BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.3.1//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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T213910Z CREATED:20260428T213910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T213910Z UID:10001277-1777629600-1777669200@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Hot Topic Grand Opening at St. Vital 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\nShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n\nGrand Opening Details\nHot Topic Grand Opening at St. Vital \nHot Topic is opening at St. Vital Centre\, bringing the latest in pop culture merchandise\, band apparel\, and alternative fashion. Join us for an exciting grand opening celebration from May 1 to May 3. \nOpening Day: May 1 \nBe among the first to visit the store — the first 100 guests in line will receive a $30 Hot Topic Gift Card*. \n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nWeekend Highlights\n\nGiveaways and special offers\nLive DJ in-store from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM\nA high-energy shopping experience all weekend long\n\nDon’t miss your chance to check out one of the most iconic pop culture retailers as it opens its newest location at St. Vital Centre. \n*Limit of one gift card per person\, while supplies last. \n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\nWhat You Can Expect Inside the Store \nIf you’ve ever stepped into a Hot Topic before\, you already know the vibe. If not\, here’s the quick breakdown: \n🎸 Band merch (from classic rock to modern alt artists) \n🎬 Pop culture apparel (think Marvel\, anime\, horror\, and gaming) \n🖤 Accessories\, collectibles\, and fandom gear \n👕 Graphic tees you won’t find anywhere else \nThe brand is known for blending fashion with identity—whether you're into emo nostalgia\, anime culture\, or just want something different from the usual mall lineup. \n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″]\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n 18\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in September 18-20A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. Find out more\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 19\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n St. Amant Free the Spirit FestivalEnjoy a family-friendly day of music\, food\, activities\, an artisan market and fundraising at the annual Free the Spirit Festival in support of the St.Amant Foundation. Find out more\n \n \n St. Amant\,\n\n440 River Road\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 20\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n We Are All Treaty PeopleCelebrate culture\, community and Treaty relationships at the free\, family-friendly We Are All Treaty People Celebration at The Forks\, featuring music\, dance\, Treaty education\, Indigenous arts and crafts\, food and[...] Find out more\n \n \n 1 Forks Market Road\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Admission to CMHREnjoy Free Admission to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights every Sunday at 85 Israel Asper Way\, Winnipeg. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits and inspiring human rights stories without charge[...] Find out more\n \n \n Canadian Museum for Human Rights\,\n\n85 Israel Asper Way\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0L5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 11\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n Canada Life Free Sundays at WAG-QaumajuqOn the second Sunday of every month\, WAG-Qaumajuq offers free admission and exciting family activities\, thanks to Canada Life. This February 9\, visitors can enjoy a special fashion demonstration\, Threads\,[...] Find out more\n \n \n Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Boulevard\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba R3C 1V1\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 1V1\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Admission to CMHREnjoy Free Admission to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights every Sunday at 85 Israel Asper Way\, Winnipeg. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits and inspiring human rights stories without charge[...] Find out more\n \n \n Canadian Museum for Human Rights\,\n\n85 Israel Asper Way\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0L5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 06\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n Canada Life Free Sundays at WAG-QaumajuqOn the second Sunday of every month\, WAG-Qaumajuq offers free admission and exciting family activities\, thanks to Canada Life. This February 9\, visitors can enjoy a special fashion demonstration\, Threads\,[...] Find out more\n \n \n Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Boulevard\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba R3C 1V1\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 1V1\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n December\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/hot-topic-grand-opening-at-st-vital/ LOCATION:St. Vital Centre\, 1225 St. Mary's Road\, Winnipeg\, R2M 5E5\, CA CATEGORIES:Grand Opening,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Hot-Topic-Grand-Opening-at-St.-Vital.webp GEO:49.8292939;-97.1140093 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Vital Centre 1225 St. Mary's Road Winnipeg R2M 5E5 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1225 St. Mary's Road:geo:-97.1140093,49.8292939 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T035811Z CREATED:20260417T035749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T035811Z UID:10001271-1778839200-1778878800@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:UNIQLO CF Polo Park Grand Opening DESCRIPTION:(The image only for illustrative purposes only. It is not an exact image of UNIQLO CF Polo Park) \nShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n\nUNIQLO CF Polo Park Grand Opening\nUNIQLO CF Polo Park opens in one of Winnipeg’s most active and well-connected neighbourhoods. Located in the heart of CF Polo Park—a bustling hub of shopping\, dining\, and everyday life—our new store brings LifeWear to a community where convenience and energy meet. \nThoughtfully designed in Japan\, LifeWear offers timeless essentials\, innovative fabrics\, and versatile styles made for real life\, all year round. \nVisit our new store and discover simple\, high-quality clothing designed for daily life in Winnipeg. \nAddress: 1485 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, MB R3G 0W4\, Canada \n\n\n\n\n\nStore Hours\nGrand Opening Weekend Hours \n\nFriday: 10 AM – 9 PM\nSaturday: 10 AM – 7 PM\nSunday: 11 AM – 6 PM\n\nMay 18 (Victoria Day) Hours \n\nMonday: 11 AM – 6 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening Weekend Events (May 15–17)\nFree Breakfast Giveaway (May 15\, 9:10–9:35 AM) \n\nCookies by Gunn's Bakery and refreshments by Little Sister Coffee Maker\nFREE breakfast for the first 300 customers\nNo purchase necessary\n\nTaiko Drumming Performance (May 15\, 9:40–9:50 AM) \n\nTraditional Japanese taiko performance by Hinode Taiko\n\nFree Tote Bag Giveaway (May 15\, 10:00 AM) \n\nFirst 500 customers receive a FREE CF Polo Park exclusive tote bag\nLimited to one per person\, while supplies last\n\nFree Travel Mug with Purchase (May 15–17) \n\nSpend $99+ in-store and receive a FREE handle travel mug with straw\nColours are randomly selected\n\nJapanese Lottery Game – Garapon (May 15–17\, 3:00–5:00 PM) \n\n1 FREE spin per UNIQLO app member\nNo purchase necessary\nLimit 1 spin per person per day\n\n\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″]\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n 18\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in September 18-20A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. Find out more\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 19\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n St. Amant Free the Spirit FestivalEnjoy a family-friendly day of music\, food\, activities\, an artisan market and fundraising at the annual Free the Spirit Festival in support of the St.Amant Foundation. Find out more\n \n \n St. Amant\,\n\n440 River Road\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 20\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n We Are All Treaty PeopleCelebrate culture\, community and Treaty relationships at the free\, family-friendly We Are All Treaty People Celebration at The Forks\, featuring music\, dance\, Treaty education\, Indigenous arts and crafts\, food and[...] Find out more\n \n \n 1 Forks Market Road\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Admission to CMHREnjoy Free Admission to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights every Sunday at 85 Israel Asper Way\, Winnipeg. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits and inspiring human rights stories without charge[...] Find out more\n \n \n Canadian Museum for Human Rights\,\n\n85 Israel Asper Way\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0L5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 11\n October\n 2026\n \n \n \n Canada Life Free Sundays at WAG-QaumajuqOn the second Sunday of every month\, WAG-Qaumajuq offers free admission and exciting family activities\, thanks to Canada Life. This February 9\, visitors can enjoy a special fashion demonstration\, Threads\,[...] Find out more\n \n \n Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Boulevard\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba R3C 1V1\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 1V1\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Admission to CMHREnjoy Free Admission to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights every Sunday at 85 Israel Asper Way\, Winnipeg. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits and inspiring human rights stories without charge[...] Find out more\n \n \n Canadian Museum for Human Rights\,\n\n85 Israel Asper Way\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0L5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 06\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n November\n 2026\n \n \n \n Canada Life Free Sundays at WAG-QaumajuqOn the second Sunday of every month\, WAG-Qaumajuq offers free admission and exciting family activities\, thanks to Canada Life. This February 9\, visitors can enjoy a special fashion demonstration\, Threads\,[...] Find out more\n \n \n Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Boulevard\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba R3C 1V1\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 1V1\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n December\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/uniqlo-cf-polo-park-grand-opening/ LOCATION:CF Polo Park\, 1485 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3G0W4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/UNIGLO-grand-opening.webp GEO:49.8815941;-97.197071 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CF Polo Park 1485 Portage Ave Winnipeg Manitoba R3G0W4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1485 Portage Ave:geo:-97.197071,49.8815941 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR