10+ Free Things To Do In Winnipeg This Weekend May 16-18

Select Shows at Garden City CC carnival

Date:
May 16, 6:00 PM
May 17, 12:00 PM
May 18, 12:00 PM

Closing times will vary depending on weather & crowds

Venue: Garden City CC, 725 Kingsbury Ave

Free admission. Rides and food $$$.

Foodtrip Market Springfest at IKEA
Date: May 17-18, 12 PM – 9 PM
Venue: 500 Sterling Lyon Pkwy.

Free Admission

🌸✨ You’re Invited to Foodtrip Market SpringFest at IKEA! ✨🌸
Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement! 🎉 Join us for Foodtrip Market SpringFest, a day full of blooming joy, delicious food, and local treasures. 🌼

Tyndall Community Market Kickoff
Date: May 17-18, 2 PM – 9 PM
Venue: Tyndale Park community Centre, 2255 King Edward St.

Free Admission

Join us for the kickoff of the Tyndall Community Market on May 17 -18 from 2PM to 9PM at Tyndall Park! Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, free Zumba, games, music, and more—featuring The Food Park. Free admission and great vibes—don’t miss it!

Winnipeg Whiteout 2025 at McPhillips Station Casino

Date: May 17 if necessary, time to be determined

Venue: 484 McPhillips Street, and McPhillips Station Casino

Need a place to watch the game? Casinos of Winnipeg has you covered during the Winnipeg Whiteout 2025! Scan your Club Card during the game and if Winnipeg wins, you will have $10 Free Play added to your card for the next time they play!

Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum

Date: Friday
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith Street
Free Admission

The Winnipeg Police Museum displays many artifacts related to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force, dating from its beginning in 1874.

Manitoba Sports Hall Of Fame

Date: Friday
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Venue: 145 Pacific Ave., #100
Free Admission

Celebrate the history and achievements of sports in the province. It was established in 1980 and has inducted over 500 individuals and teams from various sports, such as hockey, curling, speed skating, basketball, and more. The museum features exhibits, artifacts, photographs, and stories that showcase Manitoba’s sport heritage and culture.

Live Music at into the Music
Date: May 16, 7 PM
Venue: B-245 McDermot Avenue
Free Admission

Forms is a Winnipeg-based technical death metal project dedicated to a precise and clinical sound. Playing with time and embracing technicality without excess, their focus is always to serve the song.

Free Admission to Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Date: Every Sunday
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue: 85 Israel Asper Way
Free Admission

Sundays at the Museum is a great chance to get together and explore the exhibits, browse through the Boutique and more.

Rising Sun Powwow Club
Date: Fridays: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc., 363 McGregor Street

The Rising Sun Powwow Club offers a vibrant and inclusive space for anyone interested in learning and sharing Indigenous cultural practices. It’s a place to explore dancing, drumming, singing, regalia-making, and teachings while connecting with others in the community. This program is open to everyone, regardless of experience, and provides a welcoming environment to celebrate culture.

How to Register:

Email: CulturalYouthHelper@mamawi.com

Call: (204) 925-0300

Free YMCA Youth Access Program Ages 13-17

Date: Every Friday

Venue:
Downtown (301 Vaughn St.) 5 PM to close
Elmwood Kildonan (454 Kimberly Ave.) 7 PM to close
South (5 Fermer Ave.) 7 PM to close
West Portage (3550 Portage Ave.) 7 PM to close

Discover the Free YMCA Youth Access program in Winnipeg, designed for youth ages 13-17 to enjoy safe, inclusive recreational spaces every Friday. Engage in fun activities, connect with peers, and stay active—all with no fees or memberships required. Join this unique community event supported by the City of Winnipeg and United Way.

Movie Night And Games Night At Deer Lodge Community Club
Date: May 16, 6 PM – 9 PM
Venue: 323 Bruce Ave. E.

Featuring Moana 2

Live Music at Modern Coffee
Date: May 16, 7 PM – 9 PM
Venue: 191 Inkster Blvd

An evening of acousting music with singer/songwriters Brad Micholson, David Alpert, and Jakob Finley.

Free to enter, donations welcome.

Modern Coffee is a small intimate venue. come early for seats.

Asian Heritage from a Comedy Show
Date: May 16, 7 PM – 10 PM
Venue: 111 Princes St.

Bringing Back the Laughs : The 4th Annual ALL ASIAN MANITOBAN Comedian Lineup Returns for another night of hilarity and hijinks!!! Hosted by Jié Yang @yangcomedian , featuring local Asian Manitoban comedians, musical comedy duo, The Lady Lumps @theladylumps , and the hilarious HEADLINER: Vōng Shō @vongshow , who hails from Winnipeg, currently lives in Toronto, and is returning to Winnipeg.

HVCC May Long Market

Date:
May 17, 10 AM – 4 PM
May 18, 11 AM – 4 PM

Venue: Heritage Victoria Community Club, 950 Sturgeon Rd.

Get ready for the May Long Market at Heritage Victoria CC!
Join us for two full days of shopping local with 20+ amazing vendors, handmade goods, tasty treats, and more!

Whether you’re into crafts, candles, fashion, or snacks, there’s something for everyone. Come support small businesses and enjoy a fun weekend out!

Movie Night at Champlain Community Centre
Date: May 17, 5 PM – BPM
Venue: 282 Niverville Avenue

Movie TBA

Winnipeg Run Club
Date: Saturdays, 8 AM
Venue: The Forks 1, Forks Market Road

We are a lululemon led community driven run crew. We meet weekly 8am on Saturday mornings at The Forks. Each week we set up 5km & 10km routes with over 20 community run leaders to support you along the way. The intention is everyone feels welcome and safe. It’s a great way to start your weekend, moving with others!

During our warmer months we meet under The Canopy at The Forks

St. Emile YA (18+) Dodgeball 2025
Date: May 17, 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Venue: St. Emile School, 552 St. Anne’s Road

Dodgeball games on various dates, doors open at 6:30pm. No need to sign up, anyone is welcome!

Permaculture Gardening Workshop
Date: May 18, 1 PM – 2:30 PM
Venue: West Broadway Community Organization, 200 Young St.

Weekly Permaculture Workshops and Planting/Work Parties with Traditional Ecological Knowledge Keeper, Audrey Logan. Free and everyone is welcome!

6 to 12 years old

Crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and locations subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information

Magnus Eliasson Recreation Centre
430 Langside St
Sat/Sun, 10 AM – 4 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre
510 King St.
Sat/Sun, 1 PM – 5 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Lord Selkirk school
170 Poplar Ave.
Sat, 11 AM – 3 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Mayfair Recreation Centre
170 Poplar Ave.
Sat/Sun, 11 AM – 6 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Westdale Pool Building
550 Dale Blvd.
Sat/Sun, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Until June 15, 2025

13 to 17 Years Old
Take part in activities, get fit & make new friends!

Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games, and special events. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information.

Magnus Eliasson Recreation Centre
430 Langside St
Sat/Sun, 4 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
999 Sargent Ave.
Sat, 6 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Seven Oaks Middle School
800 Salter St.
Sun, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Isaac Newton School
730 Aberdeen Ave.
Sat/Sun, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Keewatin Prairie Community School
730 Aberdeen Ave.
Sun, 3 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Sergeant Tommy Prince Place
90 Sinclair St.
Sat, 12 PM – 8 PM | Until June 28, 2025
Sun, 1 PM – 5 PM | until June 29, 2025

Tyndall Park School
90 Sinclair St.
Sat/Sun, 1 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Bernie Wolfe school
90 Sinclair St.
Sat, 2 PM – 8 PM | Until June 6, 2025

Ladies Free Until 10 PM @ The Palomino Club

Date: Every Friday
Time: 9 PM
Venue: Palomino Club, 436 Main St

TGIF! It’s Ladies’ Night at the #PalominoClub! They also got Buns of Steel going down tonight. Don’t miss out!

Note: This promotion may end at any time without prior notice.

Live Music at McPhillips Station Casino

May 16-17 2025 @ Loft 180 | 9 PM – 12 AM, Jesse Bandura Duo
May 16-17, 2025 @ Mainstage | 9 PM – 12 AM, Biivvers

Venue: 484 McPhillips St

Live Music at Silver Spike Saloon
Date: Every Friday and Saturday, 9 PM – 1 AM
Venue: 202 Bond St

No cover charge. Food + Drinks $$$

Friday Karaoke at the Airport Motor Inn
Date: Every Friday, 10 PM – 2 AM
Venue: Airport Motor Inn, 1800 Ellice Ave.

No cover charge! Drinks+Food $$$

Karaoke Every Friday at the Airport Motor Inn 10pm. Huge stage, Amazing sound and a massive song selection at www.karaokeanonymous.ca
Kitchen closes at 10 so get there early if you wanna order food. Follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook

Note: This event may end without prior notice.

Kids Eat Free at Hooters 
Date: Sunday and Saturday, all day
Venue: 1501 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg

Kids eat free on the weekends at Hooters! *10 & under off the kids menu with the purchase of a adult entrée of $12 or more

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.

Kids Eat Free at Fionn’s
Date: Every Sunday
Venue: 1180 Grant Ave

KIDS EAT FREE + $7 Caesars all day every Sunday.

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.

Stay healthy and have fun by taking a free (or cheap) swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools this summer.

Schedule Effective March 20 – June 14, 2025

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice*

Taka a free swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools.

• Free Swim: designated time for safe activities for everyone; no admission fees apply;
• Loonie / Toonie Swim: designated time for safe activities for all people that meet admission requirements, admission fee for under 18 years is $ 1.00; admission fee for 18 years and over is $2.00;
• Youth Swim: designated time for safe activities for swimmers 9 – 19 years of age.
• Family Swim: designated time for safe activities for families, adults must be accompanied by children and children must be accompanied by adults;

Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex 999 Sargent Avenue

FREE SWIM Sat 2:30 PM – 6 PM
FREE TEEN SWIM Sat 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM

Kinsmen Sherbrook St.

Free Teen Swim Fri 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Free Swim Sat 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Elmwood Kildonans Pool 909 Concordia Avenue

Free Swim Sat 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Free Teen Swim Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old)

Margaret Grant Pool 381 Sherbrook St

Free Swim Fri 8:30 AM – 9:25 AM
Free Teen Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old)

Sergeant Tommy Prince Place 90 Sinclair St.

Free Swim Sun 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free Youth Swim Sat 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9 – 19 years)

Seven Oaks Pool 444 Adsum Drive

Youth Swim Sat 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

St. James Assiniboia Centennial 644 Parkdale St.

Teen Swim Sat 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

St. James Civic Center 2055 Ness Ave

Free Swim Sun 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Free Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Transcona Kinsmen Centennial 1101 Wabasha Street

Free Teen Swim (9 – 19 years) Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Manitoba Electrical Museum

Date: Tuesday-Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 680 Harrow St
Price: $5.00 per person, children 5 years & under free.

Cineplex Family Favourites
Date: May 10, 11 AM – 1 PM
Venue: At participating Cineplex Theatres
Price: $3.99

Featuring

Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price).

Instructions: Click the button below, choose the movie, then select May 10, 2024 as the date and pick your preferred theatre.