Welcome to another exciting weekend in Saint John! With Canada Day right around the corner, the city is buzzing with live music, cultural celebrations, and fantastic food. Whether you’re looking to kick off summer on the boardwalk or enjoy a quiet book club, we’ve got you covered. For a full list of events, be sure to check out our Saint John Daily Events Page.

Canada Day & Kickoff to Summer Celebrations

Get ready to celebrate! The festivities start early with the Multiculturalism Day Celebration at Market Square on Saturday, June 27. Then, gear up for the ultimate summer kickoff on Tuesday, June 30, with CLASSIFIED on The Boardwalk.

On Wednesday, July 1, the city goes all out for Canada Day! Catch Bran Van 3000 on The Boardwalk, enjoy family-friendly fun at Canada Day at Market Square!, and don’t miss the Saint John sign lighting as it glows red and white for the holiday.

Live Music & Nightlife

If you’re looking to groove this weekend, start your Friday right with MIX Live Music and Cocktails Friday or unwind at LIVE JAZZ FRIDAY’S at Trinity Galleries.

Wasted Day Brewing is packing the weekend with tunes, featuring 2-6PM Reggae Day and a double-header tribute night with Mindset’s a Threat (RATM Tribute) and Mr Jack (SOAD Tribute) on Saturday, June 27, followed by The Bomb Show on Monday, June 29.

Later in the week, head over to O’Leary’s Pub for Open Mic Night on Wednesday, July 1, and catch Sarahtonein bringing infectious energy to the stage on Thursday, July 2.

Food & Drink Specials

Foodies, rejoice! Treat yourself to The Saturday Bakery pop-up at East Coast Bistro on June 27. If you’re craving seafood, grab your advance tickets for the Royal Canadian Legion Kennebecasis Branch 058 – Annual Lobster Supper happening the same day.

Looking for a great deal? Enjoy Happy Hour @ Britt’s on Friday, or stop by for their Southern Chicken Wednesday special on Canada Day. You can also keep the good times rolling with Beer Bread’s 5,6,7,10 Thursdays with Live Music on July 2.

Community & Games

For a more relaxed vibe, join fellow book lovers at the Silent Book Club Saint John at Picaroons on Sunday, June 28. Feeling lucky? Head to Exhibition Park for Bingo on Sunday or Tuesday.

Test your knowledge at Trivia Tuesdays at Sumac & Thyme on June 30. Finally, consider giving back to the community by booking an appointment at the Blood Donor Clinic at the qplex on Monday, June 29.