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Regina's friendly local roundup | Friday, May 15, 2026

Happy Friday, Regina! 👋

A significant spring storm rolled through overnight, so this morning calls for a little extra patience before the long weekend gets going. The good news is that once conditions clear, the city has a packed Victoria Day weekend lined up from start to finish. Victoria Park transforms into a Scottish celebration today, a touring circus sets up at Victoria Square, the Farmers' Market heads back downtown tomorrow, and the Cathedral Village Arts Festival opens Monday with a parade through the neighbourhood. Four days, no shortage of things to do.

In today's edition:

🌩️ Spring storm update — winds, roads, and what to expect this morning

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Saskatchewan Highland Gathering opens today at Victoria Park

🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus comes to town for the long weekend

☕ Munch Café: The Regina restaurant where ability comes first

🏈 Riders are in Saskatoon and the preseason clock is ticking

🌸 Recognizing the workers who support thousands across Saskatchewan

📅 Your full event guide: May 15-18

🌩️ WEATHER

A Classic Saskatchewan Spring Storm Hit Overnight - Here Is Where Things Stand

A powerful low-pressure system swept through Regina Thursday night and into Friday morning, bringing sustained winds of 70 km/h and gusts peaking between 90 and 100 km/h. Environment Canada issued a special weather statement warning of potential infrastructure damage and localized utility outages, with rainfall in the range of 5 to 10 mm for the Regina area. High-profile vehicles - trucks, trailers, anything with a big profile, are facing the trickiest conditions, particularly on north-south routes where the wind hits hardest.

The practical advice heading into the long weekend: check conditions before you head out this morning, secure anything in your yard that could catch air, and give yourself extra time if you are driving to any of today's events. The rain is welcome news for a prairie landscape that has been dry, and forecasts suggest conditions will ease through the day. By the time the Massed Pipes and Drums strike up at Victoria Park this afternoon, the Queen City should be in much better shape. Wishing everyone a safe and dry start to the long weekend :)

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 COMMUNITY

The Saskatchewan Highland Gathering Is Back at Victoria Park This Long Weekend

The Saskatchewan Highland Gathering and Celtic Festival has been a May long weekend tradition in Regina for decades, incorporating older Highland Games events that have been running since the early 20th century, with pipers, drummers, dancers, heavy events athletes, and enthusiasts from Western Canada gathering each year. This year the gates open today at Victoria Park with festivities running through Victoria Day Monday. Saturday brings the main athletic competition day at the park, with the Queen City Open Championship for highland dance moving to the Hotel Saskatchewan Regency Ballroom, and a full day of pipe band and solo events on the schedule.

Tonight wraps up with the Massed Pipes and Drums at 5:00 PM in Victoria Park, a spine-tingling moment you do not need to be Scottish to appreciate, followed by a ceilidh at The Exchange at 7:30 PM. Kids under 12 get in free all weekend, making this one of the best family outings of the long weekend. Adult admission is paid, with youth aged 12 to 17 and seniors 65 and older at $10 for the outdoor grounds. Tickets and full schedule at saskhighland.ca

☕ COMMUNITY

Munch Café: A Regina Restaurant Where Ability Comes First

Munch Café and Catering looks like any other restaurant, but behind the counter is a team of people with disabilities building skills, confidence, and careers in a supportive workplace. The café's is a nonprofit that exists to provide employment and training for people with cognitive disabilities.

The food that Munch produces and the service it provides is as good as any restaurant in the city with no qualifier attached. The goal is always preparing people for life: employees build skills at Munch and then move into jobs in the broader community, with the café helping them find their next opportunity. Now operating inside The Nest Health Centre, Munch serves fresh, made-from-scratch meals, soups, sandwiches, and specialty coffees daily. If you have not been in yet, make it your next lunch stop. This is a great local business with a strong mission worth supporting.

More info here : Muchinregina.ca

🏈 SPORTS

Riders Are in Saskatoon and the Preseason Clock Is Ticking

The Saskatchewan Roughriders officially opened main training camp in Saskatoon, and the energy around Griffiths Stadium reflected a team eager to build off last season's title run. Head coach Corey Mace described the atmosphere as one of the highlights of the year as veterans and rookies hit the field together. The defending Grey Cup champions are deep into camp now, with roster battles underway at every position as the preseason approaches.

The Riders play their first preseason game Monday, May 18 in Calgary against the Stampeders, then return for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Griffiths Stadium on May 23, the first CFL action in Saskatoon since 1991. The regular season opens June 13 against the B.C. Lions at Mosaic Stadium, with the home opener doubling as the championship celebration. Circle June 13 on your calendar right now if you have not already.

🌸 COMMUNITY

This Week, We Say Thank You to the People Who Support 6,000 Saskatchewanians

May 10 to 16 is Disability Service Professionals Week. The Ministry of Social Services partners with nearly 100 community-based organizations in more than 90 communities to deliver person-centred services tailored to individual needs. Disability service professionals provide essential day-to-day assistance that helps individuals with intellectual disabilities live, work, and more fully participate in their communities, from personal care to skill development and supported employment.

The work these professionals do tends to happen quietly and without the recognition it deserves. If you know someone in this field, this is the week to say thank you out loud. And if you have ever considered this kind of work, the organizations across Regina and Saskatchewan are always looking for caring, committed people to join their teams.

FRIDAY, MAY 15

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Saskatchewan Highland Gathering and Celtic Festival — Day 1 | Victoria Park, Scarth Street entrance | Gates open 8:00 AM, festivities all day | Adults: paid | Youth 12–17 and Seniors 65+: $10 | Under 12: Free Piping and drumming, highland dancing, Scottish heavy athletics, a beer garden, vendors market, and bouncy castles. The Massed Pipes and Drums at 5:00 PM is the must-see moment of the day and the night wraps up with a ceilidh at The Exchange at 7:30 PM. Runs through Victoria Day Monday. Tickets and schedule

🎬 RPL Film Theatre: Piranha 2: The Spawning | Central Library, 2311 12th Avenue | 4:30 PM | Free admission James Cameron's early creature feature. USA, 1982, 94 min, Rated R. A cult classic at a great price. Film Theatre

🎭 Conservatory Musical Theatre Showcase : Final Performance | Darke Hall, 2255 College Avenue | 6:30 PM | $8.40 advance / $10.50 at the door The closing night of the four-day showcase from the University of Regina Conservatory of Performing Arts. Rush seating. Tickets and info

🎸 Augurium + From Beneath + Rivers of Ash + Nox Umbra | The Exchange, 2431 8th Avenue (Clubside) | Doors 7:00 PM | $15 advance / $20 at the door A four-band metal night at The Exchange Clubside featuring Regina's own Augurium alongside touring acts. All-ages and licensed. Tickets

🎭 Globe Theatre: Little Red Warrior and His Lawyer | MacCorquodale Place, 1801 Scarth Street | 7:30 PM | Paid Globe Theatre's spring production continues downtown — comedy, satire, and Indigenous storytelling in one of the final performances of the run. Tickets

🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus : Opening Night | Victoria Square Shopping Centre, 2223 Victoria Avenue | 7:00 PM | Check Victoria Square for ticket details | Runs May 15–18 A full touring circus for the long weekend : aerial acts, jugglers, acrobatics, and the cage-of-death motorbike stunt. A great family outing. benjamincircus.com

🎬 RPL Film Theatre: Marty Supreme | Central Library, 2311 12th Avenue | 7:00 PM | Free admission Josh Safdie's portrait of a young man chasing table tennis greatness. USA, 2025, 150 min, 14A. Film Theatre

🖼️ Dunlop Art Gallery: Kssááhkom Áássksinima'tstohki | Central Library, 2311 12th Avenue | Regular gallery hours | Free Details

🐦 Dunlop Art Gallery: Casey Koyczan — raven; tatsǫ́ | MacKenzie Art Gallery, T.C. Douglas Building, 3475 Albert Street | Regular gallery hours | Free Details

SATURDAY, MAY 16

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Saskatchewan Highland Gathering - Day 2: Main Competition Day | Victoria Park (athletics); Hotel Saskatchewan Regency Ballroom (highland dance) | Athletic events from 9:00 AM | Adults: paid | Youth 12–17 and Seniors 65+: $10 | Under 12: Free The heart of the festival. Scottish heavy athletics from 9:00 AM at Victoria Park, the Queen City Open Championship for highland dance at Hotel Saskatchewan, and a full day of pipe band and solo piping events. The gathering continues through Monday. saskhighland.ca

🛒 Regina Farmers' Market | Pat Fiacco Plaza (City Square), 2190 12th Avenue | 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Free to attend Outdoor markets run every Wednesday and Saturday, 9 AM to 1 PM at Pat Fiacco Plaza from May through mid-October. Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, local honey, and the best Saturday morning energy in the city. A long weekend Farmers' Market visit is a Regina tradition worth keeping. reginafarmersmarket.ca

🦸 ThunderCon 2026 - Comics and Toy Show | Highland Curling Club, 348 Broad Street | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Adults: $5 | Kids 12 and under: Free with paid adult Regina's largest gathering of comic books and toys along with a healthy dose of cards under one roof. A great family event for collectors new and old to come celebrate pop culture. Dig through long boxes, find that missing issue, and introduce the next generation to the hobby. More info

🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus | Victoria Square Shopping Centre, 2223 Victoria Avenue | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM | Check Victoria Square for ticket details Three performances today. A great option for families looking to fill an afternoon or cap off an evening. benjamincircus.com

🎸 Punk Rock Prom with Sadie Hawkinz and Trout | The Exchange, 2431 8th Avenue | Doors 6:30 PM | Paid A punk-themed live music night with Sadie Hawkinz, Endless Retirement, Trout, and a DJ set. Dressing up is encouraged. All-ages and licensed. theexchangelive.ca

🎭 Globe Theatre: Little Red Warrior and His Lawyer | MacCorquodale Place, 1801 Scarth Street | 7:30 PM | Paid One of the final chances to catch this production before Sunday's closing matinee. Tickets

SUNDAY, MAY 17

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Saskatchewan Highland Gathering - Day 3 | Victoria Park | Adults: paid | Youth 12–17 and Seniors 65+: $10 | Under 12: Free The gathering rolls on through Sunday with the full atmosphere of the festival still very much alive. One more day before the Victoria Day Monday finale. saskhighland.ca

🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus | Victoria Square Shopping Centre, 2223 Victoria Avenue | 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM | Check Victoria Square for ticket details Two performances Sunday. The final full day before Monday's closing show. benjamincircus.com

🎭 Globe Theatre: Little Red Warrior and His Lawyer — Final Performance | MacCorquodale Place, 1801 Scarth Street | 2:00 PM | Paid The closing matinee. If you have been putting it off, this is your last chance. Tickets

🎨 Weekly We Make: Visual Storytelling Workshop | MacKenzie Art Gallery, T.C. Douglas Building, 3475 Albert Street | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM | Check for registration details A Sunday afternoon creative workshop at the MacKenzie, inspired by current exhibitions. mackenzie.art

🎨 MacKenzie Art Gallery | T.C. Douglas Building, 3475 Albert Street | 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM | Free admission Multiple exhibitions on view including the Casey Koyczan exhibit. Craft Services café open. mackenzie.art

MONDAY, MAY 18 — VICTORIA DAY

🎭 Cathedral Village Arts Festival - Opening Day | Cathedral Neighbourhood, Regina | All day | Free with donation at the door The Cathedral Village Arts Festival is a celebration of the arts, life, and the spirit of community, running from May 18 to 23, 2026, with all events free to attend. The parade leaves Holy Rosary field at 11:30 AM on Monday, May 18, a beloved community tradition that kicks off a full week of arts programming in the Cathedral neighbourhood. Shows, performances, and events continue through Saturday, May 23. Cathedral Village Arts Festival

🏛️ Government House Summer Kick-off | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Avenue | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | Free — rain or shine A free family-friendly event to celebrate the summer season, featuring a petting zoo, face painting, scavenger hunts, and cookies. A lovely, low-key Victoria Day option for families with younger kids. governmenthousesk.ca

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Saskatchewan Highland Gathering : Final Day | Victoria Park | Adults: paid | Youth 12–17 and Seniors 65+: $10 | Under 12: Free The long weekend closes out with the final day of the gathering. A great reason to get outside on a stat holiday morning. saskhighland.ca

🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus : Final Day | Victoria Square Shopping Centre, 2223 Victoria Avenue | Check Victoria Square for Monday showtimes | Paid Last chance to catch the circus before it packs up and moves on. benjamincircus.com

The May long weekend is here. What's on your agenda?

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Victoria Park for the Highland Games

🎪 The circus at Victoria Square with the family

🛒 Saturday Farmers' Market then something good for brunch

🎭 The CVAF parade on Victoria Day Monday

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Thanks for reading Queen City Digest. The storm will clear, the sun will come out, and the long weekend will deliver.

Get outside, support local, and enjoy every bit of it. Happy Victoria Day, Regina.

Next edition: Wednesday, May 20.

-QCD

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