AUGUST 2025
End Summer in Style: Labour Day in New Brunswick
It’s a hard truth, but summer is almost over. Kids are reluctantly counting down the last few days before school, backpacks are being dusted off, and gardens are starting to offer up their fall harvest.
Labour Day weekend is the grand finale of summer, a perfect opportunity to savour the season’s final moments. Whether you picture yourself driving along the coast, sampling fresh seafood, or wandering through charming towns, New Brunswick has countless ways to fill these last golden days.
With Navigate NB as your guide, it is easy to find the experiences and destinations that will make your long weekend unforgettable.
Acadian Peninsula – A Day of Coastal Calm
Spend the day winding along the Acadian Peninsula. Pick up a coffee at Kaffeine Expresso Bar in Bathurst while exploring the city’s rich Acadian history and culture before hopping in the car to make your way up to Youghall Beach Park. Soak up the sun and enjoy a late-summer swim before ending the day with a slow drive back along the water to take in the sunset at Miscou Lighthouse.
Eastern Shore – Sun, Sand, and Seafood
From the sandy stretches of Shediac to the tidal flats near Dorchester, the Eastern Shore is a celebration of saltwater and fresh-caught flavour. Start your day at the Johnson’s Mills Shorebird Reserve and Interpretive Centre, where you can watch migrating shorebirds rest along the shore. Make your way up to Shediac and stop for lunch at the whimsical Le Moque-Tortue. Stroll along the beach or go for a swim at Parlee Beach Provincial Park before making your way to USVA Spa to relax and unwind.
Capital & Beyond – Culture in the City and Countryside
In the Capital & Beyond region, city charm meets rural beauty. Take a tour with Wabanaki Tree Spirit Tours to learn about Wabanaki history and culture and the medicinal plants, mushrooms, and wild foods in the region. Stroll along Queen Street and stop in at The Artisan District to browse locally made treasures. Venture out of town to Nackawic to see the World’s Largest Axe, before heading to Big Axe Brewery where you can enjoy a cold drink while taking in views of the Saint John River.
Miramichi – A Riverside Story
Follow the Miramichi River as it winds past historic landmarks, peaceful parks, and welcoming communities. Start your day by taking in the sights and floating down the river with Gallan’s Miramichi River Tubing. Dry off before heading to New Brunswick Woodmen's Museum to learn all about New Brunswick’s lumber tradition. Take time to explore the city’s heritage sites and enjoy its scenic waterfront before heading upriver to discover stories that span thousands of years. Make your way to Namaste Bistro, in Miramichi where you’ll enjoy dinner.
Gateway to New Brunswick – A Warm Welcome or Farewell
The Gateway region invites you to slow down and enjoy its small-town charm. Stop and smell the roses at the New Brunswick Botanical Garden. After your morning stroll, head over to Le Patrimoine for a delicious lunch. Still hungry? Head over to Fromagerie de la République to watch the cheese-making process and pick up some snacks for the road. End your day with a stop at the Petit-Sault Blockhouse in Edmundston to get a taste of the local history.
Fundy Isles – Island Hopping at its Finest
The Fundy Isles provide a slower pace and endless coastal charm. Start your day in Saint Andrews with a whale-watching tour with Quoddy Link Marine. Grab some takeout and enjoy your lunch on the patio at Saint Andrews Brewing Company while sipping on one of their brewed-on-site beers. Catch an afternoon ferry over to Grand Manan where you will take in the sights before catching the evening ferry home, or book a stay at Park Place Retreats.
Bay of Fundy – Nature’s Grand Show
Few places put on a show like the Bay of Fundy. Start your day in Saint John with a quick visit to the Reversing Falls to see the Bay of Fundy tides in action! Make your way up to Hampton for lunch at Beer Daddy BBQ, for some of the best BBQ in the province. Drive down to St. Martins for a one-of-a-kind sea kayaking adventure with Bay of Fundy Adventures.
Make This Labour Day One to Remember
This Labour Day weekend, let Navigate NB be your road map to summer’s perfect finale. Pack your bags, fill the tank, and set off. Your last long weekend of summer is waiting.
