May Events Near You

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May 2, 2025
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Jamie Mcleod

Spring is in full swing, and Winnipeg’s photography community has a solid lineup of events this May - from art walks to camera hangouts and photo classes! Whether you're just getting started or looking for creative ways to stay inspired, there's something on the calendar for you.


Here’s what’s coming up:

May 2 – First Fridays in the Exchange

๐Ÿ•” 5:00–9:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Exchange District


May 4 – Beginner’s Photography Class

๐Ÿ•ฆ 11:30 AM (3 hrs)
๐Ÿ“ Downtown Winnipeg
๐Ÿ’ฐ Paid event


May 7 – Manitoba Camera Club: Owl Photography with April Stame

๐Ÿ•ข 7:30–9:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Acadia Junior High School Library (175 Killarney Ave)


May 13 – Camera Hang Out: Food Photography ft. La Belle Baguette

๐Ÿ•– 7:00–9:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Kildonan Park
โ˜” Backup location: Don’s Photo, 1839 Main Street


May 15 – Early Bird Deadline: Curtis Jones Talk (October 25)

๐Ÿ“ Online registration
๐Ÿ’ฐ Paid event


May 16 – Red River Ex Photo Salon Submission Deadline

๐Ÿ“ท Up to 4 image entries
๐Ÿ“ Open to Manitoba residents only


May 25 – The City at Night (Winnipeg Photography Group)

๐Ÿ•ค 9:30 PM (2 hrs)
๐Ÿ“ Downtown Winnipeg
๐Ÿ’ฐ Paid event

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