City news in brief — week of Dec. 24, 2025
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The Forks to host free New Year’s Day programs
On Jan. 1, 2026, the Forks will be offering a full day of free, family friendly activities to kick off its Learn to Winter program.
“New Year’s Day at The Forks is about coming together and celebrating winter as a community,” said Sara Stasiuk, president andCEOof The Forks, in a statement. “It reflects how people already use the site in winter, whether they are skating, walking, spending time outdoors or grabbing a warm drink in the market. The day brings those everyday activities into focus and sets the tone for the season ahead.”
Beginning at 9 a.m. and running through 8 p.m., activities will include face painting, storytelling, live music, karaoke, drag performances, yoga, fitness classes, skating lessons, and more outdoor fun.
On Dec. 31, the Forks Market will be open regular operating hours, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
For more information, including schedule of Learn to Winter programs, visit theforks.com
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Zion Koncan skated on the Nestaweya River Trail on New Year’s Day at The Forks in 2025 and he’ll hopefully be there again on Jan. 1, 2026, as Winnipeg’s meeting place will be offering free activities all day long.