2023 Summer Tours
Get outside and explore our city through public art… Free walking, cycling and bus tours are back!
Join the Winnipeg arts Council on a tour this summer and learn about the artwork you pass by every day… What is it made of? Why is it there? What does it mean? Some works are fun, colourful, and interactive, and some encourage quiet contemplation. Join us on an informative excursion and get to know the artwork that punctuates and brightens our city!
Choose your adventure by clicking on the tour name which is in bold letters below.
ArtWalk:
- Saturday, May 27, 1 pm, Doors Open: Architecture and Art, 2 h, 2 km
- Sunday, May 28, 1 pm, Doors Open: Architecture and Art, 2 h, 2 km
- Monday, June 19, 6 pm, ArtWalk: Unveiling Winnipeg’s History through Public Art, 2.5 h, 3.3 km
- Thursday, June 22, 6 pm, ArtWalk: Public Art in Context, 2.5 hours, 2.5 km
- Tuesday, July 4, 6 pm, ArtWalk: Millennium Library Mini Tour, 1.5 h
- Wednesday, July 19, 6 pm, ArtWalk: Unveiling Winnipeg’s History through Public Art, 2.5 h, 3.3 km
- Saturday, July 22, 11 am, ArtWalk: Public Art in Community, 2h, 2.2 km
- Sunday, July 30, 1 pm, ArtWalk: Public Art in Context, 2.5 hours, 2.5 km
- Friday, August 4, 5:30 pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange, 2 h, 2.5 km
- Wednesday, August 9, 6:30pm, ArtWalk: Art in the Centre of our City, 2 h, 2.1 km
- Saturday, August 26, 11am ArtWalk: Celebrating our City Stories, 2 h, 1.6 km
- Friday, September 1, 5:30 pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange, 2 h, 2.5 km
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ArtRide:
- Thursday, June 29, 6:30 pm, ArtRide: St Boniface & Downtown, 2.5 h
- Sunday, July 16, 10 am, ArtRide: South Winnipeg, 2.5 h
- Thursday, July 20, 6:30 pm, ArtRide: BLUE Line, 3 h
- Sunday, August 6, 10 am, ArtRide: West Winnipeg, 2.5 h
- Saturday, August 19, 10 am, ArtRide: North Winnipeg, 3 h
- Sunday, September 3, 6:30 pm, ArtRide: BLUE Line, 3 h
- Thursday, September 7, Partnership with StoreFront MB (details TBD)
- Sunday, September 10, Partnership with StoreFront MB (details TBD)
Bring your own bike and helmet. Thanks to Bike Winnipeg volunteers for providing safety marshalls to direct us.
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ArtBus:
Hop on and off Winnipeg Transit with us as we tour artworks along the rapid transit way!
- Sunday, June 25, 2 pm, ArtBus: BLUE Line, 3h
- Sunday, July 23, 2 pm, ArtBus: BLUE Line, 3h
- Sunday, August 13, 2 pm, ArtBus: BLUE Line, 3h
Tours will run as scheduled rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of a storm.
Upcoming Events
Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square 2024
Don't miss the epic 12-day Winnipeg Fringe Festival at Old Market Square (July 17-28, 2024) in Winnipeg's Exchange District! Free outdoor entertainment includes live music, street performers, food trucks, and artisan vendors. Catch lunchtime concerts or dance to bands from 8 pm to midnight. Public washrooms, ATMs, and a beer tent are available for your convenience. While entry is free, consider tipping the performers!
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RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival
Watch classic films, cult classics, and Hollywood hits on a 11-meter tall screen in the waters of Lake Winnipeg at the RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach @ Gimli Film Festival. These free, public screenings are a great way to enjoy a summer night in Manitoba.
Family Theme Days at Prairie Living Museum
Enjoy free educational events for families with children aged 5-12 at Prairie Living Museum. Explore the wonders of the prairie through interactive presentations and activities. Held on Thursdays in August from 10am to 11:30am.
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Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days 2024
Celebrate summer at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk Days! This lakeside extravaganza takes place July 26th-28th, 2024, offering thrilling rides, a vibrant craft market, delicious food, a lively parade, and dazzling fireworks. Don't miss the live music and stunning beachfront location! Located at the Winnipeg Beach Boardwalk in Manitoba, Canada. Experience unforgettable fun for all ages!
2024 Manitoba Sunflower Festival
Don't miss the Manitoba Sunflower Festival! Immerse yourself in stunning sunflower fields, enjoy live music like Jukebox Heroes and Hip Hop Night featuring Tirrel Thomas, indulge in delicious food trucks, and take part in family-fun activities. The festival takes place July 26-28 at 227 10 Ave NW, Altona Centennial Park, Altona, Manitoba.
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2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series
Enjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night this summer at the 2024 Corydon Avenue BIZ Concert Series! Local bands take the stage from 7pm to 10pm along Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg. Discover diverse genres, community vibes, and talented performers. Bring your lawn chair and experience a harmonious summer tradition. (June 21 - August 31, 2024)
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Transcona Biz Movie Nights
Enjoy FREE outdoor movies all summer long at Transcona Biz Movie Nights at the Square! Bring your lawn chair and family for a magical night under the stars with a fantastic lineup of movies. From Trolls to Ghostbusters, there's something for everyone. Every Friday and Thursday evening starting July 26th at dusk. Transcona Centennial Square, 135 Regent Ave W, Winnipeg. Don't miss out on the fun!
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Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park
Escape to a serene musical oasis at the Garden Concerts at The Leaf in Assiniboine Park! Enjoy free concerts by talented local artists every Saturday from July 6 to August 31, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Immerse yourself in a world of music and nature at the Performance Garden within The Leaf's outdoor greenery. Unwind and discover your new favorite artist amidst the vibrant blooms and calming atmosphere.
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3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration
Experience Anishinaabe culture at the 3rd Annual Anishinaabe Days Celebration on July 27-28, 2024, from 11 AM to 10 PM and 1 PM to 5 PM, respectively, at Naawi-Oodena, Winnipeg. Enjoy a Pow Wow, talent show, vendors market, kids' activities, and fireworks. Immerse yourself in Indigenous traditions and celebrate with the Treaty One Nations.