Welcome to the Exchange District
National Historic Site and arts and cultural district in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Restaurants, galleries, boutiques and so much more.
Hot Beverage Week
Sip your way through the culinary excellence of the neighbourhood.
You’ve got a whole week to savour these delightful creations and cast your vote for your absolute favourite of the 20 participating locations below starting December 1st!
Shop Local, Shop the Exchange
Small Business Saturday is coming to the Exchange on November 30th.
The Exchange District has more than 40 one-of-a-kind local retailers within a 10-minute walk. This year, we’re making it easy to shop local all season long with a sweet neighbourhood-wide campaign.
Getting Around
Whether you’re cycling, walking, driving or on public transit, it’s easy to find your way. Wherever you start your visit in our 20-square-block district, your destination is less than a 10-minute walk away!
Eat + Drink
The Exchange offers a culinary experience like no other. Check out some of Winnipeg’s most popular local restaurants, bars and cafés that take pride in standing out.
Shop the Exchange
The Exchange District is Winnipeg’s premier local and independent shopping destination with more than 40 one-of-a-kind retailers within a 10-minute cobblestoned walk.
Latest Posts
Tattoo Shops in the Exchange
As the arts and culture hub of Winnipeg, it’s no surprise that the Exchange District is also a thriving hotspot…
2024 AGM Executive Director + Board Chair Address
Cities love their metaphors and catchphrases – innovation districts, cultural hubs, creative corridors. But what makes the Exchange District special…
Decades in the Making: Celebrating the Exchange District’s Iconic Small Businesses
The Exchange District has long been a beacon of creativity and a hub for local, independent businesses. These small businesses…
Upcoming Events
The Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival presents Chase Padgett: A 6 String Christmas
A fun & funny musical romp through classic Christmas tunes! Chase Padgett brings his prodigious talents as a singer, guitarist,…
Holiday Season at Soul Gallery
Join us at Soul Gallery from 1 – 4pm for a beautifully festive experience accompanied by live music and refreshments.…
Breath Work + Sound Bath
Join us at 66 King St for a transformative experience exploring the scientifically-supported benefits of breath work and sound therapy.…
luckygirl holiday POP UP
We are excited to usher in the holiday season by inviting you to #shoplocal and support the 150 local makers…
Waitress
“A little slice of heaven” – Entertainment Weekly Jenna is a small town waitress with a passion for baking pies.…
Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Retrospective
by Earl Rina. Thursday, January 9 to Tuesday January 21, 2025 Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm. Meet the Artist…
Future of the Exchange
The Exchange District reflects Winnipeg’s past while shining a light on its future potential as a sustainable and creative city.
Together with the Winnipeg City Council adopted Exchange District Plan 2022, the Exchange District Community Investment Strategy, sets the course to transform the area into Canada’s most walkable and successful urban neighbourhood.
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