The only thing hotter than the weather this summer in Winnipeg are these deals! [said in your best TV salesperson voice]
With restrictions lifting and all our world-class attractions now reopening to the public—not to mention plenty of patios too—now is the time to rediscover Winnipeg’s freshest, free-or-frugal finds.
Below is all about upcoming free events along with deals too big to miss to ensure your next stay is both lavish and crazy affordable.
Deals on your stay
Our Packages and Deals website will help you save big on your next stay with many of our top hotels combining your overnight stay with admissions to local attractions and spas.
This summer, these deals include: A Balconies and Brunch package at Delta Hotel by Marriott Winnipeg, which sees you get a private balcony brunch as part of your stay (starting at just $159 per room); a Family Fun-cation stay at The Fairmont that includes grab+go breakfast, complimentary self-parking, and the option of a Caesar (the drink) or dessert bar in your room; up to 15 per cent off your stay at Holiday Inn Winnipeg South; free in-room movie and snack pack from Four Points by Sheraton Winnipeg South; and an incredible deal from Fort Garry Hotel that gets you a $300 Ten Spa credit with your stay!
On top of those, stays at Motel 6 include four passes to Thunder Rapids Amusement Park, while Super 8 Winnipeg West has packages that feature 2-4 passes to the Zoo (depending on the package you choose).
Book a downtown stay and you could win!
Downtown Winnipeg Biz has partnered with six top properties for a contest with three incredible prizes to be had.
Between now and September 6 you can book a stay at the Alt Hotel Winnipeg, Delta Hotel, Fairmont Winnipeg, Fort Garry Hotel, Inn at The Forks, and Mere Hotel and be entered to win one of three prize packs.
These include a $3,500 Ticketmaster gift card (which will come in handy as huge shows return to Canada Life Centre and The Burt); a $2,500 Jones and Company gift basket; and a $1,500 #FinditDowntown package that includes things like passes to the WAG and Canadian Museum for Human Rights, an e-scooter rental from Kendrick’s, and great gift cards for gems like Coal & Canary, Modern Electric Lunch, Kum Koon Garden, Fête, June Home Supply, and so many more great shops and restaurants downtown.
Find the full details here.
Free events & things to do
Assiniboine Park’s free film and concerts are back, so get your lawn chairs ready! The Casinos of Winnipeg Summer Entertainment Series runs from Aug.1 to Sept. 9 at the Lyric Theatre and will feature events like Movies in the Park, Yoga in the Park and so many great live bands. Three nights a week you can catch big Winnipeg acts like The Lytics (Aug. 25), Slow Leaves (Aug. 26), and Leonard Sumner (Aug. 4), while this summer’s films include The Lion King (Aug 6), Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Aug. 13), and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Aug. 27). Yoga is every Sunday at 7 p.m.
All of these events are FREE, while proof of full vaccination will be required for ages 12+. All the full details and schedule can be found here.
The city’s outdoor pools are all open and accepting guests following social distancing guidelines. You can preregister for specific swim times, while Freight House, Happyland, Provencher and Windsor Park pools are all free.
Seeing the city won’t cost you a thing, even when it’s a guided experience. The majority of these audio tours are free to download while still covering the city’s rich history, be it The Forks Audio Tour, the Upper Fort Garry interactive app, or simply discovering new things on the streets of The Exchange.
The Winnipeg Art Gallery will host Canada Life Re-Opening Free Days on Aug. 14-15 (with every second Sunday of the month being free once again), while other free new events with the WAG include Metis Kitchen Table Teachings on Aug. 2 and 21.
For more free things to do in the city – including so many parks and trails – check out our Free Activities website.
The TRIP advantage
Starting July 31, TRIP - the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce's Tourism Rebate Incentive Program - allows Manitobans to get up to a $100 rebate on a one-night stay at qualifying hotels throughout the city, along with 50 per cent off Manitoba Star Attractions. You can find the full details here at TRIPmb.ca
