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The Candle, By Ian August | The first public art piece unveiled for Railside at The Forks

Posted on Feb 12, 2025 by The Forks Market

A new landmark piece of public art has been selected for Railside at The Forks. Local Métis artist Ian August’s...

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Warm Up Like a Yeti!

Posted on Feb 07, 2025 by The Forks Market

Imagining a home for a mythical creature is an exciting design challenge, and it's one that Art City eagerly embraced this...

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Keeping it Riel At The Forks!

Posted on Feb 04, 2025 by The Forks Market

Louis Riel Day at The Forks will be packed fun, fun, and more fun, including a dance party, arts and crafts, an Al Simmons performance, and Warming Huts tours on the Nestaweya River Trail.  Inside The Forks Market Mama Cutsworth Family Dance Party | Second floor...

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Trail Together! Celebrating the Full Opening of the Nestaweya River Trail!

Posted on Feb 01, 2025 by The Forks Market

Today, we had the privilege of celebrating the full opening of this year’s Nestaweya River Trail alongside the community! A special moment made possible by the incredible support of our community. The day began with a blessing from Elder Mary Courchene,...

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Feeling Hut Hut Hut! | Warm Welcome to Warming Huts v.2025

Posted on Jan 24, 2025 by The Forks Market

From a present to a half sunken car, from a school made of snow to a beaver, from a grain elevator to a prototype of a transitional home, this year’s six new Warming Huts bring creativity, colour, conversation, and community to the Nestaweya River...

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Learn to Winter

Posted on Jan 03, 2025 by The Forks Market

Learn to Winter invites people to embrace the season through getting active and spending time outside at The Forks. The program is full of activities for all ages and will run every weekend throughout January and February. Skate and Snowshoe...

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Oyster Nights Under Patio Lights

Posted on Jan 02, 2025 by The Forks Market

You're invited to come and enjoy fresh seafood and a drink on The Forks patio - Thursdays in January starting Jan. 9! We believe evenings on the patio shouldn't be reserved for only the summer months, so The Common is partnering with Raw Bar Oyster Co. to bring you Oyster Nights Under...

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First section of Nestaweya River Trial now open

Posted on Dec 31, 2024 by The Forks Market

The port rink on the Assiniboine River has been cleared, tested, and flooded, and is now ready for skating. This is the first section of the Nestaweya River Trail to open for the season.  The trail has been built thanks to the generous support of winter enthusiasts...

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New Year's Day 2025 at The Forks!

Posted on Dec 13, 2024 by The Forks Market

KICK OFF 2025 WITH A NEW YEAR’S DAY CELEBRATION AT THE FORKS 

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Warming Hut Designs v.2025

Posted on Dec 13, 2024 by The Forks Market

LOCAL, ROVING ROSEMARY GALLERY'S WARMING HUT TAKES TO THE FROZEN RIVER AS INVITED ARTISTS! Local artists and curators Jaimie Isaac and Suzanne Morrissette – Co-Directors of the roving ROSEMARY Gallery...

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Festive Family Festivities at The Forks!

Posted on Dec 12, 2024 by The Forks Market

The winter season is here, and there’s no better place to kick off your festive family fun than at The Forks! With a variety of exciting activities and events happening throughout the season, there's  truly something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s how you can make the...

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Human Rights and Forever Bicycles

Posted on Dec 10, 2024 by The Forks Market

"A museum can be a meeting place for all, just as The Forks has been for thousands of years. The site’s many inhabitants came here to gather, exchange, connect and collectively organize. The strength of connection is palpable on these lands, it feels like a gateway for...

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Holiday Shop Night at The Forks Market

Posted on Dec 06, 2024 by The Forks Market

Holiday Shop Night at The Forks Market is coming up on Dec. 19 from 6 - 10 pm! Come and shop for all your holiday needs. Whether you're a last minute gift buyer, or just looking for a festive night at The Forks Market, we have you covered. From great offerings and...

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