SCHEDULE as of AUGUST 7, 2026
** FIREWORKS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED **
DUE TO WEATHER (current burn ban) - stayed tuned for new date
Questions?
E-mail: harveycommunitydays@gmail.com
Facebook: Harvey Community Network
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Thursday, July 30 - Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Harvey Scavenger Hunt - Complete the Hunt to Win!
Complete the hunt and enter to win a $150 swag package to Harvey Community Days!
Deadline to submit - Tuesday, August 4 at 4 pm.
Directions on submission are provided at the last clue of the hunt.
SCAVENGER HUNT FIRST CLUE:
"Before you race from clue to clue, find the instrument that is larger than you..."
Note: While you're out doing the scavenger hunt, take a walk along the Grieve Lakeside Trail and look for a painted rock with the HRC logo. If you find it, bring it back to HMCC and you'll receive a free slushie coupon!
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
7:00 pm—Harvey Pub Trivia (trivia begins at 7:30 pm) REGISTRATION IS FULL!
Location: The Barn at Harvey View Farm
Join us for our annual battle of who knows the most pointless information!
No minimum number of players for a team. Suggested maximum of 10 players.
Cost: $10 per participant - pay in advance (e-transfer - harveycommunitydays@gmail.com) to guarantee, or pay night of.
Bar will be open along with snacks.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
9:00 am—Youth Beach Volleyball Tournament NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey High Outdoor Volleyball Courts
Co-ed Grades 5-8 (grade just completed) - get together your co-ed team of 4 (2 each).
Want to play but don't have a team? Let us know and we will try to find you a team.
Each team is guaranteed 3 games of 2 sets. Prizes for top teams!
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 4 at 5 pm)
To Register: e-mail jill.mccullough@nbed.nb.ca
Entrance Fee: $10 participation fee, which includes a BBQ and prizes
7:00 pm—Lions Bingo (doors open at 6 pm)
Location: Harvey Lions Club
There will be many regular games, early bird games, a winner-take-all and $500 JACKPOT!
Canteen will be open.
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
Thursday, August 6, 2026
9:00 am—Basketball Tournament
Location: Harvey High Outdoor Court (rain location - HHS gymnasium)
Co-ed Grades 5-7 and Grades 8-11 (grade just completed)
Entrance Fee: $10 participation fee, which includes a BBQ and prizes
6:00-8:00 pm—Boucher Wing Night
Location: Harvey Curling Club
What could be better than wings? Join us for music, wings and a good time!
Cost: $14 for one pound wings, $8 for 1/2 pound
Flavours: honey garlic, sweet chili, BBQ - can add HOT to any
Bar will be open.
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
7:30 pm—Outdoor Movie Night (movie starts at approximately dusk - estimating 8:45 pm) NEW LOCATION!
Location: Lake George Family Campground
Join us (and bring your lawn chairs!) for a family movie under the trees and along the beautiful lakeside.
Movie: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Admission: By Donation
Canteen will be open with lots of cool snacks!
Friday, August 7, 2026
4:00-6:00 pm—Corey BBQ Chicken Dinner RETURNING EVENT!
Location: Bridget's Canteen at Harvey Memorial Community Centre
The famous BBQ chicken dinner is back!
Menu: BBQ Chicken, Coleslaw, Roll
Cost: $18
First come, first serve with approximately 250 orders available (no pre-orders).
5:00-7:15 pm—Harvey Lions Club / Curling Club Chase the Ace
Location: Harvey Lions Club
Stop by Chase the Ace and get your chance at the growing jackpot!
Tickets 1 for $5, 3 for $10, 7 for $10
5:00-8:00 pm--LAKESHORE FAMILY NIGHT MARKET
RAIN DATE: Sunday at same times
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
** PLEASE NOTE: ROUTE 636 AFTER HANSELPACKER ROAD TO GRIEVE TRAIL ENTRANCE WILL BE REDUCED TO ONE LANE OF TRAFFIC FROM 5 PM to END OF MARKET **
** Accessible Parking is available on site
Parking map: CLICK HERE
Venue Map: CLICK HERE
Check out and:
- explore the market of local vendors
- grab a bite at our food trucks and food vendors : Quack's Smoke Shack, Amazeburgs, Boucher Poutines, Yammy's Corner, and Harvey's Ice Cream Shack
- stop by the HCD tent for snacks and cotton candy!
- enjoy a casual drink in our beverage area with Big Fiddle Still and OG Ales!
- take in the activity area hosted by the Harvey Community Library
- play cornhole or one of our giant games - Tetris, Connect Four, Guess Who?
- listen to great live music by local talent Frank Hartt
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Contact us at hcdnightmarket@gmail.com
8:00-10:30 pm—Karaoke with Matt Feener RETURNING EVENT!
Location: Harvey Curling Club
You won't want to miss the chaotic fun that is Matt Feener (and his even crazier sidekick, Jen Little) and karaoke!
Admission: By Donation
Bar will be open along with snacks.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
7:00-9:30 am—Early Bird Breakfast EXTENDED TIME!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
Pancakes, eggs, sausage, beans, brown bread, juice, fruit, tea and coffee to start the big day off right!
Cost: By Donation
10:00 am---PARADE! ** Watch for weather announcements here and on Facebook **
Route: From Harvey High School to Harvey Elementary School
To avoid waiting - DETOUR:
- Coming from St. Stephen, McAdam: take route Route 635 at York Mills to Route 2
- Coming from Fredericton, Hanwell, Nackawic - take Route 635 exit at Kings Landing to reconnect to Route 3
This year's theme: Out of This World (space)
CLICK HERE FOR PARADE FORM (can be completed day of, but feel free to bring completed if able)
** There is no requirement for pre-entry. All parade participants should be at Harvey High School no later than 8:30 am Saturday morning. **
** This year we will be offering a combination of candy and other items (stickers, etc.) - floats are welcome to bring additional candy. **
Prizes this year for entries:
$1000 for a not-for-profit community organization
$1000 (Diamond level) sponsorship recognition for a business
$200 value of Harvey swag for general category (floats, walkers, etc.)
10:30 am---Fairgrounds Open!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre (arena and outdoors, depending on weather)
- Accessible Parking will be available at the Harvey Memorial Community Centre (proceed up Hanselpacker Hill).
- General Parking will be at the back field of the HMCC (proceed up Hanselpacker Hill) and at Harvey Elementary.
Parking map: CLICK HERE
Admission: Adults – $3 Students – $2 6 & under – Free
*FREE Admission to grounds after 12:30 pm. Tickets for carnival and inflatables stop selling at 12:30 pm.
10:30 am-1:00 pm--CARNIVAL
Come try your luck at our games! 1 ticket per game (some games for younger participants only)
• Plinko • Wheel of Fortune • Basketball Shoot • Bean Bag Toss • Jail • Face Painting • Henna Tattoos
• Ramp it Up • Punch Out! • Football Freak Out! • Duck Target Game • Wacky Launch It
Tickets can be bought until 12:30 pm in the carnival ticket booth – 1 for $2, 7 for $10 and 15 for $20.
GET TICKETS IN ADVANCE!
Carnival tickets can be purchased in advance from August 4-7 at the Harvey Rural Community Office from 9 am-4 pm.
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Touch-a-Truck!
Watch out for lots of cools vehicles to check out - Harvey Volunteer Fire Department, Ambulance NB, NB Southern Railway and more to come!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Fish Pond
Our famous fish pond - see what you can catch!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—HCD Canteens
We'll have lots of your favourites - fair hot dogs, french fries, nachos, pop and water
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Cotton Candy
Get your fill of this classic treat!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Ice Cream Bar
Don't miss your scoops of ice cream!
10:30 am-1:00 pm— Go-Go Bouncy Castles
Get your bounce with great bouncy castle options!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Face Painting
Stop by and get decorated up!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Exhibitor Hall
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
Join us where local talent and creativity come to life! We're celebrating the best of our community with a showcase of garden growings, canned foods, baked goods, photography, hand crafts and fine arts. Come and marvel at the impressive displays, support your neighbors, and maybe even get inspired to enter your own creations next year!
Want to be a competitor in the exhibit?
Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a culinary enthusiast, or an aspiring artist, there's something for everyone to put in on the friendly competition! For full details on how to participate - please see the attached guide here: GUIDE
DROP OFF ITEMS FOR JUDGING ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 4-6 PM at the HARVEY MEMORIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE LOBBY
Questions?
hcdexhibits@gmail.com
1:00 pm—Beach Volley Jam 2026 NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey High School Outdoor Volleyball Courts
Get together your co-ed team of 4 (2 each) for this semi-competitive tournament.
Each team is guaranteed 3 games of 2 sets. Prizes for top teams!
Cost: $10 per participant
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 6 at 5 pm)
To Register: e-mail parksandrecreation@harveyruralcommunity.ca
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - FIREWORKS by Sky Design
** Watch for updated date (it will not be Sunday evening)
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
Join us for the amazing display lakeside!
Boucher Curly Fries will be on sale starting at 8 pm.
Harvey 4-H will be leading a hamburger and hot dog canteen.
FIREWORKS CODE OF CONDUCT:
● Seating is first come, first serve—lawn chairs permitted
● Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult
● No bicycles or pets allowed (unless service dog)
● Playground/Lakeshore areas off-limits as of 9 pm
● All boats are asked to stay out of the cove after 9 pm
● Parking on site is limited to accessible parking only
Sunday, August 9, 2026
11:00 am—Ecumenical Church Service
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
Rain Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
1:00 pm—Balysto Steel Drum Band (start time might be a bit later due to setup outside)
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium (due to heat / weather) ** Note Venue Change
Join us for the crowd-favourite steel drum band that mixes a little bit of all types of music into a fun, interactive performance!
Admission: By Donation
3:00-6:00 pm--Pickleball Tournament NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium (due to heat / weather) ** Note Venue Change
Join us for a fun afternoon of pickleball - we'll make the teams up to give us a balanced tournament.
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 6 at 5 pm) - MAXIMUM 24 participants
To Register: e-mail parksandrecreation@harveyruralcommunity.ca
Please bring along a camping chair to relax while you wait to play.
Beverages (water, Gatorade, pop) and snacks available.
7:00 pm—Don Messer Barn Dance
Location: The Barn at Harvey View Farm
Join us for a night of some good ol' fiddle music!
Limited amount of accessible parking - drop off setup to be utilized to assist.
Admission: $10 - limited amounts (120 max).
Tickets on sale at WWE Smith's Country Store.
** FIREWORKS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED **
DUE TO WEATHER (current burn ban) - stayed tuned for new date
Questions?
E-mail: harveycommunitydays@gmail.com
Facebook: Harvey Community Network
,
Thursday, July 30 - Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Harvey Scavenger Hunt - Complete the Hunt to Win!
Complete the hunt and enter to win a $150 swag package to Harvey Community Days!
Deadline to submit - Tuesday, August 4 at 4 pm.
Directions on submission are provided at the last clue of the hunt.
SCAVENGER HUNT FIRST CLUE:
"Before you race from clue to clue, find the instrument that is larger than you..."
Note: While you're out doing the scavenger hunt, take a walk along the Grieve Lakeside Trail and look for a painted rock with the HRC logo. If you find it, bring it back to HMCC and you'll receive a free slushie coupon!
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
7:00 pm—Harvey Pub Trivia (trivia begins at 7:30 pm) REGISTRATION IS FULL!
Location: The Barn at Harvey View Farm
Join us for our annual battle of who knows the most pointless information!
No minimum number of players for a team. Suggested maximum of 10 players.
Cost: $10 per participant - pay in advance (e-transfer - harveycommunitydays@gmail.com) to guarantee, or pay night of.
Bar will be open along with snacks.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
9:00 am—Youth Beach Volleyball Tournament NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey High Outdoor Volleyball Courts
Co-ed Grades 5-8 (grade just completed) - get together your co-ed team of 4 (2 each).
Want to play but don't have a team? Let us know and we will try to find you a team.
Each team is guaranteed 3 games of 2 sets. Prizes for top teams!
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 4 at 5 pm)
To Register: e-mail jill.mccullough@nbed.nb.ca
Entrance Fee: $10 participation fee, which includes a BBQ and prizes
7:00 pm—Lions Bingo (doors open at 6 pm)
Location: Harvey Lions Club
There will be many regular games, early bird games, a winner-take-all and $500 JACKPOT!
Canteen will be open.
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
Thursday, August 6, 2026
9:00 am—Basketball Tournament
Location: Harvey High Outdoor Court (rain location - HHS gymnasium)
Co-ed Grades 5-7 and Grades 8-11 (grade just completed)
Entrance Fee: $10 participation fee, which includes a BBQ and prizes
6:00-8:00 pm—Boucher Wing Night
Location: Harvey Curling Club
What could be better than wings? Join us for music, wings and a good time!
Cost: $14 for one pound wings, $8 for 1/2 pound
Flavours: honey garlic, sweet chili, BBQ - can add HOT to any
Bar will be open.
7:00pm--Harvey Community Drama
Location: Harvey High School
Harvey Community Drama presents Don't Give Up Because. Written by Michael Clossin and inspired by screwball comedies of the 1930s and '40s. Don't Give Up Because is a fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities, big lies, and plans gone wildly off track!
Admission: By Donation
7:30 pm—Outdoor Movie Night (movie starts at approximately dusk - estimating 8:45 pm) NEW LOCATION!
Location: Lake George Family Campground
Join us (and bring your lawn chairs!) for a family movie under the trees and along the beautiful lakeside.
Movie: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Admission: By Donation
Canteen will be open with lots of cool snacks!
Friday, August 7, 2026
4:00-6:00 pm—Corey BBQ Chicken Dinner RETURNING EVENT!
Location: Bridget's Canteen at Harvey Memorial Community Centre
The famous BBQ chicken dinner is back!
Menu: BBQ Chicken, Coleslaw, Roll
Cost: $18
First come, first serve with approximately 250 orders available (no pre-orders).
5:00-7:15 pm—Harvey Lions Club / Curling Club Chase the Ace
Location: Harvey Lions Club
Stop by Chase the Ace and get your chance at the growing jackpot!
Tickets 1 for $5, 3 for $10, 7 for $10
5:00-8:00 pm--LAKESHORE FAMILY NIGHT MARKET
RAIN DATE: Sunday at same times
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
** PLEASE NOTE: ROUTE 636 AFTER HANSELPACKER ROAD TO GRIEVE TRAIL ENTRANCE WILL BE REDUCED TO ONE LANE OF TRAFFIC FROM 5 PM to END OF MARKET **
** Accessible Parking is available on site
Parking map: CLICK HERE
Venue Map: CLICK HERE
Check out and:
- explore the market of local vendors
- grab a bite at our food trucks and food vendors : Quack's Smoke Shack, Amazeburgs, Boucher Poutines, Yammy's Corner, and Harvey's Ice Cream Shack
- stop by the HCD tent for snacks and cotton candy!
- enjoy a casual drink in our beverage area with Big Fiddle Still and OG Ales!
- take in the activity area hosted by the Harvey Community Library
- play cornhole or one of our giant games - Tetris, Connect Four, Guess Who?
- listen to great live music by local talent Frank Hartt
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Contact us at hcdnightmarket@gmail.com
8:00-10:30 pm—Karaoke with Matt Feener RETURNING EVENT!
Location: Harvey Curling Club
You won't want to miss the chaotic fun that is Matt Feener (and his even crazier sidekick, Jen Little) and karaoke!
Admission: By Donation
Bar will be open along with snacks.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
7:00-9:30 am—Early Bird Breakfast EXTENDED TIME!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
Pancakes, eggs, sausage, beans, brown bread, juice, fruit, tea and coffee to start the big day off right!
Cost: By Donation
10:00 am---PARADE! ** Watch for weather announcements here and on Facebook **
Route: From Harvey High School to Harvey Elementary School
To avoid waiting - DETOUR:
- Coming from St. Stephen, McAdam: take route Route 635 at York Mills to Route 2
- Coming from Fredericton, Hanwell, Nackawic - take Route 635 exit at Kings Landing to reconnect to Route 3
This year's theme: Out of This World (space)
CLICK HERE FOR PARADE FORM (can be completed day of, but feel free to bring completed if able)
** There is no requirement for pre-entry. All parade participants should be at Harvey High School no later than 8:30 am Saturday morning. **
** This year we will be offering a combination of candy and other items (stickers, etc.) - floats are welcome to bring additional candy. **
Prizes this year for entries:
$1000 for a not-for-profit community organization
$1000 (Diamond level) sponsorship recognition for a business
$200 value of Harvey swag for general category (floats, walkers, etc.)
10:30 am---Fairgrounds Open!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre (arena and outdoors, depending on weather)
- Accessible Parking will be available at the Harvey Memorial Community Centre (proceed up Hanselpacker Hill).
- General Parking will be at the back field of the HMCC (proceed up Hanselpacker Hill) and at Harvey Elementary.
Parking map: CLICK HERE
Admission: Adults – $3 Students – $2 6 & under – Free
*FREE Admission to grounds after 12:30 pm. Tickets for carnival and inflatables stop selling at 12:30 pm.
10:30 am-1:00 pm--CARNIVAL
Come try your luck at our games! 1 ticket per game (some games for younger participants only)
• Plinko • Wheel of Fortune • Basketball Shoot • Bean Bag Toss • Jail • Face Painting • Henna Tattoos
• Ramp it Up • Punch Out! • Football Freak Out! • Duck Target Game • Wacky Launch It
Tickets can be bought until 12:30 pm in the carnival ticket booth – 1 for $2, 7 for $10 and 15 for $20.
GET TICKETS IN ADVANCE!
Carnival tickets can be purchased in advance from August 4-7 at the Harvey Rural Community Office from 9 am-4 pm.
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Touch-a-Truck!
Watch out for lots of cools vehicles to check out - Harvey Volunteer Fire Department, Ambulance NB, NB Southern Railway and more to come!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Fish Pond
Our famous fish pond - see what you can catch!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—HCD Canteens
We'll have lots of your favourites - fair hot dogs, french fries, nachos, pop and water
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Cotton Candy
Get your fill of this classic treat!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Ice Cream Bar
Don't miss your scoops of ice cream!
10:30 am-1:00 pm— Go-Go Bouncy Castles
Get your bounce with great bouncy castle options!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Face Painting
Stop by and get decorated up!
10:30 am-1:00 pm—Exhibitor Hall
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
Join us where local talent and creativity come to life! We're celebrating the best of our community with a showcase of garden growings, canned foods, baked goods, photography, hand crafts and fine arts. Come and marvel at the impressive displays, support your neighbors, and maybe even get inspired to enter your own creations next year!
Want to be a competitor in the exhibit?
Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a culinary enthusiast, or an aspiring artist, there's something for everyone to put in on the friendly competition! For full details on how to participate - please see the attached guide here: GUIDE
DROP OFF ITEMS FOR JUDGING ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 4-6 PM at the HARVEY MEMORIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE LOBBY
Questions?
hcdexhibits@gmail.com
1:00 pm—Beach Volley Jam 2026 NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey High School Outdoor Volleyball Courts
Get together your co-ed team of 4 (2 each) for this semi-competitive tournament.
Each team is guaranteed 3 games of 2 sets. Prizes for top teams!
Cost: $10 per participant
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 6 at 5 pm)
To Register: e-mail parksandrecreation@harveyruralcommunity.ca
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - FIREWORKS by Sky Design
** Watch for updated date (it will not be Sunday evening)
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
Join us for the amazing display lakeside!
Boucher Curly Fries will be on sale starting at 8 pm.
Harvey 4-H will be leading a hamburger and hot dog canteen.
FIREWORKS CODE OF CONDUCT:
● Seating is first come, first serve—lawn chairs permitted
● Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult
● No bicycles or pets allowed (unless service dog)
● Playground/Lakeshore areas off-limits as of 9 pm
● All boats are asked to stay out of the cove after 9 pm
● Parking on site is limited to accessible parking only
Sunday, August 9, 2026
11:00 am—Ecumenical Church Service
Location: Harvey Lakeshore
Rain Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium
1:00 pm—Balysto Steel Drum Band (start time might be a bit later due to setup outside)
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium (due to heat / weather) ** Note Venue Change
Join us for the crowd-favourite steel drum band that mixes a little bit of all types of music into a fun, interactive performance!
Admission: By Donation
3:00-6:00 pm--Pickleball Tournament NEW EVENT!
Location: Harvey Memorial Community Centre Gymnasium (due to heat / weather) ** Note Venue Change
Join us for a fun afternoon of pickleball - we'll make the teams up to give us a balanced tournament.
Pre-registration required (deadline to enter August 6 at 5 pm) - MAXIMUM 24 participants
To Register: e-mail parksandrecreation@harveyruralcommunity.ca
Please bring along a camping chair to relax while you wait to play.
Beverages (water, Gatorade, pop) and snacks available.
7:00 pm—Don Messer Barn Dance
Location: The Barn at Harvey View Farm
Join us for a night of some good ol' fiddle music!
Limited amount of accessible parking - drop off setup to be utilized to assist.
Admission: $10 - limited amounts (120 max).
Tickets on sale at WWE Smith's Country Store.