FRIDAY, JUNE 19 • DAY 8
Event Hours: 12:00pm – 12:00am
The Free Family Fun Zone is open until 9:00pm.
Fireworks: 10:45pm

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Music Stages

Central Park Tent Stage: Rock, Soul & Celtic
Red Barn Tent Stage: Rock & Hockey Music

Mach 10 is a popular Winnipeg-based cover band, known as the “Official House Band of the Winnipeg Jets” often performing high-energy rock, country, pop and party hits. The band features local top name performers like Lisa Windsor, Derrick Gottfried, Stephen Broadhust, Karl Kohut, Zack Antel along with frequent special guests.
Mach 10 often plays events at Canada Life Centre for the Winnipeg Jets usually at home games. They can also be seen performing special events outside the arena.

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Location: Red Barn Tent Stage
Friday, June 19: 9:00pm – 9:45pm, 10:30pm – 11:30pm

Rock & Pop Cover Band

Location: Red Barn Tent Stage
Friday, June 19: 5:15pm – 6:00pm, 6:30pm – 7:15pm, 7:45pm – 8:30pm

East Coast & Celtic Rock
Since 1999, this Winnipeg-based band is known for their compelling fusion of traditional Celtic and French music with rock influences, and has been fusing the traditional sounds of the fiddle and the highland bagpipes with the electric guitar, bass, and drums to create a sound that is uniquely their own. Their music streams on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
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Location: Central Park Tent Stage
Friday, June 19: 10:00pm – 11:00pm

Rockin’ Country Blues & Old School Soul with a little bit of gospel
At just 22 years of age, Irvin Miller is quickly gaining recognition as one of Manitoba’s most exciting young performers. Elevating the room with his blend of traditional sounds like rhythm & blues, old-school country, soul, and gospel, he conjures a songwriting ability seldom found in artists of his age group. Pairing that with his soulful voice and relaxed charisma, Irvin Miller is cementing himself as one of the finest rising stars that Western Canada has to offer.
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Location: Central Park Tent Stage
Friday, June 19: 7:00pm – 8:00pm, 8:15pm – 9:15pm

Classic Rock & Country Rock Party Band
Coz 4 Alarm is a Winnipeg band known for their high‑energy shows, killer musicianship, and a setlist that keeps the dance floor moving all night long. With a mix of rock, pop, and crowd‑pleasing classics, these guys bring a fun, electric vibe every time they step on stage.

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Location: Central Park Tent Stage
Friday, June 19: 4:45pm – 8:00pm, 5:15pm – 6:15pm

Things to See and Do

Location: Kiddie-land, near the Boat House
Friday, June 19:
Frozen Live: 3:15pm-3:45pm
Spidey Live: 4:00pm-4:30pm
Frozen Live: 7:45pm-8:15pm
Spidey Live: 8:30pm-9:00pm
*Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Step up and take a ride on the mechanical bull -where balance, grit, and a little bravery go a long way. Grab your friends, cheer each other on, and see who can last the longest!
Location: Central Park
Price: FREE!
Fri., June 19: 1pm-11pm

Location: The Plaza at the Main Entrance
Watch their speed carving demonstrations every day from 8pm-9pm.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THEIR PAGE!

Location: Central Park
Price: FREE!
Fri, June 19: 3:15pm, 6:15pm & 9:15pm

Celebrate The EX’s 75th anniversary by taking in all four nights of fireworks: June 12, 13, 18, 19!
Location: TBA
Time: 10:45 pm each show
Dates:
-Friday, June 12
-Saturday, June 13
-Friday, June 19
-Saturday, June 20

This Bingo game trailer will be your go-to spot for big fun and rewards for a small price. Selling for just $3 a game or 4 games for $10, Bingo is one of our most affordable Midway games!
Location: Major-land midway.
Price: $3 for 1 game or $10 for 4 games

Make your selfies stand out and get yourself a creative creation by Face & Body FX!
Price: Individual prices are listed by the vendor.

How’s this for a unique adventure??? Take a ride around the fairgrounds or even farther around the city with Prairie Helicopters! Limited spots available, so be sure to sign up as soon as you get to The EX!

Location: West Berm, beside the Swing Tower near Expressway Junction

Guests must be present to book and pay for the rides. Reservations cannot be made over the phone.

Price: Click here to view the price list.

Always a favourite! Kids can test their balance as they try to navigate the pool in these giant plastic balls!
Location: Kiddie-land

Price: TBA

Free Family Fun Zone

The Free Family Fun Zone at The LOOP is open each day until 9:00pm.

Stop here to have a baaaa-rilliant time! Come hang out with our fluffy and feathered friends and learn about what they eat, how they play, pet them on the head, and catch an adorable pic!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Make your way through our inflatable corn maze! This larger-than-life adventure is packed with fun pathways, turns and plenty of laughs along the way. Perfect for kids and families, it’s a playful spin on a classic fall favourite!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Let’s get pre-historic! Travel back in time to the late Cretaceous Period and use the digging tools to hunt for historic fossils.  

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Step into Extinction Park, where life-sized dinosaurs bring the prehistoric world to life. Wander among the towering giants and experience the world of a time long before humans. It’s an up-close adventure for explorers of all ages.

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Extreme Dogs tours the nation promoting animal rescue and pet adoption. Packed with jaw-dropping tricks, high-flying aerial stunts, and plenty of unpredictable antics, EXtreme Dogs delivers a tail-wagging good time for fans of all ages!

Location: The LOOP
Price: FREE!
Fri., June 19: 2pm, 5pm, 8pm

Welcome to The Great Big Sandbox—where little builders can dig, create, and let their imaginations run wild! This hands-on play zone is perfect for kids to explore, scoop, and shape all day long. It’s simple, classic fun that never gets old!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Halloween-lovers rejoice! Delivering a different kind of fright than the thrilling fair rides, visit the Haunted Carn-evil haunted house display at the Free Family Fun Zone at The LOOP! This spooky attraction is fit for all ages, but we all may hear a scream or two!  

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Hoop – There it is! Pop in here for a whirlwind of movement, music, and magic! Spin, dance and laugh it up!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Everyone is invited to explore a space rich with history, tradition, and culture. Discover the significance of tipis and learn through informative displays that share stories and knowledge from Indigenous communities. This meaningful experience invites guests of all ages to reflect, learn, and connect.

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Don’t miss this firefighter obstacle course built just for kids. Creating memories and inspiring the next generation of firefighters!  

Kids can sign up for obstacle run times!
Location: The LOOP
Price: FREE!
Dates & Times:
Fri., June 12: 5:30pm, 6:45pm & 8pm
Sat., June 13: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
Sun., June 14: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
Mon., June 15: 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tues., June 16: 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Wed., June 17: 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Thurs., June 18: 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Fri., June 19: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
Sat., June 20: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
Sun., June 21: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm

Stop by and visit with responsible purebred dog breeders at Meet the Dog Breeds in Exhibition Place! There will be purebred dogs on hand showing off their smarts and meeting guests. Chat with the knowledgeable breeders to receive information about the dogs they know and love.

Location: In the Viewing Shed next to Extreme Dogs.

Show schedule TBA! Check back here for timing details.

Step back in time and explore our antique tractor display, where history meets horsepower. Get an up-close look at beautiful, classic machines that helped shape our agricultural roots. It’s a must-see for all ages—perfect for learning, reminiscing, and snapping a photo or two!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Get up close to meet and gently pet this gentle team of enormous horses. They are absolutely as sweet as they are huge!

Open daily until 9:00 pm

Little cowboys and cowgirls, it’s your turn to ride! Hop on our kid-friendly mechanical bull for a fun, safe challenge full of giggles and excitement. Hold on tight and see how long you can stay in the saddle!
Location: The LOOP
Price: FREE!
Sat., June 13: 1pm – 8pm

Exhibition Place & Expressway Alley

Pop by this booth and make your creativity a reality! Smiling faces and busy hands build creative ideas with loads of colorful creative-play LEGO® Bricks!

Location: Exhibition Place
Schedule:
Fri., June 12: 5pm-9pm
Sat., June 13: 12pm-8pm
Sun., June 14: 12pm-8pm
Mon., June 15: 4pm-8pm
Tues., June 16: 4pm-8pm 
Wed., June 17: 4pm-8pm
Thurs., June 18: 4pm-8pm
Fri., June 19: 1pm-8pm
Sat., June 20: 12pm-8pm 
Sun., June 21: 12pm-8pm

Browse through the display of talent by local artists in various categories of art.

Location: Exhibition Place
Entry period is from March until early June. Check out the “Creative Competitions” page for entry details.
This area closes nightly at 9pm.

Wander through this display of creativity and see the world from the view of talented local photographers.

Location: Exhibition Place
Entry period is from March until mid-May annually. Check out the “Creative Competitions” page for entry details.
This area closes nightly at 9pm.

Take a highly recommended stop to admire the entries in the annual quilting competition. From intricate stitching to stunning patterns and detail, our quilt competition entries are a true showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication. Each piece represents countless hours of passion and talent, turning fabric into works of art.

Entry period is from March until early June annually. Check out the “Creative Competitions” page for entry details.

Find treasures of all kinds at the indoor shoppers market and enjoy the air conditioning while you browse.

While exploring the midway and other areas, stop by the outdoor market booths for that special something.

Are you ready for a new tattoo? Here’s your opportunity! The talented tattoo artists of Odin’s Eye are ready to create a masterpiece for you!

Price: Tattoo prices are listed by this vendor.

Embrace the nostalgia of the history of Conklin Shows; The largest traveling amusement corporation in North America. In this fascinating display, learn how Conklin provided entertainment for generations of children and adults, and shaped and influenced amusement midways and exhibitions for decades.

TBA

Eats & Refreshments

From indulgent fair favourites to unique, one-of-a-kind creations, there’s something to satisfy every craving.

Not just your regular non-alcoholic beverage choices – We’ve partnered with Sobr Market to offer guests an incredibly tasty selection of non-alcoholic beverages!
Website: thesobrmarket.com
FB: thesobrmarket
IG: thesobrmarket

Available at the Red Barn Saloon.

Take a break with a cold one as you relax and take in the sounds and entertainment on the Central Park Stage and the Red Bard Tent Stage.

The bar opens when the event opens each day, and closes one hour before the event closes each night. Government issued photo ID is required.