BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.2//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:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230603 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230606 DTSTAMP:20190511T212159Z CREATED:20190511T212159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190511T212159Z UID:10000651-1685761200-1685933999@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Pride Festival @ The Forks DESCRIPTION:Share This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″]\n🌈 Pride Festival @ The Forks\n⏰ June 3-4\, Time TBA\n📍 CN Stage and Field\, 1 Forks Market Road \nPride Winnipeg is ready to bring its 2023 festivities to the city and this year's celebration features plenty of live music. \nThe annual event kicks off May 26 with a variety of activities throughout the city\, culminating in the festival at The Forks on June 3 and 4. \nThe article continues below[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″] \n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″]\nThis year's Pride Winnipeg Festival welcomes a glittering lineup of drag performers as well as a stellar lineup of live music to the main stage including headliner Zaki Ibrahim and local of music makers including Ami Cheon\, Tinge\, Sean Irvine Quintet\, and DJs Lucky Sharms\, The Kaptain\, Wanda G\, and MC Luv. \nThe Kids Stage will feature live music from legendary local headliner Al Simmons as well as Jessee Havey & the Banana Band\, French Class\, and Mama Cutsworth's Family Dance Hour. \nPride Winnipeg organizes five milestone events including the Flag Raising\, Vigil\, Rally\, Parade\, and Festival. In addition to Pride's programming\, there are often dozens of events organized by the community during Pride Season. Check out pridewinnipeg.com for all the details. \nGet into the Pride spirit with our Pride Spotify playlist featuring artists from the LGBTQ2S* community in Manitoba including FONTINE\, Mulligrub\, Syd Bomek\, Begonia\, Peter Harder\, Sierra Noble\, Jennifer Machado\, HAVS\, Aidan Shamray\, Cec Lopez\, Raine Hamilton\, Fire & Smoke\, Kieran West\, and more! \nThe article continues below[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″] \n[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″]\nThe Kids Stage will feature live music from legendary local headliner Al Simmons as well as Jessee Havey & the Banana Band\, French Class\, and Mama Cutsworth's Family Dance Hour. \nPride Winnipeg organizes five milestone events including the Flag Raising\, Vigil\, Rally\, Parade\, and Festival. In addition to Pride's programming\, there are often dozens of events organized by the community during Pride Season. Check out pridewinnipeg.com for all the details. \nGet into the Pride spirit with our Pride Spotify playlist featuring artists from the LGBTQ2S* community in Manitoba including FONTINE\, Mulligrub\, Syd Bomek\, Begonia\, Peter Harder\, Sierra Noble\, Jennifer Machado\, HAVS\, Aidan Shamray\, Cec Lopez\, Raine Hamilton\, Fire & Smoke\, Kieran West\, and more![spacer height=”25px” id=”2″] \n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n\n\n\n\n \n\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″]\nSCHEDULE\nSaturday June 3 12:00-6:00 PM \nMAIN STAGE\nThe Galax-E of Ruby Chopstix\nHouse of Haze\nSunshine Bunch\nMC Luv\nWanda G \nKIDS STAGE\nMTYP Workshop\nArt City Workshop\nDrag Queen Story Hour with The Sunshine Bunch\nJessee Havey & The Banana Band \nSunday June 4 – 12:00-6:45 PM \nMAIN STAGE\nSean Irvine Quintet\nTinge\nBlack Moon Coven\nChemical X\nSnowy Owl Monarchist Society\nAmi Cheon\nZaki Ibrahim\nDJ Lucky Sharms & The Kaptain with special guests\nThe Bannock Babes \nKIDS STAGE\nFrench Class\nDrag Queen Story Hour with House of Hex\nAl Simmons\nMama Cutsworth's Family Dance Hour \nThis event is an MB Live partnered event. For more info about MB Live\, visit manitobamusic.com/mblive. For more info about partnerships\, please visit manitobamusic.com/partnerships.[spacer height=”25px” id=”2″] \n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \nUpcoming Events\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission for Kids at FolkloramaExperience the magic of Folklorama 2024 in Winnipeg! Immerse yourself in a world of cultures with over 40 pavilions showcasing music\, dance\, food\, and traditions. Enjoy free admission for kids 12 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of diversity from August 4-17\, 2024\, at various locations across Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Folklorama Locations\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n August\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 \n \n \n \n \n 13\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bee Amazing Free Kids ActivitiesEnjoy free family fun every Thursday at 11:00 AM this summer at Garden City Shopping Centre. Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips 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 14\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in August 14-16A 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 14\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\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 14\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2026 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert SeriesEnjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night this summer at the 2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series! Local bands take the stage from 7pm to 10pm along Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg. Discover diverse genres\, community vibes\, and talented performers. Bring your lawn chair and experience a harmonious summer tradition. (June 21 - August 31\, 2024) \nFind out more\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 16\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Summer Concert Series at Assiniboine Park Lyric TheatreEnjoy free outdoor concerts at the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park on select Thursdays and Sundays from July 5 to August 30\, 2026. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live local music from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 18\n August\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 19\n August\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 \n \n \n \n \n 20\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bee Amazing Free Kids ActivitiesEnjoy free family fun every Thursday at 11:00 AM this summer at Garden City Shopping Centre. Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips Street\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/pride-festival-the-forks/ LOCATION:The Forks\, FORKS MARKET RD\, Winnipeg\, R3C 4L9\, CA CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Live Music GEO:49.8881447;-97.13147 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Forks FORKS MARKET RD Winnipeg R3C 4L9 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=FORKS MARKET RD:geo:-97.13147,49.8881447 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230613 DTSTAMP:20240529T224338Z CREATED:20190528T025703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T224338Z UID:10000657-1686268800-1686614399@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Springfield Chickendaze DESCRIPTION:Springfield ChickendazeShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \nOakbank Chicken Daze Promises a Fun-Filled Weekend for Everyone in Manitoba! \nThe 14th annual Oakbank Chicken Daze is gearing up to be an exciting weekend extravaganza in Manitoba! This family-friendly event promises fun activities\, delicious food\, and live entertainment for all ages. \nGet ready for: \n\n\nA spectacular Chickendaze Parade with dazzling floats rolling down Main St. in Oakbank on Saturday\, June 1st. Want to join the parade fun? Registration details will be available soon! \n\n\nTons of children's entertainment! Face painting\, glitter tattoos\, and balloon animals. Kids can also meet famous characters enjoy  performances (schedule to be announced). \n\n\nThe Royal Chickee Derby\, a must-do race for children aged 4-10. Race your very own mini chicken and be crowned royalty! \n\n\nThe article continues below \n\n\n\nA vibrant Vendor Village filled with unique crafts\, delicious food\, and more (open on Saturday\, June 1st). \nA heartwarming community church service under the big tent on Sunday\, June 2nd. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy fellowship with your neighbors. \nLive entertainment at the Barnyard Mainstage throughout the weekend. \n[spacer height=”20px”] \n\n\n[spacer height=”20px”] \nGet ready for thrills! Select Shows Midway and Carnival will be in attendance\, offering exciting rides for all ages (pay-per-ride). Unlimited ride wristbands will be available for purchase: \n\n$30 on Friday (opening at 5 PM)\n$35 on Saturday (opening at noon)\n$30 on Sunday (opening at noon)\n\nFriday and Saturday nights offer ticketed evening entertainment (details to be announced). \nStay tuned for the full schedule and more information about the Springfield Chicken Daze! \n[spacer height=”20px”] \nPlease note: This blog post is for informational purposes only. Winnipeg for Free is not associated with Springfield Chickendaze in any manner. Confirm program details and availability directly with Springfield Chickendaze.  \n\n\n\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \nUpcoming Events\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission for Kids at FolkloramaExperience the magic of Folklorama 2024 in Winnipeg! Immerse yourself in a world of cultures with over 40 pavilions showcasing music\, dance\, food\, and traditions. Enjoy free admission for kids 12 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of diversity from August 4-17\, 2024\, at various locations across Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Folklorama Locations\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n August\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 \n \n \n \n \n 13\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bee Amazing Free Kids ActivitiesEnjoy free family fun every Thursday at 11:00 AM this summer at Garden City Shopping Centre. Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips 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 14\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in August 14-16A 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 14\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\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 14\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2026 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert SeriesEnjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night this summer at the 2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series! Local bands take the stage from 7pm to 10pm along Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg. Discover diverse genres\, community vibes\, and talented performers. Bring your lawn chair and experience a harmonious summer tradition. (June 21 - August 31\, 2024) \nFind out more\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 16\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Summer Concert Series at Assiniboine Park Lyric TheatreEnjoy free outdoor concerts at the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park on select Thursdays and Sundays from July 5 to August 30\, 2026. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live local music from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 18\n August\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 19\n August\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 \n \n \n \n \n 20\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bee Amazing Free Kids ActivitiesEnjoy free family fun every Thursday at 11:00 AM this summer at Garden City Shopping Centre. Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips Street\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/chickendaze/ LOCATION:Oakbank Community Club/One Insurance Arena\, 1016 Almey Ave\, Oakbank\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Festival,Kid Friendly,Live Music GEO:49.9428481;-96.8400242 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakbank Community Club/One Insurance Arena 1016 Almey Ave Oakbank Manitoba Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1016 Almey Ave:geo:-96.8400242,49.9428481 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR