Fall in Gimli
Discover things to do in Gimli during Fall.
As the temperatures start to drop, the leaves change colour and the geese start gathering on the lake, another side of Gimli wakes up. The air is fresh, the bugs are gone and you find yourself surrounded by beautiful nature and an excitement building towards Halloween and the events during this beautiful time of the year.
Here are a few ideas of things to do in Gimli during Fall.
Walk to the Rock
October 21 every year, is the day we commemorate the landing of the Icelanders on the shores of Willow Island on the faithful night back in 1875. Each year on this date, the descendants of these immigrants and friends here in Gimli participate in a walk to the rock to remember this important event.
Organized by the New Iceland Heritage Museum.
Boomers Funny Farm
The Thordarson's started a small hobby farm that soon turned into a top local attraction for animal lovers. Come meet all the friendly animals, kiss a donkey, hug a lamb, and cuddle a cow! There is so much to see and do at Boomer's Funny Farm! They have donkeys, miniature and full size horses, cows, lambs, goats, llamas, bunnies, emus, chickens, and more.
Their Mission is to provide a sanctuary and voice for animals in Canada and ensure that every animal lives a healthy and happy life, while providing the public with an enhanced learning experience through guided tours.
Gimli’s Haunted Pavilion Halloween Event
Join us for this free family event. Kids and families can show off their Halloween costumes and dance to some spooky tunes!! Goody bags for all the kids will be handed out!
Want to give out candy but don’t get enough kids, we can help. Drop off unopened treats to our municipal office for the event. We also welcome you to pop the trunk and give out candy at the event!
Call or email us to find out how 204 642-6655 or tourism@rmgimli.com
Fall Craft & Trade Show
The Gimli Fall Craft and Trade Show in September is at 45 Centennial Road. With around 70 vendors and handmade items of all variety, we're sure to have something for everyone’s liking.
Northern Lights
Witness one of the worlds great wonders right in our backyard. If you have not seen the dancing lights over the lake, it is a must see.
The lights are viewed on many nights of the year, however, the weather may impact viewing visibility. The best times to view the Northern Lights are when the skies are clear and the nights are dark. When nights are longer, between October and March, the viewing conditions and colours are best. Grab your camera!
Aurora Alerts on Twitter do forecasting, making it easier to plan a trip and not miss these stunning natural events.
Interlake Dragway
Manitoba's only sanctioned 1/4 mile Dragstrip. Fun for the whole family.
Interlake Dragway offers a full day of entertainment for all power filled engine roaring fans.
Generally racing will begin at 9:30AM and conclude at 5:30PM on scheduled weekends.
Gimli Glider Exhibition
One of the highlights at the Gimli Glider Exhibit is the flight simulator. Retired RCAF Emery Gal and Air Canada Pilot Mal MacDonald, Ret. have made significant upgrades including updated graphics showing Gimli and trailers and cars in the path of the air craft. And so far our visitors are loving it! Many have even said it’s the “best experience I have ever had on a sim.”