New Event Tents Elevate Melgund Township's Community Spirit

Under the Big Top

Melgund Recreation Department unveils new event tents, perfect for community festivals, celebrations, and special events.

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg 25 Jun 2025

New Event Tents Elevate Melgund Township’s Community Spirit

Melgund’s outdoor spaces just got a fantastic upgrade, all thanks to the Local Services Board of Melgund Recreation Department’s latest acquisition: brand-new event tents. These aren’t just any tents; they’re set to totally change how the community enjoys the outdoors.

They’ll be an awesome new venue that can jazz up all kinds of local events – think lively community festivals, pumping outdoor music concerts, bustling community markets, and even smaller community get-togethers. This exciting step really shows how committed the Local Services Board is to boosting fun activities and building a strong, vibrant community spirit for everyone in Borups Corners, Dyment, and the surrounding area.

The spirit of community teamwork shined bright. A small group of dedicated volunteers and local artists showed up for a hands-on session, learning how to put these impressive new tents together. The teamwork and shared excitement that make Melgund Township so special was on full display. Everyone quickly got the hang of the setup, which means future events will run smoothly, without a hitch. This joint effort not only gets folks ready for upcoming fun, but it also strengthens the bonds between neighbors.

These new event tents are also a real investment in Melgund’s arts scene. They’re providing a flexible and easy-to-access enhanced outdoor venue that will truly help local artists, musicians and cultural groups show off what they can do. It’ll give them a great space to get the community involved in all sorts of creative ways. Whether it’s at festivals or special events, these tents are definitely going to be a hub for creativity and connecting people.

Now, everyone’s buzzing about the very first event under these wonderful new tents: the much-anticipated Canada Day Celebrations. This highly-anticipated yearly tradition always brings in huge crowds from Dyment, Borups Corners, Dryden and the surrounding area, and this year’s looking even more spectacular. The new tents mean more comfort and flexibility, making it an even better experience for everyone who comes out to celebrate this important national holiday.

Setting Up the Big Tents: In Photos

The tents were dropped off by Balla Brothers Rentals of Dryden on a beautiful Wednesday afternoon. — The tents were dropped off by Balla Bros. Rentals of Dryden on a beautiful Wednesday afternoon.

The team learned to assemble the new tents, which will provide for much larger audiences during community events and concerts.

Once the frame was assembled, it was time to learn how to lay the covers!

Then it's time to jack up the sides and get the tent poles in place. — Then it’s time to jack up the sides and get the tent poles in place.

Then the other side of the tent gets raised by winching it up.

Morris and Pete pound in some of the stakes that will tie down the tents.

The community can’t wait to welcome everyone to what’s sure to be a truly memorable Canada Day.

Upcoming Events

Join the Local Services Board of Melgund for a day brimming with music, games, captivating performances, and joyful celebration. This signature event is designed for everyone, with activities for all ages and a commitment to accessibility and inclusion for every community member.

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