Coffee Shops in the Exchange
As the crisp fall air sets in, there’s no better way to warm your day than with a cozy cup of coffee. The Exchange District is brimming with fantastic spots to get a quick caffeine…
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Artbeat Studio Celebrates 20 Years of Empowering Mental Health Through Art
In a bright, open-concept space on Albert Street operates Artbeat Studio, a not-for-profit charity that empowers mental health recovery through art. Through their programs, Artbeat aims to offer a healing space that is self-directed, peer-supported,…
Placemaking in the Exchange
A stroll through the Exchange District is a feast for the eyes as you walk past historic buildings, landmarks, parks, and thoughtfully designed public places. Places are the city’s heartbeat, bringing vibrancy to neighbourhoods and…
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 coffee bar to Winnipeg. By day, it invites you to sip and savour caffeinated brews,…
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 that legacy, 529 Uptown brings a fresh, modern twist to the heart of downtown. Located…
Sculptural Skateboarding Infrastructure Launches at Old Market Square
The Exchange District BIZ is excited to announce the installation of Skate Spot, a new permanent skateboarding sculpture in Old Market Square, with an official launch taking place at Nuit Blanche. Where: Old Market Square,…
Celebrating 45 Years of Framing Creativity at Warehouse Artworks
Warehouse Artworks has stood on McDermot Ave for 45 years as the Exchange District’s mainstay for custom framing and fine art. Over the decades, Warehouse Artworks has grown alongside and been a part of the…
Celebrating Untold Histories of the Exchange District
This year, Winnipeg celebrates 150 years as a city, though the land on which it stands has been important for millennia. The area we now call Winnipeg is Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands of…
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 28th and invites the public to explore and celebrate free contemporary art in unexpected places.…
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 Geisel and his partners in 1999, Natural Cycleworks has evolved from its humble beginnings as…
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. For Karwan Kahil and Shler Ali, Daanook is a dream realized—a place where they can…
Street Art in the Exchange
A stroll around the streets of the Exchange District will reward you with stunning visual imagery gracing the sides of heritage buildings. From street art to murals, the Exchange is home to beautiful works of…