Touch-a-Truck 2026 returns to Keystone Center Grounds

Families in Brandon are set for a day of hands-on fun as the annual Touch-a-Truck event rolls into the grounds of the Keystone Centre on Saturday, May 23. The popular community event gives children and families the chance to get up close with a wide variety of vehicles, heavy equipment, emergency response units, construction machinery and more.

Running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the family-friendly fundraiser allows kids to climb aboard trucks, honk horns, explore equipment and meet the people who operate the massive machines every day. Organizers say the event continues to grow in popularity each year thanks to its interactive atmosphere and wide range of attractions.

A special quiet hour will take place from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., with reduced noise levels and limited sirens and honking, helping create a more sensory-friendly environment for children and families who may benefit from a calmer experience.

In addition to the vehicles and equipment displays, attendees can also enjoy face painting, bouncy castles, equipment demonstrations and a variety of food options throughout the day. Organizers say proceeds from the event will support Kokums Early Enrichment Programs in Brandon. Admission is $5 per person at the gate, while children aged one and under are admitted free.

The event will take place on the outdoor grounds surrounding the Keystone Centre and is expected to attract hundreds of visitors from Brandon and across western Manitoba.