What to do with the kids this weekend in Greater Moncton (April 25-27)

Friends, there are SO many wonderful events this weekend! The Frye Festival is underway, there’s ballet and musicals and local theatre, playoff hockey and basketball games, Radical Speed Sport show, grand openings, & so much more. Whatever your interests, there’s sure to be something you’ll enjoy this weekend in Greater Moncton. Let’s get reading, shall we?

Must See: Stop by Moncton City Hall during open hours TODAY to check out the annual art show featuring works from local high school students. It’s the final day!

It’s also the last weekend to take in the Might & Light travelling exhibit at Resurgo Place, highlighting the role of gun powder through the ages.

There’s preschool swimming at the Dieppe Aquatic Centre at 10am.

Want to hunt for Bigfoot at Centennial Park? Hourglass Adventures brings the idea of an escape room to life with this in-person challenge; $60/group (one to six people). Available Friday, Saturday, & Sunday.

The Moncton Wildcats continue their playoff run with a game tonight at the Avenir Centre at 7pm.

Ballet Jörgen: Sleeping Beauty is on stage at the Capital Theatre tonight. There are some balcony seats available!

The 51st annual Radical Speed Sport show returns to the Moncton Coliseum Friday through Sunday. Along with all the cars and special guests, we see Bluey is also scheduled to make an appearance each day – check the site for times.

Dieppe Public Library is hosting the Concert Time Collective from 2-3pm, combining a string quartet with laughs, stories, and more! (Free, presented in English.)

Old Navy is hosting a Super Safety Event at the store today, with activities in support of the Canadian Centre for Child Protection.

GoodLife Fitness Moncton Junction Village is hosting the Move 4 Kids Fun Run.

It’s the Grand Opening for RONA Moncton, with lots of activities in store, including a toy build for kids from 10am-1pm.

Want to hunt for Bigfoot at Centennial Park? Hourglass Adventures brings the idea of an escape room to life with this in-person challenge; $60/group (one to six people). Available today & tomorrow.

Book lovers should head to the GMRD Book Fair at the Riverview Lions Club, 10am-3pm. More than 40 authors will be sharing their works; a great chance to support local!

Nature Moncton is leading an Earth Week clean up from 10am-2pm, beginning from the Honourable Brenda Robertson Bridge (causeway) in Riverview.

The Maker Hub is hosting a Swiftie-themed bracelet workshop today at 1pm. Cost is $19 for 1.5 hours of creative fun! (Perfect if you have tickets to the tribute show at the Casino tomorrow!)

Stay in Riverview for the Grand Opening for Tambayan Cafe, the fabulous 2D cafe that recently opened. Did you catch our visit reel?

Mastermind Toys will have an in-store friendship bracelet activity today.

The Dieppe Aquatic Centre has public swimming at 3pm and 6:15pm.

The Tri-City Tide are hosting the Albany Patroons tonight; game starts at 7pm.

KidsFest is today! Head to the Aberdeen Centre from 9am-1pm for stories, ponies, face painting, activities and more – all free! Legs for Literacy will be there, along with CBC/Radio-Canada, Snapology, DanseEnCorps, Travel to You Zoo, Scholar’s Choice, & more.

The Blossom & Bloom Craft Fair is happening at the Magnetic Hill Community Centre from 10am-2pm.

It’s your last chance to hunt for Bigfoot at Centennial Park with Hourglass Adventures.

The Maker Hub is hosting a kids’ clay sculpting workshop at 1pm.

The Tri-City Tide are hosting the Albany Patroons again today; game starts at 3pm.

Shediac’s Festival Arena has public skating at 5:30pm.

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!

These attractions & fun ideas are always worth checking out! Look for the 💚 for our TEEN & TWEEN picks!

🏊‍♀️ 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!).

 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.

  Resurgo Place is a spot we love to visit again & again; history, hands-on science & arts, & special programming, too! (Closed on Mondays, including long weekends.)

 Local libraries are always a great spot to visit, with lots of programming for all ages – and also another rainy day must visit option. (They’re closed on Monday.)

 BGC Dieppe is always a great place for families to connect, with lots of programming open to everyone.

🤸 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.

💚🎳 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!

 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!

💚 Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Riverview Youth Centre are a great space to learn to skate or practice your skills!

🛹 There’s a borrowing program at YMCA North with skateboards, helmets, and protective gear for use on their great outdoor ramps when weather permits.

💚 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!

💚💥 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!

🎥 Check out what’s playing at Cineplex in Dieppe or Trinity!

 Bass Pro’s 12,000-gallon freshwater aquarium with striped bass, Atlantic sturgeon, trout, perch, and more is always fun to visit, especially when you need an indoor option.

🐯 The Magnetic Hill Zoo is open Thursday through Monday.

💚 Llamazing Adventures is a great way to get out & get moving! Take the llamas for a walk!

💚🐴 Pony Trails – Ammon Stables offers pony walks & cuddles; check their site and reach out for availability.

💚 🗼 Pretend you’ve hopped a plane to France with a trip to Tony’s for pastries!

💚 Make a list of foods you haven’t tried & see what you can find at some of the newer grocery spots, like HS Empire Store or Varenyky.

🎧 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!

Riverview’s Parks and Recreation’s YOUth Drop in Program is hosting a free tie dyeing workshop for ages 12-17 on April 30.

MAY EVENTS

We’re HUGE fans of the work being done at the Riverview Skate Park & Youth Centre – and their newest endeavor is nothing short of amazing! On May 1st, they’ll hold the Grand Opening of The Sound Lab, a space youth can book Wednesday through Sunday to jam, learn, and create. Check them out for the grand tour and plan to come back May 7 for Turning Up the Future, a variety show and celebration for National Youth Week.

Check out the full Youth Week list of events hosting by the Town of Riverview! 

Heading to the MM Sale at the Coliseum on May 3? Pop by & say hello! I’ll have a Pickle Planet table in the vendor area!

May 3 is also Free Comic Book Day! Head to Comic Hunter on St. George for lots of great deals – and a free comic if you’re lucky. (They open at 8am that Saturday & say that most of the freebies are usually gone by noon.)

The Moncton Miniature & Doll Club is holding its annual show May 3 at the Dan Bohan Family Centre in Riverview. Children under 10 are free to enter; admission for others is $3.

The Moncton Mystics season opens May 3 with a game against the Lake City 56ers. Follow their page to stay up to date on the games!

The Boardwalk’s driving range is set to open for the season on May 3.

East Coast Karting opens for the season May 3.

Moncton Cares is hosting a Manga Expo on May 4.

Maritime Reptile & Pet Expo is Sunday, May 4 at the Moncton Coliseum.

Maplehurst Middle School presents the musical, Matilda Jr May 9 & 10; showtime is 6:30pm at the school. You can purchase your $10 ticket in advance online.

The Sussex Drive In opens for the season on May 9.

Mean Girls the musical is coming to the Avenir Centre at the end of the month.