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.
Botanical Bounty: Edible and Helpful Plant Walk | August 12 & 26
Are those berries edible? If I were hungry enough, could I eat tree bark? If I break a shoelace, could a plant help me tie my shoe? Join us for a walk in the Park and get answers to all these questions, while feeding your curiosity about wild plants in Winnipeg!
Barret Miller, Manager of Education and Programming at the Assiniboine Park Conservancy, will share a lifetime of knowledge built from nibbling on wild plants in an experience that is equal parts educational and entertaining.
We'll dive into foraging ethics, safety, cooking tips, and ideas for conserving urban wild space. When nature offers a trail treat, we will share samples.
This program takes place outdoors in Assiniboine Park and involves walking up to 2.5 kilometres. Please dress for the weather. Each walk is a stand-alone experience, but returning lets you watch plants evolve through the seasons, offering a unique experience every time.
In case of rain, we will move the walk indoors to The Leaf's biomes and the Tannis M. Richardson Indoor Classroom.
Location: Meet at the Tannis M. Richardson Classroom (The Leaf), 145 The Leaf Way
Dates: Wednesdays, August 12 & 26
Time: 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm
Fee per person: $18.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Slow Flow Yoga with Jackie Enberg | September 2 - December 16
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, September 2 - October 14 (7 sessions)
Time: 6:00 pm - 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, November 4 - December 16 (7 sessions)
Time: 6:00 pm - 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.
Registration opens soon!
Slow Birding in Assiniboine Park | September 9
Discover the joy of observing birds with mindfulness and wonder! Birds offer a daily connection to nature that lifts our spirits and enhances well-being. You don’t need to know their names to enjoy them - just bring your curiosity!
Open to all ages and abilities, this experience will help sharpen your senses, deepen appreciation, and bring a sense of calm.
Dress for the weather. The walk is approximately 1 - 2 km along paved trails. Bring your own water or other hydration. Bring your binoculars if you have them - a limited number will be available to borrow while supplies last.
Location: Meet at the Riley Family Duck Pond in Assiniboine Park
Date: Wednesday, September 9
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Registration opens soon!
Photo Credit: Kirstyn Eckhardt
Park Tots | September 10 - October 29
Explore the Park with your little one and get closer to nature!
Designed for kids ages 3 – 5 and their adult companions, each session is packed with outdoor play, wildlife encounters and observation, and engaging activities that spark wonder and joy.
We'll explore the natural world through fun facts, stories, songs, movement, and messy outdoor adventures, building confidence, connection, and resilience along the way.
Come dressed for the weather, ready to roam, and don't forget a snack and water bottle for you and your little one!
Location: Acorn Room, Qualico Family Centre
Date: Thursdays, September 10 - October 29 (8 sessions)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Price per pair: $200.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Registration opens soon!
Park 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.
Nature Tots: Art Adventures | November 5 - December 10
Does your child love getting lost in a craft? Is your fridge door an exhibition of fine art?
Nature Tots: Art Adventures is a preschool program for children ages 3 – 6 and their adult companion, exploring nature and creativity through stories, songs, movement, and play indoors and out.
Participants will meet in the Pavilion Art Galleries and wander inside and outside, using that day's weather as a guide. Each week features a seasonal nature-based theme, and you'll leave with new skills, knowledge, and shared memories.
This program will feature art in different forms - some will be take-home projects, and some will be temporary outdoor creative installations, such as rock art and snow painting. Natural materials and processes will weave through everything we do.
Please dress for the weather and bring a snack and a water bottle for yourself and your little one.
Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Crescent)
Dates: Thursdays, November 5 - December 10 (6 sessions)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Fee per pair: $150.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Registration opens soon!
Garden Sound Bath Healing Experience | August 18
Surrounded by the beauty of our gardens, immerse yourself in a deeply restorative sound bath designed to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit.
This immersive session begins with a calming guided meditation, setting the tone for tranquility. Throughout, you'll be treated to soothing aromatherapy anointments and misting, enhancing your relaxation journey. As you drift deeper into relaxation, a symphony of sound healing will envelop you, featuring the gentle vibrations of crystal quartz singing bowls, brass bowls, tingsha bells, chakra tuning forks, chimes, and Ocean drums. This harmonious blend is designed to melt away stress and leave you feeling renewed. The session will gently conclude with a guided meditation, bringing you back to a state of calm and clarity.
This experience takes place outdoors in the Johnston Family Seasonal Garden at The Leaf. Please bring any items you will need to be comfortable in an outdoor setting and laying on the ground, including a yoga mat, water bottle, blanket, and comfortable clothing.
About the Facilitator
Brie Henderson has been leading sound baths for over five years throughout Manitoba and Ontario. She provides experiences at a variety of yoga studios, spas, and her own private studio.
Location: Seasonal Garden at The Leaf (145 Leaf Way)
Date: Tuesday, August 18
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fee per person: $45.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Bevvies, Bites, and Hot Summer Nights | August 19
Savour summer nights at The Leaf with live music, immersive garden tours, and irresistible wood-fired focaccia.
Join us for a delightful evening in The Kitchen Garden at The Leaf, where you'll immerse yourself in the world of herbs and heirloom veggies.
Throughout the evening, you can take part in guided tours to learn about what's growing in our Kitchen Garden, and savour the taste of homemade focaccia baked in our wood fire oven courtesy of Prairie Bread Lab's Jared Ozuk. Each evening, we will feature a performance by a local musician, adding a vibrant soundtrack to your garden experience. Schedule coming soon!
Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or a food lover, this event promises to nourish your body and soul.
Included in your ticket:
- Admission to the Kitchen Garden Experience
- Admission to The Leaf's biomes
- Focaccia tasting
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase separately.
Performance Schedule
- August 19 - Mal Magorel
Location: Kitchen Garden at The Leaf (145 The Leaf Way)
Date: Wednesday, August 19
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.
Sunrise Yoga with Rebecca Watson | August 22 & 29
Start your morning with a restful sunrise yoga practice led by certified yoga practitioner Rebecca Watson.
Set on the water terrace amid the stunning Gardens at The Leaf, this calming session invites you to stretch, breathe, and ease into the day.
Please bring anything you will need to be comfortable for the session in any weather, including a water bottle, yoga mat, and blanket. (The surface we will be using for this class is concrete.)
In case of rain, we will move Sunrise Yoga indoors to The Leaf's Mediterranean biome.
About the Instructor
When Rebecca first stepped on her yoga mat 20 years ago, she was amazed at how the practice shifted the energy in her body and brought her home to herself. She has been teaching yoga for 15 years and believes that yoga is for every body and welcomes all students to her classes. Rebecca’s 1000 hours of yoga teacher training includes vinyasa flow, yin, restorative, bhakti, kundalini, meditation, yoga nidra, and prenatal yoga. Rebecca loves time spent in nature, outdoor adventuring, dogs, cooking for health and wellness, and checking out Winnipeg’s amazing food scene & music festivals.
Location: Meet at the Water Terrace outside The Leaf (145 The Leaf Way)
Dates: Saturdays, August 22 and 29
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fee per person: $20.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Putting Your Garden to Bed with Master Gardeners | September 17
Master fall gardening in a way that protects plants, supports pollinators, and reduces spring cleanup!
Join Assiniboine Park Master Gardeners to learn how to make the most of your fall garden by using leaves as a valuable resource rather than waste. Discover the benefits of leaving some garden areas undisturbed to provide essential overwintering habitat for pollinators and insects.
Participants will learn practical techniques for collecting and saving seeds, caring for spring-flowering bulbs, taking plant cuttings, and identifying tender plants that should be brought indoors before frost. Learn how to create a healthier, more sustainable garden while supporting local biodiversity throughout the changing seasons.
Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom (The Leaf), 145 The Leaf Way
Date: Thursday, September 17
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fee per person: $30.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
The Living Well Program | November 2 - December 7
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, November 2 - December 7 (5 sessions, no session on November 30)
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.
Registration opens soon!
Journeys Through The Zoo | September 14 - October 5
Join us for Journeys Through the Zoo, an engaging program specially crafted for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Enjoy accessible exploration, sensory activities, and fun - both indoors and outdoors - all inspired by nature and wildlife. Make sure to dress for the weather and walking!
Journeys Through the Zoo is presented in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba. This program offers a supportive space to spark memories, connect, and enjoy meaningful time together.
Location: Meet at the Zoo's Special Events Gate (54 Zoo Drive)
Dates: Mondays, September 14 - October 5 (4 sessions)
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fee per pair: $100.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Registration opens soon!
Zoo Tots | October 21 - December 9
Let your little one's curiosity run wild in our playful, hands-on Zoo Tots classes!
Designed for kids ages 3 – 5 and their adult companions, each session is packed with outdoor play, animal encounters and observation, and activities that spark wonder and joy.
Together, we'll explore the natural world through stories, songs, movement, and messy outdoor adventures, building confidence, connection, and resilience along the way.
Come dressed for the weather and ready to roam, as we will primarily be outside. Don't forget to bring a snack and water bottle for you and your wild one!
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, October 21 - December 9 (7 sessions, no session on November 11)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Price per pair: $150.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
Registration opens soon!
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.
Tours and Experiences
Outdoor Gardens at The Leaf Tour | August 14 & 28
Enjoy a guided tour that will captivate your senses and bring you closer to nature. The outdoor Gardens at the Leaf tell a story of how people connect with plants and how they bring meaning to our lives.
You can add admission to The Leaf's indoor biomes to your visit to explore at your own pace. Experience a truly unique botanical visit!
Location: Meet in front of the Tannis M. Richardson Classroom inside The Leaf (145 The Leaf Way) at least 5 minutes before the tour begins.
Dates: Friday, August 14 & 28
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Fee (Leaf/Inspire Members and outdoor tour only): $15 + GST
Fee (Outdoor tour + biome admission): $20 + GST
Please note: Children two years of age and under are free. Please add a $0 infant admission ticket for each child aged two and under. A paying adult must accompany participants under the age of 16. Member fee applies to Leaf, Inspire, and Inspire Conservation members.
Behind the Scenes Zoo Experiences
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime behind the scenes experience at Assiniboine Park Zoo! We'll bring you up close with some of the Zoo's most charismatic creatures, including polar bears, Amur tigers, harbour seals, the birds at Toucan Ridge, and more! Experiences are guided by our animal care professionals.
Wild Moments at the Zoo
Meet amazing animals, hear stories from the people who care for them, and get closer than ever before this summer by adding a Wild Moment to your Zoo visit!
Choose from four different mini-experiences throughout the Zoo:
Mob of Meerkats
Get to know our mischievous mob and create an enrichment item for them to enjoy.
Dates: August 15, 20, 24, 29
Horns and Hooves
Go behind the scenes in the Open Lane area and meet the animals who call it home, including our pronghorns, guanacos, and the West Caucasian turs.
Dates: August 13, 17, 22, 27, 31
Pelican Feeding
Meet our flock of pelicans and feed them a fishy breakfast!
Dates: August 12, 16, 21, 26, 30
Reptile Rendezvous
Come hang out with the reptiles of Toucan Ridge! You’ll have the opportunity to either feed an animal, participate in a positive reinforcement training session, or get up close with our friendly tortoises.
Dates: August 14, 19, 23, 28
Wild Moments are not included in Zoo admission. All experiences are for guests ages 12 and up and are wheelchair accessible. Closed-toed shoes are recommended.
You can add a Wild Moment to your visit online, in person at the front Zoo entrance, or at the Wild Moment location!
Time: 11:00 am - 11:20 am
Fee per person: $15.00 + GST
Members receive 10% off program fees.
Members, please use the monthly member discount code at checkout.
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.
