RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach at Gimli Film Festival

Name: RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach at Gimli Film Festival
Start: 2025-07-23T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-07-27T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Gimli Beach

START DATE

July 23, 2025

END DATE

July 27, 2025

LOCATION

🎬 RBC Sunset Screenings at the Gimli International Film Festival – July 23–27, 2025

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Gimli International Film Festival with five nights of free outdoor movies on the shore of Lake Winnipeg. Each night at 9:45 PM, settle in with your chair, blanket, and snacks on Gimli Beach and enjoy a cinematic classic on a giant 11-meter screen floating on the water.

Dates: July 23–27, 2025
Time: 9:45 PM nightly
Location: Gimli Beach, Manitoba
Cost: Free

🍿 2025 Screening Line-up

Best in Show (2000) – A mockumentary satire featuring Eugene Levy and Catherine O’Hara
Space Jam (1996) – The beloved animated-live-action hybrid starring Bugs Bunny and Michael Jordan
Stop Making Sense (1984) – Talking Heads concert film, remastered in 4K
Almost Famous (2000) – A nostalgic coming-of-age tale set in the world of 1970s rock
The Thing (1982) – John Carpenter’s chilling sci-fi horror classic

📌 Why You Should Go

Absolutely free: No tickets required—just show up and enjoy
Unique experience: A floating screen and sunset backdrop create a magical outdoor theatre setting
Something for everyone: From family fun to cult classics, there's a film for all ages and tastes
Eco-friendly shuttle: Shuttle rides from Winnipeg help reduce the carbon footprint

📲 Stay Connected

For shuttle info and VIP upgrade passes, visit the official festival website. Follow #GIFF25 and @GimliFilm on social media for updates, trailers, and special announcements.

Get ready for unforgettable beachside movie nights that celebrate stories, community, and summer magic!

Upcoming Events

08 January 2026

Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1, 2025

Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for a Year Starting April 1, 2025 Free Entry ito

Find out more

Multiple Locations,

13 February 2026

Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg February 13-16

A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family, live music, arts, movies, and more.

Find out more

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

+ Google Map

14 February 2026

2026 Winter Free Family Fishing Weekend In Manitoba

Reel in family fun at Manitoba's Free Family Fishing Weekend! June 7th-9th, 2024. No license required! Explore Manitoba's lakes, rivers & streams, catch walleye, pike & more! Perfect for creating lasting memories in the great outdoors.
tune

more_vert

Find out more

Manitoba Parks, Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

+ Google Map

18 February 2026

WAG Wednesday Nights

WAG Wednesday Nights offers free admission every Wednesday evening from 5:00–9:00 PM at WAG-Qaumajuq, starting January 2026, with live music, interactive activities, and rotating cultural programming in the heart of downtown Winnipeg.

Find out more

Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

+ Google Map

20 February 2026

BPM x WAG-Qaumajuq

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 BPM x WAG-Qaumajuq — A Black History Month Celebration February is Black History Month,

Find out more

Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

+ Google Map

21 February 2026

Lunar New Year Cultural Activation at IKEA

Celebrate Lunar New Year at IKEA Winnipeg on Saturday, February 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with free cultural performances and traditional experiences. Enjoy Korean traditional clothing try-ons, live Vietnamese dance, and live calligraphy demonstrations throughout the day — no registration required.

Find out more

IKEA Winnipeg, 500 Sterling Lyon Parkway
Winnipeg, R3P 1E7 CA

+ Google Map

22 February 2026

2026 Cabin Fever: Free Films for Kids! (Sundays)

Cabin Fever: Free Films for Kids! returns this winter with free Sunday screenings at the David Barber Cinematheque. Families can enjoy beloved classics and animated favourites from January 4 to February 22.

Find out more

David Barber Cinematheque, 100 Arthur St
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

+ Google Map

22 February 2026

2026 Learn to Winter at The Forks

Learn to Winter at The Forks runs every weekend from January to February with free activities celebrating Winnipeg’s winter spirit. Enjoy DJs on Ice, skating lessons, storytelling, wellness classes, and more at locations throughout The Forks, weather permitting.

Find out more

The Forks, FORKS MARKET RD
Winnipeg, R3C 4L9 CA

+ Google Map

22 February 2026

2026 Mega Heart Event

Join the 2026 Mega Heart Event on Sunday, February 22 at the Wellness Institute for a free, family-friendly afternoon focused on heart health. Enjoy speaker sessions, a 2 or 5 km family walk, Zumba, CPR demos, kids activities, and more — all while learning how to protect and strengthen your heart.

Find out more

The Wellness Institute, 1075 Leila Avenue
Winnipeg, R2P 2W7 CA

+ Google Map

25 February 2026