Celebrating the hard work of workers, Labour Day is last long weekend of summer. Take the weekend to rest, meet up with friends, and explore the city for some last-minute summer fun.
Credit: Tourism Newfoundland & Labrador
Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025
Have a fantastic Labour Day while you check out a few of the activities listed below that you can do around St. John’s this long weekend.
Note: Check fire ban updates and travel advisories before travelling, and adhere to the restrictions in place.
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Frontline Action
Outdoor (54 Duffetts Road) Hours | Paintball | Available for booking 24/7
Indoor (10 Pearl Place) Walk-in Hours: Monday – Thursday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Indoor Action Centre, 10 Pearl Place, St.John’s
Outdoor Action Park, 54 Duffett’s Road, St. John’s
Varies
Fairy Door Tours – Enchanted Nature Adventure
Join us in Pippy Park, Saturdays throughout the summer, for this whimsical and fun nature adventure. Using clues, we’ll search for and visit a series of enchanting fairy, elf and gnome homes scattered along a woodland trail. Make a wish at the Fairy’s well, mail a letter at the Fairy Mailbox, gather wood for a grumpy Gnome and more.
Details
Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 11:00 AM
Pippy Park – the end of Nagles Place, St. John’s
Petting Barn at Lester’s Farm Chalet
Make some furry and feathered friends at Lester’s Farm Chalet. Enjoy petting and feeding some friendly animals at the farmyard.
Details
Daily | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
92 Pearltown Road, St. John’s
II. Live Music/Theatre/Performing Arts
Music @ Harbourside
Join us for a free concert with With Violet at Harbourside!! Details
Friday, August 29, 2025 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Harbourside Park, St. John’s
Free
Port-Aux-Poutines
A two-time MusicNL Award winning French-Canadian duo based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, formed by Jenna Maloney and Axel Belgarde. Since 2022, Port-Aux-Poutines fuses French-Canadian and Newfoundland musical traditions. Through original songs, folk songs, as well as translations of Newfoundland songs, the band celebrates the diversity of French-Canadian culture, tells stories and legends of the province, and celebrates the heritage of Francophonie in Newfoundland. Details
Friday, August 29, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Scotiabank Building, St. John’s
Free
“At Your Service”
The Southern Shore Folk Arts Council presents “At Your Service”, a light-hearted look at life in a typical 1940/50’s Newfoundland boarding house. A cast of characters are involved who make life challenging for Mistress Ryan, thus, creating many hilarious situations. Details
Thursday & Friday, June 27 – September 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Regional Arts Centre, 15-25 Pool Road, Ferryland
Dinner and show is $63.99 + HST
A Feed of Fish — Lunch & Show
Running throughout the summer tourism season, “A Feed of Fish” is a Lunch show featuring Con O’Brien, the renowned lead singer of the Juno Award-winning, Newfoundland folk music group, The Irish Descendants.
Guests will be treated to a superb musical and storytelling experience from a master, weaving his story as a young man working in the family cod fishing business, in the very village where the O’Brien’s have resided for over 300 years. Details
Thursday & Friday, June 27 – September 5, 2025
O’Brien’s Whale and Bird Tours, 22 Lower Road, Bay Bulls
$25 – $57.50
Music @ Bannerman Park – Baraka
Join us for a free concert with Baraka at Bannerman Park! Details
Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bannerman Park, St. John’s
Free
Live Music at O’Reilly’s Pub
Fergus O’Byrne | Friday, August 29 | 5 PM – 8 PM
Kitchinparti | Friday, August 29 | 8:15 PM – 11:15 PM
Not Fit | Friday, August 29 | 11:30 PM – 2:30 AM
Craig Ryan | Saturday, August 30 | 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Noel Worthman | Saturday, August 30 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Siochana | Saturday, August 30 | 8:15 PM – 11:15 pM
Not Fit | Saturday, August 30 | 11:30 PM – 2:30 AM
KIDS GOT TALENT Open Mic | Sunday, August 31 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Traditional Session | Sunday, August 31 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fergus O’Byrne | Sunday, August 31 | 6:15 PM – 9:15 PM
Kitchinparti | Sunday, August 31 | 9:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Jim Feehan | Monday, September 1 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Richard Parsons & Robbie Martin | Monday, September 1 | 10:30 PM – 1:00 AM
10:15 PM – 1:00 AM
O’Reilly’s Irish Newfoundland Pub, 13 George Street, St. John’s
III. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Weekly Sports Card and Collectables Show
Stop by the St. John’s Weekly Sports Card and Collectables Show on Sundays at the St. John’s Lions Club. This is your weekly place to meet, greet, buy, sell and trade. Details
Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
St. John’s Lions Club, Mayor Avenue, St. John’s
A Place to Call Home: Living Heritage at Cupids
A Place to Call Home: Living Heritage at Cupids is a live, interactive journey through the history of Cupids, from 1610 to the mid-20th century. With actors in period costumes, this immersive production blends historical fact with fictional storytelling to explore what “home” has meant to different generations — the battles they fought, the hardships they faced, and the legacies they left behind.
This unique experience captivates visitors of all ages, creating a powerful emotional journey that leaves you with a deeper appreciation for our shared past and the cultural fabric of our province.
Details
July 9 to August 31, 2025
Wednesday to Sunday | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
Cupids Legacy Centre, 368 Seaforest Drive, Cupids
What’s Up in the Sky in September?
Details
Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Johnson Geo Centre, 175 Signal Hill Road, St. John’s
Admission is $5.00 (+tax).
Brunch & Craft
Celebrate the long weekend with creativity, conversation, and a cozy bite to eat at our Brunch & Craft afternoon social! Nestled in the heart of downtown St. John’s, our charming venue is the perfect spot to unwind, connect, and get crafty.
Details
Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
270 Water Street Office 302, St. John’s
$50 + fees
Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Come and experience the vibrancy of St. John’s at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. Details
June 26, – September 1, 2025 | Noon – 10 PM
Pop up performances | Fridays | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Water Street, from Adelaide Street to Prescott Street
George Street, from Adelaide Street to Water Street
Free admission
Geo Vista Park
Take in the breathtaking views of old St. John’s and the Harbour from Geo Vista Park. The trails overlook the city and will take you by spectacular natural rocks and plants.
Details
Daily | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
The Johnson Geo Centre, 175 Signal Hill Road, St. John’s
General admission $6 – $12, Under 5 Free
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. Binoculars are recommended, and appropriate footwear is essential. No pre-registration necessary. This is a free event.
Details
Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Botanical Garden, 306 Mount Scio Road, St. John’s
Free
Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden
Surround yourself with beautiful plants and stop to smell the roses, just minutes from downtown. This Labour Day, explore the walking trails or just relax in the cafe with a delicious drink and snack. Details
until September 2, 2025
Friday – Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursdays: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
306 Mount Scio Road, St. John’s
$6 – $12 + HST; Under 5: Free
Visit Quidi Vidi
Spend a fun Labour Day exploring the quaint working fishing village that is just a short drive from St. John’s. Walk around the Quidi Vidi Lake and relax with a refreshing craft beer at the Quidi Vidi Brewing Company.
Go on a Newfoundland Getaway
An exciting vacation doesn’t always mean that you have to travel far from home to have a good time. There are plenty of places to visit and activities to do without leaving Newfoundland. So, make a plan and explore what makes Newfoundland special.
Enjoy an Outdoor Adventure
Get ready to enjoy the great outdoors at your own pace. The Avalon Peninsula is home to beautiful sandy beaches, challenging hikes, lush green forests, and much more. Enjoy the last long weekend of summer Now that the sun is shining and the days are warm, it is time to head outside and take in nature. Here are just 30 outdoor adventures around St. John’s and the Avalon Peninsula to get you started.
Go Hiking
Getting a taste of nature and wilderness is not a problem on The Rock. St. John’s and the Avalon Peninsula are packed with trails that take people through parks and wooded areas, along rivers and lakes, and past beautiful flora and fauna. So this summer, spend some time checking out the 25 trails around the Avalon Peninsula that are listed below.
IV. Food Events & Activities
Newfoundland Beer Tasting Tour
Learn about Newfoundland’s long and rich beer history, from our earliest brewing endeavours to our thriving modern craft beer industry.
Details
Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 1:30 PM
The bronze statue at the east end of George Street
$75 Adults
Sinners and Spirits Tour 2025
Listen in terror to tales of murder, intrigue, duels to the death, false love, prostitution, torture and more! Descend into the dark underbelly of St. John’s and explore its sordid past. This tour highlights the murderous history of the capital city and its chilling paranormal legacy. Recommended for ages 8+.
Details
August 31 – September 1, 2025 | 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill, St. John’s
$20 adults / $15 youth; PLUS fees and taxes
Le Burger Week
Throughout the week, burger aficionados everywhere are called upon to indulge in their city’s LBW burgers and vote for their favourite one! Details
September 1 to 7, 2025
Participating Restaurants
Varies with restaurants
Have Brunch
Offering brunch every single day of the week, Bernard Stanley’s Gastro Pub has you covered if you are craving their yummy food. Their Banana Pancakes with screech rum and Breakfast Poutine are ‘must try’ dishes that will satisfy your boozy cravings.
Details
223 Duckworth Street, St. John’s
Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House
Brunch with a tour, Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House has both under one roof. Brunch is served on Sunday mornings. Details
288 Water Street & 1 George Street, St. John’s
Bernard Stanley’s Gastro Pub
Bernard Stanley’s Gastro Pub has you covered if you are craving their yummy food. Their Banana Pancakes with screech rum and Breakfast Poutine are ‘must try’ dishes that will satisfy your boozy cravings. Details
223 Duckworth Street, St. John’s
St. John’s Farmers’ Market
Featuring fresh local produce, meat, seafood, and hot prepared meals, St. John’s Farmers’ Market is a year-round Saturday morning treat. You never know what you will find at the market, so stop by this Labour Day and check out what the vendors have to offer. Details
Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
245 Freshwater Road, St. John’s
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