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Nouvelle exposition au Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain du 27 août au 20 novembre : Tout à la fois artiste et muse, sujet et objet, Morgane Clément-Gagnon se sert de sa caméra pour interroger la condition des femmes contemporaines et la façon dont elles choisissent de se représenter et de soutenir leur regard à l'ère des médias […]
Rosé Disco is an all-day celebration of iconic wines, chef pop-ups, and world-class DJ sets, all set in a pink-and-white paradise at Red River Exhibition Park in Winnipeg. Guests can […]
Rosé Disco, the all-day rosé and dance celebration, is making its bright Winnipeg debut this summer, shining pink and white across Red River Exhibition Park on August 30th from 2pm-8pm. […]
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and KidSport Manitoba are excited to announce a co-ed youth football camp, hosted by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ own Nic Demski. Open to kids ages 7-9 […]
The Winnipeg Male Chorus is inviting men who love to sing to join its ranks as the choir launches its 2026/2027 season this September. For more than 60 years, the […]
Find what you crave! Experience the inaugural season of Crave Nite, a reimagined late-night festival designed to satisfy your hunger for culture, craft, and connection. This is a curated summer destination where food, experience, local artistry, and great Manitoba vibes meet. We are transforming The Forks CN Stage & Field into a full-sensory experience. From […]
ART TALK/ART WALK is a series of informal, moderated, 45-minute talks with artists followed by a guided Art Walk to a selection of galleries, artist-run centres and artist studios open […]
Southwood Circle Cross is a Manitoba Cycling Association sanctioned cyclocross bike racing event bringing together riders of all ages and abilities for a day of racing, competition, and community. Whether this is your first cyclocross race or you are competing for season points, we look forward to welcoming riders to one of Winnipeg's unique cyclocross […]
MRG LIVE Presents: James Roque The Kiwi-Pinoy Comedy Boy is back—hitting the road for his first-ever world tour with a brand new show, Mano Po. A ‘mano po’ is a […]
Join the Mex Y Can Association of Manitoba for Noche Mexicana, a vibrant celebration of Mexican Independence Day! Enjoy an evening filled with Mexican culture, music, food and celebration, featuring an international live performance by Ottmar de la Rosa and live music by Son D’Arranke. The night will also include the traditional “El Grito” ceremony, […]
Opening Reception: September 20, 1-4pm; artist talk 2pm. Meet the Artist: October 17, 1-4pm. Regular hours: Mon-Wed, 10am to 4pm; Thurs 10-7pm. An inner voice emerged as Exploration of Contentment unfolded. Intuitive abstraction came to life. Paintings developed personalities through colour, line, and mark-making. Light and dark tones appeared like shifting emotions, similar to the […]
For EEGS Members Only Joe Gayetsky will be presenting, via Zoom, on Before the Boat - Exploring the practicalities of tickets, train travel, ports and the shipping industry at the […]
Calling all foodies + photographers! Join Don’s Photo and local foodie and content creator Madi Westdal (@y2kprairieprincess) for a free photo walk through Winnipeg’s Exchange District on Wednesday, September 16th. […]
Culture Days Manitoba (CDM) is for everyone, all ages, all skill levels. It’s a chance to try something new and explore visual arts, heritage, Indigenous arts and traditions, cross‑cultural activities, tours, street festivals, hands-on art projects, interactive installations, storytelling, performance art, and more. We’re excited to bring back Student Day at WAG‑Qaumajuq on September 18, […]
AC/DC fans, get ready to PWR/UP in Winnipeg. The official AC/DC PWR/UP Pop Up is coming to Pyramid Cabaret for a free fan meet-up celebrating AC/DC’s PWR/UP Tour. Meet fellow fans, explore legendary AC/DC tour props and displays, take photos, and shop exclusive pop-up merchandise, collectibles and limited items you won’t find at the stadium. […]
Queers on the Quad: Celebrate, Connect, & Shop! Join us for Queers on the Quad, a vibrant celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies at the University of Manitoba! This inclusive afternoon event is dedicated to creating a welcoming space that highlights the creativity and diversity of our campus while providing a supportive and engaging […]
Experience a magical evening of storytelling and cinema at Under the Stars: Movie in the Park! Held as part of Culture Days, this event brings the community together around the campfire to enjoy local storytellers sharing captivating tales and personal stories in a “Human Library” style. Guests can also try their hand at cooking traditional […]
Get ready for a once-in-a-century celebration on the water—because this year’s Red River Paddle Challenge is an event you absolutely won’t want to miss. This year we are marking a monumental milestone: the 100-year anniversary of the legendary Les Voyageurs Canoe Race. In 1926 Winnipeg Canoe Club Commodore Fred G. Thompson started a 100 km […]
Grantown Days 2026 returns to St. François Xavier on September 19-20 for a weekend celebrating the history, culture, and community spirit of Grantown and the Red River Métis. Enjoy live entertainment, a community market featuring local vendors and artisans, cultural demonstrations, historical exhibits, family-friendly activities, food vendors, beer gardens, raffles, and the all-new Grantown Games […]
motionball's Marathon of Sport Winnipeg is back on September 19th at the Dakota Community Centre! Everyone is welcome to sign up and join us on the field for the 2026 motionball Marathon of Sport Winnipeg—a full day of inclusive sports where participants of all abilities come together to compete, connect, and raise funds for an […]
Before Winnipeg's murals appeared on tourism brochures, graffiti writers were painting train bridges, river walls, underpasses, and abandoned spaces across the city. Long before social media, young artists built reputations through skill, risk, and creativity—drawing inspiration from hip hop, punk rock, skateboarding, BMX culture, and underground music scenes. Join Winnipeg graffiti pioneer Pat Lazo for […]
Save the date and join us at the We Are All Treaty People celebration on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 1-4 p.m. at the Forks National Historic Site in Winnipeg. Hear from speakers Niigaan Sinclair and Allen Sutherland and enjoy performances by Don Amero, Anne Marie Williott, Ryan Richard and Hinode Taiko! There will be free […]
Quintin Bart presents The Oroboro Vignettes—an original collection of neo-Baroque works for hurdy gurdy chamber ensemble. Rich with expressive, dreamlike textures, the music unfolds through lush harmonies and melodies inspired by Slavic folk song and old-world fiddle traditions. Premiering amid the enchanting riverbank setting of the St. Norbert Arts Centre, the seven-piece ensemble brings together […]
Quintin Bart presents The Oroboro Vignettes—an original collection of neo-Baroque works for hurdy gurdy chamber ensemble. Rich with expressive, dreamlike textures, the music unfolds through lush harmonies and melodies inspired by Slavic folk song and old-world fiddle traditions. Premiering amid the enchanting riverbank setting of the St. Norbert Arts Centre, the seven-piece ensemble brings together […]
Visit St. Vital Centre from September 25 – 26 to shop for great books of all genres and support sick and injured kids in your community at the Children’s Hospital Book Market! All funds raised stay in Manitoba to help kids who need HSC Children’s Hospital. Please make all book donations to any Dufresne store […]
**LAUGH, SUPPORT & MAKE A DIFFERENCE!** ⚽💚 Join us for an unforgettable night at **Rumors Comedy Club** — all while supporting the **U17 FCNW Boys Team**! 📅 **September 25** 🕖 **7:15 PM** 🎟️ **Tickets: $20** 🎭 Enjoy a great night of comedy, laughs and fun with an even better cause behind it! 💰 **50/50 DRAW […]
The WSO season opens with Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, featuring its iconic “dun dun dun duuuuun” motif, paired with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, both known for powerful openings and emotional arcs. The program also includes Kelly-Marie Murphy’s Dark Nights, Bright Stars, Vast Universe, a Canadian work inspired by the night sky. […]
This workshop is a hands-on introduction to gilding – the application of real gold leaf to paper. Nothing compares to the shimmer of real gold. Whether it is used for tiny, brilliant accents, decorative flourishes, or traditional illuminated letters, it will enhance your projects in a way nothing else can. In this workshop, you will […]
Experience a one-hour boat cruise featuring a 45-minute solo cello performance by Gabriel Barbosa. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Gabriel has performed with the Ribeirão Preto Symphony, Piracicaba Symphony Orchestra, and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, and has appeared at major international music festivals in Brazil and Italy. Now pursuing a Master's degree in Cello Performance at […]
14th Annual Fort Garry Rotary Half Marathon & 5K Fun Run Sunday, September 27, 2026 | St. Vital Park, Winnipeg Join us for the Fort Garry Rotary Half Marathon & 5K Fun Run — a community road race for runners of all levels at beautiful St. Vital Park. Whether you're tackling your first 5K or […]
Save the date! The 37th annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic is happening Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 9 am to 4 pm! Grab your favourite stuffie and join Dr. Goodbear at Assiniboine Park for an exciting day of family fun! Teddy Bears’ Picnic is a Winnipeg tradition started by a group of dedicated volunteers more than […]
LONG DESCRIPTION – use when there is lots of room (1101 characters) Join us for the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope – Winnipeg on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Kildonan Park’s North Picnic Shelters. This family-friendly morning brings our community together to support everyone affected by ovarian cancer while raising vital funds for research, […]
Join us on September 30 in Selkirk Park (Picnic Shelter 3) alongside our partners at the Selkirk Friendship Centre for a commemorative ceremony in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We commemorate the history and long-lasting legacy of the residential school system, and we honour the lives of the children who never returned […]
The Manitoba Latin American Alliance Inc. invites the public to experience the flavors of Latin America this October during the celebrations for Latin American Heritage Month 2026. This inaugural culinary tour highlights the diversity and authenticity of local Latin American cuisine. Participating Latin American restaurants across Winnipeg will offer special representative dishes priced affordably between […]
Canadian Blood Services will host a mobile blood donation event in Winnipeg on Thursday, October 1, 2026, with more than 100 appointment spots available for community members who are eligible to donate. The blood drive is open to everyone in the community who is eligible to donate. Organizers are encouraging Winnipeg residents to book an […]
Film Concerts Live! is proud to present Skyfall in Concert, the second installment in the James Bond Concert Series, produced in association with EON Productions and Metro Goldwyn Mayer Studios (MGM). Daniel Craig returns as the legendary secret agent in the franchise’s most successful film to date. October 2nd, 2026 | 7:30 PM October 3rd, […]
By Yvette Nolan Geordie Theatre (Montréal) Awakening in a hospital and discovering newfound abilities to speak and move, Jordan begins a new adventure guided by his spirit bear companion, Maskwa. Inspired by Jordan River Anderson, Jordan brings focus to Jordan’s Principle, established to ensure equal access to government services for First Nations children. A story […]
Urban Shaman is excited to announce our brand new gallery space at Market Lands with Vincent Wolfgang’s exhibition SO BELOW – a celebration of queer joy. SO BELOW looks towards our bodies, sexuality, and pleasure as a source of power in the face of the increasing struggles our communities experience. Rooted in Winnipeg’s queer and […]