Winnipeg 
Weekend events and activities in Winnipeg, including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions: Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18, 2026.
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I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Boo at the Zoo
October 2 – 31, 2026
Assiniboine Park Zoo, 2595 Roblin Boulevard, Winnipeg
$17.50 + GST (all ages 3+)
Corn Maze @ A Maze In Corn
Enjoy an outdoor adventure with friends & family, wind your way through the Corn Maze, climb the bale pyramid, and visit the farm animals. Details
August 15 to November 1, 2026
A Maze In Corn, Manitoba 200, Saint Adolphe
$15 – $17 + GST
Boonstra Farm’s Corn Maze
Enjoy the corn maze, hayride, bale maze and petting zoo/playground. Details
September 12 – October 16, 2026
Boonstra Farms, Stonewall
$10 – $13
Corn Maze at Deer Meadow Farms
Featuring massive 10-acre designs, viral social media moments, and even appearances on national media and the Hallmark Channel. Details
Open now
Deer Meadow Farms, 67 111 Deacon Rd, Winnipeg
General Admission $16/pp +gst
Children (3-11) $14/pp +gst (2 & Under are Free)
Farmageddon
Farmageddon will be Manitoba’s largest Halloween attraction featuring great scares, cool sets and some of the shortest wait times. Details
October 9 – 10, 15 – 17, 22 – 24, 29 – 31, 2026
Deer Meadow Farms, Springfield Rd, Winnipeg
$34 and up
Six Pines Haunted Attractions – Fear by Night
For nearly three decades, Six Pines has been terrifying Manitoba – and this year the darkness returns with brand-new scenes, sinister characters and nightmarish encounters designed to leave even the bravest souls trembling. Details
Thursday – Saturday, October 2 – 31, 2026 & Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Six Pines Haunted Attractions, 69058 Sturgeon Road 8 E, Winnipeg
$25-$55
Themed Train Rides
Train of Terror – Board at Inkster Junction and set off on a haunted journey into rural Manitoba. Once the train leaves the station, prepare for terrifying characters, live scares, theatrical performances, lighting effects and surprises you won’t see coming. When you arrive at our festival grounds in Warren, you’ll have approximately 90 minutes to pass through scare zones, explore haunted attractions, grab something to eat and experience Halloween like never before.
Family Fun Halloween Adventure – Board our historic train at Inkster Junction and set off on a journey filled with music, beloved characters, live entertainment and family-friendly surprises. But the train ride is only the beginning… When you arrive at our festival grounds, your family will have approximately 90 minutes to explore themed activities and games, meet characters, take photos, enjoy Halloween treats and discover surprises throughout the grounds. Then, climb back aboard the train to return to Inkster Junction.
Train of Terror | October 16 – 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Family Fun Halloween Adventure | October 17 – 18 | 11:00 AM
Prairie Dog Central, 64099 Prairie Dog Trail, Winnipeg
$60 – $65 + tax
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
Take Five: Dave Brubeck and the West Coast Sound
Dave Brubeck and Paul Desmond were the defining icons of cool jazz, their partnership synonymous with the sophisticated rhythms and breezy elegance of the West Coast Sound. Join the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra for a tribute to these legends, driected by and featuring alto saxophonist Neil Watson alongside the exceptional piano work of Will Bonness. Details
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Desautels Concert Hall, University of Manitoba, 150 Dafoe Road West
$25/ students or under 30 yrs; $49/adults
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra – Back 2 Back: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John
Experience a high-energy concert celebrating two of pop’s most iconic songwriters as the orchestra joins forces with Jeans ‘n Classics. Led by Associate Conductor Monica Chen, this dynamic concert brings the music of Elton John and Billy Joel to life in rich, full-orchestra arrangements that add new colour, power, and emotion. Details
October 17 – 18, 2026
Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St, Winnipeg
$27.00 – $92.00
III. Film/Theatre/Performing Arts
Les fourberies de Scapin – Scapin’s tricks
Can Scapin exist here and now? Absolutely — because its central theme remains timeless: the revenge of a servant against his masters, or of anyone oppressed against those who hold power over them. Ages 12+.
October 14 – 17, 22 – 24, 2026
Théâtre Cercle Molière, 340 Bvld Provencher
$11.50 – $41.50
Sal Vulcano: Everything’s Fine Tour
Best known as the co-creator, executive producer, and star of the global comedy phenomenon Impractical Jokers, Vulcano has spent over a decade entertaining millions of fans with his signature blend of quick wit, relatable storytelling, and fearless comedy. While audiences know him from nearly 300 episodes of the long-running hit series, his stand-up career has rapidly become a major draw in its own right, with sold-out performances at iconic venues including New York City’s Beacon Theatre and Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Details
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith Street, Winnipeg
$65 and up
Prairie Theatre Exchange presents Glory
The true story of the Preston Rivulettes, the most successful women’s hockey team in the history of Canadian sports. Set in the 1930s against the rise of fascism across the ocean and racism within our own borders, Glory is the uplifting and entertaining story of a group of Canadian women determined to break barriers and follow their dreams. With hockey sequences choreographed to 1930s swing music with a modern edge, Glory is a spectacular theatrical celebration of courage, teamwork and the thrill of the game. Details
October 13 – 18, 20 – 25, 2026
Prairie Theatre Exchange, Unit Y300-393 Portage Avenue
$15 – $$63
Danny Bhoy: Dear World…
Fresh from his completely sold out run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, Scottish sensation Danny Bhoy is bringing his latest show ‘Dear World…’ to Canada. This will mark Danny’s remarkable ninth cross-Canada tour! Dear World is the long-awaited sequel to his 2014 smash hit show ‘Dear Epson…’ which he describes as a hybrid of stand-up and theatre, and it’s sure to delight audiences around the world as much as it did in his hometown. Details
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith Street, Winnipeg
$65 and up
That’s Dirty Dancing
Pack your bags for Loverman’s Lodge, where summer love sizzles to the beat of your favourite hits, the jukebox spins nonstop, and the dance floor is strictly no corners allowed. Baby meets Johnny and sparks fly on the dance floor but off the floor… let’s just say not everyone plays nice. A villain sets sights on the Lodge and we discover that our leading man moonlights in a rougher line of work… one that involves fewer mambos and a lot more mayhem. Details
August 6 – October 18, 2026
Destination Dinner Stage, 1824 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg
$51 and up
THE CUT
Sarah (Jewish, pregnant) and Andrew (not Jewish, not pregnant) are surrounded by half-unpacked boxes, baby furniture, and the anxious excitement of all that’s to come. What starts as a simple night of nesting, takes a sharp turn when one question cuts everything open: to circumcise or not to circumcise?
Raw, funny, uncomfortable, and achingly human, The Cut is a gripping look at why the hardest conversations are sometimes the most necessary. Recommended for Ages 14+. Details
October 15-25, 2026
Berney Theatre (Rady JCC), C 148-123 Doncaster Street, Winnipeg
$43 – 44
Friday Night Flicks: Nosferatu
Join us in the attic for a screening of Nosferatu, the iconic 1922 silent film. Inspired by Bram Stoker’s Dracula, F. W. Murnau’s masterpiece brought the vampire from the pages of Victorian literature to the silver screen, creating one of cinema’s most haunting and enduring monsters. Details
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$25 – $30
Jarlath Regan – Gas Man
Ireland’s favourite comedian/Mammy translator, Jarlath Regan returns to the stage with a brand new show for 2026. The world knows and loves him for his hilarious daily clips, now it’s time for you to see this Gas Man in person. 16+. Details
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 8:00 PM
West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Avenue
$44.81 – $59.23
Cinémental
Cinémental, Manitoba’s Francophone Film Festival, is celebrating its 35th edition from October 9 to 11 and from October 16 to 18, 2026, at the Centre culturel franco-manitobain (340 Provencher Boulevard). Let yourself be seduce with a selection of the best productions of the 2025-2026 season, with English subtitles. Details
October 9 – 18, 2026
Centre culturel franco-manitobain, 340 Provencher Boulevard, Winnipeg
$0-$40
Cyrano de Bergerac
A gifted wordsmith and legendary duelist, Cyrano de Bergerac disarms with a flick of a sword and his rapier wit. Details
October 7 – November 1, 2026
John Hirsch Mainstage, 174 Market Avenue, Winnipeg
$30.00 – $102.00
IV. Sports/Walks
Manitoba Moose
American Hockey League. Details
vs Texas Stars on Friday, October 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM
vs Texas Stars on Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$27- $45
Rumble in the Burt
WPW takes over the historic Burton Cummings Theatre for the 4th time, featuring WPW Women’s Champion Jody Threat, “Sweet” Bobby Schink, Tyler Colton, Devon Monroe, The Matriarch, Mo Jabari and so much more to be announced. Details
Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith Street, Winnipeg
$26 and up
Winnipeg Jets
vs. Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 2:30 PM
Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Ave., Winnipeg
$64 – $270
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
Halloween
From spooky haunted houses and family-friendly Halloween fun to costume parties and thrilling nighttime adventures, discover Winnipeg’s best Halloween events.
WAG Gallery Ball
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM to late
Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Boulevard, Winnipeg
$350 – $500
Scattered Seeds Craft Market
Celebrate the season of giving by giving back to the birds!
Stock up on quality birdseed during our Thanksgiving Weekend Sale and get your yard ready for feathered visitors all winter long. Choose from a selection of seed mixes, from Agri-Tel, at special holiday prices. Every purchase helps support wildlife and wetland conservation. Details
October 16 – 18 & 23 – 25, 2026
Red River Exhibition Park, 3977 Portage Avenue
Advance Tickets: $10 (65+ $8) At the Door: $12 (65+ $10)
Haunted Halloween Tea Party
Come in your Halloween costume and enjoy a family-friendly tea party. Search for ghosts in the historic house and enjoy Halloween-themed crafts and activities. Halloween costumes are encouraged! Details
Saturday, October 17, 24 & 31, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$10
Experiences with the Other Side
Join Inés Bonacossa, Collections Registrar, for this haunting edition of the Language of Dalnavert, where she will be sharing her own experiences with the ‘Other side’.
During his thrilling lecture, Inés will tell stories of the paranormal happenings of Dalnavert museum, some of the interviews of the supernatural she has taken part in, and her own use of pendulums to communicate with the afterlife. Details
Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$5- $10
Six Pines Haunted Attractions – Daytime Flashlight Haunt
Bring your own flashlight to explore the haunts in a less intense atmosphere. Your flashlight will guide you through the experience, complete with theatrical effects like fog and music. However, rest assured that no actors will surprise you with sudden appearances. The Ghoul Daytime Haunt provides a well-rounded haunted attraction experience that caters to a diverse audience, including families, young children, and those who prefer a milder scare. It offers a balanced mix of spooky elements and safety measures to ensure everyone can have a hauntingly good time. Details
Saturdays & Sundays – October 17 – 18, 24 – 25, 31, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Six Pines Haunted Attractions, Winnipeg
Fear Pass $25
send + receive Festival of Sound
send + receive is one of the longest running media arts festivals in North America focusing exclusively on sound. The annual festival showcases the innovative work of Manitoban, Canadian, and international artists, engaging critically with audio-based art in a global context. Details
October 15, 17 – 18, 2026
West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Avenue
$81.41
Pumpkins After Dark Winnipeg
Pumpkins After Dark is an award-winning outdoor Halloween experience featuring thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, illuminated displays, immersive walkthroughs, live pumpkin carving demonstrations, seasonal food and beverages, photo opportunities, and family-friendly Halloween entertainment. Details
October 15 – 31, 2026
Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
$12.42 – $29.96
The Haunted Forest
Join us for an interactive, outdoor experience that you won’t soon forget. Enter at your own risk as our resident creatures of the forest come alive and lure you in with their haunting humour. Details
October 1 – 31, 2026
A Maze In Corn, 1351 PR 200, Saint Adolphe
$35 – $37 + GST
Sunset Goose Flights
Take in the sounds of the season and watch the sky come to life as thousands of geese land after sunset in this breathtaking autumn ritual. Details
Wednesday – Sunday, October 1 – 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Alloway Reception Centre at FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg
$10; Pre-register
Ghost Tours at Lower Fort Garry
Join us as we celebrate migration at Oak Hammock Marsh. Watch bird banding demonstrations on both Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. located just south of the parking lot. Special theatre presentations by Paula Grieef, Manitoba bird expert and Director of the bird banding station at Oak Hammock Marsh. Details
October 2 – 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site, 925 Provincial Trunk Hwy 9
$36
Anne Mulaire Pop-Up Shop
Come shop the collection and experience Indigenous fashion rooted in culture, community, and conscious design. Details
October 8 – 18, 2026
1 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg
Free
Gossiping With Ghosts
Join us for an evening of ghostly fun and learn about the different ways Victorians communicated with the afterlife. Details
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dalnavert Museum and Visitors’ Centre, 61 Carlton Street, Winnipeg
$35- $40
SO BELOW: Vincent Wolfgang
Urban Shaman is excited to announce our brand new gallery space at Market Lands with Vincent Wolfgang’s exhibition SO BELOW – a celebration of queer joy. SO BELOW looks towards our bodies, sexuality, and pleasure as a source of power in the face of the increasing struggles our communities experience. Details
October 2 – November 14, 2026
You Betta Werk Kiki Ball Pt. 3 | Saturday, October 17 | 7 PM – 11 PM
Urban Shaman Art Gallery, 148 King Street, Winnipeg
Free
IV. Food Events, Dinner Theatre
Migration Evenings
Thursdays to Sundays, September 17 to October 12, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Oak Hammock Marsh, 1 Snow Goose Bay on Hwy. 220, Stonewall
$10 per person (plus tax)
Abbas Wahab
Abbas Wahab is a New York–based, Canadian comedian and actor. He’s been featured at the Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as a SWAT officer in M. Night Shyamalan’s TRAP. Wahab has appeared in hit TV shows including The Boys, What We Do in the Shadows, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Details
October 16 – 17, 2026 | 8:30 PM
The Basement Comedy Lounge, 3740 Portage Ave
$32.48 – $142.89
Mike Vecchione
Mike Vecchione is an Italian-American comedian and actor whose stand-up has been described as “rapid-fire delivery, swiftly moving from joke to joke and hitting his punch lines like a boxer working a speed bag.” Mike has made numerous appearances on The Tonight Show, Comedy Central, Netflix, SiriusXM and more. Based in New York City, Mike headlines all across America as well as internationally. Details
October 15 – 17, 2026
Rumor’s Restaurant and Comedy Club, 190-2025 Corydon Avenue
$20 – $22 + 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.