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50+ Things to Do This Spring in Winnipeg – 2026

Published by To Do Canada On March 12, 2026 Leave a response

There are a number of ways to enjoy the spring season in Winnipeg. Here is a list of shows, festivals and some outdoor activities happening this spring in Manitoba‘s capital city.

  1. Experience the Spring season changing the Winnipeg landscape by enjoying a walk.
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    Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 is a work of noble simplicity and beauty. A brooding opening gives way to an exhilarating work. Scored in a Classical fashion, it still offers innovations throughout. Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 11:45 AM at Centennial Concert Hall.
  3. Hit the ice with the Manitoba Wildlife Federation for an annual celebration of all things ice fishing! Saturday, March 21, 2026
     
  4. Enjoy an afternoon of refinement and relaxation on March 22, 2026, with Tea at the Marsh. Delight in delicate sandwiches, pastries, and premium teas while taking in the serene winter beauty of Oak Hammock Marsh.
  5. The Megastars Of Country Music is an exciting, fun-filled, live concert experience featuring tributes to country music’s most legendary singers and songwriters. Monday. March 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM
  6. Few bands have ever been as accurately named as the Chicago punk quartet. While fleeting styles and fashionable imitations have entered and exited vogue, Rise Against have remained a north star of artful resistance. Rise Against will be joined by Destroy Boys and Koyo on March 21 – 22, 2026 | 7:30 PM at Burton Cummings Theatre.
  7. Winnipeg Fine Art Fair is a juried event where local artists with a diversity of background and media showcase their work. April 10 and 12, 2026.
  8. Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures. The Last Wife plays from March 25 to April 18, 2026, at the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre.
  9. Join us for the 2nd Annual Great Dalnavert Puzzle Derby Fundraiser taking place on March 21, 2026! This speed puzzling competition invites puzzle lovers of all ages to test their speed, teamwork, and strategy in a thrilling jigsaw showdown.
  10. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy. In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal. Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM at Centennial Concert Hall.
  11. Step into the circus where mystery hangs in the air! Unsolved: A Cirque Mystery is a thrilling new aerial show filled with breathtaking acts, quirky characters, and a puzzling secret hidden beneath the big top. Follow the sharp-eyed Ring Master as she investigates what’s happening to the performers before… it’s curtains for everyone. Unsolved: A Cirque Mystery on March 27 and 28, 2026.
  12. Dine and Discover Downtown celebrates downtown’s unique and diverse food scene…and offers exclusive, limited time menus at amazing prices. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner options at over 30 downtown restaurants from March 11 to March 22, 2026.
  13. Get ready to geek out at Winnipeg Anime-Fest with all your favorite characters, panels, and cosplay fun! March 28, 2026
  14. See some of Canada’s Top Psychics, Mediums, Astrologers, Aura Photography, Rune Reading, Healers, Tea Leaf and Palm Readers at the Winnipeg Psychic & Crystal Fair happening on <arch 19 – 22, 2026.
  15. Take your plant and nature photography to the next level in this hands-on workshop at The Leaf! Expert nature and wildlife photographer Wayne Hewitt will be your guide, sharing invaluable tips and techniques to help you capture stunning images of the vibrant, natural plant diversity at The Leaf. March 28, 2026
  16. Join us for an interactive Murder Mysteries while enjoying beverages at the “Doctor’s Lounge” where they serve all their Wines, Meads, Sangria and Ciders by the glass. They also have other craft cocktails and beverages using their own products, too. And, you need to try out their flatbread and more! March 29, 2026
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    Murder on the Menu

  17. Experience the explosive rise of Nirvana like never before. This immersive production combines powerful storytelling, live music, and multimedia to take you on a rock and roll thrill ride. The Story of Nirvana plays on March 29, 2026 at Centennial Concert Hall.
  18. Métis singer-songwriter Andrea Menard’s feast for the senses, Rubaboo – A Métis Cabaret, blends master storytelling with the beauty of Métis culture through music, dance, and visual art. Plays April 29 – May 23, 2026, at John Hirsch Mainstage, Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre.
  19. For a day indoors, check out what’s on at the Museums in Winnipeg or one of the many indoor attractions.
  20. Join us for an evening of sultry ballads and blazing swing as The Jazz Casuals celebrate two of the most significant figures in Jazz history. Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM at Fort Garry Hotel
  21. Explore the trails and lakes of FortWhyte Alive by snowshoe, guided by a volunteer interpreter, and search for animal tracks and wildlife along the way. Drop by to try it out, or make snowshoeing part of your weekend routine. March 29, 2026
  22. The Winnipeg Baroque Festival returns March 29-April 18, 2026, for another innovative and exciting season of 17th and 18th century music alongside contemporary musical responses!
  23. Spring is in the air! Shop over 170 Canadian Makers under one roof at the Third + Bird Spring Market happening April 17 – 19, 2026.
  24. Make the most of your break with a full day of fun at Oak Hammock Marsh. Wander the trails, warm up inside with hands-on exhibits, and discover the wildlife that call this place home. It’s the perfect place to unwind, explore, and reconnect with nature during your week off. Wild Wetland Week takes place March 30 – April 2, 2026
  25. Boldly go where no one has gone before! Solve escape room-inspired puzzles in each unique biome at The Leaf. Help save this system from extinction! Takes place on April 2, 2026.
  26. Calling all car lovers to the 24th annual Rodarama to be held on April 24 – 26, 2026.
  27. “The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute” is undoubtedly the Ultimate Beatles Tribute. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of the Beatle”s classics, The Fab Four will make you think you are back in time rockin’” with John, Paul, George and Ringo! Friday, April 19, 2026, at the Club Regent Event Centre.
  28. Get ready for The Orchestra Games—where music goes for the gold! The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra musicians become musical athletes, showcasing lightning-fast fingers, powerful breath control, and perfect teamwork. Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 2:00 PM at Centennial Concert Hall.
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    Visit the marsh this Easter Weekend and try your hand at Bunny Bingo and participate in the GPS Egg Hunt. April 3 – 5, 2026
  30. Get ready to PAW-ty like never before in a fantastic new PAW Patrol Adventure! With heroic action, catchy tunes and bark-loads of interactive fun, PAW Patrol’s electrifying new adventure is sure to leave tails wagging and audiences cheering! Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Centennial Concert Hall.
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    PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure”

  31. Step into a world where the jungle comes alive in the air! Untamed: A Cirque Spectacular is an exhilarating aerial circus show that blends together breathtaking tricks, stunning performances and the mystery of the wild jungle. Untamed: A Cirque Spectacular is an unforgettable, heart-pounding adventure that will leave you breathless and inspired. March 27 – 28, 2026
  32. Based on the New York Times bestseller by Cheryl Strayed and adapted by Winnipeg’s own Academy Award nominee Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things explores Strayed’s experience as an online advice columnist. While strangers on the internet tell her their most personal secrets, hopes and struggles, Strayed weaves together stories from her own life to create a column full of light, empathy, and humanity. By turns humorous, heartrending and hopeful, Tiny Beautiful Things is a tonic for our world-weary hearts. April 7 – 19, 2026
  33. Turn Your Home & Garden Goals into Reality. Join home renovation expert and TV host Bryan Baeumler at the Winnipeg Home + Garden Show. April 9 – 12, 2026
  34. Four intrepid explorers enter the mysterious basement of a deserted theatre. At least that’s what they believe, as they delve into this new universe that is about to change them forever. In this limitless playground, a playful laser beam guides them to new discoveries, becoming a 5th character. GLITCH awakens the imagination and leads its audience to question and embrace the unpredictable. April 10-19, 2026
  35. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances covering his early days as a member of the Jackson 5, his groundbreaking theatrics in the 80s and his continued domination of Pop culture into the 21st century. Plays at the Club Regent Event Centre on Friday. May 22, 2026.
  36. The Winnipeg Doll Extravaganza is Winnipeg’s only show and sale of handmade, vintage, and collectible dolls, teddy bears, toys and dollhouse miniatures, featuring many tables of the work of artisans, the treasures of collectors and many interesting displays. Sunday, April 12, 2026
  37. Enjoy fun, family-friendly jams, spun by two of Winnipeg’s favourite DJs. WackyDoodle Dance Party for Kids – The Beach Bash takes place on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
  38. Canada’s funniest comics converge in Winnipeg for hilarious stand-up, sketch, and improvisational comedy. This nationally televised festival delivers laughs at venues throughout Winnipeg. Winnipeg Comedy Festival (WCF) returns April 20 – 26, 2026.
  39. The Architecture + Design Film Festival (A+DFF) presents critically acclaimed films focusing on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life. April 15 – 19, 2026
  40. Step away from the constant buzz of technology and the demands of daily life, grab your yoga mat and book and come to The Leaf Unplugged. The Leaf Unplugged invites you to reconnect with nature and rediscover the healing power of the natural world. April 1 and May 6, 2026
  41. Patrick Riddell April Run Series is a 2 km fun run and the 5 km event that kick-off series the Manitoba Runners Association events calendar. Challenge yourself on April 4, 12, 19, 2026.
  42. Yuri’s Night is a worldwide celebration of the first human space flight, achieved by Soviet Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin on April 12, 1961. Join us at the Manitoba Museum Planetarium on Friday, April 10, for a dance party under the stars as we celebrate the anniversary of that first step into the cosmos!
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    Yuri’s Night Space Party

  43. Join us for a joyful Easter celebration filled with delicious delights! Indulge in Velvet Glove Restaurant’s Grand Easter Brunch Buffet on April 5, featuring an array of gourmet dishes, carving stations, decadent desserts, and festive treats perfect for the whole family.
  44. See Mozart’s great ensemble comedy that features a colourful cast of characters and a whirlwind of tricks, disguises, and mistaken identities. The Marriage of Figaro plays at Centennial Concert Hall.
  45. The InClines’ “Sweet Dreams of Patsy Cline” is a musical celebration of the life and times of the legendary Patsy Cline. Through narration and song, The InClines revisit Patsy’s life from her humble beginnings to the tragic accident that took her life on March 5, 1963. Plays at the Club Regent Event Centre on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
  46. Explore a pop-up exhibit showcasing craft in drag! Show some love for the elaborate costume pieces, props, wigs, accessories, and more made by local drag queens, kings, and beyond. April 23-25, 2026
  47. Spirited Shizu and her serious father struggle to appreciate each other until the day she hides in her father’s suitcase and travels secretly to his most dangerous destination …The North. Featuring puppets, real wildlife footage projections, highly physical storytelling and an original score, Otosan is based on playwright Skizuka Kai’s real life experiences of trying to connect with her father, a dedicated wildlife documentary videographer. Otosan plays from April 24 to May 17, 2026, at MTYP Black Box Theatre.
  48. Keycon is Manitoba’s longest-running Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention. Gaming, Panels, a Marketplace, Costume Contest, themed suites and more! May 15 – 17, 2026
  49. Step into a spellbound evening filled with moody ambience, curious treasures, and a touch of the otherworldly. Bloom in the dark – night market happens on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the West End Cultural Centre.
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    Bloom in the dark – night market

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    Treat your Mom to a special day with a train ride from Inkster Junction Station to the rural community of Grosse Isle.
  51. Step into Mozart’s world as his letters come to life through dramatic readings by “Nannerl”, Wolfie’s sister, in this joint performance of The Phil, the Winnipeg Singers and musicians of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 3:00 PM
  52. Winnipeg has many Escape rooms that will provide you with an hour of challenge!
  53. See all vehicles 25 years and older including street rods, modified and special interest vehicles. Red River Valley Swap Meet takes place on Sunday, May 10, 2026, near the West Gate at Exhibition Park.
  54. Manitoba’s best Food trucks will entice you with their delectable dishes during the MB Food Truck Battles. 2026 dates TBA
  55. “Miss Holmes”, by Christopher M. Walsh, based on characters by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Join Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson as they work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives have a habit of turning up dead! Miss Holmes plays from May 7 to 10, 2026 at Martial-Caron Theatre.
  56. Get ready for the return of TASTE of Asia on May 30 and 31. Hosted by Foodtrip Market, this event celebrates diversity through food, crafts, performances, and pop culture.
  57. The pleasant weather beckons you outdoors! Enjoy a self-guided tour!
  58. Plan a weekend getaway to a nearby provincial park.
  59. The largest school dragon boat event in the country, the Manitoba School Dragon Boat Challenge takes place on May 30th, while River City Dragon Boat Festival is on May 31st!
  60. Boldly go where no one has gone before! Solve escape room-inspired puzzles in each unique biome at The Leaf. Help save this system from extinction! Game Nights at The Leaf: Escape Adventure – Space Trek takes place on April 2, 2026.
  61. Celebrate Pride from May 26 to June 7, 2026.
  62. Join Prairie Voices for their annual dessert concert on May 8 and 9, 2026! Enjoy some sweet desserts while being serenaded by equally sweet choral music.
  63. Join for the celebration of Fitness, Family, and Fundraising. Manitoba Marathon and United Way Winnipeg are partnering so that your race can provide life-changing support for Manitobans with intellectual disabilities. Manitoba Marathon takes place on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
  64. Experience Loveville Music Festival, the biggest Afrobeats open air music festival in Central Canada. 2026 dates TBA
  65. Get ready to experience ‘A Taste of Ireland‘ on May 30, 2026, at the Burton Cummings Theatre. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.
  66. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of lakeside views and delicious food in support of environmental education. Sunset BBQ takes place on June 10, 2026.
  67. Experience the distinctive Flatlander’s Beer Festival, a public tasting event on May 29 and 30 at the Canada Life Centre. Over two days, sample an array of exceptional beers from top breweries worldwide.
  68. Get ready for unique events, family attractions, free music, tasty treats and more at the Red River Ex! June 12 – 21, 2026
  69. Check out what’s happening in the Province this spring!

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