BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv5.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wpgforfree.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Winnipeg for Free REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Winnipeg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240630T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240630T150000 DTSTAMP:20260513T123510 CREATED:20220528T073623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240630T032143Z UID:87385-1719745200-1719759600@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Canada Day at Bridgewater Lakes Park DESCRIPTION:Date changed from July 1 to June 30\, 2024 due to forecasted weather.×Canada Day at Bridgewater Lakes ParkShare This Story\nCanada Day at Bridgewater Lakes Park: A Celebration of Community and Culture \nBridgewater Lakes Park in Winnipeg is set to host a grand celebration for Canada Day on June 30\, 2024. The event\, which is free and open to the public\, will offer a variety of activities for families and individuals alike\, ensuring a day filled with joy and Canadian pride. \nEvent Overview: \n\nCultural Spectacle: The park will come alive with the vibrant colors and movements of the Dragon Dance\, alongside an array of cultural performances.\nFamily-Oriented Fun: Children and adults can enjoy bouncy castles\, face painting\, balloon twisting\, and a selection of games.\nRefreshments: Guests will be treated to cake and other refreshments\, adding to the festive atmosphere.\nMarketplace: A bazaar will feature a range of goods\, while the craft market will showcase local artisans.\nMusical Entertainment: Live music and performances will set the soundtrack for Canada Day at Bridgewater Lakes Park.\n\nThe article continues below \n\n\n\nThe Winnipeg Chinese Senior Association is proud to host this event\, along with MP Terry Duguid\, MLA David Pancratz\, and Councillor Janice Lukes. The association extends an invitation to food truck vendors and bazaar table exhibitors to participate in this festive occasion. \n\n\n\n\nVendor Participation Contact: \n\nEmail: BO.FU2011@gmail.com\nPhone: 204-291-8369\n\nThe celebration promises to be a highlight of Winnipeg’s summer events\, bringing together the community for a memorable Canada Day at Bridgewater Lakes Park. \n\nPlease note: This blog post is for informational purposes only. Winnipeg for Free is not associated with The Winnipeg Chinese Senior Association in any manner. Confirm program details and availability directly with The Winnipeg Chinese Senior Association.  \n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 03\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Narcisse Snake Dens 2026See thousands of red-sided garter snakes gather at the Narcisse Snake Dens during Manitoba’s incredible spring mating season. 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