Things to do in Gimli this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Gimli this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Gimli
Gimli Harbour & Beach
FamilyLakeshore
Long sandy beach with the famous Viking statue.
Gimli Viking Statue
CultureHarbour Park
Five-metre Norse warrior watching over the lake.
New Iceland Heritage Museum
CultureWaterfront Centre
Story of the Icelandic settlers of Lake Winnipeg.
Gimli Film Festival Beach Screen
CultureBeach
Outdoor films projected on the lake.
Lake Winnipeg Sailing
OutdoorsHarbour
Rentals and lessons all summer long.
Ice Fishing on Lake Winnipeg
OutdoorsOffshore
Guided huts for trophy walleye and pickerel.
Where to eat
Seagull's Restaurant
$$Diner / Seafood · Lakeshore
Pickerel fillets with a lake view since 1972.
Brennivín Pizza Compania
$$Wood-fired pizza · Centre St
Icelandic-named pies and craft beer.
Lake House Restaurant
$$$Modern Canadian · Lakeview Resort
Sunset dining over Lake Winnipeg.
Beach Boy Restaurant
$Casual / Burgers · Centre St
Summer staple — fries, shakes, soft serve.
Live & on stage
Íslendingadagurinn (Icelandic Festival)
Gimli Park · Aug 1–4 · Heritage Festival
Gimli Film Festival
Beach + Aspire Theatre · Jul 23–27 · Film
Gimli Ice Festival
Harbour · Mar 7–8 · Winter Festival
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Gimli Harbour & Beach, Gimli Viking Statue, New Iceland Heritage Museum. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.