2026 - Pipers in the Square!

The Fredericton Society of St Andrew is please to host (for a second year) lunchtime musical piping performances in Officers’ Square.

These performances take place every Wednesday afternoon in July and August (from 12:15 to 12:45), and feature the outstanding solo talent of  Fredericton Society of Saint Andrew Pipe Band  pipers:

July 8 – Sandy Gordon
July 15 – Zach Howes
July 22 – Andrew Rogers
July 29 – Allan Boutilier
August 5 – Brent Webb
August 12 – Colton Patterson

Plan your lunchtime visit, and also treat yourself to a picnic lunch at the Fredericton Region Museum. Working in partnership with Downtown Fredericton Inc. and The Squeeze Salad and Smoothie Bar on Regent Street, the Fredericton Region Museum is offering prime-quality, fresh lunches to order. Simply call ahead to the museum at 506-455-6041 - and they will have your lunch ready and waiting for you! You can enjoy your lunch on the balcony of the museum (free admission included with your meal) or in Officers' Square. 

Join us on Wednesdays for some awesome piping and also indulge in a culinary adventure that promises to delight your taste buds and elevate your day. 


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