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To Mar 21 : Bold displays of light are set to illuminate the historic Exchange District during winter ’ s darkest months at Lights on the Exchange . This interactive winter arts festival brightens the neighbourhood with glimmers and flickers on brick and terracotta buildings , storefronts , rooftops and alleyways , creating an outdoor , walkable gallery in many forms . This third annual initiative is sparked by a diverse collection of Canadian artists . Exchange District , 204-942-6716
Feb 1-7 : Participating eateries come up with their craftiest creations during La Poutine Week , a competition embracing Canda ’ s love for fries , cheese curds and gravy . Visit lapoutineweek . com for participants .
Feb 7 – 23 : Ciao ! Dine About Winnipeg ( pictured bottom right ) returns for another year of prix fixe meals from some of the city ’ s top restaurants . The anticipated annual dining festival provides a culinary tour of the city with three course menus set at $ 29 , $ 39 , $ 49 . Preview the specials on page 19 and visit ciaowinnipeg . com for the full line-up of options available at every spot along with a few limited time behind the scenes tours rounding out the mix . Dining rooms book up quickly so make reservations early for prime times to avoid disappointment . Of course , as a ciao ! hound you already know , calling ahead gives restaurants the opportunity to be fully prepared and is the best way to maximize your experience .
Feb 14 – 23 : History meets culture , fun and feasting at the 56th annual Festival du Voyageur ( pictured above ). Sample Francophone treats like maple taffy , tourtiere and sugar pie , see snow sculptures designed by teams from around the world and warm up in heated tents while local musicians play live . Kids ’ activities and late night concerts please everyone . During Festival ’ s pea soup competition ( date not available at press time ) chefs across the city are challenged to create a winning recipe of the Canadian staple . Sample each unique entry and vote for your favourite to see which soup comes out on top . Event runs from 12:30 to 2:30 pm . Visit Hheho . ca for more information . Whittier Park , 836 St Joseph Street , Tickets : $ 30- $ 40 Adults , $ 5- $ 10 Youth , $ 15- $ 25 Teen / Senior
Feb 15 & 16 : Health , beauty , wellness and fitness are the focus at the annual Winnipeg Wellness Expo now in its 31st year . Check out the sessions led by wellness professionals and practitioners motivating people to be proactive in their personal well being . Learn abou new products and services , try samples and therapies . Tickets ,
$ 12 . Children under 14 are free . RBC Convention Centre , 3rd floor , 375 York Ave , wellnessexpo . com – Winnipeg Wellness Expo
Feb 28-Mar 1 : Enjoy tasting whisky and other fine spirits , a gourmet buffet dinner crafted to complement beverage flavours and a lesson in mixology at Winnipeg Whisky Festival presented by MB Liquor Mart . This annual fundraiser supports The Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame . Tickets : $ 233- $ 328 , The RBC Convention Centre . Visit winnipegwhiskyfestival . com for tickets .
Mar 17-23 : Help raise funding and awareness for school meal programs across the city simply by enjoying a hot bowl of soup made with love by top restaurants in the city . Mounted by the Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba , Stone Soup Week contributes to the limited resources that are directed to supporting school staff and volunteers providing nutritious meals and snacks for students in need throughout their day . Funds raised help increase the quantity , quality and variety of foods that can be offered , turning your spoonful into a meaningful choice . Visit childnutritioncouncil . com for a map showing soup locations .
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