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.
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.
First Friday Bike-Ins
Biking to the Exchange is easier than you think!
Learn the safest routes routes into downtown Winnipeg’s cultural heart with Bike Winnipeg for First Fridays in the Exchange! We cover a different neighbourhood each month to show you the best way to bike to the Exchange.
Latest Posts
No Sleep, Just Art. Your Guide to Nuit Blanche and Culture Days
Winnipeg’s favourite night of the year is just around the corner! Nuit Blanche returns to illuminate the night on September…
Riding Through Time: Natural Cycleworks Celebrates 25 Years in the Exchange
For 25 years, Natural Cycleworks has been a hub for the cycling community in the Exchange District. Founded by David…
Daanook Serves a Taste of Syria in Winnipeg’s Heart
In a cozy black and orange building on Albert Street, Daanook serves up Syrian food with a lot of heart.…
Upcoming Events
CaRaVaN at The Cube
CaRaVaN Open Mic + Open Stage is an open mic for all artistic styles and skill levels. Musicians, poets, writers,…
Culture Days Manitoba
Culture Days Manitoba is embracing a multi-week celebration from September 20 – October 13, 2024. Hundreds of free events will…
Artisthood
As a child I always felt I was able to express myself with art. Words were never my friend. Reading…
Nuit Blanche Winnipeg
Nuit Blanche Winnipeg is fast approaching! September 28th, 6pm – late, we are hosting an exciting night of contemporary art…
“Heaven and Earth” A Solo Exhibition by Manny Schulz
OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday October 3, 2024 6:00 – 9:00 pm 65 Albert St. Live Music and Refreshments Show Runs October…
First Friday Bike-In
Biking to the Exchange is easier than you think! Join us with Bike Winnipeg on the first Friday of each…
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.