The Forks

Attack of the Bloodsuckers! Exhibition

Explore the science of what’s biting you in the skin-crawling Attack Of The Bloodsuckers! exhibition at the Manitoba Children's Museum! This family-friendly exhibition examines the what, why, when, and how of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches, and other parasites. Learn why bloodsuckers are important to the ecosystem – and how to keep them out of YOUR system!

Live leech feedings will occur at 11:00 AM on the following days:

• Thursday, July 17
• Thursday, August 7
• Thursday, August 28

Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

Summer Day Camps

Registration is now open for Summer Day Camps! Every week is a brand-new adventure where 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, time in the galleries, and special guests, your children are sure to have a memorable week full of adventure!

Register now

Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

Summer Events at The Children's Museum

Join the Children's Museum all summer long for hands-on programming inspired by the season and their summer exhibition, Attack of the Bloodsuckers! From 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM daily, enjoy special activities that include crafts, games, and so much more.

SCHEDULE

• June 30 – July 6: Ice Painting
• July 7 – July 13: Mosquito Life Cycle
• July 14 – July 20: Paper Bag Kites
• July 21 – July 27: Raised Salt Paintings
• July 28 – August 3: Tick Puppets
• August 4 – August 10: Stacked Cardboard & Paint Sculptures
• August 11 – August 17: Clothespin Puppets
• August 18 – August 24: String Paintings
• August 25 – September 1: Coffee Filter Butterflies

*BONUS* A REAL FUN-DRAISER

Stop by the fundraising station to purchase game tickets for a chance to win some sweet prizes during your summer visit!

Price: $2/ticket -or- $5/3 tickets All proceeds will support the Free2Play Access Program.

Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

Play at The Forks

Play at The Forks summer programming is here! Enjoy activities from July 3 - August 31, including:

Skateboarding with Pitikwé: 
Thursday - Sunday
12:00 - 4:00 PM (Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays) | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Fridays) 
At The Plaza Skatepark

Basketball with Basketball Manitoba: 
Mondays and Wednesdays (Starting July 14)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM in July and August
At CN Field and Stage 

Drop-in Dance with Dance with Genie: 
Tuesdays
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM in July and August
At CN Field and Stage 

Table Tennis with the Manitoba Table Tennis Association: 
Thursdays
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM in July and August
On Grass Along CN Field and Stage 

Mushroom Foraging with River City Mushrooms: 
Thursdays July 10, July 24, August 7 and August 21
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
In the Public Orchard

Nature-Based Crafting with Next Door Neighbour Studio
Thursdays July 17, July 31, August 14 and August 28
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
In the Public Orchard

Note: if the CN Stage and Field is booked for a large event, Play elements will be stored and returned to the area once the event is complete.

Location: Multiple Locations

Gallery at the Allery feat. Artwork by Joanne Berger

Winnipeg-based artist Joanne Berger brings places to life through original acrylic paintings that celebrate personal and collective memory. Her work captures the charm and character of Winnipeg’s historic streets alongside the timeless beauty of France—her cultural heritage and frequent source of inspiration. 

Come see this incredible exhibit today!

Website

9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Location: The Forks Market

Hip Hop Dance Sessions

Come experience Hip Hop culture in its purest form with live DJs, Dance Cyphers and FREE lessons for all ages on Tuesdays all summer (July 8 - August 26). GeNie is hosting The Sesh dance experience!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: CN Field and Stage