AUGUST 2025
Celebrate Acadian Day in New Brunswick
Looking for something unforgettable to do on Acadian Day? You’re in the right place.
Every year on August 15, New Brunswick bursts into life with parades, music, colourful flags, and the joyful chaos of the Tintamarre—a noise-making tradition where families parade through the streets, banging pots and pans and other noisemakers. It’s fun, loud, and totally Acadian. Whether you’re from New Brunswick or just visiting, Acadian Day is one of the best times to experience the energy, resilience, and pride of Acadian culture.
Here’s your guide to what it’s all about—and where to go if you want to dive right in.
What Is Acadian Day, Anyway?
Acadian Day is celebrated on August 15 to honour the history, culture, and identity of the Acadian people. It's not just a holiday—it’s a province-wide celebration of music, food, family, and freedom. And there’s no better place to celebrate it than in New Brunswick, Canada’s only officially bilingual province and home to a huge Acadian population.
★ Top Spots to Celebrate Acadian Day in New Brunswick ★
Caraquet: The Heart of the Party
If you want to experience Acadian Day like a local, head to Caraquet on the Acadian Peninsula. This is the cultural capital of Acadia, and the Festival acadien de Caraquet (August 3–15) wraps up with the biggest Tintamarre parade in the province.
📍 Explore more in the region: Navigate the Acadian Peninsula
Bouctouche & the Eastern Shores: Where Culture Meets Coastline
Want a more laid-back vibe with lots of heart? Head to Bouctouche or explore Shediac, and Cap-Pelé along the Eastern Shores to take in the scenery.
Top experiences:
- Visit Le Pays de la Sagouine, an open-air village full of music, comedy, and Acadian storytelling
- Soak up the Summer sun at Parlee Beach
- Get up close with a lobster at the Homarus Centre in Shediac, the Lobster Capital of the World
📍 Plan your trip: Navigate the Eastern Shores
Moncton: Big City, Big Celebration
Head to Moncton on August 15 for Acadie Rock, a high-energy celebration with live music, a lively Tintamarre parade, and an evening concert at Riverfront Park. It’s a full day of dancing, flag-waving, and making joyful noise in true Acadian style.
Edmundston, Dieppe, and Beyond
You don’t have to be on the coast to feel the energy. Check out:
- Sortie Branchée en Acadie in Edmundston
- Dieppe’s Tintamarre, a classic parade with modern flair
- Acadian Day Celebrations in Fredericton, Miramichi, Bathurst, and Saint John
Wherever you are, you’re never far from a celebration.
What to Bring (and What to Expect)
Looking for Places to Stay, Eat, and Explore?
Whether you're road-tripping for the day or planning a long weekend around Acadian Day, you'll want to know where the locals love to go. From charming inns and cozy cottages to hidden beach spots and the best seafood — our guide, Navigate NB, has you covered.
📍 Explore New Brunswick
See You on August 15!
Acadian Day in New Brunswick is something everyone should experience at least once. Whether you’re watching the Tintamarre from the sidewalk or marching in it yourself, you’ll walk away with a huge smile—and probably some new friends.
Vive l’Acadie!
