10+ Free Winnipeg Weekend Events August 7-9

Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM.

FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

Movies in the Park at Assiniboine Park
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026 | 6:30 PM & 8:45 PM
Venue: Lyric Theatre, Assiniboine Park, 55 Pavilion Crescent, Winnipeg

Enjoy a free outdoor movie night under the stars at Assiniboine Park’s Lyric Lawn. This double-feature evening kicks off with Zootopia at 6:30 PM followed by Wicked: For Good at 8:45 PM. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and settle in for a relaxing summer night with family-friendly entertainment.

First Fridays in the Exchange District
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Exchange District, Winnipeg

Explore Winnipeg’s vibrant arts and culture scene as galleries, studios, museums, and local businesses open their doors for an evening of creativity, live music, exhibitions, and community. Enjoy free activities while discovering one of the city's most historic neighbourhoods.

Winkler Harvest Festival
Date: Friday, August 7 – Sunday, August 9, 2026
Venue: Winkler Fairgrounds, 1045 Grandeur Avenue, Winkler, Manitoba

Enjoy one of Southern Manitoba’s biggest summer celebrations with free gate admission all weekend. Experience live entertainment, the Harvest Festival Parade, Kids' Zone, free swimming, fireworks, community events, and the Wonder Shows Midway (rides and games available for purchase).

Monarch Butterfly Festival & 50th Anniversary Celebration
Date: Saturday, August 8 – Sunday, August 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Living Prairie Museum, 2795 Ness Avenue, Winnipeg

Celebrate the Living Prairie Museum's 50th anniversary during this free family-friendly festival featuring live butterfly displays, guided prairie walks, milkweed giveaways, crafts, educational exhibits, and hands-on activities for all ages.

DOWNTOWN

Free Skateboard Lessons at The Forks
Date: Tuesday – Saturday (July 1 – August 29, 2026) | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: The Plaza at The Forks Skatepark, Winnipeg

Learn to skateboard for free this summer at The Forks. Drop-in lessons are open to all ages, with skateboards, helmets, and safety equipment provided. It's a fun and easy way to learn new skills while enjoying one of Winnipeg's most popular destinations.

First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg

Enjoy free admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery during First Fridays. Explore fascinating exhibits, interactive displays, and planetarium presentations for an evening of family-friendly discovery.

ArtWalk: First Friday Exchange District
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Venue: Waterfront Drive, Exchange District, Winnipeg

Join a guided walking tour showcasing public art throughout the historic Exchange District. Learn about the artists, architecture, and stories behind Winnipeg's vibrant public spaces. Registration is required.

ArtWalk: Public Art in Parks
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Venue: Odeon / Kevin Walters Park (ending at Central Park), Winnipeg

Explore downtown parks on a guided walking tour highlighting public art, history, and cultural stories. This accessible tour showcases significant installations while encouraging participants to experience Winnipeg's urban green spaces. Registration is required.

Dalnavert Days
Date: Saturday, August 8 – Sunday, August 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Dalnavert Museum, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg

Celebrate Dalnavert Museum's anniversary during this free community festival featuring a local maker market, live music, heritage activities, guided experiences, and family-friendly entertainment in a historic setting.

Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: #100 – 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg

Celebrate Manitoba's sporting heritage through exhibits, memorabilia, photographs, and stories featuring hundreds of outstanding athletes, builders, and championship teams. Admission is free.

Winnipeg Police Museum
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith Street, Winnipeg

Explore more than 150 years of Winnipeg policing history through exhibits featuring historic uniforms, equipment, photographs, forensic displays, and unique artifacts. Admission is free.

MORE FREE EVENTS

Exchange Summer Fitness – Yoga
Date: Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday (June 16 – September 4, 2026)
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Old Market Square, 63 Albert Street, Winnipeg

Enjoy a free outdoor yoga class in the heart of the Exchange District. Open to all experience levels, these lunchtime sessions are a great way to stay active while enjoying the summer outdoors. Bring a yoga mat or towel and water.

Manitoba Harness Racing at The LOOP
Date: Every Saturday (July – October 3, 2026)
Time: 1:00 PM
Venue: The LOOP at Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg

Experience exciting live Standardbred horse racing in a family-friendly outdoor setting. Admission and parking are free, with concessions and outdoor seating available throughout the racing season.

Saturdays on Sargent
Date: Every Saturday (July – September 26, 2026)
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Multiple Locations on Sargent Avenue, Winnipeg

Celebrate community every Saturday with live music, cultural performances, family activities, local vendors, games, and delicious food along Sargent Avenue. Admission is free.

Corydon Concert Series
Date: Every Friday & Saturday (June 26 – August 29, 2026)
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Various intersections along Corydon Avenue, Winnipeg

Enjoy free live music every weekend in Winnipeg's Little Italy as local musicians perform along Corydon Avenue in a lively outdoor atmosphere.

Open Corydon – Little Italy
Date: Every Sunday (July 5 – September 6, 2026)
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Corydon Avenue between Lilac Street and Daly Street, Winnipeg

Experience Winnipeg's Little Italy as Corydon Avenue transforms into a pedestrian-friendly destination featuring expanded patios, shopping, local businesses, public art, and free live entertainment throughout the day.

Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Date: Select Sundays (July 5 – August 30, 2026)
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, Assiniboine Park, 55 Pavilion Crescent, Winnipeg

Relax with free live jazz performances in one of Winnipeg's most beautiful outdoor settings. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy local musicians surrounded by gardens, sculptures, and peaceful scenery.

WCC Sunday Night Car Show
Date: Every Sunday (Summer Season)
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Fionn MacCool's Grant Park, 1180 Grant Avenue, Winnipeg

Browse classic cars, muscle cars, imports, trucks, Jeeps, and custom builds while meeting fellow automotive enthusiasts at this free weekly community gathering.

FREE SWIM

Bonivital Pool – 1215 Archibald St.
Free Swim: June 10 – July 4, 2026
Fri: 8 – 9:30 p.m. (Youth swim)
Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex – 999 Sargent Ave.
Free Swim: June 10 – September 7, 2026
Sat: 2:30 – 6 p.m.
Sat: 6:30 – 9:45 p.m. (Youth swim)
Elmwood Kildonans – 909 Concordia Ave.
Free Swim: June 10 – September 7, 2026
Fri: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sat: 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Kinsmen Sherbrook – 381 Sherbrook St.
Free Swim: June 10 – July 4, 2026
Fri: 2 – 5 p.m.
Sat: 3 – 5 p.m.
Margaret Grant – 685 Dalhousie Dr.
Free Swim: June 10 – July 4, 2026
Fri: 8:30 – 9:25 a.m.
Fri: 7:30 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sergeant Tommy Prince Place – 90 Sinclair St.
Free Swim: June 10 – September 7, 2026
Sat: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sun: 4 – 5 p.m.
Seven Oaks Pool – 444 Adsum Dr.
Free Swim: June 14 – September 7, 2026
Fri: 4 – 6 p.m. (Indoor splash pad and Kiddie pool only)
St. James Assiniboia Centennial – 644 Parkdale St.
Free Swim: June 28 – September 7, 2026
Sat: 2:45 – 5 p.m. (Youth swim)
Transcona Kinsmen Centennial Pool – 1101 Wabasha St.
Free Swim: April 5 – June 13, 2026
Fri: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)

ADULTS 18+ ONLY

Night Train – Live at McPhillips Station Casino
Date: August 7 & 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Venue: Mainstage, McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg
Price: Free entry (venue purchases optional, 18+)

Enjoy an evening of live music by Night Train on the Mainstage. This free 18+ performance is part of McPhillips Station Casino’s weekend entertainment lineup.

Blood & Ash – Live at McPhillips Station Casino
Date: August 7 & 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Venue: Loft 180, McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg
Price: Free entry (venue purchases optional, 18+)

Enjoy a live performance by Blood & Ash in the relaxed atmosphere of Loft 180. This free 18+ event offers a great way to spend a summer evening with live entertainment.

Live Music Weekends – Silver Spike Saloon
Date: Fridays & Saturdays
Time: 9:00 PM
Venue: Silver Spike Saloon, 202 Bond Street, Winnipeg
Price: Free entry (venue purchases optional, 18+)

Enjoy live music featuring local bands across rock, country, and blues genres in a lively weekend atmosphere. This recurring event is a popular nightlife option in the city.

KIDS EAT FOR FREE

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

Kids eat free on weekends at Hooters! Children 10 and under can enjoy a free meal from the kids’ menu with the purchase of an adult entrée priced at $12 or more.

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

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

Enjoy a family-friendly Sunday at Fionn’s where kids eat free all day, and adults can sip on $7 Caesars. A great way to wrap up the weekend with good food and savings.

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

NEAR WINNIPEG

Wonder Shows Midway at Winkler Harvest Festival
Date: Friday, August 7 – Sunday, August 9, 2026
Time: Friday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Venue: Winkler Fairgrounds, 1045 Grandeur Avenue, Winkler, Manitoba

Experience classic carnival fun at the Wonder Shows Midway during the Winkler Harvest Festival. Admission to the fairgrounds is free, allowing visitors to stroll the midway, enjoy carnival food, and soak up the festive atmosphere. Ride wristbands and game tickets are available for purchase.

Arborg Street Festival
Date: Friday, August 7 – Saturday, August 8, 2026
Venue: Downtown Arborg, Manitoba

Celebrate community spirit during the Arborg Street Festival with a weekend of free family-friendly activities, including a parade, live entertainment, vendors, children's activities, fireworks, and more. It's a fun summer getaway for visitors of all ages.

The Selkirk Concert Series
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Selkirk Waterfront, Superior Avenue, Selkirk, Manitoba

Enjoy a free outdoor concert along the Red River featuring live music in a scenic waterfront setting. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and spend the evening listening to great music while enjoying local food vendors and the relaxed community atmosphere.

3 & 83 Cruisers Show & Shine
Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Central Park, Melita, Manitoba

Browse an impressive collection of classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, tractors, and specialty vehicles during this community Show & Shine. Enjoy live music, prize draws, food vendors, and a welcoming atmosphere for automotive enthusiasts and families alike.

Manitoba Electrical Museum
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Manitoba Electrical Museum & Education Centre, 680 Harrow Street, Winnipeg

Explore Manitoba's electrical history through interactive exhibits, historic artifacts, and hands-on displays that showcase how electricity has shaped everyday life. Visitors of all ages can discover vintage appliances, power equipment, and the evolution of electrical technology.