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.
Fall Festival of Colours
🍂❤️ Come Be Part of Our Fall Festival of Colours ❤️🍂
There’s nothing better than a beautiful fall day spent celebrating the people, talents, and small businesses that make our community special! 🍁
We’re inviting local vendors, artisans, makers, bakers, and creators to join us for our Fall Festival of Colours - a fun-filled day bringing neighbours together to enjoy autumn, family activities, live entertainment, and all the wonderful things our community has to offer.
Share your passion, showcase your creations, and connect with friends, families, and festival-goers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. 🌻
MCAF Halloween Party
MCAF Halloween Party
Celebrate Halloween with MCAF! 🎃 Join the community for a fun-filled celebration with festive activities, costumes, and opportunities to connect with friends, neighbours, and community members. Come dressed up and ready for some Halloween fun!
ARTrepreneurship on the Wolastoq: Indigenous Art & Business Symposium
ARTrepreneurship on the Wolastoq: Indigenous Art & Business Symposium
Registration for JEDI’s & Monster House Publishing the ARTrepreneurship on the Wolastoq: Indigenous Art & Business Symposium is now open.
This event is free and open to any indigenous creative, whether you are a traditional craft maker, beader, performer, traditional dancer/singer, musician, digital artist, painter, or any other creative profession that are seeking new tools, skills, & network to help strengthen & support self-sustainable businesses.
Tickets are FREE, and travel support is available for indigenous attendees within New Brunswick.
Contact: Laura.Englehart@jedinb.ca for more information on travel support.
We look forward to welcoming you in November!
If you have already registered previously, you will need to register again with the new link. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Business Acquisition in the Capital Region: The Moment, the Myths, and the Models
When most people picture business ownership they picture the hustle of a startup - taking the seed of an idea and testing it, financing it, building the systems for it, finding the customers, surviving and scaling. But there's a second, often-overlooked path. Buying a business that's already running, with customers, staff, and cash flow already in place from day one, and then growing from there as the new owner.
That path is particularly worth considering right now as a wave of established businesses across the Capital Region approach a turning point. A growing share of New Brunswick business owners plan to sell or transfer ownership within the next decade, and many plan to do so within the next five years. That's a real opportunity for the right buyer and a real opportunity to keep those businesses, services, assets, and jobs here in our community - could it be you?
In this 90-minute session, we'll unpack why this moment is real, bust common myths that hold people back from considering acquisition, and walk through a practical roadmap for how the process could work from first steps to closing a deal. Whether you're actively exploring a business acquisition or just curious about an alternative to starting from scratch, you'll leave with a clear framework and real local resources to take the next step.
Register here to save your spot!
Innovate NB
Celebrate the people, ideas and innovations shaping New Brunswick’s future at the 2026 InnovateNB Awards in Fredericton.
New Brunswick innovation takes centre stage.
InnovateNB Awards returns to Fredericton on November 26, 2026, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, government, researchers and changemakers from across the province for an evening dedicated to celebrating New Brunswick innovation.
Now in its fifth year, InnovateNB Awards has become a cornerstone event on the province's innovation calendar, with multiple sold-out celebrations and more than 1,400 attendees since its launch in 2022.
Join hundreds of leaders from across New Brunswick's innovation ecosystem for an evening of recognizing the people, organizations and made-in-New-Brunswick solutions helping move our province forward.
What to Expect
An evening celebrating innovation from across New Brunswick
Networking Cocktail hour prior to the awards
Three course meal
The presentation of the 2026 InnovateNB Awards
Keynote address
Opportunities to connect with leaders from business, technology, government, research and New Brunswick's broader innovation ecosystem
Event Details
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Cocktail Reception: 5:00 PM
Awards Program: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Fredericton Convention Centre
Come celebrate what New Brunswick is creating — and the people making it happen.
YAMATO, Drummers of Japan
YAMATO, Drummers of Japan
Forty taiko drums fill the room with “physical music.” One of them, the Odaiko, is a 500-kilogram giant carved from a 400-year-old tree. Imagine its deep resonance anchoring the entire performance.
YAMATO is a world-renowned Japanese Taiko drumming group. They've performed more than 4,500 shows in 55 countries. Now, they bring that power to a world tour with one special stop in Canada.
On stage, you’ll see drums of every size and performers who have trained their bodies to the absolute limit. It’s physical, precise, and explosive.
The result is a shared moment where everyone feels alive—the kind of show where grandparents and grandchildren sit side by side, completely absorbed.
Direct from Japan. One night only. Bring everyone.
All Hallows' Eve Open House
All Hallows' Eve Open House
Get your witch on and stay for a spell at Hunter House. Be ready to see lots of Fall and Halloween themed products. From soaps to candles, bath bombs to wax melts, it is going to be a spooktacular time.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for this amazing Open House!
For more information, click here.
Freddy Garba Night 2026
A night of endless celebration, this cultural experience brings together traditional dance, amazing food and live music! Garba is a community dance celebration that is part of the Indian festival of Navratri. Freddy Garba Night will be an event for all ages and backgrounds to dance/garba to a live band and we will also have food stalls with delicious Indian cuisines.
Fall Festival of Colours
🍂❤️ Come Be Part of Our Fall Festival of Colours ❤️🍂
There’s nothing better than a beautiful fall day spent celebrating the people, talents, and small businesses that make our community special! 🍁
We’re inviting local vendors, artisans, makers, bakers, and creators to join us for our Fall Festival of Colours - a fun-filled day bringing neighbours together to enjoy autumn, family activities, live entertainment, and all the wonderful things our community has to offer.
Share your passion, showcase your creations, and connect with friends, families, and festival-goers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. 🌻
Under One Sky Friendship Centre Open House
Under One Sky is celebrating the opening of their new Friendship Centre with an open house, tomorrow October 2 from 9AM-3PM!
Everyone is welcome,
Under One Sky is a registered non-profit organization providing programs and services, educating, advocating for, and empowering a healthy and proud Indigenous community. As a vibrant and caring community hub, our vision is to revitalize, celebrate and embrace all Indigenous peoples and cultures in the spirit of trust, respect and friendship.
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
Taste of Wabanaki
Experience a meaningful dining event with Under One Sky Friendship Centre in Fredericton on Thursday, October 1, from 6–9 pm. Taste of Wabanaki revives ancestral foodways of the Wabanaki people through traditional foods, ecological knowledge, and stories of resilience and reconciliation. The evening also features art, stewardship, music, and dance, offering an immersive celebration of Wolastoqey and L’nu ways of being in the heart of the city.
MCAF - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Presentation
MCAF - National Day For Truth & Reconciliation Presentation
By Multicultural Association of Fredericton
Welcome Expo: Community Connections & Career Fair
Join Ignite’s Welcome Expo on Sept. 14 to connect with careers, community resources, employers, and local opportunities.
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.
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).
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.
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!
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
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.
Acadian Day at The Fredericton Region Museum
Celebrate Acadian Day at the Fredericton Region Museum on August 15 with exclusive guided tours of The Village of Pointe Sainte-Anne, an immersive exhibit exploring the Acadian settlement from 1692 to 1759. Visitors can discover rare artifacts, firsthand stories, folklore, and legends that bring this forgotten chapter of New Brunswick’s past to life, then create a special Acadian-themed DIY souvenir to take home as part of this unique celebration of history, storytelling, and hands-on heritage.
Fredericton célèbre l'Acadie!
Enjoy a variety of activities for the whole family to celebrate the Acadian language, culture and joie de vivre, taking place Saturday, August 15, at Officers' Square.
Family celebration at the Governor's residence
The Honourable Louise Imbeault, OC, ON-B., proud Acadian and Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, invites you to a family celebration at the Governor's residence, located at 51 Woodstock Road (outdoors or indoors in case of rain). Free and open to all.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Still Here Emancipation Celebration
Four Days of Celebration
From powerful performances to community gatherings, each day offers unique experiences.
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.