Whether you’re looking for family-friendly Easter egg hunts or parades, there’s something for everyone in and around the city.
Here are some ideas for things to do during Easter weekend in Winnipeg – March 29 – 31, 2024
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Easter Eggstravaganza
Enjoy a special Easter family event. Easter scavenger hunt, prizes, and more! Details
Sunday, March 31, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
CHILD (Ages 2-12): $15, Adult $5 + tax + fees
Easter Weekend GPS Egg Hunt
Join us for Easter and participate in our GPS Egg Hunt! Visit the marsh this long weekend try your hand at Bunny Bingo and participate in our GPS Egg Hunt. Details
March 29 – 31, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Way, Stonewall
$15 – $20
The Rec Room’s Easter Eggstravaganza
Join us on Saturday, March 30th for an epic egg hunt, delicious brunch and mimosa (non-alcoholic option available)! Who will be crowned this year’s egg-hunting champion? Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Rec Room, 696 Sterling Lyon Pkwy Lot 5, Winnipeg
$47.50
The Great Easter Egg Hunt
Get ready for an egg-cellent adventure at the Royal Aviation Museum –– the Great Easter Egg Hunt is back! This year, we’re excited to welcome Tyler Carr of Energy 106.1 and Sean “Dilly” Dilworth from Hot 100.5 as our egg hunt hosts. Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, 2088 Wellington Avenue
$7.50 – $10.00
Easter Chocolates and Treats
Get your Easter treats from local Winnipeg Stores!
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15 Restaurants to Order Easter Brunch & Dinner in Winnipeg
Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change
Explore ground‐breaking and history‐making moments where music played a pivotal role in social and political transformation. See legendary instruments and remarkable stage outfits. Interact with dynamic music and video exhibits and experiences. Learn about music that changed the world. Details
February to September 2024
Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg
Regular admission
Outdoor Fun in Portage la Prairie
Located with easy driving distance from Winnipeg is the City of Portage la Prairie. From unique architectures to marsh areas, and exploring the the Souris River and seeing the World’s Largest Coca Cola Can, the activities and attractions are enough to fill your weekend. Details
Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity
Catch the screenings of the best films from the 2023 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity! Details
March 29 – 30, 2024
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd, Winnipeg
$15
Sod House Homesteaders
Take a step into the sod house and learn about our prairie past. Pioneers will show you what the daily life of the pioneers was all about, and answer any questions you have. This is a fun and interactive opportunity to learn a bit more about Manitoba’s cultural history. Details
Sundays | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission
Marshmallow Roast
Enjoy the warmth and sweetness of a great day in nature with family and friends by getting outside and roasting some marshmallows! Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission; Available while supplies last
Festival of Fools
The Festival of Fools is a free family festival featuring the very best international variety artists, acrobats, jugglers, and magicians. Details
March 23 – 29, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
CF Polo Park’s Centre Court, 1485 Portage Ave #233, Winnipeg
pass the hat
Family Paint Party
Tailored for kids and beginners, this painting session promises a fun and easygoing vibe. No prior experience is required! Simply follow step-by-step instructions for about 2 hours. Get imaginative with colors or go off-script—there are no limits! Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Saffron’s, 681 Corydon Ave, Winnipeg
$39.00
Kids Nature Craft
Celebrate the season and connect with nature in a new way with our special series of nature-themed kids crafts. There’s no end to the fun you can have when you engage with the natural world around you. Details
Sunday, March 31, 2024 | 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission; Available while supplies last
Winnipeg Jets
National Hockey League. Details
vs. Ottawa Senators on Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 6:00 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$64 – $270
Manitoba Moose
American Hockey League. Details
vs. Toronto Marlies on Friday, March 29, 2024 | 2:00 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$24 – $41
the quilt show
Showcasing over 15 full size bed quilts and woven blankets, along with several smaller art quilts, and quilting samples, all from the MCML collection. Details
March 1 – April 27, 2024
Wednesday – Sunday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Manitoba Crafts Museum & Library, 329 Cumberland Ave.
Free
Alive in the Woods
A line-up of inspired exploration to allow you to connect, learn, and explore our intrinsic connection with the natural world. Details
Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission
Visit Tulabi Falls
Tulabi Falls are located in Nopiming Provincial Park. Spend some time hiking through the woods before finding these falls. They may not be particularly high, but they are stunning. Details
Planetarium Shows
Enjoy shows at the Planetarium. Details
Various dates
Planetarium, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg
Regular Admission
Manitoba Museum
The Museum tells the story of Manitoba and is noted for its three-dimensional walk-through galleries. Details
Tuesday – Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg
Regular admission
Storytelling by the Fire
Connect with your family around a roaring fire. Enhance your FortWhyte visit with a stop by our resident storyteller. Enjoy a tale for you and your family set to the tune of a delightful crackling fire. Details
Sundays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission
Time your Escapes
Get locked up in a room, hunt for clues, and solve several difficult puzzles to escape from the room within the specified time limit.
A Staycation
Book a Staycation and enjoy the Splasher’s Pools & Waterslides at Canad Inns Destination Centres. Details
Canad Inns Destination Centres Transcona, Garden City, Polo Park, Windsor Park & Portage la Prairie
Visit an Indoor Attraction
Indoor attractions are a fun place to visit especially during the winter season. Plan to visit Winnipeg’s indoor attractions for a fun time. Details
The Beautiful Land of Manitoba
Manitoba is a land that is well known for its unique natural beauty. From the tundra landscape of Churchill to the sand dunes of Spruce woods, the crystal clear waters of Clearwater Lake, the vast natural beauty of Riding Mountain, not to mention the undisturbed wilderness of Atikaki, Manitoba’s natural beauty is sure to enthrall its visitors.
See Saint-Boniface Cathedral
Saint-Boniface Cathedral is beautiful in any season, and its especially so, during the cold months. Plan a short day trip to view this municipally-designated historic site.
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Trip to Provincial Parks
With over 20 parks within 200 km of Winnipeg, Manitoba provincial parks are great day trip destinations to immerse yourself in nature and to have a fun family day out.
A Challenging Climb
Challenge yourself and your friends at the climbing walls in Winnipeg.
Play Easter Games
From the classic egg hunt to egg bowling, check out our list of fun creative indoor games that will lift everyone’s festive spirits.
Fun Easter-themed Indoor Games For Kids
Enjoy a Hike
The City of Winnipeg has some great trails to explore, which are so beautiful you might not even believe that you’re still in the city. The surrounding area has a plethora of trails and different areas to explore. Even when the temperature is cold outside, you can still find some great hiking trails in Winnipeg.
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