Winter in the Moncton-Dieppe area is such a beautiful and vibrant time that you’ll want to come back every year! To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve gathered some of the most popular attractions to see and experience this season. Better yet, use this list as a vacation itinerary to be sure to take advantage of everything we have to offer.

Wild Lights at Magnetic Hill Zoo

Come December, look no further than Wild Lights at Magnetic Hill Zoo for a magical evening spent walking through stunningly arranged and themed holiday light displays. Hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights are used to create this ever popular winter wonderland. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance to secure your spot—you won’t want to miss the show!

Fundy National Park

On the rugged coastlines of the Bay of Fundy sits Fundy National Park, one of the most treasured natural spaces in the province. About an hour’s drive south of Moncton-Dieppe, you’ll find over 15 amazing hiking, snowshoeing and fat biking trails offering stunning coastal views and snow-covered forests where you can fully immerse yourself in nature and breathe in the cold salty air. After a full day of playing in the snow, pop just next door to the quaint fishing village of Alma for a bite and some refreshments:

Powder Days

Make sure to carve out some time for a bit of downhill fun at Poley Mountain during your Moncton-Dieppe getaway! Located about an hour’s drive from the city in the rolling hills of Kings County, Poley makes for a wonderful day trip with family and friends. The resort offers 30 downhill trails at all levels of difficulty, 4 ski lifts, a snow school, and a beautiful lodge complete with restaurant and bar. Après-ski, anyone?

USVA

Melt your worries away! Total relaxation awaits just minutes from the city centre at USVA, a beautiful Nordic spa. Start by decompressing in one of the dry or steamy saunas before resetting your body with a cold shower or dip, and finishing off the treatment by soaking in the pool or lounging by the fire or in the hammocks. Plus, if you’re feeling peckish, the in-house café also offers up delicious plates and drinks. Gorgeous city skyline views included!

Winter Nights Out

Why not add a special event to your Moncton-Dieppe getaway to make your stay even more memorable? As the largest urban centre in New Brunswick, Moncton-Dieppe regularly attracts world class talents to its numerous concert halls and venues. No matter what time of year you get into town, there’s always something fun going on.

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