ALLEYWAYS LOUNGE
2025-06-20 17:00 (America/Winnipeg) | 100 Arthur St., 100 Arthur St., Winnipeg, R3B1H3
Join us in the Artspace Drayway on Friday July 19th for the second instalment of ALLEYWAYS In the Exchange 2024
5pm – 10pm
Drayway at 100 Arthur St
Bar featuring Nonsuch and Patent 5 products
Free entry!

Alleyways Lounge is part of Alleyways in the Exchange, a monthly summer event that explores different alleys in the Exchange District though audio and dance performances, a makers’ market and art lounge.
Friday, June 20 | Friday, July 18 | Friday, August 22

ALLEYWAYS MARKET
2025-06-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Elgin Ave. & Bertha St., Elgin Ave. & Bertha St., Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
In partnership with The Exchange District BIZ, Alleyways Market is a distinctly Exchange take on summer markets! Part maker pop-up & part food market, the outdoor market will be set up over 3 Fridays this summer just behind the Concert Hall. In tandem with Alleyways in the Exchange, the Alleyways Market is set up once a month from 5pm to 10pm on the 2nd last Friday evening throughout June, July and August.
The alleyways of Elgin Ave. & Bertha st. will be filled with an enjoyable mix of handmade goods, ready to eat snacks and fresh, locally produced food to take home. This market is well known for its amazing summer night vibe that is a popular favourite with both the neighbourhood, vendors and beyond!
Friday, June 20 | Friday, July 18 | Friday, August 22
Alleyways Market is part of Alleyways in the Exchange, a monthly summer event that explores different alleys in the Exchange District though audio and dance performances, a makers’ market and art lounge.

ALLEYWAYS TANGO
2025-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | 65 Albert St, Albert Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 1G3, Canada
Get carried away by the rhythm as an unassuming Albert St lane transforms into a dynamic dance floor. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a curious spectator, experience the fervor of classic Argentinian tango dancing with Tango Nuevo Winnipeg.
5-10pm
In the alley next to 65 Albert St
Alleyways Tango is part of Alleyways in the Exchange, a monthly summer event that explores different alleys in the Exchange District though audio and dance performances, a makers’ market and art lounge.
Friday, June 20 | Friday, July 18 | Friday, August 22

ALLEYWAYS SOUNDS
2025-06-20 19:30 | 189 Bannatyne Ave, Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 0R4, Canada
Free and outdoors at 7pm!
Alleyways Sounds is part of Alleyways in the Exchange, a monthly summer event that explores different alleys in the Exchange District though audio and dance performances, a makers’ market and art lounge.
Friday, June 20 | Friday, July 18 | Friday, August 22

201 Talks: Mindfulness For Work and Productivity
2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Conference Centre, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, R3B 3K6
Take a mindful break from your busy workday and discover how a few simple techniques can improve focus, productivity, and well-being.
In just 60 minutes, learn how mindfulness can help you work smarter—not harder—so you can feel more engaged, energized, and effective at work.

Exchange Summer Fitness - Bootcamp at the 201 Portage Plaza
2025-06-25 12:00 - 12:45 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
BOOTCAMP: Get ready to move, sweat and have fun training outdoors! These full-body workouts will incorporate functional movement using minimal equipment while building strength and improving your fitness. All you need is a water bottle and a mat or towel to participate, all levels are welcome!
Location – 201 Portage Plaza
Break up your day and join the Exchange District BIZ and Sport Manitoba Fitness Centre for FREE fitness classes three times a week.

Full Schedule: https://exchangedistrict.org/summerfitness/

Savour the Exchange Food Tour
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-02 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-09 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-23 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-30 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-06 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-13 18:00 - 20:30 and 1 more date | The Exchange District, The Exchange
Home to over 50 unique local restaurants, the Exchange District is an inspired community of culinary creativity. Savour a few of these one-of-a-kind dining experiences on a food tour hosted by the Exchange District BIZ.
On this year’s food tour you will sample drinks and delicacies at Blu Fish, Amsterdam Tea Room, and Deer + Almond.
Tours run on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer, from 6pm to 8.30pm. Advance booking is required.

201 Summer Concert: HAVS ft. Ruiz
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon to 1 pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
HAVS – HAVS is an alternative R&B/Pop singer, songwriter, and producer known for her ethereal vocals and genre-defying sound. With a fluid approach and a magnetic honesty that defines her sound, she blends strong R&B influences with evocative storytelling to deeply resonate with listeners. Her self-written songs are crafted to inspire connection and self-alignment, harnessing the power of words and melodies to create vivid, immersive worlds.
RUIZ – Terence Ruiz is a Producer, Songwriter, and Audio Engineer at Private Ear Recording. Ruiz started in the basement, a teenager piecing together a home studio with a love for Rap music. Over the years, Ruiz continues to bring a certain edge that feels homegrown, and you can feel that energy when Ruiz steps on stage. More recently, he opened CTRL Space Records as a co-owner along with Derek Benjamin. Terence has been working with hundreds of artists over the past decade to develop his skills as a Producer, Engineer & Writer to be able to leave clients happy when they receive a finished piece of work. Although he started learning and working on his own music, he quickly made a buzz in the music scene, which connected him with many like-minded individuals who wanted to work and create something special.

FIRST FRIDAYS in the EXCHANGE
2025-07-04 17:00 - 21:00 | The Exchange District, The Exchange
On the 1st Friday of each month, Galleries, Artist-Run Centres, Studios, Shops + Museums stay open late at this free event in Winnipeg’s Exchange District.
On July 4, with over 51 Arts and Culture destinations, make the night the way you want it to be!
The link takes you to the What’s ON page with all the fine details and images + the printable Tour Map.
Enjoy!

ART TALK/ART WALK: Rooted in Resourcefulness
2025-07-04 17:30 - 21:00 | 100 Arthur St., 100 Arthur St., Winnipeg, R3B1H3
ART TALK/ART WALK is a series of monthly informal, moderated, 45 minute Art Talks followed by a guided Art Walk to a selection of galleries, artist-run centres and artist studios open late for First Fridays in the Exchange.
On July 4:
Moneca Sinclaire, a Nehinan (Swampy Cree) artist from Northern Manitoba, transforms discarded materials into vibrant works of art inspired by the teachings of her Nohkom (grandmother). Her sustainable practice blends ancestral knowledge with contemporary methods, inviting all ages to see beauty in what we often overlook. Moneca’s work is a celebration of creativity, culture, and care for the Earth.

Cross Portage and Main with US!
2025-07-08 11:00 - 2025-07-09 14:00 | Portage and Main, 201 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
On Tuesday, July 8, we’re coming together with partners from all four corners of Winnipeg’s most iconic intersection for an afternoon celebrating culture, community and connection, featuring a group high-five with an aerial photo and custom public arches by Storefront Manitoba.Enjoy a range of activities across the intersection:

Group high-five + aerial photo at 12:30 PM (gather at 12:15 to coordinate)
201 Portage: Meet the Winnipeg Goldeyes and Goldie, games and giveaways
Richardson Plaza: MadeHere Market, Humane Society dogs, trivia, Downtown Sounds Concert Series featuring The Love Letters, and Fairmont’s Back Door Burgers
333 Main (MMF): Guided walking tours every 30 minutes, an indoor museum exhibit, and a beadwork photo wall
All Four Corners: Steel arches symbolizing portals and the four elements

We hope to see you there!

Winnipeg Goldeyes Meet & Greet at 201 Portage!
2025-07-08 11:30 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Step up to the plate for an afternoon of fun! The Winnipeg Goldeyes are coming to 201 Portage for a special Meet & Greet event you won’t want to miss.
Join us on the plaza for a fun-filled afternoon featuring:
📸 Autographs and photos with members of Winnipeg Goldeyes team
🎁 Prizes and giveaways
🍿 Free popcorn
🎯 Yard games
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just in it for the summer vibes—bring your friends, bring your family, and don’t miss out on the fun!

201 Summer Concert: Peg-City Brass
2025-07-10 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon to 1 pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
The Peg-City Brass 5tet is a Winnipeg-based brass quintet committed to sharing the artistry of brass music across Manitoba. With a focus on both performance and education, they engage audiences through concerts, workshops, and outreach programs, aiming to make high-quality brass music more accessible and inspire the next generation of musicians.
The quintet includes trumpetists Justine Auger and Daniel Lehmann, hornist Rachel Côté, trombonist Eric Prodger, and tubist Justin Hickmott. Together, they bring experience from leading Canadian orchestras like the Winnipeg Symphony and Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, and have performed at renowned festivals such as Tanglewood and the National Youth Orchestra of Canada.
Rooted in a love for chamber music, the group brings brass to schools, small communities, and new listeners. With French-speaking members, they also connect with Winnipeg’s Francophone audience, offering bilingual programming and educational outreach.
Through masterclasses, performances, and workshops, Peg-City Brass strives to keep brass music vibrant and accessible in Manitoba’s musical landscape.

201 Portage Presents: Mini Market on the Plaza
2025-07-15 11:00 - 14:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us on Tuesday, July 15, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a delightful showcase of local vendors and artisans. In the event of rain or extreme heat, we’ll relocate indoors to the Concourse/Conference Centre. Be sure to check them out and find unique goodies and treats!
Here’s a peek at who will be there:
• Anishinaabe Bakes
• BAAARKEY Bites & Boards *TBD
• Boho Styled Jewelry
• Colour Me AAArtsy *TBD
• CJ Bakes
• Fifth Avenue Jewelry Collection
• Golden Bay Honey
• Hippie Lane Designs
• Out of the Oven Treats
• The Missing Ingredient
• Transcona Crystal Lady
• Tupperware Lady
• Rooted in Saas (3D printing)
…and our friendly neighbours from
• Simply Recycle Manitoba
Don’t miss out! See you there! 🎉

201 Summer Concert: Doug McArthur
2025-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon to 1 pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
An insatiable desire to write and perform music has always driven Doug McArthur, a prairie-born singer-songwriter with a voice that stops people in their tracks and hooks that refuse to leave your head. Over the years, he’s been the frontman and creative force behind rock bands Broken Halo and Soapbox, written and released two albums and an EP, and toured Western Canada, playing everything from festival stages to packed headlining shows.
When YouTuber samuraiguitarist released a cover of “Pinball Wizard” featuring Doug on vocals, it didn’t just turn heads—it caught the attention of The Who themselves. He was invited to sing backing vocals live with rock legends Heart and has shared the stage with The Trews, The Tea Party, Sum 41, ZZ Top, and more. His band Broken Halo won the Power 97 Class of 2010 with their single “Rooftops.”
Doug is now performing as a solo act. He released his debut solo single, Hermit Phase, produced by Rusty Robot (Waking Eyes, Imaginary Cities) and its follow-up, Draw The Line, in 2023. Next came an EP in 2024, featuring a remix of Draw The Line produced by Lana Winterhalt and a live version of Magic recorded at Fairy Ring Studios (Slow Spirit).

201 Summer Concert: CAR287
2025-07-24 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon to 1 pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
Where plaid shirts meet leather jackets and Lululemons, you’ll find CAR287—a band that defies genre gravity. With influences ranging from Muse to The Tragically Hip (with John Fogerty somewhere in between), this Winnipeg-born group started in 2014 as a basement cover band and grew into a powerhouse of original rock.
After years of gigs—from backyard BBQs to full-blown galas—and a pandemic-fueled writing spree, they ditched the covers and cracked open a Pandora’s box of riffs, hooks, and unexpected lyrical turns. Their debut album Through the Lens, dropping September 20, 2025, is a genre-blending journey recorded at Winnipeg’s iconic Private Ear Studios.
Expect booming vocals (Jay), ripping solos (Travis), thunderous bass (Terry), and relentless drums (Ryan). CAR287 is living proof that cover bands can evolve – and no, they won’t play Here for a Good Time (again), even though it’s a good song.

201 Summer Concert: FERNANDA
2025-07-31 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon to 1 pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
A voice like a prayer, a spirit like the wind—FERNANDA wanders the deer trails between earth and sky, exploring the realm of alternative folk, blues, and folktronica.
Storyteller, singer-songwriter, sound artist, and performer—FERNANDA’s inspiration flows from folk culture, mysticism, and the rhythms of nature. Her music echoes across the wilderness of the heart, stirring something primal and timeless within.
Guided by dreams, ancestors, and nature, FERNANDA sings the song of remembering—an invitation to return to the truth of who we are.

FIRST FRIDAYS in the EXCHANGE
2025-08-01 17:00 - 21:00 | The Exchange District, The Exchange
Midsummer magic is afoot in the heart of your city on First Friday, August 1!
On the 1st Friday of each month, Galleries, Artist-Run Centres, Studios, Shops + Museums stay open late at this free event in Winnipeg’s Exchange District.
The link takes you to What’s ON💥 with all the details, images, and printable Tour Map!

201 Summer Concert: Mitchell Makoons
2025-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon-1pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
Mitchell Makoons (he/him) is a Roots/Rock musician from Brandon, Manitoba, who currently resides in Winnipeg. At the age of seven, Mitchell began playing the guitar to accompany his grandfather and brother as they played Metis fiddle tunes. Makoons continues to be an active member of the Manitoba Metis community and writes songs that combine traditional Ojibway music and culture with modern influences. In 2024 he was named the Manitoba Country Music Awards “Emerging Artist of The Year.”

Send + Receive presents: Bill Orcutt w/ Deep Grey and Hazel Fog
2025-08-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Royal Albert Arms, 48 Albert St, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 1E7, Canada
On August 8th, 2025, send + receive and Disaster Sources present the scalding lyricism of guitarist Bill Orcutt, alongside peals of noise from Deep Grey and the magnetic abstraction of Hazel Fog.
The show takes place at the hallowed Royal Albert Arms (48 Albert Street) and music starts at 8:00pm. Tickets are $30 and on sale now at the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1462460451579?aff=oddtdtcreator

201 Summer Concert: The Steve Kiz Band
2025-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | 201 Portage Plaza, 201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3K6, Canada
Join us at the 201 Portage Plaza on Thursdays in June, July, and August for our summer concert series from noon-1pm. (Rain location: 201 Concourse).
In partnership with Folklorama, The Steve Kiz Band will be performing a lively mix of traditional German and Ukrainian music, featuring upbeat accordion-driven tunes, polkas, waltzes, and festive folk melodies. Drawing on decades of experience with Folklorama and multicultural music ensembles, his performance promises an energetic and culturally rich celebration of these two vibrant musical traditions.

Bodies Politic: An Art Party
2025-08-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Saddlery on Market, 114 Market Ave, Winnipeg, R3B 0P4
Theatre Projects Manitoba invites you to join us for our first Art Party of the season!
When: August 19, 2025. 8:00pm – 10:00pm, doors at 7:30.
Where: Saddlery on Market, 114 Market Ave.
On August 19th, Theatre Projects Manitoba is partnering with We Quit Theatre and Cluster Festival to host a night of fun experimental performance and music to celebrate TPM’s upcoming production of The Only Good Indian by Pandemic Theatre, and WQT’s production GLORY!
Inspired by the intersection of personal and political themes that power both shows, Bodies Politic is an interdisciplinary Art Party featuring an interactive digital performance “The Offices Yet to Come” by WQT and an original musical performance curated by Cluster Festival director Ashley Au.
Also featuring: free refreshments, and cash bar open throughout the evening!
Tickets are $5 (or FREE for Season Pass Holders) and can be purchased at the door.
Advance tickets are on sale below and will close at 7:00pm day-of.
