Current public health restrictions apply. Most indoor events and activities require proof of full vaccination and require pre-registration, please read full details by clicking more info.
The date, time, and location may change without prior notification due to the ever-changing situation of the healthcare environment.
The weekend list is posted Every Tuesday!
Featured Events
Culture Days
- September 24 – October 24
- Multiple locations
- Lose yourself in a labyrinth of hundreds of in-person and virtual concerts, live shows, exhibits, demonstrations, workshops and more – every option is free.
- More Info
Nuit Blanche 2021
- September 24 – October 24
- Multiple locations
- NUIT BLANCHE WINNIPEG is a free 1 month exploration and celebration of contemporary art. Because of public health restrictions, for 2021, Nuit Blanche Winnipeg will feature projects that run throughout the Culture Days Manitoba month: September 24 – October 24.
- More Info
Nuit Blanche Pocket Guide and Map
Free Admission To MB Museum for National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
- September 25 | 6:00 pm – Midnight
- @ Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Av
- The Manitoba Museum will be providing free admission from Sept. 30 to Oct. 3 to build awareness of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day.
- Registration Required
Downtown
“Light in the Shadows”
- September 24 – October 24
- @ Freshcut Downtown Florist, 190 Smith Street
- A series of large acrylic paintings and mixed media drawings that explore shadows by Penny Kovacs
- More Info
See Hear Speak Inflatable by Paul Robles in Old Market Square
- September 25 – October 3 | 7:30 pm-8:30 pm
- Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street
- Run, walk, ride, or roll through the Exchange where inflatables created by local artist Paul Robles will light up Old Market Square. The curved forms will lead you through a snake-like path and make you wonder, why are monkeys building pyramids in the Exchange?.
- More Info
Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum
- September 30 | 10:00 am-3:00 pm
- @ 245 Smith Street
- The Winnipeg Police Museum displays many artifacts related to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force, dating from its beginning in 1874
- More Info
Healing Walk – Orange Shirt Day
- September 30 | 11:00 am-12:30 pm
- @ Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- Join a Healing Walk in honour of Indian Residential Schools, Day Schools, and the Sixties Scoop Survivors and our families.
- More Info
First Fridays in the Exchange
- September 30 | 11:00 am-12:30 pm
- @ The Exchange District
- Visit art galleries and take part in opening receptions for free. It’s full-on creativity where Galleries, artists, shops & restaurants welcome your visit on the 1st Friday of each month.
- More Info
Ludum Dare 49 Live Jam at New Media Manitoba
- October 1 @ 6:00 pm – October 3 @ 8:00 pm
- @ New Media Manitoba, 100-62 Albert St
- Visit art galleries and take part in opening receptions for free. It’s full-on creativity where Galleries, artists, shops & restaurants welcome your visit on the 1st Friday of each month.
- More Info
RIOT Cycle at Night – The Forks Edition
- October 1 @ 7:00 pm-10:30 pm
- @ The Forks, 1 Forks Market Rd
- RIOT Cycle is taking 22 bikes to the top of the Forks parkade for three outdoor rides.
- More Info
Project Jazz
- October 1-2 @ 8:00 pm-11:00 pm
- @ In and around Old Market Square
- A public art installation project featuring three projected tableaux brought to life by the innovative and creative energy of jazz.
- More Info
Nights of Intrigue: A Rope Performance by Knotyourpeach
- October 2 @ 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
- @ Bevvy Teyems | 224 Notre Dame Avenue
- 18+
- This will be a pre-registered event in which you can sit down and watch the intrigue of an in-person rope performance.
- More Info
Elsewhere
Winnipeg International Writers Festival- Thin air
- September 20 – October 18
- @ Multiple Locations & Online
- Winnipeg’s annual literary festival with readings, school shows, and book signings for readers of all ages!
- Free and Paid Events
- More Info
CF Polo Park Job Fair
- September 30 | 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
- @ 1485 Portage Ave
- Calling all job seekers…retailers are looking for candidates like you!
- More Info
Orange Shirt Day Pow Wow
- September 30 | 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
- St. John’s Park
- Wa-Say Healing Centre Inc. will be hosting a Pow Wow to recognize Orange Shirt Day and to Honour the 60’s Scoop, Indian Residential School, Indian Day School Survivors & MMIW
- More Info
City of Winnipeg Compost Giveaway
- October 1-3 | 9:00 am-5:00 pm
- @ Multiple Locations
- To promote food source sustainability and thank the citizens of Winnipeg, we are giving away free compost from our leaf and yard waste collection program!
- More Info
Free Admission To Manitoba Electrical Museum
- September 30 | 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
- @ Manitoba Electrical Museum | 680 Harrow St
- The Manitoba Electrical Museum follows the history of Manitoba’s electricity through six themes from the 1870s to the present and looks into the future.
- More Info
The Creator – Art Exhibit and Contest
- October 2-23
- @ Zueike, 45 Trottier Bay
- Zueike will be partnering with U of M Fine Arts and showcasing student artwork at their storefront location
- More Info
#AlmostFree Manitoba’s Witches & Wizards Trade Show
- October 2-3 | 10:00 am-6:00 pm
- @ Red River Exhibition Grounds
- $2 Admission
- Come on out and enjoy a weekend full of spooks and shops full of Halloween fun!
- More Info
Deer Spirit Garden Teachings with Audrey Logan
- October 2 | 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
- @ The Wilson House / Klinic, 545 Broadway
- Learn about Indigenous gardening methods through oral teachings and participation.
- More Info
Near Winnipeg
Prairie Winds Trail Guided Hikes
- September 30 | 10:30 am-11:30 am
- @ Birds Hill Park
- Experience the park’s unique mosaic of prairie, forest and wetland landscapes all on this 1.5 km hike with a Park Interpreter.
- More Info
Kudlowich Homestead Guided Tours
- September 30 | 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
- @ Birds Hill Park
- Park Interpreters will be on-site sharing stories of the families that lived here before.
- More Info
Prairie Winds Trail Guided Hikes
- October 3 | 10:30 am-11:30 am
- @ Birds Hill Park
- Experience the park’s unique mosaic of prairie, forest and wetland landscapes all on this 1.5 km hike with a Park Interpreter.
- More Info
Upcoming Events
Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square 2024
Don't miss the epic 12-day Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square (July 17-28, 2024) in Winnipeg's Exchange District! Free outdoor entertainment includes live music, street performers, food trucks, and artisan vendors. Catch lunchtime concerts or dance to bands from 8 pm to midnight. Public washrooms, ATMs, and a beer tent are available for your convenience. While entry is free, consider tipping the performers!
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival
Watch classic films, cult classics, and Hollywood hits on a 11-meter tall screen in the waters of Lake Winnipeg at the RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival. These free, public screenings are a great way to enjoy a summer night in Manitoba.
Family Theme Days at Prairie Living Museum
Enjoy free educational events for families with children aged 5-12 at Prairie Living Museum. Explore the wonders of the prairie through interactive presentations and activities. Held on Thursdays in August from 10am to 11:30am.
Winnipeg,R3J 3S4CA
Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days 2024
Celebrate summer at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days! This lakeside extravaganza takes place July 26th-28th, 2024, offering thrilling rides, a vibrant craft market, delicious food, a lively parade, and dazzling fireworks. Don't miss the live music and stunning beachfront location! Located at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk in Manitoba, Canada. Experience unforgettable fun for all ages!
2024 Manitoba Sunflower Festival
Don't miss the Manitoba Sunflower Festival! Immerse yourself in stunning sunflower fields, enjoy live music like Jukebox Heroes and Hip Hop Night featuring Tirrel Thomas, indulge in delicious food trucks, and take part in family-fun activities. The festival takes place July 26-28 at 227 10 Ave NW, Altona Centennial Park, Altona, Manitoba.
Altona,ManitobaR0G0B0Canada
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2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series
Enjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night this summer at the 2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series! Local bands take the stage from 7pm to 10pm along Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg. Discover diverse genres, community vibes, and talented performers. Bring your lawn chair and experience a harmonious summer tradition. (June 21 - August 31, 2024)
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
Transcona Biz Movie Nights
Enjoy FREE outdoor movies all summer long at Transcona Biz Movie Nights at the Square! Bring your lawn chair and family for a magical night under the stars with a fantastic lineup of movies. From Trolls to Ghostbusters, there's something for everyone. Every Friday and Thursday evening starting July 26th at dusk. Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave W, Winnipeg. Don't miss out on the fun!
Winnipeg,Manitoba
Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park
Escape to a serene musical oasis at the Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park! Enjoy free concerts by talented local artists every Saturday from July 6 to August 31, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Immerse yourself in a world of music and nature at the Performance Garden within The Leaf's outdoor greenery. Unwind and discover your new favorite artist amidst the vibrant blooms and calming atmosphere.
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration
Experience Anishinaabe culture at the 3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration on July 27-28, 2024, from 11 AM to 10 PM and 1 PM to 5 PM, respectively, at Naawi-Oodena, Winnipeg. Enjoy a Pow Wow, talent show, vendors market, kids' activities, and fireworks. Immerse yourself in Indigenous traditions and celebrate with the Treaty One Nations.
Upcoming Events
Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square 2024
Don't miss the epic 12-day Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square (July 17-28, 2024) in Winnipeg's Exchange District! Free outdoor entertainment includes live music, street performers, food trucks, and artisan vendors. Catch lunchtime concerts or dance to bands from 8 pm to midnight. Public washrooms, ATMs, and a beer tent are available for your convenience. While entry is free, consider tipping the performers!
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival
Watch classic films, cult classics, and Hollywood hits on a 11-meter tall screen in the waters of Lake Winnipeg at the RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival. These free, public screenings are a great way to enjoy a summer night in Manitoba.
Family Theme Days at Prairie Living Museum
Enjoy free educational events for families with children aged 5-12 at Prairie Living Museum. Explore the wonders of the prairie through interactive presentations and activities. Held on Thursdays in August from 10am to 11:30am.
Winnipeg,R3J 3S4CA
Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days 2024
Celebrate summer at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days! This lakeside extravaganza takes place July 26th-28th, 2024, offering thrilling rides, a vibrant craft market, delicious food, a lively parade, and dazzling fireworks. Don't miss the live music and stunning beachfront location! Located at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk in Manitoba, Canada. Experience unforgettable fun for all ages!
2024 Manitoba Sunflower Festival
Don't miss the Manitoba Sunflower Festival! Immerse yourself in stunning sunflower fields, enjoy live music like Jukebox Heroes and Hip Hop Night featuring Tirrel Thomas, indulge in delicious food trucks, and take part in family-fun activities. The festival takes place July 26-28 at 227 10 Ave NW, Altona Centennial Park, Altona, Manitoba.
Altona,ManitobaR0G0B0Canada
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2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series
Enjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night this summer at the 2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series! Local bands take the stage from 7pm to 10pm along Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg. Discover diverse genres, community vibes, and talented performers. Bring your lawn chair and experience a harmonious summer tradition. (June 21 - August 31, 2024)
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
Transcona Biz Movie Nights
Enjoy FREE outdoor movies all summer long at Transcona Biz Movie Nights at the Square! Bring your lawn chair and family for a magical night under the stars with a fantastic lineup of movies. From Trolls to Ghostbusters, there's something for everyone. Every Friday and Thursday evening starting July 26th at dusk. Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave W, Winnipeg. Don't miss out on the fun!
Winnipeg,Manitoba
Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park
Escape to a serene musical oasis at the Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park! Enjoy free concerts by talented local artists every Saturday from July 6 to August 31, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Immerse yourself in a world of music and nature at the Performance Garden within The Leaf's outdoor greenery. Unwind and discover your new favorite artist amidst the vibrant blooms and calming atmosphere.
Winnipeg,ManitobaCanada
3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration
Experience Anishinaabe culture at the 3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration on July 27-28, 2024, from 11 AM to 10 PM and 1 PM to 5 PM, respectively, at Naawi-Oodena, Winnipeg. Enjoy a Pow Wow, talent show, vendors market, kids' activities, and fireworks. Immerse yourself in Indigenous traditions and celebrate with the Treaty One Nations.
