Activities and experiences
The Forks National Historic Site
Programming at The Forks is over for the season, but the site remains open for visitors to enjoy. The Forks will open for the 2023 season on May 23.
The Forks is a busy site nestled in the centre of downtown Winnipeg at the meeting place of the Red and Assiniboine rivers! Come sunshine or snow, there’s always something to enjoy—from taking a historic tour or skating the frozen river trails.
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Where Our Stories Meet
Take our new guided tour at The Forks as we cover the history of First Nations, settlers and Métis Nation in Manitoba.
One Heart, Two Rivers, Four Directions
Join us for One Heart, Two Rivers, Four Directions, a tour exploring Indigenous connections to The Forks.
Calendar of events
From special activities to memorable experiences, check out what’s happening at The Forks!
One Heart, Two Rivers, Four Directions walking tour
Learn more about Indigenous history at The Forks through the One Heart, Two Rivers, Four Directions walking tour.
Where Our Stories Meet
Take our new guided tour at The Forks as we cover the history of First Nations, settlers and Métis Nation in Manitoba.
Words of Wisdom: An Elder's Fire
Gather around a fire and learn from an Anishinaabe Elder during your next visit to The Forks in downtown Winnipeg.
School programs
Learning experiences at The Forks National Historic Site.
Fort Parka
Come to Fort Parka, where kids can enjoy the play structure, splash pad and water park at The Forks in downtown Winnipeg.
Red chairs
Join Parks Canada visitors across the country and have your Red Chair moment at The Forks.
Volunteer
If you want to work with the public and help with programming at The Forks, there’s a volunteer position for you!
Things to do
Bird watching
Boat tour
Boating
Cycling
Dog walking
Ice skating
Lookout
Mooring
Museum
Photography
Picnicking
Playground
Restaurant or café
Stay overnight
Tobogganing
Tours and programs
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