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ENTERTAINMENT
B-BALL & BEERS
MAY 6
The Goldeyes celebrate 25 years since relocating
to Winnipeg in 1994. Following a victorious 2017
season, the baseball team has fi rmly positioned
itself as American Association Champions. New
this season - the Craft Beer Corner features
rotating local brews including Farmery Estate
Brewing, Fort Garry Brewing Co., Torque
Brewing, and more. For 2018 season schedule,
see pg 12. For tickets call 1-855-985-5000 or
204-982-2273, or visit goldeyes.com. Shaw Park,
1 Portage Ave E, Map 1: P-5
COMEDY
RUMOR’S RESTAURANT & COMEDY CLUB Laugh out
loud as comedians from around the globe sample their
best comedic material. May 3-5: As seen on Season 10
of America’s Got Talent, Drew Lynch visits for a series at
Rumors. May 8-12: Well known for his many appearances
at the Just For Laughs Montreal and Late Late Show with
Craig Ferguson, Mark Forward delivers the laughs. May
15-19: Catch headline comedian and finalist on NBC’s
Last Comic Standing in 2015 Joe List. June 5-9: Beloved
Canadian comedian, actor and host Derek Seguin delivers
the laughs. June 21-23: Recently named “Comic to
Watch” by Comedy Central, Kurt Braunohler tests new
crowds with his act. Tuxedo Park Shopping Centre, 2025
Corydon Ave, 204-488-4520, rumorscomedyclub.com,
Map 2: D-3
CULINARY
TABLE FOR 1200 MORE May 26 This annual surprise
dinner brings together architecture, design, and talented
chefs for an outdoor meal. 150 tables placed end to end
create an impressive pop up in a secret location. Diners
are asked to wear white and are notified of the location
the day of the event. Purchase tickets online only. Tickets:
$65-$125, tablefor1200more.ca
DANCE
ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLET World renowned for
exceptional talent and original productions. May 2-6:
A visual reckoning of one of the most famous choral
arrangements of the twentieth century, Mauricio Wainrot’s
signature work, Carmina Burana is a veritable feast for the
senses. May 24-26: RWB’s young student’s perform and
show off new techniques in Spotlight. June 6-8: RWB’s
Aspirants perform On the Edge, an innovative program
of original choreography and ballet classics. For tickets,
performance locations, and show times visit rwb.org
MANITOBA PROVINCIAL DANCE FESTIVAL May 3-21
Watch Manitoba’s largest dance festival, featuring dancers
from across the province. Performances of jazz, tap, ballet,
hip hop, modern, and more. Tickets: $5-$10. For more
information call 204-989-5260, 180 Market Ave, or visit
dancemb.org
CHAI FOLK ENSEMBLE Jun 7 North America’s
largest Israeli folk dance ensemble presents Woven
Threads, a celebration of Winnipeg’s multicultural fabric
through music and dance. Featuring guest dance groups
Magdaragat Philippines, Rusalka Ukrainian Dance
Ensemble, The Aboriginal School of Dance, and La Troupe
Jeunesse de l’Ensemble folklorique de la Revière-Rouge.
Performance to be held at Club Regent Event Centre,
1425 Regent Avenue West. Tickets: Adults $36, Children/
Students $18, 204-477-7497, Map 2: D-6
DINNER THEATRE
CELEBRATIONS They’ll sing for your supper at this
zany dinner theatre. Costumed servers pull you right into
the show whil e serving a delightful four-course meal.
Until May 26: Sing and dance along to Rock and Roll
Heaven, where all of your past beloved rock artists have
gone. Jun 2-Aug 4: Everyone’s favourite rebels, Darth
Vador, lightsabres and a princess take stage during Star
Warz2. Seating: Wed-Sat 6:15 pm, Sun 5 pm. Call for
ticket prices. Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy,
204-982-8282, celebrations.ca, Map 2: F-4
EXHIBITIONS/MARKETS
MANITOBA NIGHT MARKET AND FESTIVAL
Jun 10 The popular outdoor night market provides an
ideal platform for local artisans, entrepreneurs, food
purveyors and entertainers to present their wares and
talents. 3 pm-10 pm. Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage
Ave, 204-885-3330, asdowns.com
RED RIVER EX Jun 15-24 Manitoba’s largest annual fair
excites with games, rides, food and live entertainment
for all ages. Main stage performers include James Barker
Band, Magic!, and Meghan Patrick. Tickets: $19-$45.
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave, redriverex.com
FIRST FRIDAYS IN THE EXCHANGE May 4 & June 1
Celebrate art on the first Friday of every month, when the
Exchange District becomes an open walking art gallery
tour. Free admission to various galleries, artisans and shops
including special events. For full list of galleries and events visit
firstfridayswinnipeg.org. WSO VISITS THE PLANETARIUM Jul 3 Enjoy live music
from the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra as they perform
inside the dome of the Planetarium in celebration of the
Planetarium’s 50th Anniversary. Shows: 7pm & 9pm.
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, 204-956-2830,
Map 1: N-4
THIRD + BIRD May 4-5 The city’s largest urban market
celebrates their fifth annual spring exhibit at The Bay
downtown. Browse more than 140 great local artisans
who showcase craft, food and drink goods all on one floor.
Tickets: $5, cash. The Bay, basement, 450 Portage Ave,
Map 1: P-3 FAMILY
CAVALIA ODYSSEO May 12-Jun 10 Odysseo’s exceptional
extravaganza is a mix of art, technology and advanced
engineering with 65 horses and 50 artists performing
breathtaking numbers. Following its phenomenal 2015
debut run in Winnipeg, the world’s largest touring production
makes its much-anticipated return. Tickets: Starting at $49.50,
cavalia.com, Kenaston & Sterling Lyon Field, Map 2: F-3
INVESTORS GROUP STARS ON ICE May 9 Theatrical
figure skating performances featuring Olympic Gold
Medalists Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, Olympic Silver
Medalists Patrick Chan, and more. Show starts at 7 pm.
Tickets: $12-$50. Bell MTS Place, 300 Portage Ave,
1-855-985-5000, Map 1: P-3
TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC May 27 The Children’s Hospital
Foundation has been bringing kids, teddy bears and health
educators together for the last three decades. Check out
the picnic’s special Dr. Goodbear tent clinic ready to tend
to any of your teddy bear needs. Free. Assiniboine Park,
204-787-4000, Map 2: D-2
LE MARCHÉ ST. NORBERT FARMERS’ MARKET
May 12 Manitoba’s farmers and artisans showcase a
bounty of fields and gardens to the city. Markets held
bi-weekly Sat until May 12 from 10 am to 1 pm; Sat from
May 19 to October 27, 8 am to 3 pm; Wed May 23, 2018
to Sep 26, 11 am to 3 pm. Visit stnorbertfarmersmarket.ca. WINNIPEG INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
Jun 7-10 Winnipeg’s premier family festival filled with
entertainment and activities, featuring artists and groups
from throughout the world. Tickets: $9.43–$15.24. The
Forks, 1 Forks Market Rd, kidsfest.ca, Map 1: Q-5
WAG TRUNK SHOW May 17-20 Two local designers,
Sarah Sue Design and Johanna Brierley Jewellery
Design, team up for a unique trunk show showcasing
new collections of upscale women’s wear and jewellery.
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd, 204-786-6641,
wag.ca, Map 1: P-3 MANITO AHBEE FESTIVAL May 16-20 The festival will
begin with the lighting of the sacred fire, pipe ceremony,
entertainment and a traditional friendship dance at
Oodena Circle at The Forks National Park. All our welcome
to participate or watch. Various venues. 204-956-1849,
manitoahbee.com
DOORS OPEN WINNIPEG May 26 & 27 Delve deep
into Winnipeg’s most famous buildings during the annual
architecture event. Celebrates Winnipeg’s unique spaces,
architecture, and history, showcasing more than 90
remarkable buildings, sites and tours. Free. For locations
call 204-942 -2663 or visit doorsopenwinnipeg.ca
FESTIVALS
PRIDE WINNIPEG May 25-Jun 3 The 10-day celebration
presents fun-filled community events all leading up to
the main event, Pride Day, on June 3. On that day, gather
with the colourfully dressed crowds and parade floats
as hundreds march from the Legislature building to The
Forks. Various venues, pridewinnipeg.com
MAY/JUNE 2018
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