Clarenville's 75th Anniversary Events
Upcoming 75th Anniversary Events
Throughout 2026, look forward to a variety of special events, community celebrations, historical
tributes, and family-friendly activities designed to reflect the people and stories that have shaped Clarenville over the past seven-and-a-half decades.
Our 75th Anniversary celebrations will be woven into events throughout the year including the annual Clarenville Days in July as well as stand alone special celebrations.
Special events include the return of dory races, concerts, historical walking tours, an anniversary dinner, and more. Check here and our Facebook page for updates.
Canada Day
- July 1
- Elizabeth Swan Park and other locations
- Events include Memorial Service at the War Memorial, bike and wagon decorating contest, guided hike of Rotary Trail, scavenger hunt, beach volleyball tournament, free concert by Trigger Finger and Quick Draw, and more!
See the full list of events and locations on the Town of Clarenville Facebook page or by clicking on the image of the poster.
Arts Under the Stars - Ches and Frank
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Thursday, July 2
7 p.m. - Elizabeth Swan Park
- Free summer concert series
All shows are 7 p.m. and as always FREE for all to attend. First up is an evening of Country Classics featuring Ches and Frank and the band.
Follow Arts Under the Stars on Facebook: facebook.com/artsunderthestarsclarenville
Interactive Storytime with Lil D
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Friday, July 10
11 a.m. - Community Gardens (across the road from the centre)
- Register by July 3rd!
Clarenville Days
- July 11th - 19th
- Various Locations
Full Details & Schedule Coming Soon.
On the Rocks Music Festival
- Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
- 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
- Elizabeth Swan Park, Tilley's Road
As part of Clarenville’s 75th Anniversary celebrations, in partnership with Clarenville Honda, we’re excited to officially announce the lineup for the 2026 ON THE ROCKS MUSIC FESTIVAL!
📅 Tuesday, July 14, 2026
📍 Elizabeth Swan Park Ballfield
🕢 7:30 PM – 12:30 AM
🔞 19+ Event
Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring:
- The Ultimate 90s Country Show presented by NL Promotions
- The Practically Hip
- Shanneyganock with Special Guest Bud Davidge
Three incredible acts. One amazing night. The biggest On The Rocks Music Festival yet!
🍔 Food Vendors & 🎯Lawn Games On-Site
🎟️ EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE STARTING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10 at 10 AM!
Save $10 before June 30!
Early Bird Pricing:
Seniors – $35.00 (55+)
Adults – $45.00
(All prices include HST and box office surcharges. Online purchases are subject to an additional $2.50 surcharge per ticket.)
🎫 Purchase tickets:
1️⃣ Online at https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/EastLinkEventsCentre/3400
2️⃣In person at the Clarenville Events Centre Box Office
3️⃣ Call 709-466-4105 ext. 222 to charge by credit card
Join us as we celebrate 75 years of community, memories, and music in Clarenville!
Historic Dory Races Return - Registration Now Open!
- Saturday, July 18th
- Clarenville Marina
- Registration Deadline Friday, July 10th, 2026
- Men’s
- Women’s
- Co-Ed
- Youth (15-19 years)
- 2 Rowers
- 1 Coxswain (Steerer; Directs the boat)
- breardon@clarenville.ca
- 709-466-4105 ext. 225
Arts Under the Stars - Noah Hamilton
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Thursday, July 23
7 p.m. - Elizabeth Swan Park, Tilley's Road
- Free concert
On July 23, we’ll be featuring Noah Hamilton, a brilliant young musician from Corner Brook. Noah is a fantastic keyboardist, singer and go to musician who has been entertaining west coast audiences for some time. Bring your family, friends and lawn chairs for another great evening at Elizabeth Swan Park!
75th Anniversary Dinner
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Wednesday, August 26th
5-6:30 p.m. - Meet and greet with cash bar
6:30 p.m. - Hot turkey dinner with all the fixings
8-11 p.m. - Guest speaker Ross Wiseman; Musical entertainment - Justin Martin Band - Clarenville Events Centre, 15 Blackmore Ave.
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Tickets are $20 each (surcharge applies to online sales)
Only 500 tickets available; on sale until July 31st
Join us as we celebrate 75 years of community, memories, and milestones at the Clarenville 75th Anniversary Dinner! Come together with friends, family, and fellow residents for an evening of celebration as we honour Clarenville’s rich history and bright future.
The event will include guest speaker Ross Wiseman, former provincial cabinet minister and speaker of the House of Assembly; a historical video marking the town’s milestones; and musical entertainment and dance with the Justin Martin Band.
Tickets are on sale now through the Clarenville Events Centre box office. Purchase in person, charge by phone by calling 709-466-4105 ext. 222 or buy online at www.clarenvilleeventscentre.ca (a surcharge will apply to online ticket purchases).
Anniversary Concert Series - Part 2
- Wednesday, September 16th
- Clarenville Events Centre Theatre, 15 Blackmore Ave.
Quick Draw and special guests perform pop, rock and country music from 1975 to 2000 with highlights of what happened in Clarenville in that era.
Anniversary Concert Series - Part 3
- Wednesday, November 18th
- Clarenville Events Centre Theatre, 15 Blackmore Ave.
Quick Draw and special guests perform music from the year 2000 until now with highlights of what happened in Clarenville in that era.