Shediac Wonderland is a hospitality, tourism, and events company based in Shediac, New Brunswick. Through a collection of distinctive venues and large-scale public events, the company develops immersive experiences that combine culinary craftsmanship, entertainment, and community gathering.
Founded by Sebastien Despres and Heather Wright, Shediac Wonderland has grown into one of the region’s most creative experience-driven enterprises, operating restaurants, attractions, festivals, and tourism experiences that draw both locals and visitors from across Atlantic Canada.
Our work spans hospitality, culture, and tourism — and we welcome media inquiries about our businesses, events, and projects.
Shediac Wonderland operates a collection of complementary brands and destinations in Shediac, including:
Bistro Le Moque-Tortue
Neptune Drive-In Theatre
Adorable Chocolat
Le Griffon Bed & Breakfast
Morse et Marteaux BBQ
Witzend Tours & Adventures
The company also produces major public events including:
Shediac Renaissance Festival
Bazar Neptune
These experiences collectively contribute to Shediac’s growing reputation as a creative tourism destination.
Journalists and producers frequently connect with us about:
The revival and modernization of the Neptune Drive-In Theatre
The growth of large-scale themed events such as the Shediac Renaissance Festival
Culinary craftsmanship and artisanal chocolate production at Adorable Chocolat
Tourism innovation and experience-driven destinations in small coastal towns
Entrepreneurship and hospitality development in Atlantic Canada
If you’re working on a story related to tourism, festivals, hospitality innovation, or community-based entrepreneurship.. or pretty much anything else, we’d be happy to speak with you.
Media interviews with Shediac Wonderland founder Sebastien Despres are available upon request. Common topics include:
Tourism entrepreneurship
Event creation and destination development
Reviving historic attractions
Building hospitality brands in small communities
The future of experiential tourism in Atlantic Canada
For interviews, press inquiries, media visits, or photography requests:
Please include your outlet, deadline, and the nature of your request so we can respond quickly.
Press kits and additional materials are available upon request. Members of the media may request:
High-resolution photography
Event information and fact sheets
Founder biographies
Venue descriptions
Media access to events
Lobster Rolls and Ancient Beaches on Canada’s Acadian Coast
Condé Nast Traveller, March 8th 2021
Shediac Neptune Drive-in to reopen under new owners, new billing as Texas-style eatery
CBC News, March 8th, 2024
NB365: Sébastien Després And Heather Wright Of Bistro Le Moque-Tortue
Huddle Today,
Un Acadien réalise son rêve en revenant vivre au Nouveau-Brunswick
Radio-Canada
The price of a lobster roll is clawing its way up
CBC
Le ciné-parc Neptune, à Shediac, va bientôt rouvrir ses portes
Radio-Canada, March 11th 2024
Du chocolat pour la Saint-Valentin, une tradition bien vivante à Shediac
Radio-Canada, February 13th 2024
Boycotter les produits américains : « Mieux vaut ça que l’annexation »
Radio-Canada, March 8th 2025
New Brunswick tourism operators thrilled with busy season
CBC News, September 1st 2025
Sébastien Després and Le Moque-Tortue: Portrait of this Shediac business
UNI Blog, October 8th, 2019
When Ducks Leave the Pond, Episode 12: Sébastien Després
Mount Allison Radio, April 24, 2025
NB365 – Bistro Le Moque-Tortue, Sébastien Després et Heather Wright, Shédiac
Acadie Nouvelle, July 7th 2021
Le Moque-Tortue et Le Griffon font l’achat d’Adorable Chocolat à Shediac
Acadie Nouvelle, 5 janvier 2023
Texas BBQ, Acadian Style
Wood-fired
1000-gallon offset