Celebrate the wonder of Monarch butterflies at the 16th Annual Monarch Butterfly Festival! This free family-friendly event takes place on July 20th and 21st, from 10am to 3pm at the Living Prairie Museum (2795 Ness Avenue). Enjoy crafts, live butterfly encounters, guided hikes, educational talks, and a native plant sale.
**Step into the Heart of New Iceland** Every August long weekend, Gimli hosts *Íslendingadagurinn*—a free festival packed with Viking battle re-enactments, live music, traditional Icelandic food, a massive parade, and harbour fireworks. Head to the Lake Winnipeg coast for Manitoba’s favorite summer tradition!
Celebrate the harvest season at the Winkler Harvest Festival! Enjoy live music, delicious food, and exciting rides for the whole family. Witness incredible feats of strength at the StrongManitoba competition and cap off the weekend with a dazzling fireworks display. The festival takes place from August 9th to 11th at the Winkler Fairgrounds, located at 1045 Grandeur Avenue, Winkler, Manitoba.
Stonewall Quarry Days 2025 takes place August 15–17 in Stonewall, Manitoba, with events at Main Street and Quarry Park. This family-friendly festival features live music, a parade, midway rides, fireworks, and a Show N’ Shine car show. Visitors can enjoy three days of heritage celebration, community fun, and local entertainment.
Families are invited to the Gymkyds Open House at 421 Beaverhill Blvd on August 17 and 24 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and August 18 and 25 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This free event offers a chance to explore the children’s gymnastics facility, meet the friendly staff, and register for upcoming programs. Kids can enjoy active play in a safe, welcoming environment.
The Morden Corn & Apple Festival takes place August 22–24, 2025, in downtown Morden, Manitoba, offering free admission and family-friendly fun. Visitors can enjoy live music, free corn and apple juice, a parade, midway rides, and local vendors. This beloved annual event draws thousands for three days of entertainment, culture, and community spirit.
Experience the CW25 Street Festival at True North Square and Graham Avenue in Winnipeg from August 22-24, 2024. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a local vendor market, and exciting 3x3 basketball action during this free three-day celebration. Part of the CW25 Celebration Weekend, this festival runs daily from 12 PM to 10 PM, bringing high-energy entertainment and community fun to downtown Winnipeg.
Celebrate 25 years of Gymkyds Gymnastics Centre with a free community event on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 421 Beaverhill Blvd in Winnipeg. Enjoy bouncy castles, hot dogs, snow cones, and family-friendly fun. Gymkyds Gymnastics Centre offers programs that build confidence, coordination, and teamwork for kids of all ages.
The Whyte Ridge Community Centre Winter Carnival, happening on January 12, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, offers a fun-filled afternoon for families in Winnipeg. Guests can enjoy activities like skating, sleigh rides, indoor crafts, and a play structure for kids. The event also features a silent auction and a 50/50 draw. The Winter Carnival will be held at 170 Fleetwood Road, and is free to attend.
Boston Pizza Kids Eat Free September 2025 is available all month long at participating locations across Winnipeg and Canada. From September 1–30, kids aged 10 and under eat free with a minimum \$16 adult entrée purchase. Families can enjoy a budget-friendly night out at Boston Pizza.