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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517 DTSTAMP:20260613T112749 CREATED:20230512T003057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T024244Z UID:99885-1777766400-1778975999@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Narcisse Snake Dens 2026 DESCRIPTION:.section {\n background: #F0FFFF;\n padding: 24px; /* inner padding */\n margin-bottom: 50px;\n border-left: 4px solid #3498db; /* blue accent */\n box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0\,0\,0\,0.1);\n border-radius: 6px;\n max-width: 700px;\n margin-left: auto;\n margin-right: auto;\n}\n\n.section-title {\n font-size: 1.3em;\n font-weight: bold;\n color: #2c3e50;\n margin-bottom: 14px;\n}\n\n.section p {\n text-align: left; /* FIX: prevents large word spacing */\n margin-top: 12px;\n margin-bottom: 14px;\n line-height: 1.9; /* readable spacing */\n}\n\n.fusion-button {\n margin-top: 16px;\n display: inline-block;\n}\n\n \nPhoto Credit: J Hazard\, CC BY-SA 3.0\, via Wikimedia Commons \nShare This Story\n\nNarcisse Snake Dens Experience\nSTATUS: ACTIVE \nWitness one of the most unique wildlife experiences in North America at the Narcisse Snake Dens\, located about an hour north of Winnipeg. \nEvery spring\, tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes emerge from their underground limestone dens\, creating a rare and fascinating natural phenomenon that draws visitors from around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nMating Season (Best Time to Visit)\nThe snake mating season typically occurs in early to mid-May\, with peak activity expected approximately May 3–16\, 2026 (weather dependent). \nDuring this time\, visitors can witness the famous “mating balls\,” where multiple male snakes gather around a single female—an unforgettable and completely safe experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\n  \n  \nWhat to Expect & Visitor Tips\nWell-maintained walking trails and boardwalks make it easy to explore the area while protecting the snakes and their habitat. Educational signage throughout the site explains the science behind this phenomenon\, making it a great outing for families\, students\, and nature lovers. \n\nAdmission: Free\nBest time of day: Late morning to early afternoon (11 AM – 3 PM)\nWear: Comfortable shoes; trails can be uneven\nStay safe: Stick to designated paths and avoid disturbing wildlife\n\nWhether it’s a first visit or a yearly tradition\, the Narcisse Snake Dens offer a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure and a chance to experience Manitoba’s natural beauty up close. \nDirections Google Maps \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/narcisse-snake-dens/ LOCATION:Narcisse Snake Dens\, Highway 17\, Narcisse\, Manitoba\, R0C 2H0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Giveaway,Health,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/narcisse-snake-dens.webp GEO:49.8954221;-97.1385145 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Narcisse Snake Dens Highway 17 Narcisse Manitoba R0C 2H0 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Highway 17:geo:-97.1385145,49.8954221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T112749 CREATED:20240424T222733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T231516Z UID:128284-1778230800-1778432400@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:City of Winnipeg Compost Giveaway DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\nCompost Giveaway Details\nCompost Giveaway\nMay 8–10\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\, while quantities last \nTo thank Winnipeg residents for giving us their yard waste\, we are giving away free compost\, from our yard waste collection service! \nOnly Winnipeg residents are eligible to receive free compost. Compost giveaway is limited to 100 L per vehicle or five 19-litre/5 gallon pails per vehicle. \nLocations\n\n1901 Brady Road (next to Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot)\nKilcona Dog Park\, west parking lot off McIvor Avenue (line up on Norris Road\, south McIvor Avenue)\nSummit Road closed landfill site\, Summit Road north of Optimist Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Get Your Compost Safely\nResidents must: \n\nBring your own containers\, shovel\, and gloves – prepare to get a little dirty\nPack and carry your own compost. Our employees will not be available to assist customers\nOnly one vehicle will be allowed per compost pile at a time. There can be a waiting period.\n\nUsing the Compost\nCompost is a natural fertilizer that promotes vegetation growth and is often used on lawns and in gardens. \nFor best results\, mix one-part compost with three parts soil. \nAdding compost to your soil can help: \n\nSave water\nImprove soil structure\nAdd micronutrients\nCreate better conditions for plant growth\nReduce plant diseases\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Compost\nThe yard waste we collect is taken to the Brady Road Resource Management Facility and turned into a nutrient-rich material called compost. \nThis compost meets Category A standards under the CCME Guideline for Compost Quality\, which is safe to use in all household applications\, including vegetable gardens. \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/city-of-winnipeg-compost-giveaway/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations CATEGORIES:Giveaway,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/City-of-Winnipeg-Compost-Giveaway.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260613T112749 CREATED:20230412T200005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T002303Z UID:48497-1778284800-1778457599@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend May 9-10 DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\nGiveaway Weekends\nMay 9 and 10\, 2026. \nGiveaway Weekends are a great way to reduce waste\, and keep items out of the landfill\, by giving reusable\, unwanted items a new home. \nWhat to do\n\nPlace unwanted\, reusable household items at the curb on your front street\nLabel each item with a ‘free' sticker or sign.\nKeep any items safely stored away that you don't want to give away\nRemove leftover items from the curb by dusk on Sunday\n\nWhat to give\n\nBooks\, CDs\, DVDs\nFurniture\, electronics\, artwork\, mirrors\nSports equipment\, toys\nYard and gardening tools and equipment (e.g.\, lawn mowers\, snow throwers\, rakes\, shovels)\nSmall appliances\, kitchen gadgets\, dishes\, cutlery\, pots and pans\nConstruction material (e.g.\, nails\, paint\, wood)\nClothing\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat not to give\n\nItems harbouring bed bugs (e.g.\, mattresses\, furniture\, bedding)\nToilets (with a flush volume of 13 litres or more)\nVisit the Consumer Product Safety Bureau to find out about items that aren't safe to give away (e.g.\, baby walkers\, lawn darts)\n\nGiveaway pick up rules and tips\n\nTake only the items at the curb marked “FREE”\nCheck all items closely for bed bugs before you put them in your vehicle or bring them into your home\nRespect other people's property – don't walk or drive on people's lawns or gardens\nGiveaway items should still be in good condition\nDon't discard any items on another person's lawn\nObey the traffic laws at all times (e.g.\, don't block traffic\, park illegally or block people's driveways with your vehicle)\nWatch out for children\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to do with leftover items\n\nUse the Recyclepedia to learn where leftover items could go\nBring accepted items to a 4R Winnipeg Depot\nConsider donating unwanted items to:\nCanadian Diabetes Association (clothing only)\nGoodwill Industries\nOyate Tipi Cumini Yape\nAdult & Teen Challenge\nSalvation Army\nThrift Stores (during business hours)\nDonation Centres\nWarehouse located at 25 Furniture Park Road (off Gateway)\nPick up of large items (i.e. furniture) by calling 1-800-PLS-GIVE (1-800-757-4483)\nOffer them to members of local community gifting groups\nYou can find many of these groups on Facebook by searching for ‘Buy Nothing’ and choosing your local area’s group\nLarge items (e.g.\, furniture\, mattresses) left at the curb will not be picked up with regular garbage collection. These items are eligible for our large item pick up service.\nPlease take accepted items such as metal and untreated wood to any 4R Winnipeg Depot. Take not accepted items to the Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot\, which is the only depot that accepts garbage.\n\n\n\n\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/free-giveaway-weekend/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations in Winnipeg\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Cause,Giveaway,Health,Movies,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/free-giveaway-weekend-May-10-11.png GEO:49.8954221;-97.1385145 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR