St. John's 
Newfoundland and Labrador comes alive when the leaves turn vibrant colours.
Credit: Mummers Festival
Many of the towns and cities across the island offer unique experiences for visitors and locals alike.
No matter what activities you choose across the beautiful province of Newfoundland, you will have a wonderful time this fall.
Festival of New Dance
The Festival of New Dance is a showcase of the contemporary dance talent in Newfoundland. Each day of the festival, local and international dancers perform, and there are artistic collaborations. There are also professional development workshops offered during the festival.
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September 26 – October 7, 2023
St. John’s
Chef for Trails Food Hike
Explore the lovely trails along the Manuals River and taste what local chefs have created with the local harvest. The crispy fall air makes everything taste better. There are nine stations along the trail by the river where you can stop and sample the chef’s creations.
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October 7, 2023
Manuels River
Harbour Fall Fest
October 7, 2023
Bonavista
Photo Credit: The Fluvarium
Annual Rennie’s River Duck Race
Watch 2,500 yellow rubber ducks race down the river! Guess the number of the duck that will cross the finish line first to win amazing prizes.
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St. John’s
Fall Craft Fair
You can find fantastic gifts and unique home décor that is handcrafted at the Fall Craft Fair. There is also a kiddie corner that will keep the kids entertained while you are shopping and checking out the vendor’s tables.
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October 9, 2023
Mount Pearl
St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival
The St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival is a five-day film festival that showcases films made by women for everyone. Many films will be show-cased during this festival in addition to seminars, workshops, and meet and greets.
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October 17 – 21, 2023
St. John’s
St. John’s Storytelling Festival
The 20th edition of St. John’s Storytelling Festival brings six days of yarns, tales, performances and more.
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September 26 – October 1, 2023
Downtown St. John’s
Perfectly Centered Culinary Festival
A premium community food festival, the Perfectly Centered Culinary Festival features 10 chefs from across Canada with signature dishes created especially for the event.
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September 23, 2023
Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium, Grand Falls-Windsor
Pumpkinfest
Find your way through the corn maze, wagon rides, giant slide, other mazes, fall props and designs, petting barn and more at Lester’s Farm Market! There will also be special guests from time to time, music lessons, and balloon animals. Pumpkinfest usually last whole month long, but this year, October 14 will be an extra special day of fun for the entire family! There will be Wagon rides, corn maze, face painting, kids contests, adult hot pepper contest, and of course tonnes of pumpkins!
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October 14, 2023
Lester’s Farm Market, St. John’s
Hallowe’en Spooktacular
The Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra is celebrating the spookiest night of the year with an amazing lineup of classic spooky tunes. It will be a night to remember with costumes, fun games, and amazing music.
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October 27, 2023
St. John’s
Etsy St. John’s Holiday Market
Shop from local Etsy makers & vintage sellers alongside popular farm & food vendors from St. John’s Farmers’ Market at the Etsy St. John’s Holiday Market.
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November 19, 2023
St. John’s
Partridgeberry Harvest Festival
A Thanksgiving weekend tradition, the annual Partridgeberry Harvest Festival is about celebrating autumn on Fogo Island and Change Islands. Enjoy local produce, crafts, food, cultural activities, and more, showcasing our talented community artists.
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October 6 – 7, 2023
Fogo Island
Credit: Town of Conception Bay South
Savour CBS
Prepare to indulge in the finest of Conception Bay South from October 1-9! During this week-long celebration you’ll make a plethora of exciting discoveries, including complimentary events such as Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft at the CBS Public Library in addition to other events.
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October 1-9, 2023
Conception Bay South
Fall in Love with Bay Roberts
The month of October is packed with fun things to do in the beautiful community of Bay Roberts. The Fall in Love with Bay Roberts celebrations include Thanksgiving and Halloween events that have family activities like cookie decorating, spooky stories and much more. Some of the local businesses even offer discounts during the month.
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September 13 – November 13, 2023
Bay Roberts
Trapline Marathon
Experience the history, culture and breathtaking scenery of Central Labrador at the world-class Trapline Marathon. Taking place in October each year, this Boston Marathon qualifying event offers scenic views, fall colours and quiet surroundings, making it one of the best kept secrets in Canada.
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October 8, 2023
Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Eastport Peninsula Agricultural Exhibition
The Eastport Peninsula Agriculture Exhibition has a history that can be traced back to the late 1940s when agriculture was the dominant industry on the peninsula. There is something of intertest for almost everyone, so plan to make the exhibition a part of your Thanksgiving festivities.
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October 6 – 9, 2023
Eastport
Tribute to the Traveling Wilburys
Join us for a night of pure musical magic as we pay tribute to the legendary band, the Traveling Wilburys! Get ready to be transported back in time to experience the iconic sounds of Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, and Jeff Lynne.
October 21, 2023
Rotary Arts Centre, Corner Book
Paranormal Investigations at Cochrane Street
Storyteller Dale Jarvis of the St. John’s Haunted Hike will guide investigators through the supernatural history of 81 Cochrane Street.
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October 12 – 13, 19 – 20, 2023
First Light Centre for Performance and Creativity, St. John’s
$49.26
Strings and Stories
Witness an electrifying collision of Nashville and Newfoundland as we embark on an acoustic live music extravaganza, dedicated to celebrating the indomitable spirit of women and their soul-stirring melodies. Featuring: Jamie Floyd, Karla Pilgrim, Sherry Ryan, Corrine Champigny and your host Eddi Kenny.
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October 11, 2023
First Light Centre for Performance and Creativity, St. John’s
$44
Succulent Dish Gardens
Sometimes, doing the dishes can be fun! When it’s a garden in a dish! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create a beautiful indoor garden with a choice of succulents, dishes, and accessories, all while learning the essentials of potted garden design and plant care to ensure your masterpiece thrives.
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November 2, 2023
Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden, St. John’s
$65 + HST
St. John’s Farmers’ Market Harvest Market
For Thanksgiving Weekend, come find all the produce, food, baked goods, and more at the St. John’s Farmers’ Market. There will be activities, entertainers & the largest veggie competition – you won’t want to miss it!
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October 7, 2023
St. John’s
Mummers Festival
Mummers Festival is one of Newfoundland’s oldest traditions. For two weeks, enjoy a series of complimentary events and workshops, culminating in the vibrant Mummers Parade. Revel in the spirited Mummers parade, donning your most creative disguises.
November 25 – December 9, 2023
St. John’s
Photo Credit: Wright’s Family Farm
Wright’s Family Farm
Located right on Main Street, the Wright’s Family Farm offers a pumpkin u-pick and fresh produce at their farm market. They also offer farm tours, have a fantastic corn maze, have BBQ’s, and a corn boil that visitors are sure to love.
Pasadena
Labrador West Arts and Culture Centre
The Labrador West Arts and Culture Centre is home to a proscenium theatre that both local and international artists take the stage on. There is also a gallery/exhibition space on-site. The centre is a popular spot for shows, so you should check their website to see what is coming up.
Labrador
Labrador Pioneer Footpath
Labrador Pioneer Footpath is the traditional footpath between L’Anse-au-Clair and Pinware. The footpath can be completed as a series of day hikes because there are several towns and bed-and-breakfasts along the trail. It is a great way to spend quality family time in nature during the fall.
Labrador
North Head Trail
The North Head Trail is the most popular and most difficult hiking trail at Signal Hill. Even though it is only a 1.7 km trail, it descends nearly 500 feet. The trail starts at Signal Hill’s top parking lot, so it has amazing views of the St. John Harbour.
Signal Hill, St. John’s
Discovery Trail
The Discovery Trail is made up of seven wilderness paths that range from easy walks to challenging hikes. These trails will take you past stunning geographical wonders like high cliffs, rugged coastlines, and sea stacks.
Bonavista Peninsula
The Old Store Cafe
The Old Store Cafe is the perfect place to grab a coffee and a snack during the fall. Just a short walk from the cafe are benches that overlook Bonne Bay, the Tablelands, and the autumn-coloured forests.
Norris Point
Hike the East Coast Trail
Starting in St. John’s and connecting to the Great Trail, the East Coast Trail is a scenic 300-kilometre long trail that runs along scenic cliffs, sea stacks, headlands, and deep fjords. In the fall, you will see the amazing fall colours among the majestic evergreens.
is there an updated version of events for fall 2019 ?
We will update this article before 2nd weekend of September.