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
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…
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…
Upcoming Events
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…
WNDX Festival of Moving Image
Based in Winnipeg, the WNDX Festival of Moving Image is a five-day experimental film festival lovingly cared for by Winnipeg…
“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.
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