Winter Carnival 2022

Town of Lewisporte Winter Carnival

March 14th, 2022 – March 20th ,2022

All outdoor events are dependent on the weather; stay tuned to the Lewisporte Facebook page for information on postponements, cancellations, and updates on events. For more information contact the Town Office at (709) 535-2737 and ask for Gary.

Click Here for a PDF of our Winter Carnival Pamphlet


Monday March 14th:

 

Winter Wonderland Photo Contest – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte

Calling all photographers, get out your cameras, cell phones, or DSLR’s because we want to see what you can do! The Town of Lewisporte will be holding a Winter Photo Contest, prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Snap a picture of any Lewisporte landmark and email your submission to specialevents@lewisporte.ca
*All submissions will become property of the Town of Lewisporte and may be featured in publications and on the Town Website*
Winners Will Be Announced on our Town Sign and Facebook Page

Sit’n be Fit (session 1) – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte | Instructor Susan Tetford

Start your day off right with session one of our Sit’N Be Fit Class. A gentle 30-minute chair exercise class where we review and put in motion each joint of your body. Exercises that include warm-up, stretching, and coordination techniques. A great way to start the day with a lighter body and mind.
Session will start at 10am at the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Free General Skating – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte

Lace up your skates and join us at the Lewisporte Stadium as we offer free general skating. Taking place from 3:50pm – 4:40pm, doors will open at 3:30pm.
CSA helmets are mandatory on ice surface.

Snow Sculpting Contest – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte

Do you wanna build a snow….Moose? Dinosaur? Castle? Rocket? The sky is the limit in Lewisporte’s snow sculpting competition.
Contest will be open until April 1st, 2022.
To enter submit a picture of your snow sculpture, along with your name on our Facebook Page (Town of Lewisporte), or email specialevents@lewisporte.ca
Winners will be announced on our Town Sign and Facebook Page April 4th, 2022.

Tuesday, March 15th 2022

 

Seniors in Motion – Hosted by Pleasentview Manor

Get your bodies moving and your feet grooving during an afternoon of music, exercise, prizes, and physical wellness. Taking place at 2:00pm this event is open to residents of Pleasant View Manor only.

Beginners Fitness (Session 1) – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Instructor: Susan Tetford

Whether you’re just starting out―or starting again come out and join us for our free beginner’s fitness session, class will focus on improving strength, mobility, and flexibility through mindful movements.
Session will start at 3:30pm in the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Winter Carnival Seniors Bowling – Hosted by Winter Games Lanes

Are you between the ages of 50 and 115? Come roll with us, as Winter Games Lanes offers free seniors bowling (Maximum 6 players per team). Taking place from 1:00pm – 3:00pm | Book your lane in advance by calling (709) 535-6050.

Family Skating Party – Hosted by the Salvation Army

Join the Salvation Army for free family skating at the Lewisporte Stadium. Taking place from 4:00pm – 4:50pm, doors will open at 3:40pm. CSA helmets are mandatory on the ice surface | Refreshments will be provided

Family Sliding – Hosted by Philadelphia Pentecostal Tabernacle

Join the Pentecostal Tabernacle for an evening of sliding fun. If conditions permit, bring your toboggans, and head to the new sliding hill next to the Ski trail. There will be refreshments provided from 6:30pm – 7:30pm.

Guided Snowshoeing Under the Stars – Hosted by O2 Athletics Club

Love snowshoeing? Then you are in luck! Dress warm, grab a head lamp and come enjoy the crisp winter air as the O2 Athletics Club will be hosting a guided snowshoe under the stars. Participants can choose a distance of 1km or 2.5km’s. Please bring your own snowshoes if you have them as there are only a few pairs available to borrow. The Guided Snowshoe will start at 7:00pm

General Fitness – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Instructor: Susan Tetford

Come get your sweat on at our general fitness class! Starting at 7:00pm, this class will focus on balance, strength, cardio and stretching. Adaptable for all levels and physical abilities. Session will start at 7:00pm in the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Wednesday, March 16th 2022

 

Sit’n be Fit (session 2) – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte | Instructor Susan Tetford

Start your day off right with session two of our Sit’n be fit class. A gentle 30-minute chair exercise class where we review and put in motion each joint of your body. Exercises include warm-up, stretching, and coordination techniques. A great way to start the day with a lighter body and mind.
Session will start at 10am at the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Free Teen Skating – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Time: 4:20pm – 5:10pm

Lace up your skates and join us at the Lewisporte Stadium as we offer Free Teen skating for ages 13-18. Taking place from 4:20pm – 5:10pm, doors will open at 3:30pm. CSA helmets are mandatory on ice surface.

Snowflake Ball – Hosted by New Fun Land | Cost: $10 per person

Mark the calendar and grab your dancing shoes as New Fun Land is hosting the annual Snowflake Ball. Taking place at the Kinsmen Club in Lewisporte come and enjoy an enchanted evening and dance the night away with all your friends! Please bring inside shoes | Water and snacks will be provided | All proceeds will go toward non-profit preschools in Africa | Children must be signed in by an adult |
Grades K-3: 5:30pm – 6:30pm | Grades 4-6: 7:00pm -8:30pm

Trivia Night at the Pub – Hosted by Legends Trivia Guys at the Pub | 19+ Event

Gather your six smartest friends (it’s okay if you don’t have six) and register for a fun night of trivia, drinks, and prizes at the Lewisporte Pub. Starting at 8:30pm, trivia will be hosted by Legends Trivia Guys. To register please contact Jason Freake via Facebook or call (709) 424-4336.

Thursday, March 17th 2022

 

Free Seniors Skate – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Time: 10:40pm – 11:30pm

Grab your skates and come out for a spin as the Town of Lewisporte host a Free Seniors Skate from 10:40am – 11:30am! CSA helmets are mandatory

Parents and Tot’s Free Family Skate – Hosted by The Family Resource Center | Time: 1:40pm – 2:30pm

Join the Lewisporte Family Resource Center for some skating fun as they host a Free Parents and Tot’s Family Skate. This event will take place from 1:40pm -2:30pm. Refreshments will be provided. CSA helmets are mandatory

Beginners Fitness (Session 2) – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Instructor: Susan Tetford

Whether you’re just starting out―or starting again, come out and join us for our free beginner’s fitness session, class will focus on improving strength, mobility, and flexibility through mindful movements.
Session will start at 3:30pm in the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Sliding Competition – Hosted by The O2 Athletics Club |Starting time 4:30pm

Hey kids! Get together with a friend and grab your sled of choice to see who can slide the furthest. One can push and the other can steer but remember there must be two on your slide. To register email: lewisporteski@gmail.com by March 13th. Please include the name and ages of your team. Must be 5-12 years of age and must be a team of two. *Weather Permitting*

St. Paddy’s Day Karaoke Night – Hosted by The Bluefin | 19+ Event

It’s time to warm up your vocal cords as the bluefin is hosting a night of Karaoke Fun! The party kicks off at 10:30pm, come celebrate St Patrick’s Day with drink specials throughout the night, it is sure to be a good time!

Friday, March 18th 2022

 

Winter Carnival Family Bowling – Hosted Winter Games Lanes | 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Grab your family & register for free family bowling (Maximum of 6 players). Taking place from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Book your lane in advance call (709) 535-6050.

Fun and Fitness – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Instructor: Susan Tetford

Join us for a fun and high energy fitness class! Starting at 7:00pm, this class will focus on balance, strength, cardio and stretching. Adaptable for all levels and physical abilities. Starting at 7:00pm in the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Winter Carnival Movie Night – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Time: 7:00pm

Join us as we blow up the big screen, pop the popcorn and watch Ghostbusters Afterlife at the Lewisporte Collegiate Gymnasium starting at 7:00pm. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chair. There will be a canteen service with popcorn, drinks, and bars. Admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for youth (13-18), children under 12 will get in free when accompanied by an adult.  No outside food or drink permitted.

Dennis Antle Live at the Bluefin – Hosted by The Blue Fin | No Cover | 11:00pm

Head on down to the bluefin for a night of great drinks and live music featuring David Antle. This is a 19+ event starting at 11:00pm.


Saturday, March 19th 2022

 

Fun and Fitness – Hosted by The Town of Lewisporte | Instructor: Susan Tetford

Join us for a fun and high energy fitness class! Starting at 10:00am, this class will focus on balance, strength, cardio and stretching. Adaptable for all levels and physical abilities. Starting at 10:00am in the Lewisporte Stadium Hospitality Room

Winter Carnival Hold ‘Em Tournament – Hosted by The Kinsmen Club of Notre Dame

Get ready to hold ‘em or fold ‘em in order to win the grand prize, as the Kinsmen Club of Notre Dame host their Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament. Cost: $20 buy in & $20 rebuy in. Taking place at 12:30pm, prizes include $300 for first, $150 for second, $50 for third, and 4-6 Dozen Molson’s for Forth place.

Fishing Derby – Hosted by The Rod & Gun Club | Sponsored by Blue Ridge and all-star Recreation

Come spend an afternoon on Woolfrey’s Pond as the Rod and Gun Club host their annual catch and release Ice Fishing Derby. There will be lots of prizes, refreshments and more. Please bring your own rod, bait, and auger. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Winter Carnival Crib Tournament – Hosted by The Pub | 19+

Head on down to The Pub and let the games begin, as The Pub is hosting a good ol’ fashioned Crib Tournament. Starting at 12:00pm | Cost $5 per player

Under 18 and Under 13 Double Invitational Tournament – Hosted by The Lewisporte and area Minor Hockey Association

Come out and join us for a weekend of hockey as the LAMHA host the U18 Roy Curlew Memorial Tournament as well as the U13 Brittany Inns Invitational. There will be a 50/50 draw, stadium fries, and a prize table. Taking place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Check out the LAMHA’s Facebook page for exact times.

Free Superhero and Princess Skate – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte

Pull out your favorite superhero or princess costume and join us for an hour of free skating at the Lewisporte Stadium. There will be music, prizes, and healthy snacks. Taking place at 5:40pm – 6:30pm, doors will open at 5:20pm.
CSA helmets are mandatory.

An evening of Family Fun – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte and MHA Derek Bennett 

Join us for an evening of outdoor family fun. If conditions permit, bring your toboggans, skis, snowshoes, and roasting sticks, and join us near the ski trail where we will have free skiing and snowshoeing, nighttime sliding, a bonfire, fireworks, snacks and more. *Weather Permitting* Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm | Children must be accompanied by an adult

Pizza Bowling – Hosted by winter Games Lanes

Nothing is better after a game of bowling then pizza and pop. Join us for our annual pizza bowling party by calling (709) 535-6050 to book your lane today!
Cost: $35 per lane (Maximum of 6 players per lane)
Includes: 1 hour of bowling, shoe rentals, 12’ pizza and a 2L pop.

Seahawks Fundraiser Dance – Hosted by the Senior Seahawks | Location: The Bluefin

Covid restrictions are lifted, and we are allowed back on the dance floor. Dust off your dance moves and join us at the Bluefin as the Senior Seahawks host this Winter Carnival fundraiser Dance. Starting at 10:00pm
$10 admission | Please contact Matthew Kinden for tickets.

Sunday, March 20th 2022

 

Church Services – Various Denominations – Times vary


Free General Skating – Hosted by the Town of Lewisporte | Time: 6:20pm – 7:10pm

Call your friends and head to the Lewisporte Stadium as we will be offering free general skating. Taking place from 6:20pm – 7:10pm, doors will open at 6:00pm. CSA helmets are mandatory on ice surface.