Manito Ahbee Festival

Published: May 18, 2026

Banner for the Manito Ahbee event at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, featuring Indigenous-inspired artwork and event dates: October 30–November 1, 2026.
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October 30, 2026
6:00 pm
The Manito Ahbee Festival proudly announces the return to Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba in Treaty No. 1 Territory, on October 30th, 31st, and November 1st, 2026.

Nations from across Turtle Island (North America) will gather once again at this iconic venue to celebrate one of the continent’s premier showcases of Indigenous arts and culture. Festival highlights include the renowned Manito Ahbee Pow Wow, the return of NextGEN, an Indigenous youth empowerment celebration, and a brand-new Friday night cultural lineup to be announced. With its return, the festival also underscores a commitment to celebrating our culture with pride and care for the city. As a vibrant festival, we are excited to continue our Marketplace and Food Vendors, promoting entrepreneurship and craftsmanship in our territory.

Looking ahead, Manito Ahbee Festival continues to invest in youth through the Sacred Hoop, an Indigenous youth production program, training and mentoring the next generation of cultural leaders to ensure the festival’s legacy thrives for years to come.