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Where to Go Skating in Manitoba This Winter
Skating is one of those winter activities many Manitobans look forward to each year. When lakes and rinks freeze over, smiles tend to follow.If you’re looking to lace up this winter, here are several spots across Manitoba to get skating this season.
Why a Winter Stay at Moonlit Canopy Feels So Grounding
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
A Nordic-inspired Weekday Getaway to Falcon Trails Resort in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: January 26 to February 1
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Late January in Manitoba brings moments that make you want to get out and explore. This week leans into food that's worth driving for and winter activities that can fill an entire afternoon. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!
The Ultimate List of Free Things to Do in Manitoba Any Time of the Year
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Whether you’re planning a weekend at home or exploring somewhere new, Manitoba is full of free things to do any time of the year and the best season to enjoy them. From hiking trails to festivals, public art and historic sites, there are countless ways to...
Stay Somewhere Special: An Indigenous-Inspired Weekend in Winnipeg
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Some hotel stays stand out the moment you arrive and my stay at Wyndham Garden Winnipeg Airport was one of them. The welcome went beyond a friendly check-in and quickly became an experience that felt thoughtful and connected to community. Located on the...
How to Make the Most of Your Birthday in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
The best gifts are time spent together and experiences that create memories. Whether you're looking for a birthday gift for your parent, your partner, or yourself these Manitoba outings will prove that time spent exploring is the best gift of all. So...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: January 19 to 26
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Winter days leave room for plans that feel intentional and well chosen. Find your new favourite spot to eat, watch a live show or spend time outdoors. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!
Rediscover the Holiday Inn Downtown in Winnipeg
A new year calls for new adventures and 2026 might be the year Winnipeg, Manitoba is on your list. In many ways, where you stay shapes your entire travel experience. If you’re looking to stay in the heart of the action, the newly renovated Holiday Inn...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Jan 12 to 18
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
A good week doesn't need to be busy, just well spent. Winter experiences are happening across the province, offering time outdoors, cultural moments and reasons to get out and take part. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!
Discover a French Dogsledding Experience in Manitoba at Harness Adventure Mushing Co.
Harness Adventure Mushing Co. is an authentic dog sledding experience, combining nature and thrills. About 30 minutes east of Winnipeg, Harness Adventure Mushing Co. offers much more than just a winter activity. In Richer, this dog sledding experience,...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Jan 5 to 11
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Some plans are better when they’re simple. Pack for a day trip, skate, ski or a night out, then build the rest of the week around it. If you’re easing back in after the holidays, these ideas make it feel a little lighter. Here are 10 things to do this...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Dec 29 to Jan 4
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
This week has a way of pulling people out to explore, even if it’s just a quick catch-up or a night out. Meet up for a meal, then get outside for some fresh air or plan a small getaway that feels like a reset. Here are 10 things to do this week in...
8 Stunning Manitoba Stays for a Cozy Winter Getaway
Getting a good night’s sleep is the newest trend in travel. Sleep tourism! We’ve done all the deep sleeping for you, checking out Manitoba’s newest crop of sleep spots. From cozy turtle shells to posh-pillowed beds, here’s what we found. And as always,...
7 Manitoba Made Cocktails to Try This Holiday Season
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
'Tis the season for celebrations! We dreamed up seven locally inspired tipples (all featuring Manitoba distilleries or breweries) that will take your holiday celebrations to the next level. Each recipe is an invitation to discover the people and places...
Family Fun in Brandon: A Winter Weekend of Adventure and Memories
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
In the winter months, it's easy to stay home and dream of warmer adventures — but getaways and adventures can happen in any season!
5 of the Best Spots to Go Manitobogganing This Winter
What's your favourite way to fly down a hill at wild speeds? Maybe you like zooming down on a saucer or prefer the classic toboggan—whatever you chose, we've got options for you!
11 Obscure Winter Sports in Manitoba That You Need to Try
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Manitobans have learned to get creative with the snowy season. After all, it sticks around here for a bit, and you can't exactly hibernate all winter long. Learn about these winter obscure sports - perhaps only found in Manitoba - that keep us...
10 Places for Family Fun This Season
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Families who play together, stay together. Embrace winter in Manitoba by planning some family activities—both indoors and outdoors—that will have you enjoying the snowy season with some extra laughs.
6 Manitoba Whisky Cocktails Sure to Warm You Up This Winter
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
This winter, toast your guests with one or two (or all) of these fun, festive Manitoba-inspired cocktails. All of our drink recipes require Canada’s best—no, make that the world’s best—whisky, Crown Royal, which is distilled right here at home in Gimli,...
Stuff Stockings With These Made-in-Manitoba Treats
Wondering what to get the foodie on your list? Stuff those stockings with made-in-Manitoba goodies!
10 Ways Thompson Calls You North in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 3-5 minutes
Thompson meets you with the scent of pine, the sweep of the boreal forest and a horizon shaped by ancient rock and endless sky. It is a place where rivers spill into waterfalls, where lakes hold the colours of sunrise and where culture, community and...
Exciting Culinary Experiences to Have this Winter in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
When the temperature drops, Manitoba’s food scene heats up. From fine dining on the tundra to sampling the province’s best poutines or sipping a caribou cocktail out of an ice glass, there’s plenty of amazing foodie experiences to have this winter in...
9 Fascinating Facts about Polar Bears
There’s something magical about Churchill.
Three Must-Do Winter Activities for Francophone Families in Manitoba
Manitoba has a reputation as a province with a long winter season and it's true. But that's also what makes the season so unique. Here, the cold brings people together, the snow transforms the landscapes and every outing becomes a little adventure. On...
10 Local Stores to Shop for the Perfect Gift This Season
Shopping at these 10 Manitoba stores means there's no need for returns, regrets or extravagant shipping fees.
10 Holiday Gift Ideas From Local Indigenous Makers and Shops
Get going on your holiday shopping with this curated selection by Indigenous makers right here in Manitoba. From carving and clothing to jewelry and candles—and a huge selection of moccasins and mukluks, we’ve done the pre-shop research for you!
13 Fun and Festive Things to Do in Manitoba
There's no place like home for the holidays. But whether you're a local or just visiting, it's easy to get into the spirit of the season in Manitoba. From enchanting lights to heartwarming performances, the province comes alive each November and December...
Too Much Stuff? 10 Manitoba Experiences to Give Instead This Holiday Season
For the special person in your life who already has a collection of gizmos and gadgets aplenty, choose to gift these Manitoba experiences instead.
Meet Your 2026 Manitoba Adventure Dogs
It's finally time to meet your official 2026 Manitoba Adventure Dog!
15 Manitoba Bookstores You’ll Want to Get Lost In
In my humble opinion, nothing says “local love” quite like a small and quirky bookstore. In Winnipeg, you can wander into expansive libraries with thoughtfully curated collections, while small town shops offer spaces that feel like hidden treasures. Each...
Embrace the Wonders of Flin Flon, Manitoba this Winter
Embrace the captivating charm of Flin Flon, Manitoba, where a blend of history and nature awaits. This city offers an array of attractions just waiting to be discovered. Here are 7 things you can do in Flin Flon this winter!
Your Guide to the 2025 Grey Cup Festival in Winnipeg
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Get ready Manitoba! Football fever is coming to Winnipeg and we’re ready for a week of high-energy fun, live music, food and community celebration. From November 10 to 16, the 2025 Grey Cup Festival is taking over the city. Fans from across the country...
Meet Manitoba's Emblem at FortWhyte Alive on a French Walking Tour
You don't have to go far to feel like you're surrounded by nature. Just a short drive from Winnipeg's downtown region, FortWhyte Alive welcomes you to a vast prairie where the wind, birds and bison live at the same pace. There, time slows down, the...
10 Ways to Find Rest and Relaxation This Winter
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Whether you’re looking for a full thermal experience, a soothing massage or a cozy sauna session, these spas offer the perfect retreat from the cold. Indulge in everything from mineral-rich soaks to invigorating hamam rituals and let the stresses of the...
10 Manitoba Cabins, B&Bs and Unique Stays That Are Open Year-Round
Stunning getaways are a year-round thing in Manitoba. Whether you're looking for the perfect fall getaway or a cozy wintertime hibernation stay, check out these 10 cabins, B&Bs and unique stays that are open for bookings for every season.
After Dark: An Adults-Only Night at The Leaf
The Leaf After Dark invites adults to explore Winnipeg’s lush indoor gardens by night. Sip wine, listen to live jazz and wander tropical and Mediterranean biomes beneath Canada’s tallest indoor waterfall. Hosted by Assiniboine Park Conservancy, this...
Where, When and How to See Northern Lights in Churchill, Manitoba
Few experiences stir the heart quite like watching the northern lights dance across the subarctic sky. As ribbons of green and violet shimmer overhead, time seems to pause. Many visitors describe it as humbling and awe-inspiring — a moment where you feel...
A Wintry Weekend in The Pas
Enjoy a true Manitoba winter escape in The Pas. Nestled in Treaty 5 territory alongside the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, this gateway town offers cozy lodging, snow-covered trails, and the lively Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival. Whether you’re skiing,...
12 Places to Strap on your Skis this Winter in Manitoba
Manitoba’s landscape is ideal for dipping through forested areas on cross-country skis but that doesn’t mean we don’t also have some mean downhill slopes as well. From bunny hills and black diamonds to dips, dives and straightaways, Manitoba’s winter...
10 Places to Snowmobile in Manitoba
There are many reasons why snowmobilers love Manitoba — the dense forest, the wide open lakes and the abundance of snow are just a few.
50 Things to Do This Winter in Manitoba
Bright blue skies. Fresh white snow. Crisp clean air. It’s winter in Manitoba and time to play outside. Whether you slide into skis, hop on a snowmobile, lace up skates, drop a fishing line or tie up a pair of snowshoes, our wide-open spaces make it...
11 Places to Hike and Skate in Manitoba this Winter
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Strap on your snowshoes or lace up your skates, Manitoba's winter trails are calling and they're a great way to stay active throughout the season.
9 Manitoba Hardwater Adventures For Those Who Have Never Been Ice Fishing
Every winter, thousands of fishing enthusiasts descend on Manitoba's frozen waterways for some good ol' hard water angling. And while there are endless lakes and rivers to set up on, these 9 ice fishing adventures provide all the fixings for when your...
10 Spots in Manitoba to Grab Grub and Watch the Game
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
What better way to enjoy the play-by-play on the big screen than with great grub and good company. We know there is no food quite like game day food. You've got the crunchy, the crispy, the hearty, the zesty, and oh, don't forget the heat! Baseball,...
12 Dog-Friendly Accommodations in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Looking for a paw-some getaway in Manitoba? Don't leave your pup behind! Check out our list of 12 dog-friendly accommodations in the province, with plenty of adventure nearby. Be sure to follow all local rules and regulations. Please note that this list...
8 Thought-Provoking Indigenous Art Galleries and Museums to Visit This Fall and Winter
Art installations that make you stop in your steps. Interactive displays that cause moments of deep reflection. Joyous discoveries of histories you thought you knew.
