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COMEDY
RUMOR ’ S RESTAURANT & COMEDY CLUB Laugh out loud as comedians from around the globe try out their best material . Jan 9-13 : Erica Sigurdson is best known for her wit on CBC Radio ’ s smash hit , The Debaters . Jan 16-20 : Pete Johannson is a UK-based comic from Canada who performs all over the world . Jan 30-Feb 3 : Threetime Canadian Comedy Award nominee Graham Clark brings his A-game . Feb 6-11 : It only took two years in comedy for Kelly Taylor to place second in the prestigious Just for Laughs Homegrown competition . Call for tickets . Tuxedo Park Shopping Centre , 2025 Corydon Ave , 204-488-4520 , rumorscomedyclub . com , Map 2 : D-3
CHRIS D ’ ELIA Feb 10 One of the most sought after comedians is hosting two shows in one night . Tickets $ 36-45 . Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca . Club Regent Event Centre , 1425 Regent Ave W , Map 1 : D-6
CULINARY
CIAO ! DINE ABOUT WINNIPEG Feb 1-11 Explore the tastes of Winnipeg through this hotly anticipated , annual dining event hosted by Ciao ! magazine . The city ’ s top kitchens put out their best spreads , serving multi-course meals for bargain prices . Full menus and a list of participating restaurants available Jan 5 at ciaowinnipeg . com or call 204-943-4439
RAW : GIMLI Dec 29-Jan 7 A highly exclusive event for a mere 570 diners on the shores of Lake Winnipeg . Packages to include overnight stay at Lakeview Gimli Resort and shuttles from Winnipeg also available . Visit raw-almond . com for information and tickets .
RAW : ALMOND Jan 19-Feb 13 For the sixth year in a row , pop-up eatery RAW : almond welcomes returning and new guests into the unique dining experience on the river . Diners feast on a unique five-course tasting menu created by high profile chefs . Multiple seatings , reservations required . Visit raw-almond . com for information and tickets .
DANCE
ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLET Winnipeg ’ s professional ballet is world renowned for its talented dancers and original productions . Let the ballet transport you to another world through the art of storytelling in Canada Ballet Jörgen ’ s recreation of Anastasia . Feb 28-Mar 4 : RWB ’ s classical repertoire The Sleeping Beauty returns . Tickets $ 30- $ 120 . Shows start nightly at 7:30 pm , 2 pm matinee on Sun , rwb . org , Map 1 : N-4
DINNER THEATRE
CELEBRATIONS Costumed servers pull you right into the performance while serving a four-course meal . Jan 13-Mar 17 : Four women set off on the bachelorette
party of a lifetime while searching for husbands of their own . Witness their journey in Runaway Bridesmaids . Seating : Wed-Sat 6:15 pm , Sun 5 pm . Call for ticket prices . Canad Inns Fort Garry , 1824 Pembina Hwy , 204-982-82828
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EXHIBITIONS
ICE CASTLES Jan-Mar Walk through handcrafted ice sculptures and slide down the ice toboggan ride at the must-see Ice Castles . LED lights frozen inside the ice light up and twinkle to music adding a magical ambiance to the breathtaking interactive sculptures . Open Mon- Thu 4 pm-9 pm , Fri 4 pm-11 pm , Sat 11 am-11 pm , Sun 11 am-8:30 pm . Visit icecastles . com for more information and purchase tickets . The Forks , Map 1 : Q-5
CANAD INNS WINTER WONDERLAND Dec 1-Jan 6 Celebrate the season of lights taking a cruise amongst over one million lights on this 2.5 km drive through the Red River Exhibition Park . Tickets at the gate : $ 15 per car . Open 6-10 pm , excluding Christmas Day . Red River Exhibition Park , 3977 Portage Ave , 204-888-6990 , redriverex . com / events / winter-wonderland , Map 2 : D-1
FIRST FRIDAYS IN THE EXCHANGE Jan 5 , Feb 2 Celebrate art on the first Friday of every month , when the Exchange District becomes an open gallery . Free admission to exhibits as well as special events . Various venues . For full list of galleries and events visit firstfridayswinnipeg . org
WINNIPEG RENOVATION SHOW Jan 12-14 More than 125 local kitchen , bath , and renovation vendors offer inspiration at this giant home expo . Grab demo plans and stop by for a free consultation at Ask a Renovator . Tickets : adult $ 9 , seniors $ 7 , $ 5 Friday before 5 pm , children 12 and under free . Fri 12 pm-9 pm , Sat 10 am-9 pm , Sun 10 am-6 pm . Visit winnipeghomeshows . com . RBC Convention Centre , 375 York Ave , Map 1 : P-3
THE WONDERFUL WEDDING SHOW Jan 20-21 Returning for its 28th year with more than 300 displays of cakes , florists and photographers — everything for the happy couple to plan the wedding of their dreams . Also features a fashion show 11 am-6 pm . Tickets : $ 18 . Children under 12 free with an adult . For tickets call 1-855-985- 5000 or go to ticketmaster . ca . RBC Convention Centre , 375 York Ave , wonderfulweddingshow . com , Map 1 : P-3
THE MANITOBA OUTDOORS SHOW Feb 9-11 This exhibition showcases products and services for outdoor enthusiasts . Interactive presentations displayed on stage and a 30 foot pool with kayaking demonstrations by certified instructors . Tickets : adult $ 10 , children 16 and under free . Fri 4 pm-8 pm , Sat 12 pm-8 pm , Sun 12 pm-5 pm . Red River Exhibition Park , 3977 Portage Ave , Map 2 : D-1
WINNIPEG WELLNESS EXPO Feb 16-18 Recognized as one of the leading wellness events of its kind in Canada , the expo returns to Winnipeg . Health experts lead seminars and demonstrations while retailers showcase the latest health and wellness products . Fri 5 pm-9 pm , Sat 10 am-6 pm , Sun noon-5 pm . Tickets : adults $ 10 , seniors and students $ 8 , youth 14 and under free with an adult . Tickets at door . RBC Convention Centre , 375 York Ave , 204-773-4777 , wellnessexpo . com , Map 1 : P-3
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AI-KON WINTER FESTIVAL Feb 24 Japanese animation convention featuring comics , video games , costumes and more . The event brings together anime fans . Festival runs 12 pm-1 am . Tickets : $ 24 . RBC Convention Centre , 375 York Ave , 780-3333 , Map 1 : P-3
FAMILY
CHAIN FOR CHANGE Feb 4 Sign up and participate or watch as hundred of people skate together to break a Guinness World Record and raise money for CancerCare Manitoba Foundation . If participating , you must be able to skate 400 meters continuously . Starts at 1 pm . Scotiabank Stage , The Forks , chainforchangewpg . com , Map 1 : Q-5
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FAMILY SUNDAY : ARCTIC CHILLOUT Jan 28 The Winnipeg Art Gallery offers Far North fun . Families are invited to keep their snowsuits on and head up to the rooftop of the WAG for iglu building , and other games . Open 1:30 pm-4 pm . Tickets : family $ 20 , members $ 10 . 300 Memorial Blvd , 204-789-1290 , wso . ca , Map 1 : P-2
FROSTY FAMILY DAYS Until Jan 6 Throughout the holiday season , enjoy the outdoors with the whole family at FortWhyte Alive . Learn how to snowshoe , go ice fishing or try bowling on ice . Open daily 1 pm-3 pm . 1961 McCreary Rd , 204-989-8355 , fortwhyte . org
MINI POP KIDS LIVE Feb 17 Young Canadian talent performs hits by pop artists Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars along with some throwback songs . Starts at 3 pm . Tickets $ 19-50 . Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca . Burton Cummings Theatre , 364 Smith St , Map 1 : O-3
WINNIPEG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ’ S KIDS CONCERT SERIES Jan 14 : A triumphant story about twins who use their own song to find each other . Based on the traditional African folk tale . Feb 25 : Mr . Mark and WSO mascot Manny Tuba find themselves mixed up in an important gathering of birds from around the world . Shows begin at 2 pm . Tickets : $ 25 . Centennial Concert Hall , 555 Main St , 204-949-3999 , wso . ca , Map 1 : N-4
FESTIVALS
FESTIVAL DU VOYAGEUR Feb 16-25 The celebration of French-Canadian culture returns for its 48th year in St . Boniface . Traditional music , artisan markets , and live captivating entertainment and much more ! Call for event information , hours and ticket prices . Whittier Park , 204-233-ALLO , festivalvoyageur . mb . ca , Map 1 : O-6
MUSIC CONCERTS
CHAD VANGAALEN Jan 19 Calgary-born multiinstrumentalist performs his introspective set . Starts at 10 pm . Tickets $ 30 . Visit winnipegconcerttickets . com . The Good Will Social Club , 625 Portage Ave , Map 1 : N-2
JAMES BARKER BAND Jan 26 Ontario-crafted and award-winning group bring their musical talents to the stage . Starts at 8 pm . Tickets $ 25-40 . Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca . Club Regent Event Centre , 1425 Regent Ave W , Map D-6
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PHOTO : COURTESY OF MARDI JAZZ |
12 where . ca JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2018 |
AI-KON WINTER FESTIVAL Feb 24 Japanese animation |
DESI SUB CULTURE WITH DJ KHANVICT Jan 20 |