Events Calendar
Sunday, Oct 02
Downtown Culture Days at The Forks
Five days of culture for all - including Winnipeg’s biggest kitchen party, singalongs, concerts and open dance classes – is taking place at The Forks October 2-6. Head to The Forks for new experiences each night as part of Downtown Culture Days.
Sunday, Oct 2- Family Dance Party, WSO, & WFG Shorts
- 1:00PM-3:00PM: Mama Cutsworth’s Family Dance Party- from the smallest jigger to the eldest macarena-er this family dance party is for everyone! Singalongs, games and fun dance moves to get all generations grooving together.
- 1:45PM-2:15PM: Little Monsters Dance joins Mama Cutsworth’s Family Dance Party for a free open dance class- learn some new moves and trip the light fantastic.
- 5:00PM-5:30PM: Pop up concert from the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet.
- 6:00PM-7:00PM: Film shorts shot in Winnipeg, compiled by Winnipeg Film Group, displayed on the second floor of The Market in the EQ3 Lounge.
With the exception of the film shorts, all our Downtown Culture Days at The Forks entertainment will be taking place outside on the lower patio.
*In case of rain, we will be moving inside The Market to the South Aisle (near Danny's All Day Breakfast)
October 2-6, 2022
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Categories: Free, Multicultural, Music, Dance
Monday, Oct 03
Downtown Culture Days at The Forks
Five days of culture for all - including Winnipeg’s biggest kitchen party, singalongs, concerts and open dance classes – is taking place at The Forks October 2-6. Head to The Forks for new experiences each night as part of Downtown Culture Days.
Monday, Oct 3 A Night at the Opera 5:30PM-7:00PM
Manitoba Underground Opera will find the diva in you with hands-on activities interspersed with performances by top Winnipeg vocalists. Two of Winnipeg’s hottest drag performers will take to the stage to perform alongside the opera performers.
You’ll be delighted by familiar opera favourites and inspiring musical theatre including pieces from Carmen, Rigoletto, Cosi fan Tutte, and musical theatre standards like Giants in the Sky and Don’t Rain on My Parade.
PLUS - film shorts shot in Winnipeg, compiled by Winnipeg Film Group, on display on the second floor of The Market in the EQ3 Lounge from 6:00PM-7:00PM.
With the exception of the film shorts, all our Downtown Culture Days at The Forks entertainment will be taking place outside on the lower patio.
*In case of rain, we will be moving inside The Market to the South Aisle (near Danny's All Day Breakfast)
October 2-6, 2022
Location:
Categories: Art & Design, Dance, Family Friendly, Free
Tuesday, Oct 04
Downtown Culture Days at The Forks
Five days of culture for all - including Winnipeg’s biggest kitchen party, singalongs, concerts and open dance classes – is taking place at The Forks October 2-6. Head to The Forks for new experiences each night as part of Downtown Culture Days.
Tuesday, Oct 4 Winnipeg's biggest kitchen party 5:30PM-7:00PM
Bring your acoustic instruments down to The Forks. Play along with our house band - top songs from Manitoba’s song book. Lyrics and charts (and shakers!) will be provided! Guest musicians Fontine, Mattmac, and Sierra Noble will also take the mic, leading their favourite local tunes. It’s a concert of top Winnipeg musicians- and you are in it! All are welcome.
And while you're there, enjoy Painting en Plein Air with James Culleton! The multimedia artist will join the show with live music drawings - and an opportunity for you to get creative as well.
Plus - film shorts shot in Winnipeg, compiled by Winnipeg Film Group, on display on the second floor of The Market in the EQ3 Lounge from 6:00PM-7:00PM.
With the exception of the film shorts, all our Downtown Culture Days at The Forks entertainment will be taking place outside on the lower patio.
*In case of rain, we will be moving inside The Market to the South Aisle (near Danny's All Day Breakfast)
October 2-6, 2022
Location:
Categories: Art & Design, Dance, Family Friendly, Free
Wednesday, Oct 05
Downtown Culture Days at The Forks
Five days of culture for all - including Winnipeg’s biggest kitchen party, singalongs, concerts and open dance classes – is taking place at The Forks October 2-6. Head to The Forks for new experiences each night as part of Downtown Culture Days.
Wednesday, Oct 5 evening concert 5:30PM-7:00PM
Enjoy Winnipeg Contempory Dancers at 5:30PM, followed by Field Guide at 6:00PM.
PLUS - film shorts shot in Winnipeg, compiled by Winnipeg Film Group, on display on the second floor of The Market in the EQ3 Lounge from 6:00PM-7:00PM.
With the exception of the film shorts, all our Downtown Culture Days at The Forks entertainment will be taking place outside on the lower patio.
*In case of rain, we will be moving inside The Market to the South Aisle (near Danny's All Day Breakfast)
October 2-6, 2022
Location:
Categories: Art & Design, Family Friendly, Free
Saturday, Oct 08
Downtown Culture Days at The Forks
Saturday, October 8 afternoon concert beginning at 3:00PM
- 3:00PM-3:15PM - Walking Wolf Dancers and Singers, led by Ray Coco Stevenson will perform traditional Aboriginal dances, sharing with audiences the stories and meanings behind them. The group’s performances include hoop dancers, jingle dancers, friendship dancers, drummers and chanters to captivate the audience.
- 3:15PM-4:00PM - Indian City - Canadian Folk Pop.
With the exception of the film shorts, all our Downtown Culture Days at The Forks entertainment will be taking place outside on the lower patio.
October 8, 2022 at 3:00PM
Location: The Plaza
Categories: Art & Design, Dance, Family Friendly, Free, Music
Wednesday, Oct 12
Workshop! Modern Fall Half Hoop Wreath with Freshcut Downtown
Join us for a hands-on workshop where wee will show you how to make your own fall modern wreath to take home. This is a half style gold hoop with dried and preserved items which is perfect for inside or a sheltered outside door.
Tickets do need to be purchased through the website.
Wednesday, October 12 at 6:30 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Categories: Art & Design
Wednesday, Oct 19
Workshop! Winnipeg Art & Wine Paint Party - Midnight Moon
Let your inner creativity out. With a beverage in one hand and a paint brush in the other you can learn to paint your very own masterpiece. Not creative, no problem. Never painted, don’t worry! In a fun and stress-free environment, a professional artist will lead you, with easy-to-follow step by step instructions, a tried and testing teaching method, to re-create this beautiful painting. Get your friends together and make it a fun night out. Yummy food, great beverages and a ton of fun. All participants receive everything needed for making their own painting – you just bring yourself. No experience necessary.
Tickets do need to be purchased through the website.
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Wednesday, October 19 at 6:30 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Categories: Art & Design
Thursday, Oct 20
Uncommon Pours - Beer + Cheese
This October, come get cozy in The Forks 2nd floor atrium for an evening of beer and cheese pairings with Advanced Cicerone® Lauren Richard.
Lauren will guide you through the many transformative interactions between beer and cheese, and leave you re-thinking the way you plan your own dinners at home!
With over a decade of experience in the beer industry, from bar service to brewing, Lauren has had a particular affinity for food pairing over the years. She is currently writing her first homebrew and food pairing cookbook, set to be published in 2024 by Figure 1 Publishing.
Two seatings available.
5:00 pm: Buy tickets online HERE.
7:00 pm: Buy tickets online HERE.
Tickets are $30.
Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Categories: Books & Talks, Food & Drink, Art & Design
Sunday, Oct 23
Sunday Family Brunch
Spend your Sunday mornings with us at Sunday Family Brunch from 10:00am - 12:00pm until November 27, 2022!
We’ll have table games and puzzles, mimosa flights at The Common, and several Food Hall merchants will be serving up special menu items that will only be available only on Sundays!
Sundays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market Food Hall
Categories: Family Friendly, Food & Drink
Tuesday, Oct 25
Show me how to Shuffle(board)
Does the idea of Floor Shuffleboard sound intriguing, but you have no idea what it means?
Join us on Tuesday evenings until November 29 when our in-house Floor Shuffleboard Aficionado will be on site in the tower atrium to teach you the rules of the game, along with some tips and pointers!
The floor shuffleboard court is also available to all at anytime during The Common’s regular operating hours. Equipment can be picked up from The Common staff (with deposit)
Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Sports & Fitness
Wednesday, Oct 26
Workshop! Amulet Workshop with Jordan Van Sewell
Spend a few hours creating your own magical amulet out of a block of clay.
Master craftsman Jordan Van Sewell will demonstrate all the Clay hand-building techniques required to complete your amulet.
You can create anything your heart desires - this amulet might not have magical powers but it’ll certainly be an enjoyable time.
Your kiln-fired pieces will be returned at a later date.
Call to reserve your spot: 431-999-3061
$50.00 plus tax.
Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Categories: Art & Design
Sunday, Oct 30
Sunday Family Brunch
Spend your Sunday mornings with us at Sunday Family Brunch from 10:00am - 12:00pm until November 27, 2022!
We’ll have table games and puzzles, mimosa flights at The Common, and several Food Hall merchants will be serving up special menu items that will only be available only on Sundays!
Sundays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market Food Hall
Categories: Family Friendly, Food & Drink