Let’s Party

Expect to meet lots of friendly folks at one of our many festivals and events happening throughout the Miramichi region. We have a wide variety of festivals that showcase our heritage, culture, and fun-loving nature. We dare you to not have a good time!

MIRAMICHI STRIPER CUP

MAY 27TH TO 29TH, 2022 The Miramichi Striper Cup is Atlantic Canada’s premier competitive bass fishing experience held in the City of Miramichi each year during the month of May. The Team Division will take place from May 27th to 29th, 2022, while the individual division runs from May 1st to 27th.

www.miramichistripercup.com

HOOK & PADDLE TOURNAMENT

MAY 21ST, 2022 Hook and Paddle provides a unique opportunity to enter the world of kayak fishing, by providing a fun and relaxed environment at each tournament location. The series winners will be determined by the angler that registers the highest combined length from various species, or bass, as they can catch throughout the various tournaments this summer.

www.hookandpaddle.ca

MIRAMICHI INTERNATIONAL CHALK ART FESTIVAL

JUNE 25TH AND 26TH, 2022 Join the Historic Chatham Business District as we present 2D and 3D chalk artists from across North America, along with artists of all skill levels from our community, as they chalk 8’x10’ paintings over two days on the surface of Water Street.

www.facebook.com/chathambusinessdistrict

10TH ANNUAL FISHERMEN POWWOW

JULY 1ST AND 2ND, 2022 A celebration of peace and friendship with the many diverse cultures of our area.

www.fishermenpowwow.com

MIRAMICHI’S IRISH FESTIVAL

JULY 14TH TO 17TH Canada’s longest running Irish festival has something for everyone! Come enjoy pubs, music, cultural activities, and the hospitality of Miramichi.

www.canadasirishfest.com

MIRAMICHI INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL

JULY 16TH AND 17TH, 2022 Join the Historic Chatham Business District as they present the inaugural Miramichi International Kite Festival, featuring some of Atlantic Canada’s top kite fliers at the Miramichi Airport.

www.facebook.com/chathambusinessdistrict

MIRAMICHI ROCK N’ ROLL FESTIVAL

JULY 29TH TO 31ST, 2022 The Miramichi Rock N’ Roll Festival will include the Golden Oldie Car Show, a concert by Kim Mitchell, street dance, fireworks, and much more. Visit their Facebook page for more information.

www.facebook.com/MiramichiRockNRollFestival/

65TH MIRAMICHI FOLKSONG FESTIVAL

AUGUST 4TH TO 7TH, 2022 Canada’s longest standing Folksong Festival will celebrate its 65th with a 4-day event hosting a noon luncheon, breakfast, children’s show, evening concerts, a Miramichi Celigh, BBQ, and square dance workshop. This year’s festival will feature Fr. Stanislas Paulin, award winning folklorist and singer, along with many other fantastic performers.

www.miramichifolksongfestival.com

NAPAN AGRICULTURE SHOW

AUGUST 11TH, 12TH, 13TH AND 14TH, 2022 The Napan Agricultural Show hosts many activities over their four-day event, like a horse haul, draft and light horse show. Check out their Facebook page for a full list of events.

www.facebook.com/napanagriculturalshow

MIRAMICHI INTERNATIONAL BUSKERS FESTIVAL

AUGUST 12TH TO 14TH, 2022 Join the Historic Chatham Business District as they present the annual Miramichi International Buskers Festival featuring some of the world’s top professional street performer acts, along with local musicians, a vendor village, and more.

www.facebook.com/chathambusinessdistrict

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND WEEKEND

AUGUST 19TH TO 21ST, 2022 The Highland Society of New Brunswick at Miramichi will be celebrating with events such as the Miramichi Scottish Festival Tartan Candlelight Banquet, The Wilson’s Point Old Fashion Family Picnic, the Memorial Church Service, and the Scottish Tea and Music at MacDonald Farm Heritage Site.

www.facebook.com/miramichihighlandsociety/

DOWNTOWN ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL

SEPTEMBER 23RD AND 24TH, 2022 Downtown Arts and Music Festival is a true platform for the regions Art and Culture community. This fabulous fest takes place annually the last weekend of September.

www.facebook.com/Downtown-Arts-Music-Festival-101156314772930

A leisurely walk from downtown will find you in the charming Ritchie Wharf waterfront park.

From here you can hop on the Max Aitken for a guided river boat tour. Dockside you can meet locals or grab a bite overlooking the beautiful Miramichi River. Finish off with a tasty ice-cream treat and stroll along to take in the sights and sounds of summer.

●Ice-cream shop ●Gifts shop ●Restaurants ●Boat tours ●Kids Splash Pad

Free Entertainment every evening and Sunday afternoons Visit us dockside at Ritchie Wharf and you’ll see...the river is just the beginning.