Niverville

Niverville Fair 2025

Earlybird GENERAL Weekend Pass - 25% OFF

Earlybird YOUTH Weekend Pass - 25% OFF

Niverville Fair

Friday, April 25th- Winnipeg, MBLocation: Rookie's Sports Bar (201 Melrose Ave. E)Time: Bell time: 8pmTickets: $19 in advance, $22 at the door.Purchase tickets online at cwetickets.com

Rookies Sports Bar

CWE Presents The 2025 Lethal Lottery

General Admission

Canadian Wrestling's Elite

Come and enjoy the tastes of Manitoba’s own Bothwell Cheese as the New Bothwell Cheese and Wine committee once again host an evening of delicious cheeses paired with wines from local distributors.
 
Mark May 31st on your calendars and be prepared to sample many varieties of the award winning cheeses that Bothwell Cheese provides while enhancing the flavour when pairing them with a host of wine options from different countries.  The event will also feature a few beer options from local breweries and some food samples from Bothwell’s own Country Style Meats and Steinbach’s well known Prairie Oils and Vinegars.
 
This year will feature a string quartet of live music to enhance the evening's atmosphere.  We look forward to seeing you there!
 
ATTENDEES MUST BE 18 years of age to attend
 
This event is in support of recreation in New Bothwell and all proceeds are used towards the community
We appreciate your support!

New Bothwell Cheese & Wine

NEW BOTHWELL CHEESE & WINE FESTIVAL

General admission

The Sixth Annual Slide Show is shaping up to be another kick ass weekend of fantastic slide guitar and super talented players. The venue is a historic lovingly renovated barn on Treaty 1 land in Manitoba settled in the late 1890s and capacity is 100 music-loving folks.
SCHEDULE: Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 8pm (Doors open 7pm)
BIG DAVE MACLEAN nominated for “BLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAR” at the 2025 Juno Awards for his album "THIS OLD LIFE”, McLean has been earning accolades since 1969, when he received his first guitar lesson from the legendary John Hammond. He's received multiple awards including a Juno for 1992’s Saturday Night Blues and in 2019 he was made a member of the ORDER OF CANADA in recognition of his influence in the field of Delta and Chicago blues.  http://www.bigdavemclean.ca
JACKSON KLIPPENSTEIN hails from the serene landscapes of Kenora, Ontario. Klippenstein’s music is a laid back blend of indie rock, folk, and blues. His latest project titled “One Piece at a Time” takes you through a journey of self independence and escapism under the backdrop of steady driving rhythms and powerful melodies.  https://www.jacksonklippenstein.com/
HILLBILLY BURLESQUE is Darrell Sandmoen and Angel Calnek, a dynamic award winning duo who blend a lifetime of passion for roots and blues into every note they play. With powerful vocals, soulful blues guitar, and heartfelt harmonies, they create an unforgettable listening experience delivering a sound that is both down home and sassy. https://www.facebook.com/hillbillyburlesque/
 
SCHEDULE: Sunday Matinee May 25, 2025 at 2pm (Doors open 1pm)
FRED CASEY developed a passion for Hawaiian music at a very young age. He holds a diploma in classical guitar from the Conservatorio Nacional de Música in Mexico City and is a skilled builder of guitars, ukuleles, and mandolins. Today Fred plays steel guitar with Prairie Aloha, a band led by his wife, the talented Kate Ferris.  http://www.cfcaseyguitars.com/?file=kop1.php
JP LEPAGE has a long and intimate relationship with the blues, going back nearly four decades. He scored his first blues albums from former high school teacher, well-known music historian and author John Einarson, and began a deep dive into the blues. Most recently, he plays a key role in the Soul Revue Band featuring the fabulous Jayme Giesbrecht as well as performing with his own group, the JP Lepage Band.  https://jplepageband.com/js_artist/jp-lepage/
HILLBILLY BURLESQUE Darrell Sandmoen and Angel Calnek draw on their lifelong passion for roots and blues music to create distinct interpretations with powerful vocals, soulful blues guitar, and heartfelt harmonies. Through story-based originals, their sound shifts from heartbreaking ballads to quirky, humorous takes on life.  https://www.facebook.com/hillbillyburlesque/
Supporting all the performers are THE SLIDEBACKERS, the super tight rhythm section of Julene Gravett https://musicprosmanitoba.ca/julene-julie-gravett/ on drums and Vaughn Poyser on bass guitar and musical direction. http://vaughanpoyser.ca  
We offer our audiences a free Toast Station stocked with artisan breads, accoutrements, water, coffee and tea and you are welcome to bring your beverage of choice, a snack and a comfy cushion for your you-know-what!
DAILY PASS - $40 - Saturday May 24th - Doors open 7 pm - Show starts at 8 pm. 
DAILY PASS - $40 - Sunday May 25th - Doors open 1 pm -  Show starts at 2 pm. 
WEEKEND PASS - $70 - includes both Saturday and Sunday concerts
The two shows feature different performers so if you buy a weekend pass you'll enjoy a wide array of slide guitar styles, songwriters and singers.
 

The Old Moar's Barn

The Slide Show 2025

The Slide Show 2025- Saturday Only May 24 at 8 PM

The Slide Show 2025 - Sunday Only May 25 at 2 PM

The Slide Show 2025- Weekend Pass Saturday and Sunday May 24  at 8 PM and May 25 at 2 PM

The Slide Show

HIGH-CALIBRE, WORLD-CLASS ART AND TATTOOS! The 7th Annual Winnipeg Tattoo Convention is once again bringing world-class tattooing to Manitoba during summer 2025. This three-day celebration of tattooing takes over Red River Exhibition Park August 8, 9 & 10 featuring more than 250 tattoo artists including local talent, some of North America’s best plus renowned tattoo artists from around the globe. Take advantage of this opportunity to get tattooed by a world-class artist with walk-up tattoos available all weekend plus incredible artwork, tons of unique merch, music, beer gardens, market, motorcycle showcase and more. 
Early bird prices in effect until June 30, 2025.
Brought to you by Kapala Tattoo, Cheyenne & Good Guy Supply. 
Website: www.winnipegtattooconvention.com
Facebook Page, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok

Red River Exhibition Park

2025 7th Annual Winnipeg Tattoo Convention

Early Bird Day Pass - Any One Day of the Convention

Early Bird Weekend Pass - Every Day of the Convention

Day Pass - Any One Day of the Convention

Weekend Pass - Every Day of the Convention

Permanent Productions Ltd.

Saturday, April 26th- Mitchell, MBLocation: The Mitchell Arena (138 Ash St.)Time: VIP Doors: 6pm, Doors Open 6:30pm, Bell time 7:00pm.Tickets: VIP First Access Ticket $20 ($25 at the door), General Admission $15 in advance, $20 at the door.Advance Tickets Available at: Mitchell Express Foods (37 Centre St N), Rona La Broquerie Lumber (23 Lumber Ave.),Purchase tickets online at cwetickets.com 
 

Mitchell Arena

CWE Presents The Point To Prove Tour

VIP First Access

Mark your calendars Winnipeg, we’re bringing Canadian car culture to your city on July 12th at The Red River Exhibition Park! The eBay Motors DRIVEN Aftermarket Car Show is hitting the road for a Coast to Coast tour and we want you to be part of it!Register your vehicle or get your discount advanced ticket now at www.drivenshow.caIf you're a business interested in exhibiting, don’t hesitate to reach out or send us a DM! For now, be sure to follow our social media channels for the latest updates, news, and exclusive features.DRIVEN 2025 is Presented by@ebaycanada #ebaymotors@superspeedwheel@liquimoly@mbrpexhaust@revivify.canada Coatings@rayswheelsusa@verleno_official@yokohamacanada@jaxwax.ca#drivenshow

Red River Exhibition Park Red River Exhibition Expo Centre

DRIVEN Winnipeg

General Ticket - 20% off

General Ticket - 10% off

General Ticket

Children 5-11/Seniors  65+

REP Media

Friday, May 23rd- Winnipeg, MBLocation: Access Centre (48 Holland Rd.- West St. Paul, MB)Time: VIP Doors: 6pm, Doors Open 6:30pm, Bell time 7:00pm.Tickets: VIP First Access Ticket $30 In Advance, $35 At The Door. General Admission $25 In Advance, $30 At The DoorAdvance Tickets Available at: Punjab Grocery & Convenience (668 Sheppard St.), Blade Hair Design (3-1341 Henderson Hwy), Video 1001 (576 Mountain Ave), First Row Collectibles (1835 Main St.), The Misfit Mission Collectables (1841 Portage Ave.)Purchase tickets online at cwetickets.com
 

Access Centre - West St. Paul's Recreation Site

Friday, June 13th- Winnipeg, MBLocation: Rookie's Sports Bar (201 Melrose Ave. E)Time: Bell time: 8pmTickets: $19 in advance, $22 at the door.Purchase tickets online at cwetickets.com

CWE Presents The Boys Of Summer

Saturday, June 14th- Anola, MBLocation: Anola Community Club (35085 MB-15)Time: VIP Doors: 6pm, Doors Open 6:30pm, Bell time 7:00pm.Tickets: VIP First Access Ticket $20 ($25 at the door), General Admission $15 in advance, $20 at the door.Advance Tickets Available at: Pine Ridge Dental (30 CO-OP Dr. Unit 1, Oakbank, MB)Purchase tickets online at cwetickets.com 

Anola Community Club

CWE Presents The Cruel Summer Tour

Nova Brasil Collective is a dynamic group of local musicians who share a fundamental passion for Brazilian music. The collective was born through the minds of Osvaldo Ferraz (acoustic guitar) and Dhiego Costa (piano), two Brazilian musicians who flew from Brazil to Manitoba to study music and who now call this province home. The ensemble is known for its vibrant performances and deep respect for the traditions of Brazilian music, while also infusing contemporary jazz elements to create a unique and engaging experience for our listeners.
Nova Brasil Collective debuted in 2024, performing at the Music ‘N’ Mavens Festival, with the show “Tom Jobim - Where’s the love?” at the Berney Theatre, with a historic overview of Antonio Carlos Jobim's compositions, and at the 2024 TD Winnipeg International Jazz Festival, with the show “Jazz Winnipeg Salutes – Astrud Gilberto: The Girl From Ipanema” at the Fort Garry Hotel Club Room, featuring classics that were recorded by Astrud Gilberto during her brilliant career.
For this performance at Jazz at the Fort Garry, a smaller ensemble of the collective will perform a very unique set of Brazilian standards by João Bosco, Ivan Lins, Djavan and Toninho Horta, all through the hands of extremely talented musicians from Manitoba's Brazilian jazz scene.
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Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel is located in The Club Room on the lower level of The Fort Garry Hotel. The venue is wheelchair accessible with assistance - please inform the hotel's front desk staff if you'd like to use the elevator to access the lower level.

Fort Garry Hotel

Nova Brasil Collective

Jazz Winnipeg

Tenor saxophonist John Greene is an up-and-coming musician on the Winnipeg jazz scene. Deeply inspired by swing-era legends such as Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins, and Ben Webster, John Greene channels their influence while embracing the approach of contemporary traditionalists such as Scott Hamilton and Harry Allen. With a deep appreciation for swing and early jazz styles, John’s rich sound and expansive vocabulary evoke the golden era of jazz while remaining fresh to modern audiences.
John’s latest endeavor – The Winnipeg Swing Project – is a collective of Winnipeg-based musicians sharing a love for early jazz styles. Dedicated to reviving the swing tradition in Winnipeg, they can be found around town performing repertoire from classic composers such as Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Count Basie, and more. The Winnipeg Swing Project captures the energy and excitement of the big band, bringing exciting arrangements to the intimacy of a small group setting.
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Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel is located in The Club Room on the lower level of The Fort Garry Hotel. The venue is wheelchair accessible with assistance - please inform the hotel's front desk staff if you'd like to use the elevator to access the lower level.

The Fort Garry Hotel

John Greene + The Winnipeg Swing Project

Manitoba Chamber OrchestraLarry Strachan, conductorCris Derksen, cello
Gather and warm yourself by the fire. Through sublime music, spoken word, and the sounds of nature, the trailblazing cellist-composer immerses us in stories about humanity’s connection to earth.
Cris Derksenᐊᐊᐧᓱᐃᐧᐣ Awasowin

Kotawe ᑯᑕᐁ - Start a fire
Paskwâskitew ᐸᐢᑳᐧᐢᑭᑌᐤ - The fire throws sparks
Pahkisimôtâhk ᐸᐦᑭᓯᒨᑖᕁ - West where the sun sets
Macâcimowin ᒪᒑᒋᒧᐃᐧᐣ - An evil story
Paskwâskitew ᐸᐢᑳᐧᐢᑭᑌᐤ - The fire throws sparks
Pewaninakwan ᐯᐊᐧᓂᓇᑲᐧᐣ - It looks like a storm coming in the distance
Piyêsiwiw ᐱᔦᓯᐃᐧᐤ - It is a thunderstorm
Waseskwan ᐊᐧᓭᐢᑲᐧᐣ - The sky is clearing (after a storm)

Michael OesterleScènes des bois
Arlan N. SchultzString Quartet No. 2
Cris DerksenSpiderbeing
Concert Sponsor: TD Bank GroupSpring Season sponsor: Gail Asper Family Foundation Inc.Special thanks to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Program subject to change

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

MCO 7 / ᐊᐊᐧᓱᐃᐧᐣ Awasowin

Under-30

General admission adult

General admission senior

Arts Worker

Manitoba Chamber Orchestra

It's time for the techno lovers to come out and play!
Join us May 3rd at club happenings for a specially crafted night, Featuring 3 passionate DJ's working together with no set times to create a seamless soundscape of the BEST Techno tracks.
Featuring:
- All Black Dress Code.
- Dark room with minimal red lighting.
- No lasers.
- Killer Sound System.
- Positive and Welcoming community of techno music lovers.
 
 
 

Club Happenings

Code: Black

Advanced

Rave Therapy


Get ready to light up the night with Bollywood beats, electrifying performances, and endless glam! 💃🕺
🎶 Non-stop Bollywood Hits🍹 Signature Cocktails 💃 Live Performances & More!
🎟 Limited Spots! Grab Your Tickets NOW!
🎬✨ BLACK & WHITE BOLLYWOOD NIGHT ✨🎬
📅 2nd May | 🕙 10 PM Onwards 📍 VW Social Club (65 Chancelor Cirlcle, Winnipeg, R3T 2M5)👗 Dress Code: Black & White but not compulsory
🔗 [Link in Bio] 
 

VW Social Club

BLACK & WHITE BOLLYWOOD NIGHT

Early Bird

General

Boujee

Melodic Mayhem is back by popular demand!
Winnipeg's favourite melodic electronic music event is back for a second year with some new and some familiar faces, including last year's headliner that we all need to hear more of, and another melodic master travelling to Winnipeg for the first time!!
More DJ's, more variety of feel good sounds, more production and effects!!
Get your PURPLE OUTFIT ready and join us for the vibe-lovers' classic rave... You won't want to miss this one!

Pyramid Cabaret

Melodic Mayhem

Early bird

Pickle Ranch Hype Company

Real Love Winnipeg presents... 
••• Big Loser•• Jamboree• CEC
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Public DomainFriday, May 2 2025Doors at 8:30Music at 9:3018+
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Public Domain

Big Loser • Jamboree • CEC

Real Love Winnipeg

Saturday  May 3rd 
NOCHE EN MEXICO -NIGHT IN MEXICO 🇲🇽 
LATIN NIGHT  
 

216 McDermot Avenue

Noche en Mexico (Latin night)

Tier 1 early bird admission

LATIN FEVER WPG

🏺 Dancelantis IV: Ancient Greece Edition - Reimagined at The Park Theatre
Ages 18+
SOLD OUT 3 YEARS IN A ROW!
Rediscover nightlife with our vibrant mini-festivals .. next up.. Dancelantis!
Including: 

Interactive Art
Aerial Artistry
Glitter Bar & Wall of Kindness
Immersive Decor & Visuals
Lasers
Secrets Yet Revealed

🏛️ VIP Perks: Includes express entry and complimentary coat check.
📅 When: April 25th, 2025
📍 Where: The Park Theatre
Engage & Plan

🔱Outfit Look-book: Our photoshoot to get you excited and inspired for Dancelantis
🏺 More Outfit Inspiration: Find your perfect Ancient Greek attire on our Pinterest here.
🍇 Group Chat: Join our WhatsApp group to discuss outfits and pre-event gatherings here.

 

Park Theatre

Dancelantis

GA: Early Bird

VIP: Early Bird

GA: Advance

VIP: Advance

GA: Final Release

VIP: Final Release

Always Dale

Secret location to be announced day of show.
2 - 6AM
 
Featuring
Eddie Alix 2-4AM
LSDAVE 4-6AM
 

Winnipeg

Always Afters: Dancelantis

Advance

Prepare for Re-Entry — Bass Invasion Is Back!Strap into your hoverpod and rocket into the heart of the neon nebula — Bass Invasion returns Friday, April 25th at Paramour Electronic Showcase for another night of high-octane drum and bass madness.This month's lineup brings a fresh wave of interstellar talent: Davey Berkowitz, Chronic Flow, UNH!NGED, Gumby, and Fayte will be unleashing cosmic chaos across the dancefloor.The invasion is monthly. The bass is eternal.You coming or what, earthling?Come by and see Project Safe Audience for all your harm reduction needs. They will be here from 9pm to 1am for your safe partying and harm reduction! Some of the supports they offer: reagent substance testing, safer use kits, substance information, earplugs and gum.

Bass Invasion

pre-sale

HardDance Winnipeg

Join us for a Rager of a night with The Anti-Queens and Venomous Pinks.
With local support from The Murder Birds and The Soundoff!
Doors @ 8:00Bands @ 8:30
$15.00 in advance$20.00 at the door
Minors permitted with a parent/guardian

1364 Main Street

Anti-Queens, Venomous Pinks, The Murder Birds, The Soundoff

Bulldog Event Center

Real Love Winnipeg presents... 
••• FIINN "Already Gone" Album Release•• sundayclub• Joey Visser
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The Handsome DaughterSaturday April 26 2025Doors at 8:00Music at 9:0018+
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The Handsome Daughter

FIINN "Already Gone" Album Release w/ sundayclub & Joey Visser

Lose yourself to a euphoric blend of dance music and discover an atmosphere that you won't forget. Only at Dreams Discoteca.
FEATURING
J.E.D 
DOMMI
SIE SIE
TIMÜR  
DETAILS

RSVP for free entry before 10:30 & $10 all night after (extremely limited)
Advance GA tickets - $10 for guaranteed entry all night (while supplies last)
Door tickets will be available for $10 until midnight & $20 after, first come first serve


House of Dreams

RSVP PASSES (FREE BEFORE 10:30 PM)

ADVANCE GA PASSES

Dreams Discoteca

House of GOBL 4 - House of GOBL 1 year anniversary
 
Saturday April 26th | 18+ event 
Come celebrate House of GOBL's 1 year anniversary on Saturday, April 26th at Club Happenings (114b Osborne St)
The night will feature sets from House of GOBL members as well as additional sets from other guest DJs.
Come join us for a night of House music !!
We will be upgrading the sound system and bringing the noise to celebrate 1 year of House of GOBL.
 
Lineup announcement coming soon !!!
Early Bird Tickets are live and limited!!! 
Go to our instagram for more information:
@houseofgobl
https://www.instagram.com/houseofgobl/
Feel free to DM with any questions.
 
Check out sets by the DJ's playing on the House of GOBL Youtube and Soundcloud.

House of GOBL: 1 year Anniversary

Early Bird Tickets

House of Gobl

Groove under a massive disco ball to the latest disco, funk, and throwback remixes at the Discoteca.
Espresso Martinis & Obamas on special.
Featuring 
TIMÜR
THE DEGENERATES 
DETAILS

RSVP for free entry before 10:30 & $10 all night after (extremely limited)
Advance GA tickets - $10 for guaranteed entry all night (while supplies last)
Door tickets will be available for $10 until midnight & $20 after, first come first serve

 

Discoteca

GET READY TO ENTER THE COSMOS!Join us for an epic night of intergalactic sounds and mesmerizing visuals as we presentBEYOND THE SENSESFeaturing:
- Dj Ayuni Set- Hypnotic visuals and laser light show- Immersive atmosphere and decor- Dancing all night long!
Don't miss out on this cosmic adventure!Secure your spot now, and let's blast off into the night!Saturday, April 26The New Cavalier Inn 1650 Regent Ave
22:00 - 3:00See you on the dance floor!#winnipegravecommunity #adhdproduction #winnipeglocal #astrix #electronicmusic #tranceparty #ozora #trustintrance #psytrance #goatrance #psychedelic #psychedelicart #psychedelictrance #nova #festival 

1650 Regent Avenue West

Beyond The Senses

ADHD Production

Join us Friday April 25th at Boujee for a night of dancing and killer vibes
 
The music starts at 10 and doesnt stop till late!

Boujee Restaurant & Bar

Boujee - April 25th

Ticket

EventSafe

Exchange Event Centre

James Kennedy

Nightshift Entertainment

Join us on Saturday, May 31st for the Drop In Dance Winnipeg Adult Dance Program Showcase at the Tec Voc Theatre!
Doors open at 2:00 PM, and the show starts at 3:00 PM sharp.
This fun, community event will feature performances from our talented adult dancers across various styles, including hip hop, Bollywood, samba, and more. It’s a great opportunity to support local dancers and enjoy a vibrant display of artistry, technique, and creativity.
Whether you're a dance enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, this showcase is sure to entertain and inspire!

Technical Vocational High School Theatre

May 2025 Adult Dance Program Showcase

Early Bird General Admission

Drop In Dance Winnipeg Inc.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Shawna Maleski as she connects the worlds, offering messages of love, comfort, and guidance from those who have crossed over. With her deep compassion and insight, Shawna provides healing and reassurance to those seeking peace. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience a night of connection and powerful revelations. Reserve your seat now for this extraordinary event!
 
 

The Fort Garry Hotel- The Club Room

The Prairie Psychic Medium

Regular

Real Love Winnipeg presents... 
SMASH THE MACHINE
A Smashing Pumpkins and Rage Against The Machine tribute night featuring local bands: 
• The Fistagons as RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE• Guilty Sleep as SMASHING PUMPKINS
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The Rec Room (696 Sterling Lyon Pkwy)Friday, May 16 2025Doors at 8:00Music at 9:00ALL AGES WELCOME
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The Rec Room

SMASH THE MACHINE: A Smashing Pumpkins & Rage Against The Machine Tribute Show

Real Love Winnipeg presents...
The 3rd annual Taylor Swift cover night!
Local bands covering Taylor Swift through all the eras, with an opening set of all Paramore covers!
••• Erika Fowler as Taylor Swift•• Syd Bomek as Taylor Swift• Solaire as Paramore•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••TICKETS • $20 in advance at www.reallovewpg.com•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••The Park TheatreSaturday, May 24 2025Doors at 8:00 ~ Show at 9:00ALL AGES!
DISCLAIMER:This event is not endorsed or affiliated with TASRM or Taylor Swift. 

The Park Theatre

Taylor Swift Cover Night w/ Erika Fowler & Syd Bomek + Solaire as Paramore

Sheena Rattai is a vocal powerhouse with a sound that’s unmistakably her own. Raised under the wing of her gospel-singing mother, she learned early on to "sing from a place of reverence" — a lesson that continues to shape her soul-stretching performances. With a voice honed through classical and jazz studies at university and forged in Winnipeg’s underground funk clubs, Sheena has captivated audiences across seven nations and every Canadian province. As the lead singer of the roots trio Red Moon Road, she's graced premier Canadian stages like the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Hillside Music Festival, Calgary Folk Club, and many others. A gifted songwriter and sought-after studio musician, Sheena’s voice brings depth and power to both original work and iconic classics, from Ella Fitzgerald to Paul Simon — stirring emotion wherever her music is heard.
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Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel is located in The Club Room on the lower level of The Fort Garry Hotel. The venue is wheelchair accessible with assistance - please inform the hotel's front desk staff if you'd like to use the elevator to access the lower level.

Sheena Rattai


This heavy metal fundraiser is a bash in honour of Erin Laye & Liam Ready. We welcome you to a night of Heavy Metal!
Epic metal with Metal Godz and Zed-Zeppelin live! Doors are at 8 p.m. so be there early and be ready to rock! You'll witness all the hits from Judas Priest and Led Zeppelin, two of greatest metal acts that have graced the world.
This is a rock'n roll fundraiser for Erin and Liam. There will be a silent auction and it will be. a blast. Spread the word.

The Pyramid Cabaret

METAL GODZ & ZED-ZEPPELIN

Metal Godz & Zed Zeppelin

Enjoy a live electronic music set accompanied by saxophone, vocals, and other live instruments by local artist Alex Maher.
As the sun sets and the garden comes alive, the experience will be captured and transformed into a one-hour film. Please arrive by 8:15 PM, as entry will be closed prior to Alex Maher's set.
After his set, the night continues with an exciting lineup of talented local DJs.
Event schedule:

7:30pm -8:30pm Nork 
8:15pm - Doors close 
8:30pm - 9:30pm Alex Maher [Recorded sunset set]
9:30pm -10:30pm Milly b
10:30pm -11:30pm Dustynuts
11:30pm -12:30pm Shael

 
We look forward to sharing this experience with you!
 
Dress code will be enforced. Flow props are not permitted. 

Alex Maher at the Garden of Contemplation

Early access

Tier 1: General Admission

Sound Lounge

As our festival's finale evening presentation, Jazz Winnipeg is proud to present the incomparable Richard Bona.

 
About Richard Bona:
“Imagine an artist with Jaco Pastorious’s virtuosity, George Benson’s vocal fluidity, Joao Gilberto’s sense of song and harmony, all mixed up with African culture. Ladies and gentlemen, we bring you Richard Bona!” – Los Angeles Times
Richard Bona is a Grammy-winning musician, one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and the way he connects with his audience has turned him into a staple name in world, jazz and Afropop music.
He is currently producing and recording for Latin and Brazilian artists in the realm of pop, Brazilian songbook, Flamenco and Caribbean music. 
Richard Bona has toured, composed, recorded, and created musical forms of art with the greatest: Herbie Hancock, Harry Belafonte, Steps Ahead, Quincy Jones, Chick Corea, Buena Vista Social Club, Cesária Évora, Sting, Mike Stern, Pat Metheny, Stevie Wonder, Bobby McFerrin, Chucho Valdés, George Benson, Oumou Sangaré and many more. Along the diverse notable collaborations Richard has also taught Jazz Improvisation at NYU and is constantly teaching and mentoring young talents throughout the world. He’s also a TED speaker and ambassador for various non-profit projects.
He is highly involved in developing better music business practices and ethics. His Signature Series collaboration with Italian-based MARKBASS has positioned him as one of the most creative and best-selling bass amp and bass guitar tailor-made manufacturers in the world.
Constantly touring around the world and exploring new musical directions, Richard continues to redefine his sound, while still performing live. He’s currently working on new Afrobeats, Afropop, Latin and Flamenco projects throughout Europe, the US and Latin America.
RECOGNITIONS:

Golden Melody Award for Best Instrumental Recording Album – Sedar (China – 2017)
The Bonafied album certified Gold (Poland – 2013)
The SACEM Jazz Grand Prize (Grand Prix Jazz SACEM) (2012)
Honoree of the Antonio Carlos Jobim Award, Montreal International Jazz Festival (2010)
Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary World Music Album – Tiki (2006)
Grammy nomination for Best Pop Instrumental Performance – As It Is (2002)
Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Jazz Album – Speaking Of Now (2002)

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Welcome to Winnipeg, the heart and soul of the prairies! Immerse yourself in a city that has a blend of rich history, thriving arts, and a bustling culinary scene. From festivals that celebrate diverse cultures to exploring the scenic beauty of parks and rivers, Winnipeg offers year-round excitement.

Bienvenue à Winnipeg, le cœur et l'âme des Prairies ! Plongez-vous dans une ville qui mêle une riche histoire, des arts florissants et une scène culinaire animée. Des festivals célébrant des cultures diverses à la découverte de la beauté pittoresque des parcs et des rivières, Winnipeg offre des divertissements tout au long de l'année.

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Jazz Winnipeg’s Centennial Series at the Fort Garry Hotel marks the passing of three major artist centennials. Join us as we celebrate 100 years of legendary Canadian jazz pianist Oscar Peterson with Will Bonness, “King of the Blues” B.B. King with Brent Parkin, and “The Velvet Fog,” crooner Mel Tormé with Zachary Rushing.
About Brent Parkin
Brent Parkin is a Winnipeg-based Canadian blues and guitar legend. Brent honours the blues with a mix of multiple styles, including Chicago, swing, country, and even some rock ‘n roll.
In the early ‘70s he co-founded several blues bands, including the popular band Houndog. In the last 5+ decades he has been part of backup bands for such legends as Bo Diddley, Gatemouth Brown, Otis Rush, Billy Boy Arnold, Johnnie Johnson, Jimmy T99 Nelson, and many more. As well, he has opened shows for such greats as James Cotton, Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, and John Prine, just to name a few.
A career highlight was sharing the tour bus and stage with B.B. King and his band as his opening act on a Western Canadian tour in 1983. Expect to be delighted with first hand accounts of the legendary man himself! 
About B.B. King
Riley King was born September 16, 1925, on a cotton plantation in northwest Mississippi between the towns of Indianola and Itta Bena, about 100 miles south of Memphis, in the Delta bottoms. His schooling was sporadic; like many other black country children of his area, he worked in the fields when he was needed. After the death of his mother when he was in the 10th grade, he quit school and worked as a farmhand on a nearby plantation.
King became interested in music at an early age. He sang in local churches when he was four, and his uncle taught him a few chords on the guitar as soon as he was old enough to hold the instrument. His aunt had an old Victrola, and he heard the 78 rpm recordings of Blind Lemon Jefferson, Lonnie Johnson, Peetie Wheatstraw, and Leadbelly on her machine, along with the recordings of his older cousin, Bukka White, the famous "bottle-neck" guitarist. The neck from a glass bottle was often cut or broken off to use on one's finger as a slide to bend and slur the notes on the guitar to create the harsh, sometimes haunting Mississippi Delta style of blues.
In the early 1940s, King honed his guitar skills and formed a gospel quartet, called the Elkhorn Singers, and performed at local churches. He served for about a year in the U.S. Army during World War II, and sang blues for the troops stationed at Camp Shelby, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and at Fort Benning, Georgia. After the war, he returned to Indianola and continued to do odd jobs, and occasionally sang gospel in church and on the streets. In 1945 and 1946, he sang with the St. John Gospel Singers in broadcasts on WJPM radio in Greenwood and WJPR radio in Greenville.
A year later, King hitchhiked to Memphis and stayed with Bukka White until he was able to support himself. After working amateur shows at the W. C. Handy and Palace Theaters, his first professional breaks came in radio, where he performed as the "Beale Street Blues Boy," later shortened to Blues Boy King, and finally B.B. King, under which name he gained his remarkable reputation.
King first recorded in 1949 for the Bullet label in Nashville, and a year later he signed with the Bihari Brothers' RPM label. In 1952, his cover of "Three O'Clock Blues," a song originally recorded by Lowell Fulson, topped the R&B charts for 15 weeks. This record was followed by several R&B hits in the 1950s, including "You Didn't Want Me/You Know I Love You" (1952), "Woke Up This Morning" (1953), "You Upset Me Baby" (1954), and "Sweet Little Angel" (1956). Between 1950 and 1961, King recorded more than 200 sides for RPM and Kent, many of which were on albums in the low-priced Crown catalogue.
King performed extensively on the Southern black club circuit, and also appeared at major venues like the Apollo Theater in New York City. In 1962, he signed with the ABC label, and five years later he launched the ABC Bluesway series with Blues Is King.
In 1969, his recording of "The Thrill Is Gone" was a crossover hit, appealing to both black and white audiences. "My audience had started mixing before that, " King said, "but that really pushed it over the top.... It was soon after that the Rolling Stones invited me to tour with them.... A lot of people heard me on that Rolling Stones tour that hadn't heard of me before."
Throughout his career, King has toured incessantly, often averaging more than 275 concerts a year. He was among the first American musicians to tour to the Soviet Union, and has traveled to Africa several times. Over the last two decades, King has been a profound influence on both rock and roll and rhythm and blues. Many imitate his economical phrasing, his precise slurred or bent notes, and his unique left-hand vibrato.
*from National Endowment for the Arts

Centennial Series: Brent Parkin Celebrates 100 Years of B.B. King

Jazz Winnipeg is thrilled to present this special collaboration between vocalist Jimmie Herrod and pianist George Colligan.

 
About Jimmie Herrod:
With “a voice like a beacon of hope” (Seattle Times), vocalist Jimmie Herrod brings singular power and expressivity to his globe-trotting career as a singer, songwriter, and entertainer on stage and screen.
Herrod first came to worldwide prominence as a finalist on the NBC nationally broadcast television show, “America’s Got Talent,” earning the rare “Golden Buzzer” recognition from actress Sofia Vargara. After his season, Jimmie starred in the Las Vegas show America’s Got Talent - Live at Luxor, and competed once more on America’s Got Talent: All-Stars.
Since late 2017 Herrod has toured with the band Pink Martini performing across the US, Canada, Mexico, South Korea, and Europe. Outside of performing arts centres and jazz clubs, Herrod is regularly featured with major orchestras across the US, and has shared the stage with artists such as Lalah Hathaway, Brian Blade, Vince Mendoza, Renee Fleming, and many more. 
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About George Colligan: 
“One of the best kept secrets in jazz….” - Chris Hoven, All About Jazz
George Colligan is widely regarded as one of the great jazz pianists of his generation, with an international reputation as a multi-instrumentalist (piano, drums, trumpet, organ, keyboards), composer, accompanist, teacher, bandleader, and blogger (jazztruth.blogspot.com). A winner of the 2015 DownBeat Critics Poll for keyboards, Colligan has a long-standing association with jazz legend Jack DeJohnette, including a recent U.S. tour with “An Evening with Jack DeJohnette and Savion Glover.” He has also led his own trio, featuring jazz luminaries Buster Williams and Lenny White, on tours across the U.S. and Canada.
As an in-demand accompanist, Colligan has appeared on over 130 albums, performing alongside jazz icons such as John Scofield, Cassandra Wilson, Don Byron, Ravi Coltrane, Chris Botti, and many others. As a bandleader, his prolific output includes 36 albums, with his most recent release, King’s Dream (PJCE Records, 2022), spotlighting collaborations with faculty and alumni from Portland State University (PSU).
Colligan, a former New York City resident for 15 years, now resides in Portland, Oregon, where he is a Full Professor at PSU. His academic and artistic contributions have been recognized with numerous honors, including two Region Arts and Culture Council grants, a South Arts Jazz Road grant, and a PSU Faculty Development grant. He has received the PSU College of the Arts Dean’s Council Award for Research, Scholarship, and Creativity (2020) and was named Researcher of the Year by the PSU College of the Arts in 2021.
Over the years, Colligan has performed, recorded, and toured with an extensive list of jazz greats, including Lonnie Plaxico, Gary Bartz, Benny Golson, Miguel Zenón, Tom Harrell, Steve Coleman, Eddie Henderson, Vanessa Rubin, Dave Weckl, Michael Brecker, Nicholas Payton, Sheila Jordan, the Mingus Big Band, Al Foster, Lee Konitz, and many others. His artistry continues to enrich the jazz world through both performance and education.
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