Active fun - fall
Want your kids to burn off some energy while having fun as a family? Give one of these activities a try!
Amusement parks
Thunder Rapids
5058 Portage Ave., Headingley
Kids can take the wheel with go-karts and bumper boats, or challenge parents to a game of mini golf. Batting cages, an outdoor jungle gym, concession and arcade round out your visit.
Ice skating
City of Winnipeg public skating
Throughout Winnipeg
Enjoy free public skating at 13 arenas across Winnipeg. Check the link before visiting, as times and dates are subject to change.
Paintball
Delta Force Paintball Winnipeg
135 Murdock Rd., Winnipeg
With scenarios like the high-paced Speedball or the strategic Tropic Thunder and Prison Break, Delta Force Paintball has fun options for players aged eight and up.
Splatters Paintball
24131 PR 311, New Bothwell
Splatters Paintball has multiple props, such as a giant castle, helicopter and a real fire truck on a 40-acre (161,874-metre) paintball field. Low-impact play and bubble ball are also offered.
Skate parks
Kristopher Campbell Memorial Skate Plaza
908 Princess Ave., Brandon
This skate park, built in memory of a teen skateboarder from Brandon, was built directly over the foundation of the former Prince Edward Hotel.
Michael Komenda Memorial Skate Park
4230 Ridgewood Ave. (Marj Edey Park, behind Varsity View Sportsplex), Winnipeg
A large and diverse skate park honouring the life of a Winnipeg teen skateboarder. This skatepark has multiple bowls and ramps to suit various ages and skill levels.
The Plaza at The Forks
25 Forks Market Rd., Winnipeg
Canada’s largest urban skate plaza and bowl complex, which caters to all skill levels. Shaded areas and benches make great spots for parents and kids alike to take a break.
More skate parks:
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The Bridge Skate Park - 136 10 Ave. NW, Altona
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Carman Skate Park - King's Park, Carman
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D Town Plaza Skate Park - 1st Ave. SW, Dauphin
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Dugald Skate Park - 544 Holland St. (Dugald Community Club), Dugald
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Flin Flon Skate Park - Green St. (next to Hapnot Collegiate), Flin Flon
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Gimli Skate Park - Centennial Rd. (next to Gimli Rec Centre), Gimli
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Kleefeld Skate Park - 100 Park Ave., Kleefeld
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Lorette Skate Park - 1420 Dawson Rd. (Lorette Community Complex), Lorette
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BSI Skate Plaza - 1st St. & Wardrop St., Morden
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Selkirk Skate Park - 486 Eveline St., Selkirk
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North End Skate Park - 41 Cedar Ave. E, Souris
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Ste. Anne Skate Park - 55 Arena Rd., Ste. Anne
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Steinbach Skate Park - Across from 220 Lumber Ave., Steinbach
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Swan River Skate Park - 4th Ave. N (off Main St.), Swan River
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Thompson Skate Park - 137 Nelson Rd., Thompson
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Pine Ridge Skate Plaza - 15th St. & Grandeur Ave., Winkler