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Visiting our City

Three people enjoying the ski and snowshoe trails at Pippy Park in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, on a sunny winter day. One person is classic cross country skiing, one is skate skiing, and the other is snowshoeing.
Ski and snowshoe in parks
Winter Activity Centre's at Bowring Park and Pippy Park offer winter equipment rentals and are in full operation for the season.
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logo for ChillFest, City of St. John's winter celebration, Feb. 13-17,2020. Snowman wearing a hat and scarf says "Events are FREE and for all ages!"
ChillFest 2020
Celebrate winter at ChillFest! With a variety of events offered ChillFest has something for everyone and all events are free of charge to attend and open to all ages.
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Get Into It this Winter
The City of St. John's offers ski and snowshoe rentals at Winter Activity Centre's located in Pippy Park and Bowring Park.
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Skaters on The Loop in Bannerman Park
The Loop is Open
The Loop at Bannerman Park is now open for the 2019-2020 season!
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Tourism Awards Presented
The City of St. John's annual Tourism Awards recognize individuals, groups and businesses for their outstanding contributions to the tourism industry in providing a unique and quality experience.
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  • Lighthouse at Cape Spear
  • Cruise Ship docked in St. John's
  • Musician playing a trombone
  • Two kayakers in ocean around St. John's.
  • Distance sign markers

Visiting our City

People looking through the telescope on Signal Hill

Come discover one of the oldest cities in North America. A city unlike any other. Cradled in a harbour carved from 500 million year old rock. Surrounded by hills running down to the ocean. Charming side streets of a thousand colours. Friendly faces to greet you at every turn. Take a truly unforgettable journey to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. All the information you need to plan your visit is right here.

Water Street Pedestrian Mall Update
Friday, July 10, 2020 - 1:00pm
Opportunities for further improvement of the Pedestrian Mall are being explored to ensure the mall is inclusive and welcoming for all ages and abilities.
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Update on City Services for July 10
Friday, July 10, 2020 - 10:45am
The Department of Municipal Affairs has approved the City’s request to observe a civic holiday on Monday, August 3, 2020 to replace the Regatta Day statutory holiday.
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Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, July 9, 2020 - 3:00pm
Due to the Orangemen’s Day holiday on Monday, July 13, most City offices and facilities will be closed. All Recreation centres and outdoor pools are open on Monday.
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Road Construction - July 13 - 17
2020/07/13 - 7:00am to 2020/07/17 - 7:00pm
Contractors may be working on the following arterial and collector streets from July 13 - 17 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs.  Work could...
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Lane Reduction / Sidewalk Closure - Carpasian Road
2020/07/06 - 7:00am to 2020/08/06 - 7:00pm
To facilitate construction work of the 2019 Bridge Rehabilitation Program, motorists and pedestrians are advised that Carpasian Road (in the vicinity of bridge over Rennies River) will have a lane...
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Lane Reduction / Sidewalk Closure (Portugal Cove Road)
2020/07/06 - 7:00am to 2020/08/06 - 7:00pm
To facilitate construction work of the 2019 Bridge Rehabilitation Program, motorists and pedestrians are advised that Portugal Cove Road (in the vicninty of the bridge over Rennies River) will have a...
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Application - 36 Cabot Avenue
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - 9:30am
Application An application has been made to subdivide property at 36 Cabot Avenue to create two additional building lots which will front Battery Road.  Description Each dwelling will be a 3 storey...
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Application - 19 Dundas Street
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - 9:30am
Application A Discretionary Use application has been submitted for a Home Occupation for a blood collection & urinalysis service at 19 Dundas Street.  Description It will occupy a floor area of...
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Application - 95 Merrymeeting Road
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - 9:30am
Application A Change of Non-Conforming Use Application has been submitted by Jack Axes to the change use at 95 Merrymeeting Road to a Place of Amusement for an axe throwing range and recreational...
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TEEN Quarenzine
2020/07/14 (All day)
Tuesdays - Call for Teen Quaranzine from Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries  Calling all creative teens! What has quarantine been like for you? Send us an image, poem, or piece of art...
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Wellness Wednesdays: NL Public Libraries
2020/07/15 (All day)
Wednesdays - Wellness for Everyone Series with Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries and TD Summer Reading Join us every Wednesday on our YouTube channel for a different wellness tip or...
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Humpday Market St. John’s
2020/07/15 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Enjoy an evening of shopping with the newest local vendors. Humpday Market St. John's is a weekly night market featuring some of the best local small business St. John's and area has to offer...
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