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THE MANITO AHBEE FESTIVAL AND ABORIGINAL PEOPLES CHOICE MUSIC AWARDS September 9 – 13, 2015 The Manito Ahbee Festival and the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards are a celebration of aboriginal arts, culture and music. This annual festival features events for the whole family with one of the largest powwows in North America, an Indigenous Marketplace and Tradeshow, and the renowned Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards. Tel: 204.956.1849 Email: info@manitoahbee.com www.manitoahbee.com FEMFEST 2015 September 12 – 19, 2015 FemFest 2015: Hear Her Roar is a celebration of plays by women for everyone. In its 13th season, 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 www.sarasvati.ca WINNIPEG INTERNATIONAL WRITERS FESTIVAL September 18 – 26, 2015 THIN AIR is Winnipeg's only annual week-long literary festival, produced for the last 18 years by the Winnipeg International Writers Festival. A veritable week-long book club, there are readings, school shows, and book signings for readers of all ages. THIN AIR features new and established writers, and is enjoyed by thousands of Manitobans of all backgrounds in both English and French. Tel: 204.927.7323 Email: info@thinairwinnipeg.ca www.thinairwinnipeg.ca CULTURE DAYS September 25 – 27, 2015 This three-day cross-Canadian celebration of arts and culture features free activities at numerous culture venues that engage visitors with interactive displays, hands-on experiences, and a discovery of artists and their works. www.mb.culturedays.ca NUIT BLANCHE WINNIPEG September 26, 2015 No Sleep. Only Art. Nuit Blanche Winnipeg is a free all-night exploration and celebration of contemporary art. Artists, galleries, cultural organizations and independent curators create and host their own events around the city. These events are free to the public and encourage and celebrate arts and culture in our community. Nuit Blanche Winnipeg happens annually on either the last Saturday of September or the first Saturday of October, part of Culture Days Manitoba. www.nuitblanchewinnipeg.ca WINNIPEG SANTA CLAUS PARADE November 14, 2015 The Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade combines the magic, wonder and excitement that heralds in the holiday season and wraps it up in one big event. A moving panorama of lights, colour and music, the parade inspires delight in the eyes of children and those who are young at heart. Come to downtown Winnipeg early to enjoy the "Host a Block for Santa" activities along the parade route from 4 p.m. until the 5 p.m. parade start. Plan to stay a little while longer to take in the fantastic entertainment and brilliant fireworks at The Forks following the parade. Email: info@winnipegsantaparade.com www.WinnipegSantaParade.com 2015 GREY CUP November 29, 2015 Canada's most iconic sport championship, the Grey Cup honours a rich tradition from coast to coast. Bringing fans together from across the country, the Grey Cup Festival (November 25-29) features a variety of events such as musical performances, a gala dinner, a parade, a street festival, and many other activities leading up to the 103rd Grey Cup Championship Game at Investors Group Field. Highlighting the trademark hospitality Manitobans are known for, the Grey Cup Festival will have something for everyone, from passionate football fans to families looking to celebrate with their kids. With both ticketed and free events held at various venues in downtown Winnipeg, everyone can share in the Grey Cup spirit! Investor's Group Field, 315 Chancellor Matheson Road – Fort Garry www.103greycupfestival.ca CANAD INNS WINTER WONDERLAND December 4, 2015 – January 2, 2016 Be dazzled by Manitoba's largest drive- through light show. See the sights and a million lights from the warmth and comfort of your vehicle. Now in its 16th year, Winter Wonderland features more than 25 theme areas and displays as big as 125 feet wide and 40 feet high. Open 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily but closed Christmas Day. Free horse-drawn sleigh rides every weekend. Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue – just outside Winnipeg (west) Tel: 204.888.6990 Email: info@redriverex.com www.redriverex.com 28 2015 OFFICIAL VISITOR'S GUIDE Winnipeg