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
June
Celestial Conversations: Update Reveal for "Our Future & Space" Jun. 3
The Geo Centre team will welcome the public to this special evening event to introduce the latest updates to the "Our Future and Space" exhibit. Joined by the St. John's Centre Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and, weather permitting, will have telescopes on hand for moon viewing after the talks.
Location: Johnson Geo Centre
Event Schedule:
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.: Geo Centre exhibits will be open, with free admission
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Mission Memorial: Q&A Panel with Dr. Ivan Booth, Dr. Penny Morrill, and Dr. Hilding Neilson about their research and contributions to the exhibit updates
7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.: Dr. Susan Redmond, "To the stratosphere and beyond: Chasing cosmic clues with balloon-borne telescopes."
8:50 p.m.: Moon Viewing with the St. John's Centre RASC (weather permitting)
This is event is offered in partnership with the St. John's Centre Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, and with funding from Memorial University’s Public Engagement Accelerator Fund.
Free admission. No registration required.
Toronto Affinity Celebration June 5
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Catherine Allan (BA’10) and Andrew James O’Brien (BFA’07), also known as the contemporary folk duo The Fortunate Ones, as our featured entertainers for the Toronto Affinity event. All proceeds go to the Toronto Affinity Scholarship Fund which supports students.
Register here.
Picture Us: A Research at Memorial Event Jun. 9
The Office of the Vice-President (Research) invites you to the June 2025 gallery opening of Picture Us: A Research at Memorial Event.
Time: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Location: Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation, room IIC-3003
RSVP: June 34 to vprfeedback@mun.ca
Festival of Blooms June 11 - 15
Join us for this beloved annual signature event at the Botanical Garden, elevated for summer 2025 in honour of Memorial University’s 100th anniversary. This multi-day celebration showcases the vibrant beauty of our summer blooms and everything in flower throughout the Garden. From stunning floral displays to immersive experiences for all ages, it’s a season highlight you won’t want to miss.
For additional event information, please visit What's on.
Celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+: Conversation with Memorial Alumni Jun. 12
Please join Dr. Michael R. Woodford as he shares his research that focuses on the well-being, inclusion, and resilience of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals particularly in academic settings. Refreshments provided. Hosted by the Office of the Vice-Provost Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in partnership with Student Life, Department of Gender Studies Rabble Rousers and the Faculty of Medicine, with support from Memorial University’s 100th Anniversary programming.
Attend online or in-person. For more information, contact cralhan@mun.ca.
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Faculty of Medicine, Room 1M102
Virtual participation: Register here.
Calgary Affinity Celebration Jun. 12
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Catherine Allan (BA’10) and Andrew James O’Brien (BFA’07), also known as the contemporary folk duo The Fortunate Ones, as our featured entertainers for the Calgary Affinity event. All proceeds go to the Calgary Affinity Scholarship Fund which supports students.
Register here.
Unrivalled Opportunity: Newfoundland and Labrador’s Energy Industry
Jun. 19
The Engineering Research Office (ERO), FEAS, is proud to present the MUN 100 Engineering Lecture Series! Join us for the third lecture, this time with featured speaker Charlene Johnson (MASc.’01), CEO, Energy NL.
Don’t miss the chance to learn, engage, and celebrate the amazing impact of engineering in our communities!
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Location: S.J. Carew Building, 4th floor, Room EN 4000, Memorial University
Marine Institute Graduation Ceremonies Jun. 20
For additional details, please visit: MI 2025 Graduation
100th Anniversary of Beaumont Hamel Memorial Park Details TBA
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.
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: TBD Location: Champney's West (on the Bonavista Peninsula near Port Rexton)
Follow Champney's West Aquarium on Facebook.
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
Canada Games
Aug. 8-25 / various locations on the St. John’s campus
For more information, visit Memorial University’s Canada Games webpage.
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.
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.