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
Supported by: Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar
| 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
Presented by: Park Café
| 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
Presented by: Tundra Grill
| DATE | EARLY FEATURE (6:30 PM) | LATE FEATURE (8:45 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 7 | Zootopia 2 | 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 |
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
Closed
New exhibition opening soon
Ivan Eyre Gallery
It's a Still Life
Closed
New exhibition opening soon
Community Gallery
Garden Songs: Photography by Barb Blackner
On display
The Pooh Gallery
“The Best Bear in All the World”: The Many Sides of Winnie-the-Pooh
On display
Find more information here.
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.
Activities at the Gardens at The Leaf
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Performance Garden |
Music, dance, and more entertainment - full schedule to be announced soon, see below |
|
11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Fire Teachings at the Fire Node, Bannock Giveaway |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm The Grove |
Food Trucks |
| 11:00 am - 4:00 pm The Grove |
Face painting, Bouncy Castles and Slide |
| 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Garden |
Teepee Teachings - Guests are welcome to join teepee facilitator Tyrone at 1:00 pm to raise a Dakota teepee. No experience required. Stop by to learn more or ask questions about teepee traditions, stories, and meanings. |
Performance Garden Schedule
Hosted by Ray "Coco" Stevenson
| 11:00 am - 11:05 am | Assiniboine Park Welcome |
| 11:05 am - 11:15 am | Opening songs - Aleatra Sammurtok (Throat Singing) |
| 11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Pow Wow Drummers & Dancers |
| 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm | Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers featuring Morgan Grace |
| 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm | Pow Wow Drummers & Dancers |
| 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers featuring Morgan Grace |
| 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm | Mitchell Makoons |
| 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | The Kaptain |
| 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm | Chuck Copenace |
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
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.
Entertainment on the Lyric Stage | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hosted by Barney Morin
| 11:00 am - 11:10 am |
Host acknowledgement Opening song - Aleatra Sammurtok |
| 11:10 am – 12:00 pm | Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra |
| 1:15 pm – 2:00 pm | The Winnipeg Steel Orchestra |
| 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm | Tommyphyll |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Andrina Turenne and Begonia, part of the National evening show—Celebrating our Canada |
We are thrilled to be part of the National evening show—Celebrating our Canada! A broadcast from 8 to 10 p.m. (ET) on ICI Télé, ICI TOU.TV, Radio-Canada.ca, the Radio-Canada YouTube channel, CBC Television, CBC Gem, CBC Music and the CBC YouTube channel. Live from Ottawa, with segments presented from Moncton, New Brunswick, and Winnipeg, Manitoba, the great Canada Day musical celebration will bring together generations and regions from coast to coast to coast.
Entertainment on the Celebrate Stage | 12:00 pm – 3:45 pm
The Celebrate Stage is located on the Lyric Field next to the Lyric Theatre. Join us here for more entertainment during the breaks in the main programming on the Lyric Stage.
| 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm | Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers |
| 12:45 pm -1:15 pm | Wackydoodle Dance Party For Kids |
| 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Wackydoodle Dance Party For Kids |
| 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm | The Kaptain |
Activities at the Lyric Field | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Food Trucks |
| 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Face Painting and Bouncers |
| 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Meet and Greet with Captain Canada |
| 11: 00 am - 5:00 pm | Assiniboine Park Retail Cart |
Pop-up Patio at The Pavilion | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hosted by Park Hospitality, the Pop-up patio at The Pavilion will feature food and beverages, beer selections, and a relaxed setting for gathering. Guests can watch live performances from the Lyric Stage on a large LED screen with audio.
• Seating is first-come, first-served
• All ages welcome; valid ID required for alcohol purchase
• Patio experience is weather-dependent
Presented by Manitoba Liquor Mart
Activities at the Gardens at The Leaf
| 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Performance Garden |
Citizenship Ceremony O'Canada by Tommyphyll Join us as 30 new Canadians take their citizenship oath in a very special Canada Day Citizenship Ceremony |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Food Truck |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Garden |
Fire Teachings |
| 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm Performance Garden |
Bachata Time with Dance World Join us for a free salsa and bachata dance session at the Performance Garden – no experience needed, just bring your energy and enjoy the rhythm! |
| 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Garden |
Teepee Teachings - Guests are welcome to join teepee facilitator Tyrone at 1:00 pm to raise a Dakota teepee. No experience required. Stop by to learn more or ask questions about teepee traditions, stories, and meanings. |
Bike Valet
A Bike Valet will be available from 11:00 am – 5:30 pm at the Pavilion Event Tent.
Free, donations accepted.
Supported by: Levy Canada
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
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
Supported by: Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar
Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Presented by: Park Café
Movies in the Park
Presented by: Tundra GrillWellness Wednesdays
Presented by: Manitoba Blue Cross
Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
Canada Day Celebration
Supported by: Levy Canada
Supported In-Kind by: Prairie Mobile Communications
Pop-up Pavilion Patio presented by: Manitoba Liquor Mart