BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv5.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTSTAMP:20260609T235851 CREATED:20250320T215748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T053109Z UID:138767-1767830400-1777593599@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for a Year Starting April 1\, 2025Share This Story\nFree Entry ito Manitoba Parks for a Year – Here’s What You Need to Know! \nIf you love the great outdoors but hate the extra cost of getting out there\, I’ve got some amazing news! Starting April 1\, 2025\, there will be free entry into Manitoba Parks for an entire year. Yup\, no more park pass fees through March 31\, 2026. This little gem of an announcement is expected to be part of the upcoming Manitoba budget\, and honestly\, it’s a huge win for anyone who enjoys nature but doesn’t want to spend extra just to access it. \nWhy This Is a Big Deal\nFor a lot of us\, park entry fees aren’t a dealbreaker\, but they do add up—especially for families\, students\, and anyone trying to cut back on expenses. Normally\, a vehicle permit for provincial parks in Manitoba costs $9.50 for a day\, $16.50 for three days\, or $44 for an annual pass. If you visit parks often\, those fees can really stack up. So having a full year of free entry ito Manitoba Parks? That’s a big relief for the wallet. \n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\nWhat This Means for You\nWhether you’re a casual hiker\, a weekend camper\, or someone who just loves a peaceful lake view\, this change makes getting outdoors a whole lot easier. Here’s what you can expect: \n\nNo more vehicle permits – Just drive in and enjoy.\nMore opportunities to explore – Try out new parks you might have skipped before!\nPerfect timing for summer adventures – Hit up places like Birds Hill\, Whiteshell\, Spruce Woods\, or Riding Mountain (okay\, that last one is a national park\, but still worth a visit).\nGreat for budget-friendly outings – Pack a picnic\, bring some friends\, and make a day of it without spending a dime.\n\nWhat’s Still Not Free?\nWhile free entry to Manitoba Parks is happening\, other costs like camping\, cabin rentals\, firewood\, and park services (think fishing licenses\, boat rentals\, or guided tours) will still apply. So\, if you’re planning an overnight trip\, you’ll still need to budget for accommodations. But hey\, if you’re just heading out for a hike or a beach day\, you’re good to go without spending a cent! \n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nWhy Is This Happening?\nFrom what I can gather\, this move is part of a broader effort to make nature more accessible to everyone. It could be a way to boost tourism\, encourage outdoor activity\, and give people an easy\, low-cost way to enjoy Manitoba’s natural beauty. Whatever the reason\, I’m not complaining! \nSpread the Word\nIf you know someone who loves the outdoors (or just loves free stuff)\, share this with them! Let’s make sure everyone takes advantage of this rare opportunity to enjoy free entry to Manitoba Parks. \nAre you excited about this? Have a favorite Manitoba park you’ll be visiting more often? Drop a comment and let me know! \nSource: Winnipeg Free Press \nDue to ongoing wildfires\, some parks and trails are temporarily closed or restricted: \n✅ Open Parks & Areas \n\n\nWhiteshell Provincial Park – All businesses and campgrounds are open. \n\n\n🚫 Mantario Wilderness Zone remains closed (includes the Mantario Hiking Trail and select portages). \n\n\n\n\n📅 Partially Open \n\n\nBakers Narrows Provincial Park – Seasonal campers can return July 25. Nightly campsites reopen August 1. \n\n\nNopiming Provincial Park – Reopens July 25 for permanent residents\, cottagers\, and commercial operators. \n\n\n🚫 Campgrounds at Beresford Lake\, Black Lake\, Tulabi Falls\, Shoe Lake backcountry sites\, all water routes\, and hiking trails remain closed for the season due to wildfire cleanup. \n\n\n🔥 Wildfire EA61 is still smouldering; flames and smoke will be visible all summer/fall. \n\n\n\n\n🚫 Fully Closed \n\n\nAtikaki Provincial Park – Majority of the park is closed\, including Aikens\, Dogskin\, and Sasaginnigak lakes\, plus Bloodvein and Gammon river corridors. \n\n\nSouth Atikaki & Wallace Lake Provincial Parks – Closed to all users. \n\n\nWekusko Falls Provincial Park – Closed until at least August 7 (closure may extend). \n\n\n Check for Updates \n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nUpcoming Events\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 12\n June\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg June 12-14A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Winnipeg\, Manitoba\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\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\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 07\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Movies in the Park at Assiniboine Park 2026Movies in the Park returns to Assiniboine Park this August with free outdoor movie nights\, double features\, and family-friendly fun under the stars on the Lyric Lawn. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\,\n\nLyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\n \n\n\n\n\n\n+ Google Map URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/free-entry-to-manitoba-parks/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manitoba-Parks.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112 DTSTAMP:20260609T235851 CREATED:20250106T033612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T010020Z UID:135711-1767916800-1768175999@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:We are Winter Celebration at Assiniboine Park DESCRIPTION:We Are Winter: Community\, Outdoors\, and Winter Fun\nDates: January 9 – 11\n Location: Assiniboine Park\, surrounding the Riley Family Duck Pond \nWe Are Winter is a celebration of our community\, the beauty of winter\, and outdoor fun! Embrace the winter season and enjoy a variety of FREE activities for all ages including outdoor movies (Frozen 2 and Happy Feet)\, live music\, guided snowshoe tours\, skiing and skating lessons\, and much more! \nDaily Activities\n Outdoor fun for all ages! Play cornhole and box hockey\, create and decorate a snow penguin\, skate on the Riley Family Duck Pond\, ski groomed cross-country trails around the Park\, then gather around cozy bonfires to warm up. \nFood and Drinks \nThe Park Café take-out window will be open daily featuring a special offering of soups and stews.\n Friday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm | Saturday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm | Sunday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm \nCargo Bar will be open daily serving s'more kits\, local craft beers\, wine\, and more.\n Friday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Saturday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm | Sunday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm \nVisit the red snack stand next to the duck pond shelter for hot chocolate and s'more kits. \nBeavertails will be available daily during event hours. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nFriday & Saturday Activities\nFriday\, January 9 | 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nOpening night celebrations at Cargo Bar \n\nProduct sampling with FullGeek BrewLab\nLive fiddle and accordion music with John Racer and Stephen Kiz (sets at 5:30 pm\, 6:30 pm\, 7:30 pm)\nPerformances from the Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers (6:00 pm\, 7:00 pm)\nKids craft stations — create winter-themed crafts like twig snowflakes\, winter mobiles and ornaments\, and more inspired by Arctic animals!\n\nPlus\, enjoy daily activities including skating under twinkling lights\, cozy bonfires\, cornhole and box hockey\, and more! \nSaturday\, January 10 | 11:00 am – 8:00 pm \nOutdoor movie screening | 3:00 pm\n Watch Frozen 2 on a large\, outdoor screen with special guests Anna and Elsa! \nLive Music with DJ GeNie | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm \nFree Ice Cycle rentals from Spark Rentals\n Try riding an ice bike on the Riley Family Duck Pond! Supplies are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFree skating and cross-country skiing lessons with Winnipeg Trails\n Perfect for beginners or anyone needing a refresher. Reservation details coming soon! \nFree skate and ski rentals from Winnipeg Trails\n Available items: Skis (adult & children)\, sit skis\, kick sleds\, toboggans\, hockey skates\, figure skates\, and snowshoes. Supplies limited\, first-come\, first-served. \nGuided snowshoe tours\n Tours at 1:45 pm and 2:30 pm (45 minutes each). Recommended for ages 5+\, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Wear warm boots/layers. Snowshoes provided or bring your own. Meet at the duck pond shelter 10 minutes early. \nFree sauna rentals with The Backyard Barrel — no remaining availability. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\nSunday Activities\nSunday\, January 11 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm \nOutdoor movie screening | 3:00 pm\n Watch Happy Feet on a large\, outdoor screen! \nLive Music with DJ GeNie | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm \nFree Ice Cycle rentals from Spark Rentals\n Try riding an ice bike on the Riley Family Duck Pond! Supplies limited\, first-come\, first-served. \nFree skating and cross-country skiing lessons with Winnipeg Trails\n Perfect for beginners or anyone who needs a refresher. Reservation details coming soon! \nFree skate and ski rentals from Winnipeg Trails\n Supplies limited\, first-come\, first-served. Available items: Skis (adult & children)\, sit skis\, kick sleds\, toboggans\, hockey skates\, figure skates\, and snowshoes. \nGuided snowshoe tours \n\nTours at 1:00 pm\, 1:45 pm\, and 2:30 pm (45 minutes each)\nNo experience necessary\nAges 5+ recommended\, under 18 must be with an adult\nWear boots or warm shoes and winter layers\nSnowshoes provided or bring your own\nMeet at the duck pond shelter 10 minutes early\n\nFree sauna rentals with The Backyard Barrel — no remaining availability. \n\n\nUpcoming Events\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 12\n June\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg June 12-14A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Winnipeg\, Manitoba\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\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\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 07\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Movies in the Park at Assiniboine Park 2026Movies in the Park returns to Assiniboine Park this August with free outdoor movie nights\, double features\, and family-friendly fun under the stars on the Lyric Lawn. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\,\n\nLyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\n \n\n\n\n\n\n+ Google Map URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/we-are-winter-celebration-at-assiniboine-park/ LOCATION:Assiniboine Park\, Winnipeg\, CA CATEGORIES:Health,Kid Friendly,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/We-are-winter.webp GEO:49.8954221;-97.1385145 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR