Tantramar Active Living and Culture

06/20/2026

We're nearing 300 seats sold for our Grab-A-Seat Campaign! Visit www.tantramarnb.com/grab-a-seat to contribute while you still can!

06/20/2026

Our Concert in the Park Series continues this Thursday with the Tintamarre Community Band!

Join us for "A Flash from the Past... A Musical Celebration of Chester Cole", a special performance honouring one of Tantramar's most celebrated historical figures.

The Tintamarre Community Band has been performing concerts and participating in musical events throughout the Tantramar region since 1902. Made up of musicians of all ages and backgrounds from communities across the area, the band is dedicated to promoting lifelong music-making and enriching our local arts and culture scene.

📅 Thursday June 25th
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bill Johnstone Memorial Park

Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of free outdoor music in the park. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/19/2026

We are excited to welcome Silver Lake Paddle Rentals to Lillas Fawcett Park! They are open for business and looking forward to hooking up our residents and visitors with paddle rentals from Kayaks to Boards to Canoes!

Hi everyone! Thank you all for your patience and inquiries. We’re proud to announce our opening hours!!

We’ve decided on an official opening date: June 18th!!! We’re so excited to share this update with you, and more posts with details coming soon regarding pre-booking, prices, events, and more coming soon!

We hope you’re as excited as we are to get out on the water!

06/19/2026

Explore the Hidden Habitats of Fort Beauséjour!

Join us on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00 PM for a guided nature walk led by Jeff White, President of the Chignecto Naturalist Club.

Discover the diverse ecosystems surrounding Fort Beauséjour, including fields, young forests, marshes, bogs, ponds, and more. This approximately 5 km hike follows old dirt roads and overgrown trails, offering stunning views, unique plant and bird life, and the possibility of a few unexpected discoveries along the way.

📍 Meeting Location: Fort Beauséjour parking lot
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00 PM

Please come prepared for uneven terrain, shrubs, puddles, bugs, and changing weather conditions. Sturdy footwear, water, bug spray, and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Register today: TantramarNB.com/programs
Drop-ins welcome!

06/19/2026

The Concert in the Park series has officially kicked off for the summer!

A big thank you to the Sackville Strummers for sharing their wonderful music with us, and to everyone who came out to enjoy the evening.

Looking for more summer fun? Check out our Summer Events & Activities Guide for the full Concert in the Park lineup and other exciting programs happening all season long.

TantramarNB.com/programs

06/18/2026

Summer is better with a barbecue!

Join us at the Visitor Information Centre for the VIC Summer Barbecues and enjoy a free lunch, great conversation, and a chance to connect with the community.

📍 34 Mallard Drive
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
📅 Last Thursdays of the month

We look forward to welcoming you on June 25 and July 30 for some summertime fun and hospitality. Bring your appetite and a friend!

06/18/2026

☀️ Meet the Lifeguards! 🏊

This summer, you'll find our team of NLS-certified lifeguards keeping watch at Lillas Fawcett Park/Silver Lake!

Our lifeguards are here to help make your visit safe, enjoyable, and fun. Whether you're swimming, splashing around, or spending the day by the water, they're ready to provide assistance, promote water safety, and help ensure everyone has a great experience.

Be sure to say hello when you see them on the beach this summer, and remember to follow their instructions so everyone can enjoy the water safely.

We can't wait to see you at the lake! 🌊☀️

06/17/2026

We're excited to present a four-hour Familiarization Tour for front-line staff working in businesses that welcome visitors to Tantramar.

Participants will visit local sites of interest, learn more about the attractions and experiences our region has to offer, and receive customer service training designed to help create exceptional visitor experiences.

Participants will receive a $40 honorarium, and lunch will be provided.

📍 Tantramar Visitor Information Centre
📅 June 24
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Registration deadline: June 22

To register or learn more:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (506) 364-4967

06/17/2026

Want to learn more about the work happening behind the scenes in Active Living and Culture? Check out Part 2 of our 3-part series celebrating Parks and Recreation Month and highlighting the people, programs, and services that help make Tantramar a great place to live, play, and connect.

06/17/2026

Meet Sophie and learn all about Girls Get Active!

Girls Get Active is an after-school program designed to introduce middle school girls to new forms of physical activity, build confidence, and have fun while staying active.

While Girls Get Active is wrapping up for the spring, there are still plenty of exciting ways to stay involved this summer! From sports and recreation programs to camps and creative activities, there's something for everyone.

Check out our full lineup of summer programs and register today at TantramarNB.com/programs.