Temperatures are on the rise in Winnipeg and kids 12 & under still get free admission at Assiniboine Park Zoo this weekend! Make the most of the last couple of days of winter break and enjoy some family fun at the Zoo!! #assiniboineparkzoo #winnipeg #exploremb

Starting the weekend off right at the Park Café in the beautiful Qualico Family Centre. Eggs Benny for the win! 😋🍳 - - - - - - #parkcafe #assiniboinepark #pegcitygrub #eggsbenedict

In case you missed it, APC is hosting its first all day yoga workshop with Becky Watson next month! Register for either Saturday, Feb. 10 or Sunday, Feb. 11 from 9 am to 4 pm. Recharge and begin the day with a morning flow yoga practice Self-care rituals, a supportive circle of like-minded individuals, journaling, essential oils, and meditation practices will transpire throughout the day. Investment in self is $125.

Here’s looking at you, kid! Speaking of kids.... 😂 12 & under still get in free until (and inclusive of) January 7! The temps are on the rise this weekend too, perfect for family fun at Assiniboine Park Zoo! Photo by @davecobb #assiniboineparkzoo #exploremb#onlyinthepeg

New year, same you, new skills! Join us for one of our upcoming interactive, fun and educational workshops and take some new skills home with you. Whether it's creating your own natural fizzy drinks, growing an indoor FRESH herb garden, taking some time for self care, or indulging in cheese paired with honey, Assiniboine Park's programming team have created a well curated menu of DIY and creative arts workshops for you to enjoy. Learn more and regsiter on our website: https://assiniboinepark.ca/park-landing/home/learn-play/programs-for-adults Here's what we have coming your way in 2018: INDOOR HERB GARDENS with Sage Garden Herbs Wednesday, February 7, 7-9 pm Fee: $55 + GST FIZZY FERMENTATION: Herbal Sodas And Drinks Thursday, February 8, 7-9 pm Fee: $40 + GST METIS BEADWORK MEDALLION WORKSHOP Saturday, February 10, 10 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $40 + GST SELF CARE YOGA WORKSHOP with Rebecca Watson Saturday, Feb 10 or Sunday, Feb 11, 9 am - 4 pm Fee: $125 HONEY HARVESTING AND CHEESE TASTING with Beeproject Apiaries Thursday, February 22, 7-9 PM Fee: $45 + GST SPRING WREATH WORKSHOP with Front Door Stories Wednesday, March 14, 7-9 pm Fee: $60 + GST

Assiniboine Park Zoo will be closed from January 15 to 21 for maintenance. As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering excellent visitor experiences, the Zoo will be closed to the public from Monday January 15 through to Sunday January 21, 2018 to conduct major maintenance, deep cleaning, and building refreshes throughout the property. The Zoo will re-open at 9 a.m. on Monday January 22, 2018. Work planned for the closure week includes painting, re-finishing floors and deep cleaning in exhibits, back of house areas, and public buildings including Gateway to the Arctic, Tundra Grill, and others.

Happy new year, everyone! The Zoo is open regular hours today (9 am to 4 pm) and kids receive F R E E Zoo admission until January 7. Check out our website for daily activities and Keeper Talks: https://assiniboinepark.ca/zoo/home/plan-your-visit/upcomingevents

Wishing you all a safe and happy new year! As a reminder, the Zoo, The Park Cafe, The Pavilion and the Conservatory are all open regular business hours on New Year's Day.

The Breakfast Sandwich at The Park Café. 😋 With all day breakfast served, you can enjoy it for breakfast or lunch! The Park Café in the Qualico Family Cantre is open daily from 8 am to 4 pm - including New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day! 💥💥 #assiniboinepark #parkcafe #pegcitygrub

UPDATE - WINTER CAMP IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT. PLEASE JOIN US ON FEBRUARY 2 FOR OUR NEXT IN-SERVICE DAY CAMP! Looking for something fun for the kids to do for their second week of school break? Register for ZOO CAMP! Campers will kick off the new year exploring nature, learning about animals, playing games, and making new friends. Each day, we will enjoy indoor and outdoor activities (weather permitting), and try to make time for skating and/or sledding. Campers who wish to skate must bring their own skates and a helmet. Sign up for the 4-day week or just the days you need. https://assiniboinepark.ca/zoo/home/learn-play/zoo-camp WEEKLY FEE: $180 + GST (members save 10%) DAILY FEE: $50 + GST (member save 10%) DROP-OFF: 8:00 – 9:00 am at the Qualico Family Centre PICK-UP: 4:00 – 5:00 pm at the Qualico Family Centre

RUN FOR THE BEARS - SUNDAY, MARCH 4 Join us for the 3rd annual Polar Bear Run at Assiniboine Park and support the work of the Assiniboine Park Zoo's Polar Bear Rescue Team. REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! https://assiniboinepark.ca/zoo/home/support/polar-bear-run THE FIRST 30 PEOPLE TO REGISTER WILL RECEIVE A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE THE MANITOBA MOOSE TAKE ON THE IOWA WILD ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 14 AT 2:00 PM. This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages and includes a 10 km run, 5 km run and 3 km walk through a portion of the Park and Zoo. Registration includes a FREE post-race pancake breakfast in the toasty warm polar bear den (heated event tent), a Polar Bear Run neck warmer, and a coupon for 25% off admission to the Zoo!

Nose to nose this holiday season! Kids 12 and under receive FREE ZOO ADMISSION until January 7! Open regular hours (9 am to 4 pm) on New Year's Eve and New Year's day. Check out our website for daily actvities and Keeper Talks: https://assiniboinepark.ca/zoo/home/plan-your-visit/upcomingevents