10 Things to Do in Manitoba: September 2 to 8

Posted August 30, 2024 | Author Desiree Rantala

September, September...surely a month to remember! Tours and trails, beers, burgers and bikepacking, fall fun on the farm and snow filled desserts. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!

Flin Flon

1. Take a Trip on This New Trail

Introducing the new Explore Flin Flon Trail, a FREE mobile pass that lets you check in at 21 unique locations across the city and earn rewards. Vibrant arts, endless wilderness and unforgettable outdoor adventures await. Check in at 18 spots to earn your Digital Explorer Certificate. Check in at all 21 and you'll receive Flin Flon-themed stickers! Explore iconic spots like the Flinty Statue, NorVA Centre and The Hundred Stairs. Ready to start your journey? Download the free trail now and let Flin Flon surprise you.

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Obsolete Brewing Co. Dauphin

2. Cheers with Beers

The Parkland is home to a brand new award-winning brewery, Obsolete Brewing Co! Found in Dauphin, Obsolete Brewing is bountiful beers on tap, game nights, merch and more. Their large outdoor patio hosts culinary trucks during the summer while their expansive indoor taproom is home to open mic nights and weekend hustle.

Head to Obsolete Brewing

Mennonite Heritage Village, Steinbach

3. Find Your Way to Fall on the Farm

September 2

Join the Mennonite Heritage Village for Fall on the Farm 2024! Celebrate the last weekend of summer with their diverse Cultures Stage and Food Vendors. Enjoy the harvest season with heritage demonstrations, Mennonite food, wagon rides, barrel train, candy booth and much more. See you there from 9AM to 5PM!

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Snow & Moon Dessert Cafe, Winnipeg

4. Sneak Over to Snow & Moon

Say hello to sweet Korean desserts and dishes, in Winnipeg! At Snow and Moon you can scoop snow in Winnipeg, 365 days a year, using milk flakes that look like snow... but taste like dessert! Explore flavours such as milk snow, matcha, triple berry or mango, to name a few. A fun and delicious family activity or a cute date night. What will it be?

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Manitoba Provincial Parks

5. Learn About Accessibility in Manitoba

Manitoba’s provincial parks, with their stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems, offer a retreat into nature for everyone. Accessing these natural wonders can be a challenge for park visitors with different needs and abilities. Recognizing this, Manitoba Parks is making strides to enhance accessibility in provincial parks, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.

Assiniboine Park Zoo, Winnipeg

6. Bring Your Friends to Brew at the Zoo

Brew at the Zoo is an after-hours adults only evening at the Assiniboine Park Zoo in Winnipeg. Featuring unlimited samples of craft beer, cider, wine, spirits and more! Reserve your tickets now.

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Lacoste Garden Centre, Winnipeg

7. Get an Iced Matcha Latte and Go To a Greenhouse

All things lovely and delicious are found at Lacoste Garden Centre, in Winnipeg! Stop by for an iced matcha latte from Fools and Horses Coffee and gander through the greenhouse. Stock up on indoor plants, fall finds and peruse their beautiful boutique. Be impressed with their large offering of local goods and products! See you there.

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Between the Buns, Manitoba

8. Eat a Burger - Support Local!

Sept 1-8

Manitoba's newest food initiative to hit the scene is Between the Buns, Manitoba's only local friendly burger competition! Get ready to bite for a cause while supporting local. With over 100 participating businesses throughout Manitoba, you can snag one of these mouthwatering burgs rurally or in the City of Winnipeg. Peanut butter, Pepsi, sirloin, onion rings, spicy pickles...?! The list of wacky and wonderful toppings continues. Support local, eat local.

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Royal Canadian Mint, Winnipeg

9. Make Your Way to The Mint

Join the Royal Canadian Mint for a tour and discover the art of coin manufacturing! The Royal Canadian Mint crafts all Canadian coins and shares its expertise worldwide. Their guided tours are suitable for all ages and their boutique sells a variety of souvenirs. Explore and discover Canadian currency like never before.

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10. Check Out Manitoba's Scenic Bike Trails

Did you know that Manitoba is home to an 885 km section of one of the longest, contiguous off-road bikepacking routes in the world? In Manitoba, the route takes in a wide range of terrain, from the fast flowing single track of the Northgate Trail network near Dauphin, the East Escarpment in Riding Mountain National Park and the forested areas of Sandilands Provincial Park to the superb gravel backroads that bob and weave between towns, stretch out along the riverways and crawl beside bright canola fields.

About The Author

Hey there, I'm Desiree! I've lived in Manitoba my whole life. I love a great slice of pizza, photography and exploring our beautiful province. I'm passionate about storytelling. Have an idea for adventure? Let me know! drantala@travelmanitoba.com

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