Mennonite Heritage Village

This Month at MHV: November Moments You Won’t Want to Miss!

November 13, 2025
Jaysa Thiessen
 
A new month has rolled along and brings with it, a list of upcoming events at the Mennonite Heritage Village.

 

Low German Night – November 14th
On November 14th, the MHV Auxiliary is presenting a Low German Night! This will be a fun-filled evening of skits, music, and readings in Low German. If you’ve been looking for a chance to sharpen your Low German skills, this is it! A highlight of the evening will be a performance from the group Heischraitje & Willa Honich. It is shaping up to be an evening you don’t want to miss! Tickets are $15 and will be sold at the door.
 
The MHV Auditorium will be filled with the sounds of Christmas on November 27.  One of the groups performing will be the Southeast Community Concert Band.

 

Melodies of Christmas – November 27th
If you have a love for both music and Christmas, “Melodies of Christmas: a Christmas Musical Showcase” is for you! On November 27th from 7pm-9pm you’ll hear the sounds of the Steinbach Mennonite Handbelles, Tenuto Singers, and the Southeast Community Concert Band. This will be an evening jam-packed with Christmas music and festive cheer. To conclude the evening, we’ll be serving Christmas goodies, coffee, and hot apple cider. Tickets are $15 and they can be purchased ahead of time at MHV reception or by phone at 204-326-9661.
 
The MHV annual Coloured Light Display will start on December 6 with a fun day of activities and food from 5-8pm.

 

Light up the Village – December 6th
3… 2… 1… Lights! Looking into December, MHV is excited to host “Light up the Village: Christmas Tree & Village Lighting Ceremony” on December 6th from 5pm-8pm! Join the countdown at 6pm to watch the Village light up with thousands of Christmas lights. Enjoy caroling, Winter in the Village Café, hot dog roasting, paper garland making, and sleigh rides in our picturesque Village. Relive the charm of an old-fashioned Christmas in our historic Pioneer village! Admission is free for this event.
For more information regarding any upcoming events, head to www.mhv.ca or call (204) 326-9661. While our heritage buildings may be closed for the winter, MHV is not closed, and we look forward to welcoming you through our doors this season!
 

Upcoming Events:

 
November 14 – 7:00pm – MHV Auxiliary presents a Low German evening, featuring special music by Heischraitje & Willa Honich.
November 27 – 7:00pm – Melodies of Christmas. Join us for a joyful evening of festive music, featuring Stenbach Mennonite Handbells, Tenuto Singers, Southeast Community Concert Band.
December 6 – 5pm to 8pm – Light Up the Village. Join the countdown to watch the village light up with thousands of Christmas lights. Enjoy caroling, hot dog roasting, sleigh rides, and more in our picturesque Village!
December 29 to 31 – Kids’ Winter Day Camp – A three-day winter break camp for ages 6-11 years old. Join us for crafts, games, and pioneer activities. Contact Jaysa Thiessen for more information ( jaysat@mhv.ca ).