News ReleaseGovernment of ManitobaOctober 13, 2026
Manitoba sets aside festival funding for 2026–27
More than $1.2 million will support three major cultural festivals, 44 community events and additional rural and northern winter festivals.
Summary
Manitoba is directing more than $1.2 million to festivals across the province in 2026–27, supporting cultural events, community celebrations and local economies.
- More than $985,000 will go to Manito Ahbee Festival, Festival du Voyageur and Folklorama.
- $221,800 will support 44 festivals from April to December, including events in Gimli, Morden and Selkirk.
- $35,000 will be available through upcoming funding intakes for rural and northern winter festivals.
Source: Government of Manitoba