April 16, 2026
Here Are Eight Ways You Can Celebrate Earth Day 2026 in Winnipeg
By Juliana, Social Media and Content Assistant
CPAWS Manitoba believes caring for the planet starts right here in our backyards, neighbourhoods, and our larger communities. There are plenty of ways to connect with nature, care for the planet, and celebrate Earth Day on your own, with your family, or in your community.
Earth Day is on Wednesday, April 22, and this year we’re inviting you to get your hands a little dirty or get a little crafty and remember every small act of kindness to nature matters.
We’ve rounded up a bunch of Earth Day events from our amazing friends across the city. Here are just eight ways you can celebrate Earth Day 2026 in Winnipeg!
1. Celebrate Earth Day in Style with FortWhyte Alive
Sunday, April 26, all day events
Join FortWhyte Alive in celebrating Earth Day with free family fun activities for people of all ages, including presentations, climate action short films, educational displays, crafts, marshmallow roasts, games and much more!
Connect with community partners, including Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, and explore interactive booths throughout the site.
2. Join Us at Earth Day Weekend at the Zoo
Wednesday, April 22, Saturday, April 25, Sunday, April 26, and Saturday, May 2
Join the Zoo’s events and take part in sustainable crafts, plant your very own pollinator-friendly plant or join the zoo chats or tours. Plus enjoy musical entertainment, special guests, and learning opportunities.
Create and Connect Crafts: Get crafty with natural, sustainable, and recycled materials.
Planting for Pollinators: Flex your green thumb! Plant and take home your very own pollinator-friendly plant.
Zoo Chats: Learn about the animals you love from the people who know them best! Zoo Tours: Join an expert guide to learn insider insights and fun facts about your favourite animals. Tours are geared for ages 3 and up and will be around 40 minutes long. Dress for the weather, as they will all be outside.
Astronomy Day at Assiniboine Park: Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or a newcomer to the world of astronomy, the day offers a free opportunity to connect, learn from experts, and discover the beauty and complexity of the universe.
3. Water and Ice Earth Days at the Manitoba Museum
Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Celebrate, investigate and initiate change during Earth Days at Manitoba Museum. With over several unique activities, explore the importance of water and ice through the Museum Galleries; get hands-on with water-focused activities and learn how you can make a difference for our Earth in the Science Gallery and watch the special showing of Worlds of Ice in the Planetarium.
4. Enjoy Leaf After Dark with Live Music at The Leaf
Wednesday, April 22 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Enjoy a relaxing adults-only atmosphere complete with live musical entertainment at The Leaf! This special Earth Day edition will feature singer, songwriter, guitarist and wildlife biologist Emily Thoroski (The Environmental Musician).
5. Join CPAWS Manitoba at The Forks Market
Wednesday, April 22, multiple events throughout the day
This year, The Forks is celebrating Earth Day through repair. It’s about fixing instead of tossing, mending instead of replacing, and finding small ways to keep good things going a little longer.
The activities include a crafting zone, patching station, bike repairs, Earth Day walking tours by Turtle Tours, fashion market and fashion show.
6. Learn About the Soil with Nature Manitoba in “The soil: how is it doing?”
Monday, April 27 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Ear Grey Community Centre
“Instructed by Dr. Afua Mante, In this workshop, let’s chat about how the soil is doing and our individual and collective roles in ensuring that the soil continues to lend us the services we need for our thriving for now and for future generations.”
Learn more and purchase your ticket for the event here.
7. Dive into a Free Compost Talk with Green Action Centre
Wednesday, April 22 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Conference Centre, 201 Portage
Learn how to compost indoors with Green Action Centre and the help of red wiggler worms! In this session, you’ll learn how to transform kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich vermicompost. We’ll cover everything you need to know – how to care for your worms, harvest your compost, and use it to nourish your garden and houseplants.
Plus, all attendees will be entered into a draw to win one of three vermicomposting bins of their own!
Learn more about the event and reserve your spot here.
8. Sign a Postcard for Healthy Lands and Waters
Help protect lands and waters by letting decision-makers know you care. Sign a postcard and send a message to your government officials about why nature matters. You can do it in under two minutes at cpawsmb.org/campaigns.
Respect Our Earth, Lands, and Wildlife
Explore a local trail, tend a native plant, or take two minutes to sign a postcard to let your government officials know how much healthy nature matters to you. Whether you’re six or sixty, a seasoned conservationist or simply someone who enjoys a walk outside, there’s a place for you in conservation. Let the joy and connection you feel this Earth Day become the momentum Manitoba needs to protect our wild spaces today, and for future generations.
This blog was made possible through the generous support of the National Audubon Society. We’re grateful for their partnership, collaboration, and shared commitment to protecting the lands, waters, and wildlife we all cherish.