Events Calendar
Friday, Dec 26 to Sunday, Jan 04
Eaton's Fairytale Vignettes
The Children’s Museum is pleased to be the home of the last original Eaton’s Fairytale Vignettes Display from the ninth-floor annex of the Eaton’s downtown store – fully restored and open to the public for a limited time only.
From mid-November until mid-January, visitors of all ages will be delighted by the fifteen fun, fairytale vignettes that make up this classic favourite, including Cinderella, Humpty Dumpty, Three Blind Mice, and more. Free with general museum admission. Guided Exhibition Tours are available on Saturdays and Sundays from November 15, 2025, to January 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m
Daily from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM, except December 24 and 25
Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Thursday, Jan 01
New Year's Day 2026 at The Forks
Step into 2026 with free, family-friendly programming at The Forks! Join us for face painting, storytelling, live music, karaoke, drag performances, yoga, fitness classes, and outdoor fun.
New Year’s Day entertainment will draw inspiration from the late 1990s and early 2000s, shaping the sound and style of performances throughout the day. Guests are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the theme by dressing in fashion inspired by the time, from throwback streetwear to early pop and dance styles!
Learn more about NYD 2026 Programming HERE.
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations
Thursday, Jan 01
NYD 2026: Wellness and Fitness Classes
Start your 2026 at the Forks with an invigorating dose of wellness! Join Adrienne Shum and a team of instructors for a full day’s lineup of yoga, fitness, and movement classes. All levels of experience welcome!
Each session is 45 minutes long and done barefoot/in socks, unless otherwise indicated. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga/exercise mat and a water bottle.
Schedule
10:00 AM: Gentle Resolutions: Hatha Yoga with Adrienne Shum
11:15 AM: Iso-Strength IGNITE! with Jaybez Javier
1:00 PM: Mandala Flow Yoga with Kelly Cowan
2:15 PM: Body Flow with TC Enwerem
Click here for class descriptions and instructor bios.
Click here to reserve your spot.
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: The Event Space (2nd floor, The Forks Market)
Thursday, Jan 01
NYD 2026: Live Entertainment
Enjoy a vibrant lineup of entertainment curated by Synonym Art Consultation! Pick something tasty from The Forks Market and settle into the centre aisle for some Y2K-inspired fun.
SCHEDULE:
11:00 AM - DJ JJ
12:00 PM - Drag Brunch
3:00 PM - DJ Kap
5:00 PM - Karaoke with Alark Co.
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market Food Hall
Thursday, Jan 01
NYD 2026: Family Activities
Join the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba for activities with the family! Celebrate the new year with colouring, a scavenger hunt, storytelling and drumming with Ivana Yellowback. Free hot chocolate and Bannock will be available throughout the day.
Click here for more information
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Agowiidiwinan Centre (15 Forks Market Road)
Thursday, Jan 01 to Saturday, Jan 31
Oyster Nights Under Patio Lights
The Common and Raw Bar Oyster Co. are back with Oyster Nights Under Patio Lights!
Patio season doesn’t have to end in summer. Join us every Thursday this winter for fresh oysters and seafood paired with a drink from The Common. Whether you are skating in or stopping by, settle in by the fire and enjoy the winter ambiance
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market Patio
Thursday, Jan 01 to Monday, Jan 12
Learn to Winter
Discover the joy of winter with The Forks Learn to Winter programming! Join us every weekend from January to February for free activities that celebrate our proud winter city.
Activities
Click here for a full list of each week's events and registration links.
All Learn to Winter activities are free and open to the public and will run each weekend, weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations