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Welcome to Portage la Prairie, Manitoba!


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, 2013 to 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 

Contact: Robyn Dawson 204-240-7541 or robynscrafts@mymts.net.

 

On them on Facebook - Portage la Prairie Farmers Market


Quick Links


 

2013 Visitor Guide

 

Portage la Prairie Slogan Contest

 

 

 

 

 

 


Current Events


For more event information see our Events Page

May 21 - Shrine Circus

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
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Press Play to Start Video and Turn on your Speakers!
 

 
 


Portage la Prairie - Manitoba - Canada - Phone: 204-239-8334 - Email: tourism@city-plap.com


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