Lawnya Vawnya

09/17/2026

CALL CLOSES TOMORROW!!!!

Apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUWQRwFCN4BgpROmuqgWp4lprnTejaqNWW3s0WS9nIkYz3-w/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=118331015855883734837

! CALL FOR COVER BANDS !

The past few of years we’ve been doing a “Bands as Bands” cover show to fundraiser for Lawnya Vawnya, and this year we will ride again on October 23, 2026 at the Ship Pub in St. John’s.

We are now accepting expressions of interest from NL based bands who’d like to play the show!

Bands are asked to learn ~5 songs and will be paid a cash honorarium of $300 + festival passes for LV 2027.

3-4 bands will be selected based on curation for the night.

Show details: October 23, 2026, 19+, The Ship Pub

The show is open to any genre. to apply!

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sept 18, 2026

09/15/2026

QUEST RADIO: Ash Park !

Watch back the livestream now on our site or on YouTube OR listen to just the audio while you drive, work, etc also available on our site… all on https://www.lawnyavawnya.com/quest-radio now!

09/10/2026

YOUR FAV MERCH ITEMS ARE BACK AND AVAILABLE ONLINE!

You can shop them + other older LV merch items through our NOW! Local pickup, delivery, and shipping available :)

Limit amounts available!

Items include: camo hat restock, baby/toddler tees, keychains, banners, & more!

📷 by Rebecca Pardy ꕥ Newfoundland Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer

09/08/2026

Lawnya Vawnya: CALL FOR BOARD MEMBER!

Position: Youth Board Member at Large (25 years & under)

Responsibilities include:

-Attending monthly board meetings and Annual General Meeting where board members help guide and manage the overall strategic direction of the organization.
-Volunteering at festival and other events
-Acting as an ambassador for Lawnya Vawnya

Term length: 2 years
Perks include attending all LV events for free!

Deadline to apply: September 22, 2026

Send your expression of interest and/or CV to [email protected]. No prior board experience is needed. We look forward to hearing from you!

09/04/2026

! CALL FOR COVER BANDS !

The past few of years we’ve been doing a “Bands as Bands” cover show to fundraiser for Lawnya Vawnya, and this year we will ride again on October 23, 2026 at the Ship Pub in St. John’s.

We are now accepting expressions of interest from NL based bands who’d like to play the show!

Bands are asked to learn ~5 songs and will be paid a cash honorarium of $300 + festival passes for LV 2027.

3-4 bands will be selected based on curation for the night.

Show details: October 23, 2026, 19+, The Ship Pub

The show is open to any genre. to apply!

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sept 18, 2026

09/03/2026

QUEST Radio: Ash Park

Adam Harding aka Ash Park is a DJ and promoter based in St. John’s, and 1/2 of the E.C.H.O. collective. His time as a promoter and label-head have helped shape his crates in every direction, with a unique and risk-taker approach to mixing records. 

Ash Park will play live from 1-3pm at LVHQ on Friday, September 11th! Feel free to stop by for casual in-person listening with us, or catch it live-streamed on our site from anywhere / on our QUEST radio page anytime after ⚡️

09/01/2026

LESS THAN TWO WEEKS LEFT TO APPLY FOR LAWNYA VAWNYA 17!!

Lawnya Vawnya is a non-profit music & art festival produced each spring in downtown St. John’s, NL. The 17th instalment of the festival will be held June 9-12th, 2027.

We are now accepting submissions from musicians, artists, and writers.

Submission Deadline: September 13th, 2026
(No extensions!!!! Don’t forget!!!)

While some of our programming is curated, the majority of our artists come from the submission process.

Head over to lawnyavawnya.com or click the  to apply.

See you at LV17!

Image SHUNK by Rebecca Pardy ꕥ Newfoundland Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer at LV16.

08/31/2026

Lawnya Vawnya 17 Programming Committee: Call for Applicants!

Lawnya Vawnya is now accepting expressions of interest in joining the programming committee for LV 17.

Programming committee members are responsible for reviewing festival submissions, discussing venue, scheduling, and professional development ideas for the upcoming festival. Selected applicants will be required to attend 1 meeting.

Please send an expression of interest to [email protected] and include your name, a brief bio, a short paragraph explaining why you would like to help program LV, and one band you would love to see at LV.

Deadline to apply: September 14th, 2026. Selected applicants will receive an honorarium of $200.

08/06/2026

QUEST RADIO: Pretty Privilege !

Watch back the livestream now on our site or on YouTube OR listen to just the audio while you drive, work, etc also available on our site… hit up https://www.lawnyavawnya.com/quest-radio now!

08/04/2026

Lawnya Vawnya is accepting applications for LAWNYA VAWNYA 17!!

Lawnya Vawnya is a non-profit music & art festival produced each spring in downtown St. John’s, NL. The 17th instalment of the festival will be held June 9-12th, 2027.

We are now accepting submissions from musicians, artists, and writers.

Submission Deadline: September 13th, 2026
(No extensions!!!! Don’t forget!!!)

While some of our programming is curated, the majority of our artists come from the submission process.

Head over to lawnyavawnya.com or click the  to apply.

See you at LV17!

Image LICE with crowd by Rebecca Pardy ꕥ Newfoundland Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer at LV16.