Manitoba Arts Network

06/01/2026

Two weeks left to apply.

The Emerging Artist Mentorship Program is open to BIPOC musicians in Manitoba who are ready to build their skills, learn more about showcasing and touring, and perform at Manitoba Showcase 2026 in Brandon.

Selected artists will receive free mentorship, a live showcase opportunity, professional recording support, and help preparing for next steps in their music career.

Applications close June 15, 2026.
Apply here: https://forms.gle/cMPhuMTVm8R9oDdw6

Rhonda Head Rhonda Head Creative Manitoba Indigenous Music

In picture: Reanne Lachelle performing at Manitoba Showcase 2025 in Winkler.

05/29/2026

Journey Through Fibre is happening across Manitoba.

Manitoba Arts Network is happy to help highlight and promote fibre-related exhibitions taking place across the province this spring and summer.

Visit one location close to home, or follow the thread between many.

TFAM - Textile and Fibre Artists of Manitoba Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba Manitoba Craft Council 210 Gallery Tiger Hills Arts

05/22/2026

Application deadline extended!

Artists now have until May 31 to apply for All Together Now: A Manitoba Arts Network Member Show at 210 Gallery.

Artwork drop-off window: June 9 to July 18.

This annual member show is a chance to share your work in community with artists from across Manitoba, including rural and northern communities.

Exhibition dates: July 25 to September 5, 2026
Opening reception: Saturday, July 25, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: 210 Gallery, 210 Princess Street, Winnipeg

Apply here:
https://www.210gallery.ca/members-show-2026

05/21/2026

Registration is now open for Manitoba Showcase 2026.

Join presenters, performing artists, visual artists, and arts organizations in Brandon from September 17 to 20 for showcases, conversations, professional development, and connection.

Register now at manitobaartsnetwork.ca

05/15/2026

The Manitoba Showcase 2026 schedule is now live.

This year’s program brings together presenters, performing artists, visual artists, and arts organizations for showcases, conversations, professional development, and time to connect in Brandon.

Take a look at what’s planned and start mapping out your Showcase experience.

View the full schedule:
https://manitobaartsnetwork.ca/manitoba-showcase-2026-schedule/

Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba

05/12/2026

Applications are now open for Manitoba Arts Network’s Emerging Artist Mentorship Program.

Six emerging Manitoba musicians will be selected for a free mentorship program focused on showcasing, touring, and building the skills needed to take the next step in their music careers.

Selected artists will learn from music professionals through online group sessions, prepare for a live showcase performance, and take part in Manitoba Showcase in Brandon, where they will perform for presenters and buyers from across the province.
The program is open to emerging musicians from all genres and all regions of Manitoba who have never showcased before.

Deadline to apply: June 15, 2026
Learn more and apply here - https://forms.gle/cMPhuMTVm8R9oDdw6

Rhonda Head Rhonda Head

05/01/2026

Call for applications is now open.

All Together Now: A Manitoba Arts Network Member Show is a non-juried exhibition at 210 Gallery, bringing together original artwork by MAN members from rural and Northern Manitoba.

Artists are invited to submit one artwork in any medium for the members' exhibition at 210 Gallery.

Deadline to apply: May 25, 2026
Artwork drop-off/delivery: June 9 to July 18, 2026
Exhibition run: July 25 to September 5, 2026
Opening reception: Saturday, July 25, 1 to 3 PM

Open to artists 18 years or older, based in rural or Northern Manitoba (outside Winnipeg). Participation requires a 2026/2027 Manitoba Arts Network membership.

Full guidelines and application:
210gallery.ca/members-show-2026 (or the link in bio)

04/24/2026

Applications for I Want to Showcase 2026 close tonight.

If you’ve been meaning to apply, this is your last chance to put your work forward for Manitoba Showcase 2026 in Brandon.

Selected artists will have the opportunity to perform for presenters and arts organizations booking for the 2027/28 season.

Apply now at manitobaartsnetwork.ca

Link in bio.

04/22/2026

04/21/2026

Only 3 days left to apply for I Want to Showcase 2026.

If you’re a performing artist looking to tour in Manitoba communities, this is a chance to get your work in front of presenters planning for the 2027/28 season.

Manitoba Showcase 2026 takes place in Brandon, September 17 to 19.

Apply by April 24 at manitobaartsnetwork.ca

Link in bio too.