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Holiday Alley is a four-day winter festival celebrating art, light, sound, culture and creativity in the historic downtown of Selkirk, Manitoba.
Wednesday, NOV 19
INDIGENOUS TEACHINGS
9:30 am – 2:30 pm | Selkirk Friendship Centre | 425 Eveline St.
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council, Selkirk & District Community Foundation, and Selkirk Community Renewal Foundation
Coordinated by ✩ Jeannie Whitebird, Jacqueline Bercier, and Kat Marsch
Led by local Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, nearly 400 students from the region participate in a day of Indigenous storytelling, drumming, and crafts in celebration of Holiday Alley and Selkirk’s deep Indigenous heritage.
Note to teachers: reach out to holidayalleymb@gmail.com to participate next year!
ANVIL TREE’S STRAW SCULPTURE OPEN HOUSE
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Selkirk Agricultural Society Building, Selkirk Park | FREE
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council
Supported by ✩ the City of Selkirk
We’re thrilled to welcome Anvil Tree back to Selkirk as they bring their unique artistry to life with massive straw sculptures. This year, they’re teaming up with students from the Lord Selkirk School Division, and adding fresh energy and creativity to the project! Even more exciting: there may be more than one sculpture this time around! Come meet the artists, discover the process behind straw sculpting, and get a first look at the creation(s) before the final burn!
Thursday, November 20
INDIGENOUS TEACHINGS – SOLD OUT
9:30 am – 2:30 pm | Selkirk Friendship Centre | 425 Eveline St.
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council, Selkirk & District Community Foundation and Selkirk Community Renewal Foundation
Coordinated by ✩ Jeannie Whitebird, Jacqueline Bercier, and Kat Marsch
Led by local Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, nearly 400 students from the region participate in a day of Indigenous storytelling, drumming, and crafts in celebration of Holiday Alley and Selkirk’s deep Indigenous heritage.
Note to teachers: reach out to holidayalleymb@gmail.com to participate next year!
WELCOME WINTER CONCERT PT. 1
Doors open 6:30 pm | 7:00 – 8:00 pm | Selkirk United Church | 202 McLean Ave. | Suggested donation $10
Hosted by ✩ the Interlake Choral Association
After popular demand and pushing capacity limits, we have made the Welcome Winter Concert a 2 part series! This choral concert will feature several choirs from across the region sharing some winter music and holiday favourites. Join us in singing along or sit back and simply enjoy the music! Only 200 seats.
Tickets are by cash donation or by e-transfer to iychoir@gmail.com
Friday, November 21
INDIGENOUS TEACHINGS PD DAY: SOLD OUT
9:30 am – 3:30 pm | Selkirk Friendship Centre | 425 Eveline St.
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council, Selkirk & District Community Foundation, Selkirk Community Renewal Corporation
Coordinated by ✩ Jacqueline Bercier, Jeannie Whitebird, and Kat Marsch
Teachers from across five different schools in the region will come together to participate in a day of professional development centered around Indigenous storytelling, drumming, and crafts in celebration of Holiday Alley and Selkirk’s deep Indigenous heritage.
STREET PARTY
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Manitoba Ave. between Main and Eveline | Free Entry
Glow Hula ✩ Presented by RRC Polytech
Giant Connect Four
Lite Brite ✩ Presented by Access Credit Union
Mini Golf ✩ Presented by One Insurance
Neon Gym ✩ Presented by Iron Image
One Trunk Puppet Theatre ✩ Presented by Gerdau
Heritage Booth and Hot Chocolate ✩ Facilitated by the City of Selkirk
Street Hockey ✩ Presented by Fort Distributors
Recycle All The Way ✩ Presented by Recycle Everywhere
Selfies with Santa ✩ Presented by Selkirk Auto Dealers ✩ Supported by Brad Hirst Of Royal Lepage
Family Movie Night ✩ Presented by Canadian Tire ✩ Hosted by Total Look Salon & Spa
Free sparklers ✩ Presented by Red Bomb Fireworks
Mocktail Pop-Up ✩ Hosted by Nobuz Market and Boots & Banner
Beer & Wine Tasting at Roxi’s
Food Trucks
DJ Mama Cutsworth
And more, including…
ART INSTALLATIONS
Supported by ✩ Anish Healing Centre, Lord Selkirk School Division
Come and enjoy the beautiful Indigenous art and light installations on display along Manitoba Avenue from Friday to Saturday.
GIDOOJIJAAKOMINAAN ONJII DIBAAJIMOWINAN – FROM OUR SPIRITS COME STORIES
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council
Presented by ✩ Selkirk & District Community Foundation and Selkirk Community Renewal Corporation
Coordinated by ✩ Jeannie Whitebird, Jacqueline Bercier, and Kat Marsch
Situated around one central sacred fire, the tipi hosts cultural activities and sharing. All are welcome!
ON THE SELKIRK STAGE
6:30 pm | Lights On!
Powered by ✩ MB Hydro
Be a part of the magic as the lights turn on, and stay on for the darkest night of the year!
6:35 pm | Round Dance
Join us for the world’s largest round dance!
7:30 pm | Pooch Parade
Presented by ✩ Selkirk Animal Hospital
This year’s theme is Most Likely To Be Mistaken For A Decoration. Prizes for best dressed pooches and their human partners. No registration this year, just come and sign up onsite.
8:00 pm | Pop Up Dance with Selkirk Dance Association
Join in for a pop up dance demo for the whole family with Selkirk Dance Association! SDA will have you moving and grooving, keeping warm and spreading holiday cheer!
8:30 pm | Music is Medicine Sing Along
Presented by ✩ Easton Place Medical Centre
Sing along to some holiday classics with the choirs of Selkirk.
NIGHT SHOPPING – WISHME MAKERS’ MARKET
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Gordon Howard Centre | 384 Eveline St. | Free
Presented by ✩ Wishme
Our makers’ market is open during the Friday evening celebrations (and all day Saturday) to help you kickoff your Christmas shopping. View our vendors HERE.
FESTIVE SOUND BATH
8:00 pm | Glow Fitness for Women | 217 Clandeboye Ave. | $5 Drop In
An extra festive sound bath enhanced with holiday lighting, candles, seasonal scents, beautiful sound and Glow’s heated floors.
Saturday, November 22
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
9:00 am – 11:00 am | The Mighty Kiwi | 386 Eveline St. | $7 kids, $14 Adults
Hosted by ✩ The Mighty Kiwi
Supported by ✩ Brad Hirst of Royal Lepage
Come to the pancake bar and visit Santa! Seatings at 9 am and 10 am. First come, first served. Unlimited coffee refills.
NEWCOMERS’ STORYTELLING CAFE
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Knox Presbyterian Church | 341 Eveline St. | FREE
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council
Presented by ✩ the PRHouse
Come to hear lived experiences and cultural stories that affirm the capacity and resilience of newcomers and displaced peoples. This workshop style event includes stories from people who immigrated to our region over the years, and a chance to reflect on your own stories of strength and belonging.
WISHME MAKERS’ MARKET
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Gordon Howard Centre | 384 Eveline St. | FREE
Presented by ✩ Wishme
Get your holiday shopping done early and support local artists.
OPEN STREET
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Manitoba Ave. Between Main Street And Eveline | Free Entry
Manitoba Avenue is open for holiday festivities including:
Zumba with Jan at 12:00 pm!
Big Games and Activities:Hula Hoops ✩ Presented by RRC Polytech
Giant Connect Four
Mini Golf ✩ Presented by One Insurance
Lite Brite ✩ Presented by Access Credit Union
One Trunk Puppet Theatre ✩ Presented by Gerdau
Street Hockey ✩ Presented by Fort Distributors
Sheep Poetry (NEW words for 2025!) ✩ Presented by the RM of St. Clements
Meet Unicorns & Rudolph ✩ Facilitated by Wild Willow Ranch & Rescue
Food Trucks
And more, including …
ART INSTALLATIONS
Supported by ✩ Anish Healing Centre, Lord Selkirk School Division
Come and enjoy the beautiful Indigenous art and light installations on display along Manitoba Avenue from Friday to Saturday.
GIDOOJIJAAKOMINAAN ONJII DIBAAJIMOWINAN – FROM OUR SPIRITS COME STORIES
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council
Presented by ✩ Selkirk & District Community Foundation and Selkirk Community Renewal Corporation
Coordinated by ✩ Jeannie Whitebird, Jacqueline Bercier, and Kat Marsch
Situated around one central sacred fire, the tipi hosts cultural activities and sharing. All are welcome.
HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING WORKSHOPS WITH FLORA CULTURE
12:00 pm & 2:00 pm | The Merch | 383 Eveline St. | From $40
This workshop includes a grapevine wreath base, and a choice of fresh greenery and decor options to use! All supplies are included, and we will guide you along the way. Choose between a 10″wreath or an 18″ wreath size. These wreaths are suitable for outside use and will last well throughout the winter months. Register HERE!
EASEL WARS
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Gwen Fox Gallery | 250 Manitoba Ave. | Free
Hosted by ✩ Gwen Fox Gallery
A walk up painting extravaganza, come join the fun! Each heat is 30 minutes, with the final face-off at 2:30. Prizes for the winner! No registration required, just show up ready to paint, all supplies provided!
SOUP COOK-OFF
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Locations on ticket | Tickets: $20 advance, $25 day of
Presented by ✩ Red River Co-op
Coordinated by ✩ Inclusion Selkirk
Join in the yummy fun and become a citizen judge by sampling over 10 varieties of soup prepared by local chefs competing for bragging rights for the best soup! Tickets available at WishMe (377 Eveline St.)
The winner will be announced at 5:00 pm at Army Navy & Airforce (231 Clandeboye Ave.)!
CRAFTERNOON FOR KIDS (and the young at heart)
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Aboriginal Head Start | 222 Manitoba Ave. | Free
Presented by ✩ Geller’s Design | Build | Landscape
Facilitated by ✩ Interlake Arts Board, Angel the Angel & Cheryl Alexander
Join us for crafts!
RIBBON SKIRT FASHION SHOW
1:00 pm | The Selkirk Stage | Manitoba Ave. between Main and Eveline | Free
Funded by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council, Selkirk & District Community Foundation
Facilitated by ✩ Selkirk Friendship Centre
Join us as we celebrate a fusion of fashion and culture and showcase local artists. Want to take part in the fashion show or sewing workshops? Email bobbie.ymp.sfc@gmail.com for more information.
SECOND ANNUAL BANNOCK COMPETITION
4:00 pm | Army Navy & Airforce | 231 Clandeboye Ave. | Free to watch
Hosted by ✩ Interlake Art Board
Join us for the 2nd Annual Bannock Bake Off! This event celebrates the rich tradition of Bannock making in our community. Gift Card prize and bragging rights for the winners. Don’t miss your chance to be a Bannock Legend!
Registration and Drop-off: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Tasting Time: 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Winner Announced: 6:00 pm
WELCOME WINTER CONCERT PT. 2
Doors open 3:30 pm | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Selkirk United Church | 202 McLean Ave.
Suggested donation $10
Hosted by ✩ the Interlake Choral Association
Join us for Part 2 of the Welcome Winter Concert! Celebrate the season with the Interlake Choral Community. This choral concert will feature several choirs from across the region sharing some winter music and holiday favourites. Only 200 seats.
Tickets are by cash donation or by e-transfer to iychoir@gmail.com
NOBUZ MARKET AND BOOTS & BANTER MOCKTAIL MAIKING WORKSHOPS
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm & 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Nobuz Market | 244 Manitoba Ave. | $25
Shake, stir, and sip your way through a hands on Mocktail Workshop. We will be featuring three seasonal alcohol-free creations that will bring big flavour, all without the buzz. Guests will also enjoy a sampling of our favourite non-alcoholic beer and wine. And here’s the cherry on top – one lucky guest will win a Bar Package valued at $600 provided by Boots & Banter!
Register here for workshop 1: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Register here for workshop 2: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
SOUP COOK-OFF WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT
5:00 pm | Army Navy & Airforce | 231 Clandeboye Ave. | Free to watch
Presented by ✩ Red River Co-op
Coordinated by ✩ Inclusion Selkirk
See if your favourite soup won the coveted first prize position in this annual fan favourite event!
TIME TO SPARE BEFORE FIRE ON THE RED III?
Get a meal at any of our favourite downtown eateries
Mighty Kiwi Juice Bar & Eatery, 386 Eveline St.
Le Saigon Cuisine (Merchant Hotel), 383 Eveline St.
Sake Japanese, 380 Eveline St.
Roxi’s Uptown Cafe / On the Rocks Bar, 219 Manitoba Ave.
N-Joy Cafe 226-C Manitoba Ave.
Lord Spices Fusion, 420 Main St.
Riverboat Family Restaurant, (Selkirk Town Plaza) 366 Main St
FIRE ON THE RED III
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Selkirk Waterfront | Free
Facilitated by ✩ Anvil Tree
Funded in part by ✩ Manitoba Arts Council
Supported by ✩ the City of Selkirk
Don’t miss this inspiring fusion of art, community, and tradition as giant, beautiful, straw sculptures get lit ablaze. The bonfire is a free, outdoor spectacle of ephemeral art along the mighty Red River. Even more exciting: there may be more than one sculpture this time around!
**In case of inclement weather/wind the event may be rescheduled. Follow us on social media for up to date information.
✩ ON YOUR OWN TIME ✩
COMMUNITY CHALKBOARD
214 Manitoba Ave. E | FREE
Stroll down the alley beside Twice Over and share your ideas on this season’s community question: “What is the greatest gift you’ve ever received?”
TREE IT YOURSELF (TIY)
Manitoba Ave. | FREE
Presented by ✩ Canadian Tire Selkirk
Take a walk down Manitoba Ave and vote for your favourite tree decorated by local businesses and organizations. Submit your answers on our website. Win a $100 gift certificate from Canadian Tire, Selkirk. 2025 poll coming soon!
GIFT BASKET RAFFLE
Nov. 21 at 5:00 pm – Nov. 22 at 5:00 pm | Nobüz Market | 244 Manitoba Ave.
Stop by Nobüz for your chance to win incredible prizes! There will be nearly a dozen gift baskets that you could win with offerings from your favourite local businesses including: Three + Tea, Wishme, Total Look Spa, Glow Fitness, Packers, Nobüz Market, Selkirk Animal Hospital, Corner Pocket Games, and more!
Draw will be held on November 22nd at 5pm and winners will be contacted immediately.
SCAVENGER HUNT
Manitoba Ave. | FREE
Complete the scavenger hunt for a chance to win a guided mural tour with Red River North Tourism! The winner will be contacted after November 22nd. Questions can be found on our website the week of Holiday Alley.
2025 WISHME MAKERS’ MARKET
Gordon Howard Centre | 384 Eveline St. | FREE | 2 Floors | 30+ vendors on site
Friday, Nov. 21 – 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Saturday, Nov. 22 – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sponsored by Wishme
Our makers’ market is open during the Friday evening celebrations and all day Saturday to help you kickoff your Christmas shopping! Drop by and support local.
Who is it for?
All ages – Family
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Opening concert: $27.96
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
November 19 to 22, 2025
Opening concert | Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 8:00 PM @ Selkirk United Church, 202 McLean Avenue, Selkirk
Schedule – see here
Venue & Address: Downtown Selkirk
