Events
Get ready to launch forth with the Memorial University community. Discover upcoming events and our 100th anniversary funded projects.
Please check back often as the schedule is constantly being updated with new events. Don't see your event listed? Contact us at memorial100@mun.ca.
2025
July
Memorial Day
July 1/ National War Memorial, St. John’s
Side Hustle Showcase - Summer Edition Jul. 10
Memorial’s Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE) is turning up the heat with a special summer edition of the student pop-up market! You don’t want to miss the Side Hustle Showcase, featuring Memorial University students who are building businesses, launching creative projects, and growing their side hustles. Browse booths with everything from custom clothing and handmade jewellery to baked goods, artwork, tech services, and more.
What to expect:
- Unique student-run booths
- Creative vibes & local talent
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- FREE admission!
Whether you're shopping, supporting, or just curious, we invite you to come out, celebrate the hustle and discover your next favourite local find!
Location: St. John's Community Market, 245 Freshwater Rd. Time: 3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
For more information visit MCE.
Dragon Boat Festival Jul. 19
Memorial University Libraries is entering a team in the Avalon Dragons Paddle in Paradise Dragon Boat Festival, set for Saturday, July 19th, 2025 at Octagon Pond in Paradise, NL (alternate weather date is July 20th). The “Memorial University Library Launchers” is a team of 18 paddlers raising money to support the Avalon Dragons, a breast cancer survivor team, as they promote the role that an active lifestyle can play in preventing complications and reoccurrence of breast cancer. The team also proudly celebrates the 100th anniversary of the founding of Memorial University.
Check out the website for a full schedule of events and come out to support the “Memorial University Library Launchers”!
Champney's West Aquarium Fishing Derby on the Wharf Jul. 18
Children of all ages are invited to come along and help Dr. William Driedzic, professor emeritus, Department of Ocean Sciences, Memorial University, catch cunners and sculpins for the Aquarium. Prizes for each fish caught.
Time: 2:00 p.m. to - 4:00 p.m. Location: Champney's West (on the Bonavista Peninsula near Port Rexton)
Follow Champney's West Aquarium on Facebook.
Champney's West Aquarium - Open House Jul. 19
A celebration of the partnership between the community of Champney's West and Memorial University. Stay tuned for further event details and activities to be announced in the coming months!
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5: 00 p.m. Location: Champney's West (on the Bonavista Peninsula near Port Rexton)
Follow Champney's West Aquarium on Facebook.
Next Generation Communication Technologies: Breaking the Limits of Connectivity Jul. 24
The Engineering Research Office (ERO), FEAS, is proud to present the MUN 100 Engineering Lecture Series! Join us for the fourth lecture, this one featuring Dr. Trung Duong, Canada Excellence Research Chair, Professor, Memorial University.
Don’t miss the chance to learn, engage, and celebrate the amazing impact of engineering in our communities!
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: S.J. Carew Building, 4th Floor, EN 4000, Memorial University
Science on the Street Jul. 26
Happening at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall in St. John's. Join Botanical Garden, Geo Center, Let’s Talk Science and more, as we animate the DPM with SCIENCE! Think of this as an interactive science fair, with displays from a number of local organizations and university academic units, all focused on providing STEM education. Booths will have free, interactive, and engaging activities for all ages, and will be located at various points along the Mall.
Location: Downtown Pedestrian Mall (DPM) in St. John's Time: 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
For more information visit: Botanical Garden events
August
Grenfell Alumni Exhibition
Aug. 1 – Sept. 30
In honour of Grenfell Campus’ 50th Anniversary, we are thrilled to invite Visual Arts alumni from across the decades to submit work for a special art exhibition celebrating the rich creative legacy of Grenfell Campus’ Fine Arts program.
This landmark exhibition will showcase 50 alumni, with works displayed throughout campus and affiliated venues during the anniversary year. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with your alma mater, share your artistic journey, and inspire current students, faculty, and fellow alumni.
Submission Deadline: Sept. 30, 2025
For additional information about eligibility, submission requirements (and the form to submit), selection process and what selected artists receive, please visit: 50th Anniversary Art Exhibition, Grenfell Campus.
Questions?
Jennifer Buxton, Engagement Coordinator, at jbuxton@mun.ca
Jane Walker, Grenfell Art Gallery Director, at grenfellgallery@mun.ca
Canada Games
Aug. 8-25 / various locations on the St. John’s campus
For more information, visit Memorial University’s Canada Games webpage.
Deadline for submission: Picture Us Aug. 29
Submissions are being accepted for Picture Us: A Research at Memorial Event. The September gallery will recognize the invaluable contributions of Memorial’s skillful research administrators.
The gallery will complement Research Administrators’ Day, which is taking place Sept. 25. The goal is to showcase those who support, facilitate, manage and assist with Memorial’s diverse research activities. The deadline for submissions is Friday, Aug. 29. More information, including how to submit your photo, is available online. Picture Us is one of Memorial’s 100th Anniversary funded projects.
The Office of the Vice-President (Research) is grateful for the support of this important initiative. Details will be shared on the Picture Us website about the September gallery opening.
September
New Student Welcome
Sept. 8-30 / details TBA
100th Anniversary of Memorial University College’s Opening Day
Sept. 15 / details TBA
The Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program launches Lament by Moishe Kantorowitz Sept. 18
A vivid and heart-wrenching memoir by former Newfoundland resident and Holocaust survivor Moishe Kantorowitz (1923–2008). Kantorowitz was born in the town of Shershev, Poland (now Šarašova, Belarus) and survived Auschwitz-Birkenau and Mauthausen. After immigrating to Canada, he moved to St. John’s in 1956 and became a travelling salesman. Kantorowitz was active in the Jewish community in St. John’s, and in 1995, he received an honorary degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland for his work in the field of Holocaust education.
Refreshments will be served. Speakers will be announced soon.
Guests will receive a complimentary copy of the memoir. Register here.
Time: 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Location: R. Gushue Hall Mezzanine, DH 2002, Memorial University
More information about Lament and general information about The Azrieli Foundation.
October
3rd annual Forum on Indigenization and Reconciliation at Memorial (FIRM)
Oct. 6-9
Faculty, staff and students on all campuses are invited to participate in this internal forum and engage with the Office of Indigenous Affairs in conversations around the Strategic Framework for Indigenization (SFI), our respective roles in reconciliation, and some of the work that has been underway here at Memorial in years past, currently, and plans for moving forward with this important work.
This event provides a platform to engage the university community on its progress in meeting recommendations in the SFI, and an opportunity to bring Indigenous ways of learning, knowing and being into university spaces and practices.
Career Fair
Details TBA
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at The Rooms
Details TBA
This program invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively and informative and designed for the public. The topic of this session will be announced at a later date.
St. John’s campus Fall Convocation
Details TBA
All-years, All-campuses Alumni Reunions
Details TBA
President’s Golden Celebration
Details TBA
Alumni Tribute Awards
Details TBA
Whale of a Day
Details TBA / Core Science Facility, St. John’s campus
Our fourth annual Whale of a Day will be filled with fun for everyone. And it all happens beneath our amazing blue whale skeleton in the Core Science Facility. The Memorial University community welcomes the public to enjoy interactive learning designed for the whole family.
November
Ceremony of Remembrance
Nov. 11 / all campuses / details TBA
Nov. 6
100 Years of Careers will celebrate the contributions of Memorial and the Marine Institute to the rich history of marine careers in Newfoundland and Labrador. This event will be held at the Marine Institute and invite students from grades 10, 11 and 12 from across the province to attend. It will also be an informative and engaging event for parents, guidance counselors and career teachers. By opening our doors to the community, we will create better awareness of marine careers while sharing the auspicious 60-year history of the Marine Institute. Historical booths will highlight the history of the fishery, and our student guests will be introduced to the roles marine careers will play in shaping the technological advancements and environmental concerns that will secure a sustainable future.
Hosted by: Marine Institute, Academic and Student Affairs
Giving Tuesday
Details TBA
2026
March
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at The Rooms
Details TBA
This program invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively and informative and designed for the public. The topic of this session will be announced at a later date.