Festivals and Events Schedule 2010
Daily and Weekly Summer Events
Outdoor Summer Concert Series
Officers’ Square
Tuesday, Thursday evenings 7:30 pm
The Lighthouse
Sunday 3pm, Friday 7:30pm
Starts June 8
Enjoy free outdoor concerts featuring some of New Brunswick's top performers every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday in July and August.
Click here for a schedule.
Changing of the Guard
Officers’ Square
7 days a week at 11am and 4pm (also Tues, TTh evenings a 7pm)
History comes to life in downtown Fredericton with the daily Changing of the Guard. Watch as period dressed guard re-enact a drill ceremony to the beat of a piper and drummer. Maybe you might be selected to “inspect’ the guard? One can only cross their fingers and hope!
Outdoor Summer Theatre (Officers’ Square)
July 1-Labour Day (September 6)
Calithumpians
Mon-Fri 12:15pm
Sat-Sun 2:30 pm
Expect humorous and historical fare for which the company is famous.
Haunted Hike
July –September 4
Monday to Saturday at 9:15 (dusk)
Tours begin at the Coach House (796A Queen Street)
This tour is distinct and exceptional featuring spine tingling frights and funny bone tickling gags. Meet the ghosts of historic figures from Fredericton’s past on a lantern-lit tour through Downtown Fredericton. Its fun for the whole family where you meet several phantom thespians along the trail.
For information and tickets call 457-1975
Guided Heritage Walking Tours
Daily starting July 2nd, departing from City Hall
Costumed guides will entertain you with local history and folklore as they take you on a FREE walking tour of historic downtown Fredericton. Tours are 1 hour long with 3 choices of tours; 10am - The River Route, 2:30pm – The Capital City Circuit, and 5pm – The Garrison Gait.
Under the Stars Classic Movie Series
Barracks Square
Sundays, starting July 4
Join our community for a romantic movie night under the starts in a National Historic Site. Watch Classic films with stars like Bogie and Bacall outdoors on the silver screen.
Click here for a full movie schedule.
Enjoy the show!
Guard House Theatre
July – August
Barracks Square
Interpreters of the Guard House take to the lawn of Barracks Square with lively theatre and songs everyday at 4:30pm, July through August.
For more information call 460-2129
A Day in a Soldier’s Life
The Guardhouse, Barrack’s Square
Mon – Tues, Thurs – Sat 11:15am (French) and 1:15 pm (English)
Now you can be a Guardhouse Soldier too! Enlist and enjoy a 1 hour historical adventure to experience life in a British Garrison first hand. And you even get to go home with your own personal photo! Visit www.tourismfredericton.ca for more information.
Croquet Match
Starts July 1st, 2010
Come and play croquet in Barrack’s Square this summer. Takes place at 3:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August.
YOGA at the Lighthouse Adventure Centre
Wednesdays at 7:00pm – July 7 through August 25
No experience necessary! Please check with the instructor regarding specific health concerns. Bring your own mat or padding. Participation by donation (A regular class costs 15 – 17 $) with all proceeds given to charity. Rain location is Pilates by Garda, 494 Queen Street.
Guided Bike Tours
Wednesday – Sunday starting July 2nd
9:30am and 2:30pm
Hop on a bike and explore downtown Fredericton’s riverside trails. Cycle through a rich tapestry of natural beauty and historic landmarks with your experienced guide.
Interpretive Jewellery Exhibit at Bejewel
Bejewel, a leader in Canadian custom designed jewellery, is part of the Atlantic Economusee network. Visitors can see the process of production both on video and at the on-site studio. Live demonstrations are also available on Thursdays from 10am – 6pm.
www.bejewel.ca, 506-458-2685
Jewellery Class at the Garden of Beadin’
Learn how to make your own jewellery! Specializing in Swarovski Crystals, Zinc Findings and Semi-precious beads. Enroll in our jewellery classes or book a private session. www.gardenofbeadin.ca or call 443-3232
Theatre in a Cup
Theatre in a Cup presents dinner theatre in a quaint downtown café, Trinitea’s Cup Restaurant. Offering a musical comedy performed in the “Maritime Dinner Theatre” style, including a 3 course meal, and coffee or tea. Shows “Don’t Buy Me Love” and “Confessions of a Dinner Theatre” are featured this summer.
www.frederictondinnertheatre.ca
Culture Crawl
Downtown Fredericton
July 8, August 5, September 2
5-8pm
Visit art galleries, fine craft studios and shop of downtown Fredericton during these festive open houses. Take in special tours and demonstrations.
Bricklin – The Musical
Fredericton Playhouse
July 27 – August 15
The Bricklin – a new musical play depicting the story of the Bricklin, the failed automobile manufacturing venture, will take to the back stage of the Playhouse this summer.
For more information visit www.theplayhouse.nb.ca or www.bricklinmusical.ca
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Shop our Unique Markets this summer!
W.W. Boyce Farmers Market
One of Canada’s top 10 markets – Canadian Geographic (2009). Open year round with over 200 vendors. Saturdays from 6am – 1pm
www.boycefarmersmarket.com
Downtown Fredericton Arts Market
July – August
Thursdays from 4-8pm
Next door to the Palate Restaurant and across from the Old Soldiers Barracks on Queen Street.
Carleton Artist Market
Saturdays, 9am – 2pm
Pick up a creation by a local artist or perhaps watch a fine crafted item in progress. Carleton Place and Butternut Lane (King Street)
506-453-1442
Festivals and Events Summer 2010
JUNE 2010
Baroque Music Festival
June 4 – 6
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore the Old and the New in baroque music during this weekend long festival.
For tickets and information visit www.earlymusicfredericton.ca
Maritime CountryFest
June 10-12
Officers’ Square
Under a big top tent, in downtown's Historic Garrison District, Maritime CountryFest features some of the best New Brunswick country music entertainers.
Website: www.maritimecountryfest.com
Yoga Day
June 12
8am to 5pm
Fredericton Yoga teachers will be hosting their 4th annual Yoga Day on Saturday, June 12. This day long event extends to the general public an opportunity to sample various levels and styles of yoga. Because of its increasing popularity, five convenient, core locations will be open at specific times; UNB Dance Studio, STU J B O'Keefe Fitness Centre, Yoga Above Aura, Mazerolle Gallery and Pilates by Garda. Details can be found on poster distributions as well as schedule pick up at Aura Whole Foods, 199 Westmorland St. If you need more information please call Ruth Merrett at 363-2371. 'We warmly invite you to share in a little self and community care'
All donations raised will go towards supporting Changes in downtown Fredericton.
Corvette Show and Shine
June 19th
7am to 3pm
Officers’ Square (parking lot behind the library)
Cultural Expressions Festival
Multicultural Association
June 25 – 26
Officers’ Square
A celebration of cultural diversity. Special activities for families, games, dance lessons, martial arts demonstrations and more! Other special activities include art workshops and storytelling.
For more information visit www.mcaf.nb.ca .
Tribute to the King of Pop
Musical Concert
June 25 and 26
8pm
The Fredericton Playhouse
A two hour extravaganza to honour Michael Jackson will take place on the one year anniversary of his untimely passing. Singers, musicians and major theatrical stage dances will be showcasing his most famous songs in a spectacle looking back on the King of Pop, his music and dance.
July 2010
Canada Day Block Party
July 1st, 2010
Downtown Fredericton
Celebrate Canada’s birthday at the nation’s biggest neighborhood party! It’s a full day of fun in Officers’ Square with activities for the whole family. And don’t miss the riverfront fireworks at dusk!
New Brunswick Highland Games and Cultural Festival
Government House
July 23-25
A fun filled family weekend on the grounds of historic Government House. There’s bagpipes, Celtic music, highland dance, traditional Scottish athletics, food, crafts and more. Don’t miss the Friday concert, special Kids Corner and Souvenir tent. Be a Scot for the weekend!
For more information visit www.highlandgames.ca or call 1-888-368-4444.
The Bricklin Musical
World Premiere
July 30th
Fredericton Playhouse
The Bricklin – a new musical play depicting the story of the Bricklin, the failed automobile manufacturing venture, will take to the back stage of the Playhouse this summer. The show will run for multiple weeks starting July 30th.
For more information visit www.theplayhouse.ca or www.bricklinmusical.ca.
NotaBle Acts Summer Theatre Festival
July 22 – August 2
A showcase of new and innovative theatre by New Brunswick playwrights. The festival features nightly main stage performances by acclaimed dramatists, along with free outdoor street theatre and readings.
For more information visit www.nbacts.com or call 506-458-7406.