A list of activities and events to attend on Easter long weekend in Winnipeg: April 2 – 4, 2021.
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
DIY Cake & Cookie Kits
Pre-order a DIY Easter Cake kit or cookie kit from Sweet Impressions!! Details
DIY Easter Cake Kit will contain everything you need to build-your-own Easter cake in either Vanilla Yum or Black Chocolate. They also have a Vegan DIY Easter Cake Kit.
DIY Easter Cookie Kit will have bunny & egg sugar cookies with icing cups, sprinkles & decorating sticks. You might also want to check out their Vegan DIY Easter Cookie Kit.
Pick up or delivery available March 16 – April 3, 2021
Sweet Impressions Bakery, 669 Stafford Square, Winnipeg
DIY Easter Cake Kit $25; Vegan DIY Easter Cake Kit $30; DIY Easter Cookie Kit $19; Vegan DIY Easter Cookie Kit $24
Get the Downloadable Bunny Fun Pack from Portage Place.
Easter Weekend GPS Egg Hunt
Join us for Easter and participate in the GPS Egg Hunt! Visit the marsh this long weekend and try your hand at Bunny Bingo and participate in our GPS Egg Hunt. Details
April 2 – 4, 2021 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Way, Stonewall
$10
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
Winnipeg Art Gallery
Winnipeg Art Gallery is a beautifull gallery with ever-changing permanent and travelling exhibits. They have an extensive collection of exhibits – popular amoung them are the Inuit Art, classical antiquities, Group of seven paintings. WAG has recently opened its new Inuit art centre, Qaumajuq. Details
Saturday – Sunday, April 3 – 4, 2021 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed on Good Friday & Ester Monday
300 Memorial Blvd, Winnipeg
Adult 12; Senior/Student with valid ID $10; Family (2 adults and 4 children under 18) $28; Children 5 and under Free
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’re still stunning especially when frozen over. Details
Cookie Kits
Have fun decorating the DIY Easter Cookie Kits made locally by Sweets by Arlene. The kits include sugar cookies, icing packs and sprinkles for decorating. Details
Cookie kits are pre-ordered for April 3, 2021
Scout: Coffee + Tea, 859 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
$30
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Asessippi Ski Area
Enjoy the last few days of snow at the Asessippi. The Asessippi Ski Area will be open to enjoy until April 4th. Details
Until April 4, 2021
Varies; Buy Online
Manitoba Museum
The Museum tells the story of Manitoba and is noted for its three-dimensional walk-through galleries. Details
Thursday – Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg
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.
Stay & Play
Book a slot at Winnipeg’s only play-cafe! Enjoy coffee, pastries and fun! Details
Daily | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Scout: Coffee + Tea, 859 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
Stay & Play is by reservation only
Visit the Library
Winnipeg Public Libraries are slowly opening. Although only limited services are now available, you can now pick up your holds at the Library. Check out the library’s Grab Bags. Each of these bags will contain 5 books selected by knowledgeable library staff. Details
Various Library Branches, Winnipeg
Free
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A Staycation
Book a Staycation and enjoy Splasher’s Pools & Waterslides at Canad Inns Destination Centres. Book between March 1 – 31 to enjoy Easter & Spring Sale! Details
Canad Inns Destination Centres Transcona, Windsor Park & Portage la Prairie
Visit an Indoor Attraction
Museums and indoors attractions are reopening after months of closure. Why not visit a local museum or entertainment centre? Do keep in mind that these centres are keeping reduced hours and may require a pre-booked ticket. Masks are mandatory.
Canada Life Qaumajuq Free Days
Visit the new Inuit art centre at the Winnipeg Art Gallery and be part of the once-in-a-lifetime opening of Qaumajuq, an innovative new museum dedicated to Inuit art and culture, led by Inuit voices. Details
March 27 – April 2, 2021
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd. Winnipeg
Free
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.
Katie + Gunner
Check out the Exchange District’s new Contemporary Art Gallery! Details
Open Tuesdays – Saturdays | Hours vary
102-141 Bannatyne Ave. Winnipeg
Free
Virtual Rectory Easter Egg Hunt
Explore our 3D virtual tour of the Rectory and find all of the hidden Easter Eggs! Details
March 29 – April 4, 2021
Online
Free
Easter Chocolates and Treats
Get your Easter treats from local Winnipeg Stores!
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See Saint-Boniface Cathedral
Saint-Boniface Cathedral is beautiful in any season, and its especially so, during the cold months. Plan a short day to 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 also great day trip destinations to immerse yourself in nature and to have a fun family day out.
Aunt Sally’s Farm
Inspired by the original attraction, the new Aunt Sally’s Farm will be home to playful goats, lively llamas, delightful donkeys, and pot-bellied pigs. Details
Daily | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Assiniboine Park Zoo, Roblin Boulevard, Winnipeg
Free
A Challenging Climb
Challenge yourself and your bubble friends at the climbing walls in Winnipeg.
Wild Wetland Week
Visit Oak Hammock Marsh this week and explore the fascinating world of its inhabitants. Every day will feature different activities, movies, games, and crafts. Details
March 29 – April 1, 2021 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Way, Stonewall
Regular admission
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
Outdoor Fun
Explore the outdoors by foot, bike, or enjoy or have fun identifying the birds you see. There is no dearth of activities to enjoy here. Details
Daily | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Regular admission $8 – $10
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 great hiking trails in Winnipeg.
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