Uptown Saint John

Fundy Fringe Festival
2023-08-21 - 2023-08-26 | The BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess St, 112 Princess St, Saint John, NB, E2L 1K4, Canada
The 10th Fundy Fringe Festival will take place Aug. 21st – 26th, 2023. Celebrate our ten-year anniversary with us in Uptown Saint John. All venues are centered around our Hub at 112 Princess St. Our venues are all less than a 2-minute walk from there!
As a member of the Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals, the body that oversees the use of the trademarked “Fringe” name, the plan for the Fundy Fringe Festival is to showcase over 100 shows in 7 days.
Ticket prices are set at $10/show. Shows are typically 30 – 60 minutes long. They incorporate theatre, dance, performance art, stand-up comedy and more performed by companies or by solo artists.
-Fringe Festivals are un-juried.
-Fringe Festivals are uncensored.
-Fringe Festivals are accessible to audiences and artists.
-Fringe Festivals return 100% of the ticket price to participating artists.

The Light Bringer at Fundy Fringe Festival
2023-08-22 00:00 - 2023-08-26 00:00, 2023-08-22 21:00 - 22:00, 2023-08-23 00:00 - 2023-08-27 00:00, 2023-08-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-08-24 00:00 - 2023-08-28 00:00, 2023-08-24 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-08-25 00:00 - 2023-08-29 00:00, 2023-08-25 21:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) and 2 more dates | The BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess St, 112 Princess St, Saint John, NB, E2L 1K4, Canada
“SOLD! Off to the American Dream!”
Freedom, but at what cost? A Palestinian immigrant and her family find more freedom in the US than expected.
A true-life storytelling show written and performed by Laila Lee. In this one-woman show, Laila brings to light her experiences growing up Muslim in the American South, how she discovers her place in the world, and what sacrifices she must make.
Venue:
BMO Studio Theatre
112 Princess Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 1K4
Light Bringer Productions
www.thelight-bringer.com

The Light Bringer - Fundy Fringe Festival
2023-08-22 21:00 - 23:00, 2023-08-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-08-25 21:00 - 23:00, 2023-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess St, 112 Princess St, Saint John, NB, E2L 1K4, Canada
Ticket Price: $10

Freedom, but at what cost? A Palestinian immigrant and her family find more freedom in the US than expected. A true-life storytelling show written and performed by Laila Lee. In this one-woman show, Laila brings to light her experiences growing up Muslim in the American South, how she discovers her own place in the world, and what sacrifices she must make.

Promo link:
Light Bringer Productions
www.thelight-bringer.com

Wednesday Walks
2023-08-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Saint John Jewish Historical Museum, 91 Leinster Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 1J2, Canada
Saint John Jewish Historical Museum
91 Leinster Street
Saint John, NB E2L 1J2
Telephone: 1-506-633-1833 / Email: sjjhm@nbnet.nb.ca
Wednesday Walks
Following Their Footsteps: Finding Former Jewish Homes
Join Saint John Jewish Historical Museum Executive Director and Curator, Katherine Biggs-Craft for a series of one hour Wednesday Walks recalling the Jewish families and businesses in uptown Saint John. A different walk is offered each week as seen below. Each walk will begin at 1:30 pm.
Cost: $5.00 / person – to support the development of educational programming and exhibits for the Museum.
Pre-registration is required – call or email the Museum to reserve your spot. We will keep groups small to ensure that the experience is enjoyable for all participants.
The walk will begin at the front entrance of the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum, unless otherwise noted, on the dates listed below.
If wet, the walk will be presented as a slide show / talk in the Synagogue.
Please arrive ten minutes ahead of time so we can start on time at 1:30.
July 5 Leinster Street Meet @ Museum
July 12 Orange Street Meet @ Museum
July 19 King Street East Meet @ Museum
July 26 Elliot Row Meet @ Museum
August 2 Summer Street Meet @ corner Summer + Winter St
August 9 Charlotte Street Meet @ City Market entrance
August 23 Union Street Meet @ Golden Ball

Saint John Night Market
2023-08-24 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-08-31 17:00 - 21:00 | South Market Street, South Market Street, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Enjoy live music, great eats, artisanal products, and good vibes at the Saint John Night Market!
Visit us on South Market Street every Thursday evening from July 6th to August 31st. The market runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and offers tons of unique shopping, wining, and dining experiences for locals and visitors alike!

Saint John Seaglass Festival
2023-08-25 09:00 - 2023-08-26 17:00 | Market Square, Market Square, Saint John, NB, Canada
An annual celebration and art created with sea glass and other treasures from the Maritimes

Sea Dogs VS. Rouyn-Noranda Huskies
2023-08-28 19:00 - 22:00 | TD Station, 99 Station St, Saint John, New Brunswick, E2L 4X4, Canada
🏒 Come watch the intense match-up between the Sea Dogs and the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies! Expect nothing less than a fierce battle of skill and strategy as the Saint John Sea Dogs faces off against their formidable opponents. The rink will come alive with the clashing of sticks, the echo of skates, and the resounding cheers from enthusiastic fans!
🎉Come enjoy family-friendly entertainment that is not just about the game; it’s a celebration of the community’s love for hockey. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an unforgettable evening of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and pure entertainment. From the pre-game festivities to the thrilling action on the ice, every moment promises to be unforgettable.
🎁 Fan Engagements & Giveaways:
As a token of appreciation for your unwavering support, the Saint John Sea Dogs have prepared exciting fan engagement activities and fantastic giveaways throughout the game. Cheer on the Sea Dogs with your posters, flags, and team colours to stand a chance to win exclusive merchandise and other surprises!
🚨 Get Your Tickets Now:
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this heart-stopping hockey event! Grab your tickets early to secure the best seats in the house and avoid disappointment. Whether you’re a die-hard hockey enthusiast or a casual sports fan, this game guarantees an experience you won’t want to miss. Tickets can be purchased online at www.tdstation.com, or in person at the TD Station Box Office.
Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and join us for a memorable evening of hockey excellence as the Saint John Sea Dogs aim to conquer the ice and make their fans proud. See you there! 🏒🥅

TUCK Turns 11!
2023-09-01 10:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-02 10:00 - 17:00 | TUCK Studio, 115 Prince William Street, Saint John, NB, E2L2B4, Canada
Join us this Friday, September 1st and Saturday, September 2nd to celebrate 11 years in business serving our incredible Tuck community! Enjoy 20% OFF everything in-store (*excludes local art + special orders) during our two-day celebration, PLUS everyone who visits us will receive a ballot for a chance to win one of our 11 fabulous door prizes!

TIFF Film Circuit: Triangle of Sadness (2022)
2023-09-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Imperial Theatre, 12 King Square South, Saint John, Canada
Rating: R | 2 hours 27 mins | English
A fashion model celebrity couple join an eventful cruise for the super-rich.

Sea Dogs VS. Charlottetown Islanders
2023-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 | TD Station, 99 Station St, Saint John, New Brunswick, E2L 4X4, Canada
🏒 Come watch the intense match-up between the Sea Dogs and the Charlottetown Islanders! Expect nothing less than a fierce battle of skill and strategy as the Saint John Sea Dogs faces off against their formidable opponents. The rink will come alive with the clashing of sticks, the echo of skates, and the resounding cheers from enthusiastic fans!
🎉Come enjoy family-friendly entertainment that is not just about the game; it’s a celebration of the community’s love for hockey. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an unforgettable evening of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and pure entertainment. From the pre-game festivities to the thrilling action on the ice, every moment promises to be unforgettable.
🎁 Fan Engagements & Giveaways:
As a token of appreciation for your unwavering support, the Saint John Sea Dogs have prepared exciting fan engagement activities and fantastic giveaways throughout the game. Cheer on the Sea Dogs with your posters, flags, and team colours to stand a chance to win exclusive merchandise and other surprises!
🚨 Get Your Tickets Now:
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this heart-stopping hockey event! Grab your tickets early to secure the best seats in the house and avoid disappointment. Whether you’re a die-hard hockey enthusiast or a casual sports fan, this game guarantees an experience you won’t want to miss. Tickets can be purchased online at www.tdstation.com, or in person at the TD Station Box Office.
Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and join us for a memorable evening of hockey excellence as the Saint John Sea Dogs aim to conquer the ice and make their fans proud. See you there! 🏒🥅

Retro Film: Batman (1989)
2023-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Imperial Theatre, 12 King Square South, Saint John, Canada
The Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes the clownishly homicidal Joker.

Lisa Baker at Punch Lines Comedy Club
2023-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Punch Lines Comedy Club
Tickets on Sale now!
Reg $30/ Vip $35 (taxes incl.)
Text 506-647-8338 for tickets. We accept etransfers.
Born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Lisa developed a sharp wit and sense of humor that Newfoundlanders are known for. After starting a professional stand-up career on the island, she moved to Alberta, while maintaining her Newfie Princess status.
Lisa won The Comic Strip’s Funniest Person with a Day Job competition in 2016, and hasn’t looked back.
Lisa has been featured on CBC’s LOL program as well as multiple appearances on The Debaters. She’s performed in every province and territory in the country, as well as the YYComedy Festival in Calgary and Just For Laughs Northwest.
Lisa is currently burning up Tik Tok and just finished her 3rd self-produced cross country tour. She’s recorded 2 albums, “To Completion” and “Super Newfie”, which are featured on SiriusXM. She has just filmed her first television series, and has been brought back as both actor and writer for the second season.

Kylie Fox
2023-09-08 19:30 - 21:00 | The BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess St, 112 Princess St, Saint John, NB, E2L 1K4, Canada
September 8, 2023 | 7:30 PM | BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess St.
Kylie Fox is a Canadian songwriter, fusing indie-folk with elements of jazz and alternative rock.
An artist of unparalleled quality, Kylie Fox’s music draws from indie-folk, jazz, and alternative rock genres, weaving these influences together with her velvety vocals and incisive lyrics. Possessing a classical music background, her voice is endowed with a warm, inviting richness. Comparable to such luminaries as Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile and Sharon Van Etten, Fox’s music is simultaneously ethereal and authentic.
Tickets are $30. To order visit saintjohntheatrecompany.com or call 506-652-7582

Best Kind Comedy Tour at Punch Lines Comedy Club
2023-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Punch Lines Comedy Club
Tickets on Sale now!
Reg $35/ Vip $40 (taxes incl.)
Text 506-647-8338 for tickets. We accept etransfers.
The Best Kind Comedy Tour features 3 of Newfoundland’s best comedians; Mike Lynch, Colin Hollett, and Brian Aylward. It has become one of Canada’s biggest independent comedy tours with 3 coast to coast tours and over 100 shows under their belt. They’ve sold over 20,000 tickets and have built a great following across the country. They are back with a brand new show in 2023!

Frightful Friday Walk ‘N Talk with David Goss, Friday September 15
2023-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Area 506, 85 Water St, Saint John, New Brunswick, E2L 0B1, Canada
Frightful Friday on Friday, Sept 15, 2023, at 8 p.m. The Ghost of John comes to Saint John. Leaving from the Partridge Island Publishing Bookstore at the Container Village. This walk feature John Nathanial Leavitt the ghost of Dead Man’s Cove, who was lost in the sinking of the barque Genii during the Saxby Gale of October 04, 1869. He will be sharing stories of how he has interacted with ghosts all up and down the Fundy shore in attempting to get someone to take him to be buried with his buddies who are all at rest in graves in Mascarene. This 1.5-hour program will feature a costumed ghost, and he has a number of stunts that help illustrate his story as we walk Water and Prince William Streets overlooking the harbour. The fee is $15.00
Other Tours Available
Saturday Stroll on Saturday, September 23, 2023. At 2:00 p.m. Discover why Prince William Street was known as the Wall Street of Canada on this walk from the Partridge Island Publishing Bookstore in the Container Village. The walk will travel up Duke to Prince William and conclude at the foot of King. Walkers will discover how the street developed following the Great Fire and how the businesses flourished as a result of port activity that gave locals a business advantage over central Canada and the Eastern USA and led to the proliferation of insurance and investment houses. The Fee is $10.00.
Saturday Stroll on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Not History but Her Story. Women have made many notable contributions to the betterment of Saint John. On this walk, we’ll learn about how a woman got the Y got started in the city, how the playground movement owes its origin to a Saint John woman, how the city had the first port nurse in the world and how seafarers loved Saint John because two woman volunteers who made them feel at home when far from home. The walk will leave from the Partridge Island Publishing Bookstore in the Container Village and travel through Trinity Royal for 1.5 hours. The fee is $10.00.
Frightful Friday on Friday, October 13, at 8:00 p.m. What better day for a Spooky walk than Friday the thirteenth? We will set out from the Partridge Island Publishing Bookstore in the Container Village and through characters stationed on nearby streets, and through storytelling, learn of at least 10 ghosts that have haunted Saint John from 1800 to the present day on the 1.5-hour tour. The fee is $15.00.
Saturday Stroll on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Prince William Street in Fact and Folklore. No city street has as many stories as Prince William. The city’s first newspaper was founded on the street, Canada’s first bank was too, and the street has a coffee house long before Tim Horton’s came to town. The street is said to have underground tunnels connecting buildings, and some women claim one of the city’s most eligible bachelors of 1884 still winks at them as they pass by Chubb’s Corner. Come and wonder why the devil is spitting out coins, learn who won a radiator sitting contest when Saint John High opened, and what building was once sold for two wheelbarrows of Mexican dollars at Lazy Man’s Corner. The fee is $10.00. If wet, call 506 672 8601 after 1:00 p.m.
All participants must register in advance. Pre-registration by contacting Shannon@PartridgeIslandPublishing.ca. Payment can be made by cash, E-transfer, Debit and Credit cards. Day-of-walk registrations ( $2.00 more) will be accepted if space allows. Limited to 30 walkers.
If wet call 506 672 8601 one hour before the walk to check if it is on, or rescheduled 24 hours later.
