Events Calendar
Thursday, Jun 01
Canada Day 2023 | Finding our North Star
With the theme Finding our North Star, this year’s Canada Day at The Forks will conclude with a drone show finale that pairs ancestral celestial teachings with cutting-edge drone technology never before seen in Winnipeg.
The drone show entitled Acakos (ah-cha-kos), meaning “star” in Cree, has been curated around the teachings of Elder Wilfred Buck, a member of Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Buck is an internationally known star Knowledge Keeper.
Official programming begins at 12 pm and runs all day, culminating in the drone show at 10:30 pm.
Everyone is invited to participate in the day and all programming is free of charge.
DAY OF GUIDE
Sous le thème À la recherche de notre étoile Polaire, la fête du Canada de cette année à La Fourche se terminera par un spectacle de drones qui associera des enseignements célestes ancestraux à une technologie de pointe en matière de drones jamais vue auparavant à Winnipeg.
Le spectacle de drones intitulé Acakos (ah-cha-kos), qui signifie « étoile » en cri, a été organisé autour des enseignements de l’aîné Wilfred Buck, membre de la Nation des Cris d’Opaskwayak. M. Buck est un gardien des savoirs traditionnels de renommée internationale.
La programmation officielle commence à 12 heures et se poursuit toute la journée, avec en point d’orgue le spectacle de drones à 22 h 30.
Tout le monde est invité à participer à cette journée et tous les programmes sont gratuits.
GUIDE DU JOUR
July 1, 2023 | 12pm
Location: Multiple Locations
Categories: Comedy, Dance, Family Friendly, Festival, Food & Drink, Free, Multicultural, Outdoor Recreation
Friday, Jun 02 to Sunday, Jun 04
Pride Winnipeg
The Pride Winnipeg Festival consists of an array of on-stage entertainment, artisans, vendors, entertainment for youth, beer gardens, and more.
June 2-4, 2023
Location: CN Park
Categories: Family Friendly, Festival, Free
Monday, Jun 05
Bike Week Bike to Work Day All Day Pit Stop
Stop by The Forks for an all day pit stop as part of Bike Week Winnipeg's Bike to Work Day on Monday, June 5, 2023. Watch for more info!
Monday, June 5, 2023
Location: Multiple Locations
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Outdoor Recreation, Sports & Fitness
Tuesday, Jun 06
Full Moon Ceremony
You're invited to the Oodena Celebration Circle on June 6 for a Full Moon Ceremony.
The Full Moon Ceremony is a collaboration between ka Ni Kanichihk Inc., Sunshine House, Manitoba Moon Voices, Inc., Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc., Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk, QPOC Winnipeg, and Women's Health Clinic.
This is a public event. All genders and cultures are invited for teachings about feminine energy and the moon. Those who identify with feminine energy are welcome to participate in the ceremony. Those who identify with masculine energy are invited to observe.
Please bring your own chair.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Location: Oodena Celebration Circle
Categories: Film
Thursday, Jun 08 to Sunday, Jun 11
The Winnipeg International Children's Festival
We can’t wait to come together and enjoy the best Kidsfest ever!
June 8-11 2023
Location: CN Stage
Categories: Family Friendly, Festival, Music
Saturday, Jun 17
Indigenous Day Live
APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL) will be back in full force on June 17th at The Forks in Winnipeg. Join us in “Celebrating Our Youth” with a full day of drum-beating activities and cap off the evening with a live performance fit for the entire family.
Free and fun activities for all ages begin at 1 p.m.! Take part in traditional demonstrations or a Métis fiddle competition, enjoy talented artisans, tasty snacks from our food vendors and much more. Pre-show moving and grooving performances will start at 5 p.m.
IDL 2023 kicks off on the main stage at 7 p.m. CT. Broadcast live across Turtle Island, the free evening concert will be hosted by Samian and Jessica Matten and will feature a thrilling lineup of artists, including The Halluci Nation, Laura Niquay, Mumu Fresh, Aysanabee and many more.
June 17, 2023
Location: CN Park
Categories: Family Friendly, Multicultural, Music
Wednesday, Jun 21
National Indigenous Peoples' Day
Join the Wa-Say Healing Centre for National Indigenous Peoples Day, at the Parks Canada land at The Forks.
From 1:00p.m. - 5:00 p.m., there will be a Powwow, followed by musical performances. The event will include tipi teachings and a sacred fire, along with children’s activities, which will include a bouncy castle and face painting.
Parks Canada will be offering regular tours, Where Our Stories Meet and Unpacking the Past at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
Visit Parks Canada's website for The Forks National Histroic Site for fees and booking tours.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Location: The Forks National Historic Site - Parks Canada
Categories:
Friday, Jun 23 to Sunday, Jun 25
Canada Skateboard Open
Meet at the Skate Park for a Canada wide competition series, featuring men’s and women’s street and park skateboarding.
This open category, non-profit event series is the only competition of its kind, spanning coast-to-coast and creating a platform for Canadian skateboarders to showcase their talent nationwide.
June 23-25, 2023
Location: Multiple Locations
Categories: Family Friendly, Outdoor Recreation, Sports & Fitness