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SUMMARY:Free Family Fishing Weekend March 7-9
DESCRIPTION:10+ Free Things To Do In Winnipeg This Weekend March 7-9Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM. \n\n\n\nFEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIESLights on the Exchange \nDate:\nVenue: Multiple Locations \nExperience Lights on the Exchange in Winnipeg's historic Exchange District from January 21 to March 21\, 2025. This winter arts festival features stunning light-based artworks\, transforming buildings\, alleyways\, and rooftops into a vibrant display of creativity. Free and open to all\, Lights on the Exchange offers a unique way to explore the city’s rich history and architecture. \n More Info \nFirst Fridays @ The Manitoba Museum\nDate: March 7\, 4 PM – 9 PM\nVenue: \n\n\n\n\n\nUnwind\, explore\, and learn at First Fridays! Every first Friday\, enjoy free admission to the Manitoba Museum's galleries\, planetarium\, and special events. This month\, delve into the emotional journeys of Southeast Asian refugees through a documentary screening and exhibit\, explore the stars in the planetarium\, and enter to win a prize! \n\n\n\n\n\n More Info \nLadies Day out at Cabela's \nDate: March 8\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nVenue: 580 Sterling Lyon Pkwy. \nThe Ladies' Day Out event offers participants the chance to explore archery\, firearms\, and ice fishing with expert guidance. Attendees can select workshops on each activity\, covering topics such as equipment selection\, techniques\, and local regulations. The event culminates in an interactive session where participants can ask questions directly to the experts. One lucky attendee will win a grand prize sweepstakes valued at over $1\,000. \n More Info  \nInternational Women's Day Photo WalkDate: March 8\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMVenue: Bois-des-esprits\, 650 Shorehill Drive \n\nMeet at the park's south entrance off Shorehill Dr.\, just east of the bridge at St. Anne’s Rd.)\n\nJoin us on International Women’s Day for a FREE photo walk led by local content creator and outdoor enthusiast\, Brittany Thiessen (@brittanymexplores). In celebration of women’s creativity and the beauty of nature\, we’ll explore Bois-des-Esprits—one of Winnipeg’s most scenic natural spaces—capturing stunning photos and sharing tips along the way! \nThis event is open to all photography lovers\, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just enjoy snapping pics on your phone. Brittany will provide photography inspiration\, and together\, we’ll appreciate the beauty of nature while celebrating the spirit of women’s empowerment and creativity. \nLet’s come together to celebrate women\, photography\, and the great outdoors! \n Click to Register  \nCanada Life Free Sundays @ WAG\nDate: March 9 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm\nVenue: 300 Memorial Boulevard \nDiscover the Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) for free! Enjoy free admission to the WAG-Qaumajuq cultural campus\, including the Visible Vault\, current exhibitions\, and Indigenous programming for families. \n More Info \n\n\n\nDOWNTOWNFree Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum \nDate: Friday\nTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nVenue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters\, 245 Smith Street\nFree Admission \nThe Winnipeg Police Museum displays many artifacts related to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force\, dating from its beginning in 1874. \nManitoba Sports Hall Of Fame  \nDate: Friday\nTime: 11 AM – 3 PM\nVenue: 145 Pacific Ave.\, #100\nFree Admission \nCelebrate 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. \n More Info \nFree Admission to Canadian Museum for Human Rights \nDate: Every Sunday\nTime: 10 AM – 5 PM\nVenue: 85 Israel Asper Way\nFree Admission \nSundays at the Museum is a great chance to get together and explore the exhibits\, browse through the Boutique and more. \n More Info \nLatin Sundays at The Forks Market Event Space \nDate: February 2 to March 30\, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM\nVenue: 2nd for Event Space\, 1 The Forks Market Rd. \nExperience Latin culture through music\, dance\, food and performances on Sunday evenings in the event space\, located on the second floor of The Forks Market\, with Habanero Sombrero and Friends of the Cuban Arts! \nAll ages event\, all skill levels are welcome! \n\n More Info \n\n\n\n\nAROUND WINNIPEGFree YMCA Youth Access Program Ages 13-17\n\nDate: Every Friday \nVenue:\nDowntown (301 Vaughn St.) 5 PM to close\nElmwood Kildonan (454 Kimberly Ave.) 7 PM to close\nSouth (5 Fermer Ave.) 7 PM to close\nWest Portage (3550 Portage Ave.) 7 PM to close \nDiscover the Free YMCA Youth Access program in Winnipeg\, designed for youth ages 13-17 to enjoy safe\, inclusive recreational spaces every Friday. Engage in fun activities\, connect with peers\, and stay active—all with no fees or memberships required. Join this unique community event supported by the City of Winnipeg and United Way. \n More Info  \n Open Gym @ Valour Community Centre (Orioles Site) \nDate: \nMarch 7\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Isaac Brock Site\, 715 Telfer St. N.)\nMarch 7\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Orioles Site\, 448 Burnell St.) \nRising Sun Powwow Club\nDate: Fridays: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nVenue: Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.\, 363 McGregor Street \nThe Rising Sun Powwow Club offers a vibrant and inclusive space for anyone interested in learning and sharing Indigenous cultural practices. It’s a place to explore dancing\, drumming\, singing\, regalia-making\, and teachings while connecting with others in the community. This program is open to everyone\, regardless of experience\, and provides a welcoming environment to celebrate culture. \nHow to Register: \nEmail: CulturalYouthHelper@mamawi.com \nCall: (204) 925-0300 \n More Info  \n Live Music at Into the Music \nDate: March 7\, 7:00 PM\nVenue: B-245 McDermot Avenue \nMarch 7 — Bush Lotus— free & all ages ✨\n“Bush Lotus’ music blends folk-rock with soulful jazzy vocals and relays experiences of the mind\, body and heart\, touching on topics like freedom\, conflict and belonging. \n More Info  \nWinnipeg Run Club\nDate: Saturdays\, 8 AM\nVenue: The Forks 1\, Forks Market Road \nWe 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! \nDuring our warmer months we meet under The Canopy at The Forks \nRSVP Required \nPublic Skating at South Winnipeg Community Centre\n\nDate: March 8 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\nVenue: RBC Convention Centre\, 375 York Ave \nPegSpo 2025\, **Winnipeg’s largest not-for-profit sports collectibles expo**\, returns for its fourth year on **March 8\, 2025**\, from **9:00 AM to 5:00 PM** at the **RBC Convention Centre\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba**. This one-day event offers a chance to **buy\, sell\, and trade sports memorabilia\, game-worn items\, and trading cards** while enjoying door prize draws\, an Easter Egg Hunt\, and free autographs from special guests. Sports fans and collectors won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and discover rare collectibles. \n More Info  \nFree Robotics Workshop For Kids\n\nDate: March 8\, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM\nVenue: Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre\, 1808 Wellington Avenue \nThe workshop\, following the success of a previous event\, offers a hands-on\, engaging introduction to robotics and coding. Children will participate in activities and quizzes\, while parents can meet the team\, learn about the program\, and network with others. The event includes multiple time slots based on age groups\, with a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop. For more information\, parents can call +1 (855) 550-0571. \nRegistration Required \n Click Here to Register  \n\nBuild A LEGO® Steering Wheel And Take It Home With You! \nDate: March 9\, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nVenue: CF Polo Park a Lego\, 1485 Portage Ave \nBuild a LEGO® Steering Wheel and take it home with you! \n More Info  \n\nFamily Game Afternoon\nDate: March 8\, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM\nVenue: St. Vital Library\, 6 Fermor Ave. \nCome to the library for some family fun. Play games\, read books\, and have a great time. For children and their families. Drop-in. \n More Info  \nWinnipeg Circus Club\nDate: Every Sunday\, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM\nVenue: Broadway Neighbourhood Centre\, 185 Young St \nIf you haven't tried it before\, the first drop-in is always free. \nWe have all the props for you to try\, demonstrations and performances and two mini workshops in store for you on October 6th.\nThis is only the beginning\, year thirteen of the circus club will see the more workshops\, another circus garage sale\, more fun throughout the year and of course\, the 10TH ANNUAL SHOWCASE!! \nCasual drop-ins are $5\, Membership are $20 for Kids & $30 for Adults (Ages 16+) \n More Info  \n\n\nCHILDREN'S FREE PLAY6 to 12 years old \nCrafts\, games\, sports\, outdoor activities and more! Dates\, times and locations subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information \n\nMagnus Eliasson Recreation Centre\n430 Langside St\nSat/Sun\, 10 AM – 4 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nTurtle Island Neighbourhood Centre\n510 King St.\nSat/Sun\, 1 PM – 5 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nLord Selkirk school\n170 Poplar Ave.\nSat\, 11 AM – 3 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nMayfair Recreation Centre\n170 Poplar Ave.\nSat/Sun\, 11 AM – 6 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nWestdale Pool Building\n550 Dale Blvd.\nSat/Sun\, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Until June 15\, 2025 \n\n\nYOUTH ACTION CENTRES13 to 17 Years Old\nTake part in activities\, get fit & make new friends! \nBasketball\, volleyball\, badminton\, floor hockey\, outdoor activities\, crafts\, board games\, video games\, and special events. Dates\, times\, and locations are subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information. \n\nMagnus Eliasson Recreation Centre\n430 Langside St\nSat/Sun\, 4 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nCindy Klassen Recreation Complex\n999 Sargent Ave.\nSat\, 6 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29\, 2025 \n\nSeven Oaks Middle School\n800 Salter St.\nSun\, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15\, 2025 \n\nIsaac Newton School\n730 Aberdeen Ave.\nSat/Sun\, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15\, 2025 \n\nKeewatin Prairie Community School\n730 Aberdeen Ave.\nSun\, 3 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15\, 2025 \n\nSergeant Tommy Prince Place\n90 Sinclair St.\nSat\, 12 PM – 8 PM | Until June 28\, 2025\nSun\, 1 PM – 5 PM | until June 29\, 2025 \n\nTyndall Park School\n90 Sinclair St.\nSat/Sun\, 1 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15\, 2025 \n\nBernie Wolfe school\n90 Sinclair St.\nSat\, 2 PM – 8 PM | Until June 6\, 2025 \n\nADULTS 18+ ONLYLadies Free Until 10 PM @ The Palomino Club \nDate: Every Friday\nTime: 9 PM\nVenue: Palomino Club\, 436 Main St \nTGIF! It’s Ladies’ Night at the #PalominoClub! They also got Buns of Steel going down tonight. Don’t miss out! \nNote: This promotion may end at any time without prior notice. \nLive Music at McPhillips Station Casino \nMarch 7\, 2025 @ Mainstage | 9 PM – 12 AM\, Water and Wood Duo \nMarch 7-8\, 2025 | 9 PM – 12 AM\, Vinyl Revival \nVenue: 484 McPhillips St \n\n\n Live Music at Silver Spike Saloon\nDate: Every Friday and Saturday\, 9 PM – 1 AM\nVenue: 202 Bond St \nNo cover charge. Food + Drinks $$$ \nFriday Karaoke at the Airport Motor Inn\nDate: Every Friday\, 10 PM – 2 AM\nVenue: Airport Motor Inn\, 1800 Ellice Ave. \nNo cover charge! Drinks+Food $$$ \nKaraoke Every Friday at the Airport Motor Inn 10pm. Huge stage\, Amazing sound and a massive song selection at www.karaokeanonymous.ca\nKitchen closes at 10 so get there early if you wanna order food. Follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook \nNote: This event may without prior notice. \n More Info  \nKIDS EAT FOR FREEKids Eat Free at Hooters \nDate: Sunday and Saturday\, all day\nVenue: 1501 St. Matthews Ave\, Winnipeg \nKids eat free on the weekends at Hooters! *10 & under off the kids menu with the purchase of a adult entrée of $12 or more \nNote: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm. \nKids Eat Free at Fionn’s \nDate: Every Sunday\nVenue: 1180 Grant Ave \nKIDS EAT FREE + $7 Caesars all day every Sunday. \nNote: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm. \nFREE SWIM INDOOR POOLS\n\nStay healthy and have fun by taking a free (or cheap) swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools this summer. \nSchedule Effective December 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025  \n*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice*  \nTaka a free swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools. \n\nFree Swim: designated time for safe activities for everyone; no admission fees apply;\nLoonie / 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;\nYouth Swim: designated time for safe activities for swimmers 9 – 19 years of age.\nFamily Swim: designated time for safe activities for families\, adults must be accompanied by children and children must be accompanied by adults;\n\n\nCindy Klassen Recreation Complex 999 Sargent Avenue\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFREE SWIM Sat 2:30 PM – 6 PM\nFREE TEEN SWIM Sat 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM \n\nElmwood Kildonans Pool 909 Concordia Avenue\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Swim Sat 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM\nFree Teen Swim Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old) \nKinsmen Sherbrook Pool 381 Sherbrook Street\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Swim Fri 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nFree Swim Sat 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nLoonie/Toonie Swim Sun 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nLoonie/Toonie Swim Sat 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n\nMargaret Grant Pool 685 Dalhousie Drive\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Swim Fri 8:30 AM – 9:25 AM\nFree Teen Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old) \n\nSergeant Tommy Prince Place 90 Sinclair St. \nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Youth Swim Sat 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9 – 19 years) \nLoonie/Toonie Swim Fri 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM\nLoonie/Toonie Youth Swim Sat 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM \n\nSeven Oaks Pool 444 Adsum Drive \nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nYouth Swim Sat 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \n\nSt. James Assiniboia Centennial 644 Parkdale St.\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nTeen Swim Sat 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n\nSt. James Civic Center 2055 Ness Ave\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Swim Sun 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM\nFree Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM \n\nTranscona Kinsmen Centennial 1101 Wabasha Street\nDecember 2\, 2024– March 22\, 2025 \nFree Teen Swim (9 – 19 years) Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLoonie/Toonie Swim Fri 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nFREE PUBLIC SKATING\nCity of Winnipeg public skating opportunities are available at 12 arenas in Winnipeg. All public skating activities are provided free of charge. \nTimes and dates are subject to change without notice at all locations. \nPublic Skating\nSchedule – Winter 2024 \n\nAb McDonald\n2055 Ness Ave.\nSaturday\, 2:15 – 3:15 p.m. | January 11 – March 22 \n\nBertrand\n294 Bertrand St.\nSaturday\, 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. | January 4 – March 15 \n\nBilly Mosienko\n709 Keewatin St.\nSunday\, 4 – 5 p.m. | January 5 – March 9 \n\nCharlie Gardiner\n799 Logan Ave.\nSaturday\, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | January 4 – March 15 \n\nEric Coy\n535 Oakdale Dr.\nSunday\, 2:15 – 3:15 p.m. | January 5 – March 16 \n\nRiver East\n1410 Rothesay St.\nFriday\, 5:45–6:45 pm | January 3 – March 14 \n\nSam Southern\n625 Osborne St.\nSunday\, 3 – 4 p.m. | January 5 – March 9 \n\nSargent Park\n1111 Wall St.\nSunday\, Noon – 1 p.m. | January 5 – March 9 \n\nSt. Vital Centennial\n580 St. Anne's Rd.\nSunday\, 12:30–1:30 pm | January 5 – March 16 \n\nTerry Sawchuck\n901 Kimberly St.\nSaturday\, 11:45 am–12:45 pm | January 4 – March 15 \n\nTranscona East End CC\n517 Pandora Ave. E \nSunday\, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | January 5 – March 16 cancelled January 19 & February 16 \nSaturday\, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | January 4 – March 15 cancelled January 18 & February 15  \n\n\n\nALMOST FREE ($5/Person Or Less)The Manitoba Electrical Museum \nDate: Tuesday-Saturday\nTime: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nVenue: 680 Harrow St\nPrice: $5.00 per person\, children 5 years & under free. \n\nWinnipeg Rock N' Gem Show \nDate: March 6 to March 9\nThursday – Saturday\, 10 AM – 8 PM\nSunday\, 10 AM – 5 PM \nVenue: Red River Exhibition- Exhibition Place\, 3977 Portage Ave. \nPrice: General: $3/ person\, $7/ family • 5 yrs and under: FREE \n\nCineplex Family Favourites \nDate: March 8\, 11 AM – 1 PM\nVenue: At participating Cineplex Theatres\nPrice: $3.99 \nFeaturing Sonic The Hedgehog: 3 \nWeekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies Saturdays\, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). \nInstructions: After pressing the button below\, click get tickets\, and then choose March 8\, 2025 for the date and select the theatre. \n Get Your Tickets
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