The Beauhead Arts Fest is shifting its approach for its sixth annual celebration in Beausejour, Manitoba, by launching a new application program specifically for emerging artists. This change updates the festival’s traditional recruitment process and aims to highlight new talent during the event, which is set to take place August 21-22, 2026.
The two-day festival will return to the Pioneer Village Museum, a historic site that recreates life in the early 1900s. Organizers are looking to showcase a variety of talent, including visual, literary, and performing arts, alongside hands-on activities and local food. The festival, which was founded in 2018, is managed by a volunteer board with the goal of fostering creativity in the Beausejour and Brokenhead region.
Before the main event, the community can participate in a lead-up fundraiser. A paint night will be held on May 9, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre. Organizers note that no experience is required for the session, and participants are simply encouraged to bring their creativity.
Beausejour is located 46 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg, and the festival continues to be promoted through organizations such as Creative Manitoba. Those interested in participating or learning more about the festival’s new direction can find details on the official website.
