Holiday Alley, taking place from November 14 to 17, 2024, in Selkirk, Manitoba, offers a vibrant lineup of activities celebrating art, light, sound, culture, and creativity. Here are the top 20 events to experience:
- Opening Concert – Amero “Little” Christmas: Kick off the festival with a performance by Don Amero on November 14 at 8:00 pm at Selkirk United Church.
- Indigenous Teachings: Participate in storytelling, drumming, and crafts led by local Indigenous Knowledge Keepers on November 14 and 15 at the Selkirk Friendship Centre.
- Anvil Tree’s Straw Sculpture Open House: Visit the Selkirk Agricultural Society Building on November 15 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm to meet artists and learn about straw sculpting.
- Street Party on Manitoba Avenue: Enjoy live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities on November 15 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
- Pooch Parade: Dress up your dog for the parade on November 15 at 7:30 pm, with prizes for best-dressed pooches and their human partners.
- Wishme Makers’ Market: Shop for handcrafted items from local artisans on November 15 (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm) and November 16 (10:00 am – 5:00 pm) at the Gordon Howard Centre.
- Breakfast with Santa: Enjoy a pancake breakfast and visit with Santa on November 16 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at The Mighty Kiwi.
- Open Street Activities: Participate in glow hula, street hockey, and more on Manitoba Avenue on November 16 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
- First Annual Bannock Competition: Showcase your bannock-making skills on November 16 at 12:00 pm at The Merch.
- Easel Wars: Compete in a fast-paced painting challenge on November 16 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Gwen Fox Gallery.
- Soup Cook-Off: Sample a variety of soups prepared by local chefs on November 16 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at various locations.
- Crafternoon for Kids: Engage in crafting activities for children on November 16 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Aboriginal Headstart.
- Live Music on the Little Red Stage: Enjoy performances by local musicians on November 16 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at 222 Manitoba Avenue.
- Welcome Winter Concert: Attend a choral concert featuring choirs from across the region on November 16 at 4:00 pm at Selkirk United Church.
- Anvil Tree’s Straw Sculpture Burn: Witness the lighting of a straw sculpture on November 16 at 7:00 pm at Selkirk’s Waterfront.
- Karaoke at The Merch: Sing your favorite tunes on November 16 from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am at The Merch.
- Crafternoon on Campus: Participate in beading and cyanotype workshops on November 17 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Red River College Polytech.
- Newcomers’ Storytelling Café: Hear lived experiences and cultural stories on November 17 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm at Selkirk United Church.
- Wreath Making Workshop with Flora Culture: Create your own holiday wreath on November 17 from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm at Gwen Fox Gallery.
- Tree It Yourself (TIY): Stroll down Manitoba Avenue and vote for your favorite decorated tree by local businesses and organizations.
For more details and the full schedule, visit the Holiday Alley website.
