What to do with the kids Mother’s Day weekend 2025 in Greater Moncton (May 9-11)

Huge hello & thanks to all of you who stopped to say hello at the MM Sale on Saturday! It lifts my heart to hear how Pickle Planet helps you connect with the community and spend time with your family, exploring the events and attractions we share here. We heard from many of you that you come for these event posts but don’t explore the other sections, so here’s your reminder we have profiles of nearly 50 playgrounds to help you plan your adventures, as well as a weekly podcast highlighting local (and sometimes national) people doing interesting things.

Quick Pro Tip: Looking to treat yourself or a mothering figure in your life with a meal this weekend? We’ll point out that TACO WEEK is happening! And if that’s not your speed, check out Daily Feast for suggestions on specials & more at all sorts of eateries around the area!

There are lots of fun activities happening this weekend as well, so let’s get to it!

The Green Pig Country Market is open for the season, as of Thursday!

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

Riverview High School Drama presents How to Survive Being in a Shakespeare Play this weekend, with performances Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm and 7pm, and Sunday at 2pm.

Shediac’s Neptune Drive In opens for the season this weekend, with Sonic 3 & The Accountant 2 showing.

The Sussex Drive In opens for the season tonight with a Marvel double header featuring Thunderbolts and Captain America: Brave New World.

There’s a Mother’s Day Market happening alongside a pancake breakfast at BGC Dieppe, 9am-1pm, $5/person (children three & under free).

Saturday is the annual Spring Fling at Frank L Bowser School in Riverview – a great family event to take in, perhaps after starting with a pancake breakfast? The Riverview Lions Club and the Parks & Recreation Junior Leadership participants will be serving up pancakes, eggs, sausages, and more from 8-11am. Cost is $30/family or $10/person.

Loopy Wool is hosting a beginner needle felting workshop creating mushrooms today – could be a great gift for Mom!

The DIY Kids workshop at Home Depot is showing full for this Saturday, but check their page for the next event to posted soon.

We did see some spots still available for the Brix Mother’s Day cooking class for kids, ages eight to 12.

If you’re still looking for a gift for mom, maybe you’ll find it at the Athena’s Touch Mother’s Day Market at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Moncton, open 10am-3pm.

There’s also the Cap-Acadie Community Market happening, 10am-2pm.

The Record Expo returns to Riverview’s Coverdale Recreation Centre today, 10am-4pm, with thousands of vinyl treasures to explore!

There’s a ceramics workshop for kids at the Dieppe Arts & Culture Centre on Saturday.

Grab breakfast at the Hillsborough Kiwanis Hall, with French toast, pancakes, eggs, hashbrowns, bacon, beans, and more on the buffet menu – all for just $15!

You can learn to play or practice your skills during the 3rd annual Disc Golf Event at Fundy National Park today & tomorrow!

The Codiac Regional RCMP are hosting a free community BBQ at Oak Lane (off Main Street, Moncton) starting at 11am and going until the hot dogs run out! Postponed due to forecasted rain; join them May 14 instead!

Boyle Family Farm is open today & tomorrow, with all kinds of activities 10am-4pm. Good news: Mom gets in free with a full-price child admission!

Magnetic Hill Wharf opens for the season today! The restaurant is still a few weeks from opening, but the gift shop will be open along with the treatery and Murray’s Moose Ice Cream (today 11am-7pm & Sunday 11am-4pm).

It’s time for the monthly repair cafe, happening at Resurgo Place from 1-4pm!

Moncton High School is hosting a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life at Centennial Park, 1-5pm, with games, performances, inflatables, and more!

Riverview High School Drama presents How to Survive Being in a Shakespeare Play this weekend, with performances today at 2pm and 7pm.

It’s home opener weekend for the Moncton Mustangs football team, taking on the Valley Razors at Rocky Stone Field (next to Centennial Park, Moncton) at 5pm. Entry is $10 & bring some extra to grab dinner from Mama K’s Food Truck!

There were still a few spots for Puppy Yoga when we checked! It happens from 6-7pm, must be 18+ or 14+ with an adult.

In case you didn’t hear, the Moncton Wildcats are in the final showdown for the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League – the first time since 2010. The series begins tonight at the Avenir Centre with a game at 5pm, with Game 2 Sunday at 7pm.

Shediac’s Neptune Drive In is open with Sonic 3 & The Accountant 2 showing.

The Sussex Drive In is open with a Marvel double header featuring Thunderbolts and Captain America: Brave New World.

Need some last minute Mother’s Day inspiration? We’ve got you covered!

Off Grid Adventures is hosting a fun horse show for young riders today.

The Maritime Collectible Market returns to the Crowne Plaza, 9:30am-2pm, with Pokemon, Hot Wheels, toys, games, and more! Entry fee is $5; kids under 12 free.

Magnetic Hill Wharf is open; stroll along and visit the gift shop and grab an ice cream!

Boyle Family Farm is open with all kinds of activities 10am-4pm. Good news: Mom gets in free with a full-price child admission!

Ammon Pony Trails is offering stable visits for Mother’s Day, with a craft & cookies, too. You must pre-book your spot, so reach out to them asap. The session lasts about 45 minutes and costs $25 for Mom and a child, with additional people allowed for $5/each.

The Maker Hub is hosting a felt flower bouquet workshop, perfect for gifting or creating with Mom! Cost is $15; ideal for ages eight & over, and those under 12 must have an adult present. It’s a one-hour session at 1pm.

Sign up for a creative afternoon workshop, thanks to Angel’s Creative World. Designed for Mom and one child, ages four to 12, this workshop will have you create matching bracelets and earrings for $25 from 4-6:30pm. Limited spaces, so sign up now!

Riverview High School Drama presents How to Survive Being in a Shakespeare Play at 2pm.

The Wildcats second playoff game takes place tonight, at 7pm at the Avenir Centre.

Shediac’s Neptune Drive In opens for the season this weekend, with Sonic 3 & The Accountant 2 showing.

ICE CREAM STOPS

Many of our seasonal favourites are open for the season already! Make plans to visit Cremerie Bennic Dairy Bar, Riverview’s Ice Cream Barn, Murray’s Moose at Magnetic Hill on the weekends,

PRO TIP: Keep an eye out for Shediac favourite Rosie’s to make a Memramcook appearance this summer!

LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES

We are HUGE fans of the circular economy here – hand-me-downs, thrifting, and swaps are all top notch in our books. And speaking of books, it’s the season for Little Free Libraries to start popping up again!

Here are some streets where you’ll find these ‘take one, leave one’ treasures in our neighbourhoods; some are on the app, some we’ve noticed/been told about it. If you know of more (or are inspired to create your own this season!), let us know!

MONCTON

Aberdeen Cultural Centre
Ashley Cresent
Cavendish Road
Chapman Street
Cottonwood Cresent
Dutchill Drive
Dawn Crescent
Evergreen Drive
Gurney Drive
Kendra Street
YMCA Vaughn Harvey

RIVERVIEW

Alyssa Court
Blythwood Avenue
Cleveland Avenue
Page Street
Wallace Court

DIEPPE

Tranquille-Donat Path

SALISBURY

Horsman Street
Riverbend Drive
River Road

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.

🤘 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.

💚⛳ The Boardwalk’s driving range is open for the season, available daily (weather permitting) from 10am-8:30pm. For those rainy days, check out what’s on offer at The Bunker on Main Street in Moncton!

💚🏎️ East Coast Karting is open (weather permitting) on Saturdays and Sundays. Check their Facebook for updates & details!

🎧 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!

Check out BGC Dieppe’s May programs on their Facebook page.

Akadi Lumina opens May 16 with several dates throughout the month.

Sussex Mini Golf opens for the season on May 17!

Cindy Roy, the author of Féeli Tout, is launching her new book, MAXIMICHEIN, on May 18 at Chapters.

Candy Craze Shediac on the Pointe Du Chêne Wharf is set to reopen May 18.

Public Safety Day (May 31) is going to be awesome in Three Rivers. The Petitcodiac Arena will have ambulances, police cars, fire trucks, & more!

The folks who love Lou MacNarin school are raising money for an accessible playground. They’re hosting a fundraising dance, Lou’s Little Big Ball, on May 31 from 2-5pm. This is a fun event for Grades K to 6.

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

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