Let’s Do Something — Jan. 29, 2026

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TODAY

• Day — The Skating Oval is open at 2020 McGregor Ave. The display of lights is immediately east of the Parks Complex at 2020 McGregor Ave. (also accessible via Hilton Avenue). The lights are on from 5 to 11 p.m. Warming shacks are operational from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. No public vehicles are allowed in the direct area of the Waterfall of Lights display. Visitors are encouraged to park in the designated areas along McGregor Avenue or Hilton Avenue and enjoy the walk through this magical winter scene.

• 9 a.m. — The North Hub Outdoor Rink (at Sportsplex, 30 Knowlton Dr., north parking lot) is open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Parking available in the south parking lot only. Washrooms are available through the west entrance of the Sportsplex and portable toilets will be available. This rink is not supervised — please skate respectfully and don’t forget your helmet.

• 9 a.m. — Ski Valley in Minnedosa is now open — all runs, all parks, all lifts, all fun. Located seven kilometres north of Minnedosa on Highway 10. Open Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (check schedule for changes due to weather). Check for updates at skivalley.ca or call 204-867-3509.

• 9 a.m. — Snowshoe along groomed trails, ski your way along dozens of kilometres of trails, or skate on rinks adorned with twinkly lights at Clear Lake. Visit discoverclearlake.com/blog/winter-fun-at-clear lake for information including equipment rentals.

• 1:30 p.m. — Taoist Tai Chi meets every Thursday afternoon at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) until 3 p.m.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Abrams will be performing at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Brothers James and John are known for their explosive live show and impeccable musicianship, honed over two decades of playing to audiences around the world. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

FRIDAY

• 9 a.m. — The Brandon Farmers’ Market takes place every Friday at The Town Centre (800 Rosser Ave.) with seasonal produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickling, crafts and more until 4 p.m. This market runs year-round.

• 9 a.m. — Calling all tobogganers: Hanbury Hill in Sir Winston Churchill Park (600 Braecrest Dr.) is open and ready for sledders. You can warm up in the gazebo, which is open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. The lights are on daily from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Other toboggan hills within the city include Rideau Park, Wheat City Golf Course/Recreation Centre. Smaller hills at 34th Street and Cherry Crescent sliding hill and Parkdale Park sliding hill.

• 9:30 a.m. — Asessippi Ski Resort (Provincial Trunk Highway 83, Inglis) is open this weekend. Plan your runs, tubing laps, chalet time and everything in between. Hours (which can change), tickets, updates and more at asessippi.com.

• 1:30 p.m. — Central Senior Dance returns for the season at Central Community Centre (529 Fourth St.) every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. with coffee and cookies to follow. Cost is $15 per person. For more information, contact Donald Livesley at 431-763-6470 or Albert Sangster at 204-761-2984. Come and join us.

• 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. — The Brandon University Bobcats basketball teams host the MacEwan University Griffins at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game at 6 p.m.; men’s at 8 p.m.

• 6 p.m. — The East End Community Centre (405 Park St.) is hosting the Assiniboine College Cougars hockey team for an intrasquad game. At 6 p.m., the Cougars will be doing a free clinic for all girls under the age of 11. Players are reminded to come dressed for hockey. The clubhouse will be open to put on skates. Hotdogs, hot chocolate and cookies are free for participants. Roast wieners or marshmallows over the open fire. Public is welcome to skate on the skating side of the rink. At 7 p.m., the intrasquad game takes place. The trees and the water tower will be lit up. All is free of charge.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Brandon University Big Band and Eklektikos presents an evening of dance music from the swing era all the way to modern pop hits at Bailey’s Café in the Knowles-Douglas Building. Tickets are available at the door.

• 7:30 p.m. — Kaleidoscope Concert Series Neepawa presents The Abrams at ArtsForward (293 Mountain Ave.). Tickets are $25 for adults in advance or $30 at the door. K-12 students $5 at the door only. For more information or for tickets, call 204-476-3232.

• 7:30 p.m. — “Endless Cookie” plays at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Explores the complex bond between two half-brothers. Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

SATURDAY

• 10 a.m. — Snow Hawks Snowmobile Club is hosting a poker derby. Registration at the Minnedosa Beach Pavilion from 10 a.m. to noon. $20 per hand. Hands must be in by 5 p.m. For more information, call 204-365-6067.

• 12:30 p.m. — Paws Crossed hosts Tails by the River, a weekend of wagging tails, open hearts and new beginnings. Join us at the Riverbank Discovery Centre (545 Conservation Dr.) to learn more about Paws Crossed Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre. Meet our friendly, adoptable dogs as they make special appearances throughout the weekend. Today from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help us continue caring for animals in need.

• 1 p.m. — The Brandon Hills Model Railway Club meets every Saturday at the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (H-hut) from 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission, but donations are welcome. For more information, contact Barry at 204-724-7603; Erich at 204-761-1244; or Tony at 204-761-2631.

• 1 p.m. — Alternative Choice Garden Centre is offering a Dreamcatcher Workshop from 1 to 2 p.m. You can craft a one-of-a-kind dream catcher using natural materials. We will walk you through the process step by step. All materials are provided and no experience is needed. Cost is $65. For more information, visit alternativechoicegardencentre.com/events.

• 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. — Dakota Oyate Waniyetu Wacipi will take place in the UCT Pavilion at the Keystone Centre with grand entries at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Emcees Harold Blacksmith and Amos McArthur. Host drums: Dakota Hotain and Riverside Dakota. Invited drums: Dakota Travels, Wooden Face, Wild Sioux and Six Shooter. Event includes junior, teen, adult and golden age categories with specials in adult categories, men’s traditional and grass, women’s jingle and fancy. Also featuring Kahomni singing and dancing competition, trill contest, war cry contest. Supper and canteen in site. This is a drug- and alcohol-free event.

• 5:30 p.m. — Duelling Pianos dinner and show will take place at Elkhorn Resort Spa and Conference Centre. Two maestros — Joel Lightman and Terence Vince — present an unforgettable experience on two grand pianos. This is a full-throttle, laugh-out-loud, sing until your voice is gone spectacle. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; dinner 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m. Tickets after Jan. 26, $88.50; show only, $50. For tickets, call 204-848-2802.

• 7 p.m. — The Hylife Killarney Turtle Mountain Arts Council Performing Arts Series presents The Abrams at the Killarney Shamrock Centre. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Enjoy these fourth-generation touring country musicians and Warner Recording Artists CMAO group of the year. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at the Heritage Home for the Arts and Lewis and Jones. For more information, call 204-554-0023 or email ktmartscouncil@gmail.com.

• 7:30 p.m. — “Endless Cookie” plays at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Explores the complex bond between two half-brothers. Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

SUNDAY

• Noon — Paws Crossed hosts Tails by the River, a weekend of wagging tails, open hearts and new beginnings. Join us at the Riverbank Discovery Centre (545 Conservation Dr.) to learn more about Paws Crossed Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre. Meet our friendly, adoptable dogs as they make special appearances throughout the weekend. Today from noon to 4:30 p.m. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help us continue caring for animals in need.

• 2 p.m. — Westman Jams (This is the January Jam postponed until today) gathers to play classic country music at The Fringe Restaurant and Lounge on Cove Road in Shilo from 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome. Entrance to CFB Shilo is now through the north gate only and valid identification is required to enter the base. We accept donations to the Reg Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund to help send Westman students to the International Music Camp at the International Peace Garden. For more information or directions, call Midge at 204-728-5611.

• 2 p.m. — “Endless Cookie” plays at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Explores the complex bond between two half-brothers. Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

• 7:30 p.m. — Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival Concert 3 will take place in the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. This concert is dedicated to the 150th anniversary of Ravel and will feature Alexander Tselyakov, piano; Daniel Tselyakov, piano; Nancy Hennen, flute and Sharon Rogers, voice. Tickets may be purchased at the School of Music office or by contacting Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival at 204-573-2423 or Brandon University School of Music at 204-727-9631.

MONDAY

• Day — All Seniors Care Living Centres are hosting the 17th annual ASC Seniors Games. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Our Home.” Residents at Victoria Landing will compete in activities like bocce, shuffleboard, trivia and bingo. Today’s events include walk and roll followed by opening ceremony to kick off the games.

• 10 a.m. — Join us for line dancing at Seniors for Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level 1: easy beginner, no experience, Mondays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m.; Level 2: advanced, some experience is recommended, understanding of basic steps and terminology, Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in classes or punch cards can be purchased. Members, $4; non-members, $6. For more info, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 6:30 p.m. — UCT Bingo takes place every Monday at 205 College Ave. Doors open at 4 p.m., with early-bird start at 6:30 p.m. and regular games at 7:10 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds stay in Brandon for needs in the community.

TUESDAY

• Day — All Seniors Care Living Centres are hosting the 17th annual ASC Seniors Games. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Our Home.” Residents at Victoria Landing will compete in activities like bocce, shuffleboard, trivia and bingo. Today’s events include bean bag toss, ladder ball, bocce, shuffleboard and card games.

• 7 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Regional Library presents a Puzzle Building Competition at Section 6 Brewing (1126 Princess Ave.) Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Email michelle@wmrl.ca to register your team of two to four players. Ticket price is $50.

WEDNESDAY

• Day — All Seniors Care Living Centres are hosting the 17th annual ASC Seniors Games. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Our Home.” Residents at Victoria Landing will compete in activities like bocce, shuffleboard, trivia and bingo. Today’s events include Jeopardy, bingo, medal celebrations and closing ceremonies.

• 1:30 p.m. — Come and join us for line dancing at Seniors for Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level 2: advanced; some experience is recommended, understanding of basic steps and terminology. Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in classes or punch cards are available for purchase. Members, $4; non-members, $6. For more information, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 7 p.m. — Taoist Tai Chi at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) every Wednesday evening until 8:30 p.m. Our leaders will guide you through the practice, which is part of an ancient tradition dating back to the 13th century.

AT THE CLUBS

(Note: Information subject to change after print deadline).

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — Join us on Friday for an intimate night of acoustic rock with Matt Cory from 8 to 10 p.m. $10 cover.

• The 40 (210 18th St. North, Brandon) — Friday at The 40 is Roadside Prophets. Then on Saturday JK Entertainment presents Afro Latin Fusion Night.

• Georgie’s Lounge at the Keystone Motor Inn (1050 18th St.) — Every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight, there is karaoke in Georgie’s Lounge.

• Chez Angela Bakery and Café (Unit C, 29 10th St., Brandon) — It is the return of Free Music Fridays in the café. This week features The KLM Trio of Katherine, Lisa and Mariah at 6:30 p.m.

• Shooters Bar (28 Main St. North, Minnedosa) — It’s Country Night at Shooters. Valley Motor Lodge presents party band Bull Ruckus at 9 p.m. No cover.

• Eastside Eatery (1451 Richmond Ave.) — Get ready to laugh on Friday as you join us for our monthly open mic comedy night, hosted by Kyle Malyon. Secure your spot by calling 204-725-5226. Sign up at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. $5 cover.

• Black Wheat Brewing (402 10th St.) — Saturday is Seafood Boil with sittings at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Raw Bar. Cost is $80. Trivia Night at Black Wheat takes place every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. with the next one being on Feb. 3. Walk-ins welcome. Bring your friends. For more information, email karen@blackwheatbrewing.ca.

• North Hill Inn (1129 Braecrest Dr.) — Spotlite Music presents A Night of Hip Hop Energy at The North Hill on Saturday. One stage, one night! Gill-T Records lineup includes Phat Homie, Auggy Stackz, Rhythm Child, Dark Blazed, Jack Fire, CJ Barz, Tru North and Jessy Lee. Doors open at 8 p.m. Admission is $20. Security at the door. 18+ event and ID is required.

• The Dock on Princess (1133 Princess Ave.) — Upcoming: Feb. 5, Join us for our Valentine’s Pottery Paint Night. Tickets are $10 and include the paint and firing for your piece. Call 204-726-1234 to book your table.

• Houstons Country Roadhouse (3130 Victoria Ave.) — Booty Shake Thursdays! Upcoming: Feb. 7, Tapper Entertainment presents Industry Night. 2016-2026 Party and Rap the Era that raised us. 10 p.m. $10 entry. Girls get in free with RSVP at Showpass.com. Spinning the decks: BMitch and Drtybrd. With 360-degree stage.

• Great Western Roadhouse (1125 18th St. at Canad Inns) — It’s our bartender Chelsea’s birthday on Friday so come and help us celebrate. Drink specials.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• Daly House Museum (122 18th St., Brandon) — Built in 1882, original home of Brandon’s first mayor, Thomas Mayne Daly. Artifacts include a collection of late 19th-century and early 20th-century furnishings, First World War memorabilia. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Admission: $7 adults; $6 seniors and youth (6-18); family (up to two adults and three children), $13; children under five, free. For more info, visit dalyhousemuseum.ca or call 204-727-1722.

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba (Unit 2, 710 Rosser Ave., Brandon) — Manitoba’s oldest centre for visual art and one of Canada’s first since 1907. The AGSM boasts two exhibition spaces, an art school and gift shop that supports more than 70 local Manitoba artists. In the Main Gallery is “The Performance of Being,” a retrospective of work by Canadian artist Leesa Streifler on until April 4. In the Kayes Family Community Gallery is “The Boy in the Forest,” a storybook collaboration project, on until March 22. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Free admission to visit the galleries. For more information, visit agsm.ca.

• 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum (within the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave. Please use 11th Street door) — Open Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed for lunch. Also open by appointment by calling 204-717-4579. Visit our website at 26xiimuseum.ca.

• Brandon General Museum and Archives (19 Ninth St., Unit 101) — Attractions include the Brandon History Hall, Manitoba Telephone History, the BJ Hales Natural History Collection and rotating exhibits celebrating Brandon’s roots. Guided visits are Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Admission by donation. Booking in advance is recommended. Phone 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.

• Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (CATPM) (Brandon Municipal Airport, Highway 10, 1.6 kilometres north of Brandon) — Canada’s only air museum solely dedicated to the preservation of those who trained and fought for the British Commonwealth during the Second World War. The museum is now closed and will reopen on April 1. For more information, call the museum at 204-727-2444 or visit us on Facebook.

• Royal Canadian Artillery Museum (Building N-118 Patricia Rd., CFB Shilo) — Discover “WWII Command Posts,” a temporary exhibit at the RCA Museum, showcasing Canada’s mobile command vehicles and their role in co-ordinating artillery and communications during the Second World War. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission: $10 for adults; $5 for seniors and students; children under six get in free. Phone 204-765-3000 (ext. 3570) or email RCAMuseum@forces.gc.ca.

• Killarney’s Heritage Home for the Arts (44 Water Ave., Killarney) — Killarney-Turtle Mountain Arts Council’s gallery is in the Heritage Home for the Arts. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m.; closed all statutory holidays. Special tours can be arranged by calling 204-554-0023. You can also visit Killarney-Turtle Mountain Arts Council @killarneyarts on Instagram, on Facebook or our website at killarneyarts.ca.

• ArtsForward (293 Mountain Ave., Neepawa) — ArtsForward is the central arts venue in Neepawa in visual, literary, performing and material arts. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday; closed on weekends.

• Virden Pioneer Home Museum (390 King St. West, Virden) — Enjoy our wealth of local history as you explore what life looked like in Victorian Canada. Open for winter/spring 2026 by appointment. Phone us at 204-748-1659 or text 204-573-9124.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Feb. 5 — Join Westman Gardeners for a presentation on “Edimentals” with guest speaker Kerri Van Mackelbergh at Central Community Centre (529 Fourth St.) at 7 p.m. Talk features tips on how to combine vegetables, flowers and herbs in containers. Guests are welcome for a fee of $5.

• Feb. 5 — Brandon Teachers’ Association and CUPE Local 737 presents Trivia Night 2026 with Quiz Master Kayla Smith at The Eagles Nest Bar and Grill at the Wheat City Golf Course at 6:30 p.m. Registration forms and payments to: office@bta.mbteach.org. Deadline to register is Jan. 30. Cost is $10 per person and includes nacho bar. Cash bar available.

• Feb. 5-7 — The Westman Multicultural Festival is back again for another three days of cultural celebrations, authentic cuisine, and unforgettable performances. Admission to all pavilions is free and capacity is limited at each pavilion. A valid ID is required for alcohol service. Pick up your printed passport at any pavilion and ask the entrance staff to stamp it for you. When you have got five or more stamps, take a photo and email to passport@globalpavilions.ca to enter to win a prize package valued at over $500. Pavilions: Philippines (Knox United Church, 451 18th St.); Mexico (Brandon Shrine Club, 1110 McTavish Ave. East); El Salvador (North End Community Centre, 1313 Stickney Ave.); Ukraine (Ukrainian National Hall, 1133 Stickney Ave.); India (Grand Ballroom at Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave.); Scotland (Imperial Ballroom at Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave.); Colombia (Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 3, 560 13th St. East); Métis (Manitoba Métis Federation, 656 Sixth St.); Palestine (Backyard on Aberdeen, 1624 13th St., Unit B); Global featuring Nigeria, HAMI, Jamaica (WIS Multicultural Centre, 403 13th St.).

• Feb. 6 — Kiwanis Club of Neepawa and Area presents Kiwanis Music Bingo at ArtsForward (293 Mountain Ave.) at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

• Feb. 6 — We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina to the Brandon Public Library (710 Rosser Ave.) with an Opening Ceremony Watch Party from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Bring your friends.No fee to attend and no registration necessary.

• Feb. 6 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Calgary Hitmen at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

• Feb. 7 — Holding Hands, a very special Choral concert featuring Konektis Choir of Brandon and Horizon Choir of Winnipeg will be held at the First Presbyterian Church (339 12th St.) at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets available online at 3Common or at the door.

• Feb. 7 — Come celebrate the Shoppers Mall’s 55th anniversary with a fashion show at 1 p.m. located by Scotiabank.

• Feb. 7 — City of Brandon Parks and Recreation Department presents Get Crafty: Windowsill Gardening at the Cultural Resource Centre (638 Princess Ave., Door B) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. 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. Cost is $35 and includes all supplies and instructions. Register at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

• Feb. 7 — The Brandon Chamber Players presents The Sun Dog Ensemble with a rotating cast of musical creators exploring sound across genres, beaming into existence by Canadian pianist and songwriter Theresa Thordarson at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Featuring Theresa Thordarson, keyboard and vocals; John Himes, multi-disciplinary guitarist; Christopher Byman, acclaimed composer and clarinetist; Dr. Catherine Wood, clarinet; Marika Galea, bass and jazz-adjacent guitarist and creator Ava Glendinning. For more information and tickets, visit brandonchamberplayers.ca.

• Feb. 9 — City of Brandon Parks and Recreation Department presents Get Crafty: Windowsill Gardening at the Cultural Resource Centre (638 Princess Ave., Door B) from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Paint a collection of wood-cut flowers to assemble a unique floral decoration. Program is $50 and includes all supplies and materials. Register at brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204-729-2471.

• Feb. 10 — Join us for Designer Bag Bingo, a night of fun and great prizes at the Royal Canadian Legion, Brandon No. 3 (560 13th St. East) and support Habitat for Humanity Manitoba Brandon chapter. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; bingo at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $55 each (rush seating). Includes door prize entry and 10 exciting game of bingo where each prize is a designer bag. Rainbow auction and 50/50 draw. Cash bar and refreshments. Tickets available online, in person at Habitat ReStore (630 Rosser Ave.) or by calling Bonnie at 431-541-4137 (Monday-Friday), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Feb. 11-14 — Assiniboine Theatre Company presents, “A Red Plaid Shirt,” by Michael G. Wilmot. A hilarious dinner theatre comedy taking place at the Ukrainian Association Hall (1005 Assiniboine Ave.). Drinks at 5:30 p.m.; buffet at 6 p.m.; Act I at 7 p.m. Dessert during intermission. Tickets are $60 and available at ticketowl.io/assiniboinetheatrecompany.

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