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ENTERTAINMENT
ICELANDIC FESTIVAL OF MANITOBA Aug 3-6 Boasting
the largest Icelandic population outside of Iceland, the
lakeside town of Gimli celebrates the rich heritage at this
annual event. Demonstrations of Viking warfare tactics, a
sand castle contest, beach volleyball tournament and plenty
of entertainment. Gimli, one hour north of Winnipeg on
Hwy 8, icelandicfestival.com, 1-204-642-7417. SOCA REGGAE FESTIVAL WINNIPEG July 13-15
Celebrate Caribbean culture at this festival that boasts
reggae, soca and steelband music non-stop. Performers
like Signature, Two Above, Revelation Band and many
more will perform. Tickets purchased on site. Children 12
& under free with adult. Old Market Square, Exchange
District, socareggaefestival.ca, Map 1: O-4
FOLKLORAMA Aug 5-18 This anticipated annual festival
celebrates Winnipeg’s multiculturalism with music, food and
handcrafts from more than 40 cultural groups. Programs
available at all Liquor Marts, Cambrian Credit Union
branches and the Folklorama office, 2nd Floor, 183 Kennedy
St. Tickets $6 per pavilion, $54 for 12 pavilions. Advance
tickets at folklorama.ca. Various venues, 204-982-6210. SUMMER OF SOUND July 15 This one-day electronic
music festival features a massive lineup of local and
international talent. Being Canada’s largest EDM event,
the festival now features new VIP areas, additional food
vendors and more bathrooms than ever before. DJs like
Illesium, Felix Cartal, Joyryde and the Canadian group
Loud Luxury will perform. 3 pm-11 pm. Tickets: $74-116.
Visit summerofsound.ca. Assiniboine Downs, 3975
Portage Ave. Map 2: D-1
LIGHTS OF THE NORTH - CHINESE LANTERN LIGHT
FESTIVAL Aug 31-Oct 14 This illuminating festival takes
over 10 acres of The Red River Exhibition Park. Lantern
exhibits depicts Manitoban, Canadian and Chinese icons,
illuminated by millions of LED lights. Artisans, live music,
and fireworks. Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Ave,
204-888-6990, lightsofthenorth.ca, Map 2: D-1
SUMMER WINDS FAMILY MUSIC FESITVAL July
20-21 This windswept music festival rocks the house
for all ages. Performers include Juke Box Heroes, Four
Mile Road, Honeymoon Suite as well as several tribute
bands. Tickets: $50/ adult weekend pass. Each adult pass
includes one free entry for child 12 & under. For tickets
visit summerwindsmusic.com, Victoria Beach.
MEME Aug 16-19 Experience the Manitoba Electronic
Music Exhibition, Western Canada’s largest electronic music
festival, which takes over various venues including the outdoor
Cube stage in the Exchange District for three days of dancing
and electronic beats. Acts include Mr C, Jay Tripwire, and
Esette. Also see work from visual artistis like Carrie Gates and
Pixel Pusher. Visit memefest.ca for venues, showtimes and
tickets. The Cube in Old Market Square, Exchange District,
Map 1: O-4
MUSIC CONCERTS
MELISSA ETHERIDGE July 8 Singer/songwriter performs
with her famed confessional lyrics and smoky vocals. Show
starts at 8 pm. Tickets $55-$85. Call 1-855-985-5000 or
visit ticketmaster.ca. Club Regent Event Centre, 1425 Regent
Ave W, Map 2: D-6
LOVERBOY July 12 For more than 30 years, these guys
have been “working for the weekend.” Witness the Canadian
rock icons’ legendary performance. Show starts at 8 pm.
Tickets $36. Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca.
Club Regent Event Centre, 1425 Regent Ave W, Map 2: D-6
ROOTS & BOOTS 90’S TOUR July 16 Collin Raye, Sammy
Kershaw, and Aaron Tippin perform. Show starts at
8 pm. Tickets $35-65. Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit
ticketmaster.ca. Club Regent Event Centre, 1425 Regent Ave
W, Map 2: D-6
ALABAMA Aug 1 The band that brought country music
to the mainstream takes the stage at Bell MTS Place. Show
starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $45-$119. Call 1-855-985-5000
or ticketmaster.ca. Bell MTS Place, 300 Portage Ave,
Map 1: P-3
TRACE ADKINS Aug 8 The long-time Nashville icon
brings his fiery and always memorable live performance
to Winnipeg. Show starts at 8 pm. Tickets $47-70. Call
1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca. Club Regent Event
Centre, 1425 Regent Ave W, Map 2: D-6
DENNIS DEYOUNG Aug 16 Catch the singer/songwriter’s
The Grand Illusion 40th Anniversary tour. Show starts at
7:30 pm. Tickets $49-89. Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit
ticketmaster.ca. Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St,
Map 1: O-3
TROOPER Aug 24 Multi-platinum selling Canadian group
has been rocking since 1975. Show starts at 8 pm. Tickets:
$36-$42. Club Regent Event Centre, 1425 Regent Ave W,
Map 2: D-6
A PARANORMAL EVENING WITH ALICE COOPER Aug 28
Witness the rock ‘n’ roll hall-of-famer as he rocks the house.
Show starts at 8 pm. Tickets $49-79. Call 1-855-985-5000
or visit ticketmaster.ca. Burton Cummings Theatre, 364
Smith St, Map 1: O-3
CHEAP TRICK Aug 31 . Rock ‘n roll veterans return, along
with two opening acts. Show starts at 7 pm. Tickets $49-
79. Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca. Burton
Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St, Map 1: O-3
MUSIC FESTIVALS
WINNIPEG FOLK FESTIVAL July 5-8 This acclaimed festival
has been delighting music lovers for more than 40 years.
Headliners include A Tribe Called Red, Elle King, Leonard Sumner
and many more. Day pass: $95/adult, $75/youth or senior.
Festival pass: $294/adult, $190/youth or senior, free/children.
Tickets at winnipegfolkfestival.ca or 1-888-512-SHOW (7469).
Birds Hill Provincial Park, east of Winnipeg on Lagimodiere Blvd.
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