WINNIPEG INTERNATIONAL
WRITERS FESTIVAL
September 22 – 30, 2018
THIN AIR is a literary festival featuring
readings, school shows, and book
signings for readers of all ages. It
is a veritable weeklong 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
www.thinairwinnipeg.ca
CULTURE DAYS MANITOBA
September 28 – 30, 2018
A cross-Canadian celebration of arts
and culture featuring free activities
at numerous venues that engage
attendees with interactive displays,
hands-on experiences, and a discovery
of artists and their works.
www.mb.culturedays.ca
NUIT BLANCHE WINNIPEG
September 29, 2018
Nuit Blanche is 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.
www.nuitblanchewinnipeg.ca
CENTRAL CANADA
COMIC CON
October 26 – 28, 2018
Central Canada Comic Con celebrates
all things pop culture from comic
books, science fiction, gaming, anime,
horror, fantasy and more. With over
200,000 sq. ft. 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
www.c4winnipeg.com
WINNIPEG SANTA CLAUS
PARADE
November 17, 2018
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 & Young Street to
Portage Avenue & Main Street
Email: info@winnipegsantaparade.com
www.WinnipegSantaParade.com
CANAD INNS WINTER
WONDERLAND
November 30, 2018 –
January 5, 2019
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
www.redriverex.com
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