Race the Regatta Challenge at the St. John’s Convention Centre

The 2025 Canada Games ARTA VISTA Festival at the St. John’s Convention Centre is your daily hub for entertainment during the Games, featuring live performances, interactive workshops, visual arts, Games merchandise, and live streaming of events.

From August 10–15 and August 18–22, between 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., visitors can join the City of St. John’s Race the Regatta Challenge. Step into our rowing station, take a quick tutorial from our crew, and race against the clock for 60 seconds as the sights and sounds of Quidi Vidi Lake surround you.

Your distance will be displayed on the leaderboard—and everyone who participates will receive a commemorative City of St. John’s Canada Games pin!