Join us at the Manitoba Threshermens’ Reunion & Stampede for the Ride n’ Roll Vintage Powersports Expo! This exciting event celebrates the rich history of vintage powersports vehicles and brings together enthusiasts from all over.
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, starting at 9am, the expo will kick off with a bang. Exhibitors from various backgrounds will showcase their impressive collections of vintage motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and more.
During this in-person event, you’ll not only have the opportunity to meet fellow vintage powersports enthusiasts, discuss your shared passion, and discover rare gems from the past, you’ll also be able to see all the other amazing things happening on the grounds like our Homesteaders’ Village, field demos, antique tractors, Versatile Big Roy, live music, and so much more! Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious about the charm of vintage powersports, this expo is a must-attend.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of this thrilling event. Register as an exhibitor now and secure your spot at the Ride n’ Roll Vintage Powersports Expo. We can’t wait to see you there!
For more information on being an exhibitor, click here.
Photo Credit: Brian Reynolds
Photo Credit: Brian Reynolds
Photo Credit: Brian Reynolds
Photo Credit: Brian Reynolds
Photo Credit: Brian Reynolds
2024 Feature
History Alive!Experience the Village Like Never Before!
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and tastes of summer, where the air is thick and the leaves parade vibrant hues of green…Historical actors will bring the village to life during the MTRS “History Alive! Experience the Village Like Never Before!”
Enjoy a bounty of old-fashioned summer festivities including dance group presentations, hat-making for kids, hot cinnamon buns out of the clay bake ovens, sounds in the blacksmith shop, and toe-tapping tunes at the village gazebo.
Costumed guides and event leaders will demonstrate other traditional 20th century lifestyle such as printmaking, old-time children’s’ activities and shadow puppets. Try your hand at calligraphy in the Ayr school. Learn about Indigenous agriculture. All this and more ‘down-home’ fun awaits in the village at the 2024 MTRS!
St. Saviour’s Church 2007
2024 Feature
RCMP Musical Ride Thursday July 25
A symbol of tradition, honour, and pride, the Musical Ride is a Canadian icon recognized at home and abroad. The Musical Ride supports front-line police operations by building positive relationships, supporting recruiting efforts and promoting the RCMP’s image in communities in Canada and around the world. The troop of up to 16 riders, who are all police officers, and their horses perform intricate formations and drills set to music, lasting about 30 minutes. These movements demand the utmost control, timing, and coordination. This event will take place on Thursday, July 25 at 7:00 PM. Please check back for more details and to purchase tickets.
RCMP Musical Ride
Pioneer Power Parade
Presented by Manitoba’s longest-running country radio station CFRY, the daily Pioneer Power Parade showcases some of Canada’s most fascinating vintage farm equipment at the Main Arena.
Everyone will be amazed by the horses and horse-drawn equipment, beautifully restored vintage vehicles, century-old steam engines, and tractors from over six decades.
Come early and enjoy live music (12:30-1:15) from the comfort of our covered grandstand. Parade starts at 1:30.
Rodeo
Join us for Manitoba’s best rodeo action at the Threshermen’s Stampede! Voted the 2017 Rodeo of the Year by the Canadian Cowboys’ Association, watch Canada’s best rodeo competitors strive for top prize in bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, mutton busting, barrel racing and many more.
Come early and enjoy live music (6:30-7:15 Thurs-Sat) in our covered grandstand. Rodeo starts at 7:30 (5:00 Sunday).
Musical Acts – we’re working on a great lineup for 2024
At the Grandstand
12:30-1:15 (just before the parade) Thursday: Up in Flames, Friday: Bull Ruckus, Saturday: Banned and Outlawed, Sunday: Along for the Ride
6:30-7:15 (just before the rodeo) Friday: Damn Straight, Saturday: Derek Peters Band. Note Thursday: Musical Ride
At the Corn and Barley Corral
4:00-5:00 while enjoying a cob (or 2) of fresh steamed corn! (Daily 3:30-4:30) Thursday: Up in Flames, Friday: Bull Ruckus, Saturday: Banned and Outlawed, Sunday (3:30): Along for the Ride
9:45 pm dance the night away after the final Rodeo event. Thursday: Nuthin’ but Trouble, Friday: Damn Straight, Saturday: Derek Peters Band, Sunday 8:00 PM: DJ Cory Christison
Gazebo Stage
Sit back, relax and enjoy the music! The Gazebo stage is located in the Village with performances throughout all 4 days and scheduled Evening Concert Series starting at 7:30 pm. Friday: Northern Reflections, Saturday: TBA. Note Thursday: Musical Ride at the arena.
Along for the Ride: Sunday 12:30 and 3:30
Banned and Outlawed: Saturday 12:30 and 4:00
Bull Ruckus: Friday 12:30 and 4:00
Banned and Outlawed: Saturday 12:30 and 4:00
Damn Straight: Friday 6:30 and 9:45
Nuthin but Trouble: Thursday 9:45
Up in Flames: Thursday 12:30 and 4:00
Derek Peters Band: Saturday 6:30 and 9:45
Northern Reflections: Friday 7:30
Clydesdale Classic
Watch the majestic Clydesdales in the main arena, daily, as they compete in halter and hitch classes.
A crowd favourite is always the Six Horse Hitch, where six horses work as a team to pull the beautiful wagons. Be sure to find a seat in the grandstand to watch this class.
Don’t leave without taking a walk through the barns to get an up close look at these Gentle Giants.
Machinery Demonstrations
Get up close to the tractors, plows, threshers, and other farm equipment that worked our province’s soil decades ago.
There are equipment demonstrations throughout the day with feature demonstrations at 11:00 am and 4:00 pm. Experts will show you how everything works and how everything sounds.
Working Horses
The working horses are at it all day long.
From hauling sheaves for the threshing contest (just after the parade) to plowing the demonstration field (morning and late afternoon), these beauties are well worth watching.
Take a ride through the Pioneer Village on a horse-drawn wagon. Rides leave from the train station 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM and then again after the threshing contest until 5:00 PM.
Colt Raffle
The colt (named “Pete”) will be raffled off at the 2024 Reunion. Proceeds from this raffle go toward supporting facilities for the working horses at the Museum.
Tickets are three for $5. They are available at the Info Booth during Reunion. Pete will be nearby all day long so you can have a chat with him. The lucky winner will be picked Sunday night at 6 PM, July 28, 2024.
Pete was donated by Linwood Equine Ranch, Carberry. Vet services are provided by Dr. Tanya Anderson from the Gladstone Veterinary Clinic.
Pete
Homesteaders’ Village
The Manitoba Agricultural Museum offers a fun and nostalgic slice of life from the early 1900s. The Homesteaders’ Village is a key highlight of the Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede, enjoyed by people of all ages – especially first-time festival goers.
Enjoy a fresh cinnamon bun baked in a clay oven -daily mid morning to mid afternoon
Cool off with an ice cream cone or cool drink from the General Store after browsing the artifacts and souvenirs.
Take a Horse Drawn Wagon Tour at 4 pm starting at the Train Station
Children’s Activities
There is lots going on for your young stampeders at the Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede in a safe, secure, and friendly environment. Bring your children and join us at Pioneer adventure Land.
Barrel train rides
Sleepy the Clown Friday & Saturday 3:30 to 5:30
Face-painting
Heartland Recreation activities every day noon to 4:00
Tiny Treasures Mobile Farm Saturday & Sunday noon to 5:00
Our popular playground
and much more!
Reunion Ladies Activities
Stop by the Pioneer Center for a piece of homemade pie, ice cream and drinks.
Catch the Vintage Fashion Show at 4 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday! The theme for 2024 is Swing into the 60’s then Slide to the 70’s with RLA.
Also view their demonstrations and displays of pioneer crafts.
Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum
Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum
Visit Canada’s only Amateur Radio Museum
Operated for over 40 years on the grounds of the Manitoba Agricultural Museum.
Spin the dial of a radio with your finger tips and listen to the world. Learn more at marminc.ca.
In 2022, MARM recognized 100 years of commercial broadcasting in Manitoba. Winnipeger Lynn V Salton, a 25 year old licensed amateur radio operator, was featured in a display that showed how he designed and built the first commercial broadcast transmitter at his parents’ home.
