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DOWNTOWN
From restaurants and bars to clothing boutiques, specialty food shops, professional services, beauty salons, art spaces, fitness studios and more—Downtown has something for everyone.
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EVENT CENTRAL
Every year we host signature events to celebrate everything we have to offer: the Burger Battle, Reel Downtown, the Busker’s Festival, Tax-Free Day, and the Christmas Parade.
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ALL EVENTS
In a place like Downtown St. John’s, there’s something exciting happening every day! You can also submit your events to our calendar.
Mar 01
Downtown St. John’s Burger Battle
Every March, 40+ restaurants compete for the title of Burger Champion!
LATEST NEWS
January 14, 2025
NL Policing Services Survey
POLICING SERVICES SURVEY The Provincial Government’s Policing Transformation Working Group is seeking the public’s input to help shape the future of policing services in the province. The Wo...
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January 7, 2025
City Seeking Feedback from Businesses on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall
The City of St. John’s invites businesses and organizations in the downtown area to share their perspectives on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. Engagement will be open from January 7 to February 9.
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December 5, 2024
🎉LOVE DOWNTOWN IN DECEMBER & WIN! EXTENDED TO JAN. 6, 2025! 🎉
This holiday season, make Downtown St. John's your celebration destination! Whether shopping, staying, eating, or playing, you could win a $100 pre-paid Visa or Mastercard card, just for showing how ...
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Looking to work or invest in the heart of the city? Downtown St. John’s has an idyllic historic-urban vibe (and incredible views) to suit your business needs at every stage.
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
Wondering where to park, which bus to take, and how to get around? We got you covered.
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ABOUT US
Downtown St. John’s is a not-for-profit business improvement area association that strives to make the district a better place to live, work, shop, and visit through our events, programs, and projects.
Our member-based association connects you with all there is to love downtown.
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