A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family, live music, arts, movies, and more.
Experience The Weekender on Graham Avenue from September 11–13, 2026, with three days of live entertainment, food, activities and downtown fun from 4–9 PM.
Reclutter your home and find free furniture, appliances, books, and more at the Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend! September 12-13, 2026 at curbsides across Winnipeg. Reduce waste and discover hidden gems!
Second Saturdays at Dalnavert
Enjoy free admission to the 2026 Winnipeg Chinatown Night Market – Lucky Duck Festival, September 12–13, featuring food vendors, cultural performances, live entertainment, competitions and family-friendly activities.
On 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, celebrating Black History Month with designers like Weani Designs and YNKstitches. The event features a fashion show, talks by designers, an art-making activity, and a family-friendly dance party—all free for everyone!
Enjoy 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.
Celebrate 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 activities for all ages.
Explore 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 4pm to 9pm.
Enjoy 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 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Ideal for families, students, and educators, the museum offers a rich educational experience. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and engage with powerful narratives in a unique and accessible environment.