Winnipeg Events for Kids: Free and More July 26 – August 1wpgdna2024-07-25T16:54:34-05:00
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FREE FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square 2024
Date: July 17-28, 12 PM – Midnight
Venue: 275 Bannatyne Ave.
For Kids: Enjoy FREE entertainment from arts & crafts to special guests, 12-3pm every day until July 27
Don’t miss the epic 12-day Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square (July 17-28, 2024) in Winnipeg’s Exchange District! Free outdoor entertainment includes live music, street performers, food trucks, and artisan vendors. Catch lunchtime concerts or dance to bands from 8 pm to midnight. Public washrooms, ATMs, and a beer tent are available for your convenience. While this event is free, consider tipping the performers!
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Casinos of Winnipeg Folklorama Kick-Off
Date: July 27 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue: Lyric Theatre at Assiniboine Park
The Folklorama Kickoff in Winnipeg is perfect for kids! This free event features interactive cultural workshops, live music and dance performances, fun games, and face painting. With delicious food trucks and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s a fun and educational day out for families!
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2024 Ballet In The Park at Assiniboine Park
Date: July 24-26, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: 275 Bannatyne Ave.
Ballet in the Park at Assiniboine Park is a delightful event for kids!Before the performance, children can enjoy fun activities like face painting, craft stations, and a free Creative Movement class. The enchanting ballet performances under the open sky captivate young audiences, making it a magical experience.With tasty food trucks and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s a perfect family outing!
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3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration
Date: July 27 – July 28
Venue: Naawi-Oodena, 505 Kinston Blvd.
Experience the rich culture of the Anishinaabe people at the 3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration on July 27-28, 2024, in Winnipeg. Enjoy pow wow performances, talent shows, kids’ activities, and delicious food while exploring the Indigenous Vendors Market. Join us at Naawi-Oodena for a weekend of fun and learning for the whole family.
FREE DOWNTOWN
Parka Party at the Forks
Date: every Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Venue: Fort Parka Water Park And Playground, The Forks
Crafting with Parka – 10 am to 4 pm
Check out our crafts table for more information about today’s activities!
Parka Aerobics – 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
Flap your wings and stomp your paws with Parka. Staying active has never been so easy!
Parkaeology – 11:30 am and 2:30 pm
Parka’s no stranger to digging in the dirt. Help her discover what secrets lie beneath our feet.
Free Admission to Winnipeg Police Museum
Date: Open Tuesday to Friday
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith Street
Free Admission
The Winnipeg Police Museum is a great place for kids!They can explore fascinating artifacts, including vintage police vehicles and old jail cells.The museum offers interactive exhibits that teach children about the history of the Winnipeg Police Service and the city’s criminal past.With free admission and engaging displays, it’s an educational and fun outing for the whole family!
Manitoba Sports Hall Of Fame
Date: Open Tuesday to Friday
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Venue: 145 Pacific Ave., #100
Free Admission
The Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame is a fantastic place for kids!They can explore interactive exhibits and computer kiosks that highlight Manitoba’s greatest athletes.The museum features fascinating artifacts and memorabilia, making history come alive for young visitors.With engaging displays and a chance to learn about local sports heroes, it’s an inspiring and fun outing for the whole family!
Summer Fun Fridays at the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba
Date: July 26 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Venue: Manitoba Legislative Building 450 Broadway # 46
Discover ‘Summer Fun Fridays’ at the Manitoba Legislative Assembly! Come for engaging sessions filled with tours, lessons, and mock debates. Families with children aged 6 to 15 are welcome. Mark your calendars for July 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th. Don’t miss this unique blend of education and excitement!
Spaces are limited; registration is required email [emailprotected].. Must be accompanied by an adult.
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Free Admission to Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue: 85 Israel Asper Way
Free Admission
Discover the Canadian Museum for Human Rights with free admission on Sundays! This unique museum offers an engaging and educational experience for families. Kids will love exploring interactive exhibits and learning about important human rights stories from around the world. The museum’s stunning architecture and captivating displays make it a memorable outing for all ages.
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FREE EVENTS AROUND WINNIPEG
Board Game Night
Date: Every Friday, 5 PM – 9 PM
Venue: Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal, 180 Poplar Avenue
The end date is unspecified.This activity may end without prior notice. Check Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal’s Facebook pageif you would like to confirm.
Transcona Biz Movie Nights
Date: July 26 @ 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Venue: Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave W
Featuring Trolls
Enjoy FREE outdoor movies all summer long at Transcona Biz Movie Nights at the Square! Bring your lawn chair and family for a magical night under the stars with a fantastic lineup of movies. From Trolls to Ghostbusters, there’s something for everyone. Every Friday and Thursday evening starting July 26th at dusk. Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave W, Winnipeg. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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Free Basketball Drop-In
Date: Saturdays until August 16, 11 AM – 5 PM
Venue: Freight House Outdoor Basketball Courts, 200 Isabel St.
Summer Movie Night at Tyndall Park Community Centre
Date: July 27, 9:00 PM
Venue: 2255 King Edward St.
Hosted by the Penner Team featuring Kung Fu Panda 4
Dodgeball in the Park at Assiniboine Park
Date: July 27 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Venue: Site #1, Assiniboine Park
Come on Saturday, July 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Assiniboine Park Site #1. Hosted by Dodgeball Manitoba and Dodgeball Winnipeg, this free event is perfect for all ages and skill levels. Enjoy friendly competition, music, refreshments, and a day full of laughter and exercise. Don’t miss out! More Info 👇
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Family Afternoons at Le Patio 340 with FPFM
Date: July 28, 2 PM – 4 PM
Venue: 340 Provencher Blvd,
Take your kids along and enjoy Family Afternoons at Le Patio 340 with FPFM! 🌼🌻 The “Tales and Costumes” theme are sure to please young and grown-ups alike! See you on July 28 for an enchanting moment of fairy tales,
FREE EVENTS NEAR WINNIPEG
2024 Manitoba Sunflower Festival
Date: July 26-28
Venue: 227 10 Ave NW, Altona Centennial Park, Altona, Manitoba
📅 Friday, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
📅 Saturday, 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
📅 Sunday, 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Join us from July 26-28 for the 2024 Manitoba Sunflower Festival, a magical weekend bursting with fun and excitement for kids and parents alike! Kids will be thrilled with activities like the petting zoo, face painting, and more, providing endless entertainment. Explore the stunning sunflower fields, participate in arts and crafts, and enjoy live music and entertainment that will have everyone dancing. Parents can savor delicious local food and browse unique artisan vendors. Don’t miss out on this sunny celebration that promises joy and adventure for the entire family!
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Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days 2024
Date: July 26 – July 28
Venue: Winnipeg Beach, MB
July 26,5 PM – 11 PM
July 27,11 AM – Midnight
July 28, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Get ready for a blast of summer fun at Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days! This exciting festival has something for everyone. Kids will love the thrilling rides ($), games ($), and yummy treats ($) at the midway. Plus, there are crafts, cool vendors, and delicious food to explore. Moms and dads can relax and enjoy the lively atmosphere while the kids make unforgettable memories. Don’t miss the amazing fireworks show that will light up the sky! It’s the perfect family getaway filled with laughter, excitement, and quality time together.
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Festival of Kites Makar Sankranti
Date: July 27 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue: 4403 Waverley St, La Barriere Park
Celebrate Makar Sankranti, a vibrant Festival of Kites! Join the Gujarati Cultural Society of Manitoba for an afternoon of kite flying, cultural food, music, and fun! Free event on July 27th, 2024 from 2 PM to 8 PM at La Barriere Park (4403 Waverley Street, Winnipeg). Pre-order your kites online for pick-up at the event!
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KIDS EAT FOR FREE
Kids Eat Free at Hooters
Date: Sunday and Saturday, all day
Venue: 1501 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg
Kids eat free on the weekends at Hooters! *10 & under off the kids menu with the purchase of a adult entrée of $12 or more
Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.
Kids Eat Free at Fionn’s Winnipeg Every Sunday
Date: Every Sunday
Venue: 1180 Grant Ave
KIDS EAT FREE + $7 Caesars all day every Sunday.
Note: This offer may stop at any time without prior notice. Call the restaurant first to confirm.
KIDS BOWL FREE
Kids Bowl Freeis a summer program that lets registered kids bowltwo free gamesevery day at participating bowling centers. Over35 million kids have enjoyed this initiative since 2007. Find a center, register your kids, and have a blast bowling! Remember, all participants must wear bowling shoes, and a standard shoe rental fee applies.
Chateau Lanes 1145 Nairn Ave
May 1 – August 30, 2024
Wednesday to Saturday From Open – 7 PM
St. James Lanes 1805 Portage Ave.
May 1 – September 1, 2024
Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Friday/Saturday 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Dakota Lanes 1085 St. Mary’s Rd.
May 14 – August 30, 2024
Every day except for Saturday | Open – 6 PM
Polo Park Bowling Centre 157C-1485 Portage Ave.
May 20 – August 29 2024
Monday to Friday | Noon – 5:00 PM
Rossmere Lanes 1042 Henderson Hwy.
May 31 – September 1, 2024
Monday to Friday | Noon – 5:00 PM
FREE SWIM INDOOR POOLS
Stay healthy and have fun by taking a free (or cheap) swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools this summer.
Schedule Effective July 2 – September 2, 2024
*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice*
Taka a free swim at City of Winnipeg operated indoor pools.
- Free Swim: designated time for safe activities for everyone; no admission fees apply;
- Loonie / Toonie Swim:designated time for safe activities for all people that meet admission requirements, admission fee for under 18 years is $ 1.00; admission fee for 18 years and over is $2.00;
- Youth Swim:designated time for safe activities for swimmers 9 – 19 years of age.
- Family Swim: designated time for safe activities for families, adults must be accompanied by children and children must be accompanied by adults;
Bonivital Pool 1215 Archibald Street
Closed for Renovations
Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex 999 Sargent Avenue
FREE SWIM Sat 2:30 PM – 6 PM
FREE TEEN SWIM Sat 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM
Eldon Ross 25 1887 Pacific Avenue West
FREE SWIM Sun/Sat 4 PM – 7 PM
FREE SWIM Fri 5 PM – 7 PM
Elmwood Kildonans Pool 909 Concordia Avenue
Free Youth Swim & Waterslide 9-19 years Fri 7 PM – 9 PM
Free Public Swim Sat 3:30 PM – 5 PM
Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool 381 Sherbrook Street
Free Swim Fri 2 PM – 5 PM
Free Swim Sat12 PM – 3 PM
Margaret Grant Pool 685 Dalhousie Drive
Free Swim Fri1 PM – 3:30 PM
SergeantTommy Prince Place90 Sinclair St.
Free Swim Sun3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Teen Swim Sat 7 PM – 9 PM
Seven Oaks Pool 444 Adsum Drive
Free Teen Swim 9 – 19 years Sat 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. James Assiniboia Centennial 644 Parkdale St.
Free Teen Swim Sat 2:45 PM – 5 PM
St. James Civic Center 2055 Ness Ave
Free Swim Fri 1:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Winnipeg Outdoor Pool Schedule: Free, Loonie, and Toonie Swims
Dive into Summer with Winnipeg’s Outdoor Pool Schedule: Free, Loonie & Toonie Swims!
Make a splash this summer and beat the heat with Winnipeg’s refreshing outdoor pools! This guide will navigate you through the Winnipeg Outdoor Pool Schedule, featuring free and loonie/toonie swim options for splashtastic fun on a budget.
● Free Swim: designated time for safe activities for everyone; no admission fees apply;
● Loonie / Toonie Swim:designated time for safe activities for all people that meet admission requirements, admission fee for under 18 years is $ 1.00; admission fee for 18 years and over is $2.00;
IMPORTANT: Online advanced admission for heated pools is offered on a week-by-week basis every Wednesday. Buy admission as soon as you can as spots get filled up very fast.
Heated Pools: Make a Splash for Less!
Schedule Effective: June 21 – September 2, 2024
Kildonan Park Outdoor Pool:
● Location: 2015 Main St.
● Loonie/Toonie Swim: Fridays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Transcona Aquatic Park:
● Location: 1101 Wabasha Street
● Loonie/Toonie Swim: Thursdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Westdale Outdoor Pool:
● Location: 550 Dale Blvd
● Free Swim: Fridays, 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Buy Admission for Heated Pools
Unwind at Unheated Pools:
Freight House Outdoor Pool:
● Location: 200 Isabel St.
● Schedule: June 28 – September 2, 2024
● Free Swim: Everyday, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Provencher Outdoor Pool:
● Location: 590 Langevin Street
● Schedule: June 28 – August 30, 2024
● Free Swim: Everyday, 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Windsor Outdoor Pool:
● Location: 333 Speers Rd.
● Schedule: June 28 – August 30, 2024
● Free Swim: Everyday, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Manitoba Electrical Museum
Date: Tuesday-Saturday
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 680 Harrow St
Price: $5.00 per person, children 5 years & under free.
Discover the amazing world of electricity at the Manitoba Electrical Museum! This isn’t your ordinary museum, kids! You’ll be amazed by towering robots made of everyday appliances, climb aboard a real electric streetcar, and learn how to stay safe around electricity. There are hands-on activities, cool exhibits, and even a chance to see how electricity powers our world.It’s fun for the whole family! Get ready to spark your curiosity and learn something new.
Cineplex Family Favourites
Date: July 27, 11 AM – 1 PM
Venue: At participating Cineplex Theatres
Price: $3.99
Featuring The Angry Birds Movie 2
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price).
Instructions: After pressing the button below,click get tickets, and then choose July 27, 2024 for the date and select the theatre.
Friday Family Night at Champlain Community Centre
Date: Fridays during Spring
Time:
Family Time 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Team Time 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Venue: 282 Niverville Ave, 282 Niverville Ave.
Price: $3 per child or $5 per family
TGIF. Fridays is still drop in Open Gym this spring.
*Board games and crafts are also available – just ask at the canteen staff upon arrival.
Badminton Drop in Sundays
Date: Sundays 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Robert A. Steen Community Centre, 980 Palmerston Avenue
Drop-in Badminton starts again on the 14th @ 7pm! 🏸 Don’t forget about the $5.00 drop-in fee!
(Please note that on the 21st Badminton will begin at 7PM due to an event)
