The 5th Annual Neepawa Cubs Fish Fry has been rescheduled to July 1, 2026, at the Neepawa Fairgrounds, turning the event into a Canada Day celebration with a baseball game and community dinner. The event kicks off at 3:00 PM with the Neepawa Cubs facing off against the Minnedosa Mavericks, followed by the fish fry at 5:00 PM. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children, with a meal of fish and hot dogs. The timing offers residents a chance to pair holiday festivities with local sports and food.
The Santa Clara Baseball League matchup highlights two teams with deep histories. The Neepawa Cubs, who won the league championship in 2017, are currently in second place with a 6-2-1 record. The Minnedosa Mavericks are a storied franchise, having won ten straight championships from 2006 to 2015, an achievement that earned them induction into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame in 2021. The Mavericks returned to the league in 2023 after a four-year break.
The event is promoted by the Neepawa Titans, the local Junior A hockey team that plays in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. Formerly known as the Neepawa Natives, the Titans are using their platform to support the Cubs’ fundraiser, sharing details through social media. The fish fry is a key community gathering, now merging with Canada Day, which traditionally draws crowds to Riverbend Park. Organizers encourage residents to come out for the afternoon game and stay for the evening meal.
With the Cubs recently defeating the Mavericks twice in June, the July 1 game adds a competitive edge to the holiday. The fish fry has run for five years, reflecting its role in bringing residents together through sports and shared meals. Families can expect a full day of activity, starting with baseball and ending with a classic fish fry under the summer sky.
