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.
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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
Canada Life Free Days @ WAG
- October 10, 11:00am – 5:00pm
- Winniepg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd
- Take a tour through the galleries. Free Sunday includes Qaumajuq. This month’s Canada Life Free Sunday is all about Fall: Take part in an autumn-themed scavenger hunts and look-and-find activities
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- Click here to register
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
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201 Portage Presents SENSORY: An All-Senses Contemporary Art Experience
- October 8 | 3:00 pm-5:00 pm
- 430 Main Street
- Discover the beauty of art through live art performances and music!
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Ladies Night @ The Palomino Club
- October 8 | 8:00 pm
- 436 Main St
- Every Friday, the ladies Get in free before 10 PM. TGIF! It’s Ladies’ Night at the #PalominoClub! They’ve also got Buns of Steel going down tonight. Don’t miss out!
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Bannock Babes x ArtsJunktion
- October 8 | 8:30 pm-10:30 pm
- 312 William Ave
- The Bannock Babes, a collective of #indigidrag mostly out of Treaty One territory (Winnipeg), will be performing live at ArtsJunktion on their loading dock!
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Nights of Intrigue: A Rope Performance by Knotyourpeach
- October 9 @ 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.
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ArtWalk: Downtown
- October 9 | 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Starts at the fountain behind Manitoba Legislative Building, 450 Broadway
- Join us for a walking tour featuring some of the public artworks that share our stories and explore our communities!
- More Info
- Click here to register
Blooming Together Community Creation
- October 9 | 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
- Studio Central – 2nd floor Portage Place Shopping Centre 393 Portage Avenue
- Join Artbeat Studio to make a suncatcher in the shape of a flower petal, decorating it however you wish. These petals will be combined and displayed in the windows in Central Winnipeg during Culture Days.
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Deer Spirit Garden Teachings with Audrey Logan
- October 9 | 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
- Dehydration Nations, 545 Broadway
- Join us in our new community garden space to learn about Indigenous gardening methods through oral teachings and participation.
- More Info
- Click here to register
Museum Music Minutes
- October 9 | 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
- Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street
- Musical experts in their field will do a 20 minute show and tell on a favourite subject. Zachary Rushing from Jazz Winnipeg will show some of his vintage sheet music and talk about popular American music from the 1920s-1950s
- More Info
- Click here to register
Nights of Intrigue: A Rope Performance by Knotyourpeach
- October 9 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Bevvy Teyems, 224 Notre Dame Avenue
- sit down and watch the intrigue of an in-person rope performance. Rope Suspension – Bondage – Shibari are some of the terms you may know it by.
- More Info
- Click here to register
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
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Scaling to 6-Figures On Purpose – Free Branding Workshop
- October 8 | 2:30 pm-1:30 pm
- @ Online
- Live Training + Workshop To Double Your Conversions & Scale Your Business Past 6-Figures With Branding
- More Info
- Click here to register
FREE Winnipeg Online Speed Dating
- October 8 | 7:30 pm-8:30 pm
- Online
- FREE Winnipeg Online Speed Dating
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Holly Davidson Band Live at The Osborne Taphouse!
- October 8 | 9:00 pm-1:00 am
- 112 Osborne St
- No cover charge! Drink specials, awesome food, great people and live music…what more can you ask for!? Only at The Osborne Taphouse, in the heart of Osborne Village
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2021 E-commerce Masterclass: How To Build An Online Business — Winnipeg
- October 9 | 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
- Online
- Learn The Top E-Commerce Secrets To Effectively Launching, Optimizing and Monetizing Your Own Online Store and Taking It To The Next Level
- More Info
- Click here to register
#AlmostFree Khartum Shriners 2021 Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’ for Kids
- October 9 | 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
- Khartum Shrine Centre, 1155 Wilkes Ave.
- “Trunk or Treat’ .. .a Trick or Treat Drive-Thru Halloween event for the kids in the Khartum Shrine Centre parking lot.
- $2 per child
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The Nooners Live at The Osborne Taphouse!
- October 9 | 9:00 pm-1:00 am
- The Osborne Taphouse, 112 Osborne St
- No cover charge. Live music is BACK! Join us every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the hottest new bar on The Osborne Strip for free live bands.
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Near Winnipeg
Nimowin Trail Guided Hikes
- October 9 | 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.
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- Click here to register
Prairie Winds Trail Guided Hikes
- October 10 | 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.
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Free Swim
Effective October 1 – December 16, 2021
Booking required, click here, search “free swim”, “teen swim”, “youth swim” for your search terms.
Elmwood Kildonans, 909 Concordia Avenue
Saturdays, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Free Youth Swim & Waterslide (7 yrs – 17 yrs) | Fridays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex, 999 Sargent Avenue
Saturdays, 2:30 pm-5:30 pm
Free Teen Swim | Saturdays, 6:30 pm-9:45 pm
Bonivital, 1215 Archibald St
Teen Swim | Saturdays, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Free Swim Shallow & Deep Pools | Thursdays, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Free Public Skating
Booking required, click here and use “public skate” for your search term.
River East, 1410 Rothesay St.
Friday, 5:45–6:45 pm | Oct 1–Dec 17
Terry Sawchuck, 901 Kimberly St.
Saturday, 11:45 am–12:45 pm | Sept 25–Dec 18
Charlie Gardiner, 799 Logan Ave.
Saturday, 12:30–1:30 pm | Oct 2–Dec 18
Bertrand, 294 Bertrand St.
Saturday, 2–3 pm | Oct 2–Dec 18
Transcona East End CC, 517 Pandora Ave. E
Saturday, 6:30–7:30 pm | Sept 25–Dec 18
Sunday, 1:30–2:30 pm | Sept 26–Dec 19
Sargent Park, 1111 Wall St.
Sunday, Noon–1 pm | Oct 3–Dec 19
St. Vital Centennial, 580 St. Anne’s Rd.
Sunday, 12:30–1:30 pm | Sept 26–Dec 19
Eric Coy, 535 Oakdale Dr.
Sunday, 2:15–3:15 pm | Sept 26–Dec 19
Sam Southern, 625 Osborne St.
Sunday, 3–4 pm | Sept 12–Dec 19
Billy Mosienko, 709 Keewatin St.
Sunday, 4–5 pm | Sept 19–Dec 19
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!
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
Dodgeball in the Park at Assiniboine Park
Come on Saturday, July 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Assiniboine Park Site #1. Hosted by Dodgeball Manitoba and Dodgeball Winnipeg, this free event is perfect for all ages and skill levels. Enjoy friendly competition, music, refreshments, and a day full of laughter and exercise. Don't miss out! More Info 👇