FESTIVE SEASON CELEBRATIONS
There’s nothing like being downtown for the holidays.
Discover the magic of the holidays this December…downtown! Come downtown to gaze at the bright lights and create new traditions with your family in the heart of our city. Park indoors and shop in comfort. Or check out the many holiday events happening downtown. This holiday season, rediscover the heart of our city. Come downtown to create new traditions with your family.
Find the Perfect Gift
Downtown Winnipeg is the place to be for unique shopping and dining, accentuated by lively arts and entertainment. Did you know you can leave your car and coat in a heated parkade and use the indoor walkway system to get from the Bay to Portage & Main without stepping outside? The Downtown BIZ invites you to come find the perfect gift and start new traditions in the heart of our city.
Bring the entire family for a magical experience in the heart of our city.
Events for the Holidays 2010
Nov 22-Dec 18 White Christmas
A merry way to celebrate the season, this unforgettable and entertaining musical features the dazzling songs ‘Happy Holidays,’ ‘Blue Skies’ and ‘White Christmas.’ Manitoba Theatre Centre, 174 Market Avenue, 942-6537
Nov 26-Dec 12 Festival of Trees and Lights
The ever-popular festival is relocating from its 30-year home in Assiniboine Park Conservatory to downtown’s Manitoba Hydro Atrium. The 30-tree display includes Diva Night, wreath decorating, and comedy night, along with music and fun for little ones. 360 Portage Avenue, 895-4560
Nov 29 Moscow Ballet: Swan Lake
The world-renowned ballet company performs the loved classic, 7:30 pm, Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street,
780-3333
Dec 2-18 The Seafarer
A peaceful holiday isn’t in the cards for James “Sharky” Harkin whose brother’s drinking buddies pour into the house looking for a poker game. When a mysterious stranger sits down at the table, the stakes are raised damningly high and Sharky may be playing for his soul. MTC Warehouse, 140 Rupert Avenue, 943-4849
Dec 5 Sundays with the Family: Festive Frivolity
Al Simmons – iconic Manitoba children’s entertainer – presents an all-new show with a special Holiday theme. Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Centennial Concert Hall, 2pm, 555 Main Street, 949-3999
Dec 6 Rita MacNeil
Canadian songbird. Centennial Concert Hall, 7pm, 555 Main Street, 780-3333
Dec 7-26 If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Based on the children’s book by Laura Numeroff. A celebration of friendship, storytelling, imagination, and physical comedy. Manitoba Theatre for Young People, 2 Forks Market Road, 942-8898
Dec 10-12 Canadian Tenors Christmas Show
With the launch of their Christmas album this fall, the Canadian Tenors holiday themed show will be a crowd pleaser! Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Centennial Concert Hall, 8pm, 2pm matinee, 555 Main Street, 949-3999
Dec 18 Handel’s Messiah
Among the greatest works in the history of music, Handel’s Messiah has become a popular staple in holiday celebrations. Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Centennial Concert Hall, 8pm, 555 Main Street, 949-3999
Dec 22-29 The Nutcracker
This Tchaikovsky classic is set in a stately home on Winnipeg’s Wellington Crescent and features uniquely Canadian scenes, like a snowy pond hockey game and a battle on Parliament Hill. Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street, 780-3333
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