’s time for Spirit lovers to gather! At the Moncton Spirits Festival, taste and sample over `50+ spirits and creations.
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February 16 – 17 2024
Delta Beausejour, Moncton
Headliner Artists in Moncton
Visit Casino New Brunswick to enjoy live shows by touring artists!
Highlights this season include: Letterkenny, The Legendary Life of Tom Petty featuring Clayton Bellamy, Mini Pop Kids, Alan Doyle, April Wine, and many more! Details
Winter Fun in Irishtown Nature Park
Irishtown Nature Park is home to a diverse ecosystems, 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 for having 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.
801 St. George Blvd. Moncton
Skate at Place 1604
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December 1, 2023 to March 1, 2024, 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!
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
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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 located 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 favorite, Poley Mountain. Poley Mountain is home to 32 trails, which 10 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
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 Harlem Gospel Choir, The Pack Drumline, Whitehorse, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Symphonic Jazz with Joel Miller, Flip Fabrique, David Myles, William Prince, and many more. Details
811 Main Street, Moncton
Laundromat Expresso Bar
Don’t let the name fool, this neighbourhood pub is home to one of the largest bottled beer selection in the Maritimes. They also serve up great coffee, expresso, and other warm drinks 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
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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 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. Some times 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