BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv5.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Winnipeg for Free X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wpgforfree.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Winnipeg for Free REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Winnipeg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTSTAMP:20260511T065242 CREATED:20220702T004628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T000727Z UID:88652-1753488000-1753660799@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2025 Annual Monarch Butterfly Festival DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, July 26 and Sunday\, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. \n\nThe Monarch Butterfly Festival celebrates our butterfly friends with activities and fun. The event is great for the whole family\, and admission is free.\n\nEnjoy live butterfly displays\, and our milkweed plant giveaway. Experience the prairie by taking a guided hike\, and take part in hands-on crafts and activities. Prairie Flora plant sale will be back to help you start your own butterfly garden. There will also be displays and activities from several partners\, so you can learn more about butterflies and prairie in Manitoba. \n\nFor more information on this event\, or to volunteer\, please contact the Living Prairie Museum.\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 03\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Narcisse Snake Dens 2026See thousands of red-sided garter snakes gather at the Narcisse Snake Dens during Manitoba’s incredible spring mating season. This rare natural phenomenon offers a free\, unforgettable wildlife experience just outside Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Narcisse Snake Dens\,\n\nHighway 17\n \n \n Narcisse\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R0C 2H0\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 15\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n UNIQLO CF Polo Park Grand OpeningUNIQLO is opening at CF Polo Park in Winnipeg with a full grand opening weekend from May 15–17\, 2026. Shoppers can enjoy free giveaways\, exclusive tote bags\, and special in-store events. Visit the new store for LifeWear essentials designed for everyday comfort and style. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n CF Polo Park\,\n\n1485 Portage Ave\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R3G0W4\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 29\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Western Canada Rib Fest Tour 2026Western Canada Rib Fest Tour returns to Winnipeg with three days of mouthwatering ribs\, live entertainment\, and family-friendly fun at Red River Exhibition Park. Enjoy free admission (Friday and Saturday) and a lively festival atmosphere packed with great food and community vibes. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboia Downs\,\n\n3975 Portage Ave.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3K 2E9\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 30\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Doors Open Winnipeg 2026Celebrate 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. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 30\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Haunted History Tour at Doors Open WinnipegExplore Winnipeg’s haunted history on this outdoor walking tour featuring eerie stories and iconic landmarks. Runs May 30–31 at 11 AM and 2 PM; registration required. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Vaughan Street Jail\,\n\n444 York Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n June\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Entry Into Manitoba Parks June 12-14Enjoy free entry to Manitoba’s provincial parks and explore scenic trails\, lakes\, and outdoor adventures. Take part in guided tours\, stargazing\, and family-friendly activities while experiencing the beauty of nature across the province. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n June\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Family Fishing Weekend June 12-14Enjoy Free Family Fishing Weekend in Manitoba\, where anglers can fish without a licence for three days across the province. It’s the perfect chance to get outdoors\, try fishing\, and spend quality time with family. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 26\n June\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Downtown Winnipeg Night Market FIFA World Cup 2026 CelebrationCatch the Downtown Winnipeg Night Market FIFA World Cup 2026 Celebration on June 26–27 at True North Square\, featuring a free watch party\, global street food\, live music\, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy a vibrant evening of soccer\, food\, and community in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n True North Square\,\n\n223 Carleton St.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0V1\n\n\n\n+ Google Map URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/monarch-butterfly-festival/ LOCATION:Living Prairie Museum\, 2795 Ness Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba CATEGORIES:Kid Friendly,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/AAA-Monarch-butterfly.webp GEO:49.895136;-97.1383744 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Living Prairie Museum 2795 Ness Ave Winnipeg Manitoba;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2795 Ness Ave:geo:-97.1383744,49.895136 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR