Country music fans in Brandon are in for a treat this Valentine's Day as rising star Brayden King brings his "Stayin' Wild Tour" to The 40 on February 14, 2025. The concert, featuring special guest Emma Peterson, is set to start at 9:00 PM CST at The 40, located at 210 18th Street North. Other stops on the tour include Winnipeg, Calgary, Regina, Vancouver & more. Standing at an impressive 6'9", Brayden King hails from Weyburn, Saskatchewan, and has been making waves in the country music scene. He gained national attention by earning a "Golden Ticket" on Season 21 of American Idol and has since released three singles that reached the Top 100 on Canadian Country Radio in 2023. His energetic performances have graced stages at notable events like the Calgary Stampede and Country Thunder Calgary Music Festival. For more information about the event and to stay updated on future performances, you can visit Brayden King's official website. Tickets for the Brandon show can be purchased here. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Brayden King's high-energy show and celebrate Valentine's Day with some great country music.

The annual Dakota Nation Winterfest 2025 took place from January 30 to February 2 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba and the event attracted thousands of attendees from across the province. In a shift from previous years, organizers focused on sports and recreational activities, including hockey, basketball, volleyball, moccasin games, a pool tournament, and monster bingo. Notably, the pow wow, talent show, and jamboree were not part of this year's lineup due to financial considerations. The event's success underscores its significance as a major gathering for Indigenous sports and culture in Manitoba. For a glimpse into the festivities, Scramble Studio captured the following images for bdnmb.ca.

The Snowed In Comedy Tour, now in its sixteenth year, is set to bring laughter to Brandon, Manitoba, on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. The performance will take place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium, located at 205 20th Street. wmca.ca This year's lineup features four acclaimed comedians: Dan Quinn: Winner of the Just for Laughs Canadian Comedy Competition, known for opening for comedians like Rob Schneider and Russell Peters. Paul Myrehaug: Winner of the Great Canadian Laugh Off, bringing his unique comedic style to the stage. Pete Zedlacher: A six-time nominee for the Canadian Comedian of the Year and winner of Sirius XM’s Top Comic, with multiple appearances at Montreal's Just For Laughs Festival. Erica Sigurdson: With over 70 appearances on CBC's "The Debaters," Erica adds her sharp wit and observational humor to the mix. Tickets are available for purchase through the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium's website. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a night of top-tier comedy in Brandon. For more information about the tour and its performers, visit the official Snowed In Comedy Tour website.

The Westman Multicultural Festival returns to Brandon from February 6 to 8, 2025, bringing three days of vibrant cultural celebrations. Featuring 11 pavilions representing countries from around the world, the festival offers visitors an opportunity to experience diverse cultures through traditional performances, authentic cuisine, and immersive exhibits. This year’s lineup includes pavilions from India, Ukraine, Mauritius, the Philippines, Jamaica, Nigeria, Scotland, Palestine, Colombia, El Salvador, and HAMI (Hispanic Association of Manitoba).** With two exceptions*, all pavilions will serve alcohol. New for 2025:  Festival Passport Download and print the Festival Passport from our website, then visit all 11 pavilions to collect a stamp at each one. Once completed, take a picture of your passport and email it to info@gotothepavilions.com. A draw will take place on Friday, February 18, at noon from all completed entries. The lucky winner will receive $500 in cash and a prize package! Festival Kickoff The festival officially opens on Thursday, February 6, at 5:45 PM with an Opening Ceremony at the Ukraine Pavilion. For pavilion locations, schedules, and more details, visit gotothepavilions.com. About the Westman Multicultural Festival A volunteer-driven event, the Westman Multicultural Festival celebrates Brandon’s rich cultural diversity. Through performances, food, and education, the festival fosters community spirit and cultural appreciation. For media inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact: info@gotothepavilions.com Instagram + Facebook:  @wmmfest Colombia pavilion will be located at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 560 13th St. East. Friday, 5 p.m.–midnight; Saturday noon–1 a.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • El Salvador pavilion, North End Community Centre, 1313 Stickney Ave. Thursday, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.; Friday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday 2 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Only non-alcoholic drinks served. • HAMI (Hispanic Association of Manitoba), East End Community Centre, 405 Park St. Friday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.–10 p.m. Only non-alcoholic drinks served. • India pavilion, Grand Salon at the Victoria Inn Hotel, 3550 Victoria Ave. Thursday, 6 p.m.–9 p.m.; Friday 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, noon–10 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • Jamaica pavilion, Firehall Event Venue, 637 Princess Ave. Friday, 5 p.m.–midnight; Saturday, noon–midnight. Alcoholic drinks served. • Mauritius pavilion, Westman Immigrant Services Multicultural Hall, 403 13th St. Friday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, noon–11 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • Nigeria pavilion, Army Navy Air Force Hall, 31 14th St. Friday, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.–11 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • Palestine pavilion, The Backyard on Aberdeen, 1624 13th St. Friday, 5 p.m.–midnight; Saturday, 6 p.m.–midnight. Alcoholic drinks served. • Philippines pavilion, Knox United Church, 451 18th St. Friday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.–10 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • Scotland pavilion, Imperial Ballroom at the Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave. Friday, 6 p.m.–1 a.m.; Saturday, noon–11 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served. • Ukraine pavilion, National Ukrainian Hall, 1133 Stickney Ave. Thursday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m.; Friday, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.– 11 p.m. Alcoholic drinks served.

The Manitoba government is encouraging Manitobans to hit the trails this winter and once again offering free park entry for the entire month of February, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced today. “Manitoba’s provincial parks offer an incredible variety of trails and activities for Manitobans of all ages,” said Moyes. “I am pleased to announce we are waiving the entry fee to all provincial parks for the month of February to make it more affordable for Manitoba families to get outdoors and enjoy all our beautiful provincial parks have to offer.” From groomed paths for cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat biking, snowshoeing and hiking, to exciting spaces like outdoor skating rinks, hockey arenas and toboggan hills, there’s something for everyone, the minister noted. Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park provides free ice-fishing shelters on Lake Winnipeg or Manitobans can head to ski slopes in Asessippi or Whiteshell provincial parks, added the minister. In addition to free park entry, Manitoba Winter Trails Day will be celebrated for the first time on Saturday, Feb. 8. The day will occur annually on the second Saturday in February to showcase the province’s amazing winter trails and activities, celebrate the dedicated partners who create and maintain trails, and inspire Manitobans to embrace the season by enjoying outdoor adventures with family and friends, said Moyes. Manitobans can join park interpreters on Feb. 8 for guided trail adventures in these provincial parks: Birds Hill - embark on a snowshoe trek along the Nimowin Trail to search for animal tracks and signs of wildlife, and learn how creatures thrive during winter. Spruce Woods - take a guided hike on the Epinette Trail to discover the park's unique landscape and its intriguing connection to the spruce forest. Details and registration information for upcoming programs can be found along with more information on winter activities in provincial parks at www.manitobaparks.com. Manitobans are also encouraged to check this website for trail conditions before visiting parks. Trail users are reminded to only use trails for designated activities and never walk on groomed ski tracks, keep dogs on leash and practice the principles of Leave No Trace by removing everything that is brought in. Vehicle permits are not required in provincial parks in February, but Snopasses are still required for snowmobiles using designated trails.