Whistlin Donkeys
2026-05-22 20:00 - 23:00 (America/St_Johns) | JAG Sound House, George Street West, St. John's, NL, Canada

Rogues VS Tri-State Admirals
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Mary Browns Centre, 50 New Gower Street, St. John’s, Newfoundland, A1C 1J3, Canada

Cruise Ship Volendam
2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown St. John’s, 140 Water Street, Suite 705, St. John's, NL, A1C5K8, Canada
Arrives 8 am
Departs 5 pm
Passengers: 1432
Crew: 604

Friends of the Festival - A Fundraising Concert
2026-06-07 19:00 - 23:00 | St. John’s Convention Centre, 101 New Gower St, St. John's, NL, A1C 1J3, Canada
The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society (NLFAS) is thrilled to announce “Friends of the Festival” – a fundraising concert!
Hitting the stage with songs and tunes to bring the house down are: Jim Payne & Fergus O’Byrne, Sandy Morris & Anita Best, Matthew Byrne, Zaynab Wilson, Rube & Rake, Sherman Downey, plus original members of legendary Figgy Duff – Pamela Morgan, Kelly Russell & Dave Panting.
Jean Hewson, Interim Board President says, “The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society has been part of the cultural fabric of this province for decades, and this concert is a chance for the community to come together and support its future. On June 7, some of Newfoundland and Labrador’s finest artists are lending their talents to support the future of folk arts in this province. Every ticket purchased and every donation made against our debt will help rebuild the festival, the programs, and the spaces where our traditions, stories, and music can thrive. We hope people will come out, bring a friend, and be part of what comes next. We’re incredibly grateful to the artists and community members who continue to stand with us. We look forward to seeing you there!”
Doors will open at 6 PM with the show starting at 7 PM.
Tickets are $50.00 plus HST and fees per person. 19+ event

Pottery & Print Fair at the Anna Templeton Centre
2026-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Anna Templeton Centre, 278 Duckworth St, St. John's, NL, A1C 5K8, Canada
This market takes place at the Anna Templeton Centre on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14 from 10am-4pm both days.
With up to 20 vendors on multiple floors, you’ll be able to find the perfect gifts for father’s day, wedding season, or a treat for yourself! From hand-built or wheel-thrown ceramic mugs to linocut printed artwork, tea towels, and more, the Pottery & Print Fair celebrates makers and the handmade process.
This is a curated market dedicated to ceramic artists and printmakers in NL. We aim to highlight the skill, patience, and passion behind every piece fired and every print pulled, paying homage to traditional techniques.
Admission: Suggested donation $5 or pay what you can at the door (kids under 18 are free when accompanied by adults.) ATC is a registered non-profit and this event is a fundraiser to support our programming. Entry fee includes a ballot for a door prize.

Kitchen Party at Rocket Bakery
2026-06-16 12:30 - 13:30 | Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food, 294 Water Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 1X8, Canada
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!

Prelude Concert with Duo Perpetuo
2026-06-18 12:30 - 13:30 | Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Festival alumna violinist Elena Vigna Sanchez and guitarist Ben Diamond perform together as Duo Perpetuo to present an intimate program exploring how melodies travel across time and cultures. The performance promises thoughtful repertoire, virtuosic interplay, and an accessible introduction to the festival’s spirit for both longtime patrons and new listeners.

Pride Edition: Make-a-Mug Workshops
2026-06-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Craft Council Clay Studio, 50 Harbour Drive, St. Johns, Newfoundland, A1C 1A5, Canada
Celebrate your Pride with this fun and hands-on workshop run by queer instructors. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the basics of working with clay using handbuilding techniques – no pottery wheel required. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through shaping, assembling, and personalizing your mug, which will be glazed and kiln-fired for you to take home and enjoy.
A portion of the proceeds of these workshops will be donated to local Queer Organizations that support the LGBTQIA+ Community.

Ward 2 - Community clean-up in downtown St. John's
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | 181-183 Water Street Relic/Johnny Ruth, 140 Water Street, Suite 705, St. John's, NL, A1C5K8, Canada
Join Ward 2 Councilor Brenda Halley on Saturday, June 20 for a Ward 2 Community clean up in downtown St. John’s. Businesses, property owners and residents are invited to join in on the clean up. Volunteers are asked to meet at 10 am at Relic & Johnny Ruth on the corner of Water Street and Clift’s Baird’s Cove. Garbage bags will be provided. Gloves are recommended and if you have your own litter picker please bring it!

Community in Craft: 2026 CCNL Annual Members' Exhibition
2026-06-20 | Craft Council Gallery, 155 Water St, St. John's, NL, Canada
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.
The opening reception will take place on June 20th from 1pm to 3pm.
This show will be available for public viewing from June 20th to to August 28th, 2026.

Dad and Me Workshop
2026-06-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Craft Council Clay Studio, 50 Harbour Drive, St. Johns, Newfoundland, A1C 1A5, Canada
Celebrate Fathers Day with this fun and hands-on workshop. Handbuilding is a fun, accessible method of clay work that uses only your hands and a few simple tools. This beginner-friendly single session workshop introduces some of the foundational techniques used in handbuilding to create a matching set of mugs for a Father and Child.
Topics covered include:
Soft slab construction
Forming handles
Decorating techniques (e.g. textures, stamps, molds)
A single purchase of this workshop reserves space for 1 Father and 1 Child. Please email us at contact@ccnlclaystudio.ca if you would like to bring more than one child.
Date: June 21st
Time:1pm to 4pm
Instructor: Rod

PUP with GOB
2026-06-24 20:00 - 23:30 | JAG Sound House, George Street West, St. John's, NL, Canada
If you like your live shows loud, sweaty, and a little bit chaotic, this one’s for you. PUP are bringing their mix of sharp wit, shouted lyrics and full-volume punk to JAG Soundhouse on June 24, 2026.
They’re joined by Gob, whose catalogue of punchy tracks have been fueling Canadian punk fans for decades.
Tickets on Sale Friday, April 10 @8:00AM
Event Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Doors: 7:00PM | Show Start: 8:00PM

Downtown Pedestrian Mall June 25 - Sept. 7/26
2026-06-25 12:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Pedestrian Mall, Water Street, St. John's, Canada
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!
Date: June 25 to September 7, 2026
Time: Noon to 10 p.m. daily
Location: Water Street (Adelaide Street to Prescott Street)
The 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!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest What’s Happening St. John’s news and updates.

Cruise Ship Celebrity Silhouette
2026-06-26 07:00 - 18:00 | Downtown St. John’s, 140 Water Street, Suite 705, St. John's, NL, A1C5K8, Canada
Arrives 7 am
Departs 6 pm
Passengers: 2886
Crew: 1500

Pop-up Events - Downtown Pedestrian Mall
2026-06-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Pedestrian Mall, Water Street, St. John's, Canada
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.
For more information visit https://www.stjohns.ca/recreation-culture/events/city-hosted-events/downtown-pedestrian-mall/#CommunityEventSpace

St. John's Songwriters Night
2026-06-27 20:00 - 22:00 | The Majestic Theatre, 390 Duckworth Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 1H8, Canada
An intimate evening of music with two of St. John’s’ most original singer-songwriters, accompanied by top local musicians.
ZAYNAB WILSON blends r&b, reggae and folk for a joyful, inviting musical experience. 2025 Music Newfoundland & Labrador R&B Artist of the Year, she plays drums, steelpan, and ukulele. Joining her will be cellist AMY COLYER-HOLMES, member of the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra (NS0) and collaborator with artists of multiple genres in St. John’s.
ADRIAN HOUSE is an original, exciting St. John’s artist whose sounds include folk, jazz, rock and country. A bilingual singer, he was named 2024 Music Newfoundland & Labrador Jazz Artist of the Year for his album in French Pêcheur de rêves. Joining Adrian will be CAROLE BESTVATER, highly sought-after fiddle player and violinist with the NSO whose joyful and expressive playing and singing are a local fan favourite.
Cover is $15 at the door. Location Theatre Hill Café & Bar, in the Majestic Theatre.
Don’t miss this exceptional evening of local talent!

The Big Birthday Bash
2026-06-30 18:00 - 23:30 | George Street, George Street, St. John's, NL, A1C5K8, Canada
Bud Light and George Street present

THE BIG BIRTHDAY BASH – This Canada Day 2026!

Celebrate two nights of incredible live music right in the heart of downtown St. John’s!

STAY TUNED! 2026 LINEUP DROPS SOON!
FOR THE JUNE 30th FEATURING:

CANADAY DAY – JULY 1st Featuring:

CAN CON Celebrating Canadian Rock at JAG SOUNDHOUSE
2026-06-30 20:00 - 23:30 | JAG Sound House, George Street West, St. John's, NL, Canada
Celebrate Canada Day with a night of unforgettable rock as Jag Soundhouse and Chris LeDrew Productions present a high-energy concert tribute to the greatest Canadian rock acts of all time!
Backed by a powerhouse band and featuring a roster of some of Newfoundland’s most popular performers, this electrifying show will bring to life the anthems that defined generations. The show will feature songs from such quintessential Canadian artists as the Tragically Hip, Neil Young, Blue Rodeo, The Guess Who, Rush, Alanis Morissette, Tom Cochrane, and many more.
Join us for a loud, proud, and unforgettable night of Canadian music as we celebrate the artists and songs that helped shape the soundtrack of this country.
Featuring Performances By: Damhnait Doyle, Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts, Mick Davis, Paul MacAusland, Mallory Johnson, Billy & The Bruisers, Fairgale, Tino Borges, Damian Follett, Chris LeDrew, Jerry Stamp, Alexis Dolomont, Braden Maher, Kenny Butler, and Quidi Vidi Dirt Band.
CANCON All-Star Band: Chad Murphy, Paul Kinsman, Glenn Parsons, Susan Evoy, Mick Davis, Chris LeDrew, and Barry LeDrew.
(Artists are subject to change.)

Tickets on sale Friday, March 13 @ 10AM
Event Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Doors: 7:00PM | Show: 8:00PM

Canada Day Festivities
2026-07-01 06:00 - 22:00 | Newfoundland
Annually the City of St. John’s celebrates Canada Day on July 1. All Canada Day events are accessible, and all activities are free of charge.
From sunrise to sunset, on Canada Day there’s something for everyone! With support from the Government of Canada, the City of St. John’s and event partners will highlight many of the reasons we are proud to call Canada Home.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest What’s Happening St. John’s news and updates.
Sunrise celebration from 6 to 7 a.m.; Free family fun and entertainment from 1 to 5 p.m.; Live music and fireworks from 8 to 10 p.m.

Music @ Concerts
2026-07-03 12:30 - 13:30 | Harbourside Park, Water Street East, St. John';s, NL, Canada
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.
The 2026 series kicks off on July 3 and runs until September 18. This year’s line-up includes:

Friday, July 3, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Sherry Ryan
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Rachel Cousins
Friday, July 17, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Sonic Playgrounds
Friday, July 24, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Jim Payne & Fergus O’Byrne
Friday, July 31, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: High & Lonesome
Friday, August 7, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Salt Beef Junkies
Friday, August 14, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Rev. Dave Trio
Friday, August 21, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: De La Paz Latin Quintet
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Hannah Green
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Justin Fancy
Friday, September 11, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Big Space
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Harbourside Park: Zaynab Wilson MoZayic

The Tea Party
2026-07-03 20:00 - 23:30 | JAG Sound House, George Street West, St. John's, NL, Canada
Multi-Platinum Canadian trio, The Tea Party are coming to JAG Soundhouse this July! They’re bringing along their biggest hits like Heaven Coming Down, Temptation, The River and so many more.
Joining them are alt-rock band Alien Ant Farm, the ones behind the iconic Smooth Criminal cover (you know the one)
Tickets on Sale Tuesday, April 21 @12:00PM
Event Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Doors: 7:00PM | Show Start: 8:00PM

Markets on Water - Downtown Pedestrian Mall
2026-07-09 14:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pedestrian Mall, Water Street, St. John's, Canada
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.
Spanning 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.
Don’t miss the two special Saturday markets on August 8 and 22!
For more information visit https://www.stjohns.ca/recreation-culture/events/city-hosted-events/downtown-pedestrian-mall/#CommunityEventSpace

Craft Club - Make a plant that will never die!
2026-07-12 14:00 - 17:00 | RG Industries, 452 Water Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1E 1B1, Canada
Join us at RG Industries, 452 Water Street, for the next Craft Club where we’re making embroidered plants – no previous skills necessary!
Craft Club is curated gatherings that happen quietly once a month or sometimes every other month, in different spaces, with different energy and always something new to create.
Each Craft Club event features different artists, unique crafts and artistic experiences.
Sometimes you will know what it is ahead of time. Sometimes you will not.
That is part of the fun!
Some nights include food and drinks.
Some, keep it simple.
Every time, the vibe is intentional, relaxed, and just the right amount of elevated.

CCNL Clay Studio Seconds Sale
2026-07-14 11:00 - 16:00 | Outside the CCNL Shop & Pantry, 155 Water Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 1B3, Canada
Join the CCNL Clay Studio for our summer SECONDS SALE!🏺
The summer Seconds Sale will feature a wide variety of pottery! These items, known as “seconds,” may have minor aesthetic flaws that prevent them from being sold at full retail price, but do not impact their charm or utility.
Sale happening from 11:00am-4:00pm on July 14th! Find us at 155 Water Street, in front of the Craft Council of NL Shop and Pantry!
All proceeds will be donated to the CCNL Clay studio to support studio programming and improvements!
Come shop unique NL pottery and support local arts!😊

CCNL Clay Studio Grand Reopening!
2026-07-28 13:00 - 19:00 | Craft Council Clay Studio, 50 Harbour Drive, St. Johns, Newfoundland, A1C 1A5, Canada
Join the CCNL Clay Studio as we celebrate the implementation of our Membership Program with fun activities, live demos, door-prizes, refreshments, and much more! Drop-ins are free for the day so bring your friends and family to join in on the fun!
The CCNL Clay Studio is transitioning to a Membership Program to better support our users, give you more access to the studio, new materials and tools available to purchase, better support systems, and more benefits to come! The Membership program was designed with all of you, our wonderful users in mind, and we hope you can join us in celebrating the launch of this program. There will be refreshments and snacks available, demonstrations, fun hands-on activities, door prizes, a Seconds Sale, and more!

41st Annual George Street Festival
2026-07-30 18:00 - 2026-08-05 23:30 | George Street, George Street, St. John's, NL, A1C5K8, Canada
THE 41ST
ANNUAL GEORGE
STREET FESTIVAL.

Thursday, July 30 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Located in the center of historic downtown St. John’s, George Street is one of the premier entertainment districts in North America.

Annual Downtown St. John's Busker Festival
2026-07-31 12:00 - 2026-08-02 21:00 | Downtown Pedestrian Mall, Water Street, St. John's, Canada
July 31 to August 2, 2026!
The 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.
The 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.
For more details on the 2026 Busker Festival lineup visit: https://downtownstjohns.com/signature-events/busker-festival/

Reel Downtown - Downtown St. John's FREE Outdoor Movies Every Monday Night in July - Now Extended to Aug 3!
2026-08-03 21:00 - 2026-08-31 23:30 | Downtown Pedestrian Mall, Water Street, St. John's, Canada
Join us downtown and watch the stars under the stars at the Reel Downtown FREE Outdoor Movie series held every Monday night in July (weather permitting). Stay tuned for more details!
July 13 – Skeet
July 20 – Michael Jackson
July 27 – Austin Powers Goldmember Sponsored by MINI St. John’s – POSTPONED TO AUG 3!

Hold Fast 2026
2026-08-12 08:00 - 2026-08-15 17:00 | Eastern Edge Artist-Run Centre, 72 Harbour Drive, St John's, NL, A1C 1B1, Canada
HOLD FAST Festival is a celebration of contemporary performance, interdisciplinary art, and community engagement in St. John’s, Ktaqmkuk/NL.
This year’s festival takes place August 12-15, 2026.
Our core values are:

Facilitating community engagement and meaningful exchange
Increasing public arts literacy
Creating opportunities for artists
Critiquing and subverting structural oppressions & systems of power, with emphasis on:

queer, feminist, and anti-racist perspectives
Newfoundland & Labrador regional identity
and Indigenous resistance to colonialism

HOLD FAST culminates in a Saturday afternoon Art Crawl, a series of performances, installations, and interactive pop-ups staged outdoors and in non-gallery venues across downtown St. John’s. Past programming has included performances, interactive installations, artist talks, workshops, dance, drag, burlesque, film screenings, and free community events for people of all ages.

HOLD FAST respectfully acknowledges that the land we are occupying is the unceded and ancestral homelands of the Beothuk and that Ktaqmkuk, known as the island of Newfoundland, is home to the Mi’kmaq peoples. We would also like to recognize the Inuit of Nunatsiavut and NunatuKavut, and the Innu of Nitassinan as the original peoples of Labrador. We strive to move beyond acknowledgment to active solidarity, by building meaningful relationships in our communities, dismantling structures of white supremacy, and opposing ongoing colonization. We invite our communities to consider their own responsibilities to Indigenous peoples and to the stolen lands where we make our homes.
