The first ever Salamander Summer Music Festival in Brandon kicked off late this afternoon. The 3-day event is taking place at Rideau Park (305 Park Street) and features DJs, local bands, university artists, performance troupes and more! Among the artists scheduled to  appear include: House of Hex, DJ Dirt, DJ Red, Julianna Moore, Full Flannel Jacket, Vertigo/Matt Cory Band, Mitchell Makoons, Jan Ek, Attica Riots and more.  In addition to the live musical performances, a number of activities and attractions are also onsite including food trucks, a mocktail garden, and a vendor village. You still have time to catch the action tonight as Kilushan's closing set is scheduled to take place from 9:30-11pm. Saturday's lineup can be viewed here. Sunday's schedule here.

Following a very long absence, Oktoberfest returns to Shilo. This one day music, culinary and beer festival will take place at the Community Centre Annex (BLDG L-25) on Saturday, October 14. The doors open at 5:30, with the meal scheduled for 7pm and a live German band hitting the stage at 9pm. Tickets ($35ea) to the event go on sale August 1 and will be available at the following locations; all three messes, Mess Admin Office, RCA Museum, and the Carberry Legion. You will also be able to reserve tables for of ten or more by emailing shiloserviceclub@gmail.com.

Food Truck Warz is pleased to announce that Select Shows will once again be on-hand for this year’s event taking place at the Keystone Centre from September 15-17. "Select Shows has become an integral component of Food Truck Warz" said bdnmb.ca's Director of Business Operations Jody Sass. "Jim and Michele, along with their children, operate a clean and well maintained midway which certainly adds to the atmosphere each year." Select Shows has grown to become one of central Canada’s largest midways. They provide a great selection of rides and carnival games for adults, as well as children, ensuring that the whole family can enjoy their experience. A complete list of rides attending, and pricing, will be released closer to the event. For more information on Select Shows please visit their web site. The Facebook event page for Food Truck Warz 2023 can be found here.

The Milk Bar is coming to Food Truck Warz! Elevate your experience by sampling Dairy Farmers of Canada’s complimentary gourmet milkshakes! Choose from three flavourful concoctions, each one shaken up with local ingredients and dairy made with 100% quality Canadian milk. "The event continues to grow, and is gaining more credibility each and every year," said Darryl Wolski, one on the event organizers. "In saying that, we thrilled and eager to have the Dairy Farmers of Canada bring their Milk Bar to Brandon's Food Truck Warz for the first time in 2023." Social Media Links Instagram - @dairyfarmersofcanada, https://www.instagram.com/dairyfarmersofcanada/ Twitter - @dfc_plc, https://twitter.com/dfc_plc Facebook – Dairy Farmers of Canada, https://m.facebook.com/dfcplc Food Truck Warz takes place September 15 – 17, 2023 at the Keystone Centre and will feature 26 Food Trucks from all over Manitoba and Saskatchewan. In addition Select Shows will return to Food Truck Warz. Admission: $5 per person Children 12 & under FREE. Free Parking.

 For the first time since 2016, we are pleased to be hosting The RCMP Musical Ride to recognize the 150th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.  On Tuesday July 25th, 2023 the Virden Community Chamber of Commerce & Virden Agricultural Society will be hosting the RCMP Musical Ride. Join us at the Virden Ag Society Fairgrounds for live entertainment and the Musical Ride. Gates open at 5 pm, entertainment starts at 5:30 and then the ride will begin at 7 pm. A symbol of tradition, honour, and pride, The Musical Ride is a Canadian icon recognized at home and abroad. The Musical Ride supports front-line police operations by building positive relationships, supporting recruiting efforts and promoting the RCMP’s image in communities in Canada and around the world. The troop of up to 32 riders, who are all police officers, and their horses’ perform intricate formations and drills set to music, lasting about 30 minutes. these movements demand the utmost control, timing, and co-ordination. “We are so honoured to be hosting The Musical Ride once again. Seeing our community coming together to enjoy such an amazing spectacle makes us proud,” says, Carla McLean, President of the Virden Community Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are $15.00, with ages 5 and under free. Tickets can be purchased online or at Virden Hi-way Grocery and Flower Attic & Gifts in Virden. Rushed seating will begin at 5pm, limited bleacher seating is available so bring your own lawn chair. https://www.showpass.com/rcmp-musical-ride-virden/