Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

Hope you had a chance to step out and enjoy the amazing weather we got yesterday. Things definitely got a little slushy out there, but it was still nice to get a small hint of spring weather.

Now that a new week is here, let’s get you caught up on everything that was announced and what’s happening around the city.

From concerts and plays to markets and plenty of local events, a lot is coming up over the next few days.

So grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s get you ready for the week ahead.

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

One of Winnipeg’s most loved summer traditions is officially on the calendar!

The Winnipeg Folk Festival has just announced the lineup for its 51st edition, returning to Birds Hill Park from July 9 to 12, 2026.

Every summer, thousands head out to the park for four days of music, workshops, and that laid-back Folk Fest atmosphere under the prairie sky.

This year’s lineup brings a mix of well-known international artists and performers making their first appearance at the festival.

From big evening headliners to daytime workshops under the trees, the festival is known for creating one of the most unique music experiences of the summer in Manitoba.

Tickets are already available, so if you love summer festivals and live music, click the link below to check the full lineup and grab your tickets!

Click here: To see the full lineup and get tickets for the 2026 Winnipeg Folk Festival!

P.S. Share this with friends or family who might want to plan a Folk Fest weekend this summer!

Every year there’s a moment when Winnipeg finally feels like summer again. For a lot of us, it’s the first night at The EX.

Early tickets are officially on sale, and this is the cheapest pricing will ever be. The EX is back June 12 to 21 at Exhibition Park.

Ten days. Bright lights. Loud rides. And that first bite of mini donuts, you swear you’ll share but never do.

But this year, there’s something brand new happening right on the midway.

On June 13, one Manitoba couple will say “I do” in the middle of The EX as part of Marriage on the Midway.

Applications close March 31, and the winning couple will be announced in early April.

If you’re already planning your summer nights, or know a couple who would love a midway wedding, click the link below to grab early tickets or apply for the giveaway!

If you have a sweet tooth in Winnipeg, chances are you’ve heard of Jenna Rae Cakes.

What started as a small bakery on Academy Road has grown into one of the city’s most recognizable dessert brands, known for colourful treats, creative flavours, and beautifully designed cakes.

If you’re looking for something fun to try this week, Jenna Rae Cakes will be hosting a Dessert Bagel Pop-Up with The Forge Bagel this Saturday, March 14 at their Academy location.

The pop-up will feature Forge’s warm bagels paired with Jenna Rae’s whipped dessert cream cheese dips, along with sweet treats and the first taste of their new JRC coffee.

From everyday desserts to celebration cakes, Jenna Rae Cakes has become a spot many Winnipeggers return to whenever they’re craving something sweet.

Click Here: To check their store locations and plan your next sweet treat!

And if the bagel pop-up caught your eye…

Click here: To learn more about the Dessert Bagel Pop-Up happening this Saturday.

As temperatures begin to change, Winnipeg emergency responders are reminding residents to stay away from rivers, retention ponds, and other frozen waterways.

While some areas may still look frozen, officials say all ice should now be considered dangerous. Warmer weather and moving water underneath the surface can weaken ice quickly, creating hidden risks that aren’t always visible.

Parents are encouraged to remind children to stay off the ice, and pet owners should keep animals leashed near frozen waterways.

And if you see someone on unsafe ice, call 911 and stay nearby to help responders locate them quickly.

Click here: To read more about what to watch for and how to stay safe around thinning ice.

The Manitoba government is reminding local businesses about a $10 million security rebate program designed to help cover the cost of repairs and safety upgrades.

The program supports businesses that have experienced property damage or want to improve security at their location.

Businesses with 75 or fewer employees per location may be eligible to receive up to $2,500 per location.

So far, more than 900 businesses across Manitoba have already applied, with the province paying out an average of over $100,000 per week in rebates.

The rebate helps offset costs for upgrades or repairs made on or after August 23, 2024, and applications are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For many small businesses, upgrades like these can make a real difference in helping protect their staff, customers, and storefronts.

So if you own a business or know someone who does, be sure to click the link below to learn how to apply!

Click here: To see eligibility details and apply for the Manitoba business security rebate.

Thousands of Manitobans are now benefiting from expanded women’s health programs across the province, including free birth control, menopause treatment, and improved access to screening and care.

Since the province lowered the age for breast cancer screening, more than 700 screening appointments have already been booked in the first two months.

At the same time, new programs are helping many women access treatments that were previously expensive or difficult to afford.

The province is also working to expand services further, including a new community-based menopause clinic currently in development.

As Women’s Month continues, the province says these programs are part of ongoing efforts to make it easier for women to access care and support throughout different stages of life.

Click here: To read more about Manitoba’s women’s health programs.

This section includes only the major events happening soon. For a complete list of all events, you'll have to wait for future editions!

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