Featured Events in St. John's in November, 2024 (June Updated)

IT'S BEEN A LONG TIME COMING! The Eras Tour is coming to Canada and we're celebrating by bringing the energy across the country. Join us and DJ Lusaka by dancing through ALL of her iconic Eras, PLUS all the chants you love from the tour. We host Canada's biggest and best Taylor Swift Dance Parties, run by Swifties for Swifties, with a portion of proceeds going to charity ($140k donated to date!). Check out @tswiftdancepartyCA on TikTok and IG for what to expect and to join our community of Canadian Swifties! Location: The Rock House, St. John's Time: 9:00 pm - 1:00 am What to expect: A room full of fellow Swifties scream-singing to Taylor Swift hits and deep cuts. Costumes and signs welcome! Ps. Headed to Toronto for the Eras Tour? Get tickets to Toronto's Version: Taylgate '24 and our After Parties HERE. Tickets are non-refundable. This is a Taylor Swift-inspired dance party - she will not be attending (we wish!!). This event is 19+, government ID will be required. Costumes and signs are welcome and encouraged, but for security reasons please avoid anything bulky. Information Source: TSwift Dance Party Canada | eventbrite

QVE is proud to present the NL premiere of Following the Moonroad by Canadian composer Christine Donkin — a powerful new work for choir and cello, with texts by Lozan Yamolky, Connie Braun, and George Elliott Clarke. Through the words of a refugee, a child of refugees, and a descendant of refugees, this compelling work speaks of seeking refuge from danger, imprisonment, and conflict in search of safety, freedom, and peace. Following the Moonroad was commissioned for the 20th anniversary season of the DaCapo Chamber Choir under its founding director Leonard Enns. The concert will also feature themes of home and hope in selections by Josef Rheinberger, Don Macdonald, Stephen Paulus and James Woodhall. Doors Open at 3pm Parking: We are located in the heart of Downtown St. John’s at 81 Cochrane Street, and there is no dedicated parking lot. On-street parking is available throughout the neighbourhood between April-November. For blue-zone pass holders, there is one accessible parking space on the ramp that leads up to the front doors. Accessibility: Although we have made progress towards full accessibility with our recent upgrade to the ramp leading to the main doors, there are some features of our building that may be challenging to navigate for some audience members. The floor seating is all one level with a gentle downward slope leading to the front of the space, and there is one row with extra leg room that we designate as accessible seating because it has more room for placement of mobility aids. There is a ramp to the washroom area as well and all doors are button-operated. Please note that the balcony seating area is only accessible via staircase. If you have any other questions or concerns about accessibility, or would like to request specific accommodations, please contact lauren@firstlightnl.ca and we'll do what we can. Information Source: First Light Arts | eventbrite

WRIFFS has had a few amazing shows already and we are returning to Bannerman on November 15th at 7pm! GUESTS THIS MONTH: Musician Kelly McMichael (Polaris Music Prize shortlist)Comedian Rebecca Reeds (as seen on CBC)Comedian Tamara Shevon (as seen on JFL42)WRIFFS will be hosted at Bannerman Brewing on November 15thDecember 13th Information Source: Matt Wright | eventbrite

If you’re a fan of Canadian hip hop, there’s no doubt you’ve heard of Roney. He’s known as the unstoppable rapper from The 6ix, consistently dropping music; bangers after bangers. Roney has countless of hit songs and is one of the hardest working rappers in Canada thus why he’s the reasons he’s known as The Hardest Out. One of his breakout tracks is “Little Do You Know” and this song will have story telling rap fans playing it on repeat. Heartfelt will get you in your feelings and vibing to his music, bumping the lyrics word for word. One of his biggest breakout tracks is “Forget About Me” which was featured on the WSHH Youtube channel in 2019 and currently has over 2 million views and over 4 million on Spotify. In October 2020, Roney dropped his Apple Music chart topping album “Different Route” which peaked at #16 on the hip hop/rap charts’ which many songs will be performed. Catch his hit single Go There, which has recently turned gold and has almost 2 million views on YouTube and 6 million plus on Spotify and was added to the Hip Hop Central playlist. Trapstar was also a big track and got added to the Hip Hop Central playlist on Spotify, go bump this too! A month later he dropped a deluxe album and added more bangers like 007 and Attachable. Roneys most recent album Orphan dropped on his moms first birthday after her passing. He’s dropped music videos for his singles “Forreal” and the wavy rap song “Sauced em.” Like Ehh, is a song that has been climbing in numbers and showing consistent growth. Fans mentioned that “Lawless” is similar to Go there but more grungy. Roney is consistent and versatile. He’s had a long-standing career and is bound for mainstream success. If you check out his promoted songs, you’ll be digging for more; just watch and see. This is your chance to see Roney up close in person and watch him perform your favourite hit songs. He’s a legend in The 6ix. Information Source: 2x Music | eventbrite

One Direction Dance Party! - St. John's, NL One Direction Dance Party!Come join us for a night of One Direction hits and dance your heart out in St. John's, NL! Get ready to sing along to all your favorite 1D tunes and meet fellow Directioners. This event is fan-organized and not for profit, with any additional proceeds and donations going towards a local addictions and mental health organization in honor of Liam Payne. Let's celebrate the music of One Direction together with a DJ, photobooth, snacks and activities! This is a 19+ BYOB event beginning at 9pm and ending at 1am! Information Source: eventbrite

The highly anticipated Rock Games are open for registration!!!Who will be crowned this year's Rock Games champions? Join us on November 2nd, at Islander Athletics as we host the 8th annual ROCK GAMES. It's more than a competition: It's about coming together as CrossFit athletes (and fitness enthousiasts too), to show our stretngth and abilities as CrossFiitters - all while having a ton of fun with an incredible group of people. So whether you are a CrossFit afficionado, or a CrossFit newbie - Grab a friend and jump into the most unforgettable experience you’ll have as part of this wonderful community! Event Details:Date: Saturday, November 2, 20241-day partner CrossFit competition and throwdown for all fitness levels.Up to 4 events in 1 day. Events will be announced as the games approach.Open to all athletes in Newfoundland and Labrador.Spectators are welcome. Registration:$100 CAD (tax included) PER TEAM.Registration includes a Rock Games T-shirt, medal, and drinks/snacks.Register by October 20th, 2024 in order to guarantee your shirt size,.Final deadline for registration is October 25th, 2024. Registrations past this date will not be accepted. For those who register after October 20th, we cannot guarantee you will receive your preferred shirt size after this date as we will be doing a bulk order of additional shirts to cover those who register later than October 20th. Divisions:Rx Male (competitive)Rx Female (competitive)Open (can be same-sex or mixed-sex pairs)What to expect for the divisions?COMPETITIVE DIVISIONS: Competitive divisions will be eligible for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes. These teams will receive custom Rock Games belts. Competitive division events may include Rx movements such as double-unders, handstand push-ups, and chest-to-bar pull-ups. If any team in the competitive division requires scaling or movement substitution, they are still eligible to compete in that division, but they must take a scoring penalty (TBD) for that event. OPEN DIVISION: Participants in the Open division will NOT be ranked on a leaderboard (i.e. Throwdown style). However, this division will still be subject to judging for the completion of events and movement standards. Open division events will be the same as the competitive division, but it will be up to the individual athlete to scale appropriately for their skill level. Intermediate and beginner suggestions will be provided for each event. All teams in the Open division that complete all events will be entered into several prize draws. ALL teams are eligible for the Spirit of the Games award! Refund Policy:Due to prizes and apparel being ordered based on registrations, we cannot provide refunds. Registration transfers to another team are acceptable. Sponsorship Information: Requests can be made to info@islanderathletics.ca All proceeds, products/services will be used to run the event and towards athletes prizes. ***May the WODs be ever in your favour.*** Information Source: Islander Athletics | eventbrite

This week we will walk the Bowring Park Loop!Meeting location will be the big gravel parking lot - 305 Waterford Bridge Road / Park Road Information Source: First Light | eventbrite

Seraka Dance Company presents Synthesis: Noir, an evening of non-traditional belly dance inspired by film noir, femme fatales, and silky jazz. Join us on Saturday 09 November 2024 at Bannerman Brewing Co for the 10th edition of this crowd-favourite show featuring solos, duets, and group pieces by dancers of Seraka as well as special guests. Information Source: Seraka Dance Company | eventbrite

Please note that one minute of silence will be observed at 11am in memory of the fallen. All players will play five rounds (except where byes are necessary due to the number of players). The event will be rated by Chess’n Math. Players are allowed to take a half point bye for any round except Round 5 provided they indicate a requirement to do so before the round is paired. Format: 5 rounds. (Swiss or Round Robin) Sections: Primary - Kindergarten to Grade 3Elementary - Grades 4 to 6Junior High - Grades 7 to 9High School - Grades 10 to 12Trophy for the winner in each section plus medals for 2nd and 3rd places *Time controls 25 mins + 5 second delay Important Note to Parents: All scholastic participants must be supervised by a parent or designated guardian. Neither the Newfoundland and Labrador School Chess Association (NLSCA) nor the host school will be held responsible for the safety or behaviour of participants not actively engaged in tournament play. The responsibility of the tournament organizers will be limited to ensuring fair competition in accordance with NLSCA tournament rules. See http://www.chess.nl.ca or the NLSCA Questions and Answers page for more information. for more information. Information Source: Newfoundland and Labrador School Chess Association | eventbrite

If you’re a fan of Canadian hip hop, there’s no doubt you’ve heard of Roney. He’s known as the unstoppable rapper from The 6ix, consistently dropping music; bangers after bangers. Roney has countless of hit songs and is one of the hardest working rappers in Canada thus why he’s the reasons he’s known as The Hardest Out. One of his breakout tracks is “Little Do You Know” and this song will have story telling rap fans playing it on repeat. Heartfelt will get you in your feelings and vibing to his music, bumping the lyrics word for word. One of his biggest breakout tracks is “Forget About Me” which was featured on the WSHH Youtube channel in 2019 and currently has over 2 million views and over 4 million on Spotify. In October 2020, Roney dropped his Apple Music chart topping album “Different Route” which peaked at #16 on the hip hop/rap charts’ which many songs will be performed. Catch his hit single Go There, which has recently turned gold and has almost 2 million views on YouTube and 6 million plus on Spotify and was added to the Hip Hop Central playlist. Trapstar was also a big track and got added to the Hip Hop Central playlist on Spotify, go bump this too! A month later he dropped a deluxe album and added more bangers like 007 and Attachable. Roneys most recent album Orphan dropped on his moms first birthday after her passing. He’s dropped music videos for his singles “Forreal” and the wavy rap song “Sauced em.” Like Ehh, is a song that has been climbing in numbers and showing consistent growth. Fans mentioned that “Lawless” is similar to Go there but more grungy. Roney is consistent and versatile. He’s had a long-standing career and is bound for mainstream success. If you check out his promoted songs, you’ll be digging for more; just watch and see. This is your chance to see Roney up close in person and watch him perform your favourite hit songs. He’s a legend in The 6ix. Information Source: 2x Music | eventbrite

ST. JOHN'S 🔥 Get Ready for a BANGER! Catch viral headlinerAbbas Wahabon his US/CanadaBig Mic Energy Tour! Abbas Wahab is a Canadian comedian and actor. He's been featured on Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as SWAT officer in M.Night Shyamalan's Trap. Wahab has also appeared in TV shows, such as The Boys, What We Do In The Shadows, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He has garnered a loyal following of over 120k fans on Instagram and 200k on TikTok. Abbas is best known for his viral Job Interview and Auto Marketingseries, which parody the behind-the-scenes hiring and advertising of major brands. His comedic style has been described as electrifying and sharp, with grounded storytelling. Don’t miss him on the road! Check out Abbas Wahab on Instagram and TikTok > @abbaswahab Featuring: Paul Thompson is swiftly emerging as a top performer in Canada. With a career that began at a young age, he has shared the stage with renowned acts such as Joe Rogan, Luenell,Brian Posehn,White Yardie, Majah Hype, Dale Elliot Jr. and Kenny vs. Spenny, among others. His performances have taken him across North America and the UK, captivating audiences with his unique and unforgettable style. Achieving a #1 comedy album on iTunes, he has also headlined Kenny Robinson's famous Nubian Show. Recently making his Just For Laughs debut, he taped a set for Kevin Hart. The Toronto Star recognized his album as one of the Best Of The Year, adding to his growing list of accolades. In addition to his stand-up, he is also a talented actor, featured in multiple seasons of CBC’s Pretty Hard Cases as Detective Jim Davidson. It's going DOWN Saturday, November 23rd at Erin's Pub! Don't Miss it!🔥 Show at 8:00pm - Doors open at 7:00pm. For Seating Please arrive no later than 7:45pm. #standupcomedy Information Source: Abbas Wahab | eventbrite

Relax and unwind with an hour of beginner-friendly yoga, starting with a smudging ceremony and drum song. *Please note the smudging ceremony will take place in the same room as our Yoga class! Led by the talented instructor Joan Corrigan, come join us for an hour and take care of your body and mind. Yoga mats and blocks are provided. Remember to bring your water bottle - we'll have a water cooler available. If weather is 18+ we will host our program at Bannerman Park! You can still park at our 42 bannerman location. The park is just a short walk up the road. We would like to inform you that once you reserve a ticket for our event, cancellations are not available without contacting us first. To cancel your ticket, please send an email to eventbrite@firstlightnl.ca! Information Source: First Light | eventbrite

Experience the electrifying performances of BA Johnston, Sangbag Bronco, and Sick Puppy at The Ship Pub in St. John's on November 30, 2024. Get ready for a night filled with energetic music and unforgettable moments at this iconic venue located at 265 Duckworth Street. Tickets for this not-to-be-missed event are priced at CA$11.98. Join music fans in celebrating the talent of these incredible artists and enjoy a night of pure entertainment.