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Cruise

September 2026 cruise ship schedule

Here is the complete September 2026 cruise ship schedule for Saint John, NB, based on the published 2026 port calendar. Schedules can change, so it is worth checking again closer to the date.

  • September 1: Vision of the Seas — departs 4:00 p.m.

September 2: Norwegian Escape — 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Norwegian Jewel — 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

  • September 3: Norwegian Breakaway — 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • September 5: AIDAdiva — 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Sapphire Princess — 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

September 7: Celebrity Silhouette — 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Independence of the Seas — arrives 8:00 a.m.

  • September 8: Carnival Sunshine — 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Independence of the Seas — departs 8:00 p.m.; Seven Seas Splendor — 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • September 9: Norwegian Jewel — 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • September 11: Norwegian Breakaway — 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

September 14: Vision of the Seas — arrives 10:00 a.m.

September 15: Norwegian Escape — 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Vision of the Seas — departs 4:00 p.m.

  • September 16: AIDAdiva — 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

September 17: Norwegian Breakaway — 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Volendam — 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

September 21: Sapphire Princess — 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

September 22: Carnival Sunshine — 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

September 23: Independence of the Seas — arrives 10:30 a.m.; Valiant Lady — 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

September 24: Independence of the Seas — departs 8:50 p.m.

  • September 25: Sapphire Princess — 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

September 26: Seven Seas Splendor — arrives 12:00 p.m.

September 27: Seven Seas Splendor — departs 1:00 p.m.

September 28: Vision of the Seas — arrives 10:00 a.m.

September 29: Vision of the Seas — departs 4:00 p.m.

September 30: Norwegian Jewel — 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Seven Seas Splendor — 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The busiest September days appear to be September 2, 5, 8, 17, 23, and 30, with multiple ships in port.

Cruise Calender

Your Garden

Gardening in Saint John in September

Gardening in Saint John, New Brunswick in September

September is one of the best gardening months in Saint John. Days are still mild, the soil is warm, and the average first frost typically doesn’t arrive until early October, giving gardeners several productive weeks to harvest and prepare for fall.

What to Harvest

September is peak harvest season for:

  • Tomatoes
  • Peppers
  • Beans
  • Cucumbers
  • Zucchini and squash
  • Potatoes
  • Onions
  • Garlic
  • Herbs

Many gardeners also continue harvesting kale, lettuce, spinach, and other cool-season greens.

What You Can Still Plant

For quick fall crops, try:

  • Spinach
  • Lettuce
  • Radishes
  • Turnips
  • Beets (baby beets)
  • Green onions

These cool-weather crops often grow well in Saint John’s maritime climate and can tolerate light frosts.

Flower Gardening

September is an excellent time to:

  • Plant spring-flowering bulbs (tulips, daffodils, crocuses)
  • Divide and transplant perennials
  • Plant new trees and shrubs
  • Add fall colour with mums and ornamental kale

The warm soil helps roots establish before winter arrives.

Garden Maintenance

September jobs include:

  • Removing diseased plant material
  • Collecting seeds from annual flowers
  • Adding compost to beds
  • Mulching around perennials
  • Beginning to cure onions and garlic for storage
  • Watching weather forecasts for early frost warnings

Saint John’s coastal climate can delay frost compared with inland New Brunswick, but it’s wise to keep row covers handy by late September.

Looking Ahead to October

Early October is the traditional time in Saint John to plant hardneck garlic for next year’s harvest. Many local gardeners consider garlic one of the most reliable crops in the region.

Typical September Weather in Saint John

  • Average daytime highs: 16–20°C
  • Cool nights: 7–11°C
  • Increasing chance of fog and rain
  • Usually frost-free through most of the month

These conditions are ideal for cool-season vegetables and for establishing perennials before winter.

A well-planned September garden in Saint John can keep producing fresh vegetables right into October and sometimes November with simple frost protection.