WINTER BREAK 2023 – 2024
Here’s a list of fun activities to enjoy as a family during the winter break from December 23, 2023 – January 7, 2024.
More Fun Things to Do During Winter Break
See Christmas Lights
1. From December 2nd, the Canad Inns Winter Wonderland will be live. This is Manitoba’s largest drive-thru light show and is a must-see every year. Closed on December 25.
2. Enjoy breathtaking light displays, tasty treats, and an amazing line-up of live music and entertainment during Zoo Lights.
Winter Activities
- Have you tried camping in winter? The Jackfish Lake cabin is one of the several hike or ski in campsites available in Spruce Woods Provincial Park. The use of the cabin is free, but you will need to register for overnight usage.
- Get all the speed you need tobogganing! The City of Winnipeg has four designated tobogganing hills. In addition, there are six winter slides to enjoy.
- City of Winnipeg has many skating rinks that can be enjoyed in winter. Some of them also has heated washrooms and warning shelters open throughout the week.
- Winnipeg has some of the best groomed classic cross-country ski trails in the province. Enjoy a good ride on the snow. You can enjoy night skiing at Windsor Park Nordic Centre.
- Winter is a great time to observe birds. Although many birds migrate during the season, the ones that remain adopt many strategies to deal with the snowy winters here. What changes have you noticed in the birds you see? Did you know that the snowy owl migrates here in winter?
- There are many places in and around Winnipeg to enjoy snowshoeing. One amoung them is Oak Hammock Marsh. Spend a day snowshoeing at the Marsh. On January 1st, enjoy a guided snowshoe experience at FortWhyte Alive. This program is suitable for Ages 5+. Snowshoes are available for rent from Kendricks Outdoor Adventures.
- Enjoy the beauty of winter at St. Vital Park.
- If you enjoy watching birds, do an unofficial Christmas Bird Count. If you don’t want to venture outside your neighbourhood, count the birds that visit your bird feeder.
- Enjoy a walk or skate the Forks Winter Park.
- Find hidden treasures and discover the many geocaches located throughout the city This family-friendly activity uses a mobile app or a GPS device. This is also a fun way to interact with nature while getting mild exercise and explore new areas.
- Enjoy a family walk in the green spaces in Winnipeg. Pack a picnic and plan to spend an afternoon outside playing games with your loved ones. Rent a fat bike from Kendricks Outdoor Adventures and explore!
- Why not plan a trip to neighbouring cities/town this winter break?
- Manitoba Provincial Parks has many activities to enjoy in winter. From snowshoeing to cross-country skiing, dog sledding to horse back rides, there are several activities that you can enjoy.
Visit Attractions
Winnipeg’s many attractions are perfect places to spend time with family or friends. Explore the rich cultural and educational attractions in Winnipeg, from the Assiniboine Park & Zoo and FortWhyte Alive’s natural beauty to the Manitoba Museum, Winnipeg Art Gallery, and the thought-provoking Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Delve into history at the Manitoba Electrical Museum, St. Boniface Museum, Manitoba Children’s Museum, Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame, Royal Canadian Mint, and Dalnavert Museum, and appreciate the artistry at the C2 Centre for Craft.
- Assiniboine Park & Zoo
- FortWhyte Alive
- Manitoba Electrical Museum & Education Centre
- Manitoba Children’s Museum
- The Manitoba Museum
- Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame
- Le Musee de St. Boniface Museum
- Winnipeg Art Gallery
- Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Dalnavert Museum
- C2 Centre for Craft
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Visit Entertainment Centres
Experience excitement and challenges at Escape Rooms and Bowling alleys or test your achery aim at archery ranges, or release your inner adrenaline junkie at Jack Pott’s Thrill Zone and Speedworld. For family fun, explore Uptown Alley, Fun Park Amusement Center, U-Puttz Amusement Centre, Kid City, Flying Squirrel, and Vertical Adventures, or try your hand at axe-throwing.
- Escape Rooms in Winnipeg
- Bowling Alleys in Winnipeg
- Fun Park Amusement Center
- Uptown Alley Arcade
- Uptown Alley Laser Tag
- Jack Pott’s Thrill Zone
- Heights Archery Range
- Lasertopia
- U-Puttz Amusement Centre
- Speedworld
- Bad Axe Throwing Winnipeg
- Heartland Archery
- Hide N Seek
- Flying Squirrel
- Xtreme Tactics
- Activate Games
- AXE Throwing Winnipeg
- Kid City
- Vertical Adventures
Winter Break Camps
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Christmas & Boxing Day
Christmas is an extra special day to spend with family. Check out our list of things to do on December 25 & 26 in Winnipeg.
Springhill Winter Sports Park
Located just 15 minutes from downtown Winnipeg is the Springhill Winter Park. Head here to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and winter activities. Details
Live Music / Theatre
- A Christmas Carol: Readings with Ron Robinson on December 21 – 24, 2023 @ Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre
- RWB: Nutcracker on December 21 – 30, 2023 @ Centennial Concert Hall
- Narnia on December 1-23, 2023 @ Manitoba Theatre for Young People
- Outside Joke’s A Christmas Carol: Bigger Dickens Energy on December 12 – 23, 2023 @ Prairie Theatre Exchange
- Candlelight: Holiday special featuring “The Nutcracker” and more on December 21 – 22, 2023 | 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM @ The Fort Garry Hotel
- The Sound of Music on November 28 – December 23, 2023 @ Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
- Toque – All Star Canadian Classic Rock on Saturday, December 30, 2023 | 8:00 PM @ Club Regent Event Centre
- The Book of Mormon on January 5-7, 2024 @ Centennial Concert Hall
Other Events
- Eaton’s Fairytale Vignettes on November 18, 2023 – January 7, 2024 @ Children’s Museum
- HoHoHoliday 5k – Virtual Edition on December 1 – 31, 2023 | All Day anytime
- Santa Photos on November 17 – December 24, 2023 @ Kildonan Place
- Here Comes Santa Claus on November 25 – December 24, 2023 @ Portage Place
- Visit with Santa at CF Polo Park on November 17 – December 25, 2023
- Planetarium Shows @ The Manitoba Museum
- Celebration at The Leaf on November 25, 2023 – January 7, 2024
- All That Glows: Gnome for the Holidays on November 21, 2023 – January 6, 2024
- Holiday Programming at CMHR on Various dates, November 11, 2023 to January 6, 2024
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Winter Holiday Horse Experience
This holiday season, come and experience the life changing effects horses can have on you and your family! Bring your whole family or your special date, this event is for everyone!! Details
December 27 – 29, 2023 | 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM
Sagehill Stables, 4180 Waverley Street, Winnipeg
$12.75/person
Pyjama Days @ the Manitoba Museum
The weather outside might be frightful, but the Manitoba Museum is the place for a warm and welcoming Winter Break. Toss on your comfiest pyjamas and cushiest slippers and join us this holiday season for family fun in all three of our incredible attractions. Details
December 26, 2023 – January 7, 2024
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg
$15 – $23
Snowshoe, S’mores and Hot Chocolate
Spend the afternoon at the Marsh for some winter fun! Join a guided snowshoe walk and enjoy some delicious S’mores and Hot Chocolate by the fire. Play a game of Bird Bingo and you could win some prizes! Details
Saturday, January 6, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Bay on Hwy 220, Stonewall
$10 – $15
Beyond Monet
More than 400 Monet pieces are thrillingly brought to new life in Beyond Monet, a unique and exhilarating multimedia experience. Details
December 1, 2023 – January 4, 2024
RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave, Winnipeg
$30 – $55
Kids’ Holiday Programming at RAMWC
From December 27 to January 7, come to the museum to enjoy free holiday programming. Details
December 27, 2023 to January 7, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, 2088 Wellington Avenue, Winnipeg
Free with admission
Christmas Bird Count
Take in a short presentation and learn the ins and outs of identifying common winter birds around FortWhyte Alive, then head out on a walk with an experienced birder to identify the birds you see! You will gain the basic knowledge to be able to continue the bird count in your own backyard! Details
Tuesday, December 26, 2023 | 12:30 PM- 3:30 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with admission
Workshops/Talks/Exhibitions/Other Events
- Inuit Sanaugangit: Art Across Time on April 1, 2023 to January 7, 2024 @ WAG-Qaumajuq
- Keeping Time: The Art and Heritage of Mennonite Clocks on until February 29, 2024 @ Manitoba Museum
- Tarralik Duffy: Gasoline Rainbows on until March 10, 2023 @ WAG-Qaumajuq
- legs on November 23, 2023 to February 16, 2024 @ Gallery 1C03
- Tim Gardner: The Full Story on until April 7, 2024 @ Winnipeg Art Gallery
- Dark Ice on until May 26, 2024 @ Winnipeg Art Gallery
- Mimicry and Adaptation: Tracking the Influence of Traditional Ukrainia on until March 15, 2024 @ Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre
- Seasoned Ground // Martha Street Studio at Galerie Buhler Gallery on until January 28, 2024
Winnipeg Jets
Cheer the Jets at the Canada Life Centre. Details
Winnipeg Jets Skills Competition on Thursday, December 28, 2023 | 7:00 PM
vs. Minnesota Wild on Saturday, December 30, 2023 | 7:00 PM
vs. Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 | 7:00 PM
300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$64 – $272
Manitoba Moose
Catch Manitoba Moose in action at the Canada Life Centre. Details
vs. Texas Stars on Friday, December 29, 2023 | 7:00 PM
vs. Texas Stars on Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 4:00 PM
vs. Belleville Senators on Saturday, January 6, 2024 | 2:00 PM
vs. Belleville Senators on Sunday, January 7, 2024 | 2:00 PM
300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$27- $45
The Brick 39th Annual New Year’s Run
Monday January 1, 2024 | Start Time 10:15 AM
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg, 3550 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
$15 – $65
Boxing Day at Children’s Museum
Bring your creativity to the Children’s Museum this Boxing Day where we’re celebrating by building with all the cardboard boxes we can find! Details
Tuesday, December 26, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Children’s Museum, 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg
Regular admission
Top Hats & Tiaras
Sunday, December 31 , 2023 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Children’s Museum, 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg
Regular admission
The Wackydoodle Dance Party for Kids New Years Day Special
Get down to fun, family-friendly jams, spun by two of Winnipeg’s favourite DJs. Mimosa’s, Juice Boxes, Good Tunes, Great Times, in a Safe, Fun Family enviroment. Details
Monday, January 1, 2024 | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
The Park Theatre, 698 Osborne Street, Winnipeg
$0 – $5 + fees
First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum
Join us on the First Friday of every month from 5 pm to 9 pm for free general admission. Details
Friday, Janaury 5, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg
Free
Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity
Catch the screenings of the best films from the 2023 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity! Details
December 9, 2023 to January 6, 2024
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd, Winnipeg
$15
Children’s Activities
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Manitoba Winter Activities
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