As the holiday season begins to take shape across the region, our calendar is filling with fundraisers, family activities, sports, entertainment, and opportunities to connect. Here are several events happening over the coming weeks that deserve a spot on your radar.
Bobby’s Hospice Christmas Market
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026 – Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕕 Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 Exhibition Park Saint John
Get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting compassionate palliative and grief support that celebrates life with dignity, comfort, and respect at the Bobby’s Hospice Christmas Market. Featuring local vendors, seasonal entertainment, raffles, prizes, and even a special appearance by the Grinch, this festive weekend offers plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family. A wonderful opportunity to shop local and kick off the Christmas season.
Diamond Dinner
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
🕕 7:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.
📍 Saint John Trade and Convention Centre
One of the city’s premier Night Outs returns to raise funds for BGC Greater Saint John. This year’s “Mix & Mingle” theme features multicultural food stations instead of a sit-down dinner, live and silent auctions, beauty experiences, fundraising games, and a dance party hosted by DJ Steve. A chance to win a diamond pendant and have a great night while supporting programs that benefit local children and youth.
Community Pancake Breakfast Supporting Saint John Community Food Basket
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026
🕕 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
📍 Lakefield Elementary School, Quispamsis
Pancakes always taste better when they’re helping a good cause. Hosted by the New Apostolic Church, this community breakfast invites everyone to gather for a delicious meal while supporting the Saint John Community Food Basket. Donations collected during the event will help support local food security efforts throughout the region.
Saint John Sea Dogs vs. Rimouski Océanic
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026
🕕 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
📍 TD Station
Hockey fans can spend their Sunday afternoon cheering on the Saint John Sea Dogs as they welcome the Rimouski Océanic to TD Station. Expect a fast-paced contest full of skill, speed, and excitement. Whether you’re a lifelong Sea Dogs supporter or simply looking for some weekend entertainment, this matchup promises plenty of action.
2nd Annual Scholastic Book Fair
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕕 Check event listing for times
📍 Saint John area
Book lovers of all ages will want to browse the shelves at the 2nd Annual Scholastic Book Fair. Featuring a wide selection of children’s books, educational resources, and popular titles for young readers, the event is a great opportunity to encourage literacy while finding new favourites for the holiday season.
Saint John Grief Cafe
📅 Every Monday through December 14, 2026
🕕 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
📍 Compassionate Grief Centre
The Saint John Grief Cafe offers a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals navigating loss. Participants can connect with others who understand the grieving process while enjoying complimentary tea, coffee, and treats. Designed as a safe and compassionate space for conversation, the weekly gathering provides meaningful support and community connection.
Jimmy Carr at TD Station
📅 Wednesday, November 18, 2026
🕕 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
📍 TD Station
Internationally acclaimed comedian Jimmy Carr brings his signature brand of sharp wit and rapid-fire humour to Saint John for one night only. Known for sold-out performances around the world, Carr’s live shows combine clever observations, audience interaction, and his unmistakable comedic style. Comedy fans can expect an evening packed with laughs when he takes the stage at TD Station.
Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, attending a fundraiser, enjoying live hockey, sharing a meal for a cause, or spending a night laughing with one of the world’s most recognizable comedians, November is shaping up to be a fun month right across the Saint John region!
