Winnipeg 
Weekend events and activities in Winnipeg, including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions: Friday, July 10 – Sunday, July 12, 2026.
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I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Summer Colour Fest
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
$15-$20
Naija Market Day
Looking for a vibrant cultural experience the whole family can enjoy? Naija Market Day is your passport to the heart of Africa — no flight required! Step into a lively, open-air marketplace filled with the colours, sounds, flavours, and energy of African culture, all in one unforgettable day. Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Princess Park, Brandon
Free
DISNEY Theme Train Ride
Join this Storybook of Royalty-themed train ride with Aladdin, Jasmine, Cinderella, Prince, Elsa and Annie. Passengers are encouraged to dress up as their favourite Disney Characters. Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 02:45 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$55
Harry Potter Theme Train Ride
The global phenomenon of the Harry Potter Wizarding World comes to the Prairie Dog Central Railway! Passengers are encouraged to dress up in the favourite Harry Potter Characters. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 02:45 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$55
Summer Craft Market
The Oak Hammock Marsh Summer Craft Market features local makers, artisans, and small businesses in a relaxed, nature-inspired setting.
Visitors can browse a curated selection of handcrafted goods, local foods, and unique gifts while enjoying the sights and sounds of the Marsh. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wetland Discovery Centre, 1 Snow Goose Bay, Stonewall
Admission to the Market is free and admission reduced to 50% to visit the Wetland Discovery Centre
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
II. Live Music
Garden Concerts at The Leaf
Saturdays, July 11, 18, 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Assiniboine Park The Leaf, Winnipeg
Free
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine 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 Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Winnipeg Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. Details
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 8:30 PM
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Boulevard, Winnipeg
$36.50 – $63.50 + fees
Winnipeg Folk Festival
This year’s lineup includes Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Mavis Staples, Waxahatchee, The Cat Empire, Allison Russell, Ani DiFranco, Begonia, Ruby Waters, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and many more! Details
July 9-12, 2026
Birds Hill Provincial Park, St. Clements
$70 &up
94fatso
94fatso is a rising hip-hop artist known for blending melodic flows, raw storytelling, and contemporary rap production. With tracks like “Club Song,” “Perfect Day,” and “Options,” he’s built a growing fanbase through authentic lyrics and a sound that balances street narratives with personal reflection. Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St
$80 and up
Corydon Avenue B.I.Z. Concert Series
Enjoy the free lineup of concerts during the Corydon Avenue Concert Series. Details
Fridays & Saturdays, June 26 – August 29, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
July 10 | High Profile @ Cockburn St. South
July 11 | Rewind @ Hugo St. North
Corydon Avenue, Winnipeg
Free
The Bouncing Souls
The Bouncing Souls are a renowned New Jersey punk rock band formed in 1989, known for their anthemic, high-energy, and optimistic music. Often considered a “punk rock institution,” they built a loyal following over three decades through consistent touring and melodic releases, evolving through albums like How I Spent My Summer Vacation, anchors Aweigh, Hopeless Romantic and upcoming album Born to Be. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St
$65 and up
III. Theatre/Performing Arts
My Purpose – Victor Ebiye
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Cherry Karpyshin Mainstage, Prairie Theatre Exchange, 393 Portage Ave, 3rd Floor, Portage Place
$35
Jesus Christ Superstar
Having wowed audiences for over 50 years, this rock opera follows the last week of Jesus’s life through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Originally a 1970 concept album, the show is sung-through, meaning there is no spoken dialogue. It explores themes of fame, betrayal, and power, and is known for its contemporary approach to the biblical story. Details
June 25 – July 12, 2026
Rainbow Stage, Kildonan Park, 100 Rainbow Drive, Winnipeg
$36 – $85 + fees
Movies under the Stars
Cinéma sous les étoiles offers Manitoba audiences free outdoor screenings of French-language films with English subtitles, this year on Thursday evenings from June to September. Details
Thursdays, June 25 to September 3, 2026
Saint Boniface Cathedral, Avenue de la Cathedrale, Winnipeg
Free; Reservations recommended
Can’t Buy me Love – The Beatles Forever
It’s the swinging ’60s! Step back into the halls of “Liverpool High”, where four lads with mop-top dreams are about to shake up the school talent show. Four students form a band to impress their crushes, two exchange students, all the way from Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada. Details
April 30 – July 12, 2026
Destination Dinner Stage, 1824 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg
$51 and up
IV. Sports
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
vs. Toronto Argonauts. Details
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Princess Auto Stadium, 315 Chancellor Matheson Road, Winnipeg
$14 and up
Winnipeg Goldeyes
vs Gary SouthShore. Details
Friday, July 10, 2026| 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Blue Cross Park, One Portage Ave East, Winnipeg
$15 and up
Winnipeg Sea Bears
vs. Calgary Surge. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 2:30 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Avenue
$19 and up
Women’s National Baseball Championships
Baseball Canada is thrilled to welcome all players, coaches, officials, volunteers, and fans to the 2026 Women’s National Championship, for what promises to be an exciting and memorable event. Details
July 9 – 12, 2026
Optimist Park, 1600 Summit Road
Enjoy Hiking or Discover Nature Attractions
Seeking some fresh-air adventure this weekend? The good news is there are lots of natural areas for you to explore: 25 of the Best Hikes in and around Winnipeg
V. Festivals, Exhibitions and Other Events
Rhythms of Unity Festival
Patio 340 will resonate with the rhythm of Unity. Come experience the spirit of community, creativity, laughter, and discovery through Francophone African music and dance. The program includes powerful drum circles, breathtaking acrobatics, Afrobeat dance workshops, storytelling, Indigenous performances, African food, and much more! At its heart, Rhythms of Unity is a family event that allows people of different cultures, languages, and generations to come together and share a moment. Come for the music, stay for the connections, and leave filled with love. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Le Patio 340-CCFM, 340 Provencher Blvd, Winnipeg
Free entrance
Great Train Robbery Dinner Ride
The Wild West, when train robberies happened! These outlaws rode fleet on horseback and took what they wanted; We need Sheriffs of all ages to help us foil these plans, to put these cowboys in jail! Details
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 3:30 PM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$75
Assiniboine Park’s Summer Entertainment Series 2026
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 5 – August 30, 2026
Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
Free
Free Second Saturdays at Dalnavert
On the second Saturday of every month, learn to play a Victorian-era game in the Visitors’ Centre, explore the historic house at your own pace with a self-guided tour, and finish the afternoon with a craft in the attic. Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
Free
Paint ‘n’ Sip Morning
Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolour tutorial, then relax in Dalnavert’s beautiful garden with a mimosa while you create your plein-air masterpiece! Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Dalnavert Museum, 61 Carlton, Winnipeg
$30 – $37
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 28 – September 13, 2026 | 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM
Thursday, July 2 – September 10, 2026 | 1:30 PM & 6:00 PM
FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg
$16 – $26
Haunted History Ghost Tours
Step inside the historic house after dark and uncover the chilling tales of ghosts and specters who have made their presence known to visitors through the ages. This one hour tour grants access to the haunted halls within, including rare access to the eerie basement. Equal parts spine-tingling and captivating, these haunted histories are sure to thrill and unsettle in equal measure. Details
July 9 & 11, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$25 – $30
Summer Craft Market at the Marsh
The Oak Hammock Marsh Summer Craft Market features local makers, artisans, and small businesses in a relaxed, nature-inspired setting.
Visitors can browse a curated selection of handcrafted goods, local foods, and unique gifts while enjoying the sights and sounds of the Marsh. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wetland Discovery Centre, 1 Snow Goose Bay, Stonewall
Admission to the Market is free and admission reduced to 50% to visit the Wetland Discovery Centre
Transcona BIZ Community Markets
Shop some of your favourite handmade vendors as well as some new vendors to discover! Details
Thursdays, June 25 – August 27, 2026
Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Avenue West, Winnipeg
Free
Death at Dalnavert
On the Death at Dalnavert tour, learn all about Victorian funeral customs and practices, superstitions and spiritualism. With the (allegedly haunted) historic house as your backdrop, explore Victorian mourning culture and death. Details
July 9 – 10, 2026
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$10 general, $9 for students and seniors
Dinner with Drac
Step into the looming shadows of Transylvania for an immersive screening of the legendary 1931 Dracula here at the Dalnavert Museum and Visitors As Bela Lugosi’s iconic Count takes the screen, we invite you to sink your teeth into a decadent three-course meal, timed to the unfolding drama on screen and paired with two specialty cocktails. Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
Tickets are $65 for general admission, $60 for members.
Driven Canadian Aftermarket Car Show
This ONE-DAY indoor event will showcase incredible show cars and businesses from Canada and beyond, along with an exciting PRO Drift Demo. Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue
General Admission (Ages 12-64): $25.71 Children 5-11/ Seniors 65+: $13.33
PUBLIC ART FREE GUIDED TOURS
Various dates
Various venues, Winnipeg
Free
IV. Food Events, Dinner Theatre & Night Life Events
High tea at the Big House
Join Friends of Lower Fort Garry for a traditional Victorian high tea at the Big House. Nibble on fancy sandwiches and pastries as you enjoy the atmosphere on the veranda. Details
Sunday, July 12, August 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lower Fort Garry, 5925 Provincial Trunk Hwy 9
$30 – $45, Reservations are required
Winnipeg Night Market
Fridays & Saturdays, June 26 – August 1, 2026
True North Square with Graham Ave. and Richardson Centre, Winnipeg
Free
Savour the Exchange Food Tour
Home to over 50 unique restaurants, the Exchange District is an inspired community of culinary creativity. Savour a few of these one-of-a-kind upscale dining experiences while enjoying the passion and originality our local chefs have to offer. Details
July 2 – August 27, 2026
Exchange District, Winnipeg
$130
Drew Behm
Hailing from Edmonton and now based in Toronto, Drew Behm is a celebrated comedian, writer, and content creator. He gained fame with his viral “Alberta accent” videos (100M+ views) and has appeared at Just for Laughs (named a “New Face of Comedy” in 2021), the Halifax Comedy Festival, and Seattle Comedy Competition. His indie comedy album GNARLY and popular podcast This Week with Drew showcase his energetic and versatile talent.
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 8:30 PM
The Basement Comedy Lounge, 3740 Portage Ave
$27.22 – $121.86
Jarrett Campbell
Debra DiGiovanni is a standup and performer originally from Toronto, now based in Los Angeles. Debra can be seen around the world appearing in comedy festivals like Moontower, High Plains, JFL Sydney, and JFL Montreal. Her comedy album Lady Jazz was nominated for a Juno Award: Comedy Album of the Year 2019. Debra has appeared on CONAN, The Tonight Show, Comedy Central’s Stand Up Featuring, and released a comedy special on Season 2 of Unprotected Sets for Epix. Debra can be seen on the Amazon original series Last One Laughing, and her most recent comedy album Honourable Intentions won her a Juno for Comedy Album of the year and is available on SiriusXM.
July 7 – 11, 2026
Rumor’s Restaurant and Comedy Club, 190-2025 Corydon Avenue
$17 – $79 + tax
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The MB Country Music awards are on Sunday, Nov 10, not Friday
Hi: in response to the person wanting sports events listed I would beg you to put them in a sport section so the rest of us can notwaste time going thru the sports i fo we are not i terestedin. I thought your list was great! Thanks
You really should remove the Honey Dill Expo from this weekend’s list of things to do.
This was an April Fool’s joke. Seeing it on the list only makes me wish it was real.
This weekend is on point for arts, theatre, music, and nightlife in Winnipeg. Probably one of the best weekends I’ve seen for great events in a while!
Although, my disappointment is that there are about 2-3 sporting events on this list with very little detail. 1. Being Valour FC which is a big deal since it’s the inaugural season for the club and league, and 2. Being the WPS Half Marathon on Sunday.
I will note that there are a few events geared towards outdoor adventure, wilderness, and nature, although those events are tailored for a small niche special interest population.
For example, last weekend the event ” Fight for Charity 2019″ in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters Winnipeg was a big event at the RBC convention centre and it didn’t make it on this list. The event was attended by over 1000 people and a formal gala style evening celebrating 22 amateur boxers for their first fight in support of charity. What gives?
This “to do winnipeg” list makes our city look inept when it comes to sports, athletics, and fitness.
My kind request would be to include further athletic events in this calendar (with more of a sales pitch explanation) as the list favours about 95% loaded towards the arts. Once again, I love the arts, but sports are my passion.
Thank You,
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Why does the header appear as last weekend when I try & tweet out your Labour day events in Wpg?
“Things to do weekend” article is updated every Sunday night/Monday Morning to reflect upcoming weekend. So it may happen that twitter cache is not updated with this week’s heading.