News, Sports August 5th, 2026For more than two centuries, the Royal St. John’s Regatta has been part of the fabric of life in this province. And today, that remarkable history continues with the 208th running of the Royal St. John’s Regatta. The sound of the oars hitting the water on Quidi Vidi Lake. The Royal St. John’s Regatta traces its roots back to 1818, making it one of the oldest organized sporting events in North America. The 208th Royal St. John’s Regatta will bring dozens of crews and thousands of spectators to Quidi Vidi Lake.