As the Winnipeg Jets return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, so does whiteout season! Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or just want to support Winnipeg’s team, the #WinnipegWhiteout gives you a chance to come together and celebrate! Read More
Winnipeg has been called "Little Chicago" or most commonly "The Chicago of the North" for good reason. At the turn of the century, Chicago and Winnipeg were rivals. Is that hard to believe? Read More
Winnipeg’s craft beer scene continues to evolve, with taprooms spread around the city. There are so many options that Tourism Winnipeg has created a handy tool to help you choose a brewery! Read More
Winnipeg has slowly been gaining a reputation as a bastion of food innovation. By mixing many diverse cultures and knowing its audience, Winnipeg wins at the food game! Read More
If you’re thinking about starting a new chapter of your life in Winnipeg, look no further than downtown – and I mean literally! Be where the government services are, where the action is and where breakfast meets business. Read More
Now that 2018 has wrapped up, you might be wondering what’s happening soon in the downtown ‘Peg. The area is bustling with development, including 300 Main, and 2019 is already shaping up to be jam-packed with events. Here’s a look at some of the great happenings you’ll want to jot down in your calendar. Read More
On the first Friday of every month, Winnipeg’s Exchange District comes alive as galleries, restaurants, and boutiques open their doors after-hours to welcome art and culture lovers. In December, I left the comfort of my warm couch to venture out for the last First Fridays of 2018. Read More
We’ve all gone to a Jets game or a concert downtown and come out feeling elated after it ended. We looked at our friends, standing in the entrance of Bell MTS Place or shivering outside, and debated where to go for a nightcap. We didn’t want the night to end just yet, and we wanted to gush over what we’d just experienced. If you’re looking for something a little bit different and much more intimate, here’s a list of places downtown and in the Exchange that aren’t your typical pub. Read More
Every Winnipegger knows about the Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and the Manitoba Museum, right? They are all lovely places to visit alone or with out-of-town guests, but your downtown options don’t end there! Once you've toured these greats, what other cultural gems can you visit? Here are three you may not know about. Read More
Winnipeg’s world-famous Exchange District has more to offer than just great architecture. This vibrant, eclectic area is our hub of arts and culture, and it’s only a few blocks from your doorstep.
While the Exchange is known by Winnipeggers as one neighbourhood, it’s split down the middle by Main Street; and each side has its unique handful of interesting, artsy or tasty experiences. Read More
