Teddy Bears’ Picnic Winnipeg: Everything Parents Need to Know (Plus Why We Love Supporting It)
Every year, thousands of Manitoba families gather at Assiniboine Park for one of Winnipeg’s most beloved family traditions, the Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Whether it’s your child’s first visit or an annual family tradition, it’s a day filled with fun, learning, and community spirit.
At Better Beyond Rehab, we’re incredibly proud to be a sponsor of this year’s Teddy Bears’ Picnic. As a pediatric-focused rehabilitation clinic, supporting an event that helps children feel comfortable around healthcare is something we truly believe in.
What is the Teddy Bears’ Picnic?
The Teddy Bears’ Picnic is a free family event organized by the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. Families bring their favourite stuffed animals to “visit” the famous Dr. Goodbear Clinic, where teddy bears receive pretend medical care including X-rays, casts, surgery, and more, all designed to make healthcare less scary for children. The event also features live entertainment, games, educational exhibits, food, and activities for kids of all ages.
Over the years, it has become one of Winnipeg’s largest family events, welcoming tens of thousands of visitors while raising awareness and support for Manitoba’s only children’s hospital.
Why Events Like This Matter
Many children feel anxious before seeing a doctor, physiotherapist, or visiting a hospital.
Events like the Teddy Bears’ Picnic allow children to:
Explore healthcare through play.
Meet healthcare professionals in a relaxed environment.
Ask questions without fear.
Build confidence before they ever need medical care.
Learn that hospitals and clinics are places where people help them feel better.
Research consistently shows that reducing anxiety around healthcare can make future appointments much easier for both children and parents.
Visit Better Beyond Rehab’s Physio-Bear Tent!
This year we’re excited to have our own Better Beyond Rehab Physio Tent near the Dr. Goodbear area. Our physiotherapists will be helping children discover how physiotherapy keeps kids healthy, active, and moving well.
Come by to:
Meet our physiotherapy team.
Learn about how physiotherapists help children recover from injuries.
Participate in fun movement activities.
Ask questions about your child’s development, sports injuries, or physical concerns.
Enter our draw to win a giant teddy bear!
We believe healthcare should be fun, approachable, and positive—and we can’t wait to meet everyone.
When Should Your Child See a Physiotherapist?
Many parents are surprised to learn physiotherapists help with much more than sports injuries.
We commonly see children with:
Sports injuries
Balance or coordination issues
Developmental delays
Muscle weakness
Early assessment can often prevent small issues from becoming larger problems.
If you’ve been wondering whether your child could benefit from physiotherapy, we’d be happy to answer your questions during the event.
Come Say Hello!
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or you’ve been attending for years, the Teddy Bears’ Picnic is one of the best family events Winnipeg has to offer.
Bring your favourite teddy bear, enjoy a day of fun, and don’t forget to stop by the Better Beyond Rehab Physio Tent to say hello.
We look forward to meeting your family!
Event Information
Teddy Bears’ Picnic
📍 Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission is free, and everyone is encouraged to bring their favourite teddy bear!
