BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.0//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 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:20260503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517 DTSTAMP:20260504T024244Z 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[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \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[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! Free outdoor entertainment includes live music\, street performers\, food trucks\, and artisan vendors. Catch lunchtime concerts or dance to bands from 8 pm to midnight. Public washrooms\, ATMs\, and a beer tent are available for your convenience. 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 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 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/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 END:VCALENDAR