St. John's 
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so it is time to start thinking about buying all the fixings for the feast. For many people, Thanksgiving is the start of fall. So, gather your family and spend some time relaxing, or get out of the house and experience what St. John’s has to offer this Thanksgiving.
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Hay Fever
You are cordially invited to join the Bliss family at their country estate, for a gathering of theatrical games and high family drama. What might have been a civilized weekend of tea and charades, four eccentric family members and their four guests have their party turned upside down by outlandish behaviour and very bad manners in a farcical display.
Details
October 9 -11, 2025
St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre – Barbara Barrett Theatre, 95 Allandale Rd, St. John’s
$20 – $30
Shaun Majumder: Cool Dad Tour
Comedian Shaun Majumder is hitting the road to celebrate his brand-new comedy album, Cool Dad! Known for his explosive energy and razor-sharp wit, Shaun delivers an unpredictable night of laughs, blending fresh material with his greatest hits. From rural sex ed to America’s wild ride, to grappling with society’s ever-shifting goalposts and the absurdities of modern life, no topic is off-limits. This adult show will have you rolling with laughter and leave you feeling great.
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM
St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre, 95 Allandale Rd, St. John’s
$54
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Home Sweet Home-I-Cide!
Murder, mystery and mayhem abound in our newest show, Home Sweet Home-i-cide. Someone has been found dead at the Foggy Memories retirement home and Mike, an orderly and aspiring true-crime podcast celebrity, is going to get to the bottom of it! Join us as they use every trick they can think of to confirm or deny the guilt of the Foggy Memories residents and staff…all while musical high-notes and hilarious hijinks ensues.
Details
October 10 – 11, 2025 | Doors 6:30 PM
Gower Street Theatre, 208 Gower Street, St. John’s
Dinner & Show $91.50
Art Tea
Art Tea is a contemplative way to experience our exhibitions. Join us for a visit to the art gallery, then exchange ideas and share reflections about current topics in art. This is a casual and relaxed group setting. Tea will be served overlooking the breathtaking view of the harbour
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 2:00 PM
The Rooms – Boardroom, 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s
Northern Lights: The Music of Jann Arden, K.D. Lang & Anne Murray
On October 10 and 11, Northern Lights brings that music home, with Karla Pilgrim and Jackie Sullivan sharing the stage for an evening of songs led by Music Director Bill Brennan and a phenomenal band. Two of Newfoundland’s finest voices will honour these Canadian icons with heart, harmony, and a few stories along the way.
October 10 – 11, 2025 | 7:30 PM
The Majestic Theatre, 390 Duckworth Street, St. John’s
$48.30 / $59.80 + fees
Pumpkinfest at Lester’s Farm Market
Visit Lester’s Farm for the 21st annual Pumpkinfest. Admission covers corn maze, wagon rides, giant slide, other mazes, our fall props and designs, petting barn and more! Kids who dress as a pumpkin or in orange will get a free kids sized hard serve.
Details
Pumpkinfest: Weekends, September 27 – October 26, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lester’s Farm Market, 173 Brookfield Road, St. John’s
Sports Card and Collectables Show
Stop by the St. John’s Weekly Sports Card and Collectables Show Sundays from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the St. John’s Lions Club. Details
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
St. John’s Lions Club, St. John’s
Grounding: In Celebration of The Rooms 20th Anniversary
The architecture of The Rooms is based on a concept proposed by lead architect Philip Pratt in the early 1990s. As Pratt envisioned, it is more than a building—it reflects Newfoundland and Labrador’s landscapes, history, and cultures. Marking The Rooms 20th anniversary, the ideas behind this building’s architecture act as touchstones for exploring artistic expression in this province. Pratt’s design reminds us that while a place is shaped by its past, it is constantly redefined by the creativity and actions of its peoples. Bringing together some of the most beloved artworks from The Rooms collections, this exhibition considers how our surroundings and structures shape what has been valued, preserved, and shared by our communities. Details
February 15 – October 26, 2025
The Rooms – Level 3 Connections Gallery, 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s
Art Gallery Opening Reception
Meet the Artist and celebrate the opening of Toby Rabinowitz: A World Within A World at our free public gallery reception!
Toby Rabinowitz is a beloved St. John’s artist whose work radiates warmth and vitality. For over 30 years she has worked across drawing, painting, photography, embroidery, and clay, finding endless inspiration in the natural world. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Rooms – Level 3 Atrium, 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s
Free
The 2025 Nickel 48-Hour Horror Film Challenge – Public Screening
The notorious horror challenge returns from October 3 to 5! A public screening of the submitted films will take place on October 11 at the LSPU Hall!
Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025
LSPU Hall, 3 Victoria Street, St. John’s
Buy ingredients at the St. John’s Farmer’s Market
Open every Saturday, year-round, the St. John’s Farmer’s Market is the best place where you can buy fresh, local produce, baked goods, and meat products. You can pick up prepared meals at the market if you are not great in the kitchen.
Check out the GEO Vista Park
Hiking the Geo Vista Park gives you breathtaking views of old St. John’s and the Harbour. There are 8 inter-looping walks that total 1.6km long, so you can pick where you would like to stop and start. It is a great place to enjoy the vibrant fall colours.
Go on a Day Trip
Plan a day trip to enjoy fall colours:
Tour the Quidi Vidi Brewing Company Limited
Quidi Vidi Brewing Company is the largest craft brewery in Newfoundland and is settled in the lovely fishing village of Quidi Vidi. So, gather together your family and friends and can take the tour to see how the different types of beer are made and sample some the finest craft beer in St. John’s.
Try the best Fish n Chips in Newfoundland at Ches’s Fish and Chips
Ches’s Fish and Chips has been serving fish n chips the Newfoundland way since 1951 and is one of the most popular options for both locals and travellers. The fish is fresh off the boat, and they hand-cut their fries. You may love it so much that you want it in place of turkey this Thanksgiving.
Check Out the Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios
The Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios is the place to go if you love local art. Local artists display and sell their work at this unique gallery. You can always see something interesting and new at the gallery.
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