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Jul 24-26 – 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
Jul 28-30 – 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 / whats-on
AUGUST
Jul 31-Aug 2- Rockin the Fields of Minnedosa Headliners Collective Soul, Cheap Trick, Quiet Riot and 54-40 are sure to draw crowds to Manitoba’ s outdoor rock festival. 888-330-8333, rockinthefields. ca
Jul 31-Aug 2- Canadian National Ukrainian Festival Join in the 61st annual celebration of Ukrainian Canadians’ rich culture and heritage in Manitoba. Musical performances, demonstrations and authentic food enrich and entertain all ages. cnuf. ca
Jul 31-Aug 3 – Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Celebration of Icelandic culture. Savour new foods, peruse artisanal crafts and enjoy live music. 204- 642-7417, icelandicfestival. com
Aug 1-3 – Pioneer Days Mennonite Heritage Museum Immerse yourself in butter churning, threshing, log cutting and quilting in celebration of the culture’ s arrival in the province 152 years ago. 204-326-9661, mennoniteheritagevillage. com
Aug 2-15 – Folklorama Multicultural festival with over 40 pavilions offering diverse cuisine, lively performances and fun for all. 204-982-6210. folklorama. ca
Aug 13-16 – Burt Block Party Bring your lawn chairs to this 18 plus outdoor music festival. Killswitch Engaged, The Beaches and Colin James are headliners. Licensed venue with food trucks. 204-987-7825, burtoncummingstheatre. ca
Aug 13-16 – 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
Aug 13-16 – Virden Indoor Rodeo and Wild West Daze Cowboys and cowgirls from Canada, USA, Australia and New Zealand draw fans to rodeo action. virdenindoorrodeo. ca
Aug 13-Sep 30 – Legally Blonde the Musical at Rainbow Stage Be thrilled by this adaptation of the adored movie, following ultra feminine law student, Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes 204-989-0888, rainbowstage. ca
Aug 14-16 – Stonewall Quarry Days A parade kicks off a weekend of rides, games and musical entertainment. The library’ s book sale attract shoppers. 204-513-1551, stonewallquarrydays. ca
ALL SUMMER
Assiniboine Park Zoo Discover Journey to Churchill’ s playful sea lions and polar bears, and casual eatery for a full view of bears frolicking. 204-927-6001, assiniboineparkzoo. ca
Assiniboia Downs Indulge long-standing traditions, and place bets at the city’ s only horse racing track. Live racing continues until Oct. 7. 204-885-3330, asdowns. com
Bee 2 Gether Bike Rentals Enjoy city attractions on one of many sized novelty bikes with your group or join a guided tour. 204-298-2925. See bee2getherbikes. com for locations.
Black Water Cats Outfitter For a fishing trip to remember, book a full or half-day tour with a guide. 204-990-2171, blackwatercats. com
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Surrounded by incredible architecture, explore the history and evolution of human rights. 204-289-2000, humanrights. ca
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Pioneer Days
Downtown Farmer’ s Market Every second Thurs 10am-2pm find local produce, baking, meats and artisanal made goods on Graham Avenue. 204-958-4640, downtownwinnipegbiz. com
FortWhyte Alive Tours Discover pristine prairie life spanning 600 plus acres inside city limits, various tours and seasonal events. This lakeside retreat is a water lover’ s paradise. 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 courses 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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