Summer weekend in Moncton
How locals do summer in Moncton — patios, beaches, festivals and the long-evening rituals that only happen in July and August.
Top spots in Moncton
Magnetic Hill
FamilyNorthwest
Optical illusion where your car appears to roll uphill.
Parlee Beach
FamilyShediac (25 min)
Warmest saltwater north of Virginia — Acadian beach town vibes.
Resurgo Place
FamilyDowntown
Interactive transportation and city history museum.
Centennial Park
OutdoorsWest End
180 ha of trails, lake and beach in the city core.
Hopewell Rocks
OutdoorsDay trip — 40 min
World's highest tides; walk the ocean floor at low tide.
Tidal Bore Park
OutdoorsDowntown riverfront
Watch the Bay of Fundy push a wave up the Petitcodiac twice daily.
Where to eat
Little Louis' Oyster Bar
$$$Oyster bar / French · Champlain St
Maritime oysters and Quebecois wine list — Moncton's special-occasion spot.
Calactus Café
$$Vegetarian / Café · St. George St
Acadian-run veggie haven, beloved for 25 years.
Catch 22 Lobster Bar
$$$Seafood · Main St
Lobster rolls, surf-and-turf and craft cocktails.
Tide & Boar Gastropub
$$Gastropub · Main St
Boar poutine and craft beer in a heritage building.
Live & on stage
Festival Inspire
Downtown · May 15–24 · Murals / Music
HubCap Comedy Festival
Capitol Theatre · Feb 5–14 · Comedy
Magnetic Hill Concerts
Magnetic Hill · Jul – Aug · Stadium Pop / Rock
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Magnetic Hill, Tidal Bore Park, Hopewell Rocks. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Moncton and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.