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There’s no shortage of reasons to celebrate, perhaps just a shortage of time.

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Have you ever celebrated a blueberry? An accordion? A muddy hole? Around here, we think there are a lot of things worth celebrating. Maybe it’s because we'll find any excuse to have a party, but you can find festivals and events in honour of music, food, fish, film, theatre, and crafts. Not to mention workshops, seminars, walking tours, and open performances that will educate and entertain.

Sometimes you don’t want to celebrate just one thing. The Trails Tales Tunes Festival in Gros Morne National Park offers a fabulous mix of outdoor entertainment and activities. If you’re looking for world-class cuisine to go with your entertainment, Elliston’s Roots, Rants and Roars, and the Songs, Stages and Seafood Festival combine celebrity chefs with music and storytelling.

Live theatre in Newfoundland and Labrador is a big deal, with annual festivals in Gros Morne and Trinity Bight. If you like a bit of Shakespeare, the Shakespeare by the Sea productions in St. John’s and Perchance Theatre’s season in Cupids will be right up your alley.

Folk music festivals take a traditional kitchen party to a bigger stage. The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival, which has been running since 1976, takes place at Bannerman Park in St. John’s. With almost as long a history, the family-oriented Fish, Fun and Folk Festival is held in the charming seaside town of Twillingate.

The Miawpukek Annual Powwow in Conne River is held here every July that will introduce you to Newfoundland Mi'kmaq traditions, including plenty of dancing, spiritual walks, and special ceremonies.

In Labrador, the Bakeapple Folk Festival is a celebration of local heritage and the bountiful harvest of the bakeapple, complete with singing, dancing, and food. 

The height of summer is a grand time in the capital city. While you are in town, check out the historic Royal St. John’s Regatta, a family-friendly Buskers Festival, the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival, or the lively George Street Festival.

The View From Here

A large crowd gathers outdoors at a summer festival. People sit in lawn chairs facing a stage with a band performing. Colorful tents line the area under a clear blue sky, with trees and hills in the background.
Two musicians are seated on a dimly lit stage, each playing an acoustic guitar. One has long hair and a beard, while the other has short dark hair. They are focused on their instruments, with music stands in front of them. Drums are visible in the background.
Two women perform on a stage with a large map backdrop. One stands and gestures, while the other sits at a table with books. The audience watches in the dimly lit theater, and draped fabric hangs above.
A chef wearing a white hat and blue gloves serves food to a man at an outdoor event. A table with trays of food is in front of them. People in the background hold plates and cups. The atmosphere is informal and social.
A woman smiles at the camera while eating at an outdoor evening event. She sits on a bench along a wooden fence with string lights. Other people are seated nearby, enjoying food and drinks in a festive atmosphere.
Rowers in a canoe race on a calm river, with a large crowd of spectators standing along the grassy riverbank, many holding balloons. Trees are visible in the background, and the scene suggests a festive outdoor event.
People dancing in pairs under a large tent. Some wear casual clothing, while one woman is in a blue and green dress. The atmosphere is lively, with a wooden floor and string lights hanging above.
Two chefs in striped aprons carefully plating rows of dishes in a warmly lit kitchen setting. One holds a bowl and spoon, adding ingredients, while the other arranges the plates on a table.
A large crowd gathers for an outdoor concert in a vibrant town square at night. The stage is brightly lit, and colorful banners hang overhead. Buildings with neon signs surround the area, creating a lively atmosphere.
A lively crowd at a concert, with people leaning against a barricade, some with hands raised. The scene is illuminated with colorful stage lights, creating an energetic and vibrant atmosphere.

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