A celebration of sport! The East Coast Games - June 20th to 22nd - is Atlantic Canada’s biggest sporting weekend with 18 sports and 2700 athletes participating. Don’t miss softball, rock climbing, swimming, flag football, ball hockey and so much more! Plus the Rugby 7’s will feature all 4 Atlantic province Canada Games teams! The East Coast Games is more than just another tournament! ! For more info, visit eastcoastgames.ca

It’s almost time for the Annual Jason Zelward Physical Challenge, sponsored by Fundy Funeral Home; matching all team pledges and individual donations up to $5,000! A tug-of-war and washer toss this Saturday, Saturday, June 21st, at Simonds High School Football Field, in support of no/ low-cost grief and loss counseling.  You don’t have to PULL! There’s a DJ, BBQ, and games and face painting in the kids zone  Register at compassionategriefcentre.ca/

The City of Saint John, in partnership with Area 506) is rolling out an incredible lineup of festivities for Canada Day 2025, and you won’t want to miss it. From live music and ethnocultural performances to magic shows, circus school, games, and photo ops with your favourite princesses and superheroes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Best of all, it’s completely free. Join the excitement at Ihtoli-Maqahamok – The Gathering Space and the Container Village at 85 Water Street. These two locations, just a short stroll apart, will be packed with entertainment from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Join us at the Boardwalk stage for official remarks and cake cutting at 1:00 p.m., then close out the night with a dazzling fireworks display at Long Wharf at 10:00 p.m., weather permitting. IHTOLI-MAQAHAMOK – THE GATHERING SPACE Boardwalk Stage 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM      Ethnocultural performances, Official Opening and Cake cutting 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM        Catherine Kennedy 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM        Dram & a Draw 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM        The Last Call 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM        Artificially Hip  8:30 PM to 9:30 PM        Slowcoaster *DJ will play music between live sets AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village Main Stage 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM        Nathaniel Rankin: Canadian Champion of Magic 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM        Canadian Music Bingo with prizes! 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM        Nathaniel Rankin: Canadian Champion of Magic 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM        Everything Under the Sun                                                                                                          (2025 High School Battle of the Bands Winner!) 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM        Justine Richardson 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM        Oreo Jones Band 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM      Dr. Frankenband Waterfront Container Village 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM      Princess & Superhero Photo Ops 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM        Circus School 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM        Nathaniel Rankin's Close-Up & Walk Around Magic  4:00 PM to 4:30 PM        Aerial Circus Performance LONG WHARF 10:00 PM                         FIREWORKS These festivities are made possible through funding support from the Government of Canada. The City of Saint John welcomes all to join in commemorating Canada’s heritage, unity, and spirit on this special day. Mark your calendars and be part of an extraordinary celebration.