Midweek check-in, Winnipeg 💙

The weather is getting a little nicer by the day, and you can start to feel the city waking up again. Warmer days usually mean one thing around here… summer plans are right around the corner.

And the announcements are already starting. More and more events are being revealed for the months ahead, including two concerts in today’s edition alone, so hopefully you’re getting ready and starting to plan because things are about to get busy.

As always, we’re here to help you stay on top of the biggest announcements happening around the city.

Let’s get into it.

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

Winnipeg’s summer events calendar is quickly filling up.

After the Winnipeg Folk Fest shared its lineup last week, another major summer concert has now announced its performers.

The Burt Block Party is returning to downtown Winnipeg on August 13 to 16, bringing four nights of outdoor concerts right outside the Burton Cummings Theatre.

The annual event transforms the street outside the theatre into a large open-air concert space, welcoming thousands of fans each night for live music against the Winnipeg skyline.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m., with single-night tickets, two-day passes, and full festival passes available.

With summer festivals and concerts starting to stack up across the city, it’s shaping up to be another busy season for live music in Winnipeg.

Click here: To check out the full Burt Block Party lineup and ticket details!

P.S. Share this with friends or family who might want to plan a concert night downtown this summer!

If your skin has been feeling a little dull lately, you’re not alone.

Dry winter air.
Sun damage from past summers.
Fine lines that seem to show up overnight.

Most people want to fix it…
But they don’t want aggressive treatments or long recovery times.

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The goal isn’t a dramatic overnight change.

It’s smoother texture, better hydration, and skin that simply looks healthier.

And right now they’re offering special intro pricing:

So if your skin could use a small refresh heading into spring, this is one of the easiest ways to start.

Click below to learn more about their new treatment and book while the intro pricing is still available.

Manitoba is introducing a new rule that will require employers to provide free menstrual products in workplaces, helping ensure workers have access to basic necessities while on the job.

When the rule takes effect, Manitoba will become the first province in Canada to require this.

Supporters say the move helps recognize menstrual products as essential necessities, while also improving workplace equity and reducing stigma around periods.

For many workers, access to these products at work can make a meaningful difference in comfort, dignity, and day-to-day well-being on the job.

Click here: To read more about Manitoba’s new workplace rule and how it will work.

Winnipeg Transit says a new pilot project aimed at reducing vandalism at bus shelters is already showing encouraging results.

In fall 2025, the city installed damage-resistant polycarbonate panels at 22 transit shelters, focusing on locations that previously experienced frequent vandalism.

So far, the stronger material appears to be working.

Unlike traditional safety glass, polycarbonate panels are flexible and highly impact-resistant. When hit, they can pop out of place instead of shattering, making them easier to reinstall and helping crews avoid costly replacements.

Because of the pilot’s success, Winnipeg Transit plans to install polycarbonate panels at more than 50 additional shelters by the end of 2026.

If the results continue, this could mean safer shelters for riders and lower repair costs across the city.

Click here: To learn more about the project, the new shelters, and their impact so far.

Construction has officially begun on a new kindergarten to Grade 8 school in the Meadowlands development in West St. Paul.

The new school will be designed for 675 students initially, with space to expand to up to 800 students in the future.

The more than 82,000-square-foot facility will serve families in the growing Meadowlands area and nearby communities.

The building will also feature a geothermal energy system, helping reduce long-term operating costs and improve energy efficiency.

This project is part of Manitoba’s broader plan to build 11 new schools across the province, supporting growing communities and expanding access to education and child care.

Click here: To learn more about the new K–8 school being built in West St. Paul.

Winnipeg has produced its fair share of incredible musicians, and The Bros. Landreth are one of the city’s biggest success stories.

The two-time Juno Award–winning band started right here in Winnipeg and has since built a loyal following across Canada and beyond with their soulful blend of roots rock, Americana, and guitar-driven sound.

Now, they’re bringing things back home.

The Bros. Landreth have announced the next leg of their Tumbling Wild Tour, which will wrap up with a hometown performance at the Burton Cummings Theatre on November 21.

The Canadian tour will travel across B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, with Winnipeg singer-songwriter Madeleine Roger joining as the opening act for all tour dates.

Tickets go on sale today, March 11 at 10 a.m.

So if you or someone you know loves live music, click the link below to check out the ticket details and share this with them!

Click here: To grab your tickets while they last!

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

Events marked with (Tickets / $) require advance purchase. Double-check dates before heading out!

Thanks for reading The Winnipeg Digest! Let’s chat again on Friday!

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