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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.

Winnipeg's Original Downtown

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.

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…

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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…

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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…

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Upcoming Events

The Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival presents Chase Padgett: A 6 String Christmas

December 7 @ 7:30 pm9:30 pm

A fun & funny musical romp through classic Christmas tunes! Chase Padgett brings his prodigious talents as a singer, guitarist,…

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Holiday Season at Soul Gallery

December 14 @ 1:00 pm4:00 pm

Join us at Soul Gallery from 1 – 4pm for a beautifully festive experience accompanied by live music and refreshments.…

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Breath Work + Sound Bath

December 14 @ 7:00 pm8:15 pm

Join us at 66 King St for a transformative experience exploring the scientifically-supported benefits of breath work and sound therapy.…

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luckygirl holiday POP UP

December 15 @ 11:00 am5:00 pm

We are excited to usher in the holiday season by inviting you to #shoplocal and support the 150 local makers…

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Waitress

January 7, 2025 @ 7:30 pmFebruary 1, 2025 @ 4:00 pm

“A little slice of heaven” – Entertainment Weekly Jenna is a small town waitress with a passion for baking pies.…

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Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Retrospective

January 9, 2025 @ 11:00 amJanuary 21, 2025 @ 5:00 pm

by Earl Rina. Thursday, January 9 to Tuesday January 21, 2025 Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm. Meet the Artist…

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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.