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/

The Westman Multicultural Festival will be hosting a one day Summer Multicultural Celebration at the Riverbank Discovery Centre on Saturday, July 29th. The event is set to include live musical performances, dance, and other forms of entertainment as well as a number of different food vendors serving traditional foods. The event will run from 10am-10pm and a contingent of groups are to be represented including Ukrainian, Scottish, Filipino, and more. 

Countryfest, Canada’s longest-running country music festival took place this past weekend in Dauphin. Over 50 bands took to the 3-stages including John Fogerty, Dierks Bentley, Walker Hayes, Tenille Townes, Tim Hicks, James Barker Band, Robyn Ottoli, Honeymoon Suite, Blue Rodeo and several others. In addition to the music, the festival also features a number of other attractions/activities including food trucks, a campground contest, shopping from the many vendors, a perogy eating contest, a sports bar, beach volleyball and more.

Canada Day celebrations returned to the Brandon Riverbank in 2023, with activities (face painting, Canine Stars, children’s entertainment, Indigenous performances) starting at 10:00am.  The fun filled day also included a number of local bands on the Fusion Credit Union Stage and the popular fireworks show at dusk.

Splish Splash Minnedosa, Manitoba's very first floating water park, opens for the season today.  Located on the beautiful Minnedosa Beach, the inflatable structure is equipped with a jumping pillow, big slide, trampoline, balance beam, jungle bar & more. Splish Splash Water Park first opened in Minnedosa in June of 2019. For pricing details and more information, click here to visit their website. Open 7 days per week, 12pm-8:15pm.