The following list details the Rallies-Rides-Runs and other events in New Brunswick.
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2024 Rallies, Runs
Festivals & Events
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APRIL
April 26-28- Fri-Sun
Fredericton Tattoo Expo will be held at the Capital Exhibit Centre, 355 Smythe St., Fredericton, NB. Over 120 talented tattoo artists from across North America will be tattooing live all weekend. Lots of live music, tattoo contests, vendors, and more! More Info: Facebook
April 27 – Saturday
Sussex Lions Club 1st Annual Motorcycle Swap Meet at 58 Willow Court, Sussex, NB. Time: 8am-4pm. Tables are $20, and additional tables $15. Inside “Show & Shine” in separate room. Admission: $5, under 12 free, Canteen on-site. Contact: Ricky 506-874-1178 or Alaine 506-434-4409.
MAY
May 4 – Saturday
International Female Ride Day is held worldwide Just Ride!
More info: motoress.com/international-female-ride-day/
May 18 – Saturday
2nd C.A.V. Point 59 Season Opener Run. Registration: 11am-noon at 69 Branch Legion, Saint John, NB. Kickstands up at noon. Cost: $20/bike, passengers are free. All makes & models of bikes are welcome to participate. More info: Chris Langille 506-721-5039 or email point59president@gmail.com
May 19 – Sunday
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2024 – Moncton • Shediac • Saint John NB. All riders MUST be registered at The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website to view local ride details. Fundraise & be rewarded. Keep updated & register at https://www.gentlemansride.com
May 25 – Saturday
3rd Annual Ride 4 Autism. Starting/Ending Point for 1st Ride of 2024: #500 East Riverside Drive, Perth-Andover, NB. Reg: 10:30-1am, with kickstands up at 11:15am. Cost: $20/Motorcycle donation. Ride ends with BBQ – $5/2 hot dogs & drink; 50/50 Draw. Info: 506-273-6721 or email: uvarcinc@gmail.com
JUNE
June 1 – Saturday
Run For The Son – Moncton Area – All Bikers Welcome! Christian Motorcyclists Association. Any donations are greatly appreciated. For more info: http://www.cmacanada.ca
From Moncton: Cable Ferry/Kingston Peninsula Ride – Meet & Greet at 9am at 720 Coverdale Rd, Riverview, NB. KSU at 9:30am. There will be a midday lunch stop in the Grand Bay/Westfield area. Gas stops no more than 200km apart. Come with a full tank, an empty bladder, and leave your watch at home!
June 1 – Saturday
Hard Way Cycles 10th Anniversary Show & Shine at 300 Wilsey Road, Fredericton, NB. All ages & bikes welcome! Many classes, loud pipe contest, local vendors, Food Truck & Live Music on site. More info: Facebook
June 1-2 – Sat-Sun
Atlantic Region Motocross at Riverglade MX, Riverglade, NB.
Practice: Saturday, Racing: Sunday.
More info: Facebook or www.atlanticmotocross.com
June 6-9 – Thurs-Sun
Freddy Beach Ribfest at Capital Exhibit Centre, 361 Smythe St., Fredericton, NB.
The Maritime’s largest food and music festival with continuous live music and indoor &
outdoor activities. More info: www.freddybeachribfest.ca
June 6-9 – Thurs-Sun
Gathering of the Scots Festival at 550 East Riverside Drive., Perth-Andover, NB.
A cultural celebration with Scottish Athletics, Tug-O-War, Rugby, Massed Pipe Bands, Live Music, Dance, Falconry, Jousting, Workshops, and both Retail & Refreshment venues More info: https://gatheringofthescots.com/
June 6-9 – Thurs-Sun
Living Roots Music Festival at various venues – cafes, restaurants, parks, street corners, or anywhere else in Fredericton, NB. Acts from across the country and beyond; solo, duo, bands, poetry…anything goes. More info: Facebook
June 8 – Saturday
40th Annual FMC (Fredericton Motorcycle Club) Toy Ride, Reg.: 10am in parking lot of the D.E.C.H. (enter next to Stan Cassidy Center on left of the hospital) Kickstands up: 11am sharp. Fee: $20 each. New toy or monetary donations are welcomed.
June 8-9 – Sat-Sun
Canada’s 911 Ride-Atlantic is heading to Miramichi, NB. To register visit: https://ride.auxiliumgroup.com/apps/ride/registration/ More details on Facebook or canada911ride.
June 11-15 – Tues-Sat
18th Annual Moncton Highland Games featuring feats of strength, heavy events, sword competitions, pipe bands, highland dancing, musical acts & entertainment, lobster feasts & much more at the Hal Betts Sportsplex, Moncton, NB. More info at: monctonhighlandgames.com
Jun 14-15 – Fri-Sat
MTTPA – Grand Falls Truck & Tractor Pull at 60 Ouelette St., Grand Falls, NB. More Info: Facebook
June 15 – Saturday
Ride for Dad Moncton. Reg: 9-10:45am/Kick Off: 11am for a 200 km ride/Fee: $30 per bike and rider / $20 per passenger, or FREE with $100 in collected pledges. Biker’s Breakfast is included for those who register. Ride patches $5; 50/50 tickets; Show & Shine; Poker Run, finishing back at Sobey’s Mountain Rd., Moncton, NB for BBQ, ticket draw, and poker hand. Register online: https://ridefordad.ca/chapter/moncton
June 15 – Saturday
YFC Auto Fest will be held at the NB Provincial Exhibition, 361 Smythe St., Fredericton, NB. Time: 10am-5pm More Info: YFCautofest.com
June 21-22 – Fri-Sat
Rogersville Country Festival at Rogersville, NB. For more info & tickets:
www.rogersvillebluegrass.com/country-festival.html
June 21-23 – Fri-Sun
East Coast Games at Saint John, NB. The East Coast Games is Saint John’s major tournament weekend and Atlantic Canada’s largest annual sporting event. For more info & tickets: eastcoastgames.ca
June 22 – Saturday
Cultural Expressions Festival held at the Capital Exhibit Centre, 355 Smythe Street, Fredericton, NB. One day of multicultural dance and music, international food, displays, and more. More Info: Facebook
June 28-29 – Fri-Sat
MTTPA – Centreville Truck & Tractor Pull at 698 Central St., Centreville, NB. More Info: Facebook
JULY
July 3-7 – Wed-Sun
Atlantic Nationals Automotive Extravaganza along Main St., Moncton, NB. Welcome to paradise – a car-loving 5-day weekend with car shows, prizes, meet & greets, personalities, scenic cruises, and the all-day FREE Friday street party. More Info: www.atlanticnationals.com/
July 4-6 – Thurs-Sat
Edmundston Jazz & Blues Festival marks the beginning of summer with artists from NB, Quebec, Ontario, NS & the US. Enjoy jazz, blues, swing, latin & funk throughout venues in Edmundston, NB. More Info: jazzbluesedmundston.com/en/
July 5-14 – Fri-Sun
Shediac Lobster Festival. Enjoy music concerts, dance parties, lobster eating contests, rides, and a 600-guest outdoor lobster dinner on Main St. in Shediac, NB. More Info: www.shediaclobsterfestival.ca/en
July 6 – Saturday
Beer on the Bridge at the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge, Fredericton, NB. A fundraising Beer Festival starting at 6 pm with mead, beer, cider, live music & more. More Info: Facebook
July 7-14 – Sun-Sun
Festival des rameurs (Rowing Boat Festival) at 582 rue Principale, Petit-Rocher, NB. Various activities with a rowing competition (22 miles/35km) taking place on Saturday. More info: www.festivaldesrameurs.net
July 9-14 – Tue-Sun
Western Festival at Saint-Quentin, NB. Professional Rodeo events, live musical entertainment, Miss Cow-Girl Pageant, and more! Bracelets by the day or week. More details at: festivalwesternnb.com or call 1-877-898-9342.
July 12-13 – Fri-Sat
Big Ax Craft Beer Festival at Nackawic, NB. Just 40-min. from Fredericton, join the dozens of craft beer producers from across the Maritimes & beyond and explore new-to-you brews, live music & tasty treats from food trucks. Shuttle service from Woodstock, Saint John & Fredericton & a free water taxi service for attendees staying in Nackawic. More details at: bigaxefestival.com
July 12-13 – Fri-Sat
MTTPA – Woodstock Old Home Week Truck & Tractor Pull at Connell Park Raceway, Woodstock, NB. More Info: Facebook
July 13-21 – Sat-Sun
New Brunswick Fisheries & Aquaculture Festival at Shippagan, NB.
Maritime heritage is celebrated with the blessing of boats. music shows, sporting events, theatre & more. More info: Facebook
Jul 18-21 Thur-Sun
52nd Richibucto Scallop Festival – Richibucto, NB. Visit the vendors along Main St. and enjoy activities, live music nightly, fresh delicious scallops, parade, fireworks & much more. Schedule: Website
Motorcycle Rally on July 20th – see below.
July 19-21 – Fri-Sun
Miramichi Irish Festival at Miramichi, NB.
Canada’s longest-running Irish festival with Celtic dancing, cultural workshops, family reunions, and of course pubs, music & corned beef & cabbage. More info: www.canadasirishfest.ca
July 20 – Saturday
11th Annual Richibucto Scallop Festival Motorcycle Rally at the Richibucto Wharf. Reg: 9-11am, kickstands up 11am. Prizes, scallops & refreshments to follow.
July 20-21 – Sat-Sun
Atlantic Region Motocross Riverglade National Weekend at Riverglade MX, Riverglade, NB.
(Amature Day Non-Points / Schedule may differ) Practice: Saturday, Racing: Sunday.
More info: Facebook or www.atlanticmotocross.com
July 25-27 – Thurs-Sat
Blues d’la Baie Festival at Petit Rocher, NB. Dive into the enchanting soul of the blues, feel every note, and lose yourself in the magic of music. See the Downchild Blues Band, Matt Minglewood, Monkey Junk & many more! More info: www.bluesdlabaie.com/en/home
July 25-August 17
The Rolling Barrage – Coast to Coast Ride to combat PTSD.
Registration is now open: www.therollingbarrage.com
Beginning in Atlantic Canada – July 25, 26, 27 – St. John’s, Nfld.; July 28 – Gander, Nfld; July 29th – Ferry (Last Boat 23:45hrs); July 30th – Aulds Cove, NS; July 31 – Dartmouth, NS; August 1 – Oromocto, NB; and continuing across Canada ending in Aldergrove, BC on August 17th.
July 26-28 – Fri-Sun
New Brunswick Highland Games at Fredericton, NB. A fun-filled weekend on the historic grounds of Government House. Award-winning Celtic music, piping & drumming, highland dance, Scottish athletics, food vendors & more. More info: www.highlandgames.ca
July 26-28 – Fri-Sun
Moto Rock Fest at Kedgwick, NB. Food truck, live music, burnout competition,
bike games, group rides, camping on-site. More info: Facebook
July 27-28 – Sat-Sun
Boxcar Country Music Festival at Saint John, NB. The waterfront container village on the Saint John waterfront features an exciting lineup of Canadian country music artists with ticketed evening shows, and free family-friendly events daily during the weekend. More info: www.area506.ca/boxcar
AUGUST
Aug 1-5 – Thurs-Mon
Miramichi Folksong Festival at Miramichi, NB celebrates traditional and contemporary folk music at Canada’s longest-standing folk festival. Details: Website
August 2-3 – Fri-Sat
Festival Royale at Edmundston, NB. A festival of electronic music and rock shows downtown on Canada Street over 2 days. More info: festivalroyal.ca
August 2-4 – Fri-Sun
Area 506 Festival at Saint John, NB. The waterfront container village on the Saint John waterfront features 3 nights of incredible music, vendors, brands & cultural groups during the weekend. More info: www.area506.ca
August 2-4 – Fri-Sun
SappyFest at Sackville, NB. A long weekend of music, poetry & performance artists along Bridge Street in Sackville, NB. More info: www.sappyfest.com
August 2-4 – Fri-Sun
Nashwaak Music Fest at Nashwaak, NB. A long weekend of East Coast music, camping, food vendors & jam tents in a clean, safe environment a the Nashwaak Festival Grounds along Rte 107. More info: www.nashwaakmusicfestival.com
August 3 – Sat
Down East Brew Festival – MOCO downtown, 100 Regent St., Fredericton, NB. Tickets: EventSeeker
August 5-15– Mon-Thur
Festival acadien de Caraquet at Caraquet, NB. Get ready to party loud and proud at the biggest Acadian celebration of the year with many artists, events & Tintamarre parade on Acadian Day. More info: festivalacadien.ca/english
August 8-11 – Thurs-Sun
Chocolate River Hog Rally – Atlantic Regional HOG Rally at Moncton, NB. For more info: Facebook
August 8-12 – Thur-Mon
Future Forest Festival – An Art Experience, 18th Road, Albright’s Corner, NB. An outdoor camping, arts festival featuring over 120 musicians and performers in the middle of a natural off-grid retreat on Little River. A truly unique experience! More info: www.futureforest.ca
August 9-10 – Fri-Sat
Maritime Harley Drags at the Miramichi Dragway, Miramichi, NB. For more info: Facebook
August 9-11 – Fri-Sun
Fundy Sea Shanty Festival at Fundy-St. Martins, NB pays homage to ships & sailors who helped forge nations through stories and songs. Enjoy sea shanty performances, workshops, great food & music, a pirate encampment, and pop-up events throughout the region. More info: www.fundyseashantyfest.com
August 9-11 – Fri-Sun
Life at the Lakes at Cambridge-Narrows, NB A festival with art, great food, wine tasting, music, a car show & more at locations throughout the area. More info: www.lifeatthelakesfestival.ca
August 10 – Saturday
Mega Show Tracadie – Party Acadien under the Big Top at 4104 Main St., Tracadie, NB. Enjoy the music of entertainers: Les Gars du Nord, 1755 & Quimorucru. More info: spectacletracadie.com/party-acadien
August 10th – Saturday
Red Knights Memorial Ride, Chapter NB1. Reg: Fire Hall KV1, 7 Campbell Drive, Rothsay, NB, 10am with kickstands up at 11am. Cost: $20 per rider, $10 per passenger. All proceeds will be donated to the Atlantic Burn Camp.
August 15 – Thursday
National Acadian Day is when Acadian communities big & small get decked out in blue,
white & red to celebrate with music, concerts & the Tintamarre parade. Info: Website
Aug 23-25 – Fri-Sun
Rogersville Bluegrass Festival at Rogersville, NB. A 3-day event featuring some of the best bluegrass music artists around. For more info & tickets: www.rogersvillebluegrass.com/bluegrass-festival.html
August 29 – Sunday
Summer Soulsa 2024 at Barracks Square, Fredericton, NB featuring Atlantic Canada’s biggest Afro-Caribbean, Latin, and African music festival. Join the fun with a parade downtown and performances from guest DJs, artists & bands. Free admission. Details: Facebook
Aug 29-Sept 2 – Thurs-Mon
Riverbend Festival at Bath NB. Western NB’s ONLY hot air balloon festival featuring twice-daily balloon flights (6:30 am & 5:30 pm); a Saturday Market with vendors & food trucks & music; a Sunday firefighters brunch; vehicle show tethered rides & evening balloon glow and Monday’s Professional Lumberjack Competition. All events at Fair Grounds, 200 Main St., Bath, NB. For more info: riverbendfestivals.com
SEPTEMBER
Aug 29-Sept 2 – Thurs-Mon
Riverbend Festival at Bath NB. Western NB’s ONLY hot air balloon festival featuring twice-daily balloon flights (6:30 am & 5:30 pm); a Saturday Market with vendors & food trucks & music; a Sunday firefighters brunch; vehicle show tethered rides & evening balloon glow and Monday’s Professional Lumberjack Competition. All events at Fair Grounds, 200 Main St., Bath, NB. For more info: riverbendfestivals.com
Sept 2-8 – Mon-Sun
New Brunswick Provincial Exhibition (NBEX) at Capital Exhibit Centre, 355 Smythe Street, Fredericton, NB. More info: www.nbextheevent.com
Sept 5-8 – Thurs-Sun
Atlantic Balloon Fiesta features 30 hot air balloons flying twice daily (early morning & early evening); both an indoor & outdoor market, food vendors, all weekend-long bandstand, amusement rides, and an Antique Car Show and Shine on Sunday. More info: Facebook
Sept 7 – Saturday
Funk & Bier Edmundston – Join us in downtown Edmundston, NB for the best craft beers in the East, excellent Funk music, and friendly encounters. More info: Facebook or email: info@funkbier.com
Sept 7 – Saturday
4th Annual Ride 4 Suicide Awareness. Reg: 9:30-10:30am at J&T Powersports, 156 Houlton Rd., Woodstock, NB. Fee: $20/per bike. Ride departs: 11am and ends at J & T Powersports with 50/50 Draw & lots of door prizes. All proceeds to the Maddy Murphy Memorial Fund. For more info: call or text 506-425-1740 or email: ride4suicideawareness@gmail.com
September 7-8 – Sat-Sun
Atlantic Region Motocross at Riverglade MX, Riverglade, NB.
Practice: Saturday, Racing: Sunday.
More info: Facebook or www.atlanticmotocross.com
Sept 10-15 – Tues-Sun
Harvest Music Festival features 6 incredible days of over 150 performances from acclaimed performers, regional acts and emerging Canadian artists, across 20 stages in beautiful, historic, downtown Fredericton, NB. Details: www.harvestmusicfest.ca
Sept 13-15 – Fri-Sun
The 15th Cabot Trail Biker 9/11 Ride to Maine, US. Thousands of Americans ride their bikes to enjoy Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail and Daniel Ross wants to give back to our American biker friends by raising money for the Rolling Thunder Charities. We’re leaving St. John, NB, or somewhere close at 9am on Friday, September 13th, 2023, and meeting the US contingent of the 9/11 ride in Maine at a destination we haven’t finalized just yet :)… but looking like Sugarloaf again – awesome! Hope you can come! Questions: text 902-870-4630, or email: cabottrailbiker@gmail.com. To join the ride to Maine for the weekend, OR to donate to this charity visit: www.cabottrailbiker.com/9-11-ride
OCTOBER
Oct 6 – Sunday
17th Annual Lakes and Rivers Ride & BBQ – 2nd Cav Passchendaele Unit. Reg: 10-11am at Cannaconnect parking, 261 Restigouche Rd. Oromocto, NB. Kickstands up at 11am. Fee: $20/bike. BBQ by donation with all proceeds raised to the local Veteran Wellness programs. For more info: Ginny Matheson at 506-471-6340 or www.thecav.ca Rain Date: October 13th
Seasonal Weekly Bike Nights & BBQs:
• Thursdays in MONCTON at St. Louis Bar & Grill, Mountain Road featuring 1/2 price apps & poutine, prizes and live entertainment on the patio
• Thursdays in FREDERICTON at Hard Way Cycles, 300 Wilsey Road from 5:30-8pm in support of Bikers Down Support
