10+ Free Winnipeg Weekend Events & Activities December 5-7

Experience the Manitoba Museum like never before at First Fridays, presented in partnership with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries! Enjoy free general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery from 4 PM to 9 PM. Explore special exhibits, hands-on activities, and Planetarium shows like Wilfred Buck’s Star Stories and The Longest Night. No registration required—just drop in for an evening of fun, learning, and discovery!

Join the Grace Hospital Foundation on December 5, 2025, for the annual Tree of Life Winter Celebration at Sturgeon Creek Park. Enjoy free photos with Santa from 5 PM to 8 PM, a dazzling fireworks display, and a drive-in screening of the holiday favorite The Santa Clause. Warm up with hot chocolate and sweet treats as the Grace community comes together to say thank you for their generous support. It’s a festive evening of family fun and community spirit under the glow of over 3,000 lights on the Tree of Life.

Premier Wab Kinew and members of the legislative assembly invite all Manitobans to the annual Holiday Open House at the Manitoba Legislative Building on December 6, 2025. Enjoy an afternoon of festive music, food, and community cheer inside Manitoba’s most iconic building. Doors open at 11:00 AM with programming beginning at noon. Guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations in support of the Christmas Cheer Board of Winnipeg. Can’t attend in person? Tune in to the livestream from noon to 3:00 PM at news.gov.mb.ca and celebrate virtually!

It’s the season for Photos with Santa at IKEA Winnipeg! Visit every weekend from December 6 through December 21 to capture festive family memories with Santa Claus. No registration required — just drop in and enjoy the holiday spirit. Santa will be available on December 6 from 2 PM to 6 PM and December 7 from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Don’t miss this free and cheerful photo opportunity!

Explore over a century of law enforcement history at the Winnipeg Police Museum, featuring artifacts dating back to 1874. Located inside the Winnipeg Police Headquarters, the museum offers a fascinating look at the evolution of policing in the city. Admission is free and open to all!

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Celebrate Manitoba’s rich sporting heritage at the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame. Featuring exhibits, artifacts, photos, and stories from over 500 inducted individuals and teams across sports like hockey, curling, basketball, and speed skating, this free-entry gallery offers a powerful look into the province’s athletic achievements. A must-visit for sports fans of all ages!

Celebrate the holiday season at IKEA Winnipeg with a fun Gingerbread House Building Competition on December 5, 2025! Bring your family or friends and get creative designing your own festive masterpiece. No registration is required—just arrive early, as participation is limited to the first 30 IKEA Family groups. The winning team will receive an IKEA Gift Card. Sweet creativity meets holiday fun in this festive in-store event!

Join The WRENCH for the 15th annual Cycle of Giving, a 24-hour bike-building marathon where volunteers prepare over 400 kids’ bikes for distribution to community organizations across Winnipeg. No experience needed — everyone is welcome to help build, tune, or cheer on the team. Secure bike parking is available for volunteers. Be part of this heartwarming event that connects hundreds of kids with safe, free bikes during the holidays!

Ka Ni Kanichihk invites everyone to its first Holiday Market on December 6, 2025! Browse handmade gifts, food, and baking from local artisans, including Indigenous vendors (free tables for Indigenous sellers). Enjoy a warm community atmosphere, food for sale such as taco-in-a-bag, and contribute to a food drive supporting community members in need. All proceeds from food sales support the United Way Winnipeg Fundraising Campaign.

Glenwood Community Centre invites everyone to its annual Christmas Craft & Vendors Market on December 6, 2025. Shop local makers and discover handmade holiday treasures perfect for everyone on your list. Enjoy a Kids Craft Zone, a silent auction, and complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea with any vendor purchase. A cozy, community-based event for all ages!

SnowFest Winnipeg is back for a fun-filled indoor celebration on December 6, 2025! Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of cookie decorating, crafts, snow cones, coffee, and hot cocoa. Enjoy a special magic show at 1:30 PM, plus prizes and hands-on fun for kids. Everyone is welcome — come and make warm memories at this free community event!

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with CAMI at Family Christmas 2025! Enjoy an evening of light, music, dance, creativity, and community spirit. Families can take part in lantern making, Christmas card crafting, cultural dance performances, and homemade food for sale. This free community celebration is open to everyone, but registration is required to attend. If you’ve registered and can’t make it, please contact CAMI to free your spot.

Join the Transcona Museum for a magical afternoon with Santa aboard the iconic CN 2747 locomotive! Bring your own camera and take a free photo with Santa as he makes a stop at this local landmark. Weather-dependent — the event will be canceled in extreme cold or storms. Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit for a unique photo opportunity and help support the Transcona Food Bank.

Norberry-Glenlee Community Centre invites families to its annual Breakfast with Santa on December 7, 2025! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, fun activities, and a visit from Santa himself. Free admission and free Santa photos make this event a perfect, family-friendly way to start your Sunday morning festivities.

Santa is coming to Tyndall Park Community Centre for the annual Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a free pancake breakfast, community fun, and a local vendor market. Donations will be accepted in support of the Northwest Bear Clan Patrol. Bring your family, your holiday spirit, and celebrate together with the community!

Celebrate the season with Valour Community Centre’s Cookies with Santa & Mrs. Claus event! Families can enjoy free cookies, holiday activities, and take home a Polaroid photo with Santa. This community event, brought to you in partnership with Councillor Cindy Gilroy, is the perfect way to spend a cheerful afternoon with family.

The West End Resource Centre and Paradise Band WPG invite everyone to their annual Community Christmas Party! Enjoy an afternoon packed with food, entertainment, raffles, giveaways, crafts, and free photos with Santa. Admission is free, but tickets are required and available for pickup at the West End Resource Centre between 1 PM and 4 PM, on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss this lively holiday celebration filled with community cheer!

Children are invited to come and do their holiday shopping at very low cost at the Greendell Park Community Centre. This long-standing community tradition gives kids the chance to surprise their families with personalized gifts. A fun and affordable way for kids to share in the joy of giving during the holidays!

Join Thomson in the Park Funeral Home for a family-friendly Winter Gathering & Market in support of the South Winnipeg Family Information Centre. Enjoy sleigh and wagon rides (11 AM–2 PM), cookie decorating, hot chocolate, photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus at 11:30 AM, and a Christmas craft market. Bring family and friends for a day full of community spirit and festive fun!

Experience the beauty and warmth of the season at the Classic Christmas Concert at 877 Wilkes Avenue. This free evening event features traditional Christmas carols, scripture readings, and a joyful community sing-along. Enjoy performances by the 65-voice Celebration Choir, Children’s Choir, Chapel Brass, Quartet, and Trio. Admission is free, and seating is first-come, first-served after 6 PM. Gather family and friends to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas through music and fellowship.

Enjoy a night of high-energy live music with River City 6 at McPhillips Station Casino! Dance, sing, and unwind to great tunes on the Mainstage from 9 PM to midnight. Open to guests 18 and older.

Catch Two 4 The Show live at Loft 180 inside McPhillips Station Casino! Enjoy an evening of great music, food, and drinks in a lively atmosphere. Open to guests 18 and older.

Two 4 The Show returns for another night of live entertainment at Loft 180! Sit back with a drink or hit the floor for a night of lively covers and good vibes. This event is 18+.

Don’t miss Crackin Foxy performing live on the Mainstage at McPhillips Station Casino! Enjoy a fun evening of music, drinks, and entertainment in the heart of the casino. Open to guests 18 and older.

Join the excitement of Winnipeg Jets Game Day at the Casinos of Winnipeg! Fans can cheer on the Jets while enjoying the Game Day Special — a double order of smoked ribs for only $18.95, plus drink specials throughout the night. There are also great prize pack giveaways and other surprises. Open to guests 18 and older. Please note: Food specials may vary by game.