Events Calendar
Saturday, May 30 to Monday, Sep 07
Motion Mania
Ignite your inner scientist in Motion Mania! Its a thrilling 2,000 sq. ft. interactive journey into motion and energy created by the Ontario Science Centre. Dive into the world of STEM concepts as you design, build, and test your own roller coaster experience from 30+ unique parts. Have a ball unraveling force, energy, friction, inertia, and stability through 10 engaging stations, making science fun and accessible for all ages.
Temporaty display on from May 30, 2026 – September 7, 2026. Click here for more information.
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Saturday, Jul 04 to Sunday, Jul 12
Gallery at the Allery: Karen Blicker
The Allery inside The Forks Trading Company invites you to experience Karen Blicker's artwork. Known for her bold use of color and light, Karen works with acrylics, pigments and other mediums to create abstract artwork that draws you in and engages your imagination. Her goal for each painting is to uplift the viewer and evoke a world of joy, peacefulness, and possibility.
Click here for more information.
9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Monday, Jul 06 to Friday, Jul 10
Summer Day Camps
The Children’s Museum offers fun-filled Day Camps that get kids’ minds and bodies moving during summer break. The camps are a great, safe place for kids to spend their holidays. Museum campers will create, discover, learn, and meet new friends as they explore exciting themes related to the museum's galleries and special events. Grouped with others of a similar age, campers will enjoy stimulating, age-appropriate activities all day long. With indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and time in our 12 galleries, your children are sure to have a memorable week full of adventure!
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Tuesday, Jul 07 to Saturday, Jul 11
Free Skateboard Lessons
Pihtikwé Skatepark will be offering free skateboard lessons at the Forks skatepark all summer long! Find their summer staff at the park from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm every Tuesday - Saturday throughout the week. All ages are welcome. Skateboards and helmets will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own gear.
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: The Plaza at The Forks Skateboard Park
Saturday, Jul 11
Fish Festival
The Fish Festival is a free family-friendly event that provides an opportunity to learn about the world class fishing in Manitoba. The Fish Festival offers a variety of fishing activities including kid’s fishing activity stations, learn to fish clinics, catfishing seminar, arts and crafts, filleting demonstrations, kid’s casting lane, pickerel rig tying contest, Aquatic Invasive Species information, various fishing related vendors, prizes and much more! Come check out the Fish Festival and learn all about the wonderful benefits and fun recreational fishing has to offer!
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: CN Field and Stage
Monday, Jul 13 to Friday, Jul 17
Summer Day Camps
The Children’s Museum offers fun-filled Day Camps that get kids’ minds and bodies moving during summer break. The camps are a great, safe place for kids to spend their holidays. Museum campers will create, discover, learn, and meet new friends as they explore exciting themes related to the museum's galleries and special events. Grouped with others of a similar age, campers will enjoy stimulating, age-appropriate activities all day long. With indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and time in our 12 galleries, your children are sure to have a memorable week full of adventure!
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Tuesday, Jul 14 to Saturday, Jul 18
Free Skateboard Lessons
Pihtikwé Skatepark will be offering free skateboard lessons at the Forks skatepark all summer long! Find their summer staff at the park from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm every Tuesday - Saturday throughout the week. All ages are welcome. Skateboards and helmets will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own gear.
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: The Plaza at The Forks Skateboard Park
Tuesday, Jul 14
Puppy Yoga
Move. Connect. Play.
Join Explore Indigenous on July 14th for a one-of-a-kind Puppy Yoga experience that blends movement, culture, and puppy love!
Led by Indigenous yoga instructor Ali, this gentle, all-levels class is rooted in connection to the land, your breath, and yourself. In partnership with Unique Adventures Excursions by Dogsled, this experience is part of a bigger vision: creating space for Indigenous-led experiences that bring people together through culture, community, and creativity.
Doors open at 6:00 PM with yoga starting at 6:15. Come for the stretch, stay for the puppy cuddles! Click here to register.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Explore Indigenous/Turtle Tours
Sunday, Jul 19
Soapstone Carving
Discover the Art of Soapstone Carving! Join Explore Indigenous for a unique art experience with talented carver Fredrick Spence. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the fascinating world of soapstone carving, offering both inspiration and practical skills. Fredrick will begin by sharing his personal journey into this traditional art form, giving insight into the meaning and process behind his work. With his step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn essential carving techniques and create your very own unique sculpture. No experience is necessary—this workshop is designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to seasoned creators. Find us in the North Atrium (The location where the Pancake House used to be situated).
By the end of the afternoon, you’ll leave with not only a finished soapstone piece but also the pride and joy of having crafted something with your own hands. More than just an art class, this is an opportunity to slow down, connect with your creativity, and enjoy a supportive, inspiring environment.
Dates: July 19, August 9, and August 30
Cost: $125. Spots are limited, so don’t wait!
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Explore Indigenous/Turtle Tours
Monday, Jul 20 to Friday, Jul 24
Summer Day Camps
The Children’s Museum offers fun-filled Day Camps that get kids’ minds and bodies moving during summer break. The camps are a great, safe place for kids to spend their holidays. Museum campers will create, discover, learn, and meet new friends as they explore exciting themes related to the museum's galleries and special events. Grouped with others of a similar age, campers will enjoy stimulating, age-appropriate activities all day long. With indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and time in our 12 galleries, your children are sure to have a memorable week full of adventure!
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Monday, Jul 20 to Sunday, Jul 26
Gallery at the Allery: Dustin Glaseman
The Allery inside The Forks Trading Company invites you to experience Dustin Glaseman's artwork. A registered teacher with a master's in cultural studies, Dustin stepped away from academia to pursue photography in the wild places that border our lives. A neurodiverse artist, Dustin works to meld a lifetime of creative passion into a tangible expression of life on earth. When a trip to Africa reignited a deep-seated love for flora and fauna, Dustin began a journey to photograph the natural world through the lens of ADHD. With camera in hand, Dustin traverses the liminal space between nature and art, hoping to capture the magic that lives within the wonders of the wilderness.
Click here for more information.
9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Tuesday, Jul 21 to Saturday, Jul 25
Free Skateboard Lessons
Pihtikwé Skatepark will be offering free skateboard lessons at the Forks skatepark all summer long! Find their summer staff at the park from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm every Tuesday - Saturday throughout the week. All ages are welcome. Skateboards and helmets will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own gear.
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: The Plaza at The Forks Skateboard Park