Sept/Oct/Nov in Winnipeg

So with summer starting to fade behind us, whats happening in terms of festivals/activities in Winnipeg during the fall?

One thing i know i want to do, dorky as it is, is a corn maze, can anyone recommend a great one?

What festivals does the fall bring??

cc

With fall coming in a few months, some of the most entertaining things are simple. Fort Whyte Centre hosts evening "Goose Flights", which is absolutely amazing to see and hear as geese return to the lakes in the evening. Likewise, an early morning (very early) trip to Oak Hammock to catch the geese heading out at sunrise. At times, the horizon turns black as geese take off.

Freeman wrote:With fall coming in a few months, some of the most entertaining things are simple. Fort Whyte Centre hosts evening "Goose Flights", which is absolutely amazing to see and hear as geese return to the lakes in the evening. Likewise, an early morning (very early) trip to Oak Hammock to catch the geese heading out at sunrise. At times, the horizon turns black as geese take off.

Great suggestion, i'd love to go for sunset at fort whyte!!!

Cyclovia is hitting Broadway on Sunday, September 13th!

http://www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com/home/events/ciclovia/

Fort Whyte has a dinner & a show at the Buffalo Stone Cafe Wednesday - Sunday only, Sept 23-Oct 25 for the fall flight season where you can reserve a table at the restaurant for dinner on the patio which is adjacent to the landing pond. It is also a good opportunity to try bison if you have never tried it before. Well worth the evening date with a friend.

I'm sure there's much more out there, like the Halloween Howl, for example, but these are the ones that caught my eye.

September 11-13, 2009
Manitoba Dragon Boat Festival
Forks National Historic Site, Red River
Over 150 dragon boat teams will Race the Red in support of Canadian Cancer Society. To register a team call 982-1830.

September 12-13, 2009
Railway Days 2009
Where: Tracks 1 and 2 Via Rail Union Station 123 Main St. Winnipeg MB R3C1A3
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM cst
The Winnipeg Railway Museum will be hosting Railway Days 2009, their annual Open House on the September 12th and 13th weekend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The event will feature industry, travel, hobby and rail heritage displays and will be located on tracks 1 & 2 of Winnipeg's historic Union Station. Admission by donation. For further information contact Doug Bell (204) 261-5581 or visit their website: WWW.wpgrailwaymuseum.com or
email: wprgrail @mts.net.

September 20-27, 2009
Winnipeg International Writers Festival - THIN AIR
Each year, the Winnipeg International Writers Festival welcomes writers from Canada and around the world for a week of readings, lectures, interviews, conversations, book launches, and other events. That week of literary feasting—which reaches out into the rural areas of the province as well—is THIN AIR. With programming for adults and children, in English and French, THIN AIR 2009 will be another lively contribution to Winnipeg’s thriving literary culture. Curious? Visit us at www.thinairwinnipeg.ca.

September 23, 2009
($35) St. Nobert's Farmer's Market is hosting its first annual Farmers Feast. http://www.farmersfeastmanitoba.110mb.com/

Until September (depending on river conditions)
($9-10) Splash Dash Water Tour
See Winnipeg from a whole new view while enjoying the weather. Docks on Red and Assiniboine rivers. 783-6633. http://www.splashdash.ca/Tours.htm

Until September
($4-10) Muddy Water Tours
Discover the intriguing history of Downtown Winnipeg on these walking tours. The Boom & Bust of
Winnipeg: the rise and fall of the “Chicago of the North” from 1874-1915. Wed-Fri. Murder, Mystery & Mayhem: tales of murders, ghosts and executions. Wed & Fri. Pestilence, Shamans and Doctors: sacred medicines of First Nations people, the legacy of the Grey Nuns and diseases that plagued early Manitobans. Friday. Call to book: 997-TOUR (8687).

September 26-October 4, 2009
FEMFEST 2009: Herstory
Where: Canwest Centre for Theatre and Film (at the University of Winnipeg)
FemFest 2009 runs at the Canwest Centre for Theatre and Film (at the University of Winnipeg) from September 25 to October 4, 2009 and will feature three touring shows, local productions, new works in development, two multi-disciplinary cabarets and skill development workshops.
More info: email marketing@sarasvati.ca

September 26-27, 2009
Winnipeg Give-Away-Weekend
Where: City Wide thoughout Winnipeg
Winnipeg will hold its first "giveaway weekend" on Sept. 26 and 27, when residents will be encouraged to place unwanted goods on their curbs to allow other people to scoop them up. Mayor Sam Katz's cabinet has approved a pilot project for a giveaway weekend at the behest of the Canadian
Taxpayers Federation. The idea is to divert reusable goods from landfills. Late September was chosen for the pilot because it's at the end of the garage-sale season.

October 2-4, 2009
The Forks Market Anniversary Weekend
From colourful balloons and tasty cupcakes, to sizzling fireworks, lively musicians and thrilling magicians – there will be 20th birthday treats for the whole family ALL weekend long!
Official Birthday Celebration
Saturday, October 3rd beginning at 2:00PM (with MC Ace Burpee)
• Draw for the Forks Market Family grand prize winner
• Prize-filled cupcakes served at 2:30 pm (each with a hidden value of $5 to $200)
• Entertainment for the kids, live entertainment, and spectacular fireworks
• Farmers Market and Early Bird Specials

Sundays until October 4, 2009
Meet the Producers Farmer's Market
11am – 3pm | The Forks Market Plaza (weather permitting)
Featuring locally grown produce, meats, crafts, delicious home baking, preserves, uniquely designed
jewellery, honey, flowers and much more. Interested in becoming a vendor? Contact Andrea Clow at 987-4352.

Until October 15, 2009
($8.75-$18.75) Paddlewheel Riverboats Tours
Enjoy Winnipeg’s scenic rivers. Alexander Dock. 944-8000 or 942-4500, www.paddlewheelcruises.com

October 16-18, 2009
18th Annual Manitoba International Wine Festival
Friday: 4:30pm to 9pm, Saturday & Sunday 12pm to 6:30pm, Centre Court, The Forks Market
An amazing selection of fine wine from over 250 wineries around the world accompanied by exquisite cheese and pâtés, soothing music, and great company.

Family Sundays at the WAG starting October 25, 2009
Looking for a way to spend quality time with your children or grandchildren? Join us on Family Sunday for an afternoon of music, story-telling, and art making—in both official languages. Family Sunday programs make exhibitions come to life for viewers of all ages. Discover your own way to connect with art.
http://wag.ca/learn/programs/list/category/familysundays

Until October 31, 2009
At Le Marché St. Norbert Farmers’ Market, everything you see is made right here in Manitoba – you can talk to the person who grew your dinner, meet the baker and the soap maker. Sample cookies, honey and cantaloupe while enjoying music from entertainers and buskers. Browse craft stalls that carry everything from wooden toys and leather purses to outdoor furniture, creative metal works and fine jewellery.
http://www.stnorbertfarmersmarket.ca/

November 6-7, 2009
Global Justice Film Festival
Where: University of Winnipeg
The Winnipeg Global Justice Film Festival is a coalition of organizations and individuals who support
a better vision for our world. Films that have been featured at the Travelling World Community Film Festival will shown here in Winnipeg on Nov 6 & 7! To register or view program please visit www.globaljusticefilmfestival.ca or phone 204-987-6420.

Thursday nights at the WAG until November
Thursday Nights - Art. Community. Conversation.
This fall the WAG is launching Thursday Nights, a series of programs focused on three interlocking themes: art, community, and conversation. Our line-up will include the WAG’s two newest
ventures, Video Pool at the WAG and 15 Minutes, as well as a diverse array of exhibition specific talks, panel discussions, and tours featuring local and visiting artists, curators, and thinkers from a
variety of backgrounds. http://wag.ca/learn/programs/list/category/thursdaynightsartcommunityconversation

Last weekend of Sept/Oct/Nov
Young Weekends at the WAG
The last week-end of every month is full of activities for children!
http://wag.ca/learn/programs/list/category/youngweekendsatthewag

Wednesdays at the WAG into the new year
Art For Lunch
Cure cubicle boredom and join us for a little culture on your lunch hour. Exhibition tours. Artist and curator talks. Videos about art. Join us on Wednesdays at 12:10pm—we’ll finish up by 1:00pm.

• Coffee and tea provided.
  
• Talks and tours included with Gallery admission.
  
• Video programs free.
  

http://wag.ca/learn/programs/list/category/artforlunch

Year-Long Events

(free!) Community drop-in art programming
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-9 @ the
Red Road Lodge on Main Street and Logan Avenue - hosted by resident artist Annie

(free!) Drop-in studio, pottery, photography, and digital art
Mon-Sat @ Art City - Phone for more details (204) 775–9856
Art City is a non-profit community art centre located in Winnipeg’s West Broadway neighbourhood. Art City is dedicated to providing high-quality, free-of-charge art programming to participants of all ages. http://www.artcityinc.com/

(free!) Bike workspace
Mon-Thu @ the Bike Dump 631 Main Street (at the back)
Tue/Thu/Sat @ the Orioles Bike Cage 444 Burnell Street
http://www.bikecage.ca/

Hey! Now wait just one minute. Those are NOT unique to Winnipeg so they are inconsequential. /sarcasm

Heh heh...

Thanks anny!

There's also the Flatlanders' Beer Festival, numerous concerts at our great pubs and venues, like The King's Head, the Lo Pub, and the Albert, various corn mazes, and tons more. Just get out there!