Who We Are
In 2011, Fred McNeil and Mike Arnold became friends at a musical gathering in Durham Bridge, NB. Their shared love of the Nashwaak River, traditional country music, similar work/hobby interests, and simple enjoyment from ‘watching folks having a good time’ eventually sparked a grand idea. Both had a similar dream of bringing music to a larger community on a much larger scale. With their combined resources, the two took to planning. With much thought and help from family and friends ( The Fraser Family to name a few), the stage was set in August of 2012 and the rest is, so called, ‘History.’ A general rule of thumb they have followed from the beginning is to keep the festival family-oriented, safe and clean. Fred and Mike are proud to host an event that gives back to the community. A place where local food vendors, musicians, artisans, and business’ can prosper. The festival is a not-for-profit organization and donates tickets to many other organizations/benefits as well. The Nashwaak festival grounds have also become host to the World Washer Toss Championships.
The Nashwaak Music Festival has grown in attendance every year since 2012, gained loyal financial sponsors, and has drawn campers and vacationers from all over Canada and parts of the U.S.
What We Do
The 9th annual Nashwaak Music Festival will be taking place in Nashwaak Bridge, New Brunswick on July 31st, August 1st & 2nd. Our event is extremely fortunate to have local community support and prides itself on giving back to the community by way of supporting and promoting local talent on the festival stage. Over the last eight years, Nashwaak Music Festival has attracted patrons from not only across the Maritime Provinces but nationally and internationally welcoming guests from across Canada and the New England States.
