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This Weekend in Saint John 🍸
Dia de los Muertos, competitive painting, and more for your Oct 27-29 weekend.
Colin James Belyea
October 26, 2023
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FRIDAY EVENING
See a Competitive Painting Show
Witness Art Battle, an evening of live competitive painting as artists take on the clock and each other as well.
Kent Theatre | Doors at 7:30, Show at 8:15 | Tickets from $15 | Get Tickets
SATURDAY
Catch a Spooky Retro Film
Don’t miss the classic Addams Family Values showing just in time for Halloween with the family.
Imperial Theatre | 2:00PM | Tickets $10 | Get Tickets
SATURDAY EVENING
Take in Dia de los Muertos
A local take on the traditional Mexican festival that celebrates art, culture, and community while honouring those that have come before us.
Grannan Alley | Starts at 6:00PM | Free to attend | Event Details
SUNDAY
Costumes on Ice
Grab the kids, dress up and lace up the skates. Face painting, hot chocolate, treats, and special guest local author & folklorist and storyteller David Goss.
Rothesay Arena | 3:00-4:00PM | Free to Attend | Event Details
DINING
Chicken Bacon Shio Ramen
Handmade toasted buckwheat noodles, pulled chicken, roasted tomato, a teriyaki cured egg and dried nori. For bonus points, start with the delicious fresh sourdough with molasses lard.
Port City Royal | From $28 | View Menu