Winnipeg 
Terry Fox Long Weekend Events & Activities in and Around Winnipeg
Friday, August 1 – Monday, August 4, 2025
Things to do during the Terry Fox long weekend in and around Winnipeg.
- Summer Fun: 100+ Fun Things to Do This Summer in Winnipeg
- Free Summer Fun: 50+ Free Things to Do This Summer Around Winnipeg
- For travel ideas: Things to Do in Manitoba
Road Closures this Weekend – Here
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Folklorama
Travel the world without a passport! Experience world-class entertainment, enjoy delicious authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and view beautiful cultural displays during Folklorama, the largest and longest-running multicultural festival of its kind in the world. Adventure to Pavilions that will transport you around the world without leaving Winnipeg. Details
August 3 to 16, 2025
Various locations, Winnipeg
$7.50 per ticket (plus applicable service fee)
Hazy Lazy Day of Summer
Cool off at the marsh this weekend! Participate in the Toe Dipping Contest and Milk Carton Boat Race. Details
August 2 – 4, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Way, Stonewall
$5.00 – $10.00 per person
Free Family Fun Nights
At Assiniboia Downs, we believe in making your racing experience unforgettable for the whole family! Enjoy free family fun events during live racing nights. Details
Monday, August 4, 2025 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
Free
Thunder Rapids Amusement Park
Daily | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Weather Dependent)
Thunder Rapids Amusement Park, 5058 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
Various packages
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day aboard the Prairie Dog Central is a firm passenger favourite. With something for everyone, make sure you book early as this event sells out fast! Ian the Musician will entertain with live music and Patrick the Magician will make balloon animals for all of the children as we make our way to Grosse Isle. During the stopover enjoy more live music and grab a front row seat in preparation for Patrick’s fully interactive 45-minute magic show. Before we head back to the city, visit the volunteers in the Heritage House, East Rosser School and take a moment in the Church. Bring along your own home packed picnic basket or delight in the baked pies, pastries, hot dogs and smokies freshly prepared by the locals. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$29.95 – $36.95
The Mystical Magic Train
Abbra-ca-Dabra! We have planned a day with mind-bending tricks, illusions, and sleight of hand that will leave you wondering ‘how did he do that?’ Join us as we take a peaceful ride to Grosse Isle, where Prairie Dog Central’s favourite magician, Patrick Gregoire, will greet us. Pick a front-row seat as Patrick performs a 45-minute fun and interactive magic show. Bring along your home-packed lunch or savour the home-baking, ice cream, hotdogs, and smokies freshly prepared for your arrival. Finally, take a wander through the beautifully restored Heritage Village buildings before we hop back onboard for the return trip. Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$29.95 – $36.95
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Civic Holiday Celebration
Enjoy a leisurely trip to the rural community of Grosse Isle aboard our beautifully restored vintage coaches. Sit back and relax as our onboard musician makes his way through the train singing his heart out. During the stopover you can walk through the cab of the steam locomotive as the engineer and fireman prepare for the return trip. A vast array of home baking and freshly prepared hotdogs and smokies are available to purchase or you can bring along your own picnic. Finally, stroll though the Heritage Village as the volunteers demonstrate items from years past. It’s a wonderful way to spend this holiday. Details
Monday, August 4, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 02:45 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$31.95 – $38.95
Play at The Forks
Summer sees various programming at The Forks, including skateboarding, basketball, dancing, table tennis, mushroom foraging, and more. Details
Various dates, until August 30, 2025
The Forks, Winnipeg
Free
Summer Line-Up at the Children’s Museum
Join us all summer long for hands-on programming inspired by the season and our summer exhibition, Attack Of The Bloodsuckers! From 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM daily, enjoy special activities that include crafts, games, and so much more. Details
July 28 – August 3, 2025
Manitoba Children’s Museum, 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg
Regular Admission
Other Activities
- Leisure Centres
Enjoy the many free activities at the City of Winnipeg’s Leisure centres. - At the library
Winnipeg Public library offers plenty of free activities to choose from for all ages, including toddler story times. Plan ahead to attend some of the free activities on the following weekends: Program & Event posters. Click here to learn the daily schedule for the library. - Planetarium Shows @ Manitoba Museum
- Cineplex Family Favourites: Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favourite family film each week for only $3.99.
II. Live Music
Free Outdoor Summer Concerts
Enjoy free concerts all through the summer in Winnipeg. Take your pick from lunch-hour concerts or evening concerts. Details
ROCK NIGHT – THE LOVE LETTERS
Rock, boundless energy, and an electric atmosphere: that’s what awaits you at this Rock Night hosted by The Love Letters! Prepare to dive into a whirlwind of alternative, pop, funk, and indie rock sounds, all delivered on stage with incredible intensity. Don’t miss this vibrant, passionate evening starting at 7:30 p.m. at Patio 340!! Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 8:30 PM
Le patio 340 – CCFM, 340 Provencher Blvd, Winnipeg
Pay what you can
FUNK NIGHT – Dr. Henry Band
On August 3rd, prepare for an exhilarating musical experience full of captivating rhythms! Dr. Henry Band offers you a true mood boost with their unique sound, influenced by their West African roots and the musical inspirations they discovered in Canada. A vibrant and colorful mix awaits you for this evening, which will have you dancing to the rhythm of their irresistible Afro-fusion!! Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 730 PM
Le patio 340 – CCFM, 340 Provencher Blvd, Winnipeg
Pay what you can
Assiniboine Park’s Summer Entertainment Series
Dive back into summer traditions with the Summer Music Series at the Lyric Theatre, concerts at the Performance Garden at The Leaf, Movies in the Park, Ballet in the Park and more! Details
July 3 – August 31, 2025
Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
Free
Corydon Avenue B.I.Z. Concert Series
Fridays & Saturdays, June 20 – August 30, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Corydon Avenue, Winnipeg
Free
Impressions Jazz Group’s Global Jazz Jam
Enjoy two sets of jazz and world-based improvised music, in addition to jazz standards. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Old Market Square, 275 Bannatyne Ave, Winnipeg
Free
Cameron Whitcomb – Hundred Mile High Tour
Cameron Whitcomb brings a unique perspective to songwriting, deeply influenced by his own life experiences, including his battles and journey in the music industry. His approach to songwriting reflects a raw and authentic narrative style, drawing listeners into his world through vivid storytelling and emotional honesty. Cameron’s ability to weave personal tales into compelling musical narratives sets him apart in the songwriting landscape, resonating with listeners who find solace and understanding in his words. Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith Street, Winnipeg
$48 and up
Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Winnipeg. Get your tickets now to discover the music of ABBA at Winnipeg Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Boulevard, Winnipeg
$32.50 – $59.50
Candlelight: Rings and Dragons
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Winnipeg. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Rings and Dragons at Winnipeg Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 8:30 PM
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Boulevard, Winnipeg
$31 – $57
Alison Krauss & Union Station Arcadia 2025 tour
For nearly four decades,Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street
Starting $71
Samuel MurrellCole Jazz Sextet & Juicy Fusion
Samuel MurrellCole Jazz Sextet & Juicy Fusion at the Park Theatre! Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | Doors 7:30 PM
The Park Theatre, 698 Osborne St, Winnipeg
$25.41
III. Live Theatre
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg The New Wave Musicals of Jacques Demy
Join us for a rooftop film screening of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (92 min.) by Jacques Demy, presented by the Winnipeg Film Group.
One of the most gifted filmmakers to emerge during the French New Wave, Jacques Demy created a fascinating body of work characterized by fate and coincidence, doomed love, and storybook romance. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | Doors 8:00 PM
Winnipeg Art Gallery—Qaumajuq, 300 Memorial Blvd
$15 – 420
MAMMA MIA: An ABBA love story
Get ready for a summer of love, laughter and ABBA hits, in this light-hearted musical comedy that centers around a mother and daughter opening a boutique hotel on a tiny tropical island. Details
July 31 – October 11, 2025
Destination Dinner Stage, 1824 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg
$51 plus taxes and fees
Movies Under the Stars
Cinéma sous les étoiles offers Manitoba audiences free outdoor screenings of French-language films with English subtitles, this year from June 5 to August 28. Details
Thursdays, June 5 to August 28, 2025
Saint Boniface Cathedral, Avenue de la Cathedrale, Winnipeg
Free; Reservations recommended
Movies in the Park at the Lyric Theatre
Join us for Movies in the Park at the Lyric Theatre, part of Assiniboine Park’s Summer Entertainment Series! Details
Fridays, August 1 – 22, 2025 | 6:30 PM & 8:45 PM
August 1 | Lion King (1994) | 6:30 PM
August 1 | Mufasa | 8:45 PM
Lyric Theatre, Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
Free
IV. Sports
Paddle Nights
Spend an evening canoeing or kayaking for the perfect summer night – no experience required! Details
Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 3 – August 28, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg
$16.50 – $22
Voyageur Canoe Rides
Do you have what it takes to be a voyageur? Take a step back in time on the shores of Lake Muir as we take a paddle in a voyageur canoe. Details
Monday, August 4, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg
Included with general admission to FortWhyte Alive
Winnipeg Sea Bears
vs Saskatchewan Rattlers. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Avenue
$19 and up
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs. Toronto Argonauts. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Princess Auto Stadium, 315 Chancellor Matheson Road, Winnipeg
$14 and up
V. Festivals, Exhibitions and Other Events
First Friday in The Exchange
On the 1st Friday of each month, Galleries, Artist-Run Centres, Studios, Shops + Museums stay open late at this free event in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM and later
Various businesses in the Exchange District
Free
Zumba in the Park
Come on down and join us for some fun, fabulous, and FREE Zumba in the Park!
Daisy Villegas is a licensed Zumba instructor who is passionate about community building, wellness and fitness, outreach programs, and women and youth empowerment.
Saturdays, June 1 – August 31, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Riley Family Duck Pond – Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
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 – 5:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
Free with regular admission
First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum
Join us on the First Friday of every month from 4 pm to 9 pm for free general admission. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg
Free
Pollinator Garden Scavenger Hunt with CPAWS
Join the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) at the Zoo to participate in fun activities in the Pollinator Garden to learn about native wildlife and pollinators. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pollinator Garden, Assiniboine Park Zoo, Winnipeg
Regular Admission
Eat Like a Victorian
Join us for an afternoon of edible history as we serve a variety of Victorian snacks and dishes while discussing the history of each dish. We will take you through the dishes of the household staff all the way to the head of the house. This event will also include a custom tour of the museum themed around the dietary habits of its residents and guests will experience an exclusive close-up look at the cutlery and dishware of the period. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$37 general and $30 for members
Poverty and Prosperity: A Walk Down Early 1900s Broadway
This 60-minute walking tour of downtown explores Winnipeg’s roots and foundations, from periods of major growth to the present day. Join us on Poverty and Prosperity to hear stories of the city and learn how Winnipeg became the city it is today. Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$15 general and $5 for Dalnavert Museum members
Bison Bus Tour
Venture inside FortWhyte Alive’s bison prairie for an up-close encounter you’ve got to see to believe. Details
Sunday, June 1 – September 7, 2025 | 8:00 AM & 6:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
$14 – $20
Baby Bison Walk
See the 9th largest land animal at its smallest and cutest! Details
Saturdays, June 7 – August 30, 2025 | 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM
FortWhyte Alive, McCreary Road, Winnipeg
$10 – $15
Gardens at The Leaf Tours
Join us for a guided tour that will captivate your senses and bring you closer to nature. The six outdoor gardens at The Leaf all tell a story of how people connect with plants and how they bring meaning to our lives. After your guided tour of the Gardens at The Leaf, explore the four indoor biomes for a unique botanical experience. Details
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
The Gardens at The Leaf, Winnipeg
$20 + GST, includes Leaf admission
Black Garden at WAG-Qaumajuq
Join us for an unforgettable summer night of Black culture and music at our second annual Black Garden with Black Artists Winnipeg at WAG-Qaumajuq! Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 8:30 PM
Winnipeg Art Gallery—Qaumajuq, 300 Memorial Blvd, Winnipeg
Pay What You Can $30
Knowledge Sharing Series – Birchbark biting with Pat Bruderer
On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend. Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Lower Fort Garry, 5925 Highway 9, St. Andrews
Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.
Treaty No. 1 Commemoration
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Lower Fort Garry, 5925 Highway 9, St. Andrews
Admission to the site is free all day!
Festivals on a Weekend Trip
Festivals in Manitoba in August
- Fire & Water Music Festival on August 1 – 3, 2025
- Islendingadagurinn – Icelandic Festival of Manitoba on August 1 – 4, 2025
- Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa on August 1 – 3, 2025
- Pioneer Days on August 2 – 5, 2025
- Norway House Treaty & York Boat Days on August 1 – 10, 2025
- Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival on August 1 – 3, 2025
Attack of the Bloodsuckers!
Explore the science of what’s biting you in the skin-crawling Attack Of The Bloodsuckers! exhibition! This family-friendly exhibition examines the what, why, when, and how of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches, and other parasites. Learn why bloodsuckers are important to the ecosystem – and how to keep them out of YOUR system! Details
May 17 – September 1, 2025
Children’s Museum, 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg
Regular Admission
Critical Distance, a social augmented reality experience
Critical Distance is an augmented reality (AR) experience that follows Kiki – an eight-year-old orca – and a group of southern resident orcas known as J pod. Seen through the eyes of Kiki, Critical Distance offers a unique and immersive AR experience where visitors can interact with sound waves and touch elements to learn about echolocation, noise pollution, and the daily perils facing this critically endangered pod as they navigate life in the Salish Sea.
June 3 – August 31, 2025
Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg
Regular Admission
The Summer of Locals
The Local Summer market returns to Outlet Collection Winnipeg! Discover local vendors selling everything from food, drink, self-care, home décor, jewelry, and everything in between. Shop, taste, and explore local! Details
Saturday & Sunday, May 10 – August 31, 2025
Outlet Collection Winnipeg, 555 Sterling Lyon Pkwy
Public Art Free Guided Tours
Get outside and explore our city through public art… Free walking and cycling tours are back! Details
Various dates
Various venues, Winnipeg
Free
Summer Markets
Support local! Local vendors, live music and more.
- St. Boniface Summer Market on Thursdays, June 5 to August 28, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- South Osborne Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Downtown Winnipeg Farmers’ Market on Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Transcona BIZ Summer Community Markets on Thursdays, July 10 – August 21, 2025
- Wolseley Farmers Market on Tuesday and Thursday, June 3 – October 21, 2025 | 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Family Day at Morning Sound Farm
Experience a day in the country with milking, shearing, pony rides, hayrides, and loads of face-to-face time with animals and farmers. Details
August 2 & 4, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Morning Sound Farm, 43151 Rd 2 E, Sanford, MB
$12 – $14
Enjoy Hiking or Discover Nature Attractions
Seeking some fresh air adventure this weekend — the good news is there are many natural areas for you to explore.
- Top Hiking Trails in Manitoba
- 25 of the Best Hikes in and around Winnipeg
- Places to Enjoy A Winter Walk in Winnipeg
IV. Food Events, Dinner Theatre & Night Life Events
Emo Night Winnipeg
There will be classic emo anthems you know and love + MORE. See you there!! Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | Doors 10:00 PM
The Park Theatre, 698 Osborne St, Winnipeg
$13.10 – $18.54
Monty Scott
One of Canada’s most beloved comedians, Monty Scott headlines The Basement!
August 1 – 2, 2025 | 8:30 PM
The Basement Comedy Lounge, 3740 Portage Ave
$20 + tax
Ali Macofsky
Ali Macofsky is a stand up comedian, actress, and writer who began her comedy career at the age of 7 when she would join Ryan Seacrest on KIIS FM every weekday morning and prank call listeners as her character “Lil Ally” and has continued to pursue comedy ever since. Shortly after high school, Ali quickly established herself in the Los Angeles comedy scene where she became the first regular to perform on over 100 episodes of the Comedy Store’s weekly Kill Tony podcast. Details
July 29 – August 2, 2025
Rumor’s Restaurant and Comedy Club, 190-2025 Corydon Avenue
$15 – $20 + tax
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