10+ Free Things To Do In Winnipeg This Weekend September 13-15
Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM.
FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Winnipeg Chinatown Night Market
Date: September 14-15, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: James St., between Princess and King
Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend
Date: September 14 – September 15
Venue: Citywide
Declutter your home and find free furniture, appliances, books, and more at the Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend! September 14-15, 2024 at curbsides across Winnipeg. Reduce waste and discover hidden gems!
Cineplex Community Day 2024
Date: September 14, 9 AM – 11 AM
Venue: At Participating Cineplex Locations
Join Cineplex Community Day on September 14, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at participating Cineplex Theatres, The Rec Room, and Playdium locations. Enjoy free family-friendly movies, gaming, and discounted concessions while supporting BGC Canada. This annual event offers a fun-filled morning for all ages.
DOWNTOWN
Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum
Date: Open Tuesday to 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: Open Tuesday to 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.
BPM x WAG-Qaumajuq
Date: September 13, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, 300 Memorial Boulevard
BPM X WAG-Qaumajuq is returning on September 13 to celebrate Black music makers in Manitoba! Meet us in the Gallery for live music from hip hop artist YBK Shakur, pop/soul/jazz singer/songwriter Rayel, and DJ Riski. Plus we’ll have some delicious Jamaican patties courtesy of Pretty Baked for the mixer!
Second Saturdays at Dalnavert Museum
Date: September 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Venue: Dalnavert Museum, 61 Carlton Street
Explore Winnipeg’s history with fun, free activities for families at Second Saturdays at Dalnavert Museum! Every second Saturday (starting April 13th, 12-4 pm), enjoy Victorian games, self-guided tours, and crafts. Dalnavert Museum.
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.
We Are All Treaty People Celebration at The Forks
Date: September 15 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Venue: The Forks, 1 Forks Market Road
Free Admission
Join the We Are All Treaty People celebration on Sunday, September 15th at The Forks Centre Field in Winnipeg. Enjoy live performances, cultural activities, and free food. Learn about the history and significance of Treaties in Manitoba. This event is open to all.
AROUND WINNIPEG
Doors Open Dakota at Dakota Community Centre
Date: September 9-13, Open to Close
Venue: 1188 Dakota St
Discover Doors Open Dakota, September 9-13, 2024, at Dakota Community Centre, Winnipeg. Enjoy free access to fitness classes, pickleball, hockey, and more. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts and families.
Taylor Swift Dance Party At Garden City Shopping Centre
Date: September 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue: Garden City Shopping Centre 2305 McPhillips Street
Minitoba Tabletop Games Market and Festival 2024
Date: September 14 @ 10:00 am – 7:30 pm
Venue: Archwood Community Centre, 565 Guilbault St.
Minitoba Market: A tabletop gaming extravaganza is coming to Winnipeg! Join us on Saturday, September 14th, from 10 AM to 7:30 PM at the Archwood Community Centre, 1 Evans Rue. Discover local game designers, shop for unique gaming merchandise, and enjoy open gaming with fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss this free event!
ManitobaEV Fest
Date: September 14 @10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: IKEA Winnipeg, 500 Sterling Lyon Parkway
Join us in the IKEA parking lot which fronts onto Sterling Lyon Parkway. There, we’ll have plenty of room to display many outstanding plugin vehicles (cars, trucks, SUVs, bikes, scooters, and more). Owners are welcome to bring their plug-in vehicles to show off and share with other enthusiasts and anyone curious about EVs. Everyone is welcome to come and check out what’s on display, open to the public and free to attend!
FREE Sandwiches – Press’d Kildonan – GRAND OPENING
Date: September 14, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Venue: Unit 470, 1615 Regent Avenue West
Press’d invites the Winnipeg community to join the celebrations and enjoy a day full of exciting offers and delicious food.
FREE regular sandwiches from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Yes, you read that right—FREE! Come early and snag a classic or try something new, on us.
$2.99 regular sandwiches after 12:00 PM.
E-Waste Dropoff at Kildonan Place & Grant Park
Date: September 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Venue:
Kildonan Place, 1555 Regent Ave W
Grant Park Shopping Centre, 1120 Grant Avenue
Join a free e-waste drop-off event on Saturday, September 14th from 12-4pm at Kildonan Place (West lot along Stapon Rd) and Grant Park (Front parking lot near Shoppers Drug Mart) Shopping Centres. Safely dispose of your unwanted electronics and help the environment. All data will be securely destroyed.
Tyndall Community Market featuring THE FOOD PARK
Date: September 14-15, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Tyndall Park Community Centre, 2255 King Edward Street
– Youth + Local Vendors
– Food Trucks
– Food Stalls
– Free Zumba
– Local Artists
– Family Games
– Live Spray Paint Art
– Prizes & Giveaways!
Dakota Community Family Fun Days
Date: September 13 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Venue: Dakota Community Centre 1188 Dakota Street
Join the Dakota Community Family Fun Days on September 13-14, 2024, at the Dakota Community Centre in Winnipeg. Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, delicious food, live entertainment, and a fireworks show. This free event is perfect for all ages. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled weekend!
Movie Night in Westmont Park
Date: September 14, 8 PM
Venue: Westmont Park, Near Monterey Board Office Louis Riel School Division, 15 Monterey Rd.
The WPRA is proud to announce…
MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK! Featuring Turning Red
Come help us send off the summer with a fun filled night. We will be showing Turning Red at 8:00 pm. Bring your blankets, bring your chairs, bring your sweater and get cozy!
There will be a 50/50 draw and a canteen!
UFC 206 Screening
Date: September 14, 9 PM
Venue: McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips St
Experience the excitement of UFC 206 at McPhillips Station Casino. Join fellow MMA fans on September 14, 2024, at 9:00 PM for a thrilling night of fights, including Max Holloway vs. Anthony Pettis. This event is free for guests aged 18 and over. Don’t miss this action-packed screening!
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
Discover Agriculture on the Farm
Date: September 15 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Venue: University of Manitoba’s Glenlea Research Station, 1290 Research Station Road
This hands-on experience offers interactive family fun with live animals, prairie crops, and engaging activities. This free event is perfect for those curious about where their food comes from. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about Manitoba’s rich agricultural diversity and its impact on the local economy.
World Market at Red River Exhibition Park
Date: September 14 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Venue: Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue
Discover the World Market at Red River Exhibition Park! Explore handcrafted goods, farm-fresh produce, and delicious food vendors this summer. Fun activities for the family and a chance to meet local artisans. Free admission! Every Saturday, July 13 – Septeber 28, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 3977 Portage Ave, Winnipeg (The Loop at Red River Ex).
Community Rally Day at Heritage Park Temple
Date: September 15 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: The Salvation Army Heritage Park Temple, 825 School Rd.
This is a free event and all are welcome!, and find out what we do in our community!
Join us! Food, games, prizes, a bouncy castle and information booth.
NEAR WINNIPEG
Farmers Markets at Shelmerdine Garden Center
Date: September 14 – 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Shelmerdine Garden Center, 7800 Roblin Blvd, Headingley
Free admission. Join us at the Shelmerdine Garden Center Farmers Market on September 14-15 for a delightful weekend of local treasures and family fun! With over 40 vendors and 5 food trucks each day, you’ll find everything from fresh produce to unique crafts, all proudly Made in Manitoba. Enjoy live music by Cohen Sieg on Saturday and the Woody Holler Trio on Sunday. Kids can jump in the giant bouncy castle and get their faces painted for just $5. Enjoy live music by Cohen Sieg on September 14 and by the Woody Holler Trio on September 15. Best of all, admission is free! Don’t miss out on this vibrant community event.
Headingley Sport Shop’s Annual Bike Bash
Date: September 14 @ 10:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 5160 Portage Avenue , Headingley, MB
Join us on Saturday, September 14th for our Annual Bike Bash! Come down for a great afternoon with awesome bikes, great people, live music, food, beer, free haircuts & in-store specials!
ADULTS 18+ ONLY
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!
Live Music at McPhillips Station Casino
September 13 & 14, 2024 @ Loft 180 | 9 PM – 12 AM, Playin Jane
September 13 & 14, 2024 @ Mainstage | 9 PM – 12 AM, TC Hooligans
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 $$$
KIDS EAT FOR FREE
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 Winnipeg Every Sunday
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.
FREE SWIM INDOOR POOLS
Stay healthy and have fun by taking a free (or cheap) swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools this summer.
Schedule Effective September 6-28, 2024
*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;
Bonivital Pool 1215 Archibald Street
Closed for Renovations
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
Eldon Ross 25 1887 Pacific Avenue West
Schedule Not Available
Elmwood Kildonans Pool 909 Concordia Avenue
Closed for Maintenance
Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool 381 Sherbrook Street
Closed for Maintenance
Margaret Grant Pool 685 Dalhousie Drive
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.
Closed for Maintenance
Seven Oaks Pool 444 Adsum Drive
Free Teen Swim 9 – 19 years Sat 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. James Assiniboia Centennial 644 Parkdale St.
Closed for Maintenance
St. James Civic Center 2055 Ness Ave
Free Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Free Swim Sun 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Transcona Kinsmen Centennial 1101 Wabasha Street
Free Teen Swim (9 – 19 years) Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Loonie/Toonie Swim Fri 5:00 PM – 7:00 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.
