The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) has compiled a list of events coming up for National Indigenous Peoples Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in southern Manitoba.
Join SCO in celebrating the beautiful languages, cultures, and accomplishments of our Anishinaabe and Dakota citizens!
If you are planning an event for Indigenous Peoples Day in southern Manitoba, or know of any events taking place in the 32 Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations, please share details by emailing us at: media@scoinc.mb.ca
Events
Click on the menus below to see events happening in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day. If no events are listed in your area yet, we are still waiting for details and will update the information as soon as it becomes available.
Brandon Events
June 21
Brandon: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Join the Brandon National Indigenous Peoples Day event!
There will be a pipe ceremony, pow wow, puppet shows, talent show, children’s activity, food tent, and more.
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 12 pm – 8 pm
- Location: Riverbank Discovery Centre, 545 Conservation Dr, Brandon
Online Events
June 21
The 2025 Indspire Awards: Celebrating Indigenous Excellence
The Indspire Awards represent the highest honour the Indigenous community bestows upon its own people. After 31 years, the Indspire Awards have honoured over 400 First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement across Turtle Island and beyond. Their stories are shared in a nationally broadcast celebration that showcases the diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
- Date: June 21, 2025
- Time: 8 PM ET
- Location: Watch on APTN
You can also watch the award ceremony on CBC at 7 PM ET.
Click here to learn more.
SCO Nation Events
June 20
Waywayseecappo First Nation: Indigenous Fashion Show
Experience the latest Indigenous designs in clothing and regalia made by students and staff of Waywayseecappo Community School and surrounding area.
- Date: June 20, 2025
- Time: 10 am
- Location: Waywayseecappo Community School gym
Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
To register or for more information, contact Mrs. Gambler at 204-859-2811.
Waywayseecappo First Nation: Pow Wow
Join Waywayseecappo for a pow wow in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Students are welcome to bring their regalia.
- Date: June 20, 2025
- Time: 1 pm
- Location: North Tipi
Winnipeg Events
June 17
Spence Neighbourhood Association: Community Connecting Night
Join the Spence Neighbourhood Association’s next Community Connecting Night on June 17, 2025!
For this month’s Community Connecting Night, it will instead be held on the third Tuesday of the month in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day!
Enjoy Indigenous performances from the Binesi Ikwéwag Singers and hoop dancing from Melvin Starr and his family! Hosted by Comedian Issa Kixen.
- Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
- Time: 5:30 pm
- Location: MERC, 430 Langside St, Winnipeg, MB
There will be various door prizes, so be sure to attend!
Feast and childminding services will be provided.
June 18
Manitoba Bar Association: Talent Showcase & Fundraiser
Manitoba Bar Association’s National Indigenous Peoples Day event is a hallmark event for Manitoba’s legal and Indigenous communities. This will be an evening filled with entertainment will be an excellent opportunity for everyone to come together in celebration.
Confirmed performers are Northside Baby, Adam Beach, Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers, Ali Fontaine, Boogey The Beat, Jeffrey Gobeil, and Kaitlynn Brightnose!
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at
- Time: 7 pm – 10 pm
- Location: The Park Theatre, 698 Osborne Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 2B9,
Click here to buy your tickets.
June 20
Ongomiizwin: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Join the Ongomiizwin to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. There will be a sacred fire, pipe ceremony, medicine garden, vendors, feast and more.
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Time: 9 am – 1 pm
- Location: 665 Basic Medical Sciences Bldg, 745 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
Shared Health: National Indigenous Peoples Day Market
Join the upcoming National Indigenous Peoples Day Market at Health Sciences Centre!
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Time: 10 am – 2 pm
- Location: Health Sciences Centre, in the William Avenue Mall
The table rental fee is complimentary for Indigenous vendors! Contact Kelly Gerlach for more information: Kgerlach@hsc.mb.ca.
Circles of Reconciliation: National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration & Barbeque
Join the Circles of Reconciliation on Friday, June 20 for their 3rd annual NIPD Community Barbecue!
There will be an artisan market, children’s and activities, entertainment, door prizes, sharing circle and a free barbeque.
This is a free community event, and all are welcome!
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Time: 11 am – 2:30 pm
- Location: Sergeant Tommy Prince Place, 90 Sinclair St, Winnipeg, MB
Click here to learn more.
June 21
Waterways: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Join Waterways in celebrating Indigenous People’s Day!
The event is free, but all participants are required to sign-up before joining the paddling fun.
Be sure to sign up early to reserve your place in a canoe if you are coming for the morning paddle from St. Vital.
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 10 am – 3 pm
- Location: St. Vital Park, 190 River Rd, Winnipeg, MB
Click here to register for free canoe rentals.
There is also a plant walk and music in the afternoon if being on the water isn’t your thing. These family friendly events will begin at 1 pm at 80 Churchill Dr, Winnipeg, MB.
Children’s Museum: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Join the Children’s Museum on as we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.
This is a day to celebrate and learn about the history and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in Manitoba. Create a bison herd with Ojibwe artist Alice RL, experience traditional storytelling with respected Elder Barb Nepinak, help us build a teepee in Time Squared, and join us for story times at 12 pm and 2 pm.
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 11 am – 3 pm
- Location: Children’s Museum, 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB
Click here to learn more.
Goldeyes Game: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day
In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Winnipeg Goldeyes are hosting a night dedicated to honoring Indigenous culture and community. The event will take place on:
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 6 pm gates open | First pitch at 6:30 pm
- Location: Blue Cross Park, 1 Portage Ave E, Winnipeg, MB
The evening will feature cultural performances, special presentations, and a meaningful tribute to Indigenous families, including those recently displaced by wildfires, who will be treated to a free night out at the game.
Click here to reserve your seat now.
Winnipeg Art Gallery: The Live Mixtape Concert
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on the WAG-Qaumajuq rooftop with The Live Mixtape concert!
This final event of Threads of Kin and Belonging brings together Black and Indigenous artists for an unforgettable night of music, rooted in hip-hop, R&B, and Prairie storytelling.
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 7 pm – 10 pm
- Location: WAG-Qaumajuq Rooftop, 300 Memorial Blvd, Winnipeg, MB
- Cost: Pay what you can
Click here to learn more.
June 22
Manitoba Museum: Bead-a-Thon
Join the Manitoba Museum for a fundraising Bead-a-Thon on Sunday June 22, hosted by esteemed Cree-Métis beadwork artist Cynthia Boehm, and Manitoba Museum’s Head of Indigenous Programming & Engagement, Tashina Houle-Gaywish.
The day will include mini ‘learn to stitch’ tutorials, pop-up visits from our stunning historical beadwork collection, and most importantly, time with community to share, learn, and bead.
- Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
- Time: 10 am – 3 pm
- Location: Manitoba Museum (Alloway Hall), 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg, MB
Click here to learn more.
Assiniboine Park: Indigenous Peoples Day
Join us at Assiniboine Park on Sunday, June 22 for a day filled with music, entertainment, food trucks, workshops, pow wow, and more in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day.
- Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
- Time: 11 am – 5 pm
- Location: 145 The Leaf Way, Winnipeg, MB
All activities take place at the outdoor Gardens at The Leaf and inside The Leaf classroom.
Click here to learn more about the festivities.