The reunion of the summer is happening this June! Countryfest Homecoming 2024 invites all music enthusiasts, families, and friends to join in the celebration of 35 years of musical heritage and community spirit. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Canada’s most beautiful outdoor amphitheatre on the edge of Riding Mountain National Park, this year's festival promises to be a journey back in time, echoing the cherished memories of the 90s while embracing the vibrant energy of the present. From June 28th to June 30th, 2024, festival-goers will experience an unforgettable lineup of artists, bringing together the best of country, folk, rock, and everything in between.Whether you're reminiscing about the tunes of the past or discovering new favorites, #CFEST2024 has something for everyone. "This year's festival will prove to be more comfortable, more welcoming to families, and more reflective of the festival you knew and loved back in the 90s," says Duane McMaster, President of Dauphin’s Countryfest "Our format of a more intimate festival aims to take us back to our roots, fostering diversity and enriching the value of our community, members, sponsors, volunteers, and patrons." Friday’s Featured Acts: C-Weed Band Quinton Blair Great Canadian Road Trip - ft. Jason McCoy, Doc Walker, and Michelle Wright Carolyn Dawn Johnson Clint Black Saturday’s Featured Acts: 90s Country Ladies - ft. Patricia Conroy, Lisa Brokop, and Beverley Mahood The Frontmen - ft. Larry Stewart of Restless Heart, Richie McDonald of Lonestar, Tim Rushlow of Little Texas Diamond Rio Alabama Harlequin Sunday's Featured Acts: Don Amero Mark Chesnutt Jo Dee Messina Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Join us for a weekend of nostalgia, laughter, and let's make memories together at Countryfest Homecoming 2024! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Countryfest.ca. Follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks: @dauphinscountryfest Tickets are available at countryfest.ca or by calling 1-800-361-7300

Touch-A-Truck Brandon returns to the grounds at the Keystone Centre on June 1, 2024. Touch-A-Truck Brandon is a unique fundraiser that is an interactive, outdoor, family friendly experience, allowing kids to “touch”, climb, explore and discover all kinds of vehicles in a safe environment. A large variety of trucks are on-hand every year including construction, farm, heavy-duty, and emergency vehicles. Once again there will be a QUIET HOUR from 9am-10am, free of sirens, music and honking for those who need it. A canteen serving hotdogs, burgers, bannock dogs, chips and drinks will also be on-hand. The cost is only $5 per person and payable in cash at the gate. Date/time: Saturday, June 1st 2024 from 9-4

The popular Rockin’ The Fields Of Minnedosa  in Minnedosa has announced its 2024 lineup. The annual festival will feature acts listed below. Play Now Main Stage Theory of a Deadman / Amanda Marshall / Colin James / KIM MITCHELL / The Trews / JJ Wilde / Junkhouse / Official Molly Hatchet / Prism / Econoline Crush / TOQUE Heritage Co-op Hilltop Stage TOQUE / Men Without Shame / Hip2BSquare: The Huey Lewis & The News Tribute Band / Who Made Who - a Tribute to AC/DC / Gary Gauch / The Hourhand / REX / Wicked Awesome / Crossroads / Crude City Classics / School of Rock Winnipeg Tickets to the event went on sale December 15.

Fusion Credit Union, a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, invites the public, and all media to a special appearance of the WoofJocks Canine All Stars’. The canines will be greeting the public at the Fusion Credit Union Brandon Branch on Friday, March 22nd from 12:00 to 12:45 pm. “The WoofJocks Canine All Stars’ are back in town to perform at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair and will be making a special appearance at our Brandon branch on Friday,” says Mike Csversko, Business Development and Marketing Manager at Fusion Credit Union. “The public is invited to stop by the branch, meet the dogs and have their picture taken. ”Fusion Credit Union has a long-standing partnership with the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba and has been a Platinum Sponsor of the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair for six years. Their partnership symbolizes a shared commitment to supporting local initiatives such as the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair. “The winter fair has deep roots in the Westman communities, and we’re thrilled to be back again this year supporting the event,” states Csversko. The WoofJocks Canine All Stars’ show takes place each afternoon during the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair. After the show, Fusion hosts a Meet and Greet in Salon A, where fair attendees can meet the dogs and have their picture taken. In addition to the Meet and Greet, Fusion will have a booth in the UCT Pavilion. “We have some fun activities planned at the booth and encourage everyone to stop by, play a game and win a prize,” says Csversko. The Fusion Credit Union Brandon branch is located at Unit E, 1212-18th Street in Brandon, across from the Keystone Centre. More information regarding the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair can be found on the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba’s website at www.provincialexhibition.com.  

Get ready for a finger-lickin’, lip-smackin’ good time, the Western Canaa Rib Fest tour returns to the Riverbank Discovery Centre for three days in May. The annual event is an opportunity for BBQ lovers to enjoy delicious ribs hot off the rack from award winning and professional circuit BBQ experts. In addition to the ribs an assortment of other tasty items can usually be found on the menu’s including juicy chicken, delectable sausages, sweet and savory pulled pork, and a number of accompanying side dishes. In past years, the event also featured a beer tent, live music and a kids zone. The first RibFest in Brandon was held at the Riverbank Discovery Centre in August of 2017. No word, as of yet, as to who the participating “ribbers” will be in 2004. Friday & Saturday May 24-25, 2024 -11am-9pm Sunday May 26, 2024- 11am-7pm Admission: Free