St. John's All Events
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May 08 to May 13
"Soul Feast"
Come nourish your body, mind, and spirit during Dominique Hurley's mixed-media art exhibition at The Sprout Restaurant.
Hours:
Tues-Thurs: 11:30am - 8pm
Fri: 11:30am - 9pm
Sat: 9am - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm
Sun: 10am - 3pm
"Soul Feast"
Come nourish your body, mind, and spirit during Dominique Hurley's mixed-media art exhibition at The Sprout Restaurant.
Hours:
Tues-Thurs: 11:30am - 8pm
Fri: 11:30am - 9pm
Sat: 9am - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm
Sun: 10am - 3pm
- The Sprout Address: 364 Duckworth St. St. John's NL CAN
May 14
Award-winning country music artist George Canyon is embarking on a five-city, coast-to-coast tour across Canada to inspire adults and children living with Type 1 diabetes to live a life without limits despite their disease.
First stop is in St. John’s Newfoundland
6:30pm – 9:00pm
The Majestic Theatre
People with Type 1 diabetes, and their parents, only, allowed to attend this evening of inspiration and entertainment featuring award-winning country music artist George Canyon and four other diabetes heroes who will share their insights and strategies for living powerfully with Type 1 diabetes.
Reserve your Free seats today online.
Arrive early: doors open at 5pm for event registration.
Award-winning country music artist George Canyon is embarking on a five-city, coast-to-coast tour across Canada to inspire adults and children living with Type 1 diabetes to live a life without limits despite their disease.
First stop is in St. John’s Newfoundland
6:30pm – 9:00pm
The Majestic Theatre
People with Type 1 diabetes, and their parents, only, allowed to attend this evening of inspiration and entertainment featuring award-winning country music artist George Canyon and four other diabetes heroes who will share their insights and strategies for living powerfully with Type 1 diabetes.
Reserve your Free seats today online.
Arrive early: doors open at 5pm for event registration.
May 27 to Jun 24
Opera on the Avalon is an exciting new performance program for young, gifted classical singers and pianists. The program is based in historic St. John's, Newfoundland, North America's oldest and most beautiful city. It offers promising young singers an opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive program of opera and song repertoire with distinguished faculty. Up to 75 talented singers and pianists will be chosen for this three week festival.
Opera on the Avalon participants will participate in an intensive curriculum of rehearsals, dramatic preparation, song repertory, diction and movement classes, body mapping, private music coachings, and master classes taught by resident artist-faculty and guest artists.
On Stage:
Mozart Requiem: June 8th and 9th at the Anglican Cathedral. 8pm.
Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi
June 20-23 at the Holy Heart Theatre, 8pm.
June 23 Matinee, 2pm. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult.
June 24th at the Garrick, Bonavista, 2pm.
Performance time is 2 hours and 15 minutes with one intermission. All performances will be sung in Italian with projected English subtitles.
Opera on the Avalon Recitals:
Opera on the Avalon annual aria recital series at D.F. Cook Recital Hall are one of the most beloved summer traditions in the city.
Please join us for intimate evenings of art and song in performance by the artists of Opera on the Avalon. Our popular recital series features some of the greatest tunes ever written for the operatic voice, performed by the next generation of opera’s greatest stars.
Concerts are at 8pm and are held at D.F. Cook Recital Hall at the Memorial University School of Music.
Opera Aria Recital 1: Friday, June 1, 8pm - D.F. Cook Recital Hall.
Opera Aria Recital 2: Saturday, June 2, 8pm - D.F. Cook Recital Hall.
Opera Aria Recital 3: Friday, June 15, Lunchtime - Downtown.
Opera on the Avalon is an exciting new performance program for young, gifted classical singers and pianists. The program is based in historic St. John's, Newfoundland, North America's oldest and most beautiful city. It offers promising young singers an opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive program of opera and song repertoire with distinguished faculty. Up to 75 talented singers and pianists will be chosen for this three week festival.
Opera on the Avalon participants will participate in an intensive curriculum of rehearsals, dramatic preparation, song repertory, diction and movement classes, body mapping, private music coachings, and master classes taught by resident artist-faculty and guest artists.
On Stage:
Mozart Requiem: June 8th and 9th at the Anglican Cathedral. 8pm.
Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi
June 20-23 at the Holy Heart Theatre, 8pm.
June 23 Matinee, 2pm. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult.
June 24th at the Garrick, Bonavista, 2pm.
Performance time is 2 hours and 15 minutes with one intermission. All performances will be sung in Italian with projected English subtitles.
Opera on the Avalon Recitals:
Opera on the Avalon annual aria recital series at D.F. Cook Recital Hall are one of the most beloved summer traditions in the city.
Please join us for intimate evenings of art and song in performance by the artists of Opera on the Avalon. Our popular recital series features some of the greatest tunes ever written for the operatic voice, performed by the next generation of opera’s greatest stars.
Concerts are at 8pm and are held at D.F. Cook Recital Hall at the Memorial University School of Music.
Opera Aria Recital 1: Friday, June 1, 8pm - D.F. Cook Recital Hall.
Opera Aria Recital 2: Saturday, June 2, 8pm - D.F. Cook Recital Hall.
Opera Aria Recital 3: Friday, June 15, Lunchtime - Downtown.
- Memorial University of Newfoundland Address: . St. John's NL CAN A1B 3Y1
Jun 21 to Jun 25
An annual tradition since 2000, this film festival features nightly screenings of up-and-coming independent film-makers and offers workshop opportunities, meet-and-greet events and a screenplay series. Children's selections and late-night screenings are also offered.
An annual tradition since 2000, this film festival features nightly screenings of up-and-coming independent film-makers and offers workshop opportunities, meet-and-greet events and a screenplay series. Children's selections and late-night screenings are also offered.
- Inco Innovation Centre Theater Address: Memorial University Campus. St. John's NL CAN
Jun 21 to Jun 24
A line-up of regional and visiting comedic talent, open-mic acts and a Gala finale performance are offered at this annual festival. Past acts have included the Trailer Park Boys, Shaun Majumder and the cast of This Hour has 22 Minutes.
A line-up of regional and visiting comedic talent, open-mic acts and a Gala finale performance are offered at this annual festival. Past acts have included the Trailer Park Boys, Shaun Majumder and the cast of This Hour has 22 Minutes.
- Delta Hotel & Conference Centre St. John's Address: 120 New Gower Street St. John's NL CAN A1C 6K4
Jul 09 to Jul 15
Every two years some of Newfoundland's best performers converge on St. John's for the Sound Symposium music festival. The event showcases the talents of artists in a variety of genres and offers events as varies as a symphony performance on the harbour, an improv night and African drum and dance ensembles.
Every two years some of Newfoundland's best performers converge on St. John's for the Sound Symposium music festival. The event showcases the talents of artists in a variety of genres and offers events as varies as a symphony performance on the harbour, an improv night and African drum and dance ensembles.
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Occurring at various venues across the city, this annual music festival highlights blues and jazz entertainers from near and far. In addition to offering an eclectic schedule of live events, interactive workshop opportunities for all ages are featured.
Occurring at various venues across the city, this annual music festival highlights blues and jazz entertainers from near and far. In addition to offering an eclectic schedule of live events, interactive workshop opportunities for all ages are featured.
- Yellow Belly Brewery & Public House Address: 288 Water St. St. John's NL CAN
- The Fat Cat Blues Bar Address: 14 George Street St. John's NL Canada A1C 1M5
- Bowring Park Amphitheatre Address: Waterford Bridge Road and Cowan Avenue St. John's NL Canada
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Held on the first Wednesday in August at Quidi Vidi Lake, this civic holiday is North America's oldest annual sporting event. In addition to the races, other activities include food and concession booths, as well as games. In the event of inclement weather, the regatta is held on the first suitable day after.
Held on the first Wednesday in August at Quidi Vidi Lake, this civic holiday is North America's oldest annual sporting event. In addition to the races, other activities include food and concession booths, as well as games. In the event of inclement weather, the regatta is held on the first suitable day after.
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The Annual Newfoundland and Labrador is taking place at Bannerman Park, St. John’s. Canada’s second-oldest folk festival is spread out over 3 exciting days and is attended by thousands of loyal supporters and visitors. Whether you are looking to sing, dance, hear a Newfoundland traditional story or just sit back and enjoy the music, this event is not to be missed. It is the coming together of community and culture to celebrate a distinct brand of music and tradition.
The Annual Newfoundland and Labrador is taking place at Bannerman Park, St. John’s. Canada’s second-oldest folk festival is spread out over 3 exciting days and is attended by thousands of loyal supporters and visitors. Whether you are looking to sing, dance, hear a Newfoundland traditional story or just sit back and enjoy the music, this event is not to be missed. It is the coming together of community and culture to celebrate a distinct brand of music and tradition.
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Established in 2001, the Tuckamore Festival presents chamber music to the masses and provides mentoring for young artists. The event includes evening performances as well as a free lunch hour concert series and student recitals.
Established in 2001, the Tuckamore Festival presents chamber music to the masses and provides mentoring for young artists. The event includes evening performances as well as a free lunch hour concert series and student recitals.
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Billed as North America's most easterly Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare By The Sea's line-up includes performances of a selection the Bard's classic tales. Performances will be held at Harbourside Park, Topsail Beach Amphitheatre, Signal Hill National Historic Site and at St. John’s Cabot Theatre in Bowring Park.
Billed as North America's most easterly Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare By The Sea's line-up includes performances of a selection the Bard's classic tales. Performances will be held at Harbourside Park, Topsail Beach Amphitheatre, Signal Hill National Historic Site and at St. John’s Cabot Theatre in Bowring Park.
- Bowring Park Address: Waterford Bridge Road and Cowan Avenue St. John's NL Canada
- Topsail Beach Address: Conception Bay South St. John's NL Canada
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An annual event in September where the doors of 16 different buildings are open for the public, such as the hallowed halls of Presentation Convent and the St. John's Maple Leafs' dressing room. There will also be a chance to look out over the St. John's harbour through a German U-Boat periscope. This is a unique opportunity for the citizens and visitors to St. John's to celebrate the area's heritage through the exploration of some of the hidden historical, architectural and cultural gems.
An annual event in September where the doors of 16 different buildings are open for the public, such as the hallowed halls of Presentation Convent and the St. John's Maple Leafs' dressing room. There will also be a chance to look out over the St. John's harbour through a German U-Boat periscope. This is a unique opportunity for the citizens and visitors to St. John's to celebrate the area's heritage through the exploration of some of the hidden historical, architectural and cultural gems.
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The Signal Hill Military Tattoo performs every summer in St. John's at Signal Hill. Military drills and music from the 1800s is featured. The Canon and Musket ceremony takes place every week.
The Signal Hill Military Tattoo performs every summer in St. John's at Signal Hill. Military drills and music from the 1800s is featured. The Canon and Musket ceremony takes place every week.
- Signal Hill National Historic Site Address: St. John's NF A1C 5M9
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Covering a course of 2200km (1367mi), this rally pits teams from around the globe in a world-class automotive racing event. Occurring over five legs, the race goes through towns on the eastern side of the island such as St. John's, Clarenville, Gander and Marystown.
Covering a course of 2200km (1367mi), this rally pits teams from around the globe in a world-class automotive racing event. Occurring over five legs, the race goes through towns on the eastern side of the island such as St. John's, Clarenville, Gander and Marystown.
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This 20km (12mi) road race commences at Cape Spear and ends at Cabot Tower on Signal Hill. The course features challenging terrain with only 3km (1.8mi) of flat terrain. The event also offers a health expo and a grand finale presentation ceremony.
This 20km (12mi) road race commences at Cape Spear and ends at Cabot Tower on Signal Hill. The course features challenging terrain with only 3km (1.8mi) of flat terrain. The event also offers a health expo and a grand finale presentation ceremony.
- Signal Hill National Historic Site Address: St. John's NF A1C 5M9
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Promoting the work of female filmmakers, this event features the works of over 50 women. Managed by a charitable organization, this film festival also offers seminars, galas, forums and receptions.
Promoting the work of female filmmakers, this event features the works of over 50 women. Managed by a charitable organization, this film festival also offers seminars, galas, forums and receptions.
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The Craft Council's Christmas Craft Fair is an ideal opportunity to pick up something special for Christmas. The fair showcases the finest crafts made by artisans from across the province.
The Craft Council's Christmas Craft Fair is an ideal opportunity to pick up something special for Christmas. The fair showcases the finest crafts made by artisans from across the province.
- St. John's Arts and Culture Centre Address: Prince Philip Drive. St. John's NL CAN AlC 5P9
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Highlights of this annual Francophone cultural event include live music, a visual arts contests, a kite creation and flying day and theatrical performances. All events occur at the Centre Scolaire et Communautaire des Grands-Vents.
Highlights of this annual Francophone cultural event include live music, a visual arts contests, a kite creation and flying day and theatrical performances. All events occur at the Centre Scolaire et Communautaire des Grands-Vents.
- Centre Scolaire & Communautaire des Grands-Vents Address: 65 Ridge Rd., Suite 245. St. John's NL CAN A1B 4P5
