Uploaded July 2018 | Updated September 2026, 32 minutes ago
The Royal St. John's Regatta is the oldest continuing sporting event in North America. Each and every year, over 50,000 people gather at the shores of Quidi Vidi Lake to take in the races – along with some delectable treats and games of chance. It’s also the world’s only floating civic holiday, as the races (along with the holiday itself) are weather dependent.
The Royal St. John's Regatta is the oldest continuing sporting event in North America. Each and every year, over 50,000 people gather at the shores of Quidi Vidi Lake to take in the races – along with some delectable treats and games of chance. It’s also the world’s only floating civic holiday, as the races (along with the holiday itself) are weather dependent.
