New Brunswick Day 2008
Rain Cancels Many NB Day Activities (August 4, 2008) – Today’s rainy weather has resulted in the cancellation of the concerts, Sunset Ceremony and fireworks as part of New Brunswick Day events at Old Government House in Fredericton. These events will not be rescheduled. Canadian Armed Forces Day activities will continue from 10 am to 4 pm. The New Brunswick Day Merit Award presentations will take place at 6 pm inside Old Government House. Six merit awards will be presented.
New Brunswick Day 2008 
Old Government House, 51 Woodstock Road, Fredericton, NB
August 4, 2008
Music, food and other festivities to celebrate New Brunswick's heritage and culture.
All Activities are FREE!
Schedule of Events
10:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Canadian Armed Forces Day (Celebrate Canadian Forces Base Gagetown's 50th anniversary with static displays, military vehicles, rides, and exhibits.)
1:30 pm - 10:00 pm - New Brunswick Day Showcase Concert (Bring your lawn chair. Lemonade and ice cream, while quantities last.)
Performance Schedule*
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm Remarks & Muskrat Singers (St. Mary's First Nations)
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm David Myles (singer/songwriter)
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm Downtown Blues Band (R&B)
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Mike Parker (francophone blues)
5:00 pm - 5:45 pm The Hardcore Troubadours (country rock)
6:00 pm - 6:15 pm Remarks & NB Day Merit Awards Presentations
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm Melanie Morgan (country)
7:00 pm - 7:45 pm JR Vautour (country)
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunset Ceremony (CFB Gagetown)
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm Grand Theft Bus (rock with twist)
10:00 pm Fireworks courtesy of CFB Gagetown
*Performances are weather dependent.
Information: 506-453-2505
Thanks to our NB Day 2008 Sponsors: City of Fredericton, Old Government House, CFB Gagetown, New Brunswick Provincial Capital Commission, and New Brunswick Advisory Council on Youth.
