Editor's Pick
Kupalo Fest
Three days of hands-on folk arts, wildcrafting, and Métis jigging in a tiny prairie village near Duck Mountain — camp on-site and bike between stages.
Friday, 19 June
Rainbow Riot: Pride and Punchlines Edition
Gas Station Arts Centre · Winnipeg
Queer comedians take the Gas Station stage for a Pride-season lineup hosted by Les Kiesman — a sharp, celebratory night out.
Tyson Ray Borsboom w/ Pony Gold & Ila Barker
The Handsome Daughter · Winnipeg
Tyson Ray Borsboom rolls into The Handsome Daughter fresh off his new album, with Pony Gold and Ila Barker rounding out a strong folk-country lineup.
USA vs Australia: World Cup 2026 Watch Party
Solace Outpost · Falls Church
Catch the USMNT's World Cup clash with Australia on the big screen at Solace Outpost — grab a seat early, they go fast.
Afrobeats Party with Crayon
DIABLO · Winnipeg
Nigerian Afrobeats star Crayon heads to Diablo for a late-night set worth staying out for.
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Brady Bart & the Mile Markers
Public Domain · Winnipeg
Brady Bart & the Mile Markers take the stage at Public Domain with Paige Drobot sitting in — a good Friday night in a neighbourhood room.
3rd Friday Spades in VA at Nando's
Nando's Peri-Peri Chicken · Fairfax
Monthly spades night at Nando's Mosaic — free parking, cold drinks, and the kind of card-table banter that turns strangers into regulars.
Doubles Volleyball - Competitive A Level at Bluemont Park
Bluemont Park · Arlington
Competitive A-level doubles on Bluemont's grass courts — free pick-up play for strong BB to A players Friday night.
Federal Holiday Happy Hour at Punchbowl Social
Punchbowl Social - Arlington · Arlington
Kick off the Juneteenth long weekend early with fellow locals at Punchbowl's second-floor bar during happy hour.
Pool Boys at Friday Night Live
Friday Night Live! · Herndon
Cover band night at the local beer tent — a reliable Friday ritual for Herndon regulars.
Saturday, 20 June
Editor's Pick
Trans Pride Masquerade Ball
Rainbow Resource Centre · Winnipeg
Masks, pride, and community at Rainbow Resource Centre — a night of celebration for trans folks and their people.
Karaoke Canta Tu Despecho
Kanto Royal Events & Decor · Winnipeg
Belt out heartbreak anthems in Spanish and English with a crowd that's here to feel every word.
Beaverdam Reservoir Park Loop Trail Hike
Beaverdam Reservoir Park · Ashburn
A 7.5-mile flat loop around one of Northern Virginia's largest reservoirs — steady legs required, but the waterside views pay off.
Big Ukrainian Party in Winnipeg
DIABLO · Winnipeg
Ukrainian and international dance music from 9pm at Diablo — round up your crew and clear your Sunday plans.
Posing Workshop with Nadia Li
Henry's Camera · Winnipeg
Learn to pose naturally in front of the lens with photographer Nadia Li — practical skills you'll actually use.
Sunday, 21 June
Editor's Pick
All Abilities Dance Party - CRF Fundraiser
Notre Dame Recreational Centre · Winnipeg
An inclusive dance party where every kid hits the floor — and every ticket supports pediatric rehab in the city.
Editor's Pick
Wings & Wheels
Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada · Winnipeg
Classic cars and aircraft fill the museum grounds — kids can get up close while parents geek out over engines.
Danny's Place - Acoustic Live Set
The Halo Apartments · Winnipeg
Raw vocals and real stories in a living-room-close setting — the kind of set you'll still be thinking about Monday.
Volleyball - Beginner Friendly Social
Roundtree Park · Falls Church
Free outdoor grass volleyball at Roundtree Park — no experience needed, just show up and learn alongside other beginners.
Quilts of Fabrics Pop-Up 2.0
180 De La Cathedrale Ave · Winnipeg
A curated pop-up with new collection reveals and affordable finds — good for a focused afternoon of local fashion shopping.
Tina Turner - Music History Livestream
Stream classic Tina Turner hits with historical context on the 50th anniversary of her pivotal 1976 Dallas escape — a compelling evening in.
Monday, 22 June
Mini Mondays at Children's Museum
Children’s Museum · Winnipeg
Crafts, dramatic play, and sensory fun sized for under-4s — a solid Monday morning with toddlers.
Paint Night at Joe Black Coffee
Joe Black Coffee & Bar · Winnipeg
Guided painting over good coffee — a low-key weeknight for adults who need a creative outlet.
Tuesday, 23 June
Editor's Pick
Interlake Connections - Family Journeys
United Church Selkirk · Selkirk
Real Interlake families share unfiltered stories of struggle and success — the kind of honest community conversation rarely found elsewhere.
Fuckup Nights Winnipeg: Vol 2
Théâtre Cercle Molière - TCM · Winnipeg
Local founders and professionals take the mic to share their real failure stories — candid, often funny, always relatable.
Family Paint Party
IKEA Winnipeg · Winnipeg
Guided painting session for all ages at an unlikely venue — IKEA's spacious setup actually works for this.
Trivia Night at Kilter Brewing
Kilter Brewing Co. · Winnipeg
Eight rounds of pub trivia at one of Winnipeg's best taprooms — grab a pint and a team.
Ready, Set, Register!
West Coast Kids · Winnipeg
West Coast Kids walks expecting parents through building a registry — less overwhelm, more confidence.
Winnipeg Straight Speed Dating Ages 27-34
Torque Brewing · Winnipeg
Skip the apps and meet 10–15 singles face-to-face at Torque Brewing — structured rounds keep things moving.
Ready, Set, Register!
West Coast Kids · Winnipeg
Walk the store with staff who actually know the gear — leave with a registry you feel good about.
The HR Playbook for AI Adoption That Lasts
New Media Manitoba · Winnipeg
A practical workshop for HR teams ready to move past AI buzzwords and build processes that actually stick.
Content Licensing: Navigating Rights in the Age of AI
A niche workshop on licensing templates for archival content — relevant if you work in media or publishing.
Wednesday, 24 June
Editor's Pick
WAG Wednesday Nights
Winnipeg Art Gallery · Winnipeg
Free after-hours access to WAG-Qaumajuq every Wednesday — a genuine mid-week exhale with world-class Inuit art on the walls.
Editor's Pick
BreadBreakers Community Dinner: Dialogue Over Divisions
Reston Community Center Lake Anne · Reston
Neighbors share a meal and real conversation at Lake Anne — the kind of evening that reminds you why you live here.
Paint a Pot
710 Rosser Ave · Brandon
Kids leave with a hand-painted pot and seeds to grow — a quiet, creative afternoon that actually produces something.
AI Incubator
158 Commerce Dr · Winnipeg
A drop-in space for builders and curious minds to workshop AI ideas together — bring a project or just a question.
GameBiz Lab Ideation: Creating a Game Concept
StudioLab xR · Winnipeg
A workshop on the business side of game development — good for aspiring designers who want more than just creative skills.
An Introduction to PDA for Educators
A practical session helping teachers and school staff better understand and support PDA students.
Beers with Engineers
Trans Canada Brewing Co. · Winnipeg
Veeam and HPE engineers talk shop over craft beer — a solid midweek wind-down if you're in tech.
Thursday, 25 June
Editor's Pick
Filipinos in Tech: Careers, Leadership & Community
Saddlery on Market · Winnipeg
Filipino tech professionals share career stories and connect over shared heritage — a rare mix of industry insight and genuine community.
Talk It Up! Preventing Abuse & Staying Safe
Epic Opportunities Training Room · Winnipeg
A timely community session on recognising and preventing abuse — practical, important, and worth an hour of your time.
FamilySearch Centre
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · Winnipeg
Drop in to trace your family tree with free access to genealogy records and staff to help you dig.
CAPS Prairie Shield Speaker's Soiree
101-90 Bole Street · Winnipeg
Mingle with professional speakers over wine and apps — good if you're curious about public speaking or looking to hire one.