Fun Things to Do This Spring in Manitoba

Spring in Manitoba brings winter’s end and summer’s promise. Tourism attractions reopen, and outdoor entertainment venues prepare for the season ahead.

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Check out our list of things you might want to do this Spring in Manitoba.

If you haven’t already, book your Manitoba Parks camping sites. Snag your favourite campground for the weekend of your choice. Reservation opens Monday, April 13, 2026.
Amélie is an extraordinary young woman who lives quietly in the world but loudly in her mind. She covertly improvises small but surprising acts of kindness that bring joy and mayhem. But when a chance at love comes her way, Amélie realizes that to find happiness she’ll have to risk everything and say what’s in her heart. Be inspired by this imaginative dreamer who finds her voice, discovers the power of connection, and sees possibility around every corner. This musical shares a beautiful story and will leave audiences with hope and joy in their hearts! Amelie the Musical plays on March 19 – 21, 2026, at Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium in Brandon.
Plan a road trip to check out the roadside attractions in Manitoba.
Plan a trip to the Saint Pierre Jolys Museum, to celebrate the arrival of spring and the production of local Manitoba Maple Syrup. The Sugaring Off Festival 2026 will take place April 10–12 at La Cabane à sucre in St-Pierre-Jolys, with free admission. The event celebrates maple syrup season with historical interpretation, maple syrup production demonstrations, traditional French-Canadian food, craftsmanship displays, and appearances by La Compagnie de La Vérendrye (circa 1740).
Visit Arden in April to see thousands of natural crocuses bloom. While there, cross the Arden Swinging Bridge and take a walk along the Whitemud River.
Derina Harvey leads the award-winning Derina Harvey Band, a Celtic-rock group originally from Canada’s East Coast on April 17, 2026, in Portage la Prairie.
The Fire + Frost Festival brings an unforgettable weekend experience with the perfect mix of outdoor adventures and cozy indoor fun to Clear Lake County. March 13 – 15, 2026
Get your tickets for a wine and food tasting event featuring over 40 wines from various regions, sponsored by Calabria Market on April 17, 2026. Guests can enjoy a wide selection of food catered by Sorrento’s at the Caboto Centre, including a pasta bar, seafood station, charcuterie boards, appetizers, dessert bar, and flambé stations. The evening also includes live entertainment with a violinist during the tasting and a live band.
Enjoy happy days at Pineridge Hollow on April 3 and 4, 2026. Shop local with 32 local vendors & live music, enjoy hay rides, good food, and more.
Visit Winnipeg’s only show and sale of handmade, vintage, and collectible dolls, teddy bears, toys and dollhouse miniatures. Winnipeg Doll Extravaganza will also feature many tables of the work of artisans, the treasures of collectors and many interesting displays. Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Viscount Gort Hotel in Winnipeg.
If you’ve never had the chance to view the ice breakup on Lake Winnipeg, you’ll want to do that this spring. At Gimli, it’s one of the best places to see the spectacle of the ice crackling and popping as it breaks apart.
McCreary’s Manitoba Maple Syrup Festival celebrates by experiencing the local producers, the culture, the heritage and the land that dominates this region. April 25 – 26, 2026
As the snow melts and the sun shines, it’s time to get things that cool us down. Ice-cream is a wonderful spring and summer treat, and as spring blooms, many of the seasonal ice-cream shops open their windows. Try out one of these popular ice-cream places in Winnipeg.
Be part of a spring celebration at Musée St. Pierre-Jolys, featuring maple syrup dinners, brunches, and live entertainment. A Taste of Maple / Un goût d’érable runs on April 17, 18, 24, and 25 (dinners), April 19 and 26 (brunch), plus a late-night dance party, celebrating the region’s maple syrup traditions that began on the museum grounds in 1986.
Get ready for an egg-citing adventure at the Mennonite Heritage Village! Bring your Easter baskets and your little explorers for a morning of fun as they roam the MHV grounds in search of hidden eggs! But the fun doesn’t stop there—this year’s Great Easter Egg Hunt is packed with even more fun activities for the whole family! April 4, 2026.
Spring is a great time to go outside. Although the greenery hasn’t bloomed yet, the breaking and melting ice leaves behind picturesque scenery. Go for a hike and enjoy Spring!
Canada’s funniest comics converge on Winnipeg for seven days of hilarious stand-up, sketch, and improvisational comedy. This nationally televised festival delivers laughs at venues throughout Winnipeg. April 20 – 26, 2026.
Prairie Dog Central Railway will allow you to experience railroading as it was over 100 years ago. Journey to the prairie town of Grosse Isle and enjoy live entertainment on the way, visit the beautifully restored Heritage village, taste freshly baked pies and tarts.
Platinum-selling Country artist, Lee Brice, will perform at Assiniboine Credit Union Place in Brandon on April 19, 2026 during his upcoming Sunriser Tour. Known as one of the most poignant songwriters and storytellers in Country, Brice effortlessly connects with each audience as he performs his chart-topping hits and fan-favorites woven together with hilarious and heartwarming storytelling. Joining him are Platinum-selling Canadian star, Brett Kissel and rising star Grace Tyler.
The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair returns March 30 – April 4, 2026, celebrating 55 years of Royal Designation.
Experience the excitement of world-class horse shows, cattle competitions, and incredible live entertainment. Explore the tradeshow, enjoy interactive agriculture education exhibits, and make lasting memories with family-friendly activities throughout the week.
Celebrate Manitoba Day at Mennonite Heritage Village. This free-admission event will include a flag ceremony, birthday cake, a new exhibit, and more! 2026 date TBA
Fairmont’s Unmasked Afternoon Tea takes place on Sundays until April 26th. Inspired by the elegance and intrigue of Bridgerton, the Unmasked Afternoon Tea invites you to indulge in a most fashionable escape. Indulge in artfully crafted pastries and decadent confections, while accompanied by our selection of premium Lot 35 Fairmont teas. Gather your closest confidantes, don your finest attire, and surrender to an afternoon steeped in charm!
The Architecture + Design Film Festival (A+DFF) presents critically acclaimed films focusing on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life. April 15 – 19, 2026
The ever-so-popular St. Norbert Farmers’ Market heads outdoors in May. This market has been around for 30 years and is still one of Manitoba’s most popular markets.
Celebrate peace, nature and spring at the International Peace Garden. Register for one of the many other events and programs being planned at the garden.
Experience electrifying bass music on May 2, 2026, at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium in Brandon. Dehli 2 Dublin has been at the forefront of South Asian fusion Music, pioneering a global bass sound they call “Subcontinental Pop” – a high-energy blend of Bhangra, electronic, hip-hop, reggae, and Celtic influences that defies genre and unties dance floors worldwide.
The warmer it gets in spring, the closer you get to the snakes emerging from their dens at the Narcisse Snake Dens. Snake viewing lasts until about the beginning of June before they head back to their dens over the summer months. Mid-to-late May is the best time to go in spring.
Celebrate the kick-off to summer with midway rides, fair food, fun, and quality family entertainment. Manitoba Summer Fair on June 3-7, 2026, in Brandon.
The Dream Factory River City Dragon Boat Festival on May 31, 2026, is a fantastic opportunity for fun, entertainment, racing, and most importantly, to help us to Make more Dreams Come True!
PBR Canadian Cup Series will take place in Brandon at The Keystone Centre on May 1 and 2, 2026.
Cheer on the teams at the largest school dragon boat event in the country. Manitoba School Dragon Boat Challenge takes place on May 30, 2026.
The Four Seasons with šɛgatəm & Odyssey is a jubilant celebration of the RWB’s past, present and future. This triumphant trio of ballets runs the spectrum of creative expression, featuring the return of James Kudelka’s masterpiece The Four Seasons, the Winnipeg debut of last season’s New York City standout šɛgatəm and a world premiere performance of Dwight Rhoden’s Odyssey. April 30 – May 3, 2026.
Join us for a weekend of role-playing games, miniature games, collectible card games and board games! There will be nnual Dungeons and Dragons tournament, game auction and a cosplay contest. PrairieCon 45 takes place on May 22-24, 2026, at the Keystone Centre in Brandon.
Hit Main Street Steinbach to taste and see the world in highlighting foods from around the world and watch some cultural performances. Have some fun on the midway, visit the food trucks, eat mini donuts, shop the vendor booths. Summer in the City on June 19-21, 2026.

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Suffer on Centennial will include a 7km out-and-back which while rugged and challenging, is still friendly for the first-time trail runner, along with an unrelenting and technical out-and-back 25km, and a point-to-point 50km ultra distance that includes everything from exposed Canadian Shield, to boggy boreal forest, granite ridge-lines, and even a few scrambles! The 50km also has you run over the iconic Red Bridge that many an adventurer hits the trails to see. May 23, 2026.
Join nearly 11,000 runners in a Celebration of Fitness, Family, and Fundraising on June 21, 2026, at the Manitoba Marathon.
PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” comes to Winnipeg, April 4, 2026 at Centennial Concert Hall.
The MB Makers Market at the Niverville Heritage Centre is an exclusive show for handmade items. Taking place on May 2, 2026, the market will be open from 10 am to 3 pm.
Spring can get busy, so take a weekend with the family to relax and unwind. Head to Falcon Trails Resort to enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of Whiteshell Provincial Park.
Celebrate pride at the Winnipeg Pride Festival. May 26 to June 7, 2026
Join the little town of Cypress River, Manitoba, for the 13th Prairie Wind Music Festival from June 5 to 7, 2026.
Enjoy 4 fun-filled days of activities, educational opportunities, performances, and more at the Winnipeg International Kidsfest.
THE predominant Canadian Rock ‘n’ Roll band of the 1970s – The Stampeders – is bringing along all their classic hits: Wild Eyes, Carry Me, Oh My Lady, Devil You, Ramona, Minstrel Gypsy, Hit the Road Jack, and, of course, the quintessential Canadian – and Hall of Fame – song, Sweet City Woman! Get your tickets for The Stampeders….One More Time on June 5, 2026, at Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium in Brandon.
Direct from Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production — ‘A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation.’ Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, and the recent West End cast of Éireann, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. May 30, 2026, at Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg.
The experience of a Hotel California show isn’t just about the band – it’s about celebrating the music and the memories, and the band gets the audience involved and on their feet! Close your eyes and you’re right back there…You’ll hear all the hits, remarkably replicated, in this spectacular show! Hotel California: The Original Eagle’s Tribute 2026 on June 12, 2026, at Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium in Brandon.
Blippi is coming to Winnipeg in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Get ready to see the world more curiously as you move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! Join Blippi and Meekah. live on stage in a high-energy live show packed with music, laughter, and surprises, featuring fan-favorites like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” May 16, 2026, at Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg.
Plan to attend the annual Rippin’ and Roarin’ Bull Riding held at the Shamrock Centre in the Paterson Arena. The bulls and riders as well as the rodeo clown put on a great show for the crowd. May 16, 2026
Is Red River Ex, a spring festival or a summer one? Whichever list it belongs to, the festival is a great way to welcome Summer! From June 12 to 21, enjoy hundreds of new and favourite events and activities at the Red River Ex.