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96 MANITOBA SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL JULY 24-26 Mennonite culture is celebrated with ethnic food, family entertainment, parade, car show, motocross races, pancake breakfasts, ball tournament, farmer's market, crafts, queen pageant and street dance. Altona 204-324-9005 > altona.ca CANADA'S NATIONAL UKRAINIAN FESTIVAL JULY 31-AUGUST 2 In this special celebration of Ukraine's independence, experience the flavour of old traditions and culture through song, dance, costume and delectable Ukrainian cuisine. Dauphin 204-622-4600 | 1-877-474-2683 > cnuf.ca ISLENDINGADAGURINN (Icelandic Festival of Manitoba) JULY 31-AUGUST 3 Second oldest ethnic gathering in Canada held in the largest Icelandic community outside Iceland. Includes midway, beach volleyball, Amma's kitchen, folk festival, fine art show, sandcastle building contest, New Iceland historic and cultural exhibits, traditional program and parade. Gimli 204-642-7417 > icelandicfestival.com STEINBACH PIONEER DAYS JULY 31-AUGUST 3 Celebrate pioneer life with festivities featuring interpretive demonstrations such as butter churning, threshing, log cutting and quilting, auction sale, horse show, children's events and barbecues. Mennonite Heritage Village, Steinbach 204-326-9661 | 1-866-280-8741 > mennoniteheritagevillage.com > mhv.ca FOLKLORAMA - CANADA'S CULTURAL CELEBRATION AUGUST 2-15 Folklorama is the largest and longest running multi-cultural festival of its kind in the world! With over 40 pavilions across Winnipeg celebrating diversity and global culture, the two-week festival features world-class presentations of entertainment, cultural art and ethnic cuisine. Enjoy lively displays of cultural dance and music from internationally celebrated performers with multiple show times nightly. Various locations throughout Winnipeg 204-982-6210 | 1-800-665-0234 > folklorama.ca MORDEN CORN & APPLE FESTIVAL AUGUST 21-23 It's fun and free! Free admission, free shuttle bus, free live stage entertainment, free hot buttered corn on the cob, free apple cider and free bus tours. Also a midway, crafts, dances and gospel stage on Sunday. Morden 204-823-CORN (2676) > cornandapple.com MANITO AHBEE SEPTEMBER 9-13 Celebration of Aboriginal music and culture, International Pow Wow Competition, Music Festival, Indigenous Marketplace, Trade and Education Conference, Métis celebration and Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards. MTS Centre, Winnipeg 204-956-1849 | 1-866-449-0251 > manitoahbee.ca MANITOBA LIVESTOCK EXPO NOVEMBER 5-7 Agricultural extravaganza with shows and exhibits, auctions, Kids World and Manitoba Rodeo Championship finals. Keystone Centre, Brandon 204-726-3590 | 1-877-729-0001 > brandonfairs.com CANADIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE'S 103 rd GREY CUP GAME NOVEMBER 29 Winnipeg hosts Canada's largest sporting event at the home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Investors Group Field, Winnipeg 204-326-9661 | 1-866-280-8741 > cfl.ca > bluebombers.com CANAD INNS WINTER WONDERLAND DECEMBER 4, 2015-JANUARY 2, 2016 A brilliant presentation of over one million lights and over 29 different theme areas viewed during the 2.5 km drive in the comfort of your own car. It's a great way to spend quality time with your family and celebrate the season of lights – three million watts of them! Red River Exhibition Park, Winnipeg 204-888-6990 > redriverex.com For a complete listing of all Manitoba events visit: > travelmanitoba.com/events