BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv6.17.1//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/Chicago 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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T210000 DTSTAMP:20260626T211233Z CREATED:20260626T210935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T211233Z UID:10001280-1782901800-1782939600@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:Canada Day at The Forks 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\nCanada Day at The Forks\nJuly 1 at The Forks is a celebration of the people\, cultures\, and traditions that make Canada home. \nAs Canada Day at The Forks approaches\, visitors can look forward to a full day of free events throughout the site that will bring people together through music\, storytelling\, art and shared experiences. \n\n\nDate: July 1\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM\nLocation: The Forks\, Winnipeg\nAdmission: Free\n\n\nProgramming begins at 10:30 AM with a welcoming ceremony at Oodena Circle\, followed by the citizenship ceremony at 11:00 AM. Visitors can write love notes\, join a drum café\, experience storytelling\, enjoy cultural performances\, and participate in hands-on activities for all ages. The day concludes at CN Stage and Field\, where visitors will enjoy a Sobr Market Patio and Turtle Island games while listening to live music featuring Mitchell Makoons\, Brandi Vezina\, TommyPHYLL\, and headliner The Irvin Miller Band. \nMore Info\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nActivities & Entertainment\nProgramming throughout the day includes the All Nations Welcoming Ceremony\, Citizenship Ceremony\, Handmade Market & Food Vendors\, Turtle Island Games\, Sobr Market Patio\, Pihtikwé: Decked Out\, North Star Dance Festival\, Wàhkóhtowin Youth Stage\, On The Land storytelling sessions\, A Love Notes Cypher\, Cultural Performances\, Winnipeg Fire Service Fire Truck\, Drum Café\, Smudge & Closing Ceremony\, and Live Music. \nVisitors can enjoy music\, storytelling\, art\, cultural performances\, interactive workshops\, family activities\, Indigenous teachings\, handcrafted goods\, food vendors\, and live entertainment throughout the site. \nThe evening live music lineup at CN Stage features Osani Balkaran\, Mitchell Makoons\, Brandi Vezina\, TommyPHYLL\, and headliner The Irvin Miller Band. \n\n\n\n\n\n (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n\nPlan Your Visit\nProgramming is subject to change and is weather-permitting. Stay tuned to The Forks social media for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes. \nMany Nations\, One Heartbeat – Wáhkóhtowin is 11 days of programming from National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) to Canada Day (July 1). \nWith increased visitor traffic on Canada Day\, visitors are encouraged to leave the car at home and bike\, walk\, paddle\, take Winnipeg Transit\, or carpool or rideshare to The Forks. If you must drive\, consider parking downtown or in St. Boniface and walking to the site. \nThere are no fireworks at The Forks on Canada Day. Canada Day programming wraps up at 9:00 PM on the CN Stage with headliner The Irvin Miller Band taking the stage at 7:45 PM. \n\n[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″]\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission for Kids at FolkloramaExperience the magic of Folklorama 2024 in Winnipeg! Immerse yourself in a world of cultures with over 40 pavilions showcasing music\, dance\, food\, and traditions. Enjoy free admission for kids 12 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of diversity from August 4-17\, 2024\, at various locations across Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Folklorama Locations\,\n\n\n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bachata Nights inthe ParkLooking for free outdoor dancing in Winnipeg? 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Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips Street\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 16\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Summer Concert Series at Assiniboine Park Lyric TheatreEnjoy free outdoor concerts at the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park on select Thursdays and Sundays from July 5 to August 30\, 2026. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live local music from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 18\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bachata Nights inthe ParkLooking for free outdoor dancing in Winnipeg? Bachata Nights in the Park returns to Cargo Bar at Assiniboine Park every Tuesday in July and August with live DJs\, free dance lessons\, and a fun\, family-friendly atmosphere. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 19\n August\n 2026\n \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 downtown Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \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 \n \n 20\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bee Amazing Free Kids ActivitiesEnjoy free family fun every Thursday at 11:00 AM this summer at Garden City Shopping Centre. Meet a different special character each week and create unforgettable memories at this free kids' event. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Garden City Shopping Centre\,\n\n2305 McPhillips Street\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 23\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Summer Concert Series at Assiniboine Park Lyric TheatreEnjoy free outdoor concerts at the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park on select Thursdays and Sundays from July 5 to August 30\, 2026. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live local music from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Assiniboine Park\,\n\n55 Pavilion Crescent\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 25\n August\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Bachata Nights inthe ParkLooking for free outdoor dancing in Winnipeg? Bachata Nights in the Park returns to Cargo Bar at Assiniboine Park every Tuesday in July and August with live DJs\, free dance lessons\, and a fun\, family-friendly atmosphere. \nFind out more\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/canada-day-at-the-forks/ LOCATION:The Forks\, 1 Forks Market Rd Rm 201\, Winnipeg\, MB r3c4l8\, Winnipeg\, r3c4l8\, CA CATEGORIES:Canada Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canada-Day-at-the-Forks-V1.webp GEO:49.8870659;-97.1314518 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Forks 1 Forks Market Rd Rm 201 Winnipeg MB r3c4l8 Winnipeg r3c4l8 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Forks Market Rd Rm 201\, Winnipeg\, MB r3c4l8:geo:-97.1314518,49.8870659 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR