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Fredericton, the capital of New Brunswick, is a vibrant cultural and educational hub, it is home to University of New Brunswick, St. Thomas University, the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design, and cultural institutions like the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and Fredericton Playhouse. 
Fredericton also hosts the renowned Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival and has long been home to many of the province’s leading artists.

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CULTURE & HERITAGE 

 

The City of Fredericton is steeped in a particularly rich and fascinating history, a history that’s on display for every citizen to see and enjoy.

Fredericton contains one of only three National Historic Districts in New Brunswick (Historic Marysville) and administers a local preservation area (the St. Anne's Point Heritage Preservation Area). This neighbourhood, just east of downtown, was so designated because of the distinctive character of its buildings and streetscapes, which collectively illustrate the evolution of a neighbourhood over 150 years.

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

 

Great music, great eats and all of the Maritime's experience await you at Fredericton’s festivals! From the top international festival experience on Canada’s East Coast, the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival, to Atlantic Canada’s largest winter celebration, Fredericton FROSTival, there’s something to pique everyone’s interest!

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SHOPPING

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Just a 5-min drive away from popular shops and malls uptown to the quaint unique locally-operated shops downtown.​ The city is filled with restaurants, pubs and outdoor kiosks. 

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Enjoy the market scene with Boyce Farmers Market open early Saturday and the Northside Market open both Saturday & Sunday mornings filled with food and craft vendors. The city also offers Flea Markets and Craft Fairs that operate throughout the city, year round with major season craft events.

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