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:20251011T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251011T223000 DTSTAMP:20260505T152112 CREATED:20241015T000740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T200344Z UID:133666-1760200200-1760221800@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Diwali Mela 2024 DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\nDiwali Mela 2025 at RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg\nCelebrate the Festival of Lights in Winnipeg!The Hindu Society of Manitoba proudly presents Diwali Mela 2025 — an evening full of light\, color\, and culture — happening on Saturday\, October 11\, 2025\, at the RBC Convention Centre (375 York Avenue). \n🌟 Event Highlights \n\n\nFood Stalls: Open from 4:30 PM\, featuring a variety of authentic and mouthwatering Indian cuisines. \n\n\nCultural Program: From 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM\, enjoy vibrant classical\, folk\, and contemporary dances representing diverse traditions from across India. \n\n\nRaffle Draw: Exciting prizes to be won\, including• 1st Prize – 2 Return Air Tickets to India (Riya Travels)• 2nd Prize – 6 Nights All-Inclusive Stay for Two in Mexico (Ola Travels)• 3rd Prize – Apple iPad Air 11″ 128GB with Apple Pencil (Dawat Restaurant)• 4th Prize – Apple iPad Air 11″ 128GB (Access Credit Union)Total 10 prizes available! \n\n\n🎉 Admission: Free!This event is open to everyone\, so bring your family and friends to experience the tastes and talents of India — right here in the heart of Winnipeg. \n📞 Contact for Advertisements / Stalls: \n\n\nAnita Roy: 204-930-0653 \n\n\nReena Waliya: 204-999-6292 \n\n\nSatish Kumar: 204-688-6361 \n\n\nSponsored by RBC Royal Bank\, Diwali Mela 2025 is a community celebration of light\, culture\, and togetherness. Don’t miss this chance to meet\, greet\, and share the joy of Diwali! \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 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Canuck Amusements at Kildonan Place 2026The Canuck Amusements Carnival brings thrills\, games\, and family fun to Kildonan Place! Enjoy heart-pounding rides\, kiddie zones\, delicious treats & more. 2 Weekends! Free Entry! ($30 wristbands for unlimited rides). 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Enjoy activities for all ages while supporting vital hospital programs and equipment. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Grace Hospital Foundation\,\n\nGrace Hospital Foundation\n \n \n 300 Booth Dr.\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg May 8-10A 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 09\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend May 9-10Reclutter your home and find free furniture\, appliances\, books\, and more at the Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend! May 11th & 12th\, 2024 at curbsides across Winnipeg. 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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 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 Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/diwali-mela/ LOCATION:RBC Convention Centre\, RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg 375 York Avenue\, Winnipeg\, MB R3C 3J3\, Winnipeg\, R3C 3J3\, CA CATEGORIES:Culture,Food,Live Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Diwali-Mela.webp GEO:49.8890235;-97.1445429 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=RBC Convention Centre RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg 375 York Avenue Winnipeg MB R3C 3J3 Winnipeg R3C 3J3 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg 375 York Avenue\, Winnipeg\, MB R3C 3J3:geo:-97.1445429,49.8890235 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR