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Lita Fontaine: Winyan

Winnipeg Art Gallery

Winyan (the Dakota word for “woman”) is a solo survey exhibition of Dakota/Anishinaabe/Metis artist Lita Fontaine. Bringing together both seminal and recent work, this exhibition honours the career of a […]

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2025 Downtown Spring CleanUp

Downtown

Mark your calendars! Our annual Downtown Spring CleanUp, presented by Manitoba Hydro and sponsored by Wawanesa, will take place this year on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Every year, we roll up our sleeves and work together to give downtown a fresh look after the spring melt. Last year, a record number of nearly 700 volunteers […]

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Minds in Bloom Fundraising Luncheon & Artistic Design Competition

Fort Garry Hotel

Minds in Bloom Fundraising Luncheon – Supporting Mental Health Through Art. Join the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba (MDAM) for the Minds in Bloom Fundraising Luncheon on May 15, 2025, at The Hotel Fort Garry. This inspiring event brings together community members, artists, and mental health advocates to celebrate creativity and raise funds for vital […]

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Signature Events

Downtown Winnipeg Farmers’ Market

Welcome to Downtown Winnipeg Farmers’ Market! We are excited to bring you fresh, locally grown produce, meat, crafts, jewelry, and artisanal goods right in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Our year-round market is a vibrant community hub where you can connect with producers and makers from across our province. Ignite your senses with quality ingredients. […]
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Downtown Sounds Concert Series

Experience downtown’s heartbeat with Downtown Sounds Concert Series! Get ready to experience the vibrant atmosphere of downtown Winnipeg as we bring you an exciting lineup of live performances right in the heart of the city! Downtown Sounds Concert Series is a free lunch hour concert series that features local artists performing at various downtown locations […]
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Downtown Movie Night

A movie night like no other – packed with oodles of fun before showtime! Be transported to another world under the stars in the heart of the city with Downtown Family Movie Nights! What to expect: Free admission: grab your spot early, everyone is welcome! Pre-show programming Family-friendly films – our handpicked movie selections ensure […]
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Chinatown & Dim Sum Tour

Led by local Dim Sum aficionado Carter Chen, participants will experience the customs of dim sum, from ordering etiquette to cultural insights, while exploring the historic Chinatown neighbourhood. Tickets go on sale on the first of each month at 10 a.m. CDT. June 22 July 20 August 17 September 21 October 19 CULINARY STOPS: Dim […]
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Dog Days of Summer market

Curated local vendors will be offering a variety of goodies for dogs, from tasty treats to fun toys and accessories. Folks are encouraged to bring their dogs to splash around in the puddle pools and meet some furry friends. The event also features special guests from animal rescues, giving people a chance to meet adorable […]
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Gathering under the canopy at the Forks for Nuit Blanche 2024

2025 Host It Downtown event grant

The Host It event grant supports events with funds to create, expand or relocate an event downtown. 

Application deadlines:

March 12, 2025 
for events occurring May 1 – August 31, 2025

June 29, 2025 
for events occurring September 1 – December 31, 2025​

November 2, 2025 
for events occurring January 1 – April 30, 2026


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