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ChillFest is an annual community-wide celebration of winter, with a variety of free activities for all ages and abilities. This year, Chillfest will take place from February 9 to 14. All of our events are free, however registration may be required.
Accessibility
The City of St. John’s strives to create accessible and inclusive programs and services where possible. To request accommodations, learn more or provide feedback or suggestions, please call 576-4450 or email inclusion@stjohns.ca.
Scavenger Hunt
Come out to Bowring, Bannerman or Victoria Park for a winter scavenger hunt. Find five words hidden throughout the parks to reveal the mystery phrase. Each park has a different set of words to make a different phrase. Contest opens February 9 and closes February 14 at midnight.
New for 2024, our Scavenger Hunt is also extending to the St. John's Farmers' Market! Find five words at either the Saturday Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or on Sunday during the Love is Love Queer Market event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Email the mystery phase to specialevents@stjohns.ca (subject line "Scavenger Hunt") to be entered for a prize pack.
Friday, February 9, 2024
Ski & Snowshoe (cancelled) |
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**This event has been cancelled due to poor trail conditions.
Location: North Bank Lodge, Pippy Park Time: noon to 9 p.m. Description: Get your friends and family together and head outside for free Ski & Snowshoe rentals in beautiful Pippy Park. Identification is required to rent skis and snowshoes. This activity is weather dependent. Call the Winter Activity Centre Info Line at (709) 737-3651 for updates.
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Everyone Welcome Swim |
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Location: H.G.R Mews Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road Time: 7 to 7:50 p.m. Description: Children 10 and under must always be accompanied in the water by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum three children to one supervisor. Accessible change rooms, and accessible pool entry is available. Please advise if accommodations are required at the time of check in or call ahead. |
Saturday, February 10, 2024
Playgroup |
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Location: Kenmount Terrace Community Centre Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Description: Playgroup is for children who are ages five or younger, and their guardian(s). Playgroup provides an opportunity for your young children to be active and socialize, in a safe and welcoming environment.
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Snow-Ga |
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Location: Bowring Park Time: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Description: Join us for Snow-Ga, the practice of combining yoga poses and breathing techniques in an outdoor winter setting. Bring your winter gear and come enjoy an all-levels, all-ages outdoor yoga class. Most poses will be done standing, for those requiring accessible poses, please bring a folding chair and a blanket. Registration is free but must be completed in advance.
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Kitchen Party |
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Location: Foran Greene Room, City Hall Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Description: Tap yer toes, sing along, get up and dance, play an instrument or be entertained at our good ol’ fashioned Kitchen Party hosted by Fergus O'Byrne & Fergus Brown-O'Byrne. This father and son pair are acclaimed for their musical legacy, proudly celebrating Newfoundland's traditional musical heritage. Participation is encouraged but not required, please feel free to bring your instruments. Traditional Newfoundland treats will be provided free of charge.
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Love Our Local Authors: Story & Craft Hour |
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Location: A.C. Hunter Children's Library Time: 2 p.m. Description: Local author Virginia E. Berry will read from her book "Long Walk"- in English, French and Spanish! A multi-lingual experience for everyone, followed by a craft time. For ages 3 to 10 years old. |
Family Skating Party @ The Loop |
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Location: Bannerman Park Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Description: Join us at the Loop in Bannerman Park for an afternoon of Family Fun. Skaters are encouraged to dress up as there favorite cartoon character, hero or princess. Throughout the afternoon we will be playing kid friendly music and will have free hot chocolate and pop up appearances from popular characters. This event is weather and ice dependent. Please call the Loop Line at 709-733-5667 to see if the Loop is open. |
Valentine's Skate @ The Loop |
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Location: Bannerman Park Time: 8 to 10 p.m. Description: Treat your sweetheart, palentine or someone special to a lovely evening skating under the lights. There will be Valentines decorations, free hot chocolate and a live DJ playing Valentine themed music. While everyone is welcome, this event is geared to those 18-30 years of age. Events at the Loop are weather and ice dependent. Please call the Loop Line at 709-733-5667 to see if the loop is open. |
Sunday, February 11, 2024
Freez'n Fun Run & Stroll or Roll |
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Location: Bowring Park (West Gate) Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m. Description: Bundle up and join us for a Freez’n Fun Run on the paved roads in beautiful Bowring Park. Strollers and all terrain wheelchairs are welcome. Start and finish for the race will be located at the West Gate. Race times are as follows:
All runners will receive a medal and an official finish time. Bib pick-up will take place onsite 15 minutes prior to race time. Registration is free but must be completed in advance. Registration will open soon!
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MegaPlay |
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Location: Southlands Community Centre Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Description: Come on out for some mega fun at our indoor Mega Play day. We'll have bouncers, Nerf, balloon twisting, reptiles, coloring in the quiet chillzone and more. A limited number of noise reducing headphones will be available. |
Monday, February 12, 2024
Playgroup |
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Description: Playgroup is for children who are ages five or younger, and their guardian(s). Playgroup provides an opportunity for your young children to be active and socialize, in a safe and welcoming environment. Locations and Times:
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Adult Walk & Wheel |
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Description: Walk and Wheel is a free drop in walking program. If you are finding it difficult to walk outdoors, or prefer to walk indoors, join us to walk or wheel in the gymnasium. Please bring indoor footwear. Locations and Times:
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Body Pump Fitness |
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Location: H.G.R. Mews Centre Time: 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. Description: A total conditioning class designed to challenge each participant's major muscles groups using a combination of equipment and effective body weight exercises. Participants at all fitness levels are welcome. |
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Playgroup |
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Location: Kilbride Community Centre Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Description: Playgroup is for children who are ages five or younger, and their guardian(s). Playgroup provides an opportunity for your young children to be active and socialize, in a safe and welcoming environment. |
ChillFest Trivia Night at Cojones |
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Location: Cojones Tacos and Tequila, 195 Water Street Time: 8 p.m. FREE 19+ ChillFest event hosted by trivia legends Chris and Michael Pickard. Starts at 8 p.m. on February 13th. Book your table in advance by calling Cojones at (709) 754-8226 or through OpenTable.
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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Playgroup (cancelled) |
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Location: Southlands Community Centre Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Description: Playgroup is for children who are ages five or younger, and their guardian(s). Playgroup provides an opportunity for your young children to be active and socialize, in a safe and welcoming environment. |
Adult Walk & Wheel (cancelled) |
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Description: Walk and Wheel is a free drop in walking program. If you are finding it difficult to walk outdoors, or prefer to walk indoors, join us to walk or wheel in the gymnasium. Please bring indoor footwear.
Locations and Times:
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Valentine's Day Movie Night (cancelled)
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Location: A.C. Hunter Children's Library Time: 6 p.m. Description: A special screening of the 1939 classic, Love Affair, starring Irene Dunne and Charles Boyer. Enjoy a cozy Valentine's Day evening at the library, popcorn included! Please call the A. C. Hunter Library to register at 709-737-3950.
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Body Pump Fitness (cancelled) |
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Location: H.G.R. Mews Centre Time: 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. Description: A total conditioning class designed to challenge each participant's major muscles groups using a combination of equipment and effective body weight exercises. Participants at all fitness levels are welcome. |
Valentine's Night @ the Loop (cancelled) |
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Location: Bannerman Park Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Description: Romance is in the air at the Bannerman Park Loop. We have your Valentine’s date night covered. Treat your sweetheart or you palentine to a fun evening under the lights with candles, decorations, free hot chocolate and valentines themed music. This event is weather and ice dependent. Please call the Loop Line at 709-733-5667 to see if the loop is open. |
Everyone Welcome Swim (cancelled) |
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Location: Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive Time: 7 to 7:50 p.m. Description: Children 10 and under must always be accompanied in the water by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum three children to one supervisor. Accessible change rooms, and accessible pool entry is available. Please advise if accommodations are required at the time of check in or call ahead. |
Skating at Mary Brown's Centre
Mary Brown Centre regularly offers free public skating sessions are for all ages and skill levels and are a great way to exercise while having fun! The skating sessions include adult skate, family skate, parent and tot skate, sensory skate, and learn to skate.
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