BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winnipeg for Free - ECPv5.16.4//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 TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250220T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T030849 CREATED:20250221T002143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T002143Z UID:136892-1740038400-1740070800@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2025 Mega Heart Event DESCRIPTION:2025 Mega Heart Event – Free Family-Friendly Health Event in Winnipeg \nThe 2025 Mega Heart Event is taking place on Sunday\, February 23rd\, from 1 PM to 4 PM at The Wellness Institute (1075 Leila Avenue\, Winnipeg). This free event offers an afternoon of engaging activities focused on women’s heart health and overall wellness. It provides an opportunity for families to learn\, have fun\, and take part in interactive experiences that promote heart health awareness. \nEvent Highlights:\n✅ Science Corner – Interactive exhibits focused on heart health.✅ Kids Heart Hub – Fun activities designed to teach children about heart health.✅ Family Zumba Class – A high-energy Zumba session for all ages.✅ CPR In Action – A hands-on opportunity to learn CPR skills.✅ Speaker Sessions – Experts sharing insights on women’s cardiovascular health.✅ Bingo\, Prizes & More! – Games\, giveaways\, and exciting activities.✅ 2 km or 5 km Family Walk – A chance to enjoy a heart-healthy walk with loved ones. \nThis event is free to attend and offers a great way to learn more about women’s heart health while enjoying a variety of engaging activities. \n\n\n\nLearn More & Get Involved\n📍 Location: The Wellness Institute\, 1075 Leila Avenue\, Winnipeg🌐 Website: megaheartevent.com \nA great opportunity to celebrate heart health\, stay active\, and support an important cause. Mark the calendar and don’t miss this exciting event! ❤️ \nDisclaimer: This event description is for informational purposes only and was modified slightly by Winnipeg for Free from the original description for readability and SEO purposes. The Wellness Institute does not endorse this content\, and Winnipeg for Free is not affiliated with them in any way. Please confirm program details and availability directly with the event organizers. \n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n January\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1\, 2025Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for a Year Starting April 1\, 2025 Free Entry ito \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Canuck Amusements at Kildonan Place 2026The Canuck Amusements Carnival brings thrills\, games\, and family fun to Kildonan Place! Enjoy heart-pounding rides\, kiddie zones\, delicious treats & more. 2 Weekends! Free Entry! ($30 wristbands for unlimited rides). Don't miss out! \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Kildonan Place\,\n\n1555 Regent Ave W.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 4J2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Jane's Walk Winnipeg 2026Explore Winnipeg during Jane’s Walk 2026 (May 1–3) with free\, community-led walking tours across the city featuring local history\, culture\, and hidden gems. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg May 1-3A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. \nFind out more\n \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 \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Hot Topic Grand Opening at St. 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 Grand Opening Details Hot Topic Grand Opening at St. Vital Hot Topic is opening \nFind out more\n \n \n \n St. Vital Centre\,\n\n1225 St. Mary's Road\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2M 5E5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Comic Book Day In Winnipeg 2026Free Comic Book Day is the 1st Saturday in May. It's an International Event that celebrates comic books & the local comic shops that provide them. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. This rare natural phenomenon offers a free\, unforgettable wildlife experience just outside Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Narcisse Snake Dens\,\n\nHighway 17\n \n \n Narcisse\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R0C 2H0\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 03\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Community Movie Night at East End Community CentreEast End Community Club Free Movie Nights – Fall 2025 to Spring 2026 Dates: Sept \nFind out more\n \n \n \n East End Community Club\,\n\n517 Pandora Ave E.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 0A5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Canuck Amusements at Kildonan Place 2026The Canuck Amusements Carnival brings thrills\, games\, and family fun to Kildonan Place! Enjoy heart-pounding rides\, kiddie zones\, delicious treats & more. 2 Weekends! Free Entry! ($30 wristbands for unlimited rides). Don't miss out! \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Kildonan Place\,\n\n1555 Regent Ave W.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 4J2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n City of Winnipeg Compost GiveawayFree compost is available for Winnipeg residents for a limited time\, while quantities last. Bring your own containers and take advantage of this giveaway to boost your garden and soil naturally. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/2025-mega-heart-event/ LOCATION:The Wellness Institute\, 1075 Leila Avenue\, Winnipeg\, R2P 2W7\, CA GEO:49.9545457;-97.1508223 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Wellness Institute 1075 Leila Avenue Winnipeg R2P 2W7 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1075 Leila Avenue:geo:-97.1508223,49.9545457 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T030849 CREATED:20260214T043449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T044815Z UID:145533-1771765200-1771776000@wpgforfree.ca SUMMARY:2026 Mega Heart Event DESCRIPTION:Share This Story\n\n❤️ 2026 MEGA HEART EVENT\nSunday\, February 22\, 2026\n 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n Stop by anytime – see schedule of events \nWellness Institute\n 1075 Leila Avenue \nFREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY \n#HERHEARTMATTERS#ITSABOUTLIFE \nWhat to Expect: \n\n2 & 5 KM Track Walking\nZumba\nScience Corner\nCPR/AED Demos\nPhotobooth\nKids Heart Hub\nInformation Tables\nSpeaker Sessions\nHeart Bingo\n\n2 or 5 KM Family Walk\n Easy-to-walk track suitable for the whole family. Don’t forget to stamp along the way! \nFun Family Zumba\n Music\, movement and fun! See schedule for times. \nScience Corner\n See and learn about a real heart under a microscope. \nBlood Pressure Review\n Have your blood pressure taken and learn how to take it at home accurately. \n\n\n\n\n\n🎤 Speaker Sessions & Interactive Zones\nHear from experts on heart-healthy living for women and their families. Sessions are 15–20 minutes each with opportunity to ask questions. \nKids Heart Hub\n Fun interactive games for kids. Pick up the Happy Heart activity book to take home. \nCPR & AED In Action\n St. John Ambulance is hosting CPR training and demonstrations of AED. \nFiretruck & Ambulance Parade & Visit\n Parade out front of the Wellness Institute at approximately 1:45 PM. Visits available for 30 minutes after the parade. \nPhotobooth\n “Hope the Heart” is always smiling and ready to take a picture! \nInformation Tables\n A great place to ask questions and learn about heart health — free swag too! \nHEART BINGO – 2026 \n\nPick up your BINGO card at the door.\nCollect stamps at each station to enter for a $500+ gift basket.\nGet all 7 stamps and receive an extra raffle ticket.\nOnly 18+ can enter the draw.\nMust be in attendance to win.\nDraw held at the final speaker session: “Ask the Experts.”\nPre-register and receive an additional raffle ticket.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🗓 Schedule & Heart Health Reminders\nDoors open: 12:45 PM\n Activities: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nOutside\n Walking Track – 2 km & 5 km (sponsored by Wellness Institute). Guest waiver required. \nRoom 1\n 1:00 PM – Her Heart Matters\n 1:30 PM – The Future of Women’s Heart Health\n 2:00 PM – Small Habits\, Big Impact! \nRoom 2\n 1:00 PM – The Superhero Heart – KIDS\n 1:30 PM – Supporting a Family Member\n 2:15 PM – Listening to the Small Arteries\n 2:30 PM – How to Eat for Your Heart\n 2:40 PM – Inside the Cath Lab\n 3:00 PM – The Superhero Heart – KIDS (Repeat)\n 3:00 PM – Ask the Expert Panel\n 4:00 PM – Draw for the Raffle Prize \nRoom 3\n 1:15 PM – Below Zero and Above Average\n 1:45 PM – Her Heart Matters (Repeat)\n 2:30 PM – Managing Breathlessness & Energy Conservation Strategies \nHeart Health Reminders: \n\nExercise 150 minutes a week\nMake water your drink of choice\nRegular bedtime helps our heart\nQuit smoking • Don’t vape\nEat at least 1 vegetable and 1 fruit daily\nFollow the 2019 Canada Food Guide\nLimit alcohol use\nKnow your risk. Reduce your risk.\nLaugh more. Hug longer. Hug often.\n\nHeart disease kills more women than breast cancer. 80% of premature heart disease is preventable. 60\,000 new cases of heart failure yearly. \nImportant Notes: \n\nBring clean runners or indoor shoes.\nWalk only on the 2 inside tracks.\nStrollers and wheelchairs welcome — wheels must be clean and dry.\n\n#HERHEARTMATTERS#ITSABOUTLIFE \n\n\nUpcoming Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n January\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for 1 Year Starting April 1\, 2025Free Entry to Manitoba Parks for a Year Starting April 1\, 2025 Free Entry ito \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Canuck Amusements at Kildonan Place 2026The Canuck Amusements Carnival brings thrills\, games\, and family fun to Kildonan Place! Enjoy heart-pounding rides\, kiddie zones\, delicious treats & more. 2 Weekends! Free Entry! ($30 wristbands for unlimited rides). Don't miss out! \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Kildonan Place\,\n\n1555 Regent Ave W.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 4J2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Jane's Walk Winnipeg 2026Explore Winnipeg during Jane’s Walk 2026 (May 1–3) with free\, community-led walking tours across the city featuring local history\, culture\, and hidden gems. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Weekend Round-Up: 10+ Free Events in Winnipeg May 1-3A list of free things to do in Winnipeg during the weekend including activities for the family\, live music\, arts\, movies\, and more. \nFind out more\n \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 \n \n 01\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Hot Topic Grand Opening at St. 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 Grand Opening Details Hot Topic Grand Opening at St. Vital Hot Topic is opening \nFind out more\n \n \n \n St. Vital Centre\,\n\n1225 St. Mary's Road\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2M 5E5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 02\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Comic Book Day In Winnipeg 2026Free Comic Book Day is the 1st Saturday in May. It's an International Event that celebrates comic books & the local comic shops that provide them. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. This rare natural phenomenon offers a free\, unforgettable wildlife experience just outside Winnipeg. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Narcisse Snake Dens\,\n\nHighway 17\n \n \n Narcisse\,\n\n Manitoba\n\n R0C 2H0\n\n Canada\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 03\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Community Movie Night at East End Community CentreEast End Community Club Free Movie Nights – Fall 2025 to Spring 2026 Dates: Sept \nFind out more\n \n \n \n East End Community Club\,\n\n517 Pandora Ave E.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 0A5\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n Free Admission to Canuck Amusements at Kildonan Place 2026The Canuck Amusements Carnival brings thrills\, games\, and family fun to Kildonan Place! Enjoy heart-pounding rides\, kiddie zones\, delicious treats & more. 2 Weekends! Free Entry! ($30 wristbands for unlimited rides). Don't miss out! \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Kildonan Place\,\n\n1555 Regent Ave W.\n \n \n Winnipeg\,\n\n\n R2C 4J2\n\n CA\n\n\n+ Google Map\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 08\n May\n 2026\n \n \n \n \n City of Winnipeg Compost GiveawayFree compost is available for Winnipeg residents for a limited time\, while quantities last. Bring your own containers and take advantage of this giveaway to boost your garden and soil naturally. \nFind out more\n \n \n \n Multiple Locations\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Load More URL:https://wpgforfree.ca/event/2026-mega-heart-event/ LOCATION:The Wellness Institute\, 1075 Leila Avenue\, Winnipeg\, R2P 2W7\, CA CATEGORIES:February 13,Health,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wpgforfree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Mega-Heart-Event.webp GEO:49.9545457;-97.1508223 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Wellness Institute 1075 Leila Avenue Winnipeg R2P 2W7 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1075 Leila Avenue:geo:-97.1508223,49.9545457 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR