Free showing of ‘Polar Express’ Saturday, November 25, 2017 2 p.m. (doors open 1:30 p.m.) Evans Theatre, BU Free (concessions available for purchase) Tree-Lighting Celebration  Saturday, November 25, 2017 4–6 p.m. McMaster Hall entrance (18th Street, behind bus stop) Free Join Brandon University as we light up the campus for the holiday season! Two family-friendly events this Saturday will set a twinkle in many eyes, with a free movie showing, a bonfire with hot chocolate and s’mores, a caroling sing-along with BU School of Music students, and even a chance or two to see Santa Claus. First, a free showing of the movie Polar Express has been organized by the Brandon University Westman Alumni Chapter. It will be shown at the Evans Theatre on Saturday afternoon. Showtime is at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 1:30 p.m. Although there’s no charge for the movie, Evans volunteers will have movie concessions available for purchase. A donation box will also be provided for non-perishable goods to go to the BUSU Food Bank. Once the movie wraps up, a special visit from Saint Nick is planned. Then, starting at 4 p.m., Brandon University will prepare to flip the switch to light up holiday decorations around campus. A fun celebration is planned for the McMaster Hall entrance, just off 18th Street, behind the bus stop, featuring a bonfire with hot chocolate, marshmallows and all the makings for s’mores. Santa is also expected to appear at the bonfire, where his Ho Ho Ho will be joined by students from the BU School of Music who will lead a caroling sing-along. Around dusk, the lights will all be lit up to bring holiday cheer to the campus. That is expected shortly after 5 p.m. The caroling, bonfire and s’mores will continue until around 6 p.m. There is ample street parking available nearby, and Brandon University parking lots are also open and free on Saturday. Please contact BU Communications at Communications@BrandonU.ca with any accessibility considerations.

Back on February the 24th, Snake Oil rocked The 40 and now they are coming back to Brandon to do it all over again.  The show being billed as a "NYE Practice Party" goes Friday December the 29th.  Show time is 8-11 pm at The 40. "Rock Band, Guitar Hero and North American classic rock radio have awakened the masses and their love for the loud rock from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. SNAKE OIL will time warp you to a live ultimate rock show; a night of the Hair Rock, Melodic Rock, Metal, and Classic Rock, delivered LOUD and in your face like the Rock shows you have been missing for years. An interactive show completely themed in the genre!" The show Includes the music of: Aerosmith, Ozzy, Motley Crue, Queen, Alice Cooper, Kiss, Van Halen, Journey, Def Leppard, GnR, White Zombie, Megadeth, Motorhead, Twisted Sister, Scorpions and more.

Brandon Santa Parade 2017 videos, as submitted by Meg Willey.

The Calvary Temple's Singing Christmas Tree will be presenting a total of six performances, over a four day period in December. The Singing Christmas Tree has been a long standing tradition in Brandon, hosting shows since the 70's. The production incorporates an enormous Christmas Tree which houses the 50-person choir. A children's choir, drama, and special visual effects accompany each presentation. Admission is free and an offering will be accepted with 10% of all offerings received going to the Westman Traditional Christmas Dinner. Non-perishable food donations will also be accepted on behalf of the Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. Doors open 1-hour prior to each show. Show-times: Thursday, December 7 & Friday, December 8: 7:00 pm Saturday, December 9: 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm Sunday, December 10: 10:00 am and 3:00 pm (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

Your ticket to the BIGGEST concert dance party in BRANDON has arrived. Don't miss this high energy, interactive concert that will give every boy, girl, and anyone of any age the chance to party like a POPstar. MINI POP KIDS Live is a concert jam-packed with kid-friendly versions of today's BIGGEST hits by pop stars like Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, and so much more.   The Show will be held at the WMCA on Friday, February the 16th. Show time is 7:30 pm. Get your ticket to to a party where everyone is inspired to SING, DANCE and MAKE IT POP alongside the best selling children's POP vocal group in Canada, The MINI POP KIDS. Tickets available at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium Box Office, or by calling 728-9510. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});