A Taste of Manitoba is returning to Fort Gibraltar this September, bringing together some of the province’s best restaurants, live entertainment, and local vendors for a celebration of Manitoba’s diverse food scene.
The 2026 edition of A Taste of Manitoba takes place from September 3 to 7, 2026, at Fort Gibraltar in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. The five-day festival will feature dozens of local flavours, live performances, activities, and a chance to sample dishes from some of Manitoba’s favourite restaurants.
Admission to A Taste of Manitoba is FREE, with food and beverages purchased using Taste Tickets. Tickets can be purchased in advance, with each ticket valued at $2. Food and beverage items range from 2 to 10 tickets, allowing visitors to sample multiple dishes throughout the festival.
Event Details
- When: September 3 – 7, 2026
- Where: Fort Gibraltar, 866 St. Joseph Street, Winnipeg
- Admission: Free
- Food: Purchased using Taste Tickets
Festival hours are:
- Thursday, September 3: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Monday, September 7: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Food lovers can expect a wide variety of flavours, with everything from comfort food and barbecue to international cuisine and sweet treats. The 2026 lineup features 20 Manitoba restaurants showcasing their signature dishes throughout the festival.
| Booth # | Restaurant | Menu Items |
|---|---|---|
| Booth 1 | Moxies | Madeira Rigatoni, Short Rib Beef Dip, Key Lime Pie |
| Booth 2 | Wood Tavern | Beef Brisket and Mash, Ribs with Tossed Salad, Pulled Pork Slider with Pickled Cauliflower |
| Booth 3 | Jeepney | Pancit with Pork BBQ Skewers, Lechon Baka Bao (BBQ Brisket), Ube Cheese Smoothie |
| Booth 4 | Spicebros | Chilli Bowl (Chicken or Paneer), Butter Bowl (Chicken or Paneer), Mango Lassi |
| Booth 5 | Cornerstone Café & Deli | Italian Cannoli, Imported Italian Deli Muffuletta on Demi Baguette, Loaded Club House on a Demi Baguette |
| Booth 6 | Carlos & Murphy’s | Birria Pulled Pork Tacos, Mexican Street Corn Dip, Churros |
| Booth 7 | Cibo Waterfront Café | Spicy Feta Dip, Brie, Apple and Balsamic Crostini |
| Booth 8 | Dave & Laverne’s Modern Diner & Bar | Yorkshire Pot Roast, Cajun Arancini |
| Booth 9 | James Avenue Pumphouse | Les’s Carrot Cake, Butter Chicken |
| Booth 10 | Junction 59 Roadhoes | Pecan Pie, Braised Beef Taco, Roadhouse Mac & Cheese |
| Booth 11 | Tavern United | Pub Pretzel with MB Smoked Gouda Cheese Sauce, Steak & Guinness Pie, Manitoba Pulled Pork Sandwich |
| Booth 12 | Bull & Filly | Chorizo Avocado Toast, The Root & Crunch, Gooey S’mores Bread Pudding |
| Booth 13 | Silver Heights Restaurant and Lounge | Memphis Ribs, Mini Duke of Yorky |
| Booth 14 | Fionn MacCool’s | Guinness Steak & Mushroom Pie, Dublin Spice Bag, Crispy Wagyu Gyoza Dumplings |
| Booth 15 | Indian Brothers | Iced Golu, Basket Chaat, Golgappa |
| Booth 16 | Saddlery On Market | Mango Shrimp Taco, Chicken Pita, Hot Honey Smash Up |
| Booth 17 | Perfect Pierogies | Feta & Spinach Pierogi Bruschetta with Chorizo, Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Pierogi Dessert, The Tradional Ukrainian |
| Booth 18 | Peasant Cookery | Dry Ribs, Vanilla Creme Brulee |
| Booth 19 | 529 Wellington | Prime Rib Stuffed Yorkies, Jordan’s Poutine |
| Booth 20 | Dougie’s Prairie’s Edge | Chopped Cheese Sando, Duck Springrolls with Peanut Sauce |
Along with the restaurant booths, A Taste of Manitoba will feature the Travel Manitoba Vendor Village, highlighting local makers, artisans, and Manitoba businesses offering unique products and locally made goods.
The festival will also feature live entertainment throughout the weekend, creating a full experience beyond the food booths.
Whether you’re looking to discover a new favourite restaurant, try a variety of Manitoba-made dishes, enjoy live music, or spend time with family and friends, A Taste of Manitoba offers a chance to experience the province’s culinary community all in one location.
