Assiniboine Park's Summer Entertainment Series
Presented by Casinos of Winnipeg
Music, movies, fun, and wellness take centre stage at Assiniboine Park's Summer Entertainment Series!
All events and performances are open to the public and FREE thanks to generous sponsorship and donor support.
The Summer Entertainment Series features musical performances at the Lyric Theatre and the outdoor Performance Garden at The Leaf, Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, Movies in the Park, and Wellness Wednesdays! PLUS - special events will take place to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day and Canada Day!
Parking in Assiniboine Park is limited. All visitors are encouraged to consider carpooling, public transit, or active transportation. Maps and parking information.
You can support this free programming by dropping a cash donation in our butterfly nets, which will be passed around the crowd at each event.
Schedule
Schedules are subject to change. Performances and events may be cancelled in cases of poor weather. Weather-related cancellations will be posted here on our website and Instagram Stories.
Summer Concert Series at the Lyric Theatre
Thursdays and Sundays at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Presented by: Richardson Foundation
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Sunday, July 5 | True Mountain Laurel & The Haileys |
| Thursday, July 9 | ellaella |
| Sunday, July 12 | Son D'Arranke presented by Folklorama |
| Thursday, July 23 | Cassidy Mann |
| Sunday, July 26 | Don Amero & Catie St. Germain presented by sākihiwē festival |
| Sunday, August 2 | Midnight Social Club: ABBA + 70s + 80s |
| Thursday, August 6 | Menno Simone |
| Sunday, August 9 | El Leon & The Strangers presented by Folklorama |
| Thursday, August 13 | Kris Ulrich & Slow Spirit |
| Sunday, August 16 | Onna Lou presented by Folklorama |
| Thursday, August 20 | 10 Year Anniversary Of Tragically Hip's Last Performance by Killer Whale Tank |
| Sunday, August 23 | Dirty Catfish Brass Band |
| Thursday, August 27 | Lilith Fair Tribute |
| Sunday, August 30 | The Funky Miracles |
Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Sundays at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Sunday, July 5 | Rosemarie Todaschuk Duo presented by Folklorama |
| Sunday, July 12 | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble |
| Sunday, July 26 | Danny Carroll |
| Sunday, August 2 | Emmanuel Bach & Karl Kohut |
| Sunday, August 9 | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble |
| Sunday, August 16 | Karly Epp & Karl Kohut |
| Sunday, August 23 | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble |
| Sunday, August 30 | Erin Propp & Larry Roy |
Movies in the Park at the Lyric Theatre
Fridays at 6:30 pm and 8:45 pm
| DATE | EARLY FEATURE (6:30 PM) | LATE FEATURE (8:45 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 7 | Zootopia | Wicked: For Good |
| Friday, August 14 | Hoppers | How to Train Your Dragon (2025) |
| Friday, August 21 | Trolls Band Together | A Minecraft Movie |
| Friday, August 28 | Monsters Inc. | The Princess Bride |
The Lyric Theatre concession will be serving popcorn, ice cream treats, and other tasty snacks.
Wellness Wednesdays at the Lyric Theatre
Wednesdays in August (August 5, 12, 19, and 26) from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Yoga in the Park with Adrienne Shum
Presented by: Manitoba Blue Cross
Enjoy some time outside, and move your body! Join Manitoba Blue Cross for a warm-up starting at 6:00 pm, followed by a gentle, all-levels yoga practice. You will flow through simple sequences that build a little warmth before settling into restorative postures and a deep, grounding relaxation.
Take in the fresh air, connect with your breath, and move at your own pace. Bring a mat or towel, some water, and a friend. Everyone is welcome!
Garden Concerts at The Leaf
Saturdays at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Garden concerts take place at the Performance Garden in the outdoor Gardens at The Leaf.
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Saturday, July 4 | ÓFukami |
| Saturday, July 11 | Brazilian Vibe Duo presented by Folklorama |
| Saturday, July 18 | Wackydoodle Dance Party For Kids |
| Saturday, July 25 | Slow Leaves (acoustic) |
Art in the Park at The Pavilion
Enjoy free art exhibitions in the Pavilion, presented in partnership with the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
Open daily, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
John P. Crabb Gallery
Real Unsettled: Magic Realism and Walter Phillips
On display
New exhibition coming July 2026
Ivan Eyre Gallery
The Dreaming Line: Ivan Eyre and Esther Warkov
On display
New exhibition coming July 2026
Community Gallery
Biomes: A Celebration of Biodiversity by Brandi Shabaga
On display
New exhibition coming June 2026
The Pooh Gallery
“The Best Bear in All the World”: The Many Sides of Winnie-the-Pooh
On display
Ballet & Folklorama
Ballet in the Park at the Lyric Theatre
Tuesday, July 28 / Wednesday, July 29 / Thursday, July 30
7:30 pm
Enjoy a beautiful performance featuring Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB).
No ticket or registration is needed to attend. Come early to claim the best available seat and enjoy the full experience. Activities begin at 6:30 pm, followed by the performance at 7:30 pm, with each night wrapping up around 8:30 pm.
Visit the RWB website at the link below to learn what’s happening before the show, see weather updates, and more.
Learn more about Ballet in the Park
Folklorama Kick-Off Event at the Lyric Theatre
Saturday, July 25
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Folklorama will host their annual kick-off event at the Lyric Theatre! Learn more about Folklorama.
Special Events
Indigenous Peoples Day | Saturday, June 20
Join us at Assiniboine Park on Saturday, June 20, for a day filled with music, entertainment, and fun in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day.
More details will be announced soon!
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile
The Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration is funded in part by the Government of Canada
Canada Day | Wednesday, July 1
Join us at Assiniboine Park on Wednesday, July 1, for a day filled with music, entertainment, and fun in celebration of Canada Day.
More details will be announced soon!
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile
The Canada Day Celebration is funded in part by the Government of Canada
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Presented by Casinos of Winnipeg
Summer Concert Series at the Lyric Theatre
Presented by: Richardson Foundation
Wellness Wednesdays
Presented by: Manitoba Blue Cross
Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
Canada Day Celebration
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
Indigenous Peoples Day and Canada Day celebrations are funded in part
by the Government of Canada
