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50 Things to Do This Winter in Manitoba

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 nearly impossible to resist the call of the great outdoors. Read List

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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

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10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Jan 5 to 11

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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

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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,...

10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Dec 22 to 28

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Late December is a magical time in Manitoba. This week brings plenty of reasons to gather, get moving or take a moment to unwind as winter settles across the province. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!

7 Manitoba Made Cocktails to Try This Holiday Season

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'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...

Ways to Ring in the New Year in Manitoba With Events, Parties and Winter Fun for 2026

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New Year’s Eve in Manitoba comes with plenty of ways to celebrate, so pick your vibe and plan your night. December 31, 2025 brings everything from family-friendly and early countdowns to outdoor winter adventures, festive dining, live music, late-night...

Family Fun in Brandon: A Winter Weekend of Adventure and Memories

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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

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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

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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

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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,...

10 Things to Do in Manitoba: Dec 15 to 21

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Music, culture, food and community shine in Manitoba this week. Gather to see live performances and winter adventures or share a meal, these experiences invite you to step outside and make the most of December. Here are 10 things to do this week in...

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

6 Spooky Spots to Explore in Manitoba

Manitoba is home to some of the oldest buildings in Western Canada. Prince of Wales Fort in Churchill is the oldest still-standing establishment in the province, built in the early 1700s, with Lower Fort Garry in Winnipeg following close behind.

5 Amazing Adventures to Have With Your Dog in Manitoba

You don’t have to leave your four-legged friend behind when you explore Manitoba. From scenic hikes to splash-worthy beaches, Manitoba is packed with pet-friendly adventures. We’ve rounded up five adventures where you and your pup can roam, sniff and...

10 Must-See Attractions You Need to Experience in Winnipeg

Planning a trip to Winnipeg this year? No matter when you visit the city, you need to experience these 10 must-see attractions.

10 Indigenous Experiences to Have This Season in Manitoba

Make a plan to connect with the first peoples of the place we all call home through art, history, discussion and exploration.

The ULTIMATE Guide to Polar Bear Season in Churchill, Manitoba

Wildlife enthusiasts know that Manitoba is one of the most magical places in the world to visit in the autumn months. And it's not for the wicked fall foliage. 1000 kilometres north of capital city Winnipeg lies the northern port town of Churchill, made...