What to do with the kids this weekend in Greater Moncton (Sept 12-14, 2025)
It’s another fun-filled weekend of festivals, events, & family-friendly outings in Greater Moncton!
There’s the Albert County Exhibition for rides & agricultural-themed fun, Levee on the Lake for the musically inclined (including a special children’s event on Saturday!), the annual Moncton Multiples Consignment Sale at the Coliseum, basketball & hockey fun, Mexican Independence Day celebrations, apple u-picks, & more! Read on for links & details!
There’s free skating at the Shediac Festival Arena on Fridays, 9:50-10:50am.
The Albert County Exhibition is underway, with agricultural displays & demonstrations, a mounted horseman shooting show, carnival rides, and more.
Moncton sous les étoiles kicks off tonight; it’s a series of free French films shown in Victoria Park.
And if you see lots of folks running along the trail in Riverview, give them a wave & cheer them on! They’re taking part in the 9th annual Kegs & Legs 5K; huge congrats to our podcasting partner Tosh Taylor & her crew for this incredibly fun event (though it is more a parents’ night out than a family outing).
Start your morning at the Riverview Lions Club for a pancake breakfast! You can east for $10/person or $30/family – and kids five & under eat free.
The Norval McConnell 3-on-3 basketball tournament returns to Moncton’s Riverfront on Sept. 13, with a live DJ, food trucks, prizes, and more. The day begins with the U11 teams and moves on up to high schoolers & adults. There’ll even be a fun game with the Tri-City Tide taking on the Mascots at 3pm.
The Wildcats are ready for season 30! Catch the Cats Cup at 10am at the Avenir Centre, with Fan Fest at noon. A chance to get autographs, enjoy bouncy castles & BBQ, and see the new Hype Crew perform! (Check out Wild Willie’s Kids’ Club for a great deal on tickets for youth; $70 for tickets to seven game plus lots of neat extras!)
Moncton musician Vimal will offer a performance and Q&A session for youth, ages 10-18, at the Moncton library on Sept. 13 from 2-3:30pm. This is a free event, but you are suggested to reserve your spot by calling 506-869-6000 or emailing BiblioMonctonLib@gnb.ca.
Levee on the Lake is back Sept. 11-14, with all sorts of fantastic programming you should check out – but especially the FREE children’s concert on Saturday, with music by Backhouse Brass, sing-a-longs with Shelley Bean & The Duckety Muds, and train rides with Little Obie! Train rides are from 9:30-10:30am, the show begins at 10:30am, and train rides resume around 11:45am & continue for an hour or so.
The Albert County Exhibition continues today.
Boyle Family Farm is opening to the public on September 13 & 14 with a fall petting zoo, corn maze for the kids, pumpkin patch, & more!
The Moncton Multiples Consignment Sale returns to the Moncton Coliseum on Saturday, September 13. You need to pre-purchase tickets for the earliest entry, but from 11am-1pm it’s free entry. This is a great way to shop from local families to outfit kids with clothes, toys, shoes, books, & more. The earlier you go, the better the selection, but it’s always worth a visit in our opinion!
There’s a great line up of vendors at the Shediac Fall Market, 11am-4pm, at the Multipurpose Centre. It’s free to attend & we see several family-friendly vendors with local colouring books, children’s authors, and more.
There’s a fashion show planned for the Dieppe Arts & Culture Centre on Sept. 13.
Maple Hills & Irishtown Community Centre are showing the new Lilo & Stitch movie on Sept. 13. No set entry charge, though donations are welcome. Doors open at 6:45pm, movie begins at 7:30pm. There will be a canteen; bring your own blankets & chairs to get comfy!
Up for a road trip? Fredericton is hopping this weekend for Harvest, with KidsFest taking place Saturday 11am-3pm. Razzamatazz, The Upsy Daisies, and the Fredericton Youth Buskers will all be performing, there’s an ‘instrument petting zoo’ to try out, & more! And in the other direction, this weekend is Summo in Cavendish!
Irishtown Community Centre is hosting a Family Fun Day from noon until 4pm. Free entry with outdoor games & activities, live music, & more. Bring some money for the vendors, too!
The Town of Salisbury’s Terry Fox Run is taking place Sunday, starting at 12:30pm at Highland Park. There’s a wonderful 1km trail that you can run, walk, or bike once or in loops – or you can travel the length of the fabulous new Riverside Trail for an easy 5km route. There’ll be live music on site & so much more! (You can donate at the event or through the Terry Fox Foundation website: https://run.terryfox.ca/93095.)
One more non-kid friendly event to give a special shout out to this weekend: the Fox n Hound’s First & Final Farewell for Now celebration starts at 1pm today. This has been a Riverview staple for more than 30 years & the send off will be one for the books.
Michael’s has Sunday craft sessions for kids; this week there’s a fun ghost sewing project!
Interest in the supernatural? There’s a series of presentations at the Crowne Plaza, with regional UFO researchers Chris Styles, Jim Lawrence, and Parapsychologist Elliott Van Dusen.
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day outside the Avenir Centre from 3-9pm, with musical performances, games, face painting, & more! There’s also a great celebration happening at Gaxiola Restaurant in Salisbury, starting at 4pm.
There’s free skating at the Shediac Festival Arena on Sundays at 5:30pm.
Boyle Family Farm is open today with a fall petting zoo, corn maze for the kids, pumpkin patch, & more.
These attractions & fun ideas are always worth checking out! Look for the 
for our TEEN & TWEEN picks!
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!
OUTDOOR FUN
- The SplashZone & FunZone are closed for the season, but there are still a few weekends to enjoy the Golf & TekZone fun at Magic Mountain!
The Boardwalk is open (with Butterfly World, driving range, go karts, bumpber cars & boats, mini golf, batting cages, paddle boats, and more) this weekend & next, closing for the season on Sept. 14.
Drive In Movies are perfect fall outings, especially with teens! Check out what’s playing at 
Shediac’s Neptune Drive In & the Sussex Drive In.
The Magnetic Hill Zoo is open daily.
East Coast Karting is open (weather permitting). Check their Facebook for updates & details!- 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!
Llamazing Adventures is a great way to get out & get moving! Take the llamas for a walk!
Faith First Mini Horses offers pony walks & cuddles; check their site and reach out for availability.- 💚🥾 Poley Mountain is open in the fall for hiking, biking, & more.
INDOOR FUN
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 Centrein 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.)
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.
Local libraries are always a great spot to visit, with lots of programming for all ages – and also another rainy day must visit option.- 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.
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!- We’re loving all the workshops and invitations to imagine at the Maker Hub in Riverview. Open Wednesdays through Sundays.
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.
Markets & More
- The Moncton Market & the Dieppe Market are both open on Saturday mornings, with fantastic options for local goodies.
- Many smaller communities also have markets & great hidden eating gems, like Salisbury’s growing market/antique scene and the Green Pig Country Market, as well as the Old Church Farmer’s Market in Hillsborough.
- Shediac’s Sunday market is a must visit! More than 70 vendors, live music on the stage, a great seating area, & so much fun!
- A cool spot to shop & enjoy a riverside stroll is the Starving Artist Cafe in Moncton.
- Magnetic Hill Wharf Village is still open for the season.
FUN EATS
Shout out to Banh Mi Bready, celebrating their first year in business with fun specials this week; check out their socials for updates! And while you’re at their shop, peep to see how things are coming with the new location for The Carefree Cakery.
And speaking of yummy eats, we know many of the ice cream stands have shut down now that students are back in school, but if you’re on the hunt for a great treat during these warm days, the Saint-Antoine Dairy Bar is still open seven days a week, 12-9pm. They have a great little play space for littles & a huge selection – and just about a 30-minute drive from Costco!
- Tambayan Cafe is a 2D cafe in Riverview.
- Add a photo booth shoot to your sweets order at Click & Chew in Dieppe.
- 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 now 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!
- Halo Donuts & lostandfound ice cream are next door neighbours on St. George Street, another great combo.
- And if bread & pastries are what you want, Co Pain Artisan Bread Company is where you need to go!
- In search of a special? Check out The Daily Feast for great overview of local restaurants, their deals, & more.
The 23rd annual Sackville Fall Fair takes place Sept. 18-21, with a parade, carnival rides, family fun day, & more!
Riverview’s Harvest Fest returns Sept. 19-21, with lots of family-friendly events, including Youth Glow BINGO, the annual skateboarding competition, geocaching, family fun day, and one of our seasonal favourites – Pumpkin Palooza!
IHW Wrestling will celebrate its 20th anniversary during Harvest Fest, with a show at the Coverdale Rec Centre on Sept. 20.
International Day of Peace will be celebrated Sept. 20 at Dieppe’s Dover Park, with a family-friendly event that invites you to sign a giant peace kite that will fly at 3pm. There will be an afternoon full of kites, activities, and fun!
And don’t forget: the YMCA & City of Moncton are hosting two fall BLOCK PARTIES this year! Saturday, Sept. 20 they’ll bring the bouncy castles, petting zoo, & more to Sumner Park from 2-4pm. This is a free event, great for the whole family to enjoy! (The other will be October 18 at Knox Park.)
Sunday, Sept. 21 is the Terry Fox Run on Confederation Bridge. You can sign up to run/walk until Sept. 18.
Frozen in Time, a sing-along stage experience, is at the Capitol Theatre for two shows & a VIP meet-and-greet on Sunday, Sept. 21. (Children under two can sit in your lap without purchasing a ticket for them!)
New Brunswick Open Farm Day is on Sunday, Sept. 21; several farms will open their doors to the public for free that day.
East Coast Amusements returns to the parking lot at the Moncton Coliseum, Sept. 25-28. Watch their social media for hours & ticket prices.
Greater Moncton Navratri Festival is Sept. 26 & 27.
Cap Acadie is celebrating AutomneFest Sept. 26-28, with Foodie Friday food truck celebration, an outdoor market with kids’ activities on Saturday, a community breakfast Sunday, a car show, and more!
Salisbury’s Harvest Fest is happening Sept. 26-27, kicking off with an outdoor concert at Highland Park on Friday night with Pier 19 before a Saturday afternoon filled with family fun! There’ll be animals, hayrides, BBQ & corn boil, games, and hopefully fireworks at 8pm.
We’ve updated our annual list of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, & more for your autumn adventure planning – but here are some quick tidbits for you!
Belliveau Orchard’s U-Pick is open daily, 10am-5pm, for all your apple picking fun. (Pro Tip: This is an awesome after-school option if you can swing it; make all the memories without all the crowds!)
Le Verger Goguen opens for the season this Saturday, 10am-6pm, with several apple varieties and veggies, too!
La Fleur du Pommier opens this weekend as well.
Fletcher’s Farm in Miramichi & Hunter Brothers in Florenceville-Bristol both have their corn mazes open for the season.
The Green Pig Country Market’s corn maze opens Sept. 19, with a pirate theme this year! (Just a 25-minute drive from downtown Moncton, near the Salisbury Big Stop. Make plans to visit the Town centre, too, with authentic Mexican food, amazing pizza, and the awesome Highland Park!)
Looking for some anytime inspiration this fall? We’ve updated our famous Bucket List Bingo card for the season! Save the photo (English version first, French follows) & use it to help you decide on your next adventure.
