We never forget our Little Folk! Join us for music, dance, crafts and more – It’s all waiting for you under the Chickadee Big Top. Have your face painted, make a drum, or spend some quiet time in the reading tent! Three days of spirited entertainment await.Please give the “little folk” priority seating at the front. And remember: the Family Area is a place to spend time together; it is not a daycare. For children to participate, a responsible adult must accompany them. 2010 performers on stage in the Chickadee Big Top:
Plus, these Special Guests in the Activities areas:
WINNIPEG INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
Clown around with the Circus folk. Here’s your chance to learn what it takes to be a circus performer. Walk and tight-rope, juggle, stilt-walk and more with our friends from the Winnipeg International Children’s Festival. (Schedule TBA)
THE WINNIPEG ART GALLERY
Express your love of music through painting with the help of The Winnipeg Art Gallery’s Youth Program coordinators, Aline Fréchette and Rachel Baerg. Children of all ages are invited to paint their favorite musical memory. The paintings will be on display for everyone to see for the duration of the
weekend. (Schedule TBA)
FIRE PYXIES
Come join the ladies from the Fire Pyxies and challenge your mind and body while learning new ways of moving and expressing yourself. Poi, staff and hula hoops techniques will be taught, without fire of course! Feel free to bring your own dancing toys from home or use the practice toys provided. All ages are encouraged to participate. (Schedule TBA)
ART TRAIN – RECYCLED ART WORKSHOP
Do you enjoy making art and want to help the environment at the same time? Aspiring artists of all ages are invited to join the folks from Art Train to create beautiful sculptures using recycled and Earth-friendly renewable materials. (Schedule TBA)