Events Calendar
Saturday, Jan 24 to Monday, Feb 16
Learn to Winter: Warming Huts Tours
Discover new and fan favourite Warming Huts on a free one-hour tour at The Forks!
Tineke Buiskool-Leeuwma will take visitors to the Nestaweya River Trail and guide them through the art and architecture competition on ice.
Tours will leave from the Travel Manitoba building at The Forks. Please arrive on time. If you are late, you will join the tour along the way and will likely find the group on Nestaweya River Trail.
TOUR DATES: January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14, February 16 (Louis Riel Day).
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
**Tours take place outside and are weather permitting. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. In case of extreme weather, the tour will be cancelled by 10:00AM on the day of and participants will be notified by email. Tour participation is at your own risk.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Nestaweya River Trail
Thursday, Feb 05
An Evening with Zilla Jones
Join Manitoba Council for International Cooperation for an unforgettable evening with award-winning Winnipeg author Zilla Jones. Zilla's novel, The World So Wide (2025), is the inspiration for this conversation toward a more just and sustainable world. Delia Joseph, Winnipeg life coach, will guide the conversation. Light refreshments will be provided, but you are welcome to bring food and drinks purchased at the Forks into the space.
Doors open at 6:00 PM and the formal programming starts at 7:00 PM.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Event Space (2nd floor, The Forks Market)
Sunday, Feb 08
Learn to Winter: Ice Basketball
Join the Winnipeg Sea Bears each month for ice basketball on the Nestaweya River Trail.
DATES:
- January 4
- February 8
Programming will run each weekend weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: CN Field and Stage
Thursday, Feb 12
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
Friday, Feb 13 to Saturday, Feb 14
Music and Makers: Love Edition
Custom treasures while soaking in non-stop live performances from emerging and established acts. It's a high-energy, feel-good atmosphere designed to satisfy your ears and your need for unique style.
Click HERE to learn more.
12:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: The Event Space (2nd floor, The Forks Market)
Monday, Feb 16
Louis Riel Day at The Forks: Jig, Learn, Celebrate
Every February, Louis Riel Day invites Manitobans to reflect on the life and lasting impact of the First Premier of Manitoba whose vision continues to shape the province today.
In celebration, The Forks is teaming up with Manitoba Métis Federation to bring family-friendly programming and cultural activities that honour the vibrant history of the Red River Métis people.
Here’s all the activities happening at The Forks Site:
Artisan Market
📍Second Floor Event Space | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Explore a variety of local Red River Métis vendors. Shop at:
- Beaded Treasures
- Moonyeen Howard
- Bead N Butter
- Modern Medieval Shop
- Wild Oak Handcrafted
- Cree-ations Artist Showcase
- Lii Rasaad by Syd
- Quinn's Illustrations
- Little Prairie Mountain Creations
- Elijah Leonard
- Jacquie McLeod
- Betty Albertson
- La Vaalii Rivyeer Roozh
- L'Amoure Skincare/Soul Sisters
- Hailey's Beadwork
- Incognito Artistry
- Sweet & Crafty Creations
- CJC Woodworking
- The Queen Bee-d
- Shanelle St. Hilaire Art
- Dotter of the Earth
- The Clover Beads
Cultural Display, Sash Finger Weaving, and Early Years Play Area
📍Second Floor Lounge | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn about Métis culture through hands-on experiences. Try your hand at traditional sash finger weaving and explore a curated cultural display. Meanwhile, little ones can have fun in the Early Years Play Area with Red River cart building races, dot art, and Michif colouring sheets.
Fur Trade Display
📍Info Kiosk | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Step back in time and discover the importance of the fur trade in Métis history. The display will feature clothing and artifacts that shaped the lives of early Métis communities.
Live Music
📍The Forks Market | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM and 4:00 PM
Enjoy lively performances from local Metis artists on the balcony above Fools and Horses. Performers include:
- Michael Audette (11:00 AM)
- Spence Tradition (1:00 PM)
- The Breeze Band (2:30 PM)
- Lavalle Tradition (4:00 PM)
Jigging
📍Johnston Terminal Steps | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
Watch as Gavin Forbes from the Louis Riel Institute demonstrates traditional Métis jigging.
Warming Huts Tour
📍Travel Manitoba Building | 1:00 PM
Join Tineke Buiskool-Leeuwma for a guided tour of all the new and returning Warming Huts. Walk-ins are welcome, or reserve your spot in advance.
Intro to Trapping
📍The Forks Patio | 11:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn the basics of trapping through a Red River Métis–inspired ring toss game, where participants “trap” animals while learning their names in Michif.
Al Simmons Sounds Crazy Caboose
📍The Forks Patio | 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join Juno Award Winner Al Simmons for a heartwarming hour of interactive stories, songs and music in his Sounds Crazy Caboose. The show will be outdoors so be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Be prepared to participate. You will be invited to sing along, clap your hands and stomp your feet, and even join Al in the Caboose to play along, using his eccentric musical instruments.
As it is expected to be a busy weekend, visitors are encouraged to use the alternative river access points when making their way to The Forks. On the Assiniboine River, access points include the Legislature, Hugo Docks, Midtown Bridge, and Bonnycastle Park. On the Red River, visitors can enter via the Norwood Bridge access point. For the latest on skating conditions at The Forks, visit theforks.com/skate. Transit, taxi and ride-sharing are also great options to visit The Forks.
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location:
Thursday, Feb 19
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
Saturday, Feb 21 to Sunday, Feb 22
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
Sunday, Feb 22
Learn to Winter: DJs on Ice
Enjoy lively tunes as you skate with local DJs spinning tunes under the canopy throughout the day!
SCHEDULE
- JAN 4 - Princess Die
- JAN 11 - M.C. LUV
- JAN 18 - Afro Child
- JAN 25 - Wanda G
- FEB 1 - DJ Kap
- FEB 8 - DJ Kap
- FEB 15 - DJ Kilusan
- FEB 22 - Dray
- MAR 8 - DJ Kap
- MAR 15 - DJ Kilusan
- MAR 22 - Apt 300
- MAR 29 - Wanda G
Programming will run each weekend, weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: The Canopy
Sunday, Feb 22
Learn to Winter: Storytelling in the Teepee
MARCH 1 LOCATION UPDATE: Storytelling will take place in the Explore Indigenous space at The Forks Market from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Join Elder Barbara Nepinak around the fire in the teepee for stories and drumming.
Programming will run each weekend weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: The Forks Market
Sunday, Feb 22
Learn to Winter: Learn to Skate
Take to the ice with guided skating lessons every Sunday from a series of local instructors. Lessons are offered on a drop-in basis, first-come, first-served. Participants must meet in the Tower Atrium of The Forks Market.
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Guests are invited to bring their own equipment. Skate rentals are available at Iceland's Skate Rentals in The Forks Market.
Programming will run each weekend weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: The Canopy
Sunday, Feb 22
Learn to Winter: Winter Wellness
Join local fitness instructor, Matt Koldon, for a different winter workout each Sunday in the CN Field.
Programming will run each weekend, weather permitting. Stay tuned to social media (Instagram: @TheForksWinnipeg and Facebook) for any updates due to weather cancellations or changes.
A huge thank you to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries for sponsoring this year's Learn to Winter! Your support is making it that much easier for visitors to get outside and enjoy all of what winter has to offer.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: CN Field
Thursday, Feb 26
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
Friday, Feb 27
CreativeMornings Winnipeg: CAMINO with John Barbosa
Join CreativeMornings Winnipeg on February 27, 2026 at 8am at the Forks Market (2nd floor event space), and explore the theme Camino—the ways and paths that shape innovation—with entrepreneur and U-Pro Soccer founder, John Barbosa.
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: The Event Space (2nd floor, The Forks Market)
Saturday, Feb 28 to Sunday, Mar 01
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