Recurring events
EVENTS
A vibrant community, year-round
St. Andrews by-the-Sea truly is a year-round town with lots of recurring seasonal events and activities. The time frame of your visit should coincide with the activities you want to pursue. Please keep an eye on the organizers’ websites and social media for dates and Covid-19 related updates.
On behalf of the Explore St. Andrews – Tourism Board, we are excited to announce that applications for funding for 2023 festivals and events are now open! Please click and read below guidelines and send all completed grant application forms or any questions directly to Chelsea Belyea at chelsea@kingsbraegarden.com or to Christy Kennedy at contact@treadwellinn.com.
Fall
A Burger & Beer Week in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, featuring Burger specials around town and a Craft Beer Festival in Centennial Park.
National Day for Truth & Reconcoliation in St. Andrews. For more information, please visit the Town of St. Andrews’ website.
Fall displays for Family photos, Fun Activities, Pumpkins to take home and much more.
With something for everyone, this food and wine festival will not disappoint.
Dress in your best costume and celebrate Halloween with your favourite Bay of Fundy creatures!
Paddlefest, Periwrinkle Productions, and the Huntsman Marine Science Centre present this year-around concert series that takes place at the Dunn Theatre.
The 2nd Annual Dragonboat Festival “Race by-the-Sea” is taking place on September 23, 2023 at Katy’s Cove. Find more information here.
Winter
Come to St. Andrews and celebrate everything Christmas with us! Enjoy a hot cacao while watching the famous lobster tree lighting, listen to carolers and much more!
Entries will be displayed for voting in various downtown window fronts.
Categories:
Professional, Children + Teens, Families, Groups and Adults.
Listen to 15 performers during Winter Warmer Festival. Mostly acoustic based acts from the Atlantic Canadian region and often one or two from further afield. Come and get Cosy!
Come to St. Andrews and celebrate everything Christmas with us! Enjoy a hot cacao while watching the famous lobster tree lighting, listen to carolers and much more!
A three-night European style night market, which will make you feel as if you’re stepping into a Hallmark movie! Enter our contests, buy last-minute gifts and support our local businesses.
Winter Warmer takes place in January / early February. Mostly acoustic based acts from the Atlantic Canadian region and often one or two from further afield.
Come to St. Andrews and celebrate everything Christmas with us! Enjoy a hot cacao while watching the famous lobster tree lighting, listen to carolers and much more!
A three-night European style night market, which will make you feel as if you’re stepping into a Hallmark movie! Enter our contests, buy last-minute gifts and support our local businesses.
Winter Warmer takes place in January / early February. Mostly acoustic based acts from the Atlantic Canadian region and often one or two from further afield.
Spring
The perfect yard sale for thrifty treasure hunters. This year’s Yard Sale is on May 13, 2023. To be featured on the map, contact Town Hall at 506-529-5120.
A popular music and outdoor recreation festival held in St. Andrews, NB every spring. 2023 Paddlefest is taking place from May 18 to 21.
The #1 adventure for you and your family. The whale watching season generally runs from mid-May to mid-October. More info? Find our whale watchers in our Business Directory.
St. Andrews Farmers' Market
The St. Andrews Farmers’ Market welcomes you EVERY Thursday from 8:30am to 1:00pm, May 25th – October 5th 2023 outdoors in the Town’s Market Square.
Enjoy
Live Music
Check out the Red Herring Pub, Saint Andrews Brewing Company, the Dunn Theatre and the KIRA Amphitheatre.
Summer
The #1 adventure for you and your family. The whale watching season generally runs from mid-May to mid-October. Find our whale watchers in our Business Directory.
St. Andrews Farmers' Market
The St. Andrews Farmers’ Market welcomes you EVERY Thursday from 8:30am to 1:00pm, May 25th – October 5th 2023 outdoors in the Town’s Market Square.
Charlotte County Pride
2023 Charlotte County Pride is taking place in St. Andrews from June 10 to 17. Join us for a whole week of fantastic Pride Events.
Enjoy
Live Music
Check out the Red Herring Pub, Saint Andrews Brewing Company, Ministers Island, Char & Chowder, the Windsor House, and KIRA Amphitheatre.
Broadway by-the Sea returns to St. Andrews. Sweet Dreams – The Air Supply Musical is taking place on June 10, 2023 and the Broadway by-the Sea Musical Revue Concert is happening on August 26, 2023 at KIRA Amphitheatre.
Enjoy Sunday Island concerts on Ministers Island from June to September. This Concert Series is an awesome way to enjoy the summer. Ticket includes island access, concert, and island parking.
Celebrate Canada Day in St. Andrews. This is one of the largest Canada Day celebrations in the province. The full event schedule for 2023 is TBA. Canada Day with Matt Anderson at KIRA Amphitheatre.
The St. Andrews Arts Council is enriching communities with educational and performing arts workshops and events in Opera, Choir, Drama, Dance, and Instrumental Music. Take a look at their event schedule here.
Artists by the Sea is an annual event raising funds for Hospice of Charlotte County. Sales and silent auction during the 18th annual event in 2023 are taking place on July 15 & 16 at the Anglican Parish Hall.
Can’t get enough of antique shopping? The annual St. Andrews Antique Market is a must visit. This year’s market is taking place on August 6, 2023 in the Town’s Market Square.
Join us and see New Brunswick’s biggest talents perform live on stage at KIRA Amphitheatre on August 5. The winning performer will be crowned New Brunswick’s talent and receive a grand prize of $5000!
The 16th Annual Woodcarving Competition and Sale, organized by the NB Woodcarving Association, will be held from August 11 – 13 at Sir James Dunn Academy. Find more information here.