Winnipeg 
Events Description
The Manitoba Fibre Festival is a unique annual event connecting local fibre farmers with the crafting community in a relaxed creative atmosphere.
A family friendly event, the Festival offers demonstrations of many crafts from ancient lace-making techniques to machine knitting and sheep shearing; a curated fibre art show, workshops, and a wonderful market.
Workshops are offered on Friday and Saturday. Please register in advance for those.
Demonstrations –
Visitors to the Manitoba Fibre Festival will see many craft techniques and tools demonstrated, and even try out a few for themselves.
Volunteers from local crafts guilds, clubs and living history groups share their skills covering techniques from finger weaving to machine knitting.
Professional sheep shearers demonstrate the strength and precision needed to give a sheep a haircut.
Fibre people love to share their passion. You will find inspiration and something new to learn everywhere you look. If you are wearing something handknit, be prepared to make new friends while discussing pattern and yarn choices.
Seating areas are provided for spinners and knitters to gather round in good company. Bring your current project and plan to stay awhile!
Demonstrations
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
2024 TBA
2023 –
Admission: $5.00 (age 14 and under free)
Free parking
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time: September 6 – 7, 2024
Venue & Address : Red River Exhibition Place, 3977 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
