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JULY 27-AUGUST 2, 2026
We’re getting ready for an unforgettable festival! The full schedule of events and additional details will be posted here. Check back often for updates and announcements, and subscribe to get the most up-to-date news!

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Knitfiti Garden 2026

Knitfiti Garden 2026

----- JULY 2 ----- THURSDAY 7pm Bonavista's Yarn Bomb event! Come see the garden made of yarn and crotchet, crafted by the community of Bonavista!

Bonavista Burger Battle 2026

Bonavista Burger Battle 2026

JULY 20 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 MONDAY Battle of the tastiest. Bonavista's finest chefs duke it out in a special 2 week battle using their wits, creativity, and whole lot of tasty ingredients to craft the yummiest burger this side of the peninsula. Ingredients is temporary; glory is forever.

Bonavista's Annual Mummers Festival

Bonavista's Annual Mummers Festival

----- JULY 27 ----- MONDAY 6pm Kicking off 1st day of Church Street Fest with a tradition, prize draws and BBQ to follow!

Movie Under the Stars

Movie Under the Stars

----- JULY 28 ----- TUESDAY 10pm Harbour Quarters Lot Come catch a free outdoor movie and get cozy with some blankets and a hot beverage, see you under the stars 🌠

Harbour Sounds

Harbour Sounds

----- JULY 29 ----- WEDNESDAY 7pm The Matthew Legacy Live music; free to enjoy by everyone courtesy of and hosted at Matthew Legacy!

Breakfast on the Wharf

Breakfast on the Wharf

----- JULY 31 ----- FRIDAY 8am-11am The Matthew Legacy Join the crew at the Matthew Legacy on Bonavista Day for a traditional Newfie breakfast: scrambled eggs, toutons, bologna, baked beans and your choice of juice, tea or coffee, all for $15! 🍳🥓☕ Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Matthew Legacy site with ticket portal to be open soon, or you may also do so at the door on July 31st, 2026!

Face Art & Painting

Face Art & Painting

----- JULY 27 ----- FRIDAY 1-4pm Adorn your face with works of art courtesy of Sweet Rock Homemade Ice Cream.

Maker's Market

Maker's Market

----- AUGUST 1 ----- SATURDAY 10am-4pm Canada Post Building Bonavista's renowned artisans market! Join some of the province's most celebrated artists/crafters and explore what they have to offer!

Riesen, Pomeroy and Lodge with The Atlantic String Quartet

Riesen, Pomeroy and Lodge with The Atlantic String Quartet

----- AUGUST 1 ----- SATURDAY Accomplished musicians - tenors John Riesen and David Pomeroy, pianist Andrea Lodge and the Atlantic String Quartet - come together at the Garrick to bring you a fine performance of music ranging from classical to Broadway.

Bonavista Fireworks

Bonavista Fireworks

----- AUGUST 2 ----- SUNDAY 10pm Bonavista Harborside Celebrate Bonavista Day and the end to Church Street Festival 2026 with a magnificent display of fireworks and one of the largest in the province over Bonavista Harbour!

Bonavista Fun Run

Bonavista Fun Run

----- AUGUST 2 ----- SUNDAY 10am 95 Church Street Join Bonavista Run Club for a fun, refreshing 5km run, jog or walk, starting at Town Hall.

Live Music

Live Music

JULY 27-AUGUST 2 Various live shows and music.

Garrick Theatre - Church Street Festival - Bonavista
Town of Bonavista Logo - Church Street Festival - Bonavista
The Matthew Legacy - Church Street Festival - Bonavista

© 2026 by Church Street Festival

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1-877-571-9185

​Find us: 

95 Church Street, Bonavista, NL, CA   A0C 1B0

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