Fun for All Seasons

Annual Events

From rodeos and festivals, to music and motocross, our region plays host to fun, family-oriented events that attract visitors from far and wide. Browse our annual events below, and be sure to visit our Events Calendar for the most up-to-date event listings.

Canada Day

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Virden

July 1, 2026 - Celebrated in Virden, Elkhorn and Kenton annually, the Canada Celebrations are unique to each community. Barbeques, parades,...

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Downtown Daze

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Virden

August 13, 2026 - The Virden Community Chamber of Commerce organizes and facilitates Downtown Daze. This annual event takes over the town's business...

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Elkhorn Elks Western Weekend

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Elkhorn

August 1-3, 2025 - The second major summer event in Elkhorn is the highly anticipated Elks Western Weekend. This two-day event features chariot...

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Elkhorn Town Light Up

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Elkhorn

Elkhorn's Annual Light Up Night is being held on December 5th! A day full of Christmas activities for the kids like skating with Santa, bingo at...

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Harding Fair

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Lenore

July 18, 2025 - The first Harding Fair was held in 1904 and with its great history has continued relatively unchanged to this day. It is an exquisite...

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Madesa MX Motocross

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Virden

June 14 & 15, 2025 - Manitoba Provincial Championship race (Round 4) June 21 & 22, 2025 - Manitoba Provincial Championship (Round...

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Virden Demolition Derby

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Virden

August 17, 2025 - The Virden Demolition Derby, features a variety of car and truck heats, door prizes and a 50/50 draw. This well-loved event is held...

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