🌞 Summer Fun in Winnipeg 2025
Winnipeg comes alive in summer, offering the perfect mix of nature, festivals, and culture. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, family-friendly fun, or after-work relaxation, here are our top picks for things to do in and around the city this season.
🎭 Arts & Culture
- Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival (July 17–28, 2025)
One of North America’s largest fringe festivals with over 150 performances. A great way to support independent theatre and explore quirky, bold shows downtown. - Folklorama (August 3–16, 2025)
A world-class multicultural celebration—explore pavilions showcasing global cuisine, performances, and traditions. Great for families, date nights, or team outings! - Assiniboine Park’s “Movies in the Park”
Free outdoor movies at the Lyric Theatre. Pack a blanket and catch family favourites under the stars. - Rainbow Stage
Rainbow Stage offers Broadway-style musicals under the canopy at Kildonan Park. This year’s lineup includes Rock of Ages & Disney;s Frozen - Caravan Open Mic & Stage at the Cube in Old Market Square
Runs from Monday, June 23 and runs through Monday, August 25. Open-mic night has been running since 2011 and is a welcomed opportunity to share music, comedy, magic, dance, storytelling or any other unique performances in a fun, vibrant and outdoor environment.
🎵 Festivals & Live Music
- Winnipeg Folk Festival (July 10–13, 2025)
A must-attend! Live music in Birds Hill Park with camping, food trucks, and artisan markets. Book early! - Canada Day at The Forks (July 1)
A full-day celebration with live music, family activities, and fireworks.
🌳 Outdoor Adventures
- Assiniboine Forest & Park
Enjoy 700 acres of nature trails, Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, and the zoo. Perfect for walking, biking, and family outings. - Camping & Glamping Nearby
Try Birds Hill Park for easy-access camping or Falcon Lake for longer escapes. Want luxury? Check out oTENTik sites in Riding Mountain National Park. - Boating on the Red or Assiniboine River
Rent a kayak, canoe, or hop aboard the Splash Dash Water Taxi for unique city views. - Stargaze at Spruce Woods Provincial Park
Experience dark skies perfect for astronomy enthusiasts.
☀️ Indoor Options for Rainy Days
- The Leaf at Assiniboine Park
Explore beautiful biomes, seasonal blooms, and the relaxing Indigenous-inspired Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar. - Manitoba Museum & Planetarium
A cool and educational way to escape the heat. Try the new summer exhibits and immersive dome shows. - Winnipeg Art Gallery – Qaumajuq
A stunning showcase of Inuit art and more. Great for reflective moments or inspiring creative minds.
🍔 Foodie Adventures
- Patio Season
Try local favourites like Cibo Waterfront Café, The Common at The Forks, or The Grove Pub. Many now feature live music on weekends. - Food Truck Alley (Broadway)
Grab lunch from Winnipeg’s top food trucks. Don’t miss the bannock tacos or handmade gelato! Check out The Winnipeg Food Truck Guide! - Beer & Cider Tours
Check out local brewers & distillers like Patent 5, Little Brown Jug or Nonsuch for summer specials and brewery patios. - Pedal Pub
Pedal down Waterfront among century old heritage buildings and sample what the best local bars and pubs have to offer. Good times, great tunes, and awesome spirits!
🧺 Unique Local Ideas
- Farmers’ Markets
Hit up St. Norbert Farmers’ Market (Wed & Sat) for fresh produce, handmade goods, and local treats. - Manitoba Night Markets
Fort Gibraltar and Assiniboia Downs host night markets with shopping, food, and live music. - Explore the International Peace Garden (Boissevain)
Visit beautifully maintained gardens symbolizing peace between nations. - Participate in the Gimli Film Festival
Enjoy screenings of diverse films by the lake. - Flora Sanctuary & Wellnesss Centre
Deeply rooted in nature’s gifts, our treatments will allow your nervous system to relax and reset. Mind, body, and spirit are at the core of all that we do.
