If you have an anime fan in your family, you can't miss this three-day Japanese pop culture convention that features a cosplay contest, anime screenings, competitive video game tournaments, interactive fan-hosted panels, a bustling marketplace and more! Ai-Kon also offers the opportunity to see cultural demos like Japanese Tea Ceremonies and Aikido.

Everyone loves pizza night - especially when pizza night is at Moon Gate Guest House! Enjoy wood-fired pizza prepared by hand with the best locally sourced ingredients, embodying the field to fork philosophy. Experience the Whitemouth River Valley with owners Jenny and Michel, who share their passion for simple country living. Take pizza home or savour it on the screened patio or picnic tables by the river, enjoying a Manitoba sunset. Note that pizza night is cash only!

Did you know that one of the most affordable ways to visit Churchill is by planning a DIY trip in the summertime? Grab a flight with Calm Air or take the VIA Rail train, then book a stay at the Tundra Inn, one of the town's best and most central accommodations. The jointly-owned pub across the street offers plenty of kid-friendly options, while the new Ptarmigan restaurant is the place to go for specialty coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Call the hotel directly to book your summer stay in Churchill as availability varies.

Once you've secured your flight and stay, you can book beluga whale and polar bear excursions directly with operators. See our ultimate guide to Churchill for all the options for your DIY trip!

Kick the summer off on the right note at the Prairie Wind Music Festival! This small-town festival has all the works: from a diverse blend of Manitoba music and delicious eats (this year’s concessions include Sabor Latino and Pippy’s Schnitzel Express) to an awesome artisan market and kid’s activities like campfire sing-alongs, crafts, an inflatable bouncer and more.

Did you know that the West End Biz runs tours, events and activities throughout the summer? Ideal for older kids, here are just a few ways you can explore the neighbourhood with your family this summer.

Pokemon Tuesday - Learn to play this trading card game with other trainers in the area! This is an official Play! Pokemon League event open to trainers of all ages and abilities. Players under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Volleyball in Central Park - Enjoy the sun and join into a game of volleyball in Central Park all summer long.

Mural Tours - Learn about the history of the neighbourhood through the art that adorns its walls. Tours run Monday to Friday, departing at 10:30 am and 2:00 pm until end of August.

You likely already have plans to visit The Forks this summer with your family in tow, why not take time to learn while there? The Agowiidiwinan Centre provides a balanced understanding of Treaties. Emphasizing the message "We Are All Treaty People," the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba aims for the Centre to enhance Canadians' understanding and appreciation of Treaties and our shared responsibilities.

The Centre is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. Keep an eye out for special programming and workshops that will be happening on Saturday afternoons this summer!

The end of the school year doesn't have to mean the end of learning! Lucky for the kids, learning can also be intriguing and immersive. Take a field trip west to the RCA museum to dive into Canada's military history, and more specifically, the story of more than 200,000 gunners who served our country in war. See the WW2 vehicle display and the new Gunner Gallery, which tells the story of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery through medals and stories.