Canada Day, Countryfest and Rock of Ages: What's on this weekend in Manitoba
Colleen Bready shares some of the events taking place across Manitoba between June 27 and 29, 2025.
What's on this weekend in Manitoba: June 27-29
Here are some of the events taking place between June 26 and 29 across Manitoba.
Dauphin
June 26-29
Dust off the cowboy hat and break out the boots, Canada's longest-running country music festival kicks off the summer with a star studded lineup, including John Michael Montgomery, Lonestar, Josh Ross, Jordan Davis, the Road Hammers and more. Tickets required.
Rainbow Stage
June 25-July 12
The story of a small-town girl and city boy set to an '80s rock soundtrack that will make you want to sing along. Tickets required.
sākihiwē festival
Various Venues
June 26-29
Four days of performances, block parties, markets and more. Country singer Jade Turner will headline the Central Park Block Party, while Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre celebrates its 40th anniversary with a free concert and BBQ lunch.
Tin Whistle Park, Beausejour
June 29, 1 p.m.
First ever Pride for the Southeastern Manitoba town.
Dauphin
June 27-29
Chucks and chariot racing, livestock shows, a parade, midway and more. Tickets required.
Killarney Ag Grounds
June 27-29
A parade, chuckwagon races, kids activities and a whole lot of fun. Tickets required.
Miami Ag Grounds
June 27-29
The Miami Fair features the Heartland Rodeo, sheep and cattle shows, bouncy castles and more.
MacGregor Fair Grounds
June 27-29
A cherished event tracing its routes back to 1885, this year's fair includes horse games, live bands, a kids' parade, food booths and even more fun.
Flin Flon
June 27-July 1
Fishing derby, fish fry, Canada Day parade, fireworks and a regatta are among the events scheduled for this year's Trout Festival. Details subject to change.
Loveville Music Festival 2025
Assiniboia Downs
June 28
The biggest Afrobeat festival in central Canada. Tickets required.
Red River Exhibition Park
June 29-30
A celebration of electronic music. Tickets required.
The Forks
June 22-30
11 days celebrating the cultures that make up Manitoba and Canada. Each day put the focus on a different treaty region.
Winnipeg Beach
June 28-July 1
Winnipeg Beach gets the Canada Day party started early with family activities, live bands, a road hockey tournament, fireworks and more.
Lac Du Bonnet
June 27-29
The Lac du Bonnet Lions Club hosts an early Canada Day celebration with a parade, midway, car show, fireworks and more.
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
June 28, 5 p.m.
A free screening of a film taking a closer look at the complex history of LGBTQ2S+ rights in Canada. Attendees will also have the chance to explore the Love in a Danger Time: Canada's LGBT Purge exhibit and take part in a Q and A. Registration required.
Gas Station Arts Centre
June 28, 6:30 p.m.
Plan a pawsitively purrfect evening with 13 films featuring felines. Tickets required.
Brokenhead Wetland Interpretive Trail, about 5 km north of Scanterbury
June 28, 2025
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Brokenhead Wetland Interpretive Trail with ceremony, storytelling, guided tours and a shared meal. Cash donations accepted.
WAG-Qaumajuq
June 26-29
A showcase of beautifully crafted trees among the art gallery's collection in celebration of The Bonsai Society of Winnipeg's 40th anniversary.
Richer
June 28
An open-air market on the grounds of a historic site featuring yarn crafts, upcycles treasures, local jewellery, sweet treats and products from local farmers.
St. Andrews Rectory & Heritage Centre
June 29
Shop a variety of handmade goods from local vendors, take part in some games or tour the museum.
Artisans at the Beach Festival
Grand Marais
June 29
Grand Maris Community Central hosts their 2nd Annual Artisans at the Beach Festival, focusing on local artists and makers.
Folkroots Cultural Fest 2025
Centennial Concert Hall
June 28, 5 p.m.
The 8th Annual Folkroots Cultural Fest features a Punjabi Folk Dance Exhibition, Bhangra, live folk music and more. Tickets required.
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
Centennial Concert Hall
June 29, 8 p.m.
Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray put their improv talents to the test with witty scenes and audience participation. Tickets required.
RISE Musical Theatre presents: The REMIX
Prairie Theatre Exchange
June 28, 2 & 7 p.m.
RISE Musical Theatre Company presents its first-ever choreographed showcase spotlighting 10 local hip hop and dance choreographers and a live singer. Tickets required.
Shakespeare in the Ruins: Macbeth
Trappist Monastery Provincial Heritage Park
June 5-July 5
SIR's new season takes a break from comedies and romances to feature one of the Bard's finest tragedies. Tickets required.
Shakespeare in the Ruins: Waiting for Godot
Trappist Monastery Provincial Heritage Park
June 13-July 6
SIR brings us Samuel Beckett's masterpiece about two men waiting for someone or something. Tickets required.
Tommy Mellor
Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club Tickets:
June 24-28
Calgary comedian Tommy Mellor is known for his deadpan delivery and unique perspectives. Tickets required.
Mitch VK, Doug Koning, Max Sheldrick
The Basement Comedy Lounge
June 27-28
The Hot as Heck Tour features three rising comedians. Tickets required.
Winnipeg Sea Bears vs Scarborough Shooting Stars
Canada Life Centre
June 27, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets required.
Come cheer on the Sea Bears in elite basketball action.
Corydon Ave. & Hugo St. N.
June 27, 7 pm
Band: The triCorders
Corydon Ave. & Cockburn St. S.
June 28, 7 pm
Band: Vintage Groove
Enjoy live music and the other sights and sounds of Corydon Avenue.
Winnipeg Beach
June 28, 7 p.m.
Band: Jesse Bandura
Rock & Country
June 30, 7 p.m.
Band: Jivetown
Rock
Winnipeg Beach kicks off its summertime Bandstand Performance Series with a pair of performances steps away from the boardwalk.
Gimli Harbour
June 28, 7:30 p.m.
Band: The Nooners
June 29, 7:30 p.m.
Band: The Biivvers
June 30, 7:30 p.m.
Band: Damn Straight
July 1, 8 p.m.
Band: Free Ride
Enjoy 4 evenings of live music with Gimli harbour as a backdrop.
Pine Fort Days
Visitor Centre, Spruce Woods Provincial Park
June 27–29
Step back in time and explore a living history camp from the 1700s with cannon and musket displays, fur trading guests and a Choose Your Own Adventure program.
Bannock Bake Campfire Talk
Gull Harbour
June 28, 8 p.m.
Learn about the importance of bannock to the Indigenous people and then make some of your own.
Forester for the Day
Max Lake Group Use Area, Morton
June 28, 10 a.m.
Learn the history of a unique plantation of softwood trees in the Turtle Mountain area. Wear sturdy walking shoes.
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