Paddlefest combines music, art, outdoor activities and environmental events for a full weekend of fun! Andrews, New Brunswick every May. It combines music, art, recreational activities and environmental events for a full weekend of fun for music lovers and adventure seekers alike. During the day, kayaking and other outdoor activities happen around the town and surrounding area. In the evening, the
town transforms into a unique musical landscape, with larger-scale shows at the Paddlefest Main Stage as well as smaller concerts and performances at local venues and businesses. Past performers include: Joel Plaskett, Matt Andersen, The Barr Brothers, Ron Hynes, The Sadies, David Myles, Hot Toddy, Plants and Animals, Land of Talk, Old Man Luedecke, Hannah Georgas, The Deep Dark Woods, Catherine MacLellan, The Strumbellas, William Prince, Guy Davis, Jenn Grant, Elliott Brood, Paper Lions, Mo Kenney, Amelia Curran, Aidan Knight, Les Hay Babies, Terra Lightfoot, TUNS, Whitney Rose, Grand Theft Bus, Cécile Doo-Kingué, Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire, Isaac & Blewett and many many more! Paddlefest annually partners with local recreation companies and organizations to offer a number of outdoor activities throughout the weekend. The festival also hosts environmental presentations, beach clean ups, kids events, a craft market, live artists & art exhibits, food vendors & more! Started as a small community event over 25 year ago, Paddlefest has grown into a multifaceted festival that continues to grow each year, while still maintaining the community-driven, grassroots spirit that it started with.
