Festival Fun

The Shanty Show is a video and audio podcast showcasing the singers and stories behind the songs. Hosted by Pressgang Mutiny and featuring Melanie Ross with discussions about all things shanty and sea music.

Join us at the Legion. Doors open at 3:30

Bar is open!

Join us Friday at The Caves Restaurant at one of two seatings (4pm and 6pm) for a delicious Seafood Chowder Supper. Live entertainment too, of course!

For those who don't want chowder, we will be offering 4pc chicken strips and fries with drink and cookie; or Minestrone soup , biscuit, drink and cookie.

Join rum enthusiast Graham MacKenney, The Atlantic Rum Connection, as he presents a variety of rums from around the Atlantic Provinces.

Step away from the choruses of the sea shanty festival for a moment and gather by the Bay of Fundy, where another kind of voice calls out—one rooted in land, stillness, and memory. Join Dave Smith of First Nations Storytellers near the water’s edge in St. Martins for a powerful sharing of culture, connection, and ancestral wisdom.

While songs rise from the harbor, this voice speaks in older rhythms—carried on wind, tide, and story. Guided by the spirit of his ancestors, Dave’s path to reclaiming lost culture and sharing these stories is part of what you’ll witness. These echoes invite you to listen deeply to a different kind of song—one shaped by the land and the stories it still carries.

Meet at Harbour Park Gazebo, 424 Main Street

Bring your chair

Our pub on Friday Night at the Legion will feature Nova Scotia's Callehan. ... Don't forget your dancing shoes! 

Ghosts you might meet on the Fundy Shore: Join local author, folklorist and storyteller David Goss as he takes you on an interactive walking tour through a village graveyard. Ooooooh!

Children under 12 free but please let us know if bringing.

Meet David at the Quaco Museum and wear comfortable walking shoes!

“It happened in St. Martins”. Interesting stories about the Village that took place during the 19th and early 20th centuries

A lifelong resident of St. Martins, Robert Moran currently resides on the outskirts of the Village. He is a seventh-generation Moran to live in the area and is a direct descendant of Mathias Moran, one of the original land grantees of Quaco in 1784. His ancestors are credited with having constructed the first square-rigged ship, the ‘Waterloo’ in 1815 and producing the greatest tonnage of wooden sailing vessels ever to launch from the shores of St. Martins during the Golden Age of Sail.

Rob is proud of his heritage and the proud father of two sons, Matthew and Anthony. He is president of the Quaco Historical and Library Society and a published author. Along with the help of many friends and acquaintances, Rob spear-headed the campaign to raise funds to repatriate the original figurehead from the ship, ‘Prince Victor’ back to St. Martins in August 2016. 

Join Daryl Caines for this 90 min workshop and create a decorative Half Hitch rope mat using reclaimed fishing line. This sustainable, handcrafted piece brings a stylish nautical flair to any table or mantle, infusing your space with coastal charm and eco-conscious elegance.

In the Harbour Park  - under the tent

Heather Feather’s toe-tapping music and sunny, energetic personality will have the whole family singing and dancing along. Her songs are not only joyful and fun, but also encourage physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development in children of all ages. Her award-winning 2022 album, Songs for Growing,has been described as filled with, “delightful songs and potent melodies all topped off with a lavish production. The vocals are sublime, as are the lyricswhich dramatize the music superbly.” (Dez Staunton, Electric Kids Music), while CBC’s Sonali Karnick noted that her song, “appeal to kid’s intelligence.”

Family Plan tickets available

Join Salisha as she walks you through step by step to design & make your very own sea glass jewellery.  All materials will be provided; however, you are free to bring one or more of your own special pieces of sea glass to add to your design.  

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Salisha Tatton, sea glass artist and owner of Salisha’s Sea Gems~ With Love from the East Coast, is a Saint John native, with an absolute love for all things coastal. She grew up scouring over the rocks along the coastline of the Bay of Fundy to find pretty shells, glass and stones and has been making sea glass and ocean inspired jewellery since 2016.  Salisha currently resides just outside of Moncton, New Brunswick and has sea glass jewellery in 4 different locations around the province as well as an online Etsy shop.  Her designs have been worn at New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week, and Miss Teen North America pageant. Her jewelry designs have also been featured in articles with the Weather Network and worn by East Coast Mermaid.

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*FOR ALL AGES (Children may require parent assistance)

Parents who are assisting children who are registered, need not register themselves.

Harbour Park Gazebo Tent

Step into the lively world of Irish social dancing with Emily Peacock of Celtic Roots Dance Academy! This engaging and fun-filled workshop is designed to introduce you to the vibrant and communal spirit of traditional Irish dance. In this workshop, participants will learn popular group dances such as the Ceili and Set dances, which are the heart of Irish social gatherings. Dancers will experience the joy of dancing in a group, moving in sync with others, and enjoying the lively music. No experience necessary and open to all ages.

**Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow you to move freely. No special dance attire is required.

Join us in the Amphitheatre Beer Tent with the fine folks at Gridiron Brewing. Enjoy a curated flight of 4 Gridiron Brewing Beers and discussion with the brewmaster. Cheers! (for Music Pass Holders only)

Join Daryl Caines for this 90 min workshop and craft a decorative Carrick knot rope mat using reclaimed fishing line. This eco-friendly project adds a charming nautical touch to any table or mantle, blending rustic appeal with coastal elegance.

Enjoy a virtual tour of the Historic Homes of St. Martins and Area with Rob Moran.

A lifelong resident of St. Martins, Robert Moran currently resides on the outskirts of the Village. He is a seventh-generation Moran to live in the area and is a direct descendant of Mathias Moran, one of the original land grantees of Quaco in 1784. His ancestors are credited with having constructed the first square-rigged ship, the ‘Waterloo’ in 1815 and producing the greatest tonnage of wooden sailing vessels ever to launch from the shores of St. Martins during the Golden Age of Sail.

Rob is proud of his heritage and the proud father of two sons, Matthew and Anthony. He is president of the Quaco Historical and Library Society and a published author. Along with the help of many friends and acquaintances, Rob spear-headed the campaign to raise funds to repatriate the original figurehead from the ship, ‘Prince Victor’ back to St. Martins in August 2016. 

Learn to play the Tin Whistle with Bob Burgess. Bring your whistle or purchase one from us for $15 - For Ages 8+

At the height of the Second World War, a German spy was dropped off in New Brunswick by a U-boat. But after a few unexpected encounters with locals in St. Martins, he abandoned his mission — and vanished into Canadian society. Andrew MacLean of Backyard History  has recently uncovered the spy’s long-lost secret RCMP files, including a never-before-seen autobiography. In this talk, MacLean reveals the incredible true story of how a Nazi agent lived undetected in the shadow of Parliament Hill for over two years.

Bio: Andrew MacLean is the author of the popular Backyard History newspaper column, podcast, and TV miniseries, and has written three Backyard History books, which will be available for purchase at the Shanty Festival. Known for uncovering forgotten stories and bringing Maritime history to life, he combines deep research with the storytelling warmth Atlantic Canadians are known for. MacLean’s work has been featured by media outlets across Canada.

Harbour Park - Under the Tent

Join us for a fun Meet & Greet with The Johnson Girls: Deirdre, Joy, Bonnie and Alison!