BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Winnipeg for Free 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:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260831T235228Z CREATED:20230412T200005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T235228Z UID:10001937-1789171200-1789343999@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend September 12-13 DESCRIPTION:.section {\n background: #F0FFFF;\n padding: 24px; /* inner padding */\n margin-bottom: 50px;\n border-left: 4px solid #3498db; /* blue accent */\n box-shadow: 0 1px 5px rgba(0\,0\,0\,0.1);\n border-radius: 6px;\n max-width: 700px;\n margin-left: auto;\n margin-right: auto;\n}\n\n.section-title {\n font-size: 1.3em;\n font-weight: bold;\n color: #2c3e50;\n margin-bottom: 14px;\n}\n\n.section p {\n text-align: left; /* FIX: prevents large word spacing */\n margin-top: 12px;\n margin-bottom: 14px;\n line-height: 1.9; /* readable spacing */\n}\n\n.fusion-button {\n margin-top: 16px;\n display: inline-block;\n}\n\n \nShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \n\nGiveaway Weekends\nSeptember 12=13\, 2026. \nGiveaway Weekends are a great way to reduce waste\, and keep items out of the landfill\, by giving reusable\, unwanted items a new home. \nWhat to do\n\nPlace unwanted\, reusable household items at the curb on your front street\nLabel each item with a ‘free' sticker or sign.\nKeep any items safely stored away that you don't want to give away\nRemove leftover items from the curb by dusk on Sunday\n\nWhat to give\n\nBooks\, CDs\, DVDs\nFurniture\, electronics\, artwork\, mirrors\nSports equipment\, toys\nYard and gardening tools and equipment (e.g.\, lawn mowers\, snow throwers\, rakes\, shovels)\nSmall appliances\, kitchen gadgets\, dishes\, cutlery\, pots and pans\nConstruction material (e.g.\, nails\, paint\, wood)\nClothing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nWhat not to give\n\nItems harbouring bed bugs (e.g.\, mattresses\, furniture\, bedding)\nToilets (with a flush volume of 13 litres or more)\nVisit the Consumer Product Safety Bureau to find out about items that aren't safe to give away (e.g.\, baby walkers\, lawn darts)\n\nGiveaway pick up rules and tips\n\nTake only the items at the curb marked “FREE”\nCheck all items closely for bed bugs before you put them in your vehicle or bring them into your home\nRespect other people's property – don't walk or drive on people's lawns or gardens\nGiveaway items should still be in good condition\nDon't discard any items on another person's lawn\nObey the traffic laws at all times (e.g.\, don't block traffic\, park illegally or block people's driveways with your vehicle)\nWatch out for children\n\n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nWhat to do with leftover items\n\nUse the Recyclepedia to learn where leftover items could go\nBring accepted items to a 4R Winnipeg Depot\nConsider donating unwanted items to:\nCanadian Diabetes Association (clothing only)\nGoodwill Industries\nOyate Tipi Cumini Yape\nAdult & Teen Challenge\nSalvation Army\nThrift Stores (during business hours)\nDonation Centres\nWarehouse located at 25 Furniture Park Road (off Gateway)\nPick up of large items (i.e. furniture) by calling 1-800-PLS-GIVE (1-800-757-4483)\nOffer them to members of local community gifting groups\nYou can find many of these groups on Facebook by searching for ‘Buy Nothing’ and choosing your local area’s group\nLarge items (e.g.\, furniture\, mattresses) left at the curb will not be picked up with regular garbage collection. These items are eligible for our large item pick up service.\nPlease take accepted items such as metal and untreated wood to any 4R Winnipeg Depot. Take not accepted items to the Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot\, which is the only depot that accepts garbage.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″]\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n 02\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n WAG Wednesday NightsWAG Wednesday Nights offers free admission every Wednesday evening from 5:00–9:00 PM at WAG-Qaumajuq\, starting January 2026\, with live music\, interactive activities\, and rotating cultural programming in the heart of[...] Find out more\n \n \n Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery\,\n\n300 Memorial Blvd.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Entry Into Manitoba Parks September 4-7Enjoy free entry to Manitoba’s provincial parks and explore scenic trails\, lakes\, and outdoor adventures. Take part in guided tours\, stargazing\, and family-friendly activities while experiencing the beauty of nature[...] Find out more\n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Crave Nite FestivalCrave Nite Festival takes over The Forks CN Stage & Field from September 4–6\, 2026\, with free admission\, food trucks\, a night market\, live DJs\, entertainment\, giveaways and more. Find out more\n \n \n The Forks\,\n\nFORKS MARKET RD\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 4L9\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in September 4-7A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. Find out more\n \n \n Winnipeg\, Manitoba\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 04\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n First Fridays at The Manitoba MuseumExplore history\, science & community at First Fridays at The Manitoba Museum! This free monthly event offers extended hours and free admission to all exhibits on Friday\, February 6 from[...] Find out more\n \n \n Manitoba Museum\,\n\n190 Rupert Avenue\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3B 0N2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 05\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Winnipeg Lantern FestivalCelebrate the Labour Day long weekend at the **Winnipeg Lantern Festival**\, September 5–6\, 2026\, in the Exchange District. Enjoy illuminated lantern displays\, cultural performances\, live entertainment\, food vendors and family-friendly[...] Find out more\n \n \n Old Market Square\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 06\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Free Admission to CMHREnjoy Free Admission to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights every Sunday at 85 Israel Asper Way\, Winnipeg. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits and inspiring human rights stories without charge[...] Find out more\n \n \n Canadian Museum for Human Rights\,\n\n85 Israel Asper Way\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R3C 0L5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 11\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n The Weekender – Downtown's Biggest Street FestivalExperience The Weekender on Graham Avenue from September 11–13\, 2026\, with three days of live entertainment\, food\, activities and downtown fun from 4–9 PM. Find out more\n \n \n Graham Avenue\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend September 12-13Reclutter your home and find free furniture\, appliances\, books\, and more at the Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend! September 12-13\, 2026 at curbsides across Winnipeg. Reduce waste and discover hidden gems! Find out more\n \n \n Multiple Locations in Winnipeg\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n 12\n September\n 2026\n \n \n \n Winnipeg Chinatown Night MarketEnjoy free admission to the 2026 Winnipeg Chinatown Night Market – Lucky Duck Festival\, September 12–13\, featuring food vendors\, cultural performances\, live entertainment\, competitions and family-friendly activities. Find out more\n \n \n Chinatown Winnipeg\,\n\nChinatown\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/free-giveaway-weekend/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations in Winnipeg\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Cause,Giveaway,Health,Movies,Multiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/free-giveaway-weekend-May-10-11.png GEO:49.8954221;-97.1385145 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR