Family Friendly Events this Weekend in Greater Moncton (March 20-22, 2026)
Wondering what family-friendly events & activities are happening in Greater Moncton this weekend? We can help! Every week since 2015 Pickle Planet Moncton has published a guide to help you get out and connect with your family and your community. Keep reading for all kinds of ideas!
New to Pickle Planet? Here’s the scoop: Each week we (and by we, I mean me, Jenna Morton, mom of three) curate a guide to family-friendly events and things to do, from Friday to Sunday, across Moncton, Riverview, Dieppe, and nearby communities. Then there’s a list of all the places you can visit each week, plus a look ahead at a few upcoming events. Pickle Planet Moncton exists to help families build connection with each other and with the community – something I think we can all agree is incredibly important, now more than ever. If you agree, please share this with a friend, colleague, or neighbour!
Family-Friendly Events & Activities in Greater Moncton
Please remember: We curate this information from social media pages, websites, & more. We include the SOURCE LINKS so you can DOUBLE CHECK the source before heading out; with winter weather & life, sometimes events are forced to adjust their plans & we don’t always have the chance to update this post.
Friday Family Events (March 20, 2026)
Order spots open today at 8am for Easter Bunny deliveries from Candy Depot; spaces are limited! (Our Easter Events Round Up is almost ready!)
Curl Moncton’s final Fun Friday of the season is happening – a chance for anyone to try the sport!
The Moncton RV Show is at the Moncton Coliseum, March 19-22.
- Youth ages 12-18 can get a $5 day pass to the YMCA on Fridays! Access open gym times for basketball, volleyball, & more.
Public Skating, 9:30-10:30am, FREE, Byron Dobson Arena (90 Biggs Drive, Riverview)
Family Skating, 9:50-10:50am, FREE, Shediac Festival Arena
Open Gym at the Kay Arena in Moncton, 10am-noon, parent & tot
Preschool Swim, 10-10:55am, Dieppe Aquatic Centre- Parent & Tot Skating, 10-11am, FREE, Greenfoot Energy 4-Plex (55 Russ Howard Drive, Moncton)
The Kay Arena Walking Track is open to strollers 10:30am-12:30pm- Public Skating, 12-1:30pm, FREE, Tantramar Veterans Memorial Civic Centre
- Public Skating, 1:30-2:30pm, FREE, Byron Dobson Arena (90 Biggs Drive, Riverview)
- Open Gym at the Kay Arena in Moncton, 2:30-4:30pm, students K-8 (adult supervision required for those Gr 5 & younger
Indoor Skatepark, 3-5pm, Riverview Skatepark- Public Swim, 6-7:30pm, $3/person, YMCA Vaughan Harvey
- Indoor Skatepark, 6-1opm, Riverview Skatepark
- Public Skating, 8:15-9:15pm, Hillsborough Arena
In search of a special to treat the family for dinner? Check out The Daily Feast for great overview of local restaurants featuring weekly specials & more!
Maple Sugar Camps near Moncton
Renton Brothers Family Sugarbush (1270 Gorge Rd in Moncton) open Saturday & Sunday.
Riverview’s annual Maple Fest takes place March 27-28, 2026! Celebrate all things maple with a “weekend of maple-infused menus & promotions all over town.”
- Briggs Maples is hosting Maple Mania on March 28 & 29 in Hillsborough.
- Maplegrove Inn has a Maplefest Tea happening March 28 & 29; pre-paid tickets required, call 506-882-1854 to book.
And if you’re looking for a little maple flavour with your meals, consider the Maple Fest menu at Salisbury’s Pizza Mill. There are Sugar Shack, Maple Chili, & Lumberjack pizzas and sticky fingers – on till April 6!
Saturday Family Events (March 21, 2026)
Riverview’s Coverdale Masonic Lodge is hosting a pancake breakfast, 8:30-11am.
There’s an Easter Craft & Bake Sale at the Salisbury Legion today, 9am-1pm, and a Wellness Expo from 10am-3pm at Salisbury Regional School. And don’t forget the pancake breakfast at the Salisbury Lions Club!
BGC Riverview is hosting a craft market, 10am-2pm, at the Coverdale Centre in Riverview.
Local author Rachel LeBlanc will offer a reading & activities relating to her book, La vague chocolat, at the Memramcook Public Library at 10:30am.
Nounours, the happy bear from Pays de la Sagouine will be at the Dieppe Arts & Culture Centre as part of Samedi Francophone with Marie-France Comeau and Johanna Lezziero – but it looks like the event is sold out already.
If you have a child with an interest in architecture, there’s a free, bilingual chance to try drafting, modelmaking, and more with Archi·North from Laurentian University’s McEwen School of Architecture at the Riverview Public Library, 11am-1pm.
The Moncton Library is showing Dog Man in French on the big screen at 11am; no registration required.
The Moncton Youth Orchestra is holding their Spring Concert, 2pm at Central United Church in Moncton. The Codiac Concert Band will be joining them & admission is free!
Olympic medalist Courtney Sarault will be celebrated today, 1-3:30pm, outside the Avenir Centre. There’ll be face painting, photo ops, food trucks, and more – and of course, a chance to show Courtney how proud we all are of her accomplishments! After that, the Moncton Wildcats host the Charlottetown Islanders at 4pm — but the game is sold out!
At 3pm, music students from Université de Moncton, Mount Allison University and the SISTEMA program will perform as part of the Centre Jeunesses Musicales Canada Moncton Gala at 3pm at théâtre l’Escaouette.
- The Moncton Market is open 8am-2pm on Saturdays.
- The Dieppe Market is open 8am-1pm on Saturdays.
- Youth ages 12-18 can get a $5 day pass to the YMCA on Saturdays! Access open gym times for basketball, volleyball, & more.
- The Kay Arena Walking Track is open to strollers 10:30am-12:30pm
- Indoor Skatepark, 11am-1pm/1-3pm/3-5pm/6-10pm, Riverview Skatepark
Indoor splash pad, 12:15-2:15pm, $6, YMCA Twin Oaks- Pubic swim, 2-3:30pm, Pat Crossman Aquatic Centre
- Public Skating, 2:00-3:00pm, Hillsborough Arena
- Public Skating, 2:30-4pm, $2, Kay Arena (99 Wynwood Drive, Moncton)
- Public Swim, 3:15-4:55pm, Dieppe Aquatic Centre
- Indoor splash pad, 3:45-7:45pm, $6, YMCA Twin Oaks
- Public Swim,6-7:25pm, Dieppe Aquatic Centre
- Public Skating, 6:15-7:15pm, FREE, Arthur J LeBlanc Centre (432 Melanson Road, Dieppe)
- Public Skating, 8:15-9:15pm, Hillsborough Arena
BGC Dieppe has community events planned on Saturdays, often including the use of their climbing wall
Sunday Family Events (March 22, 2026)
There’s a fabulous Scottish concert, Tartan & Tides, happening at 2pm, at St. John’s United Church in Moncton. Tickets are $20, or $10 for youth. Performances by Scotland’s Cathy Ann MacPhee, New Brunswick’s Samantha Robichaud & the Plucky Pizzicatos, PEI’s Patricia Murray, Scottish storyteller Calum Lykan, and the Change of Step dancers with Beòlach. Tartan & Tides is a celebration of our region’s ties with Scotland, and is made possible by the Greater Moncton Scottish Association through a funding grant from the Scottish Connections Fund.
The Ukrainian Club of Moncton is hosting an Easter Bazaar at Irishtown Community Centre today. Enjoy delicious food, entertainment, amazing vendors, and workshops for all ages! Pre-purchase spots in the Pysanka Workshop, Easter Lunch Workshop, and cookie decorating. Happening 11am-4pm.
The Magnetic Hill Zoo is open Sundays in March (weather permitting) from 11am-3pm.
The Mom Market is at Tire Shack from 11am-3pm, with 35 vendors.
Public skating at the Eugène (Gene) LeBlanc Arena, 11:45am – 12:45pm. The season ends next weekend!
There’s an all-ages rock show at the Holy Whale Beer Hall with Blink 902. Advance tickets are $15+fees; at the door it’s $25. Doors open at 5:30, show at 6pm.
- Parent & Tot Skating¸9:45am-10:45am, $2, Greenfoot Energy 4-Plex (55 Russ Howard Drive, Moncton)
- The Kay Arena Walking Track is open to strollers 10:30am-12:30pm
- Indoor Skatepark, 11am-1pm/1-4pm/5-7pm, Riverview Skatepark
- Public Skating, 11:45am-12:45pm, $2, Greenfoot Energy 4-Plex (55 Russ Howard Drive, Moncton)
- Indoor splash pad, 12:15-2:15pm, $6, YMCA Twin Oaks
- Public Skating, 1-2pm pm, FREE, Arthur J LeBlanc Centre (432 Melanson Road, Dieppe)
- Public Skating, 2:30-3:30pm, FREE, Tantramar Veterans Memorial
- Public Swim, 2:30-3:30pm, $3/person, YMCA Vaughan Harvey
- Public Swim, 3:15-4:55pm, Dieppe Aquatic Centre
- Indoor splash pad, 3:45-7:45pm, $6, YMCA Twin Oaks
- ⛹️ Local Family (children up to age 10) Open Gym, Maple Hills, 4-5:30pm
- Family Skating, 5:30-6:30pm, FREE, Shediac Festival Arena
Open gym basketball for Grades 6-8 at Maple Hills, 5:30-7pm- Open gym basketball for Grades 9-12 at Maple Hills, 7-8:30pm
Ongoing Family-Friendly Activities in Greater Moncton (Indoor & Outdoor)
These attractions & fun ideas are always worth checking out! Look for the 
for our TEEN & TWEEN picks! Some of these are still great with littles, too, but we know it can be tricky to come up with ideas the older kids will enjoy – or can be sent to on their own.
REMEMBER: We’re not always able to update if there are changes due to weather, etc. Please click through the links & call ahead to confirm details for yourself when making plans!
Resurgo Place is a spot we love to visit again & again; history, hands-on science & arts, & special programming, too!
Hop! Skip! Jump! is perfect for little ones, as well as the cool climbing wall & laser room for older kids.
Burn off energy at SkyZone Moncton; half-price entry on Tuesday nights, and Glow Zone on Fridays & Saturdays.
MR21 is ‘low key Moncton’s best kept secret’ as my kids say. An incredible visual presentation that tells the history of the Acadian community in a beautiful cathedral in downtown. Reach out to them to book a tour (minimum five people, 24 hours notice required) or to find out when they’ll be open: info@mr21.ca or call 506-800-3194.
Local libraries are always a great spot to visit, with lots of programming for all ages – and also another rainy day must visit option.
The indoor splash pad at the YMCA North End is an amazing option for kiddos – with public openings every day of the week! Check the schedule as times vary day-to-day; cost to attend for non-member is $6.- For indoor swimming, there are public options at the YMCA Greater Moncton (love their small, warmer pool for little ones), the Pat Crossman Aquatic Centre in Riverview, and the Dieppe Aquatic Centre (with the awesome sloped entry & pirate ship splash zone!).
Check out what’s playing at Cineplex in Dieppe or Trinity!
The Bunker on Main Street in Moncton is a great indoor golf option & does have times kids are allowed. They also now have a race car simulator! There are more than 50 cars you can choose from & more than 30 tracks to try – it’s not a little kid game.
Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Riverview Youth Centre are a great space to learn to skate or practice your skills!
Bowling is always a fun idea! Go retro vibes with Marvelous Holy Bowly in Riverview, check out glow bowling times at Fairlanes in Moncton, or head to Bowlarama & its awesome arcade in Dieppe. (We recommend calling ahead to book in advance so you’re not disappointed.)
Book a booth at GG Bistro for some gaming fun & great eats!
Creative mood? Try DIY Studio to paint your own pottery or the new Art Time Cafe for drawing & more!
Want to move as a family but need to be indoors? Try a visit to FitRocks Climbing Gym!
Book laser tag at the Sportsdome or Marco’s!
Up for a challenge? Room Escape Atlantic usually has a few non-scary, kid-friendly options & Mystery Moncton Mystere is great for the teens & up. There are also online options you can purchase to play on your own time.
Need to unleash some anger? Book a session at the Wreck Room!
Teens & youth (ages 12-25) can book a two-hour spot at Riverview’s Sound Lab for just $2/person. The lab has professional recording software, an electric guitar, bass guitar, electric drum kit, keyboard, microphones, & two amps.
Gamer in the family? The Comic Hunter hosts Friday Night Magic Modern sessions, Sunday Lorcana Locals, Monday Star Wars Unlimited Weekly Play & lots of other gaming events.
Board Miniatures also hosts regular table top sessions for various games & free board game days, too!
BGC Dieppe is always a great place for families to connect, with lots of programming open to everyone.
Bass Pro’s 12,000-gallon freshwater aquariumwith striped bass, Atlantic sturgeon, trout, perch, and more is always fun to visit, especially when you need an indoor option.
Our friends at 506 Elite Allstars have a great space for kiddos looking to bounce around and burn off energy while learning tumbling and cheer moves. Check out their new member trial package & their upcoming events.
OUTDOOR FUN
Llamazing Adventures is a great way to get out & get moving! You can take the llamas for a walk all through the year.- Boyle Family Farm is open for private bookings & special occasions.
- DYK There’s a borrowing program at YMCA North with skateboards, helmets, and protective gear for use on their great outdoor ramps when weather permits.
There’s a roughly one hour iTour of downtown Moncton’s historical & cultural locations you can use to help you explore – a great way to add a little movement, a little history, and a little fun to your family outings! Be sure to check out all the amazing public art installations around the downtown core, too!
CAFES, RESTAURANTS, & FUN PLACES TO EAT WITH KIDS IN GREATER MONCTON
There are more & more awesome places to take a break and enjoy a meal locally! Here are a few top picks you might want to try:
- Book a booth at GG Bistro for some gaming fun & great eats! You might think a place with consoles at the table would be basic pub food, but you’d be wrong. The food will blow you away!
- Tambayan Cafe is a fun 2D cafe in Riverview with yummy treats, coffee, fries, & more.
- Add a photo booth shoot to your sweets order at Click & Chew in Dieppe; super fun idea for a special celebration or any day. They have a special deal on for March Break, too!
- We’re always down to pretend we’ve hopped a plane to France with a trip to Tony’s for pastries. They have three great spots to explore – the original bistro on McLaughlin, Dieppe, and in Downtown Moncton!
- Crumbl FOMO? Head to our own The Cookie Jar in Dieppe! It’s super cute & yummy – and right next to the awesome Bennic Dairy Bar for ice cream creations! (Yes, Bennic is opening for the season February 27!)
- Halo Donuts on St. George Street & in the North End is always on our family wish list.
- And if bread & pastries are what you want, Co Pain Artisan Bread Company is where you need to go!
- Looking for some whimsy? Head to Shediac to visit Adorable Chocolat & Bistro Moque-Tortue.
- Candy Depot Moncton on Mountain Road & Freak Lunchbox at Champlain Mall have oodles of funky candies & more!
- Have you checked out Blend Point Cafe in Dieppe yet? They have some killer milkshake creations!
- In search of a special? Check out The Daily Feast for great overview of local restaurants, their deals, & more.
Upcoming Family-Friendly Events in Greater Moncton (Next Week & Beyond)
Local author Eric Fontaine is having the most fun book launch for his newest kids’ book, La peur de Charlie, at Bennic – check out the special treats you can order! Stop in between 2-4pm on March 28 to meet Eric and tell him we say hello!
The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra’s season finale concert is March 28, 2pm, at Tidal Church in Moncton. Enjoy performances by the orchestra, Soloist Avery Hubert (Winner of the FCMF National Music Festival), former NBYO member and recording artist Samantha Robichaud, and a performance of The Hockey Sweater narrated by the voice of the Wildcats, Marty Kingston.
There’s a model train show at the Coverdale Recreation Centre in Riverview on April 4, 9am-4pm.
Moncton High School’s musical is happening April 8-11; don’t miss your chance to see them perform NEWSIES! Tickets are $15.
Grapevine Events’ twice-a-year pop-up is back – and bigger than ever! 200 local families, thousands of items (all hanging!), discount shopping on Saturday, & more! Free entry Friday night 5-8pm & Saturday 10am-2pm.
