Celebrating Our Diversity
Upcoming events.
This calendar includes both internal (CRIN) events as well as partner and stakeholder events that support cultural diversity across the region. If you are interested in submitting your event for consideration, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
Submit your own event for consideration to be added to our events calendar. Please note that not all submitted events will be added.
Still Here Emancipation Celebration
Four Days of Celebration
From powerful performances to community gatherings, each day offers unique experiences.
BLACK: Beyond the Archives
BLACK: Beyond the Archives
An academic conference exploring Black loyalist history in New Brunswick through multiple lenses, archival methodology, literature, community knowledge, and artistic expression.
Registration Deadline
June 30th, 2026
New Brunswick Day at Kings Landing
New Brunswick Day at Kings Landing
Aug 3 2026, All day
Kings Landing, 5804 Route 102, Fredericton(Opens in a new window)
Free admission all day. Celebrate New Brunswick’s story at the place that keeps it alive.
NB Summer Music Festival
Free Officers' Square Summer Concert Series – NB Summer Music Festival
Aug 5 2026, 7:00
Officers' Square, 575 Queen Street, Fredericton (Opens in a new window)
Experience the City of Fredericton’s free summer concert series this summer in the historic backdrop of Officers’ Square within the Garrison District! Taking place every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7pm featuring a variety of local performances and travelling artists.
Gather your friends, bring a lawn chair, and enjoy the free live music. Plus, don't miss out on the Garrison Tasting Room featuring local craft brews and ciders.
Questions about a concert? Please call our Visitor Information Centre at 506-460-2129.
Guided Heritage Walking Tours
Take a FREE lively walking tour of Fredericton, with a historically-costumed guide leading the way! You will be entertained with local history and folklore on a free walking tour of downtown Fredericton's historic sites.
See the Historic Garrison District, the Old Public Burial Ground, the Provincial Legislative Building, and former homes of some famous Frederictonians.
Tours are offered twice daily from July 2 to September 6, 2026 at the following times:
10am: Departing from the Guardhouse in Barracks Square (15 Carleton Street) and ending at Christ Church Cathedral (Sunday-Friday). On Saturday, the tour departs from Barracks Square and ends at the Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market.
2:30pm: Departing from Guardhouse in Barracks Square (15 Carleton Street) and ending at the Legislative Assembly Building.
Two guides will provide one English-speaking and one French-speaking tour at each of these times.
Festival on the Bend 2026
For over 50 years, Festival on the Bend has been a highlight of summer in Nackawic! Plan to attend this community festival from Sunday, August 9 to Saturday, August 15.
For more information, click here
Chariot Fest 2026 | Parade
Join us at Chariot Fest 2026 for a fun parade, vibrant culture, and a free veggie feast!
Chariot Fest Fredericton 2026 is a vibrant cultural festival that brings the community together for a full day of music, food, and celebration.
The event begins in downtown Fredericton with a grand chariot parade starting from Carleton Street, where participants gather to decorate a 35 ft chariot before it moves through the city. The celebration continues at the Fredericton Capital Exhibit Centre with cultural performances, live music, and interactive activities for all ages.
You can enjoy a variety of experiences:
Cultural dance and music performances
Live kirtan and stage programs
Kids activities and family friendly entertainment
Artisan and cultural bazaar
Free vegetarian feast served to all attendees
This event is free and open to everyone. It welcomes people from all backgrounds to experience a joyful celebration of culture, community, and togetherness.
Join us for a unique day in Fredericton that combines tradition, creativity, and community spirit.
PST Cybersecurity Summit 2026
PST Cybersecurity Summit 2026
Cybersecurity is shaping the future of business, government, and innovation. Join us on August 20, 2026, at the Fredericton Convention Centre for the PST Cybersecurity Summit 2026, a full-day event bringing together leading voices from government, industry, academia, and research.
Hear from speakers and panelists representing the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, Public Safety Canada, the Department of National Defence, Canadian Armed Forces Cyber Command, Scotiabank, TD Bank, Mastercard, Rogers Communications & Rogers Bank, Loblaw Companies Limited, ADGA Group, the National Research Council Canada (NRC), Amazon Web Services (AWS), the Technical University of Darmstadt (Germany), the University of New South Wales (Australia), and the Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity (CIC).
Whether you're a business leader, cybersecurity professional, researcher, policymaker, educator, or student, this Summit offers valuable insights, meaningful networking opportunities, and discussions on the future of cybersecurity.
Register today: https://cybersecuritysummit.pstnet.ca/
Stanley Fair 2026
Stanley Fair is the longest continuously running Agricultural Fair in North America, celebrating it's 176th Anniversary this year with the ever popular music line up, horse haul, children's activities, wrestling show and the inaugural Stanley Fair Farmers Olympics! Come join us to celebrate our 176th Anniversary!
For more information, click here
Summer Soulsa 2026
Downtown Fredericton comes alive with Atlantic Canada's biggest Afro Caribbean, Latin and African music festival. Join the biggest carnival in Atlantic Canada with a parade downtown, and experience performances and vibes from guest DJs, artists and bands from far and near. Invite and share with friends and family.
For more information, click here!
Dance Workshop (African, Caribbean & Latin) - The Music Circle
Join Kay Love and Nandi Yard - our social media influencers - at our African, Caribbean & Latin dance workshops for all ages.
Bilijk Powwow 2026
Bilijk Powwow 2026
Sep 11 – 13 2026, All day
Bilijk Powwow Grounds 729 Church Street, Kingsclear First Nation (Opens in a new window)
Take part in this vibrant celebration along the bank of the Wolastoq! Featuring a rich variety of activities, performances, and ceremonies that highlight the heritage and spirit of the Wolastoqiyik people, this event brings together the community and visitors to honour cultural traditions.
For more information, click here(Opens in a new window).
United Colors of Fashion – Fall Fashion Festival
The UCOF Fall Fashion Festival is a dynamic celebration of culture, fashion, and storytelling taking place in Dieppe, Fredericton and Saint John, New Brunswick this September, and Halifax in October.
The 2026 show theme, From Roots to Runway: Designing Belonging, was chosen to highlight inclusion and community building. Through vibrant runway showcases, youth-led performances, music, and art, the festival explores how our heritage, migration journeys, and personal stories weave together to shape identity. From the clothes we wear to the traditions we honour, each layer tells a powerful story — and this event brings those stories to life.
MCAF - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Presentation
MCAF - National Day For Truth & Reconciliation Presentation
By Multicultural Association of Fredericton
NB Afro Fest 2026
Join in the ultimate celebration of African culture at NB Afro Fest 2026! Kick off the weekend on Friday night at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery for a Meet and Greet. Take in a full day of celebrations on Saturday in Officer's Square.
The New Brunswick African Festival (NB Afro Fest) is a community celebration that showcases the richness and diversity of African cultures in New Brunswick through music, dance, food, art, and cultural experiences. The festival brings together African and broader multicultural communities to share traditions, support artists, and promote cultural understanding, while creating space for connection, education, and celebration through performances, vendors, and community activities. NB Afro Fest include live entertainment, cultural showcases, and social gatherings that highlight African heritage and contribute to the growing diversity and cultural vibrancy of the province.
For more information, click here
Black Voice: Speak. Heal. Rise. A restorative support gathering - Fredericton
Speak, Heal & Rise is a restorative space for Black people who have experienced emotional, psychological, physical, or spiritual distress.
Join Speak, Heal & Rise, a restorative support gathering, created with and for Black people who have experienced the many forms of distress. This is your space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and with others like you.
Rooted in the Sankofa Ubuntu Framework, our community circles bring people together through storytelling, guided conversation, and shared reflection. Here, your lived experience is honored, your voice matters, and your healing journey is fostered with collective care.
Start your journey to healing, thriving, and rising together as a community.
New Brunswick Highland Games Festival 2026
The New Brunswick Highland Games Festival brings the sights, sounds, and spirit of Scotland to the heart of New Brunswick. Celebrate with thrilling bagpipe and drum competitions, world-class Highland dancing, heavy events that showcase incredible strength, and a full weekend of Celtic music and culture. From learning about Scottish and Celtic heritage through workshops and genealogy groups, to family friendly activities, amazing food and drink, and traditional Scottish hospitality, the NB Highland Games festival are a can't miss tradition in the Fredericton Capital Region!
Free Officers' Square Summer Concert Series – Fredericton Society of Saint Andrew Pipe Band
Experience the City of Fredericton’s free summer concert series this summer in the historic backdrop of Officers’ Square within the Garrison District! Taking place every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7pm featuring a variety of local performances and travelling artists.
Gather your friends, bring a lawn chair, and enjoy the free live music. Plus, don't miss out on the Garrison Tasting Room featuring local craft brews and ciders.
Questions about a concert? Please call our Visitor Information Centre at 506-460-2129.
Pride Roller Night
Join Sunshine Rollers at their Pride Roller Disco! This fun-filled unforgettable celebration has something for everyone!
Fierté Fredericton Pride Parade & Festival 2026
Celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community at the 2026 Fierté Fredericton Pride Parade! The parade will start at Officer's Square and make its way along Queen Street.
After the parade be sure to check out the Pride Week Kick Off Party back in Officer's Square with face painting, live music, family-friendly drag performances, as well as community booths!
Welamukotuk (Oromocto First Nation) Powwow
Come out and support the Oromocto First Nation Powwow. Enjoy over 40 vendors, dancing, drumming and singing. Everyone is welcome!
Canada Day - New Maryland 2026
The Village of New Maryland, New Brunswick, will celebrate Canada Day 2026 with an afternoon of community spirit, family fun, and patriotic pride. Taking place on Wednesday, July 1, from 1pm to 3pm at the New Maryland Centre, the celebration will feature a community BBQ, live music, and a variety of activities for all ages. Residents and visitors are invited to gather with family, friends, and neighbours to enjoy the festivities and celebrate Canada’s birthday in a welcoming and festive atmosphere.
Canada Day - Oromocto 2026
In 2026, the town of Oromocto, New Brunswick, will celebrate Canada Day with a full day of family-friendly festivities at Sir Douglas Hazen Park. Beginning at 11am on July 1, residents and visitors can enjoy activities, midway rides, vendors, and live entertainment, along with the annual Canada Day parade in support of the Oromocto Food Bank, encouraging attendees to bring non-perishable donations. Official Canada Day ceremonies will begin at 12:30pm, followed by a lineup of local musical entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening, featuring performances by Acoustic Rewind, The Town Cats, The Wise Guys, and The Mix with Carlin Fraser. The celebration will conclude with a fireworks display at dusk, bringing the community together to celebrate Canada’s birthday.
Canada Day at Kings Landing
Celebrate Canada Day the way it was meant to be: outdoors, together, and surrounded by the history and traditions that built this country.
Canada Day - Tracy 2026
Join us in Tracy for a full day of Canada Day fun, beginning with a lively parade and continuing with great entertainment, music, free games for kids, and an all-day BBQ the whole family can enjoy. It’s a celebration packed with community spirit, delicious food, and activities for all ages, topped off with one of the best fireworks shows around which will be even bigger and better this year!
Canada Day - Fredericton 2026
Celebrate Canada Day in New Brunswick’s capital city!
Visit Downtown Fredericton for a day of FREE family fun and entertainment! Explore activities including bouncy castles, art activities, live music and more in the Historic Garrison District.
World Cup Watch Party: Colombia vs Portugal
FIFA World Cup watch party: Colombia vs Portugal at Willie O’Ree Place!
Join us as we partner with Capital Region Integration Network and My Ignite to cheer on the world’s best teams together. Bring your friends, family, and team spirit everyone is welcome.
Come be part of the excitement with a big screen viewing and celebrate the beautiful game with your community!
Cultural Expressions Festival 2026
A lively celebration of cultural diversity and unity awaits you at the Festival of Cultural Expressions on June 27, 2026! Join the Fredericton Multicultural Association and many ethnocultural groups for an unforgettable day of music, dance, food and energetic performances from around the world. This spectacular event is your chance to immerse yourself in different cultures, connect with the community and discover the richness of global traditions. Don't miss this wonderful celebration of unity and diversity!
Oromocto Pioneer Days 2026
Celebrate Oromocto Pioneer Days and Canada Day with entertainment, midway, games, youth activities, food vendors, bingo, pubs, Canada Day parade, fireworks, plus much more!
Family Fun Days – Minto
Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the season at Grand Lake Family Fun Days, a weekend packed with activities, entertainment, and community pride leading into Canada Day festivities.
Ignite Your - Network Pride, Culture & Community
New to the Capital Region? Join us for inspiring stories on diversity, inclusion, and community while connecting with fellow residents.
Calling all new residents of the Capital Region of New Brunswick! Join us for Ignite Your Network, where we’ll be celebrating diversity and inclusion in our community. In recognition of Canadian Multicultural Day, Pride Month, and National Indigenous History Month, we are delighted to welcome speakers who will share their perspectives on culture, identity, and reconciliation.
Come connect with others, expand your network, and enjoy an evening of engaging conversation, light refreshments, and community spirit as we celebrate what makes our community inclusive and welcoming.
Multicultural Performances & Info Booth
Visit the Cultural Expressions Festival information booth at the Garrison Night Market to learn all about this year’s festival, happening on June 27th at Officers' Square!
In collaboration with local ethno-cultural groups, we’ll be organizing multicultural performances throughout the evening—adding music, dance, and vibrant cultural expression to the Garrison Night Market.
Performances will take place from 5:15 to 6:45 PM
River Rhythms: A Wabanaki Celebration of Art and Music
Experience the City of Fredericton’s free summer concert series this summer in the historic backdrop of Officers’ Square within the Garrison District! Taking place every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7pm featuring a variety of local performances and travelling artists.
Living Library: Stories we Carry: Building Unity in Diversity
Join us for Living Library, where real people become “living books,” sharing their remarkable stories through one-on-one, 20-minute conversations.
This year’s theme, "Stories we Carry: Building Unity in Diversity" invites you to explore powerful personal journeys from individuals of diverse backgrounds who have helped shape our community through courage, culture, and connection.
These stories reflect the lived experiences of people who have bridged cultures, overcome challenges, and found belonging in new places. Through open dialogue and storytelling, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the resilience and richness within our community.
Come engage, listen, and learn. Each conversation is a step toward greater empathy, inclusion, and mutual respect.
MCAF Antiracism Community Conversation:2026
Anti-racism Community Conversation
Join a community conversation on anti-racism in schools. Explore solutions for inclusive, welcoming schools where everyone belongs.
Join us for an engaging community conversation on anti-racism in schools, as part of Cultural Expressions Festival 2026.
Themed “Anti-Racism in Schools: Building Unity in Diversity” this important event seeks to provide a safe space for dialogue, mutual learning and meaningful engagement, aimed at developing practical community-driven solutions.Join students, educators, parents/carers, policy makers, community members and advocates to explore avenues to achieve our vision of truly inclusive schools where everyone belongs.
FREE Admission!
This event is organized by the Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc., in collaboration with the City of Fredericton, Ignite, Capital Region Integration Network
Filipino Cultural Gala: Roots And Horizons
June is Philippine Heritage Month, and this year marks the 11th Cultural Gala! This annual celebration is a wonderful occasion for us to come together and honor the rich tapestry of our culture. The theme for this year's event is “Roots and Horizon: Our Shared Heritage, Our Collective Future.”
Through music and cultural dance, we aim to unite generations—both young and old—who contribute to shaping a collective future for years to come. We have planned an array of performances that highlight various aspects of our culture, allowing everyone to experience the vibrancy and diversity that we have to offer. The performers will include local artists who have dedicated their time to preserving our traditions, as well as younger talents who are drawing inspiration from our history to create modern expressions of art.
World Cup Watch Party: Germany vs Ivory Coast
FIFA World Cup watch party: Germany vs Ivory Coast at Willie O’Ree Place!
Join us as we partner with Capital Region Integration Network and My Ignite to cheer on the world’s best teams together. Bring your friends, family, and team spirit everyone is welcome.
Come be part of the excitement with a big screen viewing and celebrate the beautiful game with your community!
Sitansisk (St. Mary's First Nation) Annual Powwow 2026
Sitansisk (St. Mary's First Nation) Annual Powwow 2026
Jun 19 – 21 2026, All day
Come hear the drum beat of Mother Earth on June 19, 20, & 21 2026 at St Mary's Old Reserve (510 Union Street) and listen to the voices of the ancestors of the Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people as they share their culture through music, dance and traditional ceremonies.
World Cup Watch Party: Canada vs Qatar
FIFA World Cup watch party: Canada vs Qatar at Willie O’Ree Place!
Join us as we partner with Capital Region Integration Network and My Ignite to cheer on the world’s best teams together. Bring your friends, family, and team spirit everyone is welcome.
Come be part of the excitement with a big screen viewing and celebrate the beautiful game with your community!
Black Business Initiative Networking Event at Planet Hatch
Networking event, in partnership with Futurpreneurs, at the Planet Hatch offices. The purpose of this event is to connect entrepreneurs and individuals aspiring to become entrepreneurs with nonprofit organizations such as ours and our partner Futurpreneurs, in order to learn more about our respective support programs. It will also provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect with one another and explore potential collaboration opportunities.
World Cup Watch Party: Brazil vs Morocco
FIFA World Cup watch party: Brazil vs Morocco at Willie O’Ree Place!
Join us as we partner with Capital Region Integration Network and My Ignite to cheer on the world’s best teams together. Bring your friends, family, and team spirit everyone is welcome.
Come be part of the excitement with a big screen viewing and celebrate the beautiful game with your community!
Afro Hip Hop Dance Workshop for Kids
Are you ready to move, groove and have fun at the library?
Do you want to express yourself through dance?
Join us this June for an exciting 2-week afro hip-hop dance workshop with our experienced instructor Scholastic Soares. Learn cool African dance moves with a blend of hip-hop. Dance to energetic afrobeat music.
Limited spots available. Register now!!!
When: Saturday, June 13 and June 20, 11:30am
Where: Fredericton Public Library
For: Kids ages 6-12 years
Register: Call 506-460-2806 or email EnfantsBiblioFrederictonLibraryChildrens@gnb.ca
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Êtes-vous prêt à bouger, à vous déhancher et à vous amuser à la bibliothèque ? Avez-vous envie de vous exprimer à travers la danse ?
Rejoignez-nous en juin pour un atelier passionnant de danse afro-hip-hop de deux semaines, animé par notre professeur expérimentée, Scholastic Soares. Apprenez des pas de danse africains sympas, mêlés à des éléments de hip-hop. Dansez sur une musique afrobeat pleine d'énergie.
Les places sont limitées. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant !!!
Quand : les samedis 13 et 20 juin, à 11 h 30
Où : Bibliothèque publique de Fredericton
Pour : les enfants âgés de 6 à 12 ans
Inscription : appelez le 506-460-2806 ou envoyez un courriel à EnfantsBiblioFrederictonLibraryChildrens@gnb.ca
First Annual Wolastoq Music Fest
Celebrate Wolastoq Treaty Day at Wolastoq Music Fest
Join us June 4–6, 2026 at Wolastoq Casino for a full weekend of live music featuring The Hypochondriacs, The Hello Crows, Kylie Fox, Downtown Blues Band, The Mix (feat. Carlin Fraser), Muskrat Singers & Dancers, ABBA Tribute, and more.
Enjoy great music, food trucks, local crafters, and a free casino shuttle, all in one place.
Passes:
• Thurs & Fri (2-Day) $40
• Saturday $40
• Weekend $60
(506) 462-9300 or visit Wolastoq Casino for tickets.
Fredericton Park And Trails Day 2026
The Fredericton Trails Coalition will host the 2026 Parks & Trails Day to celebrate and promote our City’s Trails and Greenspaces.
First Annual Wolastoq Music Fest
Celebrate Wolastoq Treaty Day at Wolastoq Music Fest
Join us June 4–6, 2026 at Wolastoq Casino for a full weekend of live music featuring The Hypochondriacs, The Hello Crows, Kylie Fox, Downtown Blues Band, The Mix (feat. Carlin Fraser), Muskrat Singers & Dancers, ABBA Tribute, and more.
Enjoy great music, food trucks, local crafters, and a free casino shuttle, all in one place.
Passes:
• Thurs & Fri (2-Day) $40
• Saturday $40
• Weekend $60
(506) 462-9300 or visit Wolastoq Casino for tickets.