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.
Latest Posts
Placemaking in the Exchange
A stroll through the Exchange District is a feast for the eyes as you walk past historic buildings, landmarks, parks,…
Sho Coffee & Bar Brings a Touch of Europe to the Exchange
This spring, Sho Coffee & Bar opened its doors in the Exchange District with a mission to bring a European-style…
529: A Legacy Moves Uptown
When it comes to fine dining in Winnipeg, 529 Wellington is synonymous with fine dining and unforgettable experiences. Building on…
Upcoming Events
201 Talks: Financial Literacy – A Lifelong Skill for You and Your Family
Join us for an engaging presentation on financial literacy, featuring Spencer Vermette, Investment Advisor at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth. Discover the…
Pen Party
Join us on Thursday, November 7th, for our annual Pen Party at U.N. Luggage! From 5:00pm to 9:00pm, immerse yourself…
The Recipe
“I figured pants don’t need a man in them to run a farm.” – Oata After a whirlwind romance, Oata…
GISELLE PRESENTED BY CANADA’S ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLET
“classical ballet in its finest hour… a timeless story of love, fantasy and mortal angst.” Widely considered the pinnacle of…
“Wild Gardens” Art Exhibition by Rhian Brynjolson at 210 Gallery
We’re excited to announce the upcoming exhibition “Wild Gardens — Paintings from the Forest Edge” by Rhian Brynjolson, coming to…
Linear Threads
A mother-daughter exhibition, Kathleen Black & Elowen Megan November 14 – 26, 2024 “Linear Threads”- a mother-daughter fibre odyssey. Artists…
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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