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JUNE
To Jul 7 – A Midsummer Night ’ s Dream and Iago Speaks at Shakespeare in the Ruins See a magical Shakespeare rom com and a new Canadian play inspired by Othello ’ s villain performed amid ruins of a Trappist Monastery Heritage Park . 204-891-9160 , shakespeareintheruins . com
Jun 27-Jul 14 – MaBuhay at Rainbow Stage Don ’ t miss the world premiere of MaBuhay , a Rainbow Stage developed production depicting a Filipino reality TV music competition under the dome . 204- 989-0888 , rainbowstage . ca
JULY
To Aug 26 - Caravan at the Cube Every second Monday at 7pm the Cube welcomes song , dance , comedy , magic , and more for an open mic showcase . purpleroom . ca
To Aug 27 Downtown Sounds Concert Series Pop-up free noon concerts on Tuesdays at various downtown venues star great local talent all summer long . 204-958-4640 , downtownwinnipegbiz . com
Jul 5 , Aug 2 – First Fridays in the Exchange Exchange District shops , restaurants and galleries keep their doors open late . firstfridayswinnipeg . org
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Jul 6-7 – The Summer of Locals Outdoor Market Local vendors set up shop for an outdoor / indoor market showcasing Manitoba made fancy foods , jewellery and more at Outlet Collection . 204-202-3184 , thelocalscollective . ca
Jul 11-14 – Winnipeg Folk Festival Discover local and big-name talent like Lucinda Williams , Cowboy Junkies and Noah Cyrus at this mega-hit music fest at Bird ’ s Hill Park . 204-231-0096 , winnipegfolkfestival . ca
Jul 17-28 – Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival Annual alternative theatre festival takes over Winnipeg ’ s arts district for the multi-venue showcase of independent art . 204-943-7464 , winnipegfringe . com
Jul 19-20 – Super Spike Canada ’ s largest outdoor volleyball tournament with live music , food trucks and beer . Maple Grove Rugby Park . 204-925- 5785 , superspike . ca
Fringe Theatre Festival
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Jul 19-21 – Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition Manitoba ’ s only pro rodeo showcasing bucking broncos , live music and Midway fun . 204-746- 2552 , manitobastampede . ca
Jul 19 , Aug 23 – Alleyways Market Exchange District alleyways transform into outdoor evening market strips bustling with local vendors . 204-942-6716 , exchangedistrict . org
Jul 24-26 – Ballet in the Park Talents from the Company , professional and recreational divisions merge to deliver performances in the open air of Assiniboine Park . rwb . org
Jul 24-28 – Gimli Film Festival Cinephiles and flick enthusiasts will delight in more than100 movies , docs and shorts illuminating the night sky over the backdrop of Lake Winnipeg . 204- 642-7790 , gimlifilm . com
Jul 21 , Aug 25 – Manitoba Night Market and Festival The outdoor evening market hosts local vendors , entertainment and a beer garden . Assiniboia Downs , 204-885-3330 , asdowns . com
Jul 26-28 – Manitoba Sunflower Festival Visit Altona ’ s bright summer festival celebrating 60 years and revel in the parade and upbeat music of local pride . 204-324-9005 , manitobasunflowerfestival . ca
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Photography : Manitoba Air Show , Folkorama , Fringe Theatre Festival by Leif Norman |