Safer Spaces

• Paddlefest is dedicated to creating a safe and accessible event for all patrons, artists, volunteers and guests of every age, race, gender, religion and sexual orientation.

• Paddlefest operates with a 0% toleracy rate for any abusive, harmful, or oppressive behaviour or language. Any participation in harmful behaviour is grounds for immediate removal from festival venues/events without a refund and may result in a permanent ban.

Please Contact Us regarding any questions, concerns or suggestions.

Safe Ride Program

In efforts to make sure all attendees and participants are safe and make responsible choices, Paddlefest has partnered with ANBL to provide a Safe Ride program at our 2024 festival.

This free ANBL Safe Ride initiative will available the evenings of Friday, May 17th and Saturday, May 18th from 6:00pm until 12:00am with additional times to be determined based on demand. 

Hunstman Marine Science Centre Shuttle Bus

The Huntsman Marine Science Centre will be providing its shuttle bus for official events at their venue and it will be on call during Main Stage performances on Friday and Saturday nights of the festival. The shuttle bus will me making regular designated stops at select locations around town (i.e. Market Square, The Algonquin Resort).

Accessibility

• Paddlefest aims to be as accessible as possible. The Paddlefest Main Stage in town square is accessible to those with mobility issues. The Main Stage is a general admission venue  with some seating options available based on a first some serve basis. Due to fire codes and general safety ,folding chairs are not permitted during peak attendance times (i..e night-time shows). Chairs are generally permitted for afternoon /matinee shows.  If you have mobility issues or require seating please CONTACT US in advance.

COVID 19 - Health & Safety Measures

• Should the Province of New Brunswick, local municipality or any health authority issue any changes to policy in response to an increase or decrease in COVID-19 infection rates, Paddlefest reserves the right to comply with such changes and recommendations, including the reinstatement of masks and vaccination/test requirements. Refund requests will be considered but not guaranteed.

• If you feel sick or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, we ask that you prioritize your health and the health of others by staying home.