10+ Free Things To Do In Winnipeg This Weekend June 6-8

Hi Neighbour Festival

Date:
June 6 @ 5 PM – Midnight
June 7 @ 8 AM – Midnight
June 8 @ 10 AM – 6 PM

Venue: Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Avenue

You won’t believe how many FREE things are happening at the Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival this year! From live concerts and kids’ activities to a massive parade — there’s no cost to join the fun. Find out what’s free (and what’s worth paying for) before you go!

Knight of Celebration at Norberry-Glenlee
Date: June 6 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Venue: 26 Molgat Avenue

Celebrate community fun at the **Knight of Celebration** on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Norberry-Glenlee Community Centre, 26 Molgat Ave. This family-friendly event features bouncy castles, face painters, a petting zoo, and more. Don’t miss the fireworks show after 10:00 PM!

Valour Community Centre Spring Carnival
Date: June 7 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Venue: 1315 Strathcona Ave.

Enjoy family fun at the **Valour Community Centre Spring Carnival** on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1315 Strathcona Street. This free event features games, bouncy castles, face painting, raffle draws, and even tethered hot air balloon rides. The Valour Community Centre Spring Carnival is perfect for all ages with affordable concessions and exciting activities.

MEME @ The Cube!
Date: June 7 @ 12:30 PM – Midnight
Venue: 63 Albert St.

Join Winnipeg’s electronic music enthusiasts for an electrifying experience at MEME, held at The Cube on June 7, 2025. This annual celebration of electronic music features cutting-edge artists, immersive visuals, and a vibrant atmosphere under the open sky. Don’t miss out on this night of beats and creativity in the heart of downtown Winnipeg!

Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum

Date: Friday
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith Street
Free Admission

The Winnipeg Police Museum displays many artifacts related to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force, dating from its beginning in 1874.

Manitoba Sports Hall Of Fame

Date: Friday
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Venue: 145 Pacific Ave., #100
Free Admission

Celebrate the history and achievements of sports in the province. It was established in 1980 and has inducted over 500 individuals and teams from various sports, such as hockey, curling, speed skating, basketball, and more. The museum features exhibits, artifacts, photographs, and stories that showcase Manitoba’s sport heritage and culture.

1st Fridays in Exchange
Date: June 6, 4 PM – 9 PM or later
Venue: Multiple Locations In the Exchange

Winnipeg’s vibrant Exchange District comes alive with extended hours, special events, and open doors at galleries, artist-run centres, studios, shops, and museums. Explore a diverse range of artistic expressions, from captivating exhibitions to live performances and interactive workshops. Mingle with local artists, discover hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the creative energy of the city.

First Fridays @ The Manitoba Museum
Date: June 6, 4 PM – 9 PM
Venue: 190 Rupert Ave

The Marigold Market
Date: June 6, 4 PM – 7 PM
Venue: 10 Marigold W Kld

Join us for the 5th Annual Marigold Market happening June 6 from 4 to 7pm. Food, Music, Artisan products, and a small selection of vegetables and wildflowers will be there – we hope to see you!

Rising Sun Powwow Club
Date: Fridays: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc., 363 McGregor Street

The Rising Sun Powwow Club offers a vibrant and inclusive space for anyone interested in learning and sharing Indigenous cultural practices. It’s a place to explore dancing, drumming, singing, regalia-making, and teachings while connecting with others in the community. This program is open to everyone, regardless of experience, and provides a welcoming environment to celebrate culture.

How to Register:

Email: CulturalYouthHelper@mamawi.com

Call: (204) 925-0300

Free YMCA Youth Access Program Ages 13-17

Date: Every Friday

Venue:
Downtown (301 Vaughn St.) 5 PM to close
Elmwood Kildonan (454 Kimberly Ave.) 7 PM to close
South (5 Fermer Ave.) 7 PM to close
West Portage (3550 Portage Ave.) 7 PM to close

Discover the Free YMCA Youth Access program in Winnipeg, designed for youth ages 13-17 to enjoy safe, inclusive recreational spaces every Friday. Engage in fun activities, connect with peers, and stay active—all with no fees or memberships required. Join this unique community event supported by the City of Winnipeg and United Way.

Free admission to Living Prairie Museum
Date: Every Saturday in May and June, 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue: 240 Prichard Ave.

UGM is hosting a North End Community Barbecue on Saturday, May 31st from 12 pm to 2 pm at our Family Life Centre, 240 Pritchard Avenue.
There will be free food, fun games, and a Bible message.
We are very excited to offer free sign-ups for a week of Bible camp at this barbecue as well!!
Bring your family and friends and connect with your community! Contact 204-943-9904, ext. 222 for more details!

Group Hike in Assiniboine Forest
Date: June 7, 11 AM
Venue: 3000 Grant Ave.

Join us for a relaxing group hike through Assiniboine Forest, with the scenic boardwalk and marsh. This casual hike follows the Sagimay, Traverse, and Preston Trail loop, offering a peaceful escape into nature. Did you know that the Assiniboine part has been proposed to be Winnipeg’s first national urban park? Learn more about CPAWS’ Assiniboine Forest campaign. Remember this is not a guided interpretive nature hike, just a group hike to meet some new people, get outside, and have fun!

Community Band Festival

Date:
June 7, 1-6 PM
June 8, 1-4 PM

Venue: Coronation Park

Two afternoons of great Community Band Music. Bands playing music from Jazz to classical and everything in between. Free admission.

Winnipeg Run Club
Date: Saturdays, 8 AM
Venue: The Forks 1, Forks Market Road

We are a lululemon led community driven run crew. We meet weekly 8am on Saturday mornings at The Forks. Each week we set up 5km & 10km routes with over 20 community run leaders to support you along the way. The intention is everyone feels welcome and safe. It’s a great way to start your weekend, moving with others!

During our warmer months we meet under The Canopy at The Forks

Tyndall Community Market ft. The Food Park
Date: June 7-8, 3 PM – 9 PM
Venue: Tyndall Park Community Centre, 2247 King Edward St

Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, free Zumba, games, music, and more—featuring The Food Park. Free admission and great vibes—don’t miss it!

Winnipeg Video Game Orchestra at Community Band Festival

Date: June 7, 4 PM
Venue: Coronation Park, 51 St Mary’s Road

Come see our first ever performance at the 2025 Community Band Festival! This is a free event for all ages at Coronation Park in St. Boniface all weekend but our performance will be on the Saturday starting at 4PM.

We will be playing arrangements from Super Mario Bros., Pokemon Red/Blue, Super Mario Wonder, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past.

Cambridge Coffeehouse
Date: June 7, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

Join us for a toe-tapping good time of local bands including our own House Blend for the love of music and in support of a worthy cause. Admission is free; we invite donations with all proceeds going towards the Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation “BAG” program, making essential groceries affordable to families, seniors, newcomers and neighbours struggling to make ends meet. Fair trade coffee and home baking with music by candlelight. Families welcome. Don’t miss it!

6 to 12 years old

Crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and locations subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information

Magnus Eliasson Recreation Centre
430 Langside St
Sat/Sun, 10 AM – 4 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre
510 King St.
Sat/Sun, 1 PM – 5 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Lord Selkirk school
170 Poplar Ave.
Sat, 11 AM – 3 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Mayfair Recreation Centre
170 Poplar Ave.
Sat/Sun, 11 AM – 6 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Westdale Pool Building
550 Dale Blvd.
Sat/Sun, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Until June 15, 2025

13 to 17 Years Old
Take part in activities, get fit & make new friends!

Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games, and special events. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Visit Winnipeg.ca or call 311 for the most up-to-date information.

Magnus Eliasson Recreation Centre
430 Langside St
Sat/Sun, 4 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
999 Sargent Ave.
Sat, 6 PM – 9 PM | Until June 29, 2025

Seven Oaks Middle School
800 Salter St.
Sun, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Isaac Newton School
730 Aberdeen Ave.
Sat/Sun, 4 PM – 8 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Keewatin Prairie Community School
730 Aberdeen Ave.
Sun, 3 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Sergeant Tommy Prince Place
90 Sinclair St.
Sat, 12 PM – 8 PM | Until June 28, 2025
Sun, 1 PM – 5 PM | until June 29, 2025

Tyndall Park School
90 Sinclair St.
Sat/Sun, 1 PM – 7 PM | Until June 15, 2025

Bernie Wolfe school
90 Sinclair St.
Sat, 2 PM – 8 PM | Until June 6, 2025

Ladies Free Until 10 PM @ The Palomino Club

Date: Every Friday
Time: 9 PM
Venue: Palomino Club, 436 Main St

TGIF! It’s Ladies’ Night at the #PalominoClub! They also got Buns of Steel going down tonight. Don’t miss out!

Note: This promotion may end at any time without prior notice.

Live Music at McPhillips Station Casino

June 6-7, 2025 @ Loft 180 | 9 PM – 12 AM, Tom Buxtone Duo
June 6-7, 2025 @ Mainstage | 9 PM – 12 AM, Holly Davidson
Venue: 484 McPhillips St

Live Music at Silver Spike Saloon
Date: Every Friday and Saturday, 9 PM – 1 AM
Venue: 202 Bond St

No cover charge. Food + Drinks $$$

Friday Karaoke at the Airport Motor Inn
Date: Every Friday, 10 PM – 2 AM
Venue: Airport Motor Inn, 1800 Ellice Ave.

No cover charge! Drinks+Food $$$

Karaoke Every Friday at the Airport Motor Inn 10pm. Huge stage, Amazing sound and a massive song selection at www.karaokeanonymous.ca
Kitchen closes at 10 so get there early if you wanna order food. Follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook

Note: This event may end without prior notice.

Kids Eat Free at Hooters 
Date: Sunday and Saturday, all day
Venue: 1501 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg

Kids eat free on the weekends at Hooters! *10 & under off the kids menu with the purchase of a adult entrée of $12 or more

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.

Kids Eat Free at Fionn’s
Date: Every Sunday
Venue: 1180 Grant Ave

KIDS EAT FREE + $7 Caesars all day every Sunday.

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.

Stay healthy and have fun by taking a free (or cheap) swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools this summer.

Schedule Effective March 20 – June 14, 2025

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice*

Taka a free swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools.

• Free Swim: designated time for safe activities for everyone; no admission fees apply;
• Loonie / Toonie Swim: designated time for safe activities for all people that meet admission requirements, admission fee for under 18 years is $ 1.00; admission fee for 18 years and over is $2.00;
• Youth Swim: designated time for safe activities for swimmers 9 – 19 years of age.
• Family Swim: designated time for safe activities for families, adults must be accompanied by children and children must be accompanied by adults;

Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex 999 Sargent Avenue

FREE SWIM Sat 2:30 PM – 6 PM
FREE TEEN SWIM Sat 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM

Kinsmen Sherbrook St.

Free Teen Swim Fri 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Free Swim Sat 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Elmwood Kildonans Pool 909 Concordia Avenue

Free Swim Sat 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Free Teen Swim Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old)

Margaret Grant Pool 381 Sherbrook St

Free Swim Fri 8:30 AM – 9:25 AM
Free Teen Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (9–19 Years Old)

Sergeant Tommy Prince Place 90 Sinclair St.

Free Swim Sun 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free Youth Swim Sat 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (9 – 19 years)

Seven Oaks Pool 444 Adsum Drive

Youth Swim Sat 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

St. James Assiniboia Centennial 644 Parkdale St.

Teen Swim Sat 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

St. James Civic Center 2055 Ness Ave

Free Swim Sun 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Free Swim Fri 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Transcona Kinsmen Centennial 1101 Wabasha Street

Free Teen Swim (9 – 19 years) Fri 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Rockin Gimli Harbor Concert Series
Date: June 7 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Venue: 1 Centre St, Gimli, Manitoba

Here’s the updated, fact-checked SEO meta-description: — The **Gimli Harbour Concert Series 2025** offers free live music at the Gimli Pavilion Stage from June to September. Concert times vary, with select performances starting at 1:00 PM or noon, and most evening shows beginning around 7:30 PM at 10 Centre Street, Gimli, Manitoba. Enjoy a full summer of lakeside entertainment featuring talented local bands.

The Manitoba Electrical Museum

Date: Tuesday-Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 680 Harrow St
Price: $5.00 per person, children 5 years & under free.