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Free Winnipeg Weekend Events for Kids June 13-15

Name: Free Family Fishing Weekend In Manitoba
Start: 2026-06-06T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-08T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Manitoba Parks

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Posted Every Tuesday before 7 PM.

FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

Summer in the City

Date: June 13-15
Venue: Steinbach, Manitoba, Main Street

Kids Activities:

Crafts
Mini golf
Foam party
Magic show
Face painting
Balloon animals

ring the whole family and enjoy the summer vibes in the heart of the city!

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Free Admission Hour at the Red River Ex – Opening Day

Date: June 13, 5-6 PM

Venue: Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue

Kick off summer with a bang at the Red River Ex on Opening Day – Friday, June 13, 2025! For one hour only, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, enjoy FREE admission into the fairgrounds! Once you’re in you can stay the until closing.

Kids Activities & Entertainment

🎭 Live Performers & Characters

Doo Doo the Clown (roaming the park)
Bandaloni: One-Man-Band
Princess Parties
Superhero Training
Winnipeg Webhead
Peg City Power Rangers
Tiauni Starr: Stilt Walker
Mr. Circus

🐶 Animal & Pet-Themed Fun

Extreme Dogs Shows
KB Clydesdales: Meet & Greet

🎉 Zones & Interactive Fun

Dance Bouncer (Free Family Fun Zone @ The LOOP)
Bubble Barn (Free Family Fun Zone @ The LOOP)

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Academy Road Street Fair

Date: June 13, 5-6 PM
Venue: Academy Road from Lockwood to Oak Street

🎉 Family & Kids Activities

Arts & crafts stations for creative play
Live music and street performances
Local vendor booths (kid-appropriate crafts & goodies)
Interactive games and children’s activities

Street performers mingling along the route

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Happy Days on Henderson

Date: June 14, 11 AM – 3 PM
Venue: 180 Poplar Avenue

Happy Days on Henderson is a free and family-friendly community festival that takes place in the Chalmers neighbourhood of Winnipeg, featuring many fun activities, free hotdogs and drinks, and a plethora of outreach tables.

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Family Day at Red River Ex – Free Admission (12-1 PM)

Date: June 15, 12 PM – 1 PM
Venue: Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue

Kids Activities & Entertainment

🎭 Live Performers & Characters

Doo Doo the Clown (roaming the park)
Bandaloni: One-Man-Band
Princess Parties
Superhero Training
Winnipeg Webhead
Peg City Power Rangers
Tiauni Starr: Stilt Walker
Mr. Circus

🐶 Animal & Pet-Themed Fun

Extreme Dogs Shows
KB Clydesdales: Meet & Greet

🎉 Zones & Interactive Fun

Dance Bouncer (Free Family Fun Zone @ The LOOP)
Bubble Barn (Free Family Fun Zone @ The LOOP)

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DOWNTOWN

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.

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Free Second Saturdays at Dalnavert

Date: June 14, 10 AM – 4 PM
Venue: 61 Carlton St

Free Admission

On the second Saturday of every month, learn to play a Victorian-era game, explore the historic house at your own pace with a self-guided tour, and finish the afternoon with some crafts!

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AROUND WINNIPEG

Bike Week Winnipeg

Date: June 8-14

Venue: Multiple Locations

Neighbourhood Bike Party: South YMCA-YWCA (5 Fermor Avenue)
June 13 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
🚲 Kids & Family Activities

Free bike tune-ups by Coop Vélo-Cité
Bike decorating station
Bike-themed games & activities with Green Kids Inc.
Snacks and refreshments
Goodie giveaways

Kidical Mass Ride (Vimy Ridge Park, 821 Preston Avenue)

June 14 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids & Family Highlights

Bike decorating station at Vimy Ridge Park
Kid-paced group bike ride through the city
Mid-ride snack break
Ends at Bike Week Bash with:
• Live music
• Family-friendly activities

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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.

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Kids 12 and Under FREE @ Manitoba Reptile Breeders Expo!

Date:
June 14, 10 AM – 5 PM
June 15, 10 AM – 4 PM

Venue: 48 Holland Rd, West St. Paul

Discover Manitoba’s largest reptile event at the Manitoba Reptile Breeders Expo 2025! Join us June 14-15 at the Access Centre in West St. Paul for over 1,000 reptiles, expert advice, and exclusive deals. Enjoy VIP early access, family-friendly activities, and chances to win FREE passes. Don’t miss out—visit www.themrbe.com for details!

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River City Brickfest

Date: June 14, 10 AM – 6 PM
Venue: Grant Park Shopping Centre, 1120 Grant Ave

Visit centre court to see amazing builds by the members of the Manitoba Lego Users Group!

This event is a public display that will showcase the amazing talent of builders in their club. Check out their displays and build your own creations in the play bricks area. Vote for the “best in show” build and be entered to win a Lego set!

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Sports Win-Up Sprng Carnival at Deer Lodge Community Club

Date: June 14, 11 AM – 3 PM
Venue: 323 Bruce Ave.

Bouncey castles, face paint, BBQ, cotton candy, popcorn, police cars, outdoor games and more.

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NK Kids Park Party

Date: June 14, 12 PM – 2 PM
Venue: Freight House, 200 Isabel

Join the fun on Saturday, June 14 from 12–2 PM at Bunn’s Creek Park for the return of the NK Kids Park Party — a completely free event with activities for kids of all ages including mascots, candy scrambles, face painting, balloon animals, an art station, and music!

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CHILDREN’S FREE PLAY

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

YOUTH ACTION CENTRES

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

KIDS EAT FOR FREE

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.

FREE SWIM INDOOR POOLS

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;