Signature Events
Bisons Block Party
Doors open at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026
More details to come!
Bisons Block Party Activities
Find the UM faculty fun on the concourse!
UM School of Art - Craft table for creative fun!
Desautels Faculty of Music - Try a new instrument and make some noise!
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management Grad Studies - Interactive games to test grip strength, jump height and other fun activities
UM Heart Garden - Orange hearts available for people to fill out in support of the Heart Garden at UM.
UM Extended Education - Enjoy a game of cornhole!
UM Libraries/Archives - Historical photos and insights into UM's history.
Price Faculty of Engineering - UMUAS (Drone Team) and UMRT (Robotics Team) showcasing drones and robots.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources - Handing out stickers.
IDEA START - Fast-paced (30–60 seconds) board game themed around innovation, like “Snakes and Ladders”, showcasing Innovation Hubs and I-VIC community outreach.
St. John's College - Games for adults and children, alumni nostalgia activities, plus enter to win SJC gear!
UM Student Recruitment - Apply before December 1 and have the chance to win a $5000 tuition prize!
Visit the following UM faculties on the concourse!
Learn more about:
UM Faculty of Social Work
Asper School of Business
UM College of Nursing
Faculty of Arts
Indigenous Engagement & Communications
Indigenous Student Centre
Indigenous Leadership Programming
Indigenous Birding Club
Indigenous Student Recruitment
Campus tours and scavenger hunt
Details to come!
Meet outside Gate 1 at Princess Auto Stadium for campus tours and the scavenger hunt!
This interactive and informative outdoor campus walking tour takes approximately 60 minutes and covers a large section of the Fort Garry campus. Remember comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate attire, and a water bottle!
Anytime | On Demand
Immerse yourself and return to campus – from anywhere in the world! Take a 360-degree campus tour or visit this unique Historic Lost Spaces guided tour.
Free parking!
U lot
Chancellor Matheson Rd.
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V6 Canada
UM alumni merchandise
Bisons Merch Pop-up!
Show your Bisons pride and gear up for this season by visiting the Merch Pop-up at the Bisons Block Party for apparel featuring the new Bisons logo, along with limited edition pieces from the Mondetta x UM collaboration.
Mondetta x UM
History made. Legacy worn. 🦬 Mondetta x UM. This exclusive collab brings together iconic retro style and Bison pride. Ethically made. Limited Drop. Maximum statement. Own your piece before it’s gone!
Contact us
Alumni Relations
Unit 100-137 Innovation Drive
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 6B6 Canada