Portage la Prairie has something for
everyone. Experience the spirit of adventure or the serenity of nature.
We invite you to explore the many reasons to choose Portage la Prairie and area
for your holiday, conference or event site. Portage la Prairie is
second-to-none in hospitality! Our vibrant city boasts a wide array of
accommodations, conference and convention facilities as well as several
recreational amenities and attractions.
To see our beautiful city, please
scroll down to the bottom of the page and watch the film called "My Place to
Be...Portage la Prairie".
Featured Events!
fort la reine Museum opens May 6th!
Opening
May 6th! Visit
www.fortlareinemuseum.ca
or call (204) 857-3259 for tours, family events and other
programming supporting these exhibitions!
May 6-June 30
- Stampworks - on exhibition from the Manitoba Arts
Network.. a unique interpretation of Postage Stamps through
mixed media. June 3- July 13 - Harry Potter's
World, Renaissance Science, Magic & Medicine - Explore Harry
Potter's world - An exhibition, from the National Library of
Medicine. May 6-June 28 -School Programs - School
programs available on Prairie Pioneer Life, Early Machines,
The Fur Trade - Reserve your tour today July 20
Heritage Day-(rain date July 21), featuring the Antique
Motorcycle Club of Manitoba's "Fort la Reine Ride" & Show n
Shine, Heritage demonstrations, Museum Tours, and
entertainment. August 24 (rain date August 25)
Wonder in Allisland, Experience the wrolds largest inddor
collection of AC agricultural equipment with collectors,
fans, and hands on live field demonstrations of our Allis
Chalmers Collection. Get your AC Swag bag at the gate! August 1-31. 2013 Prairie & Beyond II - An exhibition
of the photography of Mike Grandmaison, depicting the beauty
of the Canadian Prairie landscape from the Manitoba Arts
Network. September 21-22, 2013 Mystery at the
Museum - "Sold out in 2012" - Guided candlelit tours of the
Museum grounds provide the setting for a historical play
that will leave you spellbound! *Ticket event
September 27-29 - The Manitoba Archaeological Society
2013 Conference
portage la prairie farmers market
The
Portage la Prairie Farmers market has seasonal
veggies, fruits, preserves, baking, handcrafted jewelry,
sewn items, hand thrown pottery, knitting, crochet, home
based businesses including Avon, Epicure, Holy Clothing,
Mary Kay, Scentsy plus much more. New vendors are
always welcome.
PCU Centre (245
Royal Road S)
June 16, 2013to Oct 12,
2013- Wednesdays 3:30
- 6:00 pm & Saturdays 10:00 am
- 2:00 pm
Oct 19, 2013 to
June 2014 - Saturdays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
May 25 - A dedication
of Snoopy and Friends / CP Station Open House
May 28 - PDAC Art
Exhibition Artsmarts Projects - Boardroom Gallery
May 28 - PDAC Art
Exhibition: PUBLIC ART - POSITIVELY PORTAGE
June 2 - 38th
Annual Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market Show & Sale
June 3 - July 13 - Harry Potters World.
Renaissance science, magic & medicine
June 21 - Aboriginal Day Celebrations
June 21 - Summer Solstice Feast
My
Place to Be...Portage la Prairie
(Please allow extra time to load)
The City of Portage la Prairie has
put together this promotional film known as "My Place to Be...Portage la
Prairie". (appox. 3 mins) The
film montage is full of action, tranquil settings, local events and attractions
and gives the community
of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba a fabulous year-round
personality. Press
Play to Start Video and Turn on your Speakers!