Moncton Announces Full New Year's Eve Family Fun Fest Program 2024-12-05

City of Moncton and New Year's Eve Family Fun Fest logos

 

Moncton has put the final touches on an exciting program and is set to welcome residents and visitors to Downtown Place on Dec. 31 for the third annual New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest, presented by the Moncton Wildcats.

The event boasts an exciting lineup, including live performances by Signal Hill, presented by Subaru of Moncton, Les Hay Babies, presented by UNI Financial Cooperation and Big Bad Party Band, presented by National Bank. Guests can enjoy two dazzling fireworks displays, a beer garden sponsored by the Hyatt Place Moncton and Carrabba’s, and catch the Moncton Wildcats as they face off against the Charlottetown Islanders at the Avenir Centre.

For families, the BioScript indoor Kid’s Zone promises endless fun with performances by Mr. Mark and Mike Pendergast, a photo booth, face painting, and engaging family-friendly activities. Outdoors, guests can participate in public skating sponsored by Action Car & Truck, visit the Rona Pit Stop to toast marshmallows at the s'mores station, and enjoy complimentary maple taffy on a stick from Briggs Maples.

"This year’s program brings back all the fan favourites, including the much-loved family-friendly fireworks display, sponsored by Medavie Blue Cross, Ashford Properties, and Avant Garde Construction. Our goal was to create a lineup filled with activities that offer something special for every age group," says Claire Esson, Co-chair of the New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest organizing committee.

The event has become a hallmark of Moncton’s community celebrations.

“We are thrilled to continue our tradition of hosting the New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest as part of our annual series of free community events,” says Larry Nelson, Co-chair of the City of Moncton’s Events Moncton Committee. “This celebration is a wonderful opportunity for friends and families to come together, enjoy a variety of activities, and welcome the start of a new year.”

Event schedule: 

  • 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Enjoy live performances by entertainers and musicians at the Rona Local Stage:
    • 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Opening Prayer and welcoming remarks
    • 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Voices Rising Youth Choirs
    • 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. High Fidelity
    • 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Dahlia Ave
  • 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Engage in a variety of kid-friendly activities and enjoy live performances at the BioScript Kid’s Zone: 
    • 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mike Pendergast
    • 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Mr. Mark
    • 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mike Pendergast
    • 6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Mark 
  • 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Cozy up and take a seat in the Lounsbury Warming Tent
  • 2 p.m. to midnight: 
    • Various food trucks, including ShanGRILLa and Mama K’s, will be on site to satisfy your taste buds. 
    • Enjoy a delicious fundraiser barbecue and fries from the Cavendish Fry Truck from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., with all proceeds going to the United Way. 
    • Visit the Hyatt Place Moncton/Carrabba’s Outdoor Bar to experience a unique cocktail selection and a cozy atmosphere. 
  • 4 p.m.: Catch the Moncton Wildcats as they face off against the Charlottetown Islanders at the Avenir Centre.
  • 7:15 p.m.: 
    • Watch a pre-midnight fireworks display for families sponsored by Ashford Properties and Avant Garde Construction.
    • Meet your Moncton Wildcats in the Avenir Centre lobby. Connect with the team, snap photos, and collect autographs from your favourite players. 
  • 6:15 p.m. to midnight: Evening concert with performances by –
    • Big Bad Party Band sponsored by National Bank
    • Les Hay Babies sponsored by UNI Financial Cooperation
    • Signal Hill sponsored by Subaru of Moncton 
  • Midnight: Ring in the New Year with the Atlantic Lottery Corporation Countdown and a spectacular fireworks show sponsored by Medavie Blue Cross. 

Codiac Transpo will offer free New Year’s Eve service on select routes as of 5:30 p.m. The schedule for the special Dec. 31 service will be posted on www.codiactranspo.ca at a later date. 

The City of Moncton would like to thank these additional event sponsors for their generous support: Acadian Construction, Modern Construction, Bob’s Cool Air, Greenfoot Energy Solutions, Greystone Energy, the Government of New Brunswick, SSI, Cavendish farms, Mrs. Dunster’s, Maple Leaf, PepsiCo, Sobeys, Coach Atlantic, and Costco.

For more information and event updates, visit the City of Moncton website. 

 

Information:

Communications, City of Moncton
communications@moncton.ca

 

Shane Esson
Co-chair of the New Year’s Eve Family Fun Fest organizing committee
shaneesson.se@gmail.com , 506-380-3891

Category: Events