Jul 25-27 – 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: Folklorama by Dr. Luk, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Super Spike by Greg Paseshnik, Ballet in the Park by Michelle Blais, Hy-Wire Zipline Adventures |
AUGUST
Aug 1-3- Rockin the Fields of Minnedosa Headliners Loverboy, Headstones, Trooper and Bif Naked are sure to draw crowds to Manitoba’ s outdoor rock festival. 888-330- 8333, rockinthefields. ca
Aug 1-3- Canadian National Ukrainian Festival Join in the 60th annual celebration of Ukrainian Canadians’ rich culture and heritage in Manitoba. Musical performances, demonstrations and authentic food enrich and entertain all ages. cnuf. ca
Aug 1-4 – Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Celebration of Icelandic culture. Savour new foods, peruse artisanal crafts and enjoy live music. 204-642-7417, icelandicfestival. com
Aug 2-4 Pioneer Days Mennonite Heritage Museum Butter churning, threshing, log cutting and quilting are highlights of this charming festival. 204-326-9661, mennoniteheritagevillage. com
Aug 3-16 – Folklorama Multicultural festival with over 40 pavilions offering diverse cuisine, lively performances and fun for all. 204-982-6210. folklorama. ca
Aug 7-Sep 24 – Frozen at Rainbow Stage Seasoned theatre goers and tiny first timers are sure to be thrilled by Frozen, the beloved Disney movie story following Anna, as she embarks on a journey to find sister Elsa. Tots are sure to singa-long to Let it go, 204-989-0888, rainbowstage. ca
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Aug 14-17 – Burt Block Party Bring your lawn chairs to this 18 plus outdoor music festival. Dean Brody, Marianas Trench, The Glorious Sons and Kim Mitchell are headliners. Licensed venue with curated food trucks. 204-987-7825, burtoncummingstheatre. ca |
Aug 14-17 – Virden Indoor Rodeo and Wild West Daze Cowboys and cowgirls from Canada, USA, Australia and New Zealand draw fans to rodeo action for the 35th year. virdenindoorrodeo. ca
Aug 22-24 – Morden Corn and Apple Festival Experience live music, street performances, and farmers’ market and one of Manitoba’ s largest parades. 204-823-2676, cornandapple. com
ALL SUMMER
Assiniboine Park Zoo Discover Journey to Churchill’ s playful sea lions and polar bears, stately art space and casual eatery for a full view of bears frolicking. 204-927-6001, assiniboineparkzoo. ca
Black Water Cats Outfitter Four seasons fishing outfitter and and guide service. For a fishing trip to remember, book a full or half-day tour. 204-990- 2171, blackwatercats. com
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Surrounded by incredible architecture, explore the history and evolution of human rights. Rotating exhibits like summer’ s Love in a Dangerous Time, is noteworthy. 204-289-2000, humanrights. ca
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FortWhyte Alive Tours Discover pristine prairie life spanning 600 plus acres inside city limits, various tours and seasonal events. Check out the new visitors’ centre 204-989-8355, fortwhyte. org
Historic Walking Tours Guided Exchange District tours speak to the intricate stories of the people and architecture that shaped Winnipeg at the turn of the century. 204-942-6716, exchangedistrict. org
Hy-Wire Zipline Adventures Soar 200 ft above Pembina Valley through a 5 or 8 zipline course for all ages. Add a round of mini golf and a thrilling tube slide. See details on hywirezipline. ca
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site Stroll the expansive grounds led by interpreters. Don’ t miss the knowledge series scheduled on select dates. parks. canada. ca / lhn-nhs / mb / fortgarry
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