Brandon families can mark their calendars—Select Shows is set to bring its Fall Fair to the Keystone Centre this September. The travelling midway, known for its thrilling rides, bright lights, and family-friendly attractions, will once again transform the Keystone grounds into a carnival atmosphere. Visitors can expect classic midway rides, exciting games, and a wide variety of food concessions offering everything from candy apples to mini-donuts. Unlimited ride wristbands will be available for purchase, offering visitors the chance to make the most of the midway. Individual ride tickets will also be sold on-site. The Select Shows Fall Fair runs Thursday, September 12 through Saturday, September 14 in the Keystone Centre’s south parking lot. Admission is free.

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Band will perform a free outdoor concert on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Fusion Credit Union Stage at the Riverbank Discovery Centre. The outdoor concert begins at 6:30 p.m. as part of the City of Brandon’s summer concert series. As the season finale, this performance comes after summer shows featuring local artists like Kates Outlaw, Valdy, and others. The RCAF Band, a 35-member, full-time professional military ensemble, is expected to delight audiences with a mix of rock, pop, and country hits in addition to traditional selections. The event promises a memorable evening of high-caliber music in a beautiful riverside setting—perfect for families and music enthusiasts alike. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy this outdoor celebration of music and civic pride.  

Bank of Montreal will open a new location at 1650 Park Ave. ( former location of Kam Lung ). Currently the location is in the process of being demolished and in 2026 BMO and Firehouse Subs will open beside Wendy's. Further details are not available at this time. Photos courtesy of - Travis Young Productions

Country music fans in Westman will have a rare chance to see one of Canada’s top country stars in an intimate setting this fall. Dallas Smith and his band are set to perform One Night Only (Unplugged) at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Sunday, November 9, 2025. The show is part of Smith’s first-ever all-acoustic tour, offering audiences a stripped-down performance that puts the spotlight on the stories behind the songs. Fans can expect a mix of chart-topping hits, personal anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into his songwriting process. Smith, a multi-award-winning artist known for hits such as Side Effects and Wastin’ Gas, will be joined on stage by his longtime bandmates, including Brock Phillips. Together, they’ll deliver a more personal take on the songs that have made Smith a staple of Canadian country music. The Brandon performance is one of 51 stops across Canada and is generating excitement among local country music fans. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m., with tickets available through the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium box office and online.

A quick recap and image gallery of the Western Canadian Nationals Car Show 2025, held August 1–3 in Brandon, Manitoba: This year’s show—the successor to the former “Super Run”—drew roughly 400 classic and custom vehicles and thousands of spectators, showcasing its status as the Prairie region’s premier automotive event. Vehicles from across Canada—and even the U.S.—rolled into Brandon, highlighting its national and cross‑border appeal. Among the crowd favorites were appearances by automotive stars Mike Hall (Rust Valley Restorers) and Avery Shoaf (Wild Man Garage), Fans lined up for photos and autographs with them at the event. Additional highlights included a cruise night, kids zone, pinup contest, food trucks, and merchandise for sale. All photos by Scramble Studio.