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:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Chicago 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:20260625T234407 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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});What 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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\nUpcoming Events\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:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208 DTSTAMP:20260625T234407 CREATED:20200128T002059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T065504Z UID:61081-1770336000-1770508799@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2026 St Norbert Heritage Day DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\nHeritage Days at St. Norbert Community Centre\nEach year in February\, the St. Norbert Community Centre celebrates the rich cultural\ndiversity of the St. Norbert community in grand style with music\, fun activities\,\nand festive food. \nWith the help of many community groups and dedicated board volunteers\, everyone is\nwelcomed to celebrate the lives of the First Nation\, Métis\, and Settlers who helped\nhomestead this land. \n\nFree hot dog lunch for kids\nBonfire & bannock\nLunch sales\nMobile ski library\nCash bar\nBaked potato buffet\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 6\nTime: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM \nLive Performances: \n\nGilles Crevier\nQuintin Bart\nPhil Veldhuis Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nTime: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n\nSoaring Eagle Singers\nAboriginal School of Dance\nHeritage St. Norbert\nManitoba Living History Society\nMB Youth Strings\nAnne-Marie Williot\nQuintin Bart\nSleepy the Clown\nMorgan Grace\n\nFireworks: 6:30 PM \nLocation:\nSt. Norbert Community Centre – Club Building\n3450 Pembina Highway \nProudly Supported By:\nSt. Norbert Foundation · Archangel Fireworks Inc. · RBC ·\nSaint-Norbert – Where City Meets Country / Entre ville et campagne ·\nHarlan’s – Your Fun Food Distributor · Behavioural Health Foundation \n\n\nUpcoming Events\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/st-norbert-heritage-day/ LOCATION:St. Norbert Community Centre and Arena\, 3450 Pembina Highway\, Winnipeg\, R3V 1A1\, CA CATEGORIES:Health,Multiday,Winter Carnival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/St.-Norbert-heritage-days-2.webp GEO:49.7684372;-97.1549438 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Norbert Community Centre and Arena 3450 Pembina Highway Winnipeg R3V 1A1 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3450 Pembina Highway:geo:-97.1549438,49.7684372 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260625T234407 CREATED:20190112T051822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T011404Z UID:43443-1770462000-1770476400@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2026 Elmwood Winter Fun Day DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\n  \nElmwood Winter Fun Day\nElmwood Winter Fun Day is a free\, family-friendly winter event happening in the heart of Elmwood. Join us for a fun winter day in Elmwood! ❄️⛸️ Free hot dogs\, hot cocoa\, and activities for the whole family. 💚 \nFamilies can enjoy classic winter activities including ice skating\, sledding\, fat tire bikes\, snowshoeing\, and horse-drawn sleigh rides\, all in a welcoming community atmosphere. This free winter festival in Elmwood is perfect for kids\, parents\, and anyone looking for fun things to do in Winnipeg in February. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Clara Hughes Recreation Park\, 281 Henderson Hwy\, Winnipeg \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nHosted by Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation\nElmwood Winter Fun Day is hosted by Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation\, a local organization dedicated to strengthening neighbourhoods in Elmwood\, East Kildonan\, and surrounding areas. Through community-led programs\, events\, and partnerships\, Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal works to build safer\, healthier\, and more connected communities. \nBy hosting Elmwood Winter Fun Day\, Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal brings residents together for a free\, family-friendly winter celebration that encourages outdoor activity\, community connection\, and neighbourhood pride. \n \n \n\n\nUpcoming Events\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/elmwood-winter-fun-day/ LOCATION:Clara Hughes Recreation Park\, 281 Henderson Hwy\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:January 11,Kid Friendly,Winter Carnival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Elmwood-winter-fun-day.jpg GEO:49.915304;-97.112354 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Clara Hughes Recreation Park 281 Henderson Hwy Winnipeg Manitoba Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=281 Henderson Hwy:geo:-97.112354,49.915304 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR