2025 Grey Cup Festival Free Events

🏈 2025 Grey Cup Festival — Free Events Highlight

Get ready, Winnipeg! From November 10–16 (November 12-15 free events), 2025, the city will come alive for the 112th Grey Cup Festival, filling downtown with excitement, football pride, and family fun. The best part? Many of the most popular attractions are completely free — perfect for families, friends, and fans looking to experience the Grey Cup spirit without spending a dime.

The events listed below are free. However, there are some paid events. For the full list of events click the button below.

🎉 Wawanesa Street Festival

• Food trucks and local vendors
• Live bands, DJs, and Indigenous performances
• Heated tent with entertainment and activities
• Free hot chocolate and coffee
• Family-friendly fun all day long

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Canada Life Family Zone

• Skill-testing challenges (passing, kicking, and 40-yard dash)
• Family-friendly games and interactive displays
• Safe, indoor fun for children of all ages
• Comfortable rest areas for parents and caregivers

🏈 TELUS CFL Fan Experience

• Meet-and-greets with CFL players and alumni
• Interactive exhibits and football skill challenges
• Photo opportunities with mascots and the Grey Cup
• Games, prizes, and family-friendly entertainment

🍻 TDS Law Outdoor Social

• Live DJ music and outdoor games
• Food trucks and beverage stations
• Social lounges and photo zones
• A fun, energetic atmosphere in downtown Winnipeg

🎅 Manitoba Hydro Santa Parade – Grey Cup Edition

• A holiday favorite with a football flair
• Free family event with a joyful community vibe
• Great photo opportunities along Portage Avenue

🎀 GMC Cheer Extravaganza

• High-energy performances and stunts
• Music, team spirit, and crowd participation
• Free admission — arrive early to grab a good seat!

🌟 Why You Should Go

• All listed events are free and open to the public
• Most take place November 12–15, with the Santa Parade and Cheer Extravaganza on Saturday, November 15
• All venues are centrally located in downtown Winnipeg, within walking distance of each other
• Perfect for all ages — from kids and families to football fans and party-goers alike