Brandon will once again be hosting its annual festival, The Manitoba Summer Fair.
As always, the Fair features all the rides, food, shows, and attractions that everyone knows and loves, and it also includes a unique afternoon called the Westman Disability Day.
From 1 pm to 3 pm on Thursday, June 8th, the fair is booked for people with disabilities to have a more relaxed and accessible time amid the usually hectic Fair atmosphere.
General Manager of the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba, Mark Humphries, says there's a lot to look forward to at Westman Disability Day, and that it's a great way to let everyone enjoy the festivities.
"So physically or intellectually disabled people can come along and enjoy a little bit of a quieter time between 1 and 3. They must pre-register, and they get a free lunch as well from the sponsors. The petting zoo will be open specially for them. We've also got some wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible going on."
The Manitoba Summer Fair has been taking place for over 135 years, and Humphries is proud to make it an event that is comfortable and accessible for everyone to enjoy.
"Just that bit of a quieter time when they're not pressured by a huge crowd. We can have a time slot for that group of individuals to go and enjoy, and feel a little bit less stressed by lining up, queuing up, and waiting for the throng to go through. It's a fantastic day and a fantastic event for our sponsors to be a part of, so we're looking forward to it."
With countless shows, shops, rides, attractions, and more, many people would consider the Manitoba Summer Fair a summer essential.
For all the details on the Westman Disability Day, or to register, visit provincialexhibiton.com
