Family Fun Day
2025-12-20 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Winnipeg)
The Keystone Centre Foundation is excited to present the Family Fun Day, a FREE community event coming to the Keystone Centre on December 20th, 2025.
Families and community members are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music, food, interactive activities, and holiday-themed fun, all designed to celebrate community spirit and bring people together during the festive season.
Activities include:
– Public Skating
– Santa Photos
– Kids Fun Zone
– Cookie Decorating
– Ball Hockey
– Movie & Popcorn
– & More!

"A Blue Christmas"
2025-12-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Winnipeg)
A Blue Christmas is a contemplative worship service to provide a comforting and gentle space for those who are grieving or struggling during the holiday season. These services are designed to acknowledge pain, loss, and loneliness, and offer a way to find hope and healing in the midst of seasonal celebrations.

Crochet a Basket, Wednesdays, Jan. 7 - 28, 7:00PM - 8:30PM
2026-01-07 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg)
Join us for an instructor-led 4-week crochet session where we will be making a crochet basket. This program is on Wednesdays from Jan. 7 to 28, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Crochet experience preferred, but basic knowledge would be acceptable. Takes place at the Cultural Resource Centre (638 Princess Ave., Door B).
A material list will be provided; program is $45. Register today at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

Get Crafty - Windowsill Garden, Saturday, Jan. 10, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
2026-01-10 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Part gardening workshop, part crafting session. Learn about the science and art of windowsill gardening, then decorate and plant the pots for your new garden! Includes all supplies and instruction. Takes place at the Cultural Resource Centre (638 Princess Ave., Door B). Register today at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

Book Club: Thriller, Mondays, Jan. 12 - Feb. 9, 6:00PM - 7:00PM
2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Welcome to the book club! Over five weeks we will explore The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield. Join us for an adventure in storytelling and discussion of themes all while connecting with others. Course fee is $50 and includes the cost of the book. Takes place at the T.E. Snure Room (638 Princess Ave., Door C). Register today at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

Get Crafty (Social Club) - Tuesdays, Jan. 13 - Feb. 10, 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
2026-01-13 17:45 - 18:45 (America/Winnipeg)
Join this new social group where every week we will make and take home a classic kids craft! Includes all supplies and materials.
Takes place at the Cultural Resource Centre (638 Princess Ave., Door B).
Register today at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

GLOW Virden Ladies' Day of Board Gaming
2026-03-14 09:00 - 22:00 (America/Winnipeg)
An all day board gaming fundraiser to raise money for Carmichael Outreach Inc. **Bring indoor shoes or slippers!!**
The Middle Aged Gamers are hosting a full day of gaming for ladies and non-binary folx to raise money for Carmichael Outreach Inc. in support of those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. Your $50 ticket includes up to 7 games which you choose from the schedule, some puzzling time if you’d like, a soup and sandwich lunch, coffee and teas (not just one flavour!), a chance to buy a little snack, a shot at a door prize, the opportunity to buy raffle tickets on more great prizes, and a chance to relax with like-minded ladies and folx in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Board game hosts will be at each table to teach their games and help you play.
Please visit GLOWMB.CA for more details and to register. You will need to create an account on the site to see the gaming schedule.

The Living Christ
2026-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Join friends, neighbours, and families of all faiths this Good Friday for an uplifting celebration of Easter and the hope it represents. The Living Christ brings together music, art, and community in a reverent and welcoming atmosphere.
Experience:
Beautiful choral music that reflects the spirit of the Holy Week
Artistic renderings depicting the life, ministry, and resurrection of Jesus Christ
Open house tours featuring dramatic multimedia presentations
Warm fellowship and dainties shared afterward
This event is designed for the whole community — a space to reflect, rejoice, and feel connected during this sacred season.
📍 107 Queens Ave East, Brandon MB
📞 204‑720‑2559 | 204‑890‑4464
🗓️ Good Friday, April 3 — 6:00 PM

Central Canada Comic Con (C4) – April 10 & 11 at Caboto Centre
2026-04-10 16:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Central Canada Comic Con (C4) returns to the Caboto Centre in Winnipeg on April 10 and 11 for two full days celebrating Collectibles, Creators, Comics, and Cards.
Built by local collectors and supported by Manitoba vendors and artists, C4 is a community-focused comic and collectibles show featuring vintage comics, rare cards, toys, original artwork, and hard-to-find collectibles.
Friday, April 10 (4 p.m. to 9 p.m.) is Collector Night, offering first access to vendors and serious shopping opportunities.
Saturday, April 11 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) continues the full vendor experience in a family-friendly environment where costumes are welcomed and encouraged.
The event will also feature the Star Wars Clubs of Manitoba raising funds for charity and a live recording from The Reel Debaters podcast.
Admission is $10. Children under 14 are free.
Caboto Centre
1055 Wilkes Avenue, Winnipeg

Westman Dreams for Kids x Shanks: Drive for Dreams
2026-05-01 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Date: Friday, May 1st, 2026
Location: Shanks Driving Range
Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Join us for a one-of-a-kind afernoon of friendly competition and fundraising at Shanks Driving Range! “Drive for Dreams” is a 4-person, scramble style tournament with prizes, entertainment, draws and sponsorship opportunities — with every swing helping make dreams come true for children facing serious health challenges.
Come hit some balls, support a great cause, and help us Drive for Dreams!
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
• 4-player team Scramble format using Shanks scoring, course TBD.
• Each player hits, and the best shot is selected for scoring
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
• 11:30 AM: Registration & Welcome
• 12:00 PM: Tournament Play Begins
• 1:30 PM Lunch provided
• 4:00 PM: Raffle Draws, Team Award & Closing
PLAYER REGISTRATION
• $320 per team (4 players)
• Includes:
Approx. 4 hours of Shanks play & Lunch
Open to all golfer levels!!!!

Music for the Arts: A Fundraiser Concert
2026-05-12 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Arts Mosaic proudly presents Music for the Arts: A Fundraiser Concert! Featuring performances by Brandon Community Band, the Melita Jazzers, Vincent Massey Senior Jazz band and the Westman Jazz Orchestra. This concert aims to support arts and music education in Westman. Funds raised by this event will be split between Arts Mosaic and the performing school band programs. Want to support the band programs that shape the talented musicians in Westman? Join us Tuesday, May 12th at 6:30PM at the Aud theatre in Virden and enjoy a night of Jazz music!

KupaloFest!
2026-06-19 17:00 - 2026-06-21 16:00 (America/Winnipeg)
A unique 3 day multi-cultural celebration of Summer Solstice just east of Duck Mountain. Camp and walk or ride your bike to festival sites throughout Garland (pop. 18). Over a dozen workshops, from weaving, herbalism, permaculture and wildcrafting to Metis jigging and Ukrainian folk dancing, polyphonic singing and folktronica jamming, featuring facilitators from as far away as Argentina, NYC and Montreal. Friday night social with live music from Step by Steppe Kolektyv and Saturday Night DJ Dance Party in the Taras Schevchenko Hall. Fresh hot sourdough bread available from the wood-fired oven all day Saturday and Sunday, with a Sunday bazaar open to all from 10 til 2 pm. Father’s Day, which starts with a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser with the Ethelbert Volunteer Fire Fighters Sunday morning. All proceeds shared with the Raise the Roof fund and the Ethelbert Volunteer Fire Department.

Brandon Brain Tumour Walk
2026-06-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Join the Brandon community as we come together to honour, celebrate, and support everyone affected by a brain tumour. Whether you’re walking in memory, in hope, or in solidarity, your participation helps fuel vital support programs and life-changing research across Canada.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: June 20, 2026
Location: East End Community Centre
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
AGENDA
Registration and BBQ begins: 10 a.m.
Check out our SUPERKIDS Zone, Tree of Hope, and more!
Don’t forget to pick up your survivor shirt and incentive(s).
Opening Remarks (Survivor Photos) and Walk Begins: 11:30 a.m.
Gerry Allen Performs: 12:00 p.m.
Grey Williams Performs: 1:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks: 1:45 p.m.
Event Ends: 2:00 p.m.

Naija Market Day
2026-07-11 11:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Looking for a vibrant cultural experience the whole family can enjoy?
Naija Market Day is your passport to the heart of Africa — no flight required! 💃🏾🔥
Step into a lively, open-air marketplace filled with the colours, sounds, flavours, and energy of African culture, all in one unforgettable day.
Whether you’re a tourist exploring something new, a culture lover seeking rich experiences, or a family looking for a fun and meaningful day out, Naija Market Day has something for you.
Bring your friends, bring your kids, bring your curiosity — and come experience the beauty of Africa right here in Brandon.
Don’t just hear about it… come live it.

4th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2026
2026-08-24 09:00 - 2026-08-25 18:00 (Asia/Tokyo)
We are cordially welcome your organization to the 4th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2026 will be held on August 24–25, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, under the theme “Innovations in Nursing Education: Transforming Healthcare Worldwide.”
Hosted by Intelli Meetings, this premier event invites nurses, healthcare professionals, researchers, and academics from around the world to connect and collaborate.
With over 300 international delegates, the summit will feature keynote speeches, oral and poster presentations, and engaging panel discussions.
The program will focus on advancing nursing education, practice, and global healthcare innovation.
https://nursingeducationcongress.com/

ISECEE2026 | 4th International Summit on Earthscience, Civil and Environmental Engineering
2026-09-14 09:30 - 2026-09-15 18:00 (America/Winnipeg)
The 4th International Summit on Earth science, Civil and Environment Engineering will take place in Berlin, Germany on September 14–15, 2026, gathering researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders to accelerate resilient infrastructure and environmental solutions.
The summit will be a cross sector platform for Earth system science, civil and structural engineering, and environmental technologies, designed to translate cutting edge research into scalable projects and policy impact, with sessions linking geoscience evidence, engineered interventions, and sustainability outcomes for cities and regions.
Program highlights
Keynotes from global pioneers, interactive workshops, technical symposia, and a juried poster forum will showcase advances from geohazard monitoring to low carbon materials and circular construction. Hands on labs and problem solving roundtables will target implementation pathways tied to SDG priorities and climate neutral urban development. Curated networking will link early career researchers with mentors across academia, government, and industry for collaboration and career growth.
Core themes
• Earth Systems and Geohazards: forecasting, early warning, and risk communication for earthquakes, landslides, floods, and coastal change.
• Sustainable Materials and Construction: low carbon cement, steel alternatives, reuse, and digital fabrication for circularity.
• Smart, Climate Neutral Cities: energy systems, mobility, district heating, and nature based solutions aligned with city level targets.
• Water, Climate, and Environmental Quality: urban hydrology, watershed restoration, contamination control, and data driven monitoring.
• Geospatial Intelligence and AI: remote sensing, digital twins, and decision support for planning and emergency management.
• Earth and environmental scientists advancing observation, modeling, and mitigation strategies.
We look forward to welcoming you to Berlin in 2026 for an unforgettable convergence of ideas and action.
Regards,
Karthik S
