Learn how to canoe in a day with Northern Soul Wilderness Adventures

Race around the track or play minigolf at Thunder Rapids Amusement Park

Hit the bleachers and take in a Winnipeg Goldeyes baseball game or a Winnipeg Blue Bombers football game

See first hand the North American fascination with stock cars by watching the pros at Victory Lane Speedway

Or try the racing for yourself on the go-karts at Grand Prix Amusements.

If that's not fast enough, get out to the Winnipeg Skydiving Centre and experience  terminal velocity - $215 get you a tandem jump from 9000 feet!

On a hot day, cool down by getting your trunks wet at Fun Mountain Waterslide Park.

Explore the history of Manitoba and Canada at The Manitoba Museum.

Or for sports fans, how about the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum?

Learn about Winnipeg's boomtown history with an Exchange District Walking Tour.

Enjoy a PaddleWheel Cruise on the Red River, or enjoy dinner and/or dancing on the boat.

Events

The Ex runs from June 16-23 and is for all those who love rollercoasters, rides, games, and cotton candy.

The Winnipeg Folk Festival takes place from July 6 to 9 and features over 60 acts, many of them world-class.

Winnipeg's Fringe Theatre Festival offers up continuous entertainment between noon and midnight daily, from July 19-30.

Folklorama is the largest multicultural event of its kind in the world.  Definitely check this out if you're in the city from August 6-19.

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Other Hostels & Lodging

Bill's Guesthouse ($24/night pp): (204) 772-1272

University of Winnipeg ($30/night pp): (204)774-5519

Mayfair Place ($30/night pp): (204) 453-6980

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