Manitoba Arts Network

Manitoba Showcase 2026

Manitoba Showcase 2026 took place in Brandon, Manitoba, from September 17 to 20, bringing together performing artists, presenters, visual artists and arts professionals from across the province.

Hosted by Manitoba Arts Network, the annual gathering provided opportunities for artists to share their work, for presenters to discover new performances, and for Manitoba's arts community to connect.

Dates

September 17 to 20, 2026

Location

Brandon, Manitoba

Presented By

Manitoba Arts Network

Looking Back

Highlights from Showcase 2026

Revisit Manitoba Showcase 2026 through photographs from the weekend in Brandon, featuring performances and moments from across the event.

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Photograph from Manitoba Showcase 2026 in Brandon

The Event

About Showcase 2026

Manitoba Showcase returned to Brandon in September 2026 for a weekend of performing and visual arts programming.

Performing artists took to the stage at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium, where presenters and delegates had the opportunity to experience a range of performances and connect with artists from Manitoba and beyond.

Professional development sessions and conversations throughout the event offered opportunities to exchange ideas about presenting, touring and working in Manitoba's arts sector.

The Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba also hosted visual arts programming, extending Showcase's conversations beyond the performing arts.

Performing Arts

Live showcases featuring artists and groups from a range of disciplines.

Visual Arts

Programming and professional development hosted at the AGSM.

Professional Development

Sessions and conversations for artists, presenters and arts organizations.

Brandon, Manitoba

2026 Venues

Manitoba Showcase 2026 programming took place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium and the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba.

Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium

The main venue for Manitoba Showcase 2026, hosting live performances, the opening reception and conference programming.

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Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba

The AGSM hosted visual arts sessions and professional development as part of Manitoba Showcase 2026.

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Event Archive

Explore Showcase 2026

Look back at the artists and programming that were part of Manitoba Showcase 2026.

Showcasing Artists

Explore the artists who were part of Manitoba Showcase 2026.

Meet the Artists

2026 Conference Schedule

Look back at the performances, sessions and programming that took place throughout the event.

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Acknowledgements

Our Supporters

Manitoba Showcase 2026 was supported by FACTOR and the City of Brandon.

Get in Touch

Questions about Manitoba Showcase?

For information about Manitoba Showcase and future events, contact Manitoba Arts Network.

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