53. Perform experiments in the Splash Lab and
test your perception in the Illusion Tunnel at the
Children's Museum.
54. See for yourself just how creative Winnipeg can
be when all the shops, galleries and stores
keep their doors open late to put on fun, festive,
and artsy happens as part of First Friday's in the
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55. Explore Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park,
a Hudson's Bay Company fort built between
1834 and 1837 where a fun new historical
interpretation experience and corresponding
app was recently created.
56. Discover historic tales held within some of
Winnipeg's most unique and impressive
architectural buildings during Doors Open
Winnipeg. (May 27–28)
57. Shoot for a hole-in-one alongside dinosaurs and
sea creatures at U-Puttz Amusement Centre,
an indoor glow-in-the-dark family entertainment
centre.
58. Enjoy live entertainment, a thrilling midway of
over 25 extreme rides, outrageous food vendors
and countless activities for kids at the Red River
Exhibition. (June 16–25)
59. Slide down 10 rushing water slides, take
in a round of mini golf, splash around on
bumper boats or try your hand at zip-lining
at Fun Mountain Waterslide Park.
60. Celebrate aboriginal culture, music and art at
Manito Ahbee, which features the Indigenous
Music Awards, an International Pow Wow, and
an impressive marketplace. (May 17–21)
61. Watch history unfold before your eyes at
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site,
where costumed staff recreate the 1850s
in this restored 19th century stone fort.
62. Let enthusiastic tour guides entertain you with
tales of power, corruption and heroism while
exploring the immaculate architecture of the
Exchange District on an Exchange District
Historical Walking Tour.
63. Blast your opponents inside LaserTopia's vast
maze.
64. Buy global gifts, souvenirs, clothing, crafts, local
artwork, jewellery, food and more at The Forks
Market.
65. Take part in the Pride Day parade and rally at
the Manitoba Legislative Building during the
Pride Winnipeg 30th Anniversary Festival.
(June 4)
66. Visit the beautiful pagoda gardens and the
Carol Shields Memorial Labyrinth in King's Park
67. Climb a massive play structure with seven
slides at indoor family play centre Great Big
Adventure.
68. Learn about Canada's aviation history while
viewing one-of-a-kind aircraft at the Royal
Aviation Museum of Western Canada.
69. Bring your favourite stuffed animal for a checkup
and participate in family friendly fun at the
Teddy Bears' Picnic in Assiniboine Park.
(May 28)
70. Experience Winnipeg's French Quarter and
history at its best on an Old St. Boniface
Walking Tour.
71. See the Boy with the Boot statue and the
Queen Victoria Monument in Assiniboine Park's
colourful English Garden.
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Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site: Parks Canada Exchange District Historical Walking Tours: Mike Peters
