SAINT-BONIFACE CÉLÈBRE - 19 JUNE

Come and celebrate joy, culture and sharing.

THURSDAY 19 JUNE

Concert | 7.30 PM

Local indie rock band mountain.seed, handmade and gluten-free, with touches of frothy folk, hints of earthy pop and a hint of prog, mountain.seed is cooking up an excellent musical cocktail. An original sound experience, to be savoured without moderation at Le Patio 340!

THURSDAY JUNE 19

La Maison Gabrielle-Roy | 10 AM

A strolling theatrical tour

From 10 AM to 5 PM, take time to discover the Maison Gabrielle-Roy through a dramatised walking tour. Accompanied by a guide, you can learn more about the life and work of the famous Franco-Manitoban author.

On the first floor, you’ll be able to admire the new multilingual exhibition ‘Entre ciel et mots’ (Between Sky and Words), a tribute to local literature.

Admission:

Guided tours: $10 adults / free for children under 12.
Self-guided tours: $8 adults / free for children under 12.

Online ticketing (To purchase tickets in person, please go to the Maison Gabrielle-Roy during opening hours (10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday). For more information: (204) 231-3853) info@maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca

THURSDAY JUNE 19

Tourisme Riel | 11am

Guided walking tours of Old Saint-Boniface

Take advantage of ‘La P’tite visite’ to immerse yourself in the heart of Saint-Boniface thanks to a sensory and interactive guided walking tour. Discover the unique architecture, atmosphere and charm of a dynamic community that reflects the determination and joie de vivre of Franco-Manitobans.

The tour will take place during Saint-Boniface Célèbre on Thursday, June 19 at 11 AM from Tourisme Riel (219, boulevard Provencher).

For more information, please call (204) 233-8343 or email info@tourismeriel.com.

THURSDAY JUNE 19

La Maison des artistes visuels francophones | 12 noon

Picnic in the Sculpture Garden

Join us on Thursday 19 June at noon for a picnic in the Sculpture Garden! We’ll provide the blankets, so all you have to do is bring your own lunch.

THURSDAY JUNE 19

Winnipeg Waterways | 4:30 PM + 5:10 PM

Board our boats from The Forks and let the swell of the Red River rock you while you enjoy the beautiful summer sunshine. Thanks to our bilingual guides, immerse yourself in the history of the city and of Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg’s French quarter.

The two French-language boat tours, lasting around forty minutes, will take you across the river to the Taché wharf in Saint-Boniface. You can continue your adventure by discovering the many activities in the area.

Enjoy this maritime and historical experience on Thursday 19 June at 4:30 PM or 5:10 PM, departing from the Quai de la Fourche.

Please register to reserve (People without reservations are also accepted (depending on the number of places available). For more information, please visit the website, Facebook page or Instagram.

THURSDAY JUNE 19

St-Boniface Summer Market | 5:30 PM

Announced as Winnipeg’s ‘cutest’ summer market, known for its comforting atmosphere and stunning views of the Red River, the St. Boniface Summer Market showcases some of Manitoba’s best emerging and experienced vendors who make, prepare and grow their own products. Come visit us at Parc Joseph Royal (northwest corner of Provencher at Taché) when St. Boniface celebrates on Thursday, June 19 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Admission is free and open to all ages!

THURSDAY JUNE 19

The Saint-Boniface Museum | 5:30 PM

(Fun interactive activity – to be announced)

Schedule of activities: St. Boniface Summer Market – Parc Joseph Royal, 5:30 to 8:30 PM

THURSDAY JUNE 19

Union Nationale Française | 6 PM

Pétanque game

Come and try your hand at pétanque! A form of boules that originated in France, join beginner and enthusiast pétanque players from Manitoba at the Saint-Boniface celebration on Thursday 19 June from 6pm to 8pm in Parc Provencher.

No reservation is necessary, participation is free and open to all ages and levels!

For more information: unfwinnipeg@gmail.com

The UNF will provide the equipment, but you can bring your own too.

THURSDAY JUNE 19

Café Conversation | 7 PM

Come and practise your French and have fun from 7 PM to 9 PM at Kilter Brewing Co. – for all levels!

THURSDAY JUNE 19

St-Boniface Cathedral | 9:30 PM

Movies Under the Stars – presented by Alliance Française (in French with English subtitles)

Prepare your hearts for a poignant evening of cinema! Follow Sandra’s heartbreaking destiny in the French film L’attachement, a story of mutual aid, solidarity and unexpected bonds on Thursday 19 June at 9:30 PM at the Cathédrale de Saint-Boniface.

Admission is free – don’t forget to bring your chair!

Reservations recommended at 233-ALLÔ (204) 233-2556 – more info

THURSDAY JUNE 19

LaVérendrye bowling Alley

An evening with a musical theme: On Thursday 19 June, turn up the music and go bowling! Put on your bowling shoes and come and swing your pins to the rhythm of popular music. Our Thursday evenings with musical themes are the perfect recipe for memorable strikes in a supercharged atmosphere!