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Spend a weekend at Yip Cider with Fred Eaglesmith: intimate dome shows, orchard-side camping, local art, and a Sunday Band-Jam fundraiser. Expect handcrafted cider, family-friendly activities, and music that hits like a conversation.
Spend a weekend at Yip Cider with Fred Eaglesmith: intimate dome shows, orchard-side camping, local art, and a Sunday Band-Jam fundraiser. Expect handcrafted cider, family-friendly activities, and music that hits like a conversation.
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Operated by Yip Cider · Long Reach, New Brunswick
The Fred Eaglesmith Family Picnic Experience at Yip Cider, Long Reach, New Brunswick, Canada, is a weekend music-and-cider gathering that turns an orchard into a small-scale festival. From July 10-12, Fred Eaglesmith and his band play intimate dome performances inside the Yip Dome, joined by local artists, food vendors, lawn games, and on-site tent and RV camping. The site sits on working cider land with orchards, grassy fields, and views across the tidal lowlands that shape this stretch of New Brunswick coastline.
Walk between performances and you'll notice the smell of fermenting apples, the textured bark of orchard trees, and a skyline that moves with the tide; this is a place where agricultural rhythms meet touring roots music. The weekend is framed around two headline shows Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m., and a Sunday afternoon Band-Jam fundraiser for the Kingston Food Bank. Weekend pass holders gain entry to all music, the Sunday jam, and campsite access.
What distinguishes this event is scale and setting: the Yip Dome creates close quarters that make Eaglesmith's storytelling hit like a conversation, while the surrounding fields keep the atmosphere relaxed and family-friendly. Kids can play lawn games between sets; local visual artists install exhibits that line a pathway through the orchard; food trucks and cider taps offer a culinary slice of the region. The combination of handcrafted cider culture and grassroots Americana music makes this an authentic, place-specific weekend rather than a generic ticketed festival.
Practical notes: camping includes tent and RV spots on-site, so bring stakes suitable for grassy ground and ensure you pack warm layers for coastal night air. Parking and exact check-in details are provided by the organizer at purchase; expect a short walk from parking to the main dome and camping areas. Accessibility details are not supplied in the listing; contact the operator for special needs.
Why book it: if you travel for songs about small towns, highways and real life, and you appreciate events that support local food banks and artists, this weekend is tailored for you. It's equal parts live-music intimacy, orchard-side relaxation, and community-minded programming. Photographers will find golden light in the orchard and candid moments in the dome; families will appreciate the daytime activities and fundraiser focus. Whether you come for Fred Eaglesmith's reputation as a seasoned storyteller or for a weekend among cider trees and live bands, this event offers a memorable seasonal snapshot of Long Reach's music and maker culture. Book early for limited weekend passes, plan for changing coastal weather, and bring cash or card for food and cider vendors; the Band-Jam fundraiser on Sunday adds a meaningful community layer to a weekend built on music and mutual support, and lasting memories.
easy.
2–3 days.
Minimal fitness required; expect walking on grassy, uneven ground between dome, vendors, and campsites.
Weekend pass holders receive admission to all live music events, complimentary access to the Sunday Band-Jam, and on-site tent & RV camping access.
Yes—weekend pass holders get access to the event's tent and RV camping areas; bring your own gear.
The event is family-friendly with lawn games and daytime activities; no age restrictions are listed but check the organizer for specifics.
Yes—local food vendors and cider taps operate during the weekend; bring cash or card for purchases.
Accessibility details are not supplied in the listing; contact the event operator directly for assistance and accommodations.
The Sunday Band-Jam is a fundraiser in support of the Kingston Food Bank, and proceeds or donations benefit local food security efforts.
The weekend includes a Band-Jam fundraiser supporting the Kingston Food Bank, tying music to local community support.
Visitors are encouraged to pack out what they pack in, support local vendors, and follow campsite rules to minimize impact on orchard land.
Yip Cider is a cidery and events venue located in Long Reach, New Brunswick, on the banks of the Saint John River. The business hosts seasonal festivals, themed trivia nights, family celebrations, creative workshops, and private corporate bookings. Events listed include Yip Country Fest 2026, Yip Fest 2026 (cider and beer festival), LOST IN SOUND weekend music festival with camping, and a variety of themed trivia nights such as Devil Wears Prada, Mario, Power-Pop Girls, and Back-to-School TV + Movie trivia. Family-focused events include an Easter Egg Hunt with a 30-minute egg hunt, indoor games, face painting, tasty treats, and an Easter Bunny visit. Creative experiences include Vintage Bottle Painting, where guests personalize a full Orchard Blanc bottle while enjoying a complimentary draft cider. Corporate Bookings provide private rooms (boardroom and lounge) equipped with Wi-Fi, a 4K TV, ping-pong, and cozy lounge space; bookings can be paired with tastings, tours, or apple picking for a customized group experience. Yip Cider presents outdoor music, local vendors, and riverside sunset views for summer events. The venue supports both ticketed festivals and one-off community gatherings, offering a mix of live DJs, local acts, family activities, and beverage-focused experiences. All event descriptions are factual listings of offerings and amenities. For visitors seeking cider-focused festivals, themed entertainment, or private event space in Long Reach, Yip Cider provides a variety of seasonal and private options along the Saint John River.
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