BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.0//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/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTSTAMP:20260215T011135Z CREATED:20260215T011033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T011135Z UID:145569-1772841600-1773014399@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2026 Gimli Ice Festival 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 \nShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n\n2026 Gimli Ice Festival: March 7–8\nCost: $5 admission \nCelebrate the magic of winter on the frozen shores of Lake Winnipeg at the 15th Annual Gimli Ice Festival. \nRunning Saturday\, March 7 and Sunday\, March 8\, 2026\, this weekend-long celebration combines high-octane racing\, Viking heritage\, and family-friendly competition in one of Manitoba’s most iconic lakeside towns. \nWhether you're looking for an adrenaline rush or a cozy cultural getaway\, the Gimli Ice Festival is the premier Interlake winter event you won't want to miss. \nSaturday Night Highlight: Fireworks at the Pier\nFIREWORKS AT THE GIMLI HARBOUR \nWhen: Saturday\, March 7th at 7:00 pm. \nJoin the community at the pier for a breathtaking display over the frozen lake—the perfect way to cap off your first day of festival fun. \nFestival Admission & Participation\nTo join the fun and compete in the weekend’s various challenges\, grab your Festival Pass! \n\nCost: Only $5.00\nValue: Required to be an official participant in games and activities\nInfo: Passes are available at the Festival Headquarters (Lake Winnipeg Visitor Centre)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nAdrenaline & Competition\n\nFIRE on ICE Car Racing: Watch the Winnipeg Sports Car Club battle it out on the frozen lake in a high-speed spectacle of skill and ice-drifting.\nPolar Games Teams Competition: Gather your squad and compete for winter glory in our signature team challenges.\nA Viking’s Challenge (7th Edition): Test your strength and endurance in this legendary Gimli tradition.\nHailey’s Way Fishing Derby: Cast a line and see if you can land the big one on the ice.\nJus Chillin ATV/UTV Show ‘N Shine: Admire the best winter rigs and off-road builds.\nFrozen Fish Toss: A quirky local favorite that’s exactly what it sounds like—pure winter fun.\n\nFamily Fun & Interactive Arts\n\nJourney To Arendelle: A magical experience for the little ones to meet their favorite snowy characters.\nFrozen T-Shirt Competition: How fast can you put on a frozen shirt? It’s harder (and colder) than it looks!\nHorse-drawn Wagon Rides: Take a scenic tour through the heart of Gimli in classic winter style.\nCreative Corner: Create your own Cool-io-Canvas Painting\, join the Festival Mural Creation\, or get festive with Face Painting.\nHarness Dog Winter Sports Demo: See the incredible teamwork of working dogs in their element.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nHeritage & Culture\n\nThe Hands Of Lugh: Step into history with Viking Life Reenactors and live combat demonstrations.\nGimli Red River Metis: Celebrate local indigenous culture and history through community displays.\nGIFF Film Screening: Catch a special Gimli International Film Festival reflection video and cinematic showcase.\n\nWinter Eats & Treats\n\nKiwanis Pancake Breakfast: Start your festival mornings right with a hearty community breakfast.\nBannock & Tea On An Open Fire: Warm your soul with traditional treats and sweet Maple Syrup Taffy on the snow.\n\nPlan Your Weekend in Gimli\nLocated just an hour north of Winnipeg\, the Gimli Ice Festival is the perfect destination for families\, photographers\, and winter enthusiasts. \nDress warmly\, bring your $5 participation pass\, and prepare for a weekend of “cool” memories! \nLocation: Gimli Harbour & Various Downtown Venues\nDates: March 7 – March 8\, 2026 \n\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″]\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 15\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2026 Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market SquareDon't miss the epic 12-day Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square (July 17-28\, 2024) in Winnipeg's Exchange District! 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While entry is free\, consider tipping the performers! \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Old Market Square\,\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 July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Crave Nite FestivalPHN0eWxlPgouc2VjdGlvbiB7CiAgYmFja2dyb3VuZDogI0YwRkZGRjsKICBwYWRkaW5nOiAyNHB4OyAvKiBpbm5lciBwYWRkaW5nICovCiAgbWFyZ2luLWJvdHRvbTogNTBweDsKICBib3JkZXItbGVmdDogNHB4IHNvbGlkICMzNDk4ZGI7IC8qIGJsdWUgYWNjZW50ICovCiAgYm94LXNoYWRvdzogMCAxcHggNXB4IHJnYmEoMCwwLDAsMC4xKTsKICBib3JkZXItcmFkaXVzOiA2cHg7CiAgbWF4LXdpZHRoOiA3MDBweDsKICBtYXJnaW4tbGVmdDogYXV0bzsKICBtYXJnaW4tcmlnaHQ6IGF1dG87Cn0KCi5zZWN0aW9uLXRpdGxlIHsKICBmb250LXNpemU6IDEuM2VtOwogIGZvbnQtd2VpZ2h0OiBib2xkOwogIGNvbG9yOiAjMmMzZTUwOwogIG1hcmdpbi1ib3R0b206IDE0cHg7Cn0KCi5zZWN0aW9uIHAgewogIHRleHQtYWxpZ246IGxlZnQ7IC8qIEZJWDogcHJldmVudHMgbGFyZ2Ugd29yZCBzcGFjaW5nICovCiAgbWFyZ2luLXRvcDogMTJweDsKICBtYXJnaW4tYm90dG9tOiAxNHB4OwogIGxpbmUtaGVpZ2h0OiAxLjk7IC8qIHJlYWRhYmxlIHNwYWNpbmcgKi8KfQoKLmZ1c2lvbi1idXR0b24gewogIG1hcmdpbi10b3A6IDE2cHg7CiAgZGlzcGxheTogaW5saW5lLWJsb2NrOwp9Cgo8L3N0eWxlPg== Find What You Crave Presented by Alark Co. | Summer 2026 Experience a reimagined \nFind out more\n \n \n \n The Forks\,\n\nFORKS MARKET RD\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 4L9\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 24\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manitoba Sunflower 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 Thursday & Friday Thursday 6:00pm – Festival Kick Off BBQ for Community sponsored by \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Altona Centennial Park\,\n\n227 10th Ave. NW\n \n \n Altona\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R0G0B0\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 24\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg. July 24-26A 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 25\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2026 Casinos of Winnipeg Folklorama Kick-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 Casinos of Winnipeg Folklorama Kick-off July 25 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 26\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Open Corydon – Little ItalySpend your Sunday exploring Open Corydon – Little Italy\, where Corydon Avenue becomes a pedestrian-only destination filled with restaurant patios\, local shops\, public art\, live music\, and free summer fun from July 5 to September 6. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Corydon Avenue\,\n\nCorydon Avenue between Lilac St and Daly 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 27\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Purple Room Open Mic at The Cube**Excerpt:** \nEnjoy free live entertainment every Monday this summer at the Purple Room Open Mic at The Cube in Old Market Square. Watch local musicians\, poets\, comedians\, and dancers perform—or take the stage yourself in this welcoming community event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n The Cube Stage (Old Market Square)\,\n\n124 King Street\, Winnipeg\, MB R3B 1H9\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 1H9\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 28\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Family Fun at Assiniboia Downs**Excerpt:** \nEnjoy **Family Fun Nights at Assiniboia Downs** with free admission\, bouncy castles\, face painting\, live children's entertainment\, and exciting thoroughbred racing. Join the fun every Tuesday in July and August\, plus Manitoba Derby Night on August 3\, for a memorable family evening in Winnipeg. \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 28\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bachata Nights inthe ParkLooking for free outdoor dancing in Winnipeg? Bachata Nights in the Park returns to Cargo Bar at Assiniboine Park every Tuesday in July and August with live DJs\, free dance lessons\, and a fun\, family-friendly atmosphere. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 29\n July\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n WAG Wednesday NightsWAG Wednesday Nights offers free admission every Wednesday evening from 5:00–9:00 PM at WAG-Qaumajuq\, starting January 2026\, with live music\, interactive activities\, and rotating cultural programming in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Blvd.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/2026-gimli-ice-festival/ LOCATION:Gimli Harbour & Various Downtown Venues\, Gimli\, Manitoba CATEGORIES:Culture,February 14,Kid Friendly,Live Entertainment,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Gimli-Ice-Festival-2026.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR