Make the Most of Fall in New Brunswick
TCrisp air, colourful forests, and seasonal flavours make this a great time to explore New Brunswick.
From scenic trails and local cafés to apple orchards, community events, and harvest markets, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the season. Plan a day trip, visit a familiar favourite, or discover somewhere new along the way.
Explore the Outdoors
Fall is one of the best times to explore New Brunswick’s trails. Cooler temperatures, colourful forests, and views that stretch across the coast, rivers, and hills make every outing feel a little more memorable.
Whether you are planning a longer hike or a simple walk through the woods, there are plenty of trails to enjoy throughout the province. Bring a warm drink, take your time, and make the most of the season.
Explore the colours of fall.
Miscou Island Peat Bog Boardwalk - Miscou Island
Bog Trail - Kouchibouguac National Park
Turtle Mountain Trail - Grand-Bay Westfield
Mount Carleton Provincial Park - Saint-Quentin
Shiktehawk Stream Trail - Florenceville-Bristol
Laverty Falls - Fundy National Park
Sugarloaf Mountain Trail - Atholville
Sheldon Point Trail in Irving Nature Park - Saint John
Chamcook Mountain - St. Andrews
Lepreau Falls Provincial Park - Lepreau
Enjoy a Cozy Coffee Stop
Sometimes, the best part of a fall day is finding a comfortable place to pause. A warm coffee, a fresh baked treat, or a hearty lunch can be the perfect addition to a day spent exploring.
Across New Brunswick, local cafés and restaurants offer welcoming spaces to enjoy seasonal flavours and take in the view outside. Make a stop, settle in, and enjoy a slower moment this fall.
Cozy up. Sip slow. Stay awhile.
Kaffeine Espresso Bar - Bathurst
Honeybeans Coffee Tea & Treats - Saint Andrews
Java Moose Coffee Roasters - Saint John
Maison Lorentz - Tracadie
McPhee's Home Bakery - Saint John
CoPain Artisan Bread Company - Moncton
Visit Local Orchards and Farms
Apple picking, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and farm markets are all part of what makes fall in New Brunswick so memorable.
A visit to a local orchard or farm is an easy way to spend time outdoors, enjoy local products, and make the most of the harvest season. Bring home fresh apples, pick out a pumpkin, and create a few new fall traditions along the way.
Make time for a fall favourite.
Verger Haut Tilley Road - Tracadie
Belliveau Orchard - Memramcook
Cameron's Apple Orchard - Gagetown
Mackay Apple Orchard - Kingston
La Fleur du Pommier - Cocagne
Everett Family Orchard - Fredericton
Charlotte's Family Orchard - Gagetown
Dukeshire's Apples Orchard Shade Farms - Northampton
Gilbert Farm Ltd - Burton
River View Orchard - Keswick
Coburn Farms - Keswick
Johnny Appleseed - Keswick
Fletcher’s Farm - Miramichi
Hunter Brothers‘ Farm - Florenceville-Bristol
Green Pig Market - Salisbury
Discover Fall Events
Fall brings communities across New Brunswick together for festivals, markets, live music, local food, and seasonal celebrations.
From harvest events and outdoor gatherings to arts, culture, and family activities, there is always something worth adding to the calendar. It is a great way to experience a new place, support local businesses, and enjoy the season alongside the community.
See what’s happening this fall.
Atlantic Balloon Fiesta - Sussex - September 10-13, 2026
Levee on the Lake - Sackville - September 10-13, 2026
Charlo Fall Fair - Charlo - September 11-13, 2026
Harvest Music Festival - Fredericton - September 15-20, 2026
Sackville Fall Fair - Sackville - September 16-20, 2026
Riverview Harvest Fest - Riverview - September 18-20, 2026
Bathurst Annual Harvest Fest - Bathurst - September 19, 2026
Fall Celebrations (La Grande Grouille) - Edmundston - October 1-4, 2026
Provincial Giant Pumpkin Festival - Neguac - October 4, 2026
Kedgwick Fall Festival - Kedgwick - October 7-11, 2026
Indulge Food & Wine Festival - Saint Andrews - October 14-18, 2026
Your fall hideaway is waiting.
Fall in New Brunswick is too good to experience just one way. Whether you’re chasing colours on the trails, lingering in a cozy café, or filling your basket at a pumpkin patch, the season is all about slowing down and enjoying what makes this province special.
There is plenty to enjoy across New Brunswick this fall. Spend the day outdoors, stop for a warm drink, visit a local farm, or add a seasonal event to your plans.
However you choose to explore, this is a wonderful time to discover the places, flavours, and communities that make the province special.
Did we miss someone great?
Probably — and that’s the beauty of New Brunswick. There are so many local businesses, makers, restaurants, breweries, and experiences to discover that we can’t fit them all into one blog. If you know a spot we should feature in a future post, send us a note.
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