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First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum

The Manitoba Museum is excited to partner with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries to present First Fridays programming. Join us on the first Friday of every month from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm for free general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium,

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Museum Galleries

The Fabric of Our Being
Urban Corridor | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Fabric of Our Being is a powerful textile art installation conceptualized by Jamaican-Canadian poet, author, and arts educator Nadine Williams. This collaborative masterpiece blends art and poetry to honour Black history while raising awareness about the International Decade for People of African Descent.

Father & Son in Service
Urban Corridor | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This temporary exhibit features the story of Robert Jamerson, who served during the First World War in the No. 2 Construction Battalion, and his son Frank, who served during the Second World War in the 3rd Battalion Edmonton Fusiliers.

Bookmark Making with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries
Foyer | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Paleontology Pop-Up
Earth History Gallery | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Guest Scientists: Child Cognition and Learning Lab
Earth History Gallery | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Science Gallery

Hands-on Fun in the Science Gallery
Science Gallery | 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Test the universal laws of science and explore technology and illusion through interactive, hands-on activities.

New for kids 3 and under: the Toddler Zone.

Guest Scientists: Living Laboratory
Explore Science Zone | 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm




Planetarium

Planetarium | 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Discover what’s happening in Manitoba skies or search for aliens in the show Living Worlds, narrated by Daveed Diggs.

  • 4:30 pm – Manitoba Skies
  • 5:00 pm – Living Worlds
  • 5:30 pm – Manitoba Skies
  • 6:00 pm – Living Worlds
  • 6:30 pm – Manitoba Skies
  • 7:00 pm – Living Worlds
  • 7:30 pm – Manitoba Skies
  • 8:00 pm – Living Worlds
  • 8:30 pm – Manitoba Skies

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Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum

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.

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Winnipeg Police Museum, 245 Smith St.
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Free Admission to Manitoba Sports Hall Of Fame

Discover Manitoba’s sports history with free admission to the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame in downtown Winnipeg. Explore exhibits featuring legendary athletes, championship teams, and unforgettable moments that shaped the province’s sporting legacy.

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Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame, 145 Pacific Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum

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.

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Winnipeg Police Museum, 245 Smith St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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WAG Wednesday Nights

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.

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Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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Free Admission to Manitoba Sports Hall Of Fame

Discover Manitoba’s sports history with free admission to the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame in downtown Winnipeg. Explore exhibits featuring legendary athletes, championship teams, and unforgettable moments that shaped the province’s sporting legacy.

Find out more
Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame, 145 Pacific Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum

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.

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Winnipeg Police Museum, 245 Smith St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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Hospitality, Tourism & Retail Job Fair

Meet top employers in hospitality, tourism, and retail at this upcoming job fair in Winnipeg. Whether starting out or leveling up, this is a chance to connect, get hired, and explore new opportunities.

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RBC Convention Centre, RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J3
Winnipeg, R3C 3J3 CA
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WAG Wednesday Nights

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.

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Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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