Dr. Goodbear, Manitoba’s mascot for hope and healing, is inviting families to a beloved community celebration! Bring your Teddy Bear to the 36^th Teddy Bears’ Picnic presented by Johnston Group at Assiniboine Park Sunday, September 7 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm and the Teddy Bears’ Pancake Breakfast by IHOP beginning at 9:00 am.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic is a Winnipeg tradition started by a group of dedicated volunteers more than 36 years ago. The event will feature more than 20 activity tents, including the Dr. Goodbear Clinic put on by frontline staff from HSC Children’s Hospital, where kids’ teddy bears are triaged and go through a variety of medical tests and treatments including MRIs, X-rays, casting; and the I Want to be a Scientist tent put on by Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM) that encourages imagination in fun science-based activities and showcases how they can be used in medical settings.

Start the day in a delicious way by attending the Teddy Bears’ Pancake Breakfast by IHOP from 9:00 – 11:30 am! New this year: Purchase your $5 pancake breakfast tickets in advance online. Tickets will also be available to purchase in-person at Teddy Bears’ Picnic.

Also new this year: Pre-book your spots for the Dr. Goodbear Clinic and the I Want to be a Scientist tent! A limited number of spaces are available. Advance booking closes on August 31 or when spaces are filled. Walk up visits to both activities will still be available!

And don’t forget to purchase your Teddy Bears’ Picnic 50/50 tickets and support Manitoba’s only Children’s Hospital!

The 36th annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic features:

• Over 20 tents with fun activities for kids and caregivers to enjoy.
• The Dr. Goodbear Clinic, where kids’ teddy bears are triaged and can go through a variety of medical tests and treatments including MRIs, X-rays, casting and more. New this year is the ability to pre-book your bear’s appointment at goodbear.ca/TBPBookAppointment. Limited spots are available for pre-bookings. Walk-up visits will be available 9 am – 3 pm.
• The I Want to be a Scientist tent, put on by Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, with hands-on science and engaging kid-friendly activities. Limited spots are available for pre-bookings at goodbear.ca/TBPBookAppointment. Walk-up visits are welcome.
• Teddy Bears’ Picnic 50/50 draw supported by Food Fare – your chance to win big and give back. This is an online raffle and supporters do not need to be present to win. Plus, every ticket sold helps kids in Manitoba’s only children’s hospital. Tickets are available at goodbear.ca/5050. The winning ticket will be announced on our socials.
• Main stage entertainment generously sponsored by Endless Events, with performances from 9 am – 4 pm by Heather’s Pretty Parties character performance, Micah! Musique, Mason Hoop Dancers, The James Culleton Superfun Show, Manitoba Baton Twirling & Sportive Association, Royal Winnipeg Ballet creative movement class, and more!
• Kids’ activities like GellyBall, face painting, special character visits, crafts, Teddy’s ball pit, Winnipeg Blue Bombers – Grey Cup Tour Activation brought by Archevent, Lux Box, Winnipeg Sea Bears and more!

Plan your day:

• Free entertainment and activity tents for families to enjoy.
• Teddy Bears’ Pancake Breakfast by IHOP runs from 9 am to 11:30 am and is $5 per breakfast. Cash, credit and debit accepted. Or purchase your meal in advance online at goodbear.ca/TBPBreakfastTickets.
• Lunch food purchase options include local food trucks onsite and the Assiniboine Park snack shack. Cash, credit and debit accepted. Or pack your own picnic lunch and a blanket or chairs!
• Iconic Dr. Goodbear stuffies, bear ears, pins, socks and more are available for purchase at the Dr. Goodbear Store. 100% of proceeds from Dr. Goodbear merchandise supports kids needing Manitoba’s only Children’s Hospital.
• Site maps with descriptions and locations for all activities and tents are available at the information tents onsite.

Park and ride locations include:

• St. Paul’s High School at 2200 Grant Ave.
• Shaftesbury High School at 2240 Grant Ave.
• The Assiniboine Park Trolley will also be running on a loop within Assiniboine Park every 30 minutes from 6 am to 6 pm.

Last year, Teddy Bears’ Picnic came back after a “paws” and was a huge success thanks to our dedicated supporters and sponsors!

The Foundation is thankful for generous sponsors who help keep Teddy Bears’ Picnic programming free for Manitoba families making this annual event a success.