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;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250726T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250726T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T203758 CREATED:20220704T013822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T001603Z UID:88746-1753545600-1753560000@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2025 Casinos of Winnipeg Folklorama Kick-Off DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n🌍 Casinos of Winnipeg Folklorama Kick-Off 2025\nWhen: Saturday\, July 26\, 2025 • 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nWhere: Lyric Theatre & Field\, Assiniboine Park (145 The Leaf Way / 55 Pavilion Crescent)\, Winnipeg\nCost: Free admission \nJoin the celebration as Folklorama kicks off its 2025 season with vibrant performances\, global flavours\, and family-friendly fun—all in the scenic heart of Assiniboine Park. \n\n\n\n🎉 Event Highlights\n\nGrand Pavilion Expo & Ambassadors Parade: A rare chance to explore international pavilions and meet Pavilion Ambassadors in one spectacular gathering.\nLive Ethno-Cultural Showcases: Enjoy multicultural performances of music\, dance\, and tradition on the Lyric Theatre stage.\nInteractive Cultural Workshops: Hands-on crafts\, games\, and activities for kids and families.\nFood Truck Flavours: Taste global street food favourites from Winnipeg’s top food trucks.\nPartner Activations: Discover fun booths and giveaways from Casinos of Winnipeg and other partners.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🎯 Why Attend?\n\nA Cultural Feast: Experience the diversity that makes Folklorama the world’s largest multicultural festival.\nCommunity Spirit: Celebrate Winnipeg’s cultural mosaic in a free and welcoming setting.\nPerfect Summer Timing: Enjoy the green\, open-air setting of Assiniboine Park on a warm July evening.\n\n🧭 Getting There\n\nVenue: Lyric Theatre & Field\, Assiniboine Park—bring a picnic blanket and settle in\nTransit & Parking: Accessible by Winnipeg Transit and park lots—arrive early for best access\nTips: Dress comfortably\, stay hydrated\, and come ready to celebrate!\n\n📝 Additional Info\nAccessibility: Free and inclusive for all ages\, backgrounds\, and abilities. \nAcknowledgements: Folklorama takes place on Treaty 1 land and honours the First Nations and Métis peoples of the region. \nPresented by: Casinos of Winnipeg\, with over 25 years of support from Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. \n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n January\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1\, 2025Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for a Year Starting April 1\, 2025 Free Entry ito \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 21\n April\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Winnipeg Police MuseumThe Winnipeg Police Museum offers free admission and features artifacts dating back to the late 1800s\, vintage vehicles and motorcycles\, and stories highlighting the history and service of the Winnipeg Police Service\, located at 245 Smith Street and open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Winnipeg Police Museum\,\n\n245 Smith St.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 24\n April\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission for Youth 14 and under at RodaramaHere’s a short\, SEO-friendly excerpt you can use: \n**Looking for things to do in Winnipeg this weekend?** Discover a mix of free events\, markets\, live music\, family activities\, and major attractions happening April 25. From carnival rides and car shows to community festivals and outdoor experiences\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Red River Exhibition Park\,\n\n3977 Portage Avenue\, Winnipeg\, MB R3K 2E8\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3K 2E8\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 25\n April\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manitoba Robot Games 2026The Manitoba Robot Games returns to Winnipeg on April 25\, 2026\, with 17 exciting robot competitions at Tec-Voc’s Hornet Dome. Free for spectators\, it’s a fun and family-friendly way to experience STEM in action. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Tec-Voc High School (The Hornet Dome)\,\n\n1555 Wall Street\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 25\n April\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Astronomy Day at Assiniboine ParkEnjoy a free day of stargazing at Astronomy Day in Assiniboine Park\, featuring daytime and nighttime telescope viewing. Connect with experts and explore the wonders of the universe—no registration required. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park (Lyric Theatre and Field)\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\, Winnipeg\, MB R3P 2N6\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R3P 2N6\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 25\n April\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Astronomy Day at Assiniboine ParkEnjoy a free day of stargazing at Astronomy Day in Assiniboine Park\, featuring daytime and nighttime telescope viewing. Connect with experts and explore the wonders of the universe—no registration required. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park (Lyric Theatre and Field)\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\, Winnipeg\, MB R3P 2N6\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R3P 2N6\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Jane's Walk Winnipeg 2026Explore Winnipeg during Jane’s Walk 2026 (May 1–3) with free\, community-led walking tours across the city featuring local history\, culture\, and hidden gems. \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 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 03\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Community Movie Night at East End Community CentreEast End Community Club Free Movie Nights – Fall 2025 to Spring 2026 Dates: Sept \nFind out more\n \n \n \n East End Community Club\,\n\n517 Pandora Ave E.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 0A5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n City of Winnipeg Compost GiveawayFree compost is available for Winnipeg residents for a limited time\, while quantities last. Bring your own containers and take advantage of this giveaway to boost your garden and soil naturally. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Load More\n \n \n \n \n click update URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/casinos-of-winnipeg-folklorama-kick-off/ LOCATION:Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\, Winnipeg\, CA CATEGORIES:Culture,Featured Post,Food,Health,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2025-Folklorama-kickoff-1.webp GEO:49.8954221;-97.1385145 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR