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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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Après le succès des drop-in en mars dernier, le CCFM vous propose de nouvelles sessions, toujours accompagnées de la céramiste Solange Roy ! Tous les jeudis, de 18h à 20h, la salle d’art vous accueille pour que vous puissiez créer de vos propres mains des tasses, portes-bijoux et autres fantaisies. Tout le matériel est fourni, […]
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. […]
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 […]
On the 1st Friday of each month, Galleries, Artist-Run Centres, Studios, Shops + Museums stay open late at this free event in Winnipeg's Exchange District. A new season. A new First Friday. Come wander, explore, and see where the evening takes you. Follow the link for all the wonderful details and your printable Tour Map. […]
Reprise de la Ligue d’Improvisation du Manitoba (LIM) le 2 octobre prochain ! De 20h à 22h, les équipes de la nouvelle saison seront sélectionnées juste sous vos yeux. Les portes ouvrent dès 19h, un bar est disponible sur place. Entrée gratuite ! - The Ligue d’Improvisation du Manitoba (LIM) is back on October 2! […]
West Kildonan Legion #30, 1748 Main St. Thanksgiving Giant Meat Draw & Bake raffle.5 rounds of 9 meats, including a turkey & a ham. 6th round is 3 turkeys & 3 hams. Huge fall basket to be baffled off, bottle draw & 50/50. Love band to follow. Homemade borscht & Bun $6
Join Winnipeg at Assiniboine Park for the 2026 CIBC Run for the Cure! The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure returns to Winnipeg for its 35th annual event on Sunday, October 4th. The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is Canada’s largest single-day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to the breast cancer […]
Celebrate World Spine Day with the Manitoba Chiropractors Association! This free, family-friendly community event will feature interactive activities, movement demonstrations, health and wellness organizations, and practical ideas to help people of all ages stay active and support their spine health for life. World Spine Day is an international awareness day highlighting the importance of spinal […]
Where Waters Meet Dead of Winter and the Canadian Chamber Choir Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 3PM Desautels Concert Hall Conductors: Julia Davids and Mel Braun A powerful collaboration featuring the Canadian Chamber Choir on their Manitoba tour. This program highlights the works of four acclaimed composers: Carmen Braden (Yellowknife, NWT), Sherryl Sewepagaham (Cree-Dene, Little […]
Celebrate National Taco Day at TacoTime on Tuesday, October 6! Guests can enjoy TacoTime’s signature Taco Tuesday offer of $2.25 tacos while helping more kids get in the game. For every taco sold on National Taco Day, TacoTime will donate $0.10 to the Hockey Canada Foundation’s Assist Fund, which helps Canadian families facing financial barriers […]
A night of great music, exceptional talent and even better Company. 20 exceptional vocalists, 1 night! Join us on Thursday, October 8th, at the Desautels Concert Hall as some of Winnipeg's most talented Musical Theatre artists step up to the mic to support a great cause. LiveDifferent is a Canadian Youth Charity that works nationally […]
The Show Where Stand-Up Comedians And Their Partners Get Therapized... By No One With A License. Hunny, this isn't working, I think it's time we go to Couples Clownselling! *Every show sold out in advance, don't wait to grab tickets for our Winnipeg Debut!* Jerry Springer's got nothing on us! An evening of domestic blunders, […]
GLORY by Tracey Power A hockey play that swings! October 13 - 25, 2026 The true story of the Preston Rivulettes, the most successful women’s hockey team in the history of Canadian sports. Set in the 1930s against the rise of fascism across the ocean and racism within our own borders, Glory is the uplifting […]
Pumpkins After Dark is an award-winning outdoor Halloween experience featuring thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, illuminated displays, immersive walkthroughs, live pumpkin carving demonstrations, seasonal food and beverages, photo opportunities, and family-friendly Halloween entertainment. The event is designed for guests of all ages and operates in multiple cities across Canada and the United States each fall.
Boldly go into a new musical frontier with 60 Years of TREK & Beyond. A live symphonic celebration of six decades of exploration, imagination, and adventure. Hosted by John de Lancie (the unforgettable Q) and featuring brand-new music by composer Nick DiBerardino, this concert goes far beyond a typical TV tribute. October 15th, 2026 | […]
The Beyond Cancer Wellness & Strength Retreat is a weekend created for women who have experienced a cancer diagnosis. Spend time connecting with other women who understand, while enjoying wellness activities, learning, laughter and time to simply focus on yourself. Coming alone? Feeling nervous? That’s completely okay. Many of our past participants felt the same […]
Experience a high-energy concert celebrating two of pop’s most iconic songwriters as the orchestra joins forces with Jeans 'n Classics. Led by Associate Conductor Monica Chen, this dynamic concert brings the music of Elton John and Billy Joel to life in rich, full-orchestra arrangements that add new colour, power, and emotion. October 17th, 2026 | […]
Led by Brazilian guitarist Emmanuel Bach, this trio brings together the sophistication of modern jazz with the rhythmic richness of Brazilian music. Emmanuel, originally from Brazil, is now a key […]
The Manitoba Latin American Alliance Inc. invites the public to experience the color, rhythm, music, and flavors of Latin America this October during the celebration for Latin American Heritage Month 2026. The community will gather to celebrate the richness, folklore, and vibrant energy of Latin American heritage through this cultural event.
Presenter: Dave Obee Description: We've been working on our family history for years, if not decades, and we know that can't go on forever. We don't want all our work to go to waste, so we need to find a way to make it accessible for others. It would be even better if we could […]
A program of lyric beauty and dramatic contrast, led by Hossein Pishkar. Winnipeg-born soprano Andriana Chuchman returns home for Hector Berlioz’s Les Nuits D’été (Summer Nights), six songs tracing a journey from love to memory. Afterward comes Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 4 in C minor, “Tragic,” written when he was just 19. Tickets can be […]
Join us for a hands-on Riparian Restoration Workshop focused on restoring healthy ecosystems and creating habitat for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Led by Applied Ecologist Chris Penner, participants will learn about the importance of riparian areas—the transition zones between land and water—and take part in practical restoration activities to improve the ecological health of […]
Hot off the heels of their 25th anniversary show, ImproVision returns to The Getaway Cafe Saturday, Oct. 24! The "kings of short form improv” (CBC Radio) will perform their unique brand of short form improv based on audience suggestions and incorporating puppets, clothespins, phones and more. It's like Whose Line Is It Anyway had a […]
Join us on Sunday, October 25th from 11:00-3:00pm for our creepy craft and bake sale at the Transcona East End Community Center to find your favourite Halloween crafts and treats from local vendors. Show off your Halloween costumes or come as you are and check out all our local makers and bakers. With everything from […]
The 2026 Scotiabank NHL PreGame, the official fan festival of the 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic will take place Sunday, Oct. 25 from 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. CDT at the University of Manitoba's U Lot in Winnipeg for 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic ticketholders. Before puck drop at Princess Auto Stadium, the […]
"High Tea with Shakespeare", our first concert of the 54th Season, presents a unique collaboration between the Winnipeg Singers and Shakespeare in the Ruins Theatre Company. Choral music and classic theatre come together in our customized program, that is inspired by the timeless poetry of William Shakespeare, featuring works by William Mathias, George Shearing, Laura […]
Join Kelsey Saboraki (Biologist for the Government of Manitoba’s Wildlife Health Program) who will provide a history of Chronic Wasting Disease in Manitoba, what it is, and how it spreads. With the discovery of CWD in Manitoba, this presentation focuses on what the province is doing to reduce the spread of CWD and what the […]
Celebrate the spirit of Winnipeg through music at this free, one-night-only Community Celebration, conducted by Daniel Raiskin. This special concert brings the orchestra together with local choirs, guest artists, and community ensembles from across Manitoba for an evening that showcases the city’s energy, creativity, and heart. Tickets to the Community Celebration are free and will be available later in the season.
Just in time for Halloween, Film Concerts Live! presents the delightfully twisted comedy fantasy The Addams Family, with composer Marc Shaiman’s charming and imaginative orchestral score performed live to picture! October 30th, 2026 | 7:30 PM October 31st, 2026 | 7:30 PM Tickets can be purchased at wso.ca or by calling the box office at […]
Join us for a spooky night of art and fun at the 2nd Annual Ghostly Gala in support of Artbeat Studio Inc.! Step into the shadows and celebrate Halloween with a night of music, creativity, and community! Join Artbeat Studio for our Ghostly Gala—a supernatural Halloween party and fundraiser supporting community arts and mental wellness. […]