Summer’s in full swing in the Fredericton Capital Region, and this weekend has a little bit of everything — sports, art, live music, a powwow, a pride festival, and even dinosaurs under the stars. Here’s your full rundown.
Fierté Fredericton Pride Parade & Festival
Saturday, July 11 · Officers’ Square The city’s Pride celebration takes over Officers’ Square with a parade and festival celebrating the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. A great one for the whole family.
Welamukotuk (Oromocto First Nation) Powwow
Friday, July 10 – Sunday, July 12 · Powwow Grounds, 32 Hiawatha Avenue A three-day gathering featuring traditional drumming, dancing, and regalia. One of the region’s most vibrant cultural events of the summer.
Explore NB Open Golf Tournament
Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12 · Mactaquac Golf Course New Brunswick’s premier golf tournament wraps up this weekend, bringing top talent from across the province to Mactaquac.
Victorian Summer Party
Saturday, July 11 – Sunday, July 12 · Kings Landing Step back in time at Kings Landing for a weekend of 19th-century-style festivities, games, and demonstrations.
Fredericton Royals vs. Moncton
Friday, July 10 · Royals Field Catch some local baseball as the Royals take on Moncton.
Movies in the Park – Jurassic Park
Friday, July 10 · Tiny Trails, 164 New England Road An outdoor screening of the classic under the summer sky — pack a blanket and some snacks.
Under the Stars Film Series – Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance
Friday, July 10 · Historic Garrison District · Free A free outdoor screening in the Garrison District as part of the summer film series, pairing nicely with the Pride weekend theme.
Annual Grand Lake JDI Fishing Derby
Saturday, July 11 · Chipman Marina Head out to Grand Lake for a day of casting lines and friendly competition.
The Market @ Nove’s Place
Friday, July 10 · Nove’s Place, 1409 Bridge Drive Local vendors, crafts, and treats — a nice low-key stop to kick off the weekend.
Danielle Hogan: Brief Infinity
Friday, July 10 · UNB Art Centre, 9 Bailey Drive · Free A free art exhibit opening at the UNB Art Centre.
Still Running
A few longer-running events overlap with the weekend too:
- Guided Heritage Walking Tours (free) — through July 11, starting at Barracks’ Square
- Fowl Extravagance — Gallery 78’s solo exhibit runs through July 11
- Beaverbrook Art Gallery Exhibits — ongoing all year at 703 Queen Street
Whether you’re in the mood for a parade, a powwow, a ball game, or a picnic-blanket movie night, Fredericton has it covered this weekend. Get out and enjoy the sunshine!
