WINNIPEG – The nation’s premier bull riding series, PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Canada’s elite Monster Energy Tour will launch in Winnipeg on January 26th with the Winnipeg Classic. The event features Canada’s best riders alongside some of the league’s top international athletes, squaring off against the rankest bucking bulls from the nation. Fans will witness…
Assiniboine Park Zoo Holding “Zookeeper for a Day” Contest
Assiniboine Park Zoo will celebrate Zookeeper Weekend on Saturday, July 21 and Sunday, July 22 in honour of National Zookeeper Week. As a part of the celebration, the Zoo is holding a “Zookeeper for a Day” contest for children ages 12 and under. To enter, kids must write a short paragraph explaining why they would…
Sir Paul McCartney to Play Winnipeg in September
A Legendary singer-songwriter who hasn’t been in Winnipeg since 2013 will will return this fall. Sir Paul McCartney is set to play Bell MTS Place on September 28th as part of his Freshen Up tour. McCartney has a new album call Egypt Station that is due to be released in early September. Presale tickets become…
First Ever Downtown Winnipeg Night Market
WINNIPEG – A Friday night first as Downtown Winnipeg BIZ is hosting its first ever Night Market. The Biz says It’s like their very popular Downtown Winnipeg Farmers’ Market, but offers so much more in the way of entertainment and options. “Kennedy Street between Portage and Graham as well as Manitoba Hydro Plaza will be…
Classic Rocker Legendary Band, Sweet, Will Play Winnipeg
WINNIPEG – Classic Rocks fans will want to put this in their calendar, Sweet will play the Burton Cummings Theatre on October 18. Legendary rock band shot to the top of the charts in the 1970’s with a number of hits. Here’s a few you will remember; “Ballroom Blitz”, “Fox on the Run”, “Love is…
The Summer Entertainment Series at Assiniboine Park
WINNIPEG – The Summer Entertainment Series is returning to Assiniboine Park. The series kicks off this Thursday, June 21 at 7:00PM with the second annual International Yoga Day at the Park at the Lyric Theatre. “We are so excited to have such a diverse and talented lineup of music and events throughout the Park this…
The Domo Trolley Connecting Assiniboine Park and Zoo with The Forks
WINNIPEG – The Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) launchED an improved and expanded public transit service for Park and Zoo visitors. The new Domo Trolley at Assiniboine Park will provide free transportation connecting Assiniboine Park and Zoo with The Forks. The service is available now and is provided free of charge, made possible through sponsor support.…
Roads That are Closed Today for Manitoba Marathon
WINNIPEG – If you were planning on a Sunday drive today take note that several roads are closed for the Manitoba Marathon. You can expect traffic impacts and delays during the marathon. Give yourself a little more travel time and detour via Kenaston Boulevard instead of using Pembina Highway. Sunday from 7:00AM until noon access…
The Night Market is Back at The Downs
WINNIPEG – Last summer, The Night Markets at Assinboia Downs were all sensational successes. This summer, the first Night Market of the year will be bigger and better than ever. In fact, there will be Megabots with light sabres in a dazzling light show, free samples of locally-produced dill-pickle and rhubarb flavoured vodka, The Beatles…
Fitness in the Park Weekdays in Downtown Winnipeg
WINNIPEG – Looking for something different to do during the lunch hour in Downtown Winnipeg? Try Fitness in the Park, it’s is open to everyone and it’s absolutely free. “This is a service we absolutely love because it really is about making the most of the summer in downtown Winnipeg, and getting the most of…