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2024 MEGA MARCH BREAK guide to things to do, events, activities, & more in Greater Moncton

Wondering what to do with the kids during March Break in Moncton? We’ve got you! Ideas for outings and activities, free events, skating and swimming times, and SO much more!!

PRO TIP: We update this MEGA GUIDE TO MARCH BREAK as we find more events, so keep checking back! And if you have something to add, let us know. Be sure to click through to the sources for updates before heading out, too! NEW this year: we’ve started a Guide for Fredericton, too!

Speaking of tips, here are a few tips for making March Break run smoothly with younger kids:

  • Try not to over-schedule yourself. Pick one or two activities per day. Make the goal for one morning event, one afternoon or evening event, and focus on that broad sense of time rather than trying to get to somewhere at a specific time on the clock multiples times each day.
  • Remember you need to feed everyone lunch – so involve the kids! Give them ownership of this meal; have them pick out the menu & help them learn to prepare it if they don’t already know how. It’s a great way to spend some time
  • There’s no right or wrong way to do March Break. If your family needs to chill out at home, that’s cool. If you couldn’t get time off work, that’s okay. If you book a staycation or go big on a mega vacation, that’s fantastic. Find delight in the moments spent with family.

This is a long list, so here’s a little Table of Contents to help you out. 🙂

  1. We list special events by day (including things like public skating & swimming times)
  2. Then the attractions that are open
  3. Winter fun ideas in case the weather cooperates 🙂
  4. Then we wrap it up with some craft ideas at the end!

Did you catch us on CBC Information Morning Moncton with Jonna Brewer? You can listen here! You can also listen to our longer podcast version, aired on Rogers TV.

Ready? Let’s go!

WHAT’S HAPPENING FOR MARCH BREAK IN GREATER MONCTON

FRIDAY, MARCH 1

🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Parent & Tots 10am-12pm, K-5 2:15-3:30pm, Gr 6-8 3:30-4:45pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8am-7:45pm
🏊 YMCA Public Swim, $3, 7-8pm
🏀 Ages 12+, $5 drop in, YMCA, 8:15-9:50pm

⛸️ Shediac, 9:30-10:30am
⛸️ Moncton Superior Propane Centre, Parent & Tot, 10-11am
⛸️ Moncton Kay Arena, Parent & Tot, 10:15-11:15am
⛸️ Sackville, 10:15-11:15am, Parent & Tot
⛸️ Sackville, Noon-1pm, Lunch skate
⛸️ Riverview parent & tot 1:30-2:30pm
⛸️ Moncton Kay Arena, public, 3:30-4:30pm
⛸️ Riverview 12 & under, 4-5:15pm
⛸️ Hillsborough, 8:15-9:15pm, $2/person or $5/family

🤸‍♂️ 506 Elite offers a $5 drop-in play session on Fridays & Mondays, 10-11am. All ages welcome; parents must stay. (506 is a great spot if you have a kiddo who wants to twist & tumble; check out their trial program – 4 mix & match classes for $59, ages 5+.)

🎶 It’s the last Fun on Ice party tonight at Dieppe’s Place 1604. Stephen LeBlanc will be spinning pop, rock, & folk tunes for you to enjoy.

🍦 You know we’re BIG ice cream fans here at Pickle Planet, so we’re thrilled to see Bennic is opening for the season today!

⚡SkyZone’s Glow Nights are Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm. Wear white or florescent colours!

🧜‍♀️ There are a smattering of seats remaining for The Little Mermaid at The Capitol. Shows Friday through Sunday, so this is your chance.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2

PAWS for a Cause is a great outing for the animal-loving kiddo! Stop by the animal shelter between 10am & 1pm for lots of fun activities. Bring a t-shirt or a tote bag to create a personalized pet-tastic creation, enjoy balloon animal making, get your face painted, & more! Admission is a donation.

Roland Gauvin & Mr. Crapaud are performing a free concert at the Cormier-Village Cultural and Sports Centre from 2-3pm. 

Boyle Family Farm is open 10am – 4pm (last entry at 3pm), with an indoor petting zoo, wagon rides, & more. They have cows, sheeps, goats, rabbits, geese, peacocks, alpacas, ponies, & more. Entry is $13.05+tax/adult, $8.70+tax/senior, & children two & under are free. There’s also a family rate for up to two adults with two or more children (max. six people) of $43.48+tax. (They also offer day camps & birthday party packages, so this is a great chance to check them out for future planning!)

Have you been to Kredl’s Corner Market in Hampton? It’s a fantastic market – and this Saturday, Lil Bit of Love Mini Farm will be on site with some of their animals from noon until 2pm.

🏒 The Wildcats are hosting the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles tonight.

Sackville Fire & Rescue is hosting a Disney costume skate at the Tantramar Veterans Memorial Civic Centre, 7-9pm. Prizes for the best costume!

There are a smattering of seats remaining for The Little Mermaid at The Capitol’s two shows today.

⛸️ The last Moncton Coliseum skating sessions for the season are today, Parents & Tots from 9:30-10:30am & public 3:45-5:15pm; $2.
⛸️ Moncton Kay Arena, public, 2:30-4pm, $2
⛸️ Hillsborough, 2-3pm
⛸️ Riverview 3:45-5:15pm
⛸️ Dieppe AJL, 6:15-7:15pm
⛸️ Hillsborough, 8-9pm

🏊 Riverview Aquatic Centre offers open swim on Saturdays at 1:35 & 2:40.
🏊 CEPS (UdeM) public swim, 3-4:25, $3
🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has public swims on Saturday at 3:15pm & 6pm. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)
🏊 YMCA Public Swim, $3, 6:30-7:45pm
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Gr 9-12, 5-7pm

The Moncton Public Library always has great programming, both registered & drop in. Today, there’s Zooga – animal-themed yoga aimed at ages 5-12 at 10:30-11am, chess club at 1pm, and D&D for ages 13-18 at 2pm.

⚡SkyZone’s Glow Nights are Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm. Wear white or florescent colours!

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is opening this weekend & throughout March Break. French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

In Shediac, there’s a fun online game for exploring the APASOA trails. Use an online form to fill in clues you find at the trail. There’s a draw for a winner on March 11!

SUNDAY, MARCH 3

This Sunday marks the beginning of the Magnetic Hill Zoo’s March openings. You can visit any Sunday this month! They’re open (weather permitting) 11am – 3pm; many animals will be out and about, you can go inside the Ecodome and the Imaginarium (the squirrel monkeys will be viewable!), there will be crafts & activities, maple products & snacks will be for sale. You can book your tickets online in advance, based on the hour you’ll arrive, but you can stay as long as you like. Entry fee ranges from $5 – $7, and children under two are free. You can buy on site, but the process is quicker if you purchase in advance.

Up for a day trip & wondering what’s happening in the Saint John area for March Break? Check out our friends at Network of Moms on Facebook; they have an epic thread going with ideas!

🏸 Drop in badminton for ages 12-18, $5, YMCA Moncton North, 1-2:45pm
🏊 YMCA Public Swim, $3, 1:30-3pm
🏊 CEPS (UdeM) public swim, 3-4:25, $3
🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has public swimming today at 3:15pm. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)
🐴 Sleigh rides, Dieppe Rotary Park, 1-4pm, $5/person

⛸️ Memramcook, 11:45am-12:45pm
⛸️ Dieppe AJL, 1-2pm
⛸️ Moncton Kay Arena, public, 2:30-4pm, $2
⛸️ Petitcodiac 1pm-2:30pm ($2/skater, free for ages five & under)
⛸️ Sackville public 2:30-3:30pm
⛸️ Shediac, 5:30-6:30pm
⛸️ Hillsborough, 2:15-3:15pm

The one and only Féeli Tout will be at the Centre multifonctionnel in Shediac today at 10:30am! It’s free to join her for stories & fun! (French only event.)

🎶 The Mini Pop Kids are at the Casino today! Show starts at 3pm.

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

Today’s your last chance to see The Little Mermaid at The Capitol.

MONDAY. MARCH 4

MONDAY, MARCH 4

  • Chapters has daily themed events at 1pm this week; today it’s LEGO Magic Kingdom make-and-take castle, a Disney story, & free face painting!
  • Scholar’s Choice has daily themed events, too! Drop in anytime the store is open; today’s topic is character dress up!
  • Mastermind Toys has daily make & takes & brand activities for March Break; these are while supplies last, so if you’re keen, get there early! Today it’s Aquabeads.
  • Toys R Us is on the daily activity train – Monday you can make an Aquabeads bear or unicorn; ages 4+, one per customer, while supplies last. Starting at 1pm.

SkyZone is opening at 10am each day for earlier March Break jumping!

Cineplex’s March Break Movies are back! Tickets range from $3.99 to $5.49+tx. Options include Nimona, PAW Patrol, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Peppa’s Cinema Party, & Trolls Band Together. There are also some regular price movies playing earlier in the day through the week, too, like Migration, Bob Marley, Dune 2, Wonka & more! Check both Dieppe & Trinity, as they have different options & times.

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

The People’s Pavilion in Riverview is hosting the first of three Mini Masters Painting Parties, geared for children 12 & under, at 10am. Cost is $10; pre-registration required.

🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has special March Break public swims at 10am & 2:15pm today. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)

The City of Moncton is hosting several March Break activities:
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Parent & Tots 10am-12pm, K-5 2:15-3:30pm, Gr 6-8 3:30-4:45pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8am-7:45pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 6-7:30pm
🏀 Ages 12+, $5 drop in, YMCA, 6:45-9:50pm
⛸️ Superior Propane Centre: Parents & Tots, $2, 10-11am; public, $2, 3:30-4:30pm
⛸️ Kay Arena: Parents & Tots, $2, 10:15-11:15am
⛸️ Outdoor skating (weather permitting) at Ian Fowler Oval, Mapleton Park, Muskrat Skating Trail, Kaboom Rink
❄️ Half Price equipment rentals for snowshoes, cross country skis, & fat bikes via Centennial Park & Mapleton Park (weather permitting)

Resurgo Place is open Monday for March Break, with extra STEM activities today from 10:30am-12:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm.

Tantramar is promoting several March Break events, including: Dominos at the Drew Nursing Home at 10:30am & sliding at Marshview Middle School (weather permitting) at 1pm.

Foyer Domaine la Vallée in Memramcook is inviting families to come play board games with residents for a fun intergenerational event, 1-3pm.

We spent our Monday chatting with Derek from CTV! Check us out on First at Five!

TUESDAY, MARCH 5
  • Chapters has daily themed events at 1pm this week; today it’s Dog Man Day with reading, crafts, & free facepainting!
  • Mastermind Toys has daily make & takes & brand activities for March Break; these are while supplies last, so if you’re keen, get there early! Today it’s Our Generation accessories.
  • Scholar’s Choice has daily themed events, too! Drop in anytime the store is open; today’s topic is board games – and pro tip, SC is one of the BEST places around to look for kids’ board games!
  • Toys R Us daily activity takes place starting at 1pm. Today you can make food-themed clay creations (ages 6+) or enjoy a transportation themed sticker activity (ages 3+).

The Salisbury Public Library will be hosting a LEGO stamp art session at 10:30am.

The Moncton Public Library always has great programming, both registered & drop in. Today, there’s a visit with Brilliant Labs at 10:30am for ages 7-12, a puppet show featuring the works of Jon Klassen at 2:30pm, and a paint night for ages 13+ at 5pm.

Cineplex’s March Break Movies are back! Tickets range from $3.99 to $5.49+tx. Options include Nimona, PAW Patrol, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Peppa’s Cinema Party, & Trolls Band Together. There are also some regular price movies playing earlier in the day through the week, too, like Migration, Bob Marley, Dune 2, Wonka & more! Check both Dieppe & Trinity, as they have different options & times.

SkyZone is opening at 10am each day for earlier March Break jumping — and this afternoon from 2-3pm members of the Wildcats will be stopping by!

TH’ Twig Tools for Hope is holding two Mandala workshops at The Clayspace; Grades 1-6 in the morning, Grades 7-12 in the afternoon. Youth will work with paint to create their own personal Mandala; cost is $30. Spaces are limited; email info@auroraoffice.ca to reserve.

The Comic Hunter is holding a Learn to Play Catan: Starfarers Duel session tonight, 6-8pm. $5 entry fee. You’ll get a demo of the game & a discount while supplies last. Great option for the teens looking for something to do this week! (If you haven’t been to the Comic Hunter lately, add a visit to your March Break plans for sure – they have oodles of cool stuff & a great selection of kids’ graphic novels!)

Tantramar is promoting several March Break events, including: a Home Alone course, arts activities at the Dorchester Library, & a Stuffy Sleepover at the Sackville Library.

Monument-Lefebvre Cultural Café will host a painting workshop for ages 6-14 with artist Roselys Belliveau, 10am-12pm. This is a free event, but spaces are limited. Register online to secure a spot.

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

The City of Moncton is hosting several March Break activities:
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Parent & Tots 10am-12pm, K-5 2:15-3:30pm, Gr 6-8 3:30-4:45pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8-9am, 11am-2:30pm, 4:30-7:45pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 6-7:30pm
⛸️ Superior Propane Centre: Parents & Tots, $2, 10-11am; public, $2, 3:30-4:30pm
⛸️ Outdoor skating (weather permitting) at Ian Fowler Oval, Mapleton Park, Muskrat Skating Trail, Kaboom Rink
❄️ Half Price equipment rentals for snowshoes, cross country skis, & fat bikes via Centennial Park & Mapleton Park (weather permitting)

⛸️ Riverview Byron Dobson, 12:15-1:15pm
⛸️ Memramcook, sledge hockey, 1:15-2:45pm
⛸️ Memramcook, 3-4:15pm

🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has special March Break public swims at 10am & 2:15pm today. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free).

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

SkyZone is opening at 10am each day for earlier March Break jumping!

Cineplex’s March Break Movies are back! Tickets range from $3.99 to $5.49+tx. Options include Nimona, PAW Patrol, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Peppa’s Cinema Party, & Trolls Band Together. There are also some regular price movies playing earlier in the day through the week, too, like Migration, Bob Marley, Dune 2, Wonka & more! Check both Dieppe & Trinity, as they have different options & times.

The Salisbury Public Library will be hosting a family fort night at 6:30pm.

The Moncton Public Library always has great programming, both registered & drop in. Today, there’s flower pot painting for ages 13+ in the afternoon and button making for ages 11+ in the evening.

Resurgo Place has extra STEM activities today focused on colours from 10:30am-12:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm.

In Shediac, Mad Science will be at the Multipurpose Centre hosting slime-making workshops for K-5 students. Learn about polymers, chemical reactions, and more. There are two times to choose from; this is a free event, but spaces are limited, so be sure to book your spot!

Board Miniatures is hosting a beginners Pokemon session, 6-10pm tonight. This is a great chance for families looking to learn to play and build their decks! (Free to join; Pokemon cards & others available on site.)

The Wildcats host the Saint John Sea Dogs tonight; a great match up midweek!

Tantramar is promoting several March Break events, including: a podcasting for kids session at the Dorchester Library & chocolate bar bingo at the Sackville Library.

🛹 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Drop In Centre is a fabulous spot to check out (did you catch my first time on wheels during Winter Carnival?); open 2-5pm & 6-9:30pm today. You don’t need to have your own equipment; they’ll hook you up with a board to try!

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

The City of Moncton is hosting several March Break activities:
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Gr 6-8 3:30-4:45pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8am-10am, 11:30am-7:45pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 6-7:30pm
⛸️ Superior Propane Centre: Parents & Tots, $2, 10-11am; public, $2, 3:30-4:30pm
⛸️ Kay Arena: Parents & Tots, $2, 10:15-11:15am
⛸️ Outdoor skating (weather permitting) at Ian Fowler Oval, Mapleton Park, Muskrat Skating Trail, Kaboom Rink
❄️ Half Price equipment rentals for snowshoes, cross country skis, & fat bikes via Centennial Park & Mapleton Park (weather permitting)

⛸️ Riverview Byron Dobson, 12:15-1:15pm
⛸️ Memramcook, 1:15-4:15pm

🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has special March Break public swims at 10am & 2:15pm today. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)

Thursday, March 7

PLEASE NOTE: Some businesses are adjusting their hours due to the weather. Call or check source links to confirm activities!

THURSDAY, MARCH 7

  • Chapters has daily themed events at 1pm this week; today it’s a Bluey story, a learn-to-draw Bluey activity, & free face painting!
  • Scholar’s Choice has daily themed events, too! Drop in anytime the store is open; today’s topic is arts & crafts.
  • Toys R Us daily activity takes place starting at 1pm. Today is sure to be a popular one – a Star Wars TIE Fighter make-and-take!
  • Mastermind Toys has daily make & takes & brand activities for March Break; these are while supplies last, so if you’re keen, get there early! Today it’s Playmobil – and their regular Thursday storytime at 4pm.
  • Once Upon a Child Moncton is offering a sand art activity in store today from 11am – 1pm.

The Salisbury Public Library will be hosting storytime at 10:30am & kids’ bingo at 2:30pm.

The Moncton Public Library always has great programming, both registered & drop in. Today, there’s slime making with Mad Science for K-5 in the morning.

The Dieppe Public Library will host a visit from Travel to You Zoo today, 10:30-11:30am. Intended for ages 5+; visit with ferrets, tortoises, goats, snakes, & more. Spaces are limited so call 506-877-7945.

SkyZone is opening at 10am each day for earlier March Break jumping!

🛹 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Drop In Centre is open 2:30-5pm & 6-9:30pm today. You & the kids can use their lending boards to give it a try!

Cineplex’s March Break Movies are back! Tickets range from $3.99 to $5.49+tx. Options include Nimona, PAW Patrol, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Peppa’s Cinema Party, & Trolls Band Together. There are also some regular price movies playing earlier in the day through the week, too, like Migration, Bob Marley, Dune 2, Wonka & more! Check both Dieppe & Trinity, as they have different options & times.

Théâtre du Monument-Lefebvre will show La guerre des tuques (film in French) at 2pm; free entry.

Not sure if there are spots left, but Seaside Grazing in Shediac is hosting the most creative March Break workshop for kiddos! From 1-3pm, kids ages 7-12 can create an ultimate Freak Shake – think milkshake with donuts & candy sticks & cherries on top. Creations will be photographed (as well as consumed!) & the shake with the most votes will land on the menu for the summer! If you can’t snag a spot in this class, there’s also a session Saturday; and follow their socials for more fun events. They often host kid’s cooking workshops! (The Freak Shake sessions are $35/kid & space is limited.)

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting.

Tantramar is promoting several March Break events, including: a babysitting course, STEAM activities at the Sackville Library, & Teen ‘Zine session at the Dorchester Library.

The City of Moncton is hosting several March Break activities:
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Parent & Tots 10am-12pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8am-2:30pm, 4:30-7:45pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 6-7:30pm
⛸️ Superior Propane Centre: Parents & Tots, $2, 10-11am;
⛸️ Outdoor skating (weather permitting) at Ian Fowler Oval, Mapleton Park, Muskrat Skating Trail, Kaboom Rink
❄️ Half Price equipment rentals for snowshoes, cross country skis, & fat bikes via Centennial Park & Mapleton Park (weather permitting)

⛸️ Riverview Byron Dobson, 12:15-1:15pm
⛸️ Memramcook, public hockey, 1:15-2:30pm
⛸️ Memramcook, public ringette, 2:45-4pm

🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has special March Break public swims at 10am & 2:15pm today. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)

FRIDAY, MARCH 8

FRIDAY, MARCH 8

  • Chapters has daily themed events at 1pm this week; today it’s Hot Wheels & Barbie colour activities, a story for little Swfties, & free facepainting!
  • Mastermind Toys has daily make & takes & brand activities for March Break; these are while supplies last, so if you’re keen, get there early! Today it’s Lite Hawk accessories.
  • Scholar’s Choice has daily themed events, too! Drop in anytime the store is open; today’s topic is active play & there’s a scavenger hunt, too!
  • Toys R Us daily activity takes place starting at 1pm. Today you an test out Monopoly Knockout or a 3D puzzle challenge.

🦘 SkyZone is opening at 10am each day for earlier March Break jumping!

🛹 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Drop In Centre is open 2-5pm & 6-10pm today

🔫 The SportsDome’s hosting a Lasertag Tournament for ages 8-12; join solo or as a team of four. $25/child for the afternoon tournament, or $45 for the full day daycamp. Register online. day camp is full but the same lasertag tournament set up will be open to the public 6-8pm tonight!

🍿Cineplex’s March Break Movies are back & some regular price movies playing earlier in the day through the week, too, like Migration, Bob Marley, Dune 2, Wonka & more! Check both Dieppe & Trinity, as they have different options & times.

🍁 Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm. Arrive 15-20 minutes before that to be ready for the tour; cost is $10 & includes taffy on the snow & syrup tasting. (Most local camps are opening for the season tomorrow – more details below, keep reading!)

🔭 Resurgo Place has extra STEM activities today focused on space from 10:30am-12:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm.

The Covered Bridge Quiltery is holding a kids’ workshop, 9:30am-3:30pm (ages 9+), where they’ll get to make a notebook & pencil holder. You can bring your own machine or use one on site. Cost is $60; bring your lunch & your creativity! Spaces are limited; registration is required.

The City of Moncton is hosting several March Break activities:

🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Parent & Tots 10am-12pm, K-5 2:15-3:30pm, Gr 6-8 3:30-4:45pm
🏖️ YMCA Moncton North Splash Pad, $5, 8am-7:45pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 7-8pm
🏀 Ages 12+, $5 drop in, YMCA, 8:15-9:50pm
⛸️ Superior Propane Centre: Parents & Tots, 10-11am
⛸️ Kay Arena: Parents & Tots, 10:15-11:15am; Public 3:30-4:30pm
⛸️ Outdoor skating (weather permitting) at Ian Fowler Oval, Mapleton Park, Muskrat Skating Trail, Kaboom Rink
❄️ Half Price equipment rentals for snowshoes, cross country skis, & fat bikes via Centennial Park & Mapleton Park (weather permitting)

🏊 The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has special March Break public swims at 10am & 2:15pm today. Family (2 adults & children) $20, $10/adults, $5 for 12 & under (under 2 free)

⚡SkyZone’s Glow Nights are Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm. Wear white or florescent colours!

🎮 TomorrowLAN 2024 starts today, running through the weekend. This is Atlantic Canada’s largest video game event, with more than 20 tournaments for both PC & console. Entry is $10 for children under 12; regular admission is $40.

🤸‍♂️ Looking for a performance that’s out of the box? Flip Fabrique is at The Capitol, tacking questions of gender, circus style! There are student pricing options for this performance, and some great seats still available when we checked.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

🍁 M is for March & for Maple! We’ll be updating our Maple Guide, but here’s the scoop: Trites is planning to open today, as is Renton Brothers! (Psst! Kim Renton will be our podcast guest on March 11 to talk about her family’s operation & her children’s book all about maple syrup production.) Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm.

🥞 There’s a pancake breakfast at the Riverview Lions Club this morning, with Hospice SENB as their fundraising partner. Family price is $30, or $10/person with kids 5 & under free. Skip cooking & washing up, and enjoy a belly full of pancakes, sausage, eggs, beans, toast, & drinks. Open 8am-11am.

🍦Ice cream is always a great treat & Bennic is open at noon every day except Monday!
🍦Trueman’s Blueberry Farm is also a fabulous ice cream destination – and on the weekend they have a train you can ride! Watch for some fun Easter Bunny sightings here soon, too.

Toys R Us is celebrating Barbie today with an in-store cooking decorating session at 1pm.

There’s a Thai Spring Rolls cooking class happening at MK Thai Gourment, 11am-12:30pm. Youth welcome; spaces are limited, cost is $30/person. Secure your spot by emailing lacuisinedethai@gmail.com

The Salisbury Public Library will be hosting a puppet show at 10:30am.

The Moncton Public Library always has great programming, both registered & drop in. Today, there’s bracelet making for ages 10-12 at 10am and drop-in board game fun throughout the day.

Tantramar is promoting several March Break events, including: family storytime & a music drop in at the Dorchester Library & Board Games at the Sackville Library,

Seaside Grazing’s second Freak Shake workshop – think milkshake with donuts & candy sticks & cherries on top – for kids is today. (Spaces are limited; check to see if available, cost is $35.)

RepairVerse is holding a repair cafe at 199 St. George Street in Moncton. Bring broken items – clothes, small appliances, wood work, etc – and volunteers will try to fix it with you. Opens at 10am.

⛸️ Kay Arena: Public, $2, 3:30-4pm
🤸‍♂️ Open gym, free, Kay Arena, Gr 9-12, 5-7pm
🏊 March Break Fun Swim, YMCA, $3, 6-7:45pm

🛹 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Drop In Centre is open 11am-5pm & 6-10pm today. A great way to get the family moving; loaner equipment available!

🎨 Art Room offers kids’ art & crafts sessions on Saturdays, 10-11am & 12-1pm. Call 506-688-7931 to see about spaces available!

⚡SkyZone’s Glow Nights are Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm. Wear white or florescent colours!

There might be a few seats left to see David Myles at the Capitol Theatre tonight.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

Magnetic Hill Zoo is open Sundays in March! They’re open (weather permitting) 11am – 3pm; many animals will be out and about, you can go inside the Ecodome and the Imaginarium (the squirrel monkeys will be viewable!), there will be crafts & activities, maple products & snacks will be for sale. You can book your tickets online in advance, based on the hour you’ll arrive, but you can stay as long as you like. Entry fee ranges from $5 – $7, and children under two are free. You can buy on site, but the process is quicker if you purchase in advance.

Today is MARIO day! (MARch 10 = MARIO) If you have Nintendo fans at home, why not plan a Mario-theme video game session, pick up a fun cake or a cannister of fire balls (cheese balls), or check our TikTok video for some quick ideas from our Mario & Luigi birthday party!

You can also mark the day at the Maritimes Collectibles Market at Dieppe’s Rotary Park. From 9:30am-2pm they’ll have vendors with Funkos, action figures, Hot Wheels, Pokemon, trading cards, and more! $5 entry; kids free.

🏸 Drop in badminton for ages 12-18, $5, YMCA Moncton North, 1-2:45pm
🏊 YMCA Public Swim, $3, 1:30-3pm
🏊 CEPS (UdeM) public swim, 3-4:25, $3
🏊 Dieppe Aquatic Centre public swim Sunday at 3:15pm. $10/adults, $5-$8 for youth (under 2 free)
🐴 Sleigh rides, Dieppe Rotary Park, 1-4pm, $5/person

🛹 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Drop In Centre is open 11am-4pm & 5-7pm today.

⛸️ Dieppe AJL, 1-2pm
⛸️ Moncton Kay Arena, public, 2:30-4pm, $2
⛸️ Petitcodiac 1pm-2:30pm ($2/skater, free for ages five & under)
⛸️ Sackville public 2:30-3:30pm
⛸️ Shediac, 5:30-6:30pm
⛸️ Hillsborough, 2:15-3:15pm
⛸️ Memramcook, 11:45am-12:45pm

🍁 M is for March & for Maple! We’ll be updating our Maple Guide, but here’s the scoop: Trites is planning to open today, as is Renton Brothers! (Psst! Kim Renton will be our podcast guest on March 11 to talk about her family’s operation & her children’s book all about maple syrup production.) Chateau Scoudouc is open; French tours at 1:30pm, English at 3pm.

MORE EVERYDAY IDEAS

INDOOR FUN IDEAS

There are lots of great spots you might want to check out with the family this March Break not already mentioned, including:

OUTDOOR IDEAS

OUTDOOR RINKS

LOOKING AHEAD

Sunday, March 10 leaves us ONE WEEK until St. Patrick’s Day and THREE WEEKS until Easter Sunday, which this year is followed by April Fool’s on Monday! The week after that, it’s the eclipse – and we’ll bring you a great run down of what you need to know about it with Optometrist Dr. Alexis Keeling on the April 1st podcast. (Pssst! Speaking of Easter, we see Candy Depot is taking orders for delivery & has an in-store colouring contest happening now!)

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