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History, Culture and Food: A Day in the Riel Region
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
From start to finish, morning to night, the Riel Region delivers on history, culture, delicious eats and friendly faces. Spanning the neighbourhoods of St. Norbert, St. Vital and St. Boniface, this itinerary explores the birthplace of Manitoba, traces its...
Experience Manitoba's Métis Culture in French: Beadwork, Capote and Genuine Encounters
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Easy Ways to Explore Manitoba When Gas Prices Are High
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
5 Must-Visit Museums in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
There’s a moment in every great museum when time softens around you. One moment you’re beside a prehistoric giant, the next you’re immersed in a different era. Across Manitoba, museums don’t just share history, they invite you to experience it, moving...
Beyond central St. Boniface: exploring Norwood and Old St. Vital
How long has it been since you explored a neighbourhood other than your own? Add some adventure into your weekend as we guide you through some of Winnipeg's best neighbourhoods. This blog post features businesses in the Norwood and Old St. Vital areas.
11 Storytellers of Turtle Island: Indigenous Experiences You Can Learn From
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
From quiet moments around the beading table to heart-racing adventures on the sub-Arctic landscape, Indigenous storytellers bring history and culture to life for the most transformative kind of travel experiences.
Find Passion for History and Art in St. Boniface
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Every good day starts with a warm beverage and a freshly baked pastry. And there's no better place to begin a day of city exploration than in St. Boniface.
5 Winnipeg Neighbourhoods You Want to Explore
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Whether you're visiting Manitoba's capital city from out of town or you're a local eager to plan a staycation, explore these neighbourhoods to have a top-notch Winnipeg experience.
50 Things to Do This Spring in Manitoba
With longer days and warmer weather, our province comes alive with things to do in spring. From fun festivals to beautiful hikes to patio dining, this is a great season for exploring the best of what Manitoba has to offer. Let's get into it with 50 things...
50 Kid-Approved Spring Break Adventures in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
Get ready for some family fun this spring break in Manitoba! Whether you choose to stay close to home or venture out on a road trip, there’s plenty to keep kids busy in the province when school’s out. From special museum programming to outdoor adventures...
5 Unique Museums in Winnipeg You Need to Know
You may already know Winnipeg’s well-loved spots like the Manitoba Museum and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. But beyond these favourites, smaller museums offer a closer look at the people, places and moments that have shaped Manitoba. Here are five...
20 Wonderful Wedding Venues in Manitoba
Love is in the air, and the Wonderful Wedding Show is back in full swing. To the couples reading this blog: congratulations — and good luck with wedding planning! Planning your own party can be fun, exciting, stressful and overwhelming… all at once. If...
Things to Do During Black History Month in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
February is Black History Month and there are many ways to mark the occasion in Manitoba this year. Established in Winnipeg in 1981, The Black History Month Celebration Committee (BHMCC, also referred to as Black History Manitoba) continues to celebrate...
Louis Riel in Winnipeg: Where to Learn About Manitoba’s Founder
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Every third Monday in February, Manitobans pause to recognize Louis Riel Day. It is a moment to reflect on the Métis leader whose vision, resistance and negotiation helped shape the province. But Louis Riel’s story is not confined to a single date on the...
Why You Need to Book a Frontiers North Adventures Northern Lights Trip NOW
There’s a scientific explanation for northern lights. But on those crisp and clear nights in Churchill, science plays second fiddle to the magic that’s happening right above your head.
Manitoba Date Ideas for Every Month of the Year
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
Discover new reasons to get out and experience Manitoba together! This guide helps you choose experiences that fit the season, your interests and how much time you want to spend planning. Use this blog as a resource to plan a single date, build a weekend...
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...
Ways to Ring in the New Year in Manitoba With Events, Parties and Winter Fun for 2026
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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.
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.
En Route! Three Francophone Adventures to Explore on a Fall Day Trip Through Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
It’s that magical moment between summer and winter – when the trees are golden, the skies are clear and your biggest decision is whether to wear a scarf. It’s sweater season, it’s pumpkin spice season...it’s fall, and that means it’s prime time for a cozy...
2025 Guide to Craft Sales and Markets in Manitoba
As the leaves take on warm hues and temperatures cool, craft vendors, enthusiasts and shoppers in Manitoba are gearing up for craft show season.Did we miss your sale? Send an email with the date, name and location to mmadunatu@travelmanitoba.com to get...
50 Things to Do This Fall in Manitoba
As the leaves change from green to gold, fall in Manitoba offers scenic hikes, cozy getaways, cultural events and culinary delights. Here are 50 ways to keep exploring this season.
4 Reasons Why the Canadian Museum for Human Rights Belongs on Your Must-Visit List in 2025
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights stands tall in the heart of Winnipeg. It's one of those places that sticks with you even after you've left. Follow along with my journey as I spent a day walking through the museum!
Crossing Manitoba: Where to Stop On Your RV Trip Across Canada, Highway #16
Estimated Read Time: 11 minutes
Looking for a RV road trip that blends quirky roadside stops, prairie beauty and small-town charm? Travel along highway 16 — also known as the Yellowhead — linking up from either highway 1 from the Ontario border or from the Saskatchewan border.
The Ultimate Guide to Summer at The Forks
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
Make every visit a new adventure at The Forks. Here's the ultimate guide on how to spend all summer long at this historic site in Winnipeg!
Crossing Manitoba: Where to Stop On Your RV Trip Across Canada, Highway #1
Estimated Read Time: 15 minutes
Manitoba may be known as the heart of Canada, but along the Trans-Canada Highway, it also proves to be its soul—filled with big skies, hidden gems and unexpected adventures.
43 Fun Facts About Manitoba That Will Blow Your Mind
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Most of what the world knows about Manitoba is based on movie mentions, Winnipeg’s reigning title of Slurpee Capital of the World or the fact that we have been colder than Mars.
From Elm Creek to Glenboro: 6 of Manitoba's Coolest Roadside Attractions
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Looking for something fun and easy to do with the family this summer? Get to know an intriguing stretch of rural Manitoba on this journey to six of the province's coolest roadside attractions.
6 Fantastic Roadside Attractions Within an Hour From Winnipeg
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Take this year as a chance to explore your own backyard and province. This family friendly, mini day trip takes you just an hour from Winnipeg to a collection of fun roadside attractions - see if you can find them all!
Through the Narrows: 7 of Manitoba's Best Roadside Attractions
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
To see even more roadside attractions in Manitoba, take the route up highway 6 and through the Lake Manitoba Narrows to the Parkland region. There, you will encounter beautiful scenery AND a great collection of landmarks that your kids will love.
Little Church on the Prairie
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
If churches, cathedrals and chapels tend to make it on your must-see list no matter where you travel, you’re in luck.
Finding a Piece of Canada’s Fur Trading History Up the Nelson River
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Can’t get enough outdoor adventure? Always looking for that next thrill?
Hidden Gems Across Manitoba You’ll Want to See
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
From quirky roadside attractions to forgotten landmarks and unexpected art, Manitoba is full of off-the-beaten-path places that surprise and delight. Some are tucked into small towns or forest trails, while others are proudly displayed in open prairie...
Manitoba Road Trips: Riding High
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Travel from Canada’s National Ukrainian Capital to Manitoba’s only accessible national park for wildlife, camping and delicious dining.
Manitoba Road Trips: Perfectly Parkland
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
See iconic prairie giants and make your way into the wild wild west of the Parkland on this outdoor adventure.
A Summer Guide to Flin Flon: 24 hrs in this Storied Northern Town
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
Flin Flon, the northern Manitoba town with a curious name, is more than its mining identity. If you're travelling north, plan an overnight or two in this quirky town that is equally as proud of its rugged wilderness setting as its burgeoning arts and...
Manitoba Road Trips: Water, Water Everywhere
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
Boasting 100,000+ lakes and waterways, Manitoba has no shortage of adventures, attractions and communities to draw visitors close to shore.
