FEMFEST
September 14 – 21, 2019
This year will mark the 17th year of
this life-changing theatre. The festival
boasts renowned touring productions
from across the country, while also
providing exposure to our most
talented local female theatre artists.
Tel: 204.586.2236
Email: info@sarasvati.ca
sarasvati.ca
WINNIPEG INTERNATIONAL
WRITERS FESTIVAL
September 20 – 28, 2019
THIN AIR is a literary festival featuring
readings, school shows, and book
signings for readers of all ages. It
is a veritable week-long book club
showcasing new and established
writers, in both English and French,
at venues throughout the city.
Tel: 204.927.7323
Email: info@thinairwinnipeg.ca
thinairwinnipeg.ca
CULTURE DAYS MANITOBA
September 27 – 29, 2019
Join the 10-year Canadian-wide
celebration of arts, and culture
featuring free activities across
Manitoba that engage attendees
with interactive displays, hands-
on experiences, and local artist
discoveries.
mb.culturedays.ca
NUIT BLANCHE WINNIPEG
September 28, 2019
Celebrate 10 years of Nuit Blanche,
a free all-night exploration and
celebration of contemporary art
as part of Culture Days. From dusk
to dawn artists, galleries, cultural
organizations, and independent
curators host free events in
St. Boniface, the Exchange District,
and downtown.
nuitblanchewinnipeg.ca
CENTRAL CANADA
COMIC CON
October 25 – 27, 2019
Central Canada Comic Con celebrates
all things pop culture from comic
books, science fiction, gaming, anime,
horror, fantasy and more. With over
200,000 square feet of exhibitors,
artists, guests, cosplayers, and
attractions, you can be sure this family
friendly event for all ages is one you
don't want to miss.
Tel: 204.786.6554
Email: info@c4con.com
c4winnipeg.com
WINNIPEG SANTA CLAUS
PARADE
November 16, 2019
The Winnipeg Santa Parade combines
the magic, wonder, and excitement
of the holiday season starting with
"Santa's Block Parties," a delightful
array of activities, games, and
entertainment from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.,
and culminates in a parade of moving
lights, colour, and music that starts
at 5 p.m.
Portage Avenue and Young Street to
Westbrook Street
Email: info@winnipegsantaparade.com
WinnipegSantaParade.com
CANAD INNS WINTER
WONDERLAND
November 29, 2019 –
January 4, 2020
Be dazzled by Manitoba's largest
drive-through light show that features
more than 25 theme areas and
displays. See the sights and a million
lights from the warmth and comfort of
your vehicle. Free horse-drawn sleigh
rides every weekend.
Open daily from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
but closed Christmas Day.
Red River Exhibition Park,
3977 Portage Avenue –
Just outside Winnipeg (west)
Tel: 204.888.6990
Email: info@redriverex.com
redriverex.com
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