Events
Big Axe Winterfest / Frostival 2025
Join us at our second location for an unforgettable winter adventure at our inaugural FROSTival at Big Axe Alehouse, located within Mactaquac Park.
Embrace the beauty of the outdoors while enjoying seasonal activities, warm treats and delicious food.
Don’t miss out on this perfect weekend of winter fun, nature and good company. Admission is free!
Friday January 31st, Saturday February 1st and Sunday February 2nd between 12-9pm.
Take out Window will be open from 12-9pm. Grab a snack and beverage to keep you warm and fueled for your outdoor activities.
Join our friendly staff in front of the lodge between 12-4pm for:
- Homemade chili
- Maple caramel popcorn with local Little Mactaquac Maples' Syrup
- Hot chocolate
- Canned Big Axe Products
- Coburn's Mulled Cider
- FROSTival Cocktails
- Watch for Big Axe Giveaways throughout the weekend!
1-3pm - Big Axe Sampling (In front of lodge)
1-4pm - Bring your kids inside to warm up and enjoy our indoor kids FROSTival games and Crafts!
5pm - Night Sliding (additional fees may apply)
Snowmobile Rally – Snowmobile Rally - Friday January 31st and Saturday February 1st - 2 day adventure!
$10.00 Entry Fee
Embrace the great outdoors and sled through the trails at our exciting Snowmobile Rally!
Capture unforgettable moments at scenic checkpoints along the way—don’t forget to snap selfies for your ballot entries:
Checkpoints:
- Big Axe Brewery, Nackawic
- Crabbe Mountain Ski Hill
- Springfield Warming Hut
- Campbell Settlement Warming Hut
- Millville Warming Hut
- Ayers Lake Lookout
1 Ballot per entry (to be verified by selfie pictures) and the chance to earn extra ballets (see our Facebook event for details) to be entered in for a draw of prizes. Prizes will be awarded at 5:50pm on Saturday February 1st at Big Axe Alehouse & Grill located at Mactaquac Provincial Park.
Once you have completed your checkpoints, join us at the lodge and indulge in our delightful Frostival Cocktails, Savor the finest selections of craft beer and wine, or treat yourself to rich hot chocolate and spiced Mulled Apple Cider. Full food menu will be available.
Join us for a cozy evening!
Event Registration - Snowmobilers can register for the rally by contacting cynthia@bigaxe.ca or by calling
506-261-0259. $10 Fee per person.
OUR ANNUAL Big Axe Craft Beer Festival
Atlantic Canada's Largest Outdoor Craft Beer Festival. July 11th & 12th 2025
Purchase Tickets for 2025 at Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/big-axe-craft-beer-festival-tickets-1100017224129?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Check out our Festival Website and videos: https://bigaxefestival.com/
https://www.facebook.com/BigAxeFestival/videos/1605557849542976/
https://www.facebook.com/BigAxeFestival/videos/1745951538836939
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ynqAqxrRSSsbDatbsAD-2xSp1woyKLKm/view?usp=drive_link
Big Axe Dart Night (fall/winter) Wednesday's at 7pm 2025 season
Every Wednesday starting at 7pm join us for a game of Darts!
Enjoy $6 Draught and happy hour pricing on all other drinks!
Hope to see you there!
Rustic Wedding Venue
Step into our charming wedding venue and experience the allure of a truly rustic atmosphere. Nestled along the river, our location exudes a timeless countryside charm that will transport you and your guests to a world of natural beauty and serenity.
Our cedar log barn style building perfectly captures the essence of rustic elegance. With its weathered wood and warm tones, it provides a cozy and intimate setting for your celebration. The high ceilings, adorned with exposed wooden boards, add a touch of grandeur, while the windows allow natural light to pour in, illuminating the space with a soft glow.
Contact Krystle@bigaxe.ca
Let us host your next event with us here at Big Axe Brewery
What would be more fun than having your next corporate event, birthday party, or any reason to gather together for a Kick Axe time! We can shuttle you to and from the Brewery from out of town. Up to 100 people
Fun things to do:
Washer Toss
Large Size Beer Pong
Darts
Relax by the water
We have great Local Craft Products and Food
Contact Amanda @ Saloon@bigaxe.ca
for more details :)
Annual HALLOWEEN PARTY
Join us Saturday October 26th 2024 for a Halloween Party you won't forget!
5 to 6:30pm we'll be transforming our brewery into a haunted house. Bring your kiddos along for some treats!
8pm It's time for the grown-ups to let loose and embrace the spooky vibes!
Live Music & Dance
Dress to impress! We will be having some kick axe prizes for the best individual costume and best couple/group costume!
We can also arrange a shuttle service
Contact Amanda @ Saloon@bigaxe.ca
for more details :)
Big Axe Septemberfest
Based on the traditional Oktoberfest, our Septemberfest provides you with German food, the finest German craft Beers, local craft vendors and live music. An experience you don't want to miss during beautiful weather on the waterfront.
Washer Toss Tournaments
The beer is cold, and weather is warm! Let's not forget that the competition is real. Some of our best memories are the new friends we've made. Can't wait to see you there!