Exchange District Business Improvement Zone

Exchange District Business Improvement Zone National Historic Site and arts and cultural district in the heart of downtown Winnipeg.

The Exchange District National Historic Site is one of Winnipeg's most colourful and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. This 20-square-block district showcases North America's most extensive collection of terra-cotta and cut stone architecture. This remarkable district dates back to when Winnipeg transformed from a modest pioneer settlement to Western Canada's largest metropolitan centre. Today, the Exc

hange District is known as the Cultural Mecca of Winnipeg. It is home to a diverse mix of commercial, cultural, educational, recreational and residential developments. The area is known for its arts community and wide range of entertainment and specialty shops and services.

If your calendar for next week is still empty, we have a few suggestions 🪄From live music filling the streets to patio ...
06/11/2026

If your calendar for next week is still empty, we have a few suggestions 🪄

From live music filling the streets to patio hangs, food tours, public art, and historic walks, summer is in full swing and the calendar is packed 🔥

Here’s what’s happening:
🎷 Jazz Festival | June 16–21
🌆 First Alleyways .wpg of the season | June 19
🍴 Summer Food Tour | Thursday, June 18
🏛️ Historic Walking Tours

Book your tours here: https://exchangedistrict.org/tours-heritage/

See you there 😎

If your calendar for next week is still empty, we a few suggestions 🪄From live music filling the streets to patio hangs...
06/11/2026

If your calendar for next week is still empty, we a few suggestions 🪄

From live music filling the streets to patio hangs, food tours, public art, and historic walks, summer is in full swing and the calendar is packed 🔥

Here’s what’s happening:
🎷 Jazz Festival Jazz Winnipeg | June 16–21
🌆 First Alleyways Alleyways in the Exchange of the season | June 19
🍴 Summer Food Tour | Thursday, June 18
Book your spot through the link in our bio.
🏛️ Historic Walking Tours
Explore the stories behind one of North America’s best-preserved historic districts. Tickets available through the link in our bio.

See you there 😎

It’s First Fridays in the Exchange First Fridays in the Exchange ! 🎨✨The galleries are open, the patios are buzzing, the...
06/05/2026

It’s First Fridays in the Exchange First Fridays in the Exchange ! 🎨✨

The galleries are open, the patios are buzzing, the shops are welcoming visitors, and the neighbourhood is full of things to discover 🔥

👉 Whether you’re checking out a new exhibition, grabbing dinner, hunting for vintage finds, or simply wandering the historic streets, there’s plenty happening tonight.

And don’t forget to stop by the Pride Block Party at for live entertainment, community, and celebration 🌈

Have fun out there, folks. See you in the Exchange! ❤️

⚡🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎶⚡We’ve teamed up with MEME 2026 – Annual Festival of Electronic Music + Digital Arts to give away 2 ME...
06/01/2026

⚡🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎶⚡

We’ve teamed up with MEME 2026 – Annual Festival of Electronic Music + Digital Arts to give away 2 MEME Passes🎨🔥

The passes provide access to:
✨ June 4 – AI + Music + Art Guest Speaker Event at Graffiti Gallery (7PM–9PM)
✨ June 5 – MEME at The Warehouse (6PM–3AM)
✨ June 6 – MEME at The Cube – Licensed Area at Old Market Square (12PM–12AM)
✨ June 6 – MEME at The Pyramid – Cube Late Night After Party (9PM–3AM)

HOW TO ENTER:✔️ Follow + MEMETIC ✔️ Like this post ✔️ Tag who you’d bring in the comments

⏰ Giveaway closes Thursday - winner announced the same day!

Full lineup + festival info: MEMETIC

Exchange, are you ready for this weekend? ☀️The sun’s out, summer energy is finally here, and the Exchange District is c...
05/29/2026

Exchange, are you ready for this weekend? ☀️

The sun’s out, summer energy is finally here, and the Exchange District is calling - coffee shop hopping, vintage finds, gallery visits, and patio plans included 🥹

🪄 And while you’re here, don’t miss the chance to experience the neighbourhood through Doors Open Winnipeg.

Hop on one of our historic walking tours tomorrow and explore the stories, architecture, and hidden details that make the Exchange unlike anywhere else 😎

🖇️ Register here: https://www.tixtree.com/e/history-of-the-exchange-walking-tour-with-the-exchange-district-biz-10b8f6a77031

Let’s enjoy it together 🕺💃

Congratulations to Toad Hall Toys on being recognized at the Mayor’s BIZ Awards! 🎉A well-deserved celebration of a busin...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to Toad Hall Toys on being recognized at the Mayor’s BIZ Awards! 🎉

A well-deserved celebration of a business that continues to bring creativity, community, and play to the Exchange District 😍

Thank you to the City of Winnipeg for continuing to celebrate the businesses, entrepreneurs, and community builders that make our city and district vibrant 🤗

Love history, storytelling, and spending summer in the Exchange District? 👀😍 We’re hiring a Heritage Interpretive Guide ...
05/25/2026

Love history, storytelling, and spending summer in the Exchange District? 👀

😍 We’re hiring a Heritage Interpretive Guide for summer 2026!

Heritage Interpretive Guides help bring the Exchange District National Historic Site to life through guided walking tours, sharing stories of our iconic architecture, history, and cultural significance while connecting visitors with everything the neighbourhood has to offer today.

🖇️ This role also includes research, promotion, and visitor support — perfect for someone who enjoys meeting people, working outdoors, and making local history engaging and accessible.

If you’re a confident communicator with a passion for history and community, we’d love to hear from you 🤩

📍 Apply here: https://exchangedistrict.org/careers/

Savour the Exchange is back for summer 2026 🍽️Spend an evening exploring the flavours and stories of the Exchange Distri...
05/15/2026

Savour the Exchange is back for summer 2026 🍽️

Spend an evening exploring the flavours and stories of the Exchange District on our guided food tour through some of the neighbourhood’s favourite dining spots.

This year’s tour includes:
🥂 Appetizers at Patent 5 Distillery
🌮 Main course at Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria
🍰 Dessert at Peasant Cookery

Along the way, discover the history, architecture, and culinary creativity that make the Exchange District one of Winnipeg’s most unique destinations✨

Tours run on Thursdays throughout the summer from 6:00–8:30 PM, starting in June.

Bookings are already available on our website: https://exchangedistrict.org/food-tours/

Historic bones. Modern life. The Exchange is having a moment 🏙️New lofts are rising from old warehouses. A rooftop sauna...
05/12/2026

Historic bones. Modern life. The Exchange is having a moment 🏙️

New lofts are rising from old warehouses. A rooftop sauna at 127 Bannatyne. A 125-year-old building turned into 31 stunning apartments — fresh enough to win a Heritage award. Parlour Coffee nearly doubling its space. A brand new bakery on the way 😍

🤔 But what really makes this neighbourhood? The people who walk to their coffee shop, bring their dog to Juba Park, and actually know their neighbours.

We sat down with residents, developers, and business owners to get the full picture of what’s happening in the Exchange right now — and where it’s headed 🪄

Read the full story here: https://exchangedistrict.org/2026/05/07/life-in-the-exchange-building-a-future-while-honouring-the-past/

Step onto the cobblestones and into history 🏛️This Doors Open Winnipeg, we’re taking you on a guided walking tour throug...
05/08/2026

Step onto the cobblestones and into history 🏛️

This Doors Open Winnipeg, we’re taking you on a guided walking tour through the beating heart of our neighbourhood — from Newspaper Row to century-old banks to the echoes of the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike.

Meet the famous and the forgotten characters who shaped this city. 90 minutes. Stories you won’t hear anywhere else 🤫

📍 Departing from 492 Main St
🗓️ Saturday, May 30
⏰ Tours at 10:30am, 1:30pm & 4:00pm
👥 Max 25 guests — registration required!

Registration opens Saturday, May 23 at noon. Don’t miss it 😉

Address

492 Main Street
Winnipeg, MB
R3B1B7

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12049426716

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