The Manitoba Electrical Museum's annual exhibit, Watt A Season, shows holiday lighting from the 1880s to today. Young and old will be fascinated by the uses of electricity over the decades.
Six animatronic woodland characters have been added to the restored Fairytale Vignettes, from the late Eaton's legendary downtown store, on display at the Children's Museum. See mama grizzly referee a hockey game between cubs, Paco and Rosa perform a flamenco dance, and polar bear queen Ursa Major preside over Cirque des Etoiles. Cinderella, Three Blind...
The Assiniboine Park Zoo’s annual display, presented by Red River Co-op, transforms the animal kingdom into a magical winter wonderland illuminated by thousands of light installations. Warming fires and performing artists add comfort and joy.
Festive scenes light up the night at Canad Inns Winter Wonderland, Manitoba's largest drive-thru light show. Enjoy the glow from the car while listening to park dedicated programming on 101.1 FM. Access Red River Exhibition Park off festival drive. Advance tickets online at redriverex.com/canad-inns-winter-wonderland or at the gate.
A Year with Frog and Toad follows two best friends as their friendship endures throughout the seasons. Waking from hibernation, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. This show is suitable for ages 5 and up. Call 204-942-8894 or visit mtyp.ca for showtimes and to purchase...
Experience the majesty of Handel’s Messiah with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra at the ambient Knox United Church. The talented CMU Festival Chorus performs Hallelujah chorus along with a score of joyful music that celebrates the timeless story of hope and redemption. Starts at 8pm, Tickets $69 - $140, Knox United Church, 400 Edmonton St, 204-942-4579, wso.ca
Celebrate the holidays with multi-platinum, award winning singer, songwriter, actor and author, Jann Arden as she puts her unique spin on beloved classics, featured on her 2015 release ‘A Jann Arden Christmas’
Local Indigenous artistry and craft of women is celebrated at Pitaw Mino Muskiki, an Indigenous 100% Handmade Market. Expect to find handmade textiles, clothing, jewellery, music literature and baking which supports economic reconciliation, healing and identity. Dec 13 starts at 5pm, Dec 14-15, 10am-5pm, pitawminomuskiki.ca
