A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family, live music, arts, movies, and more.
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Spend 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.
**Excerpt:** Enjoy 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.
**Excerpt:** Enjoy **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.
Looking 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.
WAG 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.
Enjoy 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.
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.
**Excerpt:** Enjoy 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.