Programs, Workshops, and Tours
Invest in your health and well-being. Get creative and crafty. Join us for some family fun!
Explore the Park, the Zoo, and The Leaf with our programs, workshops, guided tours, and experiences. These programs and tours are designed for individuals, couples, friends, families, and small groups who want to dive deeper into the world of animals, plants, and nature!
Looking for a guided tour for a corporate group, travel group, or other larger group? Learn about group tours.
Programs & Workshops
Programs and workshops take place in gorgeous settings surrounded by nature in Assiniboine Park, the Zoo, and The Leaf.
Members save 10% on program fees! If you are unable to register or pay online, check out your available registration and payment options on our website.
Slow Flow Yoga with Jackie Enberg | January - June
Stretch and flow with Assiniboine Park's own Jackie Enberg in this weekly slow-flow practice, featuring restorative pauses and poses.
This class is accessible to students of all experience levels.
Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, and any yoga supports you may need.
About the Instructor
Instructor Jackie Enberg is certified in Vinyasa Flow and Restorative yoga. Jackie has been connected to the Park all her life, growing up close to the park, and as an animal care curator, is proud to call the Zoo her career for almost 20 years.
Please register at the link below, no drop-ins accepted.
SESSION ONE
Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Crescent)
Dates: Wednesday, January 7 - February 25 (7 sessions, no class February 11)
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Fee per person: $112.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
SESSION TWO
Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Crescent)
Dates: Wednesday, March 11 - April 22 (7 sessions)
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Fee per person: $112.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
SESSION THREE
Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Crescent)
Dates: Wednesday, May 6 - June 17 (7 sessions)
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Fee per person: $112.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Saturday Guided Snowshoe | January 10 - February 28
Join our Saturday afternoon guided snowshoe adventures at Assiniboine Park!
A member of our Education and Programming team will guide you through one of Manitoba's iconic winter wonderlands, while educating you along the way.
We will provide snowshoes, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
Please arrive dressed and ready to spend 90 minutes outside. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Guided snowshoes will be 1-3km in length.
For safety and ground-related reasons, guided snowshoe hikes may transition to on-foot hikes if necessary.
Pick and choose which dates you'd like to come!
January 10 - Oh, Deer! - SOLD OUT!
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Learn all about a creature that embraces winter, the whitetail deer! See bedding areas, learn to recognize deer feeding marks, and read the tales written in deer tracks.
January 17 - Feathered Friends!
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn all about the hearty winter birds that live in our forests. We'll be checking in on our feathered neighbours and finding out what birds eat to stay warm.
January 24 - Winter Trees
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Explore our beautiful urban forest on snowshoes and discover its unique secrets, only found in the magic of wintertime!
January 31 - Winter Tracking
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Make some tracks and find out how to read animal tracks as snowshoes carry you across the landscape! We'll help you interpret animal tracks and signs, share some tracking secrets with you, and leave you with a new appreciation for Winnipeg's winter biodiversity.
February 7 (AM) - Oh, Deer! Part II
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Come ready to learn all about a creature that embraces winter, the whitetail deer. See bedding areas, learn to recognize deer feeding marks, and read the tales written in deer tracks.
February 7 (PM) - Superb Owl Kick-off!
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Celebrate Superb Owl weekend at Assiniboine Park! There might be a big football game south of the border the next day, but we'll be taking in the owl action heating up in the Park on Saturday night.
*Flashlights and headlamps are welcome, but we will be in the dark for part of our walk.
February 14 - February Takes Flight!
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Love won't be the only thing in the air this Valentine's Day! Bundle up and explore the birds that make winter special in Assiniboine Park. We'll be checking in on our feathered neighbours and finding out what birds eat to stay warm.
February 21 - Park History
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Our snowshoes will be our time machines as we explore the woods and fields, past and present, in Assiniboine Park. Step back in time and learn about how the Park has evolved over the years.
February 28 - Squirrelled Away
10:00 am - 11:30 am
We'll be exploring the life of one of the more entertaining wild Park neighbours - grey and red squirrels! Find out how these creatures survive and thrive in a Manitoban winter.
Location: Riley Family Duck Pond Shelter, near 330 Assiniboine Park Drive
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Weather Policy
Saturday Guided Snowshoeing will proceed snow, rain, or shine. We will only cancel in the case of extreme weather.
Cancellation will be determined by 8:30 am the day of. Registered participants will be contacted by e-mail if they would like to exchange for a different day.
Nature Tots: Art Adventures | January 29 - February 19
Is your fridge door an exhibition of fine art? Does your little one love outdoor adventures? Nature Tots: Art Adventures is designed for crafty kids ages 3 - 6 who love getting creative and exploring nature!
We will meet inside at the Pavilion art galleries, then wander outside in Assiniboine Park using the day's weather as our guide. Each week will feature a new nature-based theme, an imaginative craft using natural materials, outdoor play, temporary outdoor art installations, and more.
We will explore nature and creativity through stories, songs, movement, and play.
This program will take place primarily outdoors. Please dress for the weather! Bring your own water bottle and snacks as needed. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Crescent)
Dates: Thursdays, January 29, February 5, 12, 19 (4 sessions)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Fee per person: $100.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Park Explorer's Club | February 16, March 14, April 7, May 9
Do you love spending time outside, observing wildlife, and learning about the natural world? Join the club! The Park Explorer's Club will meet monthly to learn and explore.
February 16 | Canadian Icons Park Walk
Take a walk in Assiniboine Park while learning about Canadian history and iconic Canadian wildlife on Louis Riel Day!
Geared towards outdoor enthusiasts and learners of all ages, wildlife expert and Park educator, Barret Miller, will guide explorers through the Park, sharing historical fun facts and insights into the Park's thriving wildlife.
Why would Manitoba maples play hockey in the Western Hockey League and not in the Ontario Hockey League? Are beavers as fierce as they are cooperative? How do chickadees thrive all winter long? Discover the answers to all these questions and more along our walking trails.
Please dress for the weather and bring your curiosity!
The Park Explorer's Club is open to nature lovers of all ages. Join us for one session or stop by every month!
Please note: this outdoor workshop involves up to 1 km of movement on easy-to-moderate terrain. For additional accommodations, contact education@assiniboinepark.ca.
Location: Meet at Riley Family Duck Pond Shelter
Date: Monday, February 16
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
March 14 | The Modern Zoo
Join us at the Zoo to learn about the role of a modern zoo plays in education, conservation, and more!
Geared towards outdoor enthusiasts and learners of all ages, explorers will enjoy a guided tour of the Zoo focused on the species we are working to save from extinction, endangered species, and habitat conservation.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our modern Zoo operations and discover what it takes to be an accredited institution with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. You'll learn about our education and conservation programs, how we care for the animals, and how we strive to connect people to the natural world to inspire conservation action.
Please note that Zoo admission is not included with this workshop. Please dress for the weather, as this workshop is primarily outdoors.
The Park Explorer's Club is open to nature lovers of all ages. Join us for one session or stop by every month!
This outdoor workshop involves up to 1 km of movement on easy-to-moderate terrain. For additional accommodations, contact education@assiniboinepark.ca.
Location: Meet at Zoo Main Entrance (2595 Roblin Boulevard)
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
April 7 | Honk If You Love Geese
The Canada goose - bold, loud, and fearcily protective. But what makes this iconic Canadian bird tick?
Learn about the Canada goose, how to avoid conflict with them, and observe goose behaviour with wildlife expert and Park educator, Barret Miller!
Geared towards outdoor enthusiasts and learners of all ages, explorers will enjoy an interactive presentation on a variety of topics including:
- Ecology, biology, and life cycle
- Why nesting geese are defensive
- Goose body language
- How to avoid human-goose conflict
- How to humanely manage aggressive goose encounters, keeping both people and birds safe
If weather allows, we'll go walk outside to observe goose behaviour.
The Park Explorer's Club is open to nature lovers of all ages. Join us for one session or stop by every month!
Please note that while this workshop is mostly indoors, be prepared for a short time outside with up to 1 km of movement on easy-to-moderate terrain. For additional accommodations, contact education@assiniboinepark.ca.
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf (145 The Leaf Way)
Date: Tuesday, April 7
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
May 9 | Nature Journaling
Discover the joy of nature journaling with the Park Explorer's Club!
Geared towards outdoor enthusiasts and learners of all ages, explorers will adventure through the Park while learning about nature journaling, a creative way to explore and record observations through drawing, writing, and mindful observation.
This practice helps us slow down, engage our senses, and experience the outdoors in new and meaningful ways.
All supplies will be provided, including a small notebook for each participant to take home. Feel free to bring your own materials and a comfortable lawn chair. Wagons are available to help transport supplies and chairs.
The Park Explorer's Club is open to nature lovers of all ages. Join us for one session or stop by every month!
Please note this outdoor workshop involves up to 1 km of movement on easy-to-moderate terrain. For additional accommodations, contact education@assiniboinepark.ca.
Location: Meet at the Acorn Room at the Qualico Family Centre
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
The Living Well Program | February 2 - March 9
The Living Well Program invites individuals living with early to moderate signs of dementia and their care partners to enjoy hands-on plant-based activities, guided explorations of The Leaf, and the simple pleasure of sharing time in a welcoming community.
Led by a horticultural therapy practitioner, each session offers opportunities to spark creativity, encourage social connections, and experience the calming benefits of nature. Refreshments are provided, and no gardening experience is needed.
This program is in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
Date: Mondays, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 9 (5 sessions, no session on February 16)
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom, 145 The Leaf Way (The Leaf)
Fee per pair: $135.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Game Nights at The Leaf | February 5, March 5, April 2
It's game on at The Leaf this winter! Join us for three thrilling evenings as you put your plant knowledge to the test.
February 5 | Trivia Night
Flex your nature knowledge at Trivia Night at The Leaf!
Gather your team and test your wits with questions inspired by The Leaf, animals, current events, and more.
Trivia rounds will take place in the Tannis M. Richardson Classroom. Between rounds, you will head into the Tropical and Mediterranean biomes and hunt for clues to help you answer questions for bonus points!
Perfect for trivia buffs, nature lovers, and anyone looking for a fun night out with friends. Expect brain-bending questions, plenty of laughs, and a few surprises along the way.
- Participants must be 16 and older.
- Bring your team or join as an individual, and we’ll match you up!
- All participants must register individually.
Location: Tannis M Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf Biomes, The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Thursday, February 5
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Fee per person: $20.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
March 5 | Escape Adventure
Solve escape room-inspired puzzles at The Leaf while learning about plants and conservation along the way!
You and your intrepid crew are globe-trotting botanists on a mission to find one of the last specimens of a rare plant hidden within the biomes at The Leaf. Can you locate it before it goes extinct?
Communicate with your team, observe your environment, and interact with everything you can – that’s how you’ll succeed.
Only one team will win the coveted living fossil - will it be yours?
Perfect for botany enthusiasts, puzzle and escape room fans, and anyone looking for a fun night out with friends.
- Participants must be 16 and older.
- Bring your team or join as an individual, and we’ll match you up!
- All participants must register individually.
Location: Tannis M Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf Biomes, The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Fee per person: $35.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
April 2 | Escape Adventure - Space Trek
Boldly go where no one has gone before! Solve escape room-inspired puzzles in each unique biome at The Leaf. Help save this system from extinction!
You and your crew from the USS Assiniboine have arrived in the L.E.A.F. solar system, where each planet hosts a unique ecosystem with fascinating flora.
Communicate with your team, observe your environment, and interact with everything you can – that’s how you’ll succeed.
Will you succeed in your mission, or will your adventure end in failure? Only one team can claim the ultimate honour!
This event is perfect for science fiction and botany fanatics, puzzle and escape room enthusiasts, or anyone looking for an exciting night out with friends.
- Participants must be 16 and older.
- Bring your team or join as an individual, and we’ll match you up!
- All participants must register individually.
Location: Tannis M Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf Biomes, The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Thursday, April 2
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Fee per person: $35.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Introduction to Linocut | February 7
Discover the art of linocut and create your own botanical-themed stamp in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Award-winning artist Corah Enns will teach you how to design, carve, and print your unique linocut stamp, inspired by the Dwarf Cavendish Banana tree at The Leaf.
The introductory session covers transferring a design to the block and safely handling carving tools with confidence. All supplies provided, participants must be 16 years or older.
About the Facilitator
Corah Enns (A Pointed Art WPG) is an award-winning Winnipeg-based artist and educator. Working primarily in printmaking and ink drawing, she has exhibited her work at Heritage Winnipeg, the Winnipeg Living Prairie Museum, the Forum Art Centre, Martha Street Studio, and Mentoring Artists for Women's Art. She is a member of the Manitoba Society of Artists.
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf (145 The Leaf Way)
Date: Saturday, February 7
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Price per person: $60.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Junior Chefs Academy - Love and Sprinkles | February 7
Join us for a fun-filled morning of Valentine’s Day inspired baking at The Leaf. Sweet treats guaranteed!
In this hands-on workshop, children ages 8 - 12 with their adult companion will learn various techniques to create and decorate their own Valentine’s Day-inspired cookies.
All materials are provided. Don’t forget your reusable container to take home leftover treats!
About the Facilitator
Victoria Nguyen began baking in high school to show her love for others and soon started making treats for everyone she knew. She has been with Assiniboine Park for six years, starting as a volunteer and now working on the Events team.
Don't forget your reusable container to take home leftover treats.
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom (145 Leaf Way)
Dates: Saturday, February 7
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Fee per pair: $42.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Beaded Fringe Earrings Workshop | February 8
Spend a relaxing afternoon at The Leaf learning how to make beaded fringe earrings in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop.
Participants will learn how to bead beautiful fringe earrings on triangle findings, using ladder stitch and fringe techniques with Métis artist and facilitator Shannon Tara Kalić,
Suitable for beginners at beading. All materials and supplies included.
Workshop participants must be 16 years of age.
About the Facilitator
Shannon Tara Kalić (she/her) is a Métis artist, facilitator, and anti-racism educator from Winnipeg. She has been beading and creating with fur and leather since 2016, and started her business, Waabishki Miigwan Creations, in January 2021.
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom (145 The Leaf Way)
Date: Sunday, February 8
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee per person: $75.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Botanical Scrubs and Soaks | February 10
Make your own salt bath soak and sugar scrub in this hands-on, sensory workshop! Discover the magic of plants, exploring soothing scents, textures, and simple rituals that help you relax and recharge.
Perfect for anyone curious about self-care, natural remedies, or just a fun, creative experience - no experience needed.
Each participant will leave with two personalized creations and recipes to enjoy at home, plus tips for bringing a little everyday magic and mindfulness into daily life.
Location: Tannis M Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Tuesday, February 10
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Fee per person: $50.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Homebrewing Beer 101: Hop into Spring! | February 12
Join Barret Miller, brewing instructor and Manitoba's open-fire brewing guy, for a beginner-friendly home brewing workshop!
Learn how to prepare and brew the equivalent of a 24-pack of traditional spring wheat beer in just 90 to 120 minutes. During the workshop, you’ll also get to touch, smell, and taste different malt samples you can use in future batches.
With warmer weather approaching, now is the perfect time to brew a batch of light, refreshing beer that will be ready to enjoy all summer long.
You'll leave this workshop with an equipment checklist and two recipes to continue brewing at home.
Please note: No beer or alcohol will be provided during this workshop.
Location: Tannis M Richardson Indoor Classroom, The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Thursday, February 12
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee per person: $45.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Beading Basics and Artist Talks | February 23, March 2, March 9
Learn a variety of different stitching techniques with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić. Explore the techniques, enjoy a cup of tea, and listen to Shannon discuss a variety of topics related to Indigenous art.
February 23 | Brick Stitch
Learn the basics of brick stitch beading with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić. Participants will have ample time to explore the technique, enjoy a cup of tea, and listen to Shannon discuss "Why support Indigenous artists and businesses?"
Skills learned in this class can be applied to a wide variety of beading projects and are helpful for progressing to more advanced beading workshops.
About the Facilitator
Shannon Tara Kalić (she/her) is a Métis artist, facilitator and anti-racism educator from Winnipeg. She has been beading and creating with fur and leather since 2016, and started her business, Waabishki Miigwan Creations, in January 2021.
Date: Monday, February 23
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom (The Leaf), 145 The Leaf Way
Price per person: $40.00 + GST
Members get 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
March 2 | Fringe Stitch
Learn the basics of fringe beading (and the often associated ladder stitch) with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić. Participants will have ample time to explore the technique, enjoy a cup of tea, and listen to Shannon discuss "Appropriation vs. Appreciation."
Skills learned in this class can be applied to a wide variety of beading projects and are helpful for progressing to more advanced beading workshops.
About the Facilitator
Shannon Tara Kalić (she/her) is a Métis artist, facilitator and anti-racism educator from Winnipeg. She has been beading and creating with fur and leather since 2016, and started her business, Waabishki Miigwan Creations, in January 2021.
Date: Monday, March 2
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom (The Leaf), 145 The Leaf Way
Price per person: $40.00 + GST
Members get 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
March 9 | Peyote Stitch
Learn the basics of peyote stitch with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić. Participants will have ample time to explore both odd- and even-count techniques, enjoy a cup of tea, and listen to Shannon discuss the idea of "Pan-Indigeneity."
Skills learned in this class can be applied to a wide variety of beading projects and are helpful for progressing to more advanced beading workshops.
About the Facilitator
Shannon Tara Kalić (she/her) is a Métis artist, facilitator and anti-racism educator from Winnipeg. She has been beading and creating with fur and leather since 2016, and started her business, Waabishki Miigwan Creations, in January 2021.
Date: Monday, March 9
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom (The Leaf), 145 The Leaf Way
Price per person: $40.00 + GST
Members get 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Zoo Tots | January to February
Let your little one's curiosity run wild in these playful, hands-on classes at the Zoo!
Together, we'll explore the natural world through fun facts, stories, songs, movement, and messy outdoor adventures—building confidence, connection, and resilience along the way.
Each session, we'll play outside, experience animal encounters and observation, and participate in activities that spark wonder and joy.
Geared for children ages 3 - 5 with an adult companion. We will spend time outside visiting the animals at the Zoo, so please dress for the weather.
Your ticket includes Zoo admission for ONLY the participating child plus one accompanying adult. Do not bring extra adults.
Location: Special Events Entry, Assiniboine Park Zoo (54 Zoo Drive)
Date: Wednesdays, January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 (5 sessions)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Price per pair: $125.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Zoo Tots is designed for children aged 3 to 5. If your child is outside this age range and you are interested in enrolling, please contact education@assiniboinepark.ca to discuss further options.
Booking & Cancellation Policies
- Registration fees are non-refundable (unless the program or tour is cancelled by Assiniboine Park Conservancy).
- Pre-registration and payment for programs and workshops is encouraged to ensure we have sufficient staff and materials for attendees. Sorry, we cannot accept walk-ups for programs and workshops unless otherwise specified. Walk-ups are welcome for tours, space permitting.
- Programs and workshops are subject to demand. If enrollment is insufficient, Assiniboine Park Conservancy reserves the right to cancel a workshop up to one week in advance.
If you are unable to register or pay online, check out your available registration and payment options on our website.
Interested in hosting a program or workshop at Assiniboine Park, the Zoo, or The Leaf?
Please fill out our expression of interest form and a member of our Education & Programs team will reach out to you soon.
