Celebrate Summer 2025

Members from the Neepawa, Erickson, and Rapid City 4-H Beef Clubs came together for a full day of competition, teamwork, and celebration at the annual Neepawa 4-H Fat Stock Inter Club Show and Sale on July 2nd at Stride Exhibition Grounds. 

Shelley Bjarnarson, head leader of the Neepawa 4-H Beef Club and chairperson of the Inter-Club Committee, walked through the day’s schedule while the action was getting ready to happen behind her. 

Portage la Prairie was bursting with community spirit on Tuesday as people all in and around town gathered at Stride Place to celebrate Canada Day with a full day of events, music, and family fun.

Despite a few clouds early in the day, the weather held out long enough for families to enjoy the outdoor festivities until a late-day storm brought a twist to the celebration.

The MacGregor Fair made a big return this past weekend, delivering a full three days of festivities that brought together families, horse lovers and music fans for one unforgettable celebration.

Hosted by the MacGregor Agricultural Society, this year’s event marked 140 years of tradition in the heart of the small prairie town, and the community came out in full force to celebrate.
 

The Soccer Park in Steinbach hosted Canada Day celebrations starting at 5 pm. Fireworks were originally scheduled for 10:45 pm.  

Families enjoyed cupcakes, music, and games in the park, but smooth plans were interrupted by lightning and clouds covering the sky.  

Bouncy castles were taken down at 9 pm, when the first signs of lightning began.

Canada Day celebrations began in Steinbach at the Mennonite Heritage Village from 9 am – 5 pm and continue tonight at the Soccer Park with fireworks at 10:45 pm.   

The Mennonite Heritage Village started the day at 9 am with waffles and white sauce. The day continued with activities and demonstrations.   

Folks from all over the southeast gather at Vita Canada Day for the biggest Canada Day celebration in the southeast.   

The event is going all weekend and includes activities such as Manitoba Mounted Shooting, Strong Man competitions, Manitoba Mud Runs, petting zoos, bouncy castles, and so much more.   

Board treasurer, Angela Boychuck says that an event like this is planned all year long.   

The summer sun is here, and so is a full lineup of local events to keep the days bright and busy. From vintage cars to muddy trails, and from fireworks to food trucks, there’s something for everyone happening this weekend and well into next week. 

The annual COPP-RCMP Charity Golf Tournament teed off Thursday in Portage la Prairie, continuing a long-running tradition that raises funds for local youth while showcasing strong community support for the Citizens on Patrol Program. 

Held under sunny skies, this year's event welcomed dozens of golfers, local sponsors, and volunteers. Everyone is working together to support a cause that benefits both safety and youth development in the region. 

With Canada Day on a Tuesday this year, many folks in the southeast are taking days off on Monday, making for a four-day long weekend. Canada Day promises to be a busy holiday. Check out our list of weekend events below.    

Here’s where we'll be:  

Vita Canada Day - Saturday, June 28th – Sunday, June 29th