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Lawnya Vawnya: An Exposition of Concerts by Candlelight
Independent Art and Culture June – October
May 27-30 The Commissariat Provincial Historic Site
Throughout St. John’s Kings Bridge Road, St. John’s FESTIVALS & EVENTS
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Named for a Newfoundland expression
that — according the Dictionary of Unplugged, candlelit and intimate, an
Newfoundland English — means “having unforgettable way to experience our
PRESENTED BY TD a good time at a dance or party with province’s best emerging musicians.
plenty to eat,” Lawnya Vawnya, festival
of independent music and arts, burst Canada’s Big Birthday Bash
onto the Canadian festival calendar nine June 30 – July 1
years ago with creative programming George Street, St. John’s
throughout colourful downtown St. John’s. T: 709.722.7634
www.georgestreetlive.ca
Opera on the Avalon 2020 Join the festivities and be amongst the first

Summer Festival citizens in Canada to celebrate our national
June 4-6 birthday. In addition to its traditionally strong
St. John’s entertainment line-up, plans include activities
T: 709.738.1322 such as outdoor barbecues, busker performances,
www.operaontheavalon.com children’s programming and fireworks.

The heart of our annual season,
our mainstage shows are full-scale Canada Day Celebrations
professional productions that offer the July 1
very best from the operatic repertoire and St. John’s
classical musical theatre from classical T: 709.576.8106
to modern commissioned works. www.stjohns.ca
Each July 1st, when the sun rises over Signal Hill,
St. John’s Days Celebrations the people of St. John’s become the first

June 19-22 in Canada to celebrate this country’s birthday.
St. John’s Outdoor entertainment throughout the day
T: 709.576.8106 capped off by fireworks at Quidi Vidi Lake.

APRIL 30 - ECMA AWARDS SHOW www.stjohns.ca Happy Birthday Canada!
Hosted by Mary Walsh A celebration of the city’s birthday, Mount Pearl Canada Day Celebrations
historical open houses and great cultural
Mile One Centre - St. John’s, NL demonstrations. Many free events! July 1
City of Mount Pearl
Tickets $40 + Fees Nickel Independent Film Festival T: 709.748.1008
June 22-28 www.mountpearl.ca
Various St. John’s Venues Residents and visitors are invited to come along
T: 709.576.3378 and enjoy Canada Day Celebrations in the City
www.nickelfestival.com of Mount Pearl. Family entertainment is all
THE EAST COAST’S BIGGEST CELEBRATION OF MUSIC! The Annual Nickel Independent Film afternoon, and admission is a non-perishable
food item.
Festival proudly celebrates the spirit of
JOIN US FOR THE 2020 EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS, INDUSTRY CONFERENCE AND independent creation. With a reputation Southern Shore Folk Arts Council
for presenting quality films from

FIVE DAYS OF LIVE MUSIC IN ST. JOHN’S, NL APRIL 29-MAY 3. established and emerging artists, this July 25-26
Ferryland
energetic festival is a key platform for
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO BUY TICKETS VISIT ECMA.COM our local film industry. The festival will T: 709.432.2052 Toll Free: 888.332.2052

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screen 40 films and offer workshops
for the beginner to the master level.
Organizers of the annual Southern Shore
Shamrock Festival which takes place during
the 4th weekend of July. The very purest in
traditional Irish/Newfoundland music, song,
and dance. Other special events throughout
the summer.
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