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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
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SUMMARY:Community in Craft: 2026 CCNL Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Community in Craft: 2026 Annual Members Exhibition presents one-of-a-kind works that highlight creative design and technical skill from over 30 Newfoundland and Labrador craft artists. Featuring a diverse range of media\, this collection of works demonstrates the depth and richness of our craft community and offers the opportunity for local craft artists to engage new and returning audiences. All exhibited works are available for purchase. \nThe opening reception will take place on June 20th from 1pm to 3pm.\nThis show will be available for public viewing from June 20th to to August 28th\, 2026.
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/community-in-craft-2026-ccnl-annual-members-exhibition/2026-06-20/1/
LOCATION:Craft Council Gallery\, 155 Water St\, St. John's\, NL\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260724T220000
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SUMMARY:Downtown Pedestrian Mall June 25 - Sept. 7/26
DESCRIPTION:The City of St. John’s Downtown Pedestrian Mall (DPM) returns for the 2026 season. Water Street transforms into a lively\, people-first space filled with patio dining\, local shopping\, and downtown energy! \nDate: June 25 to September 7\, 2026\nTime: Noon to 10 p.m. daily\nLocation: Water Street (Adelaide Street to Prescott Street) \nThe Downtown Pedestrian Mall is full of surprises all summer long. Catch pop-up performances\, explore Markets on Water\, or enjoy community events in the heart of downtown. All free and open for everyone to enjoy! \nFollow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest What’s Happening St. John’s news and updates.
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/downtown-pedestrian-mall-june-25-sept-7-26/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Downtown Pedestrian Mall\, Water Street\, St. John's\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260728T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260728T133000
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SUMMARY:Kitchen Party at Rocket Bakery
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm\, local musicians gather around a kitchen table at Rocket Bakery on Water Street to play NL traditional tunes. It’s a knee-slapping\, toe-tapping time! So grab your lunch and then sit back for a terrific hour of NL musical magic! Free!
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/kitchen-party-at-rocket-bakery/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food\, 294 Water Street\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1C 1X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocket%20Bakery%20%26amp%3B%20Fresh%20Food":MAILTO:kelly@rocketfood.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260730T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260730T200000
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SUMMARY:Markets on Water - Downtown Pedestrian Mall
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m.\, starting July 9\, Water Street comes alive with Markets on Water — a weekly celebration of local creativity\, culture\, and community. \nSpanning from Ayres Cove to Prescott Street\, the market will feature vendors hosted by The Mom Market. Each week\, you’ll discover a rotating lineup of carefully curated small businesses — from handcrafted goods and artisan products to one-of-a-kind art\, fashion\, jewelry\, home décor\, sweet treats\, and so much more. \nDon’t miss the two special Saturday markets on August 8 and 22! \nFor more information visit https://www.stjohns.ca/recreation-culture/events/city-hosted-events/downtown-pedestrian-mall/#CommunityEventSpace
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/markets-on-water-downtown-pedestrian-mall/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Pedestrian Mall\, Water Street\, St. John's\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260730T180000
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SUMMARY:41st Annual George Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:THE 41ST\nANNUAL GEORGE\nSTREET FESTIVAL.\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 30 – Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 \nLocated in the center of historic downtown St. John’s\, George Street is one of the premier entertainment districts in North America.
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/41st-annual-george-street-festival/
LOCATION:George Street\, George Street\, St. John's\, NL\, A1C5K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="George%20Street%20Association":MAILTO:info@georgestreetlive.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260802T210000
DTSTAMP:20260724T184006
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UID:10004745-1785499200-1785704400@downtownstjohns.com
SUMMARY:Annual Downtown St. John's Busker Festival
DESCRIPTION:July 31 to August 2\, 2026! \nThe Annual Downtown St. John’s Busker Festival is all about bringing performance entertainment to the streets! From July 31 to August 2\, 2026\, our streets will be alive with national\, international\, and local talent—including jugglers\, magicians\, acrobats\, comedians\, visual artists\, and more.\nThe festival is FREE and runs 12 pm – 9 pm daily. Plus\, it’s open to all ages\, and we’ll have face painting\, balloon twisters\, and living art statues for everyone to enjoy. \nFor more details on the 2026 Busker Festival lineup visit: https://downtownstjohns.com/signature-events/busker-festival/ \n 
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/annual-downtown-st-johns-busker-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Pedestrian Mall\, Water Street\, St. John's\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown%20St.%20John%27s%20Business%20Commission":MAILTO:info@downtownstjohns.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260731T123000
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SUMMARY:Music @ Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Music @ is an annual concert series running from July to September. All shows are free to attend and feature a wide variety of musical genres\, including folk\, rock\, pop\, traditional\, and country. Each concert will open with a performance by a young emerging artist\, thanks to our partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society. \nThe 2026 series kicks off on July 3 and runs until September 18. This year’s line-up includes: \n\nFriday\, July 3\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Sherry Ryan\nFriday\, July 10\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Rachel Cousins\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Sonic Playgrounds\nFriday\, July 24\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Jim Payne & Fergus O’Byrne\nFriday\, July 31\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: High & Lonesome\nFriday\, August 7\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Salt Beef Junkies\nFriday\, August 14\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Rev. Dave Trio\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: De La Paz Latin Quintet\nFriday\, August 28\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Hannah Green\nFriday\, September 4\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Justin Fancy\nFriday\, September 11\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Big Space\nFriday\, September 18\, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Zaynab Wilson MoZayic
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/music-concerts/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Harbourside Park\, Water Street East\, St. John';s\, NL\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T184006
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UID:10004612-1785506400-1785513600@downtownstjohns.com
SUMMARY:Pop-up Events - Downtown Pedestrian Mall
DESCRIPTION:Each Friday throughout the summer starting June 26\, the Downtown Pedestrian Mall hosts various pop-up events from 2 to 4 p.m. in front of the Scotiabank building featuring local entertainers. \nFor more information visit https://www.stjohns.ca/recreation-culture/events/city-hosted-events/downtown-pedestrian-mall/#CommunityEventSpace
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/pop-up-events-downtown-pedestrian-mall/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Downtown Pedestrian Mall\, Water Street\, St. John's\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260826T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260826T180000
DTSTAMP:20260724T184006
CREATED:20260507T152422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T153635Z
UID:10004165-1787727600-1787767200@downtownstjohns.com
SUMMARY:Cruise Ship Volendam
DESCRIPTION:Arrives 8 am \nDeparts 5 pm \nPassengers: 1432 \nCrew: 604
URL:https://downtownstjohns.com/event/cruise-ship-volendam-2/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Downtown St. John’s\, 140 Water Street\, Suite 705\, St. John's\, NL\, A1C5K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cruise Ship Visit
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