Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Boulevard, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1V1
204.786.6641 wag.ca
Mar 13 & 27, 6:30 pm | free
The Centre for Human Rights Research's annual Critical Conversations speaker series.
Mar 13 the discussion topic is "Indigenous Water, Indigenous Science"
Mar 27 the theme is "Navigating Water Injustice Under Climate Colonialism"
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Mar 20, 7pm | pay-what-you-can
GroundSwell and WAG-Qaumajuq are thrilled to co-present NORTH/SOUTH! This night of music and art features throat songs by Nikki Komaksiutiksak and Caramello Swan, as well as violas and percussion played by Melody McKiver, Jennifer Thiessen, and Ben Reimer. The musicians will collaborate and improvise taking inspiration by Inuit artwork on display in the Main Hall, alongside Wanda Koop's painted series View From Here.
Tickets in advance or at the door. https://www.wag.ca/event/north-south/
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Mar 22 and April 12
Tickets $15 https://www.wag.ca/event/cannes-lions-2024/
Presented annually since 1954, the Cannes Lions are the most prestigious international creative communications awards in the advertising and communications industry. Screenings take place in the Muriel Richardson Auditorium.
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Mar 31
In celebration of National Indigenous Language Day, take yourself on the Indigenous Language Sovereignty: Article 13 Experience—a FREE, self-guided tour. You will follow plaques throughout the Gallery in the Indigenous languages of Inuktitut, Inuttitut, Inuvialuktun, Anishnaabemowin, Nêhiyawêwin, Anishininimowin, Dakota, Dene, and Michif (Métis) displayed with the Language Keeper or Learner who named the space, name pronunciation, and a QR code directing you to a video to learn more about the meaning. We also have a virtual version of this tour available online, led by project manager Casey Koyczan.
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summer art camps for kids https://www.wag.ca/learn/summer-camps/
All camps are for ages 7–11. This year's camp themes:
Storytelling - Set & Costume Design (July 7–July 18)
Miniature Building & Stop Motion (July 21–August 1)
Adventures in Painting (August 5–August 15)
Clay, Sculpture, & Pottery (August 18–August 29)
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Craft Classes
continuing on Thursdays to April 24, 1 - 4 pm
Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre, 119 Sutherland Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R2W 3C9
Thimble Thursdays at MICEC - Weekly Sewing Drop-in with Dené & Danielle
Our staff will be continuing this drop-in style series for community members to bring in their projects, questions, and ideas! We have sewing machines available and materials! Just contact Danielle to reserve a machine!
Dené and Danielle are gearing up for the powwow season and working on their strap dresses!
Is there something specific you want to learn how to make? Let us know!
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Apr 12, 1 pm - 4:30 pm
Prairie Studio Glass, 587 Sargent Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1W6
Tickets prairiestudioglass.com/classes/spring-suncatcher
Registration can be done on our website, in person and over the phone.
Gift Certificates are available.
Make a sun catcher in our workshop with Heather. No experience required.
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Apr 13, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Apr 27, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
May 4, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Three-day Workshop. Participants must attend all three days.
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0N2
Tickets https://manitobamuseum.ca/event/workshop-moccasins-winter2025/
Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch; light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Make your own beaded, fur-trimmed moccasins with artist Gloria Beckman. The workshop will also include a behind the scenes experience that will allow you to view some of the Manitoba Museum’s collection of moccasins and other footwear, with an artifact showcase and talk by Tashina Houle-Schlup, Head of Indigenous Programming and Engagement.
Includes all the supplies you need, and each participant will receive their own supply kit. For more information and for future moccasin workshops, please contact Corinne at CAntoniuk@ManitobaMuseum.ca
Gloria has been teaching moccasin and mukluk workshops for schools, in communities, and for the Manitobah Story Boot School. Spending many years working within Aboriginal language education within the province of Manitoba, she believes in the importance of incorporating various components of cultures and traditions in language learning.
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continuing to March 22
Mennonite Heritage Centre, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd, Winnipeg
The Poetry of Painting project, an ekphrastic show combining art and poetic responses, is an art show with a special event on March 22. The artists are Mavi Brake, Genevie Henderson and Angela Lillico. Luann Hiebert is the poetry juror. There is a variety of poets, including Angeline Janel Schellenberg and Kelly Nickie. Louella Lester has two poems in the show, each prompted by a different Angela Lillico painting.
Mar 21, 7 pm - 8:15 pm
Crescent Arts Centre Winnipeg - CAC Winnipeg, 525 Wardlaw Avenue. Winnipeg, Manitoba
Admission by donation at the door. No advance tickets.
Moonlight Express Vaudeville Revue by Tim Osmond, banjo picker
The Crescent Arts Centre Vaudeville Camp has created another original vaudeville production called "The Moonlight Express" and centres around the history of the train that used to take Winnipeggers to Winnipeg Beach where they could ride the world's biggest wooden roller coaster, the carousel and other rides along the boardwalk.
The parents would inevitably end up in the huge Dance Hall that featured all the finest dance music from the jazz age with the finest Winnipeg musicians.
The ride to and from the beach was an adventure in itself and it is rumoured that all sorts of shenanigans happened on the train - especially on the return trip - which is at night - in the dark - after a night of wild dancing.
I've done comedy, singing & dancing so it was only a matter of time before I tried vaudeville! I love performing. This show gives me a chance to do a bit of each. Well, I've got to go... I hear the Moonlight Express blowing its horn & I don't want to miss my train, after a long work week! I hope that there will be some romance in the air this weekend.
I paid my fare, I don't care if I'm ever comin' back! Toodle-oo & see you soon! ~ Renee Billauer
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Craft Sales
Mar 21, 10 am - 5 pm
VIA Rail Station, 123 Main St, Wpg, MB
Pitaw Mino Muskiki Indigenous Handmade Spring Equinox Market
Celebrate the Spring Equinox with us at the next Indigenous Handmade Market!
Join us for a day of beautiful handmade crafts, delicious food, and live music as we celebrate the arrival of spring. This is a great opportunity to support local Indigenous artists and artisans while enjoying a fun and festive atmosphere. MIIGWETCH to VIA Rail for hosting us.
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March 22, 10 AM - 3 PM
Windsor Park United Church, 1062 Autumnwood Drive
Free admission — @herbivorehavenmarket
Herbivore Haven - Vegan Market
40+ local vegan vendors. Makers, bakers, vintage, activities for kids and more.
Come for the snacks, stay for the vibes, and leave with a tote full of local treasures.
Plant Kitchen and Bakery is a vegan ghost kitchen that runs out of Windsor Park United Church.
Pick up/delivery is available Tues to Fri 1 - 5 pm and Sat 12 - 2 pm. Closed Sun and Mon.
Phone (204) 998-8692 or email plantkitchenorders@hotmail.com to order.
real swanky brings you top-notch subversive embroidery to help horrify your guests. vegan friendly • all plant based materials • thrifted / traded / deadstock textiles. caitlin@realswanky.ca
Catch me at these upcoming markets:
April 12, 10am - 3pm
Fox and Fern Market (Breezy Bend CC), 7620 Roblin Boulevard
$2 (proceeds to @bruceoakerecovery) @fox.and.fern.market
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May 3, 10am-4pm
Spring Handmade Market (Robert A Steen CC), 980 Palmerston Ave
Free admission @robertasteencc
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March 28, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 29, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists Emporium, 580 Roseberry St, Winnipeg, MB R3H 1G4
FREE ENTRY / Complimentary Refreshments: Sip and snack while you shop!
Spring Artisan Market by ARTISTS EMPORIUM
Join us for a vibrant shopping experience featuring unique, handcrafted creations by talented local artists and artisans.
One-of-a-Kind Creations: Original paintings, handcrafted jewelry, stylish accessories, unique clothing, cozy textiles, ceramics, woodwork, and more. Find the perfect gift or treat yourself to something special!
Shop Local, Support Local: Discover local artisans, support small businesses, and take home unique creations that reflect creativity and passion.
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Mar 21 to 23
RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J3
48th Annual Piston Ring's World of Wheels and Adventure Power Product's Cyclerama
Our Special Displays are the "Shooting Star" featuring all Silver/ Gray vehicles (including Motorcycles!), a "More Door " display featuring 4 door cars (excluding Station Wagons).
The Muscle Car Café display featuring original non modified Muscle Cars and Car Clubs in the Club Challenge displays. Don't forget the Adventure Power Products Cyclerama!
Our guests so far include Mike Hall and Avery Shoaf from Netflix's Rust Valley Restorers, as well as AZN & Farmtruck from Discovery Channel's Street Outlaws.
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Live Entertainment
Mar 25, 7 pm
X-Cues, 551 Sargent Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1W4
Pay what you can or want
Come early for a drink and/or a meal. Fine Italian cuisine.
The Circus of Objects’ Theatre of Everyday, by Grant Guy
A cabaret evening of video, shadow and object theatre and performance with Marian Butler, Robert Fordyce, Tadeusz Wierzbicki and Dok Trinaire.
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Apr 5, 2 pm
Millennium Library, 251 Donald Street Carol Shields Auditorium
Drop in, free and all are welcome.
Out Loud at the Library: Braiding Sounds, Sights and Stories
Live music is playing out loud at the library! This enjoyable one-hour concert by Winnipeg Public Library and Virtuosi Concerts will have you smiling, singing, and tapping along.
Jennifer, Joanne, and Nathaniel perform as a trio, braiding together animated video projections of fabric and stitching, prairie-themed poetry, and original cello music to create an immersive experience that will comfort and inspire you!
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March 29 to April 6, 10 am - 4 pm
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0N2
Buy your Spring Break Pass today manitobamuseum.ca/SpringBreak
Hands-on activities, a brand-new Planetarium show, and fun and interactive science!
Journey through time and across Manitoba in the Museum Galleries. Explore a trail of fascinating finds in the Galleries you might not otherwise see and investigate a variety of hands-on, pop-up activities happening all week. Examine fossils millions of years old, touch furs and learn about the animals they came from, experience old fashioned technologies, and more.
Test the universal laws of science and explore the wonders of technology and illusion in the Science Gallery. Learn about the world around you through entertaining hands-on activities where you become the scientist.
Our brand-new Planetarium show, Voyage of the Stars, premiers Saturday, March 29! This family-friendly adventure follows two “stars” – a starfish and a shooting star – as they explore the world above and below the waves and uncover the similarities between space and the sea! Audience favourite Edge of Darkness also returns, with a deeper look at some of the most mysterious places in our solar system: dwarf planets, comets, asteroids, and even Pluto, which orbits the Sun at the “edge of darkness”.
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Book Events
Apr 2, 7 pm
Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art, 460 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0E8
Plug In ICA is delighted to announce an upcoming performance and book launch. Please join us in our bookstore for a performance by Chipo Chipaziwa. Following the performance we will be celebrating the prairie launch of Chipaziwa’s first artist book.
In 'My Mother My Home', Chipaziwa explores utilizing written language and alternative representational forms of art to document her previous performances.
Chipaziwa sets out to use the book format as a means of archiving her performances with/in the absence of her physical body. An experiment in memory, which weaves her past and present relations — that is, as an example of Black ancestrally and Black futurity — in the form of collaboration, in which she is the connecting element.
In 'Slipping Into Slipping Away', Chipaziwa continues her investigation by delving into the intersections of memory, legibility, archives, liminal encounters, and psychoanalysis.
Chipo Chipaziwa is a performance artist whose practice investigates the power dynamic between performer and audience. Chipaziwa currently resides on the unceded territories of the xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ílwətaʔɬ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.
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Apr 5 and 6, 10 am - 3:30 pm
St. James Civic Centre, 2055 Ness Ave
The annual Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library BIG BOOK SALE!
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Apr 14, 6 pm
RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, 375 York Avenue
Tickets cancercarefdn.mb.ca/site/Calendar
Join CancerCare Manitoba Foundation for A Gold-Plated Evening, an inspiring night dedicated to raising essential funds for men's cancer research and care in Manitoba. Indulge in an elegant dinner, enjoy live entertainment and take part in an incredible auction. All in support of advancing cancer care in Manitoba.
Dr. David Szwajcer and Dr. Yale Michaels will share insights on how innovative CAR-T cell research is leading to improved treatment opportunities and the critical role donors play.
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May 24 and 25
Doors Open Winnipeg
Buildings throughout Winnipeg and beyond will open their doors to the public for FREE!
Take part in eye-opening walking tours, tour one-of-a-kind buildings, and explore the city's history through our beautiful built heritage. doorsopenwinnipeg.ca
