10+ Free Winnipeg Weekend Events April 17-19

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FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

2026 Manitoba Scottish Festival
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: RRC Polytech – Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave
Price: Free (spectators)

Experience a full day of pipe and drum competitions, live entertainment, and Scottish culture in an indoor festival setting. This family-friendly event offers music, food, and performances from talented musicians.

Saturday Drop-In Activities – Living Prairie Museum
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Living Prairie Museum
Price: Free

Visit the prairie and enjoy free drop-in activities, including hands-on learning about owls and their habitats. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and offers an interactive nature experience.

Free Swim at Winnipeg Pools
Date: April 17–19, 2026
Time: Various times by location
Venue: Multiple locations across Winnipeg
Price: Free

Enjoy free public swimming at select Winnipeg pools throughout the weekend. Times and locations vary, offering a great option for families looking for an active and affordable outing.

Free Swim and Loonie/Toonie Swims

Bonivital Pool – 1215 Archibald St.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Fri: 8 – 9:30 p.m. (Youth swim)
Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex – 999 Sargent Ave.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Sat: 2:30 – 6 p.m.
Sat: 6:30 – 9:45 p.m. (Youth swim)
Elmwood Kildonans – 909 Concordia Ave.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Fri: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sat: 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Kinsmen Sherbrook – 381 Sherbrook St.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Fri: 2 – 5 p.m.
Sat: 3 – 5 p.m.
Margaret Grant Pool – 685 Dalhousie Dr.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Fri: 8:30 – 9:25 a.m.
Fri: 7:30 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sergeant Tommy Prince Place – 90 Sinclair St.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Sat: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)
Sun: 4 – 5 p.m.
St. James Assiniboia Centennial – 644 Parkdale St.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Sat: 6 – 8 p.m. (Youth swim)
Transcona Kinsmen Centennial Pool – 1101 Wabasha St.
Free Swim: Until June 13, 2026
Fri: 7 – 9 p.m. (Youth swim)

DOWNTOWN

Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum
Date: Friday April 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith Street
Price: Free

Explore over a century of law enforcement history through artifacts and exhibits dating back to 1874. This free museum offers a unique look into the evolution of policing in Winnipeg.

Free Admission to Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame
Date: Friday April 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: #100 – 145 Pacific Avenue
Price: Free

Discover Manitoba’s rich sporting history through exhibits featuring over 500 athletes and teams. This free gallery offers an engaging experience for sports fans of all ages.

Medicine Wheels and Strong Nations
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue: Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Price: Free (registration required)

Join Cree Knowledge Keeper Marilyn Dykstra for teachings on balance, community, and the medicine wheel. This workshop includes traditional learning and tea in a reflective cultural setting.

Pop-Up Record Fair @ Devil May Care Brewing Company
Date: Sunday April 19, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Devil May Care Brewing Company, 155A Fort Street
Price: Free admission

Browse a wide selection of vinyl records and collectibles from local vendors in a relaxed taproom setting. Enjoy live DJ music and a casual atmosphere while you shop.

FAMILY PICKS

 

Bicycle Workshop at Robert A. Steen Community Centre
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Robert A. Steen Community Centre, 980 Palmerston Avenue
Price: Free

Two WRENCH mechanics will provide essential bicycle maintenance and answer questions about bike care. This hands-on workshop is open to all ages and experience levels.

Free Movie Sunday – How to Train Your Dragon
Date: Sunday April 19, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM (Doors open at 2:30 PM)
Venue: Transcona East End Community Club, Upper Hall
Price: Free

Enjoy a free screening of How to Train Your Dragon in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Snacks will be available for purchase (cash only).

East End Community Club Free Movie Nights
Date: Sunday April 19, 2026
Time: (Time varies by event)
Venue: East End Community Club, 517 Pandora Ave E
Price: Free

Featuring How to Train Your Dragon. Enjoy a free family-friendly movie night as part of this recurring community series. It’s a great way to relax and watch a movie together without paying for admission.

MORE FREE EVENTS

Spring 2026 Used Children’s Items Sale
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Venue: River East Arena, 1410 Rothesay St
Price: Free admission

Shop a huge selection of gently used kids’ clothing, toys, baby gear, and more at this semi-annual sale. Don’t miss the final hour from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM with many items discounted 50% off.

Earth Day Celebration 2026 at Garden City Shopping Centre
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Garden City Shopping Centre, 2305 McPhillips St
Price: Free

Celebrate Earth Day with interactive activities focused on sustainability, recycling, and eco-friendly living. Connect with the community while learning simple ways to make a positive environmental impact.

Sustainability Tour at The Leaf
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM (approx. 30 minutes)
Venue: The Leaf
Price: Free

Join a guided tour exploring the sustainability features behind The Leaf’s LEED-certified design. This short tour offers insight into eco-friendly design without requiring biome admission.

Pow Wow 2026
Date: Friday April 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: MITT, 130 Henlow Bay (The Deltas)
Price: Free

Celebrate Indigenous culture through drumming, dancing, and an Indigenous market featuring local vendors and crafters. This welcoming event includes a pipe ceremony, grand entry, and community feast.

ADULTS 18+ ONLY

Jeff Adams Duo – Live at McPhillips Station Casino
Date: April 17 & 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Venue: Loft 180, McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips Street
Price: Free entry (18+ Only)

Enjoy a live late-night performance by the Jeff Adams Duo inside Loft 180 at McPhillips Station Casino. This 18+ event offers a relaxed atmosphere with optional venue purchases.

Pop Vegas – Live at McPhillips Station Casino
Date: April 17 & 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Venue: Mainstage, McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips Street
Price: Free entry (18+ Only)

Catch two nights of high-energy entertainment with Pop Vegas on the Mainstage at McPhillips Station Casino. This 18+ event features live music in a lively venue setting.

Live Music Weekends – Silver Spike Saloon
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM
Venue: Silver Spike Saloon, 202 Bond Street
Price: Free entry (venue purchases optional, 18+)

Enjoy live music featuring local bands across rock, country, and blues genres in a lively weekend atmosphere. This 18+ event offers a casual night out with optional food and drink purchases.

Saturday Jazz Nights
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Venue: The Nob, 3540 Pembina Highway
Price: Free (no cover)

Enjoy live Latin jazz featuring Emmanuel Bach and guest musicians in an intimate setting. This evening performance offers a relaxed atmosphere with optional venue purchases.

KIDS EAT FOR FREE

Kids Eat Free at Hooters
Date: Saturday and Sunday, all day
Venue: Hooters, 1501 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg

Kids eat free on weekends at Hooters! Children 10 and under can enjoy a free meal from the kids’ menu with the purchase of an adult entrée priced at $12 or more.

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm availability.

Kids Eat Free at Fionn’s
Date: Every Sunday
Venue: Fionn’s, 1180 Grant Ave

Enjoy a family-friendly Sunday at Fionn’s where kids eat free all day, and adults can sip on $7 Caesars. A great way to wrap up the weekend with good food and savings.

Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm availability.

 

Third + Bird Spring Market
Date: April 17 – 19, 2026
Time: Starts Friday 5:30 PM
Venue: Exhibition Place at Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Ave
Price: $10 (Ages 13+) / Free (12 & under)

Shop over 170 Manitoba makers at Winnipeg’s largest urban market featuring art, food, clothing, and more. Enjoy a full weekend of local shopping, eats, and spring vibes with free parking available on-site.

2000s Theme Pre-Teen Dance
Date: Friday April 17, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Robert A. Steen Community Centre, 980 Palmerston Avenue
Price: $5.00 admission

Throw it back to the 2000s at this pre-teen dance for Grades 5–7 featuring DJ Mark playing favourite hits. A canteen will be available, and attendees are encouraged to dress in their best 2000s-themed outfits.

The Manitoba Electrical Museum
Date: Tuesday–Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 680 Harrow Street
Price: $7.00 General / $6.00 Seniors / Free for children 5 & under

Explore how electricity transformed life in Manitoba through interactive exhibits and vintage appliances. Highlights include a 15-foot robot built from household appliances and a historic 1940s farm kitchen.

Sri Lankan Food Fest & Business Expo 2026
Date: Sunday April 19, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Venue: St. Norbert Community Centre Arena
Price: $5 entry

Enjoy authentic Sri Lankan street food, live music, and a vibrant cultural experience at this annual food fest and business expo. The event also features a kids zone, local vendors, and networking opportunities.