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?.
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Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum
- September 30 | 10:00 am-3:00 pm
- @ 245 Smith Street
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The Winnipeg Police Museum displays many artifacts related to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force, dating from its beginning in 1874
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Healing Walk – Orange Shirt Day
- September 30 | 11:00 am-12:30 pm
- @ Canadian Museum for Human Rights
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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
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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.
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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.
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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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CF Polo Park Job Fair
- September 30 | 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
- @ 1485 Portage Ave
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Calling all job seekers…retailers are looking for candidates like you!
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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.
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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
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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
Narcisse Snake Dens 2025
Witness a spectacular natural wonder at the Narcisse Snake Dens! Every spring, from late April to mid-May, tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes emerge for mating season. Explore the dens via a safe, self-guided trail and learn about these fascinating creatures. This incredible event takes place just outside Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Don't miss your chance to see this marvel of nature!
Narcisse, Manitoba R0C 2H0 Canada
10+ Free Weekend Events 16-18
10+ Free Weekend Events 16-18 Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM. FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Foodtrip Market Springfest at IKEA featuring Pawshionista Pet Fashion Show
Join the excitement at Foodtrip Market SpringFest at IKEA on May 17-18 from 12-9 pm at 500 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg. This vibrant event features the PAWSHIONISTA Pet Fashion Show, where pets can strut their stuff in style! Attendees can enjoy local vendors, delicious food, live music, and fun activities for all ages. Don't miss this free community celebration—bring the whole family for a day full of springtime joy!
Winnipeg, R3P 1E7 CA
Tyndall Community Market Kickoff
Insert image Tyndall Community Market Kickoff Don't miss the kickoff of the Tyndall Community Market
Doors Open Winnipeg 2025
Celebrate Winnipeg's 150th anniversary with FREE Doors Open Winnipeg 2024! Explore over 90 unique buildings, museums, and cultural spaces on May 25th & 26th. Discover hidden gems, architectural wonders, and fun activities for all ages. Don't miss this chance to connect with Winnipeg's vibrant past and present! Visit Doors Open Winnipeg for details.
Haunted History Tour at Doors Open Winnipeg
Embark on a chilling adventure with the Doors Open Winnipeg Haunted History Tour! Led by a renowned historian, explore the spooky exteriors of Winnipeg's most iconic buildings and hear their enduring ghost stories. The tour takes place on May 24 & 25 with departures at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm from the fountain at Memorial Provincial Park (across from Vaughan Street Jail). Don't miss your chance to experience Winnipeg's haunted history
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square 2025
Experience free jazz at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square! Enjoy a vibrant outdoor celebration June 17-21, 2025 with a diverse lineup of local, national, and international performers. Immerse yourself in various jazz styles, from traditional to contemporary, spread out a blanket and soak up the summer vibes. Don't miss this chance to celebrate music in Winnipeg's Exchange District at Old Market Square!
Winnipeg, R3B 1G4 CA
Canada Day Celebrations Hosted by the Blue Bombers
**Celebrate Canada Day at Princess Auto Stadium on July 1, 2025, with a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, cultural performances, and exciting activities.** The tailgate celebration runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, followed by mainstage entertainment from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM at **315 Chancellor Matheson Rd, Winnipeg, MB**. Enjoy performances by Tyler Joe Miller and Big Wreck, a local makers market, food vendors, and a dazzling fireworks display to end the night.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
CW25 Street Festival (Live Music & Basketball) Hosted by CEBL
Experience the CW25 Street Festival at True North Square and Graham Avenue in Winnipeg from August 22-24, 2024. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a local vendor market, and exciting 3x3 basketball action during this free three-day celebration. Part of the CW25 Celebration Weekend, this festival runs daily from 12 PM to 10 PM, bringing high-energy entertainment and community fun to downtown Winnipeg.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
Upcoming Events
Narcisse Snake Dens 2025
Witness a spectacular natural wonder at the Narcisse Snake Dens! Every spring, from late April to mid-May, tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes emerge for mating season. Explore the dens via a safe, self-guided trail and learn about these fascinating creatures. This incredible event takes place just outside Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Don't miss your chance to see this marvel of nature!
Narcisse, Manitoba R0C 2H0 Canada
10+ Free Weekend Events 16-18
10+ Free Weekend Events 16-18 Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM. FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Foodtrip Market Springfest at IKEA featuring Pawshionista Pet Fashion Show
Join the excitement at Foodtrip Market SpringFest at IKEA on May 17-18 from 12-9 pm at 500 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg. This vibrant event features the PAWSHIONISTA Pet Fashion Show, where pets can strut their stuff in style! Attendees can enjoy local vendors, delicious food, live music, and fun activities for all ages. Don't miss this free community celebration—bring the whole family for a day full of springtime joy!
Winnipeg, R3P 1E7 CA
Tyndall Community Market Kickoff
Insert image Tyndall Community Market Kickoff Don't miss the kickoff of the Tyndall Community Market
Doors Open Winnipeg 2025
Celebrate Winnipeg's 150th anniversary with FREE Doors Open Winnipeg 2024! Explore over 90 unique buildings, museums, and cultural spaces on May 25th & 26th. Discover hidden gems, architectural wonders, and fun activities for all ages. Don't miss this chance to connect with Winnipeg's vibrant past and present! Visit Doors Open Winnipeg for details.
Haunted History Tour at Doors Open Winnipeg
Embark on a chilling adventure with the Doors Open Winnipeg Haunted History Tour! Led by a renowned historian, explore the spooky exteriors of Winnipeg's most iconic buildings and hear their enduring ghost stories. The tour takes place on May 24 & 25 with departures at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm from the fountain at Memorial Provincial Park (across from Vaughan Street Jail). Don't miss your chance to experience Winnipeg's haunted history
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square 2025
Experience free jazz at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square! Enjoy a vibrant outdoor celebration June 17-21, 2025 with a diverse lineup of local, national, and international performers. Immerse yourself in various jazz styles, from traditional to contemporary, spread out a blanket and soak up the summer vibes. Don't miss this chance to celebrate music in Winnipeg's Exchange District at Old Market Square!
Winnipeg, R3B 1G4 CA
Canada Day Celebrations Hosted by the Blue Bombers
**Celebrate Canada Day at Princess Auto Stadium on July 1, 2025, with a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, cultural performances, and exciting activities.** The tailgate celebration runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, followed by mainstage entertainment from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM at **315 Chancellor Matheson Rd, Winnipeg, MB**. Enjoy performances by Tyler Joe Miller and Big Wreck, a local makers market, food vendors, and a dazzling fireworks display to end the night.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
CW25 Street Festival (Live Music & Basketball) Hosted by CEBL
Experience the CW25 Street Festival at True North Square and Graham Avenue in Winnipeg from August 22-24, 2024. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a local vendor market, and exciting 3x3 basketball action during this free three-day celebration. Part of the CW25 Celebration Weekend, this festival runs daily from 12 PM to 10 PM, bringing high-energy entertainment and community fun to downtown Winnipeg.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
