The guys over at Prairie Dawg Entertainment and Cream Clothing are pleased to announce that the one and only Afroman will be live in concert at Houstons on Friday, January 11.  The American hip-hop artist and musician is best known for his hit single 'Because I Got High' which was released in 2001.  The song went on to become a worldwide hit in late 2001 earning Afroman a Grammy nomination for Best Solo Rap Solo Performance in 2002.  His other notable singles include tracks like “Crazy Rap,” “Colt 45” and “Let’s All Get Drunk”.  He has been touring colleges, and cities across the country for the past 15+ years!  Prairie Dawg Entertainment tell bdnmb.ca that "they are excited to drop this announcement and couldn't be more pumped about bringing something this big to our small city". Local support provided by Cypha Diaz, Kairo, Blackout Music, DT, and Nappy.  Regina rapper Pimpton, along with his crazy stage presence, will be the evenings special guest.  Advance tickets are only $20 and can be purchased at Houstons, R Dubz, Cream Clothing and The Clarion Hotel & Suites. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 26th. The Facebook event page can be found here.

The Calvary Temple’s Singing Christmas Tree will be presenting a total of six performances, over a four day period in December. The Singing Christmas Tree has been a long standing tradition in Brandon, hosting shows since the 70’s. The production incorporates an enormous Christmas Tree which houses the 50-person choir. A children’s choir, drama, and special visual effects accompany each presentation. Admission is free and an offering will be accepted with 10% of all offerings received going to the Westman Traditional Christmas Dinner. Non-perishable food donations will also be accepted on behalf of the Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. Doors open 1-hour prior to each show. Show-times: Thursday, December 6 & Friday, December 7: 7:00 pm Saturday, December 8: 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm Sunday, December 9: 10:00 am and 3:00 pm

Sioux Valley Dakota Nation will be holding their annual “Dakota Nation Winterfest” for four days inside Westman Communications Group Place starting January 31, 2019. The event is a long standing tradition in Western Manitoba and is a combination of cultural and aboriginal sports. Now in it's 47th year the festival encompasses activities and events for all age groups including a square dance competition, talent show, basketball, volleyball and moccasin games. One of the more popular events each year is the adult and minor hockey tournaments drawing teams from all over Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. The Sr. Mens hockey tournament is especially popular and brings in players with WHL and Jr. A hockey experience.

Dauphin’s Countryfest is giving away a free concert to a non-profit organization to help raise funds for their community. As a way to give back, and to celebrate their 30th birthday, they want YOUR TOWN to host their pre-birthday PARTY! Dauphin’s Countryfest will provide one lucky Manitoba community with an opportunity to host a country music concert, headlined by Canadian country music legend CHARLIE MAJOR, in the spring of 2019. Dauphin’s Countryfest provides the concert, and the lucky community gets to retain all of the proceeds for their organization. “Leaving your 20’s behind is an exciting milestone that deserves to be celebrated. The Board of Directors and the staff have been having so much fun planning all the ways to celebrate 30 years of running Manitoba’s largest country music festival. We are thrilled to finally be sharing some of our plans with you.” says Ann Ransom, President of Dauphin’s Countryfest, adding “It’s our birthday, but it’s everybody’s party!” All submission details can be found at www.OurBirthdayYourParty.ca The contest opens to all eligible applicants at 9:00 am (CT) on November 14, 2018 and closes at 11:59 pm (CT) on March 31, 2019.

Nov. 13, 2018 (Dauphin, MB) – Canada’s longest running country music festival turns 30! To celebrate, Dauphin’s Countryfest has a full year of surprises and announcements ahead, starting with this incredible line-up that includes both the biggest hit makers of today and Countryfest favorites from the past. Kicking things off on THURSDAY, JUNE 27 on the Bell MTS Stage, the biggest headliner we’ve ever had for a Kick-Off Party, NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND. And the party doesn’t stop there! FRIDAY, JUNE 28 Club Regent Casino & Event Centre Main Stage Stage: Andrew Hyatt Madeline Merlo Brothers Osborne Old Dominion Bell MTS Stage: Chris Buck Band Saturday, June 29 Club Regent Casino & Event Centre Main Stage: SATURDAY, JUNE 29 The Reklaws Chad Brownlee Terri Clark Jason Aldean SUNDAY, JUNE 30 THROWBACK BIRTHDAY BASH Club Regent Casino & Event Centre Main Stage: NEAL MCCOY as our featured host for the day – a Countryfest all-time favorite! Collin Raye Aaron Tippin Sammy Kershaw Charlie Major David Lee Murphy Clay Walker Toby Keith Bell MTS Stage: Doc Walker TICKETS ON SALE: Tickets to Dauphin’s Countryfest 2019 are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased online at www.countryfest.ca, by calling 1-800-361-7300, or in-person at the Dauphin’s Countryfest office (28 2nd Ave NE in Dauphin). Once again the E-Z Pay option is available, letting you split payments into five installments.