Let’s Do Something — July 9, 2026

NOTE: Due to the ongoing emergency measures regarding overland flooding, some events may be cancelled or rescheduled. Please check event locations for more information.

TODAY

• Noon — The Brandon General Museum and Archives is offering a look at downtown Brandon’s architecture with walking tours. Join us at 12 noon at Princess Park. The tour runs roughly 45 minutes. Also taking place on July 23 and Aug. 20. For more information, visit brandongeneralmuseum.ca.

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

• 5:30 p.m. — The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Agricultural Society Fair and Rodeo takes place over the weekend. Today: chuckwagon and chariot races at 7 p.m., beer gardens open at 5 p.m.

• 6:30 p.m. — The City of Brandon Parks and Recreation presents The Incredibly Hip live on the outdoor stage on the Keystone Centre grounds (note: this is a change of venue from the Riverbank Discovery Centre). Also featuring Simple Jack. Bring your friends, lawn chairs and come spend the evening with us. This is a free event to attend.

• 7 p.m. — Music in the Park at the Jubilee Stage in Victoria Park in Virden (Seventh Avenue South and Seymour Street West) features Heart’s Desire at 7 p.m. The Legion will be hosting a barbecue at each concert throughout the summer starting at 6:15 p.m. In case of rain, the concert will be held at the Legion Hall (540 Eighth Ave.).

• 7 p.m. — Music in the Park Thursdays at the Kenton Community Bandstand features Roll ‘n Tumblin. This is also an open mic night, so come and share your talent. Bring a lawn chair and bug spray!

FRIDAY

• 9 a.m. — The Souris Peacock Days and Fair will take place in Souris throughout the weekend featuring stock dog and shootout, parade, barrel racing and pole bending, kids firefighter rodeo, slow pitch, tractor pull, threshing demos, beer gardens and entertainment and much, much more. Today: Stock Dog Shoot Out at 9 a.m.; beer gardens (cash only); music by Dean Gamey at 7 p.m. For a complete list of events and times visit Peacock Days and Fair on Facebook.

• 9 a.m. — The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Agricultural Society Fair and Rodeo continues. Today: horse shows, pancake breakfast at 8 a.m., chainsaw carving showcase, parade at 3 p.m. and chuckwagon and chariot races at 7 p.m. Street dance featuring The Sean Taylor Band.

• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Brandon Farmers’ Market takes place inside The Town Centre (800 Rosser Ave., Brandon). Local fresh produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickling, yarn, bison, beef, beeswax candles, crafts and more.

SATURDAY

• Day event — Westman Wilderness Club: Kayaking/canoeing event at Ditch Lake. Easy kayak to the end of the lake with Darrell and Betty-Anne. Please contact 204-730-9240 for more details or email macdonald.bettyanne@gmail.com.

• 8 a.m. — The Souris Peacock Days and Fair continues in Souris. Today: Barrel racing and pole bending jackpot at 8 a.m.; parade at 10 a.m.; Peacock Days market opens at noon; Souris and Glenwood Volunteer Fire Department Firefighters Rodeo at noon; garden and antique tractor pulls; threshing demo; live music throughout the day by Dean Gamey, Dean Janz and Just For Kicks. For a complete list of events and times, visit Peacock Days and Fair on Facebook.

• 8 a.m. — The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Agricultural Society Fair and Rodeo continues. Today: pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. light horse show, slo-pitch, heavy duty truck pull, kids tractor pull, chariots and chuckwagons and Heartland Rodeo. Party in the Dirt entertainment by the Sean Taylor Band at 9 p.m.

• 9 a.m. — Come on down to the Market at the Riverbank from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday until Sept. 26 under the trees, just west of the playground on the Discovery Centre grounds.

• 9 a.m. — Brandon’s Farmers’ Market will be held in The Town Centre parkade every Saturday until noon with in-season produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickles, crafts, candles and more. We will also have eggs and meat. Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered.

• 10 a.m. — Southview Flea Market will be held at its new location in the Vintage Rink in Alexander — watch for signs. Market is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $3. For more information, call 204 717-4405 or visit us on Facebook.

• 11 a.m. — Naija Market Day — From Benin to Brandon takes place at Princess Park at 11 a.m. Step into a lively open-air marketplace filled with the colours, sounds, flavours and energy of African culture, all in one unforgettable day. Open to all. Experience authentic African food, music and performances and family fun.

• 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.

• 6:30 p.m. — Music In the Park takes place at CJ’s Snack Shack and Mini Golf, located in Rivers Provincial Park. Join us as we welcome Vinyl Brothers. Music will start at 6:30 p.m.

• 7:30 p.m. — A great lineup of bands playing at the Oak Island Resort this summer. Tonight it is Bethel Road Music at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand. Bring a lawn chair. The resort is located just five miles south of the Trans-Canada Highway on Provincial Road 254. Join us for the weekend and book your campsite today by calling 204-855-2307.

SUNDAY

• 8 a.m. — The Souris Peacock Days and Fair concludes today in Souris. Today: pancake breakfast at 8 a.m.; Southwest Classic Cruizers car show at noon; beer gardens; Class of ’69 — Ryan Keown concert from 3 to 5 p.m. For a complete list of events and times, visit Peacock Days and Fair on Facebook.

• 9 a.m. — The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Agricultural Society Fair and Rodeo concludes. Today: Heartland Rodeo Slack if needed, slo-pitch, horse show, church service and pancake breakfast, chariots and chuckwagon races and Heartland Rodeo.

• 10 a.m. — Southview Flea Market will be held at its new location in the Vintage Rink in Alexander — watch for signs. Market is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $3. For more information, call 204 717-4405 or visit us on Facebook.

• 11 a.m. — The Oak River Agricultural Fair kicks off today with pony show at 11 a.m. and MGRA at 4 p.m.

MONDAY

• 7 a.m. — The Oak River Agricultural Fair continues today with a pancake breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m. Horse show at 9 a.m.; lawn tractor pull, beef cattle show and much more. Ham supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

• 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 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.

• 7 p.m. — Women in Harmony rehearses on Mondays at Trinity United Church in Brandon (1515 Sixth St.). If you would like to check out a rehearsal to see if singing barbershop music with a dynamic and welcoming group of women is for you, join us Mondays at 7 p.m. For information, call Naomi at 204-724-5152 or email womeninharmony1975@gmail.com.

TUESDAY

• 6:30 a.m. — Join us at the Strathclair Agricultural Fair, which kicks off with a free pancake breakfast with ground admission. Light and mini horse show, fair day parade, heavy horse and mini show, decorated bike competition, children’s activities and petting zoo, beef show, bingo. Entertainment in the arena by Marlene Rumak. MGRA at 4 p.m. and supper at 4:45 p.m.

• 2 p.m. — Join us for Board Games Summer at the Brandon General Museum and Archives (19 Ninth St.) every Tuesday from July 7 to Aug. 18, 2 to 4 p.m. Come out and enjoy playing games and meet some fun people. For more information, call 204-717-1514.

• 6:30 p.m. — The City of Brandon Parks and Recreation Services announces the return of Music in the Park on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Princess Park. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an incredible lineup of local talent all summer long. No admission fee. Tonight’s show features ReImagined.

• 7 p.m. — Taoist Tai Chi at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) every Tuesday 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.

WEDNESDAY

• 6:30 a.m. — The Shoal Lake Agricultural Fair kicks off with a pancake breakfast at 6:30 a.m. followed by light horse show, miniature horse show, beef cattle show, market, crafts and much more. Gymkhana in the evening.

• 1 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 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in classes or punch cards are available for purchase. Members, $4; non-members, $6. For information, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 4 p.m. — Now until August, downtown Brandon transforms into a vibrant hub of excitement, creativity and community spirit at the Downtown Summer Market every Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. on Rosser Avenue. Stroll through the market and soak in the sounds of live music, savour delicious food and discover one-of-a-kind handmade goods from local artisans and chefs.

AT THE CLUBS

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

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nick Guiton will entertain on the back patio on Friday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Inside on the main stage will be Flamenco on the Prairies from 8 to 10 p.m. Flamenco dancing and Brazilian jazz. There’s a $10 cover.

• 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.

• Sand Hills Casino (777 Sand Hill Dr., Carberry) — Pop Vegas performs some rock/pop/country music on Friday and Saturday in the Oasis Bar and Grill. Live and always free.

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 4 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. Information about the exhibit assistant and public programs assistant positions can be found at dalyhousemuseum.ca/careers/. Annual general meeting tonight at 7 p.m. and by Zoom.

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba (Unit 2, 710 Rosser Ave., Brandon) — Free admission. 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. Now until Aug. 1, the Main Gallery is featuring two exhibitions: “Mending: Quilt Project 2025-26” with Melanie Rocan and “Renewal,” a travelling exhibition featuring 33 fibre and textile artists. In the Kayes Family Community Gallery until Aug. 1 is “Making Our Mark III,” a community exhibition of local Westman 2SLGBTQIA+ artists. 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 Sundays and Mondays. 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 open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 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 6 get in free. Phone 204-765-3000 (ext. 3570) or email RCAMuseum@forces.gc.ca.

• Wasagaming Community Arts (110 Wasagaming Dr.) — Current exhibition on now until Sept. 6 is “Weiming Zhao: Chasing Light and Colour in the Park.” Reception in honour of the artist will take place on Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. Open to the public and free to attend.

• 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. Our next exhibition starts on Thursday with the reception and opening with the artist Lesley Moffitt at 6 p.m. with a performance by Santi Sanchez.

• Arts Mosaic (425 6th Ave. South, Virden) — The Arts Mosaic Gallery is located in the Historic CP Rail Station in Virden. The Gallery consists of the Main Gallery and Gallery 2. Hours: Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Our next exhibition starts on Thursday with the reception and opening with the artist Lesley Moffitt at 6 p.m. with a performance by Santi Sanchez. For more information, call 204-748-3014.

• Virden Pioneer Home Museum (390 King St. West, Virden) — The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. We are also having our Museum Day barbecue event on Aug. 7. For more information, call 204-748-1659 or text 204-573-9124.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• July 16 — City of Brandon Parks and Recreation presents Open Mic Night at the Riverbank Discovery Centre at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event. Open to music, comedy, poetry and more.

• July 16 — Hamiota Agricultural Fair will be held at the Hamiota fairgrounds. Pancake breakfast at 6:30 a.m., parade at 9 a.m. Carnival games, petting zoo, show and shine, livestock shows, Midwest AAA U-18 baseball.

• July 17 — Harding Agricultural Fair includes a pancake breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Light and heavy horse shows, beef cattle shows, harness and miniatures and much, much more.

• July 17-18 — Wawanesa’s Pound Pail Paddle event takes place over the weekend. Build a boat, showcase your boat in the parade and then race it down the Souris River. Weekend is loaded with music, games, food and beverages. Social on Friday with 8 Track Shuffle. Local talent showcase on Saturday followed by live music by Neon Madmen.

• July 17-19 — The Salamander Summer Music Festival will be held in Rideau Park for three days of Prairie music, food, art and culture. Artists include: Jan Ek, Shipaki El Salvador Folk Dance, 11:22, Kwae Kobain, Full Flannel Jacket, Solaire, 3D Bank, Heidi Hislop, House of Hex, Mike Lamb, Louden King, Re-Imagined, Roots 10 Collective, Kate’s Outlaw, Kayla Luky, Tommy Douglas Keenan, Amber Epp and Emmanuel Bach, Wheat City Jug Band, Prince Eddy and the Wrecking Balls and An Unexpected End. Day passes are $60 plus tax for adults; youth/seniors $50; kids under 12 are free. For more information visit salamanderfest.ca.

• July 17-19 — The Dakota Oyate Wacipi’s 80th annual Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Powwow takes place at the Sioux Valley powwow grounds over the weekend featuring women’s traditional, jingle and fancy; men’s traditional, chicken, grass and fancy. There will also be a moccasin tournament. Drums by Dakota Hotain, Dakota Travels, Riverside Dakota as well as many other invited drum groups. Dakota Oyate Wacipi is a drug and alcohol free event. Security on site 24/7.

• July 17-19 — Join us at the Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition at Morris for our pro-rodeo event on the Canadian Tour circuit. Complete with some of the top names in bull riding, bronco-busting, tie down roping, bareback riding and steer wrestling circles. Also get ready for the fast paced thoroughbred chariot and pony chuckwagon racing. July 17: chuckwagon at 2 p.m.; pro rodeo at 7 p.m. July 18: Pro rodeo at 2 p.m.; chuckwagon at 7 p.m. July 19: Rodeo at 2 p.m. and chuckwagon at 4 p.m. For more information and a complete schedule of events you can visit manitobastampede.ca.

• July 18 — An alt indie rock band from the U.K., Supalung will be performing at Poor Michael’s Emporium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 and are available in store or online at Eventbrite.

• July 18 — The Erickson Legion proudly presents A.R. Cash: A Tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter live in concert at the Erickson Legion Hall. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; dinner buffet at 5:30 p.m.; show at 7 p.m. For tickets, call Perry 204-406-8495 or Margaret 204-761-4465.

• July 18-19 — Westman Wilderness Club: Kinnis Creek Backpack in RMNP. This is an eight-kilometres trip and suitable for first-time backpackers with Di. Must have done at least a 10-kilometre day hike with the club. Will need to know by July 5 or ASAP as we’ll have to book sites. Cost is approximately $10-15 per person (depending on how many go). Please text 204-761-6698 or email di.ingram@hotmail.com for details.

• July 18-19 — Wasagaming Community Arts is delighted to present our annual Rawhide & Jellyroll Makers Market taking place in the Gallery spaces of Wasagaming Community Arts (110 Wasagaming Dr.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more than 30 years, the Rawhide & Jelly Roll Market has brought together a vibrant community of makers, artists and creative entrepreneurs.

• July 18-19 — The Minnedosa Agricultural Society presents the 141st Fair and Exhibition Weekend featuring horse and pony shows, heavy horse shows, MGRA, miniature show, silent auction, butter tart challenge, smoked brisket supper and much more.

• July 21-23 — Prairie Edge Football is offering a Summer Development Camp at the Canada Packers Sports Complex (360 Veterans Way) for young athletes entering Grades 6-8 and high school athletes entering Grades 9-12. This is a non-contact football development camp focused on fundamentals, movement, technique, skill development, IQ and overall development. No football equipment is required. More information can be found at prairieedgefootball.ca or by emailing info@prairieedgefootball.ca.

• July 23 — Westman 365 Cancer Care Support Group meets the fourth Thursday of each month at noon at the Centre For Hope, located in Western Manitoba Cancer Centre (300 McTavish Ave.) Providing information sessions to help cancer patients, caregivers and those who love them, navigate their cancer journey. For more information, call Ron at 204-728-9728 or Darlene at 204-761-8570 or Anne 204-728-9958.

• July 26 — Westman Jams gathers on the last Sunday of each month 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 204-728-5611.

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