Welcome, Delegates

Convention Centres of Canada
Annual Conference 2026

Discover St. John’s with McCarthy’s Party — Newfoundland’s storied day tours, before, during & after your conference.

September 27–29, 2026 St. John’s, Newfoundland 10% OFF · Code CCCAC2026

Save 10% on Every Tour

As our welcome to Convention Centres of Canada delegates, take 10% off any of our public day tours. Just enter your promo code at checkout.

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CCCAC2026

McCarthy’s Party has shared the very best of Newfoundland and Labrador since 1982. While you’re here for the conference, come see why our guides — born-and-bred locals brimming with history, legends and good humour — have made us the island’s most beloved tour company. Choose a tour for the days before your sessions begin, slip away on an afternoon, or stay on after to explore. Free hotel pickup is included.

Our Public Day Tours

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Daily · 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM · 3 Hours

Historic St. John’s & Cape Spear

Become acquainted with the city of St. John’s and its surroundings, including Cape Spear, the most Easterly point in North America. This is among the oldest colonized regions in the new world and your local guide will regale you with its steeped history, legends & lore — all flavoured with their personal anecdotes and good humour for which Newfoundlanders are so famous. Enjoy the brilliant vistas from Cabot Tower and Signal Hill, one of the most recognizable skylines in Canada. Walk through a cliffside World War II gun battery, watch for whales and seabirds and visit the oldest standing lighthouse in the province. Other stops include Quidi Vidi Village, Jelly Bean Row, Government House, the Roman Catholic Basilica and an orientation of the shops and restaurants of the downtown core.

In your conference week: available every day, Sep 24 – Oct 1 (9:30 AM & 2:00 PM).
$75 $67.50 + HST · adult
$45 $40.50 + HST · child
10% off with CCCAC2026
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Mon & Fri · 9:30 AM · 3 Hours

Outports & Lucky Rocks

Cliffs, coves, and beaches! Leave the city behind and head north, following Marine Drive along the rugged coastline of Newfoundland. Visit the Ocean Sciences Center and the finger rocks of Logy Bay. Explore Middle Cove’s pebble beach and dramatic cliffs while looking for lucky rocks. Visit Tapper’s Cove, an active fishing wharf in the town of Torbay. Learn about the folklore, humour, and deep-rooted culture of the Newfoundland people along the way. In season, watch for icebergs, whales, seabirds, and capelin.

In your conference week: Fri Sep 25 or Mon Sep 28.
$75 $67.50 + HST · adult
$45 $40.50 + HST · child
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Thu & Sun · 9:30 AM · Lunch Included

Excursion Around the Bay

Let’s visit the many pretty outport communities that sprinkle the shores of Conception Bay; a region teeming with amazing stories about ancient pirates, WW2 submarine attacks, the dawn of transatlantic aviation, arctic exploration, and North America’s first European colony. This is a true Newfoundland experience that everyone who comes from away will embrace. Great times, great people, and great food await. A homemade 3-course meal is included.

In your conference week: Thu Sep 24, Sun Sep 27, or Thu Oct 1.
$145 $130.50 + HST · adult
$105 $94.50 + HST · child
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Wed & Sat · 9:30 AM · Lunch & Entertainment

The Irish Loop to Ferryland

Take a run ‘Up’ the Southern Shore as we wind along the pretty coastal roadways that connect the outport fishing communities along Newfoundland’s Irish Loop. This is a beautiful drive along the coast with architecture and development that reflects an era of opulence thought unimaginable for this period in North American history. We’ll meet fascinating characters, visit small fishing communities, and absorb the magnitude of luxury items discovered at the Colony of Avalon archeological site. A traditional pan-fried cod meal and entertainment are included.

In your conference week: Sat Sep 26 or Wed Sep 30.
$155 $139.50 + HST · adult
$105 $94.50 + HST · child
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Plan Your Days

Here’s what departs each day across your conference week — great for the days before your sessions begin, after they wrap, and throughout the conference for anyone travelling with you.

Before the Conference

Thursday · Sep 24
● Around the Bay — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Friday · Sep 25
● Outports & Lucky Rocks — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Saturday · Sep 26
● Irish Loop to Ferryland — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM

During the Conference (Sep 27–29)

Sessions will keep you busy — so these departures are made for the partners, family and friends travelling with you. A wonderful way for them to experience St. John’s while the conference is on.

Sunday · Sep 27
● Around the Bay — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Monday · Sep 28
● Outports & Lucky Rocks — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Tuesday · Sep 29
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
A lovely day out for guests joining you on the trip.

After the Conference

Wednesday · Sep 30
● Irish Loop to Ferryland — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Thursday · Oct 1
● Around the Bay — 9:30 AM
● St. John’s & Cape Spear — 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM

All departures subject to availability · minimum 4 guests on Outports, Around the Bay & Irish Loop · free pickup from St. John’s hotels & B&Bs.

Don’t Forget Your Discount

Enter this code at checkout for 10% off any tour:

CCCAC2026
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Questions, or planning for a group? We’re happy to help.

1.888.660.6060  ·  nfldinfo@mccarthysparty.com

McCarthy’s Party · Sharing the best of Newfoundland & Labrador since 1982