1. You can’t talk about fall in Manitoba and not mention Halloween. Head to Assiniboine Park Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo in October, where you’ll find lots of fall festivities and spooky scenes. Make sure to wear your costume!

2. Make your way to Red River Exhibition Park in late October to attend Witchy Wonderland, a “(not-so) Fright Fest”. This all-ages Halloween event includes kids’ rides, an inflatable park, food vendors, costumed characters, fireworks, the Pumpkin Patch Express and more.

3. Is there a kid in your life that absolutely loves Halloween? Head to the Halloween Howl at the Children’s Museum for spooktacular activities that include crafts, souvenir photos and a dance party. New for 2026, there are multiple dates (October 23, 24, 30 and two available times on October 31).

4. For older children who love Halloween, try the Daytime Ghoul Haunt at Six Pines Haunted Attraction. Running on four select dates in October, this afternoon experience is a much milder version of their regular event. Similarly, check out the Haunted Forest at Lucky Break Ranch & Tack in Rivers from October 16-19, 2026, for their “no scare hours” from 4:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

5. Make your way to the Centennial Concert Hall on October 30 or 31, 2026, for a Leon and Cecilia Asper Night at the Movies: The Addams Family in Concert. Perfect for older children who love the 1991 classic!

Fall Festivals and Events

6. Pumpkins After Dark will be held from October 15-31, 2026, at Assiniboia Downs. Wind your way through over 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins and art installations at this all-ages, outdoor event. Expect live pumpkin-carving demonstrations, food trucks with fall treats, live entertainment and lots of photo opportunities!

7. Attend Winnipeg’s Manito Ahbee, a celebration of Indigenous arts, culture and music this October 30th - November 1st, 2026. Enjoy awards ceremonies, a marketplace, food vendors and the Manito Ahbee Festival Pow Wow, one of the largest gatherings of its kind in Western Canada. All ages welcome.

8. Head to one of the province’s fall festivals, including Teulon Pumpkinfest (September 19, 2026), Scarecrow Days in Souris (September 25-27, 2026) or Pumpkinfest in Garson (October 4, 2026).

9. There’s something about the cooler temperatures that brings people together. Join one of the province’s many fall suppers, where all ages are invited. From Wawanesa to Woodridge to Warren, you’ll find delicious food and community spirit come alive across Manitoba. Bonus: younger children usually eat for free!

10. Pineridge Hollow offers plenty of fun fall activities for all ages, including shopping, dining and visiting the petting zoo. It’s an ideal way to spend an autumn afternoon. Don’t miss this year’s Fall Fair from September 11-13, 2026, which will include food trucks, live music, a barrel train, a craft market, carnival rides and fireworks.

11. Held from October 28th to 31st, 2026, the Manitoba AG EX in Brandon is a family-friendly cattle show that’s famous for its competitions and learning experiences. MooMania and EweMania are hands-on educational experiences for students in Grades 3-5, sure to delight the future farmers in the family.

12. Disney on Ice is back at the Canada Life Centre. Join Mickey and pals from November 13-15, 2026, for Jump In!, an event everyone will enjoy.

13.Winnipeg Comiccon is back! This October 30 - November 1, 2026, meet your favourite actors and characters at the RBC Convention Centre.

14. On select dates from September 18 until October 31, 2026, bring the little ones to the Kids Fun Zone at Shelmerdine in Headingley. Enjoy rides, a bouncy castle, snacks and a hay bale maze.

15. Ho ho ho! Santa’s on his way to Winnipeg again, making his appearance at the Manitoba Hydro Santa Parade on November 14, 2026. Established in 1909, the parade is the city’s longest-running free community event.

Outdoor Adventures

16. There’s nothing like seeing the leaves turn to vibrant fall colours of red, orange and yellow. Spend time with the kids in some of Manitoba’s most beautiful autumnal vistas such as Turtle Mountain Provincial Park, Pisew Falls Provincial Park, Winnipeg’s Kildonan Park, Pembina Valley Provincial Park or Spruce Woods Provincial Park.

17. ’Tis the season for corn mazes! This quintessential fall activity is a blast for every age. Head to Deer Meadow Farms (RM of Springfield), Secord Corn Maze (Dauphin), A Maze in Corn (Saint Adolphe), King Korn Maze (Notre Dame de Lourdes), Boonstra Farms (Stonewall), Autumn Adventures MB at Connery Farms (Portage la Prairie) or Pembina Threshermen’s Museum (Winkler) to try to find your way through one of the mazes. Bonus: many of the locations have other kid-friendly activities on-site, such as hayrides and petting farms.

18. Just because summer’s over doesn’t mean hiking is over, too! In fact, fall is one of the best seasons to hike with little ones. Some of the best beginner trails around the province include the Bannock Point Petroforms Trail in Whiteshell Provincial Park, the Wild Grape Trail/Elm Trail Loop in Beaudry Provincial Park and the Grace Lake Boardwalk and Boreal Trail near The Pas.

19. What better place to take a group photo than in one of the province’s pumpkin patches? Wear your coziest fall sweater and head to Schwabe Pumpkins (Saint Andrews), Sheepy Hollow Pumpkin Patch (Portage la Prairie), A Maze in Corn (Saint Adolphe) or Deer Meadow Farms (RM of Springfield).

20. If you’ve never tried ziplining in Manitoba, now’s the season to do it. Head to Hywire Ziplines for a high-flying adventure over Pembina Valley, known for its jaw-dropping fall foliage (available through October).

21. The Brokenhead Wetland Interpretive Trail, about an hour’s drive northeast of Winnipeg, is home to a wheelchair-friendly and stroller-friendly boardwalk trail with signposts in both English and Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe). Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the trees and wetlands and learn about the ecological system that has thrived here for centuries.

22. Autumn is one of the best seasons for fishing in Manitoba, with fewer crowds and scenic fall foliage. Not only that, the reduced sunlight and cooler temperatures stimulate fish to move into shallower areas to feed and prepare for the cold months ahead. Take the kids along to fish for catfish on the Red River, greenback walleyes on Lake Winnipeg or lake trout on Lake Athapapuskow. Some fishing lodges throughout the province also offer family and group packages.

23. Plenty of mountain biking trails stay open well into the fall season. Head to the HyLife Back Forty Multi-Use Trail Park in Neepawa, the Northgate Trail system just outside Dauphin or Squirrel Hills Trail Park in Minnedosa.

24. Geocaching is a fantastic activity to get kids outside, work on navigation skills and get excited about the treasures they may find. Several geocaches are hidden around Manitoba, many in provincial parks, so get out there and start searching!

Parks, Wildlife & Unique Getaways

25. Manitoba is famous for its prairie skies. Make the most of it by going to one of FortWhyte Alive’s annual Sunset Goose Flights, where you can witness thousands of birds landing on Lake Devonian at sunset. Don’t forget the blankets and the hot chocolate!

26.Birds Hill Provincial Park is a fall lover’s dream! Feel the leaves crunch underfoot as you explore numerous kid-friendly hiking and biking trails such as Cedar Bog Trail, Chickadee Trail and Nimowin Trail.

27. Looking for an unforgettable holiday with the kiddos? Autumn is the prime time for polar bear viewing in Manitoba. Travel to Churchill for an adventure that’s sure to be talked about for years to come.

28. Similarly, fall is a fantastic time to see the polar bears at Assiniboine Park Zoo’s Journey to Churchill. The cooler temperatures mean the bears are more active, giving people a chance to see them play. Kids will love to see them splash and spar in the water!

29. Explore more of the north side of Whiteshell Provincial Park with a stay at Pinewood Lodge, perfect for groups of all shapes and sizes (and ages). Spend your days exploring nature and your evenings unwinding in the indoor saltwater pool.

30. Oak Hammock Marsh near Stonewall is an incredible spot to witness the migration of geese, ducks and shorebirds; immerse yourself in nature as you learn about Manitoba’s flora and fauna together. Friday Family Fly-Ins include a scavenger hunt, presentation, face painting and a sunset fly-in of ducks and geese.

31. Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba’s only national park with road access, is just as magnificent in autumn as it is in any other season. Take the kids to explore the outdoors along numerous family-friendly hiking and biking trails. The Ominik Marsh Trail in Wasagaming is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, and you can rent a “Scavenger Hunt/Marsh Kit” from the Friends of Riding Mountain National Park that will make the walk a highlight of your trip. They also offer fat bike rentals year-round.

Culture, Sports & Local Experiences

32. Honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by joining the 6th Annual Orange Shirt Day Healing Walk and Pow Wow starting at Oodena Circle on September 30, 2026. The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is also free that day, including a family-friendly learning game called Canoes and Rapids: Navigating Indigenous Knowledge

33. Enjoy Culture Days with the kids! From September 18 until October 4, 2026, celebrate arts and culture across the province at a series of events, workshops, festivals and more.

34. Enjoy onstage performances at the Manitoba Theatre for Young People this fall, including Jordan (October 2-11, 2026, ASL performance on October 10) or Peg and the Yeti (October 30 - November 8, 2026).

35. For many people, the fall season means one thing: hockey’s back! Check out the Manitoba Moose or Brandon Wheat Kings for some on-ice action that will have everyone cheering, or score tickets to one of the Winnipeg Jets’ preseason or regular-season games.

36. Bundle up and head to the Princess Auto Stadium to cheer on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers with the football fans in your family. Don’t forget to say hello to Buzz and Boomer!

37. As the temperature drops, it’s the perfect time to explore some of Manitoba’s best indoor museums. Children will especially enjoy the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden and the Children’s Museum and Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada in Winnipeg.

38. Pack a few notebooks and pencil crayons and visit a local art gallery so kids can try to recreate some of the art on display. Try Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq, the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba in Brandon or Prairie Fusion Arts and Entertainment in Portage la Prairie.

Fun Fall Day Trips and Activities

39. Gone are the summer crowds and traffic, making it an ideal time for a day trip with children. Hit the highway and check out amazing fall day trip destinations such as Pinawa Dam Provincial Park, Red River North or Notre Dame de Lourdes.

40. All aboard!Prairie Dog Central Railway has numerous all-ages train journeys this fall, with themes including Alice in Wonderland, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Super Mario and more.

41. Step into the game at Winnipeg’s top interactive venues. At Another World WPG, dive into immersive VR adventures, from haunted dance parties to post-apocalyptic missions. Or get moving at Activate Games, a gaming facility where you jump, climb and compete in real-time, tech-driven challenges.

42. Shop for locally made items at one of the province’s many fall craft markets, where there’s sure to be something for all ages.

43. It’s the perfect time of year for a weekend getaway. Head to one of the province’s many hotels that have an indoor pool so that the kiddos have just as much of a blast as you do! Examples include the Canad Inns locations in Portage la Prairie or Brandon, both of which have Splasher’s waterparks; Lakeview Hecla Resort also has a fun waterslide. Or check out Winnipeg’s Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre, where the Dino Beach Pool and Waterslide are sure to be a hit with kids.

44. Spend a day at the Manitoba Museum to explore the Museum Galleries, Science Gallery and Planetarium, an outing that’s both educational and entertaining. There’s plenty to keep all ages busy!

45. Rainy day? No worries! To burn off a bit of energy and have a lot of laughs, head to Lasertopia for laser tag, arcade games and more.

46. When the temperature feels a little chilly for a playground, try one of the province’s indoor play facilities. Try Hide n Seek in Winnipeg, Sharptooth Adventures in Morden or Playskape Family Entertainment Centre in Brandon.

47. For the ultimate family fun - and maybe a little bit of friendly competition - head to one of the province’s arcades and/or bowling alleys. Make your way to The Rec Room in Winnipeg, The Game Room in Thompson, or T-Birds or Fun n’ Games HQ in Brandon.

48. Diner and drive in season isn’t over just yet! Many iconic diners and drive ins around the province stay open until mid or late October. Hit the road in search of some of Manitoba’s best burgers and shakes, including stops such as Connie’s Drive In in Russell, Sonia’s Stand in Lockport and L&J’s Drive Inn in Treherne. Just call or check their social media for updated fall hours.

49. Métis Arts & Culture Day – Tales of the Red River (October 3, 2026) is held at Moon Gate Guest House in Whitemouth. This full-day event is an immersive experience that intertwines Métis storytelling, food and music, with optional add-ons such as beading and finger weaving. Older children will love the mix of history, culture and crafts.

50. Make it your mission to find the best autumn-inspired treat! Head to your local café or bakery to discover desserts and baked goods everyone will love, from apple crisp to gingersnaps to pumpkin spice cupcakes. Try Chez Angela in Brandon, High Tea Bakery in Winnipeg or Boulangerie St-Pierre in St. Pierre Jolys.

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