Credit: Lavallee Pumpkin Farm
The fall months can be some of the most beautiful months of the year, and the best time to explore Manitoba. Summertime tends to take the spotlight. However, it is the four months of fall that should be the favourite.
Between festivals, community events, and destinations to visit before the snow falls, there is nothing short of adventure and excitement. Add one of the following to your fall bucket list from our top 50 things to do in Manitoba in the fall.
1. Events and Festivals
Teulon Pumpkinfest
Every September, pumpkin patches and gardens across the Interlake and beyond are picked of their finest and most unique bounty and showcased at Teulon’s signature fall celebration, the Pumpkinfest. Teulon Pumpkinfest takes place on September 20, 2025.
Where: Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre, Teulon
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day to reflect on our relationships with our Indigenous friends and neighbours. There will be free admission to the grounds and a self-guided Reconciling History walking tour available. September 30, 2025.
Where: Mennonite Heritage Village, 231 PTH 12N, Steinbach
World Rivers Day Celebration
Come one, come all to Carman for the World Rivers Day Celebration. There will be a Poker Derby, a costume contest, a treasure hunt, a vendor market, a car show, and entertainment. September 13, 2025. World Rivers Day Celebration
Where: Ryall Park, Carmen
Pimootayowin: A Festival of New Work
In Anishinaabemowin, the word Pimootayowin means “journey.” From October to May each year, the Pimootayowin Creators Circle, journeys to discover their skills in storytelling and playwriting. Pimootayowin: A Festival of New Work celebrates the development of six new plays by these playwrights, culminating in public presentations of the pieces they created over the year. September 22 to 27, 2025.
Where: Tom Hendry Warehouse, 140 Rupert Ave., Winnipeg
Pow Wow
Join us for an Indigenous celebration featuring drummers, champion dancers, and an Elder offering insights into traditional dances and regalia. Experience vibrant performances and cultural storytelling from September 26, 2025.
Where: The Flats, Neepawa
Geese and Breakfast
Celebrate the Magic of Migration at Oak Hammock Marsh! Watch the geese take off from the Marsh to go feed in the surrounding fields from the rooftop observation deck, followed by a tasty hot breakfast in their scenic café. September 28, 2025
Manitoba Culture Days
Across the entire province starting from the last weekend of September for a month is the Manitoba Culture Days. Celebrate the arts and culture of Canada through various free activities from September 19 – October 12, 2025. Manitoba Culture Days
Nuit Blanche Winnipeg
Nuit Blanche Winnipeg is a free nighttime exploration and celebration of contemporary art that takes place on the opening Saturday of Culture Days. September 27, 2025. Nuit Blanche Winnipeg
Story Tellers Short Film Showcase
Head to Christ Anglican Church in The Pas for a short film showcase in honor of the opening night of Culture Days. September 26, 2025
Where: Christ Anglican Church, 1 Saskatchewan Crescent, The Pas
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Reflect on our relationships with our Indigenous friends and neighbours. The museum will provide free admission to the grounds and a self-guided Reconciling History walking tour on September 30th.
Where: Mennonite Heritage Village, 231 PTH 12N, Steinbach
Manitoba Showcase
Manitoba Showcase is an annual visual & performing arts conference that features some of the best Canadian artists, from a wide range of genres, for Manitoban presenters and galleries, connecting them with future opportunities and collaboration. September 18-20, 2025. Manitoba Showcase
Where: Winkler
Ghost Walk
Go on a ghostly tour featuring ghost stories based on historical figures and locations in the Town of The Pas. October 3, 2025.
Where: Meet at the front door of Sam Waller Museum, 306 Fischer Ave, The Pas
Scarecrow Fest
Come enjoy this gorgeous fall season at the Scarecrow Fest! This family-friendly event includes a scarecrow building contest, kids’ activities, and much more on October 4, 2025! Scarecrow Fest
Where: Beausejour Daylily Gardens
High Tea
Enjoy an exquisite high tea complete with dainties and finger sandwiches at a rustic Farmhouse Cafe. High Tea
Where: ‘Ole Farmhouse Cafe, 31 Rose Lane, Rosenort
MJ the Musical
Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. November 5 – 9, 2025
Where: Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St., Winnipeg
WNDX Festival of Moving Image
A unique festival across the city of Winnipeg, the WNDX Festival of Moving Images showcases innovative work by Canadian filmmakers and video artists, focusing primarily on Manitobans. See what is overlooked by the mainstream in film! October 1 – 5, 2025
A Maze In Corn
Enjoy the country views while wandering through the corn maze, climb the giant bale pyramid, or visit the petting zoo. Go on a hayride, find a pumpkin, and get spooked in the Haunted Forest.
Where: A Maze In Corn, Manitoba 200, Saint Adolphe
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Holiday Tour
Hear some of the world’s top talents on the stage on December 3rd, 2025.
Where: Prairie Fusion Arts & Entertainment, 11 2nd St NE, Portage la Prairie
Blue Rodeo: Lost Together
Celebrate 40 incredible years of Blue Rodeo music with their 40th Anniversary Tour, “Lost Together” on October 16, 2025.
Where: Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St., Winnipeg
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Métis Arts & Culture Day
Come join us for a celebration of Métis arts and culture at Moon Gate Guest House in Whitemouth. Immerse yourself in traditional music, dance, crafts, and delicious cuisine.
Where: Moon Gate Guest House, Whitemouth
WAG Gallery Ball
Where: Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd. Winnipeg
The “Big One” Arts & Crafts Sale
The annual “Big One” Arts & Crafts Sale in Brandon at the Keystone Centre is a place to see amazing and talented artists and craftspeople. For two weekends in October, explore their work and even buy a few items for yourself. October 18 – 19, 25 – 26, 2025
Where: Keystone Centre, 1175 18th Street, Brandon
Sunset Goose Flights
Fall is the time when the magic of migration happens. Head to FortWhyte Alive to experience the annual migration of geese. Enjoy this magnificent experience and watch the sky come to life as thousands of geese land after sunset in this breathtaking autumn ritual. Wednesday – Sunday, September 17 – October 19, 2025. Sunset Goose Flights
Where: FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg
Rumble in the Burt
Rumble in the Burt returns to Burton Cummings Theatre for the third time on Sunday, October 19! Shotzi Blackheart makes her long-awaited return, and Former WWE Tag Team Champions and Bullet Club originals The Good Brothers make their WPW debut.
Where: Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St., Winnipeg
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Christmas Hoedown
Join Scott Woods and his talented band for this high-energy, two-hour live family-friendly show, bursting with festive cheer, amazing trick fiddling, hilarious comedy, sensational step dancing, and your favourite Christmas Classics.
Where: Zion Lutheran Church, 403 First St. N., Beausejour
Manitoba Ag Ex
Manitoba’s largest all-breeds cattle show, Manitoba Ag Ex, returns to the Keystone Centre on October 29 to November 1, 2025. In addition to breed-specific shows, the Manitoba Livestock Expo hosts a Jackpot Heifer Show, Bull Show, Junior Show, and commercial show, all culminating in the Supreme Breed Extravaganza, which sends winners on to Canadian Western Agribition in Regina.
Where: Keystone Centre, 1175 18th Street, Brandon
Dallas Smith + His Band: One Night Only
Join Dallas Smith and his Band at Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on November 9, 2025.
Where: Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium, 205 20th St, Brandon
Russell Peters
Russell Peters will have you laugh with his Relax* World Tour on November 20, 2025.
Where: Assiniboine Credit Union Place, Brandon
Winterfest at the Niverville Heritage Centre
Join us on November 8th for the 2025 Winterfest, a craft show & market with over 80 vendors.
Where: Niverville Event Centre, 111 2nd Avenue S, Niverville
Winter Market
Get your Christmas shopping list ready for the Winter Market. December 12 – 13, 2025.
Where: Van Der Meer Garden Centre, 1027 Old PTH 59, Ile des Chênes
Christmas On The Bandstand
Welcome Christmas with a choir, Santa, and some hot chocolate by the fire on December 6, 2025! Christmas On The Bandstand
Where: Winnipeg Beach
2. Family Fun and Outdoor Activities
Lords of the Arctic
In October and November at the Churchill Northern Studies Center, experience the annual migration of Churchill’s polar bears. You’ll spend two days touring the Churchill Wildlife Management Area on a tundra vehicle, and assist researchers observing the bears. Lords of the Arctic
Where: Churchill Northern Studies Center, Churchill
St. Joseph Museum
Located in the town of St. Joseph is a reconstructed pioneer village set in 19 acres. Step into the late 19th century to learn more about this piece of history in Manitoba. Tour the many buildings, see collections of stationary engines, and before heading back, check out the Laurent Fillion camera collection, which showcases cameras dating as far back as the 1850s. Call or email to arrange your visit to the Musee St. Joseph Museum
Where: The Saint-Joseph Museum, 25 Brais Boulevard, St. Joseph
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Wekusko Falls Provincial Park
Wekusko Falls are a series of rapids and cascades on the Grass River before it empties into the Wekusko Lake. Hike over suspension bridges to get an amazing overhead view of the falls. Wekusko Falls Provincial Park
Fall in Love with Fall
Summer, Winter, or fall, there is one place in Manitoba that beckons visitors year-round. With the vivid calls of the fall around you, there is no denying fall is a great time to be outdoors. Whether you want to wander down the many hiking trails, see wildlife, or camp out in a cozy oTENTik, a trip here will be one for the memory. Riding Mountain National Park
Zipline over Golden Trees in Pembina Valley
Enjoy fall in Pembina Valley through an adventure! The Hywire Zipline Adventures is the place to where you can cruise the Pembina Valley from above. Hywire Zipline
Bakers Narrows Lodge
Plan a very Canadian fall vacation at Bakers Narrows Lodge. The lodge prides itself for the trophy fishing on Lake Athapaskow. Fall is an excellent time to fish, so pack up the bags and make this a weekend-long trip. Bakers Narrows Lodge
Where: Located ½ mile from the Flin Flon airport on Lake Athapapuskow
Enjoy a Sauna
Who doesn’t enjoy soaking in a hot tub? Couple it with an overnight stay at a cozy waterfront cabin and you have a winning combination. Falcon Trails Resort
Pinawa Heritage Suspension Bridge
Head north to the Pinawa Heritage district to explore the area and travel across the suspension bridge. The 1 metre wide and 54 metres long bridge gives visitors a breathtaking view of Pinawa. Visit in the fall for a beautiful, picturesque scene before the snow falls. Pinawa Heritage Suspension Bridge
Assiniboine Forest
Enjoy a lazy afternoon walk at the beautiful Assiniboine Forest. Assiniboine Forest
Icelandic Bridge
Travel across the fairly new Icelandic Bridge in Riverton, where you can take in the beauty of the Icelandic River. There is also the riverside path at ground level that you can take a stroll down as well.
Explore Flin Flon
Start the fall season off with an extended weekend exploration of Flin Flon, a northern town in Manitoba that is less explored compared to others. There are tons to do in the area, including a 4.2-kilometre boardwalk hike, a drive-in theatre, and even a petting zoo. Explore Flin Flon
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Fall Walking Tours
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather at the St-Boniface Museum, visit the cultural heritage site, and explore the historic Taché avenue with their guided walking tours. Details
Where: Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum, 494, avenue Taché, Winnipeg
Enjoy the taste of fall
Enjoy farm-fresh bites, sip coffee, and browse the many Made in Manitoba products at the gift shop. While here, shop pumpkins for your fall decor! Farmhouse 50
Where: Farmhouse 50, 50 Main Street, Minnedosa
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Capture the colours of fall
Check out our list of Manitoba’s vantage points for a beautiful hike and a fill of nature. Scenic Lookouts
View the Northern Lights
Fall is also the best time to view the northern lights in the Churchill area. The crisp fall air leaves for clear and beautiful night skies. View the Northern Lights
Dog Sledding
Fall is the perfect time to go dog sledding in northern Manitoba. Churchill is the place to be for this exciting adventure. Explore the area behind a group of dogs as they guide you throughout the region. Dog Sledding
Boonstra Farm
There are many reasons to visit Boonstra Farms. Petting zoo, hay rides, corn maze and Boony’s chip truck are just a few of them. Boonstra Farms
Where: Located in Stonewall MB. Just 15 km north of the perimeter on # 7.
Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park
Nature is especially beautiful during the fall and our Provincial Parks are places where beauty is abundant. Check out the autumn beauty of the Hecla Provincial Park.
Haunted Forest
In October, the Corn Maze turns into a Haunted Forest. A fun and spooky adventure for the whole family, make your way through the maze and see what will happen. Corn Maze
Where: A Maze In Corn, 1351 PR 200, Saint Adolphe
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Sam Waller Museum
Long acknowledged by its visitors as a place to experience the rich and diverse history of The Pas, the Sam Waller Museum is also a place showcasing the Métis and First Nations history as well as the fur trade. Sam Waller Museum
Where: Sam Waller Museum, 306 Fischer Avenue, The Pas
Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches
Pick a pumpkin, get the best fall produce for your Thanksgiving table, go on hay rides, and get lost amongst giant stalks of corn. Whether with kids or as a date, a day at the farm is always fun! Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches
Enjoy Camping
A few Manitoba Provincial Parks are open for camping until Thanksgiving. Enjoy the burst of the fall colours with crisp, clean air. Camp at Provincial Parks
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Alfred Hole Goose Sanctuary
Take in the fall migration at the Alfred Hole Goose Sanctuary in Whiteshell Provincial Park! Drop by the Visitor Centre on weekends to learn more about migrating birds and explore life around the Goose Pond. Alfred Hole Goose Sanctuary
First Fridays
First Fridays at the Exchange are back on. Talk to artists, explore shops, enjoy supper at the Exchange! First Fridays
Six Pines
Six Pines Haunted Attractions is north of Winnipeg and is suitable for older children and adults. See how you stand up against the creepy area and the scary clowns this Halloween. Six Pines
Where: Six Pines, Sturgeon Road, Winnipeg
A Romantic Fall Getaway
Stay at one of the three authentic log cabins nestled in the forest on a rock ridge overlooking the boreal forest of White Shell Provincial Park. Falcon Beach Ranch.
Where: Lot 83 Barren Lake Road, Falcon Lake
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