When it comes to sightseeing this June, the gorgeous province of Newfoundland is hard to beat. There are so many amazing locations with breathtaking views of the ocean and so many things to do that it is hard to decide where to go and what to do first.
Photo Credit: The Iceberg Festival
There are also unique activities for everyone to enjoy, especially if you are willing to travel. Listed below you will find over 25 of the best things to do this June in Newfoundland.
Annual East Coast Trail Raiser
The Trail Raiser is the East Coast Trail’s annual fundraising hike, raising funds to maintain and protect the trail. It is held in different communities along the trail and consists of hiking, lunch, live music, fundraising prizes, and more.
Details
June 6, 2026
Various communities, St. John’s
Hiking with a Viking: The L’Anse aux Meadows Haunted Hike
Embark on an epic adventure through time and nature with a Viking-inspired hiking experience at L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site. Join forces with a knowledgeable guide who embodies the spirit of the ancient Norse explorers as you traverse rugged landscapes and uncover the secrets of Vinland! Prepare to delve into Norse sagas as you explore the eerie landscapes of this ancient settlement.
Details
June 5, 8, 12, 2026
L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, lower parking lot, L’Anse aux Meadows
The Iceberg Festival
The Iceberg Festival starts on the first Friday of June every year and runs 10 days to the following Sunday. This fun festival celebrates the coming of spring in the north and the annual arrival of icebergs among breathtaking landscapes and seascapes, fantastic fare, and good company! Details on virtual and in-person events will be available soon.
Details
June 5 – 14, 2026
St. Anthony
Varies depending on the event
Lawnya Vawnya Music Festival
Lawnya Vawnya Music Festival
The 16th annual Lawnya Vawnya is a multi-day festival that features over 30 bands and solo artists, who are some of the most innovative independent musicians from St. John’s and across Canada. This popular festival gets its name from an old Newfoundland expression meaning “To have a good time at a dance or a party with plenty to eat.”
Details
June 3 – 6, 2026
Downtown St. John’s
The Grand Old Shed Party
The Grand Old Shed Party will take place every Friday and Sunday during the 2026 season! Grab a hat, and an Ugly Stick, and bring your sense of humor! Join Karren Churchill and Gillian Cutler on an interactive musical journey through Twillingate.
Details
May 17 – September 13, 2026
111 Hugh Lane, Twillingate
Nickel Independent Film Festival
The festival is celebrating its 26th edition this June. The Nickel Independent Film Festival has been showcasing short films that are engaging, challenging, and offer fresh perspectives for people to consider. With a reputation for presenting quality films from established and emerging artists, this energetic festival is a key platform for Newfoundland’s local film industry.
Details
June 22 – 28, 2026
Resource Centre For The Arts, St. John’s
Woody Point of View
Woody Point of View is an intimate live music and storytelling experience celebrating the culture and spirit of Gros Morne. Featuring the duo Tuff, it blends visuals, stories, and song into a memorable evening, offering visitors a unique and heartfelt connection to local heritage.
Merchant Warehouse, Woody Point
Thursdays, June 11 – September 17, 2026 at 8 pm
$15 – $25 + HST
June Day Races
Every year, the Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee kicks off the rowing season with the first on-pond event of the year. This is the first event of the year and takes place on the Quidi Vidi Lake.
Details
Saturday, June 20, 2026
The Royal St. John’s Regatta Boathouse, 10 Clancey Drive, St. John’s
St. John’s Farmers’ Market
Celebrating the best from local farmers, chefs, and craft people, the St. John’s Farmer Market is a Saturday morning staple. You can buy farm-fresh produce and great pre-made meals, snacks, preserves, spreads, toys, and more.
Details
Saturdays from 9 am – 4 pm
245 Freshwater Road, St. John’s
NL Tulip Festival
The Newfoundland Tulip Festival is a vibrant celebration of spring and nature. The festival is a colorful and fragrant display of thousands of tulips of various colors and sizes, showcasing the beauty and diversity of this beloved flower.
Details
June 6 – 7, 2026
Bay Roberts
Create Your Own Alpine Trough Garden 2026
In this class you will construct your very own alpine trough, and learn about the correct soil, site, and plant selection to adorn your creation. These “mini rock gardens” make perfect garden features and come out large on the smallest deck or the grandest patio.
Details
June 25, 2026, from 6:30 pm – 9 pm
MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt Scio Road, St. John’s
Feather & Folk ATV Ride
Enjoy a back-country sensation, where soul and nature merge. This all-inclusive event is a guided ATV ride on logging wood roads, T’Rail, and backcountry lands, with trailside treats and mug up, and a lobster or pork chop evening meal at Pirate’s Haven Long House.
Details
229 Main Road, Robinsons
$120 per person
Sunday Morning Bird Walks
Take a guided walk on the Garden’s nature trails with a Friend of the Garden volunteer and learn about Newfoundland birds.
Details
June 7 & 21, 2026, at 8 am
MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt Scio Road, St. John’s
Neddy Norris Night
Sharing songs from musical archives and local knowledge, this is traditional Newfoundland music the likes of which you may never have heard before. With almost 30 years under its belt, Neddy Norris Night seems to get better with age!
Details
188 Main St., Cow Head
June 4 – September 13, 2026
Come From Away
Come From Away is an award-winning Broadway musical. This is an all-new production reimagined by acclaimed Newfoundland and Labrador director, Jillian Keiley. The breathtaking musical written by Tony nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the communities in Newfoundland and Labrador that welcomed them on 9/11.
Details
Joseph R Smallwood Arts & Culture Centre, 155 Airport Blvd, Gander
June 28 and July 2 – 4, 2026
Great Northern Trail Race 2026
The Great Northern Trail Race challenges runners to explore the dramatic landscapes of the Great Northern Peninsula. Participants can choose 7 km, 20 km, and 40 km distances along the Great Northern Trail Network. Each route takes place over beautiful, rugged coastlines overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It travels through the small scenic communities of Quirpon, Noddy Bay, Straitsview, Hay Cove, before finishing in L’Anse Aux Meadows at the Norstead Viking Village.
Details
St. Anthony
June 1 – 21, 2026
$50.00
Visit Gardens
Spend an afternoon literally stopping and smelling the roses at one of the many breathtakingly fragrant gardens around Newfoundland. The unique climates across the province allow gardeners to grow different flowers and plants. Relax among the blooms while you learn about the fabulous flora and fauna that are native to Newfoundland.
Explore Terra Nova National Park
Spend some time at Canada’s most easterly National Park this summer. Newfoundland’s oldest park offers lots of summer fun. From camping to kayaking to hiking, you will find wide variety of fun adventures to pick from.
Top 10 Things to Do in Terra Nova National Park
Hike Gros Morne National Park
Lace-up your hiking boots, and get ready for a hike of a life time. Whether you enjoy walking along the coastline or hiking up a mountain, Gros Morne has a trail for you.
10 of the Best Hikes in Gros Morne National Park
Sleep Under the Stars
Camping is an iconic summer activity, and Newfoundland is home to many places you can set up camp and spend a peaceful night under the stars. If you don’t feel like roughing it out in the forest, try glamping instead. It’s like camping but with modern comforts like electricity and WiFi.
15 Places to Go Camping & Glamping in Newfoundland
20+ Parks to Go Camping in Newfoundland and Labrador
Tely 10
Tely 10, one of Canada’s oldest road races, is a 10-mile (16 km) run from Paradise to downtown St. John’s.
Details
June 28, 2026
St. John’s
The Impulse Series
The Impulse Series is an interdisciplinary performance initiative that brings together local dancers and musicians to create spontaneous, improvised works in an intimate setting. Each performance features real time collaboration without choreography, followed by audience reflection, highlighting creativity, experimentation, and community engagement.
June 12, 2026, from 7 pm to 8 pm
The Rooms, St. John’s
Explore the Open Sea on a Boat Tour
Newfoundland is home to over 29,000 kilometers of breathtaking, pristine coastline just waiting for you to see and experience it. Once you are out on the open waters, keep an eye out for whales, birds, and the wild icebergs.
10 of the Best Boat Tours to Explore Nature in Newfoundland
Relax at a Spa
While Newfoundland is an outdoors lovers paradise, there is also lots of indoor relaxing that can be done. Spend a day relaxing and de-stressing at one of the lovely spas in this beautiful province, and just let your cares float away.
7 Spa Getaways in Newfoundland
Tour a Lighthouse
Step back to the 1840s in the Historic Lighthouse to experience the daily life of a 19th-century light-keeping family at the Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site. Guided tours of the lighthouse and cape spear are offered daily. Details
Blackhead Road / Route 11, Cape Spear
Daredevil Trail
If you are an avid or experienced hiker, then the Daredevil Trail is for you. It is a very difficult trail that takes an hour to climb since there are 476 steps to reach the top of Fishing Point Head. It is worth the climb because of the breathtaking view of majestic icebergs, communities, sea birds, and whales. Details
Fishing Point Road, St. Anthony
Enjoy Hiking or Discover Nature Attractions
Seeking some fresh air adventure this weekend — the good news is there are some natural areas for you to explore. Find a park or walkway nearby or plan new routes. Details
- Best Walks & Hikes in St John’s and Avalon Peninsula
- Best Hikes in Newfoundland and Labrador
- 25 Things to Do During Spring in Newfoundland
Enjoy Antique Shopping
There is a certain excitement that surrounds answering a compliment about your furniture with, “Thanks, it’s vintage.” Along with adding a unique flair to your home, shopping for antiques and retro items can save an item from hitting the landfill. Visit Newfoundland’s antique shops. Details
Go Camping
It doesn’t matter if you choose to rough it and set up camp yourself or take a cozy nature retreat in a fully furnished yurt, the parks around Newfoundland and Labrador offer a fantastic camping experience for everyone. Sleep under the starry skies and get away from the hustle of the city this spring and summer when you camp or glamp in the natural beauty of this picturesque province.
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