Things to Do

Countryfest Beach

Sponsored by Tourism Dauphin

* 11am - 1:30am (Thu - Sun)

Which way to the beach? Look no further, the Countryfest Beach returns once again!

Located on the Hilltop, be sure to make your way over to the Beach where you'll be treated to a multitude of activities provided by Beach 4 Life which are sure to test your skill level and entertain you all in one...

2011 & 2012's most popular Pro's vs Joe's returns. Come test your skills against some of Beach 4 Life's top Manitoba beach volleyball Pro's. THINK YOU CAN WIN? We challenge YOU to form a team of up to 6 players to take on as little as 2 Beach 4 Life Pro's!
Looking for some bragging right and a chance to win prizes? All you need to do is form a team and take to the court. Daily prizes will be awarded through a multitude of competitions, give aways, relays, and more!
Still looking for more? Look no further as the Countryfest Beach will also be offering relaxation under palm trees, Live DJ, and ALL Female Lumberjack Show, and a nightly beach social to keep the partying going!

Beach activities provided by Beach 4 Life. Full information regarding Beach 4 Life and their 2013 Beach 4 Life Tour (Seniors & Youth Tournaments) available at www.beach4life.ca.

Here are a few pictures from 2011 Beach:

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AXE Women Loggers of Maine

* 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm (Thu - Sun)

Women Lumberjacks We are happy to have these ladies returning to Countryfest 2013! The Axe Women Loggers of Maine production is a self-contained turn-key event unlike any other lumberjack or lumberjill shows across the country. Axe Women features more current World Champion performers than any other show including various event championships from 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2011.

For more information visit their website www.axewomen.com

Prairie Helicopter Rides

* 10am - 8pm (Thu – Sun) / Main Gates / Weather Permitting

* $50/Person ~ Cash Only

See the site from the sky - it’s an experience of a lifetime! Located by the Main Gates near the Countryfest guitar sign.

Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament

FREE Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament All Weekend Long!

NEW LOCATION for 2013 in the Countryfest Social Hall!

Get in on the action to win a 2014 VIP Countryfest Weekend Getaway. Preliminary rounds run Friday and Saturday.

Register between 12:00pm and 1:00pm daily in the Countryfest Social Hall. Play begins at 1:00pm daily. Qualifiers from each day will move on to the finals on Sunday. Winner takes all!

Can’t commit to the BIG tournament? No problem! Free play on side tables with great prizes, running Thursday through Sunday.

Tournament services provided by All In Poker Tour.

Countryfest Sports Bar

Open Thursday - Sunday 11:00am - 1:30am

Be sure to stop into the Countryfest Sports Bar by the Beach and check out this attraction. A perfect place to to take a break from the hustle & bustle of festival goers, the Sports Lounge is a great place to chill out! Watch a CFL game or just catch up on the scores on our 6 TV screens.

Countryfest weekend CFL schedule:
Thursday June 27     9:00pm       Monteal Alouettes vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Friday June 28          7:00pm       Hamilton Tiger Cats vs Toronto Argonauts
Friday June 28        10:00pm       British Columbia Lions vs Calgary Stampeders
Saturday June 29     3:30pm       Saskatchewan Roughriders vs Edmonton Eskimos

Countryfest Social Hall

* 8am - 2am (Thu – Sun)

Host to many fun events this weekend, including:

Socials with DJ Gordo from BODY BOUNCE PRODUCTIONS (9:00pm - 2:00am)
Homestyle Breakfast (9:00am - 11:00am)

Mechanical Bull

* 11am - 2am (Thu – Sun) / North End of the Hilltop Stage

It ain’t easy to ride a buckin’ bronco like this, but it sure is a thrill. Challenge your friends to see who really is the roughest, toughest of the bunch.

Homestyle Breakfast

* 9am - 11am (Thu – Sun) / Countryfest Social Hall

Curb your appetite (and your hangover) with a homestyle breakfast running daily at the Countryfest Social Hall. Walk-Ins welcome! Pre-booking appreciated! Pre-book at the Countryfest Social Hall with Rae or Myra.

Kids’ Show with Kenny Shaw

* 12:00pm - 1pm (Sun) ~ Hilltop Stage

This year’s Kids’ Show will be hosted by the multi-talented comedic entertainer Kenny Shaw. Watch him bring joy to the children’s faces as he draws them into his wacky world of high-powered comedy and music.

Gospel Show

* 12:30pm - 1:30pm (Sun) ~ Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Main Stage

An uplifting way to start your Sunday at Countryfest.

Dauphin Lake Golf Club Countryfest Special

Wear your Countryfest wristband and you can golf and ride 18 holes for just $42.50 on this superior golf course. Call (204) 638-9400 to book a tee time.

Gilbert Plains Country Club Countryfest Special

Gilbert Plains Country Club would like to welcome all Countryfest Weekend Pass holders to enjoy a round of golf at a discounted rate of $24. Call (204)548-2118 to book a tee time.