Ring in 2026 at The Forks with a free Y2K-themed New Year’s Day celebration featuring live music, drag performances, skating, fitness classes, family activities, and more.
East End Community Club
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.
Experience the **We Are Winter Celebration** from January 10–12 at the Riley Family Duck Pond in Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg. Enjoy free winter activities, including skating, skiing, and ice biking, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on January 10 and 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm on January 11 and 12. This festive 3-day event offers live music, cozy saunas, and family-friendly entertainment, making it the perfect way to celebrate the season.
Game Day presented by Qualico takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at Sport Manitoba (145 Pacific Avenue), inviting families to drop in and try over 20 different sports at this free, inclusive event.
Cabin Fever: Free Films for Kids! returns this winter with free Sunday screenings at the David Barber Cinematheque. Families can enjoy beloved classics and animated favourites from January 4 to February 22.
Learn to Winter at The Forks runs every weekend from January to February with free activities celebrating Winnipeg’s winter spirit. Enjoy DJs on Ice, skating lessons, storytelling, wellness classes, and more at locations throughout The Forks, weather permitting.
The Whyte Ridge Community Centre Winter Carnival takes place on Sunday, January 11 from 1:30–4:30 PM at 170 Fleetwood Rd., featuring cross country skiing with Winnipeg Trails, sleigh rides, skating, indoor kids’ activities with MyGym, pizza, hot chocolate, and more at this free family event.
The Winnipeg Police Museum offers free admission and features artifacts dating back to the late 1800s, vintage vehicles and motorcycles, and stories highlighting the history and service of the Winnipeg Police Service, located at 245 Smith Street and open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
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.
Riverview’s favorite winter celebration is back! Get ready for a week of fun, adventure, and community spirit as we embrace the magic of winter together.
A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family, live music, arts, movies, and more.