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: Balcaen & Sons
*unless otherwise indicated
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Thursday, July 3 | Les Barn Boys |
| Friday, July 4 | Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra |
| Sunday, July 6 | Dominique Adams |
| Thursday, July 10 | VÍÍK |
| Sunday, July 13 | Brazilian Vibe curated by Folklorama |
| Sunday, July 27 | Indian City |
| Thursday, July 31 |
sākihiwē: 7:00 pm: Interlake Steppers |
| Sunday, August 3 | Clyde Heerah and the Paradize Band curated by Folklorama |
| Thursday, August 7 | Drag Haus: Some of Winnipeg's Favourite Drag Haus |
| Sunday, August 10 | Twang |
| Thursday, August 14 | Burnstick |
| Sunday, August 17 | Duo Cochi curated by Folklorama |
| Thursday, August 21 | Slow Leaves |
| Sunday, August 24 | Alpha / Kelly Bado |
| Thursday, August 28 | Brandi Vezina |
| Sunday, August 31 |
Attica Riots Opening act: The Haileys |
Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Sundays at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Presented by: Levy Canada
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Sunday, July 6 | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble |
| Sunday, July 13 | Danny Carroll |
| Sunday, July 27 | Rosemarie Todaschuk Duo curated by Folklorama |
| Sunday, August 3 | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble |
| Sunday, August 10 | Erin Propp + Larry Roy |
| Sunday, August 17 | Amber Epp Duo curated by Folklorama |
| Sunday, August 24 | Marika Galea |
| Sunday, August 31 | Eric St. Godard |
Movies in the Park at the Lyric Theatre
Fridays at 6:30 pm and 8:45 pm
Presented by: Recycle Everywhere
Supported by: Frito-Lay | Levy Canada | Wave Show Technologies
| DATE | EARLY FEATURE (6:30 PM) | LATE FEATURE (8:45 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 1 | Lion King (1994) | Mufasa |
| Friday, August 8 | Inside Out 2 | Twilight |
| Friday, August 15 | Despicable Me 4 | Thunderbolts* |
| Friday, August 22 | Wild Robot | Wicked |
The Lyric Theatre concession will be serving popcorn, ice cream treats, and other tasty snacks.
Wellness Wednesdays at the Lyric Theatre
Wednesdays at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Presented by: Manitoba Blue Cross
Join Manitoba Blue Cross for a warm-up starting at 6:00 pm!
| DATE | EVENT |
| Wednesday, August 6 | Strength and Mobility with Dani Wenger |
| Wednesday, August 13 | Yoga with Adrienne Shum |
| Wednesday, August 20 | Strength and Mobility with Dani Wenger |
| Wednesday, August 27 | Yoga with Adrienne Shum |
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 5 | Rachel Colman |
| Saturday, July 12 | Benjamin Hill |
| Saturday, July 19 | Fernanda |
| Saturday, July 26 | Xander Boulard |
Ballet & Folklorama
Ballet in the Park at the Lyric Theatre
Wednesday, July 23 / Thursday, July 24 / Friday, July 25
7:30 pm
Enjoy a beautiful performance featuring Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB).
Visit the RWB website at the link below and register for your free ticket to receive updates about what’s happening before the show, weather updates, and more.
Learn more about Ballet in the Park.
Folklorama Kick-Off Event at the Lyric Theatre
Saturday, July 26
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 | Sunday, June 22
NOTICE - JUNE 22, 7:00 A.M.: Due to rain and lightning in the forecast, outdoor Indigenous Peoples Day activities will be modified as follows to ensure the safety and comfort of participants, staff, volunteers, and guests. Thank you for understanding.
- Food trucks and bouncy castles - CANCELLED
- Performances and partner activations - MOVED INSIDE THE LEAF
- Garden tours and fire/tobacco teachings - TENTATIVE, MAY PROCEED IF CONDITIONS PERMIT
Join us at Assiniboine Park on Sunday, June 22 for a day filled with music, entertainment, and fun in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day. All activities take place at the outdoor Gardens at The Leaf and inside The Leaf classroom.
Activities, Entertainment, and More!
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Music, dance, and more entertainment at the Performance Garden - see full schedule below |
| 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | Bouncy castle and facepainting with Legends Characters at The Grove |
| 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Teepee Teachings at the Indigenous Peoples Garden |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Fire and tobacco teachings at the Fire Node in the Indigenous Peoples Garden |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Food trucks: Sol Food Truck, GG Gelati, La Taqueria, Zah Pizza Bistro, Pubtoba |
| 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm |
Workshops and Teachings with Summer Fisher
Workshops take place at the Tannis M. Richardson Classroom inside The Leaf |
| 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm | Garden Tours hosted by the Assiniboine Park Education Team. Limit 20 people. Tours begin at the Fire Node in the Indigenous Peoples Garden |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Community partner booths: CancerCare Manitoba, Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society |
* Summer Fisher is Anishinaabe from Nipissing First Nation. During her time residing in Winnipeg, she enjoys sharing her teachings and knowledge with people of all ages.
Performance Garden Schedule
Hosted by Cassidy Mann and Ray Coco Stevenson
| 11:00 am - 11:15 am | Opening Welcome with Elder Gayle Pruden |
| 11:15 am - 11:45 am | Buffalo Red Thunder Pow wow Demonstrations & Drumming* |
| 11:45 am – 12:30 pm | Métis Prairie Steppers with a Square Dance Jig Performance featuring Morgan Grace* |
| 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Buffalo Red Thunder Pow wow Demonstrations & Drumming* |
| 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Métis Prairie Steppers with a Red River Jig Workshop featuring Morgan Grace* |
| 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | Miranda Currie - Sub-Arctic Family Sing-a-long |
| 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Miranda Currie - Family Storytime |
| 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | Miranda Currie - Music and Folksongs |
*Pow Wow and Métis Jigging demonstrations and programming have been curated by Joe Thompson.
The Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration is funded in part by the Government of Canada
Canada Day | Tuesday, July 1
Join us at Assiniboine Park on Tuesday, July 1 for a day filled with music, entertainment, and fun in celebration of Canada Day.
Supported by: Doane Grant Thornton | Levy Canada
Activities, Entertainment, and More!
Entertainment on the Lyric Stage | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hosted by Kelsey Assad
| 11:00 am - 11:10 am | O'Canada by the School of Rock |
| 11:10 am – 12:00 pm | School of Rock Winnipeg Houseband |
| 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm | DJ JPQ |
| 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | Neighbour Andy |
| 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | Mama Cutsworth |
| 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm | Zrada |
| 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | Mariachi Rio Rojo curated by Folklorama |
Activities at the Lyric Field
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Food trucks: Sol Food Truck, GG Gelati, La Taqueria, Fired Up! Pizza |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Motion Zone with Fit Kids Healthy Kids |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Caricature Art with Junie Art Caricatures ($) |
| 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Bouncy castle and facepainting with Legends Characters |
| 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | Pop-up Patio at the Pavilion presented by Manitoba Liquor Mart |
| 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm | Superhero Hang Out with Legends Characters – pop in to our super hero hang out to listen to stories and learn super-special hero skills from a special guest hero! |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Community partner booths: Folklorama, CancerCare Manitoba, Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society, Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Winnipeg |
Activities at the outdoor Gardens at The Leaf
| 11:00 am - 12:30 pm |
Citizenship Ceremony with O'Canada by Kelly Bado Join us as 30 new Canadians take their citizenship oath in a very special Canada Day Citizenship Ceremony at the Performance Garden |
| 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm |
Latin Roots Winnipeg with Viento South 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! |
| 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Chalk Party with Pink Panda |
| 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Fire and Tobacco Teachings |
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: Balcaen & Sons
Movies in the Park
Presented by: Recycle Everywhere
Supported by: Frito-Lay | Levy Canada | Wave Show Technologies
Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Presented by: Levy Canada
Wellness Wednesdays
Presented by: Manitoba Blue Cross
Canada Day Celebration
Supported by: Doane Grant Thornton | Levy Canada
Indigenous Peoples Day and Canada Day celebrations are funded in part
by the Government of Canada
