Level Up Your New Year’s Resolution: 

Explore New Brunswick’s Arts, Music, and Culture

As the calendar flips to 2026, many of us commit to resolutions that enrich our lives. This can include reading more, connecting with community, or exploring new experiences. What if one simple resolution could help you achieve all three?

This year, consider making a commitment to support New Brunswick’s vibrant arts and culture scene. Across the province, creativity is thriving through theatre, music, galleries, festivals, literature, and cultural celebrations. No matter your interests, there is a way for you to participate.

Below are some fun, accessible ways to embrace arts and culture locally in 2026.

Go Out to the Theatre—or Step Into the Spotlight Yourself

Theatre has a unique way of bringing people together. Whether you're sitting in the audience or you’re the one helping bring a story to life onstage or behind the scenes, theatre is an impactful art form that connects community. New Brunswick’s theatre community thrives because of local support, and every ticket purchased or volunteer hour contributed helps sustain this creative energy. In 2026, challenge yourself to explore a new production, join a workshop, or even audition for a local play.

Check out these Theatre Companies & Theatre Festivals Across NB

Support New Brunswick Artists and Makers

Art has the power to change how we see the world, and New Brunswick is full of remarkable creators whose work reflects the beauty and diversity of our province. Whether you are an experienced collector or someone exploring original art for the first time, there is no shortage of ways to connect with local artists. Whether you're visiting one of New Brunswick's many art galleries, or purchasing a piece from a local artists, supporting the arts strengthens the cultural fabric and economy and helps artists continue sharing their vision.

Art Galleries

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Tune in to New Brunswick Musicians

Live music creates an atmosphere that recordings cannot match, and New Brunswick is home to an exciting and varied music scene. You can find everything from small acoustic shows to large outdoor festivals throughout the year.

Make 2026 the year you discover new performers and help keep local venues, music festivals and musicians thriving.

Attend a Local Cultural Festival

New Brunswick’s cultural landscape is shaped by Indigenous communities, Acadian heritage, and long-standing local traditions. Cultural festivals provide opportunities to learn, celebrate, and connect with people from across the province. These events offer food, music, art, and storytelling that reflect the richness of the communities that call New Brunswick home.

Read Local: Discover New Brunswick Authors and Independent Bookstores

If one of your goals for 2026 is to read more, choosing books by New Brunswick authors and supporting local bookstores are meaningful ways to begin. Local writers explore the province’s stories, humour, and history in ways that resonate with readers of all ages. Independent bookstores across New Brunswick make it easy to find local titles and support the writers who bring these stories to life.

Support the Local Arts Scene

From theatre seats to gallery walls, music stages to festival grounds, New Brunswick offers countless ways to engage with creativity and culture. By making a simple resolution to support the local arts scene, you become part of the story, strengthening communities, amplifying local voices, and enriching your own year with memorable experiences.