I. Family & Kids Activities
1. The Little Mermaid
Take part in a fun underwater adventure along with magical characters and get ready to dance to the exotic new rhythms of the sea! The show features more than 10 magical characters! The musical features many songs as well as numerous decor and costume changes in order to keep young and old surprised and amazed all the way through the show. Details
West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Avenue, Winnipe
2. Goose on the Loose
There’s a goose on the loose! Help us find the missing goose during a family-oriented scavenger hunt throughout the marsh. Gather clues and participate in fun challenges to solve the mystery and be the first one to find the whereabouts of our goose on the loose. Details
Oak Hammock Marsh
3. Canada’s Parks Day
In Manitoba’s provincial parks, we celebrate with numerous special events and programs, along with complimentary park entry for the weekend of Canada’s Parks Day (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) – no vehicle permits are required! (Camping fees still apply). Park Interpreters lead the fun all weekend long with themed amphitheatre presentations, campfire talks and guided hikes. Interpretive programs are available this weekend at Birds Hill, Hecla/Grindstone, Grand Beach, Saint Norbert, St. Malo Spruce Woods and Whiteshell provincial parks. Details
Manitoba Provincial Parks
4. Birds Hill Park’s 50th Anniversary
Birds Hill Park turns 50 and you’re invited to the party! Celebrate with the ParkInterpreters with exciting activities, entertainment and refreshments. Look back at the past 50 years and discover how the park has evolved into Manitoba’s busiest provincial park! Details
Overlook Site on North Dr, Birds Hill Park
More To Do
II. Live Music
1. Erika Fowler
Folk Fest at 510. Details
Free
2. The Honeysliders
Summer Concert Series. Details
Free
3. Soca Reggae Festival
The Winnipeg Soca Reggae Music Festival is a celebration of Soca Reggae, Calypso and revelry mixed together with Caribbean flavours. Details
Daily Entrance Admission is $ 10.00/Person
Children 12yrs and Under Free with Parental Supervision!!
4. Summer Entertainment Series
Sunday, July 16 | 7:00 PM | Cecile Brown with Ego Spank
Free
5. The Rewind Band
Corydon Avenue B.I.Z. Concert Series. Details
Free
6. Arif Lohar
Punjabi Folk and Sufi Singer. Details
Free
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
1. Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Howard Ashman. Details
IV. Sports
1. Winnipeg National Bank Challenger
Women’s (ITF) and Men’s (ATP) professional tennis tournament. The tournament is the third largest in Canada behind the Rogers Cup and Granby Challenger. Details
Daily Pass: $5
Week Pass: $25
Free admission for July 8 and 9 qualifying rounds
2. MEC Winnipeg Race
The MEC Winnipeg Race Series continues with our incredibly popular, annual Trail Run! Professional, fun and accessible, we pride ourselves on providing you with the absolute best racing experience possible for an affordable price. Details
Advance Registration $15
Same Day Registration $25
3.Winnipeg Goldeyes
$10 – $22
V. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
1. Blues Blanc Rouge – A celebration of Bastille Day
Blues Blanc Rouge is the ideal way to mark this special occasion. This public event consists of concerts, DJs, artisanal cheese and French wine tastings. This event will give Francophones and Anglophones an opportunity to reunite and celebrate Bastille Day in an original and cultural environment. Details
Jardin des scultpures, 219 Provencher Blvd., Winnipeg
2. In Riels Footsteps
Manitoba Underground Opera is excited to host High Tea! Enjoy an afternoon concert while sipping local tea and eating scrumptious snacks. Come dressed in your Sunday best to enjoy traditional High Tea and opera in style! Details
Musée de Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg
3. Juried Art Show & Party
15th Annual Manitoba Rural & Northern Juried Art Show & Party: An afternoon of art tours, circus fun and an awards reception recognizing rural and northern artists, celebrating the 15th year of the Rural and Northern Juried Art Show, a month-long exhibition supported by the Downtown BIZ and Assiniboine Credit Union. Details
The Edge Gallery & Urban Centre, 210-611 Main Street, Winnipeg
4. Manitoba Night Market & Festival
Join us for a full day and night, filled with activities and excitement including crafts from local artisans, gourmet food from local food trucks, live music, beer gardens, kid’s activities, buskers and more! Details
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
5. Founding Nations Pow Wow
Founding Nations hosts the annual pow wow events at The Forks to showcase the beauty and styles of the dances from the aboriginal communities in Manitoba. Details
The Forks – Oodena Celebration Circle, Winnipeg
6. Magical Musical History Tour
Roll up for the 6th annual tour season of the Magical Musical History Tour! Join local music historian and author John Einarson as he guides you through the streets of Winnipeg on a very unique one-of-a-kind tour of the city’s illustrious rock ‘n’ roll history. Details
Winnipeg
Henry Ford Birthday Show & Shine @ Rona Home & Garden Centre on Sunday, July 16, 2017
7. Monarch Butterfly Festival
The 11th annual festival has many activities to enjoy, including presentations by local scientists, storytelling, displays of live monarchs, crafts, guided hikes, a native prairie plant sale with Prairie Flora, and more! Details
Living Prairie Museum, Winnipeg
8. Festivals for a Day Trip/Getaway
- Carman Country Fair – July 13 – 15, 2017
- Frog Follies & Agricultural Fair – July 13 – 16, 2017
- Pinawa Birthday Celebration – July 14 – 16, 2017
- Hot Spot Festival – July 14 – 15, 2017
- Cheyenne Summer Festival – July 14 – 15, 2017
- Arborg Fair & Rodeo – July 14 – 16, 2017
- Barrows 4th Annual Gospel Jamboree – July 14 – 16, 2017
- Gardenton Ukrainian Festival – July 15, 2017
- Manitoba Gospel Music Jamboree – July 15 – 16, 2017