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First Fridays is ON💥JUNE 5

Art Galleries, Art Studios, Shops, Museums & Restaurants are open 5-9pm (unless otherwise shown) & welcome your visit. Free street parking after 5:30pm.

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*Ticketed = Tickets or a fee required
*Update = Things change. We will try to keep you updated :)
💥June 5 shows who is open.

ALBERT STREET

62 Albert lower level - Manitoba Institute of Sculptors and Artists (MISA)
💥June 5
Picture'Grasping to Ascend' Laura Porath Chlorite Stone 21” x 14” x 12”
Studio for artists working in clay, painting, stone and wood carving. 
Come see art in process as well as finished pieces and visit with resident artists.


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62 Albert
2nd fl - Albert Street Tattoo


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62 Albert 4th fl - Artbeat Studio

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Call 204-943-5194 for a stair-free entrance.


62 Albert, 6th fl- Inner Flame Academy

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63 Albert 2nd fl - Kathleen Crosby Gallery
💥June 5
PictureKathleen Crosby Gallery
Great vibes and amazing art. 
Open the First Friday of every month and by appointment:
204 299-3462




63 Albert, 5th fl - ​Zolzayā Cashmere.

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Pure Mongolian wool, cashmere, and yak fibre.
We are very proud to support Mongolian nomadic producers through fair trade.
Fair income from animal fibres, especially cashmere and yak fibre products, allows nomadic herders to prosper while living sustainably within the global economy. 


63 Albert, 5th fl - Healing Harmony Studio

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SAVE THE DATE:
• Women’s Circle & Sound Bath, May 23, June 20 | 3pm-5pm
[email protected] 


63 Albert, 5th fl - Noel Bebee
💥June 5
Picture'Metamorphosis' Noel Bebee
5-10pm
​Computer Incubated Art



65 Albert-Soul Gallery

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68 Albert Street - Two Macaws Concept Store

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70 Albert 2nd floor - Vantage Vintage
💥June 5
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Open 11-9
Thousands of unique treasures await you in our warm and inviting boutique!
25% off every First Friday of the month!



75 Albert main fl - NORTHLORE

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75 Albert, 2nd fl- Kami Goertz Studio

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Working with vintage, reclaimed and high quality materials, Kami stitches together her passion for ecology, mycology, fibre and food in her plush characters.


75 Albert, 5th fl- Exchange Community Church

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91 Albert, Unit 2B- Jay's Creative Studio

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ALEXANDER AVENUE
184 Alexander Avenue E. - OSEREDOK Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre

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108 Alexander- Patent 5 Distillery

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ARTHUR STREET

70 Arthur, main fl- Más Coffee 

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70 Arthur main fl- Clothing Bakery Vintage Clothing Store



70 Arthur, 4th fl- Costume Museum of Canada

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Open to the public:
Thursdays 12:30p.m.-2:30 p.m. and Saturdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Please call us at (204) 989-0072 to confirm.



70 Arthur, 420 (4th fl) - Ritual Winnipeg Tattoo Studio
💥June 5
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Come stop by the tattoo studio to meet the artists, see the hundreds of original paintings on the walls and peruse our books of hand-made original tattoo designs.  Take the opportunity to consult with an artist about a tattoo idea you’d like done, book an appointment or maybe even get a walk-in tattoo of one of our available designs. 
First Fridays at Ritual


70 Arthur 6th fl - Nora Kobrinsky & Friends Artist Studio

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Paintings drawings prints by Nora Kobrinsky, Andrew Blair, Sapphire Moroz and Val Klassen
@norakobrinsky   @andrewjblair   @sapphiremoroz 



70 Arthur 6th fl-Sikorsky Photography & Friends
💥June 5
@sikorskyphotography - Celebrating 31 years in the Exchange District

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70 Arthur #680, 6th fl  - STUDIO 6

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@brianlongfieldart   Brian's etsy


70 Arthur, 6th fl- ARP Books
💥June 5
PictureARP Books
6-9pm
ARP Books is a small local press publishing books on politics, culture, and activism, ranging from fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.
All books 20% off only on First Fridays.



70 Arthur, 6th fl-Public General Store

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92 Arthur-Red River Book Store
💥June 5
5:30 to 9pm
We invite you to view a huge selection of used books, videos, vinyl, music, and games + art books and display on the 2nd floor.
Something for everyone.

100 Arthur main fl- PLATFORM Centre for Photographic + Digital Arts

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Showing to June 20:
NAMUMULAKLAK
(To Bloom),
PLATFORM centre is thrilled to co-present a group exhibition, NAMUMULAKLAK (To Bloom), curated by Anoinette Baquiran and Charles Venzon.
This group exhibition brings together 14 emerging and established artists from Canada working with lens-based practices.
ACTIVE RESEARCH LECTURE | TBA

NAMUMULAKLAK is a Filipinx group visual art exhibition that builds on the evolving exploration of Filipinx identity in Canada. Following the exhibitions KATAUHAN (Personality, 2023) and SEREMONYA (Ceremony, 2024), which centered on self-definition and cultural practice, NAMUMULAKLAK asks: What is blooming from this foundation within our diaspora? The exhibition invites established and emerging artists to reflect on what is emerging in their personal and collective experiences— creatively, spiritually, and politically—in the context of diasporic life.
Thank you Manitoba Arts Council for the generous support.


100 Arthur, 2nd floor
💥June 5
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ART TALK/ART WALK
TBA



BANNATYNE AVENUE
141 Bannatyne- katie + gunner gallery

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Current Show:
The Art Of Noticing
by Robert Pasternak
The show consists of standard sized wall art throughout the gallery and a 1/12th scale gallery built inside of the regular space.
The scale gallery features over 80 fully realized one of kind hand made art pieces, custom framed by hand featuring the vast variety of artistic styles in Robert’s repertoire.
The gallery will be screening Robert’s experimental films (some have showed at film festivals in Venice, Italy and Los Angeles, California) - projected on the gallery wall AND played on mini 1/12th scale TV’s placed in the mini gallery.



CUMBERLAND AVENUE

329 Cumberland - Arts AccessAbility Network Manitoba  aanm.ca

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AANM Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm,
Please call before visiting : 204-336-2366
Showing to June 25:
Curated Exhibitions: Ostomy Cowboy by Rae Spoon.
Ostomy Cowboy is Rae Spoon's first gallery exhibition.
The show features films that are moving self-portraits accompanied by music that explore Rae's identity as a non-binary, trans artist who lives with multiple disabilities.


329 Cumberland - C2 Centre for Craft  (Accessibility)

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C2 Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 12-4pm. Phone: (204) 615-3951
Showing to June 25:
Serious Play
"Serious Play’ is a textiles exhibition exploring the radical potential of play. “All four artists embrace a spirit of play that is neither trivial nor naïve; the kind of play that comes from relaxing into yourself, knowing your tools intimately, and trusting your hands to lead the way. These are works that seem to move, speak, laugh, and whisper. In their presence, we’re invited to imagine: are these objects simply handmade, or have they been brought to life?“ Curator, Katrina Craig
Artists: Charlotte Sigurdson, Candace Neumann, Maureen Winnicki Lyons, and Miriam Delos Santos
This exhibition is possible from the support of Canada Council for the Arts, Manitoba Arts Council and Winnipeg Arts Council.






DONALD STREET
374 Donald Street - SkullSpace

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388 Donald Street (above Yellow Dog Tavern) - Pretty Young Thing (PYT)

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JAMES AVENUE
132 James Ave - Rubia Darya

PictureRubia Darya
Rubia Darya gallery offers a unique, one-of-a-kind selection of ethically sourced handmade rugs and textiles. Each rug has a unique story, which will add color and character to your home.
Add personality to your home this spring season by investing in a special piece of art.
We have recently received a large shipment of rugs in larger living room sizes.




KING STREET
66 King, 4th fl- The Third Place

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MAIN STREET
232 Main- Modern Electric Lunch

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456 Main- Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar

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Globally Inspired Modern Cuisine, Cocktails, Wine & Beer




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468 MAIN  Parlour Coffee • Archival Studios • Eric’s Objects • Luci's Comedy on Main • Aged & Faded • Rewind Vintage:

468 Main main floor -  Parlour Coffee

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468 Main 2nd floor - Archival Studios

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468 Main 2nd floor - Eric’s Objects


468 Main 3rd floor - Luci's Comedy on Main (enter through Parlour Coffee)

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*Ticketed 



611 Main- The Edge Gallery and Urban Art Centre

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MARTHA STREET
11 Martha - Martha Street Studio / Manitoba Printmakers Association Inc.

PicturePoster Credit: Brian Guevarra




McDERMOT AVENUE
216 McDermot- Dreams Nightlife

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*Ticketed 




222 McDermot- Warehouse Artworks

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Showing to May 28th, 2026:
“Icarus and Friends” @alan.adamson debut solo exhibition!

With a playful reference to old variety shows, this exhibition brings together different works under the loose lead of one painting of Icarus. Instead of following a strict theme, the artist lets the painting process guide each piece, focusing on colour, texture, and movement. Inspired by the idea of working slightly beyond comfort, the works reflect a practice that values action over overthinking. Painting quickly and often, the artist believes in staying ahead of doubt and trusting intuition. This show celebrates creative courage, curiosity, and the simple act of making, where freedom in the process becomes the true connection between the works.



245 McDermot - Into The Music

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245 McDermot Unit 203 - The Clubhouse Recording Studio and Venue
💥June 5
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6-9pm
ArtSync
Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of creativity! Experience the works of artists from different disciplines, all in one dynamic event. Meet the artists, explore their creations, and be inspired by an evening of artistic expression. Presented by Creative Manitoba and Manitoba Music.
This event is part of The Art of Managing Your Career program.
@gpproducersclub


246 McDermot - tara davis studio boutique

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246 McDermot - The Collab Shop

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288 McDermot, 2nd fl- All About Theatre and Gallery

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290 McDermot B1 (lower level)- Canadian Plains Gallery

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290 McDermot 2nd fl - Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art

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290 McDermot 5th Floor - The National Lamp

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Showing to May 28th, 2026:
All Things Being What They Aren't by Alexandra Ross  @alexandrarossworks



290 McDermot 6th fl- KEV TEN Studio Shop

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296 McDermot Avenue, 1st floor - Shakti

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321 McDermot - Exchange Met School

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Pacific Avenue
125 Pacific Avenue- Nonsuch Brewing Co.

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Princess Street
206 Princess - aceartinc.

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Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 12 – 5 PM



210 Princess- 210 Gallery

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RUPERT AVENUE
190 Rupert- The Manitoba Museum
💥June 5
4-9pm. Free general admission to our three core attractions – the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery.
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@ First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum



WILLIAM AVENUE
312 William- North Forge Fabrication Lab

North Forge EVENTS


336 William - Little Brown Jug Brewing Co.

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ON FIRST FRIDAYS...
INDULGE
in a feast of creativity at the Galleries and Studios.
COLLECT a unique work of art from a Manitoba Artist.

CHAMPION the fabulous, locally owned & operated shops, markets, museums, and services.🍁
REFRESH at a favourite coffee shop, brewery, dining spot or discover a hidden gem.
CREATE a mini-masterpiece at a drop-in workshop.
CONNECT with live music, dance, theatre, poetry, comedy & interactive special events.
EMBRACE the vibrant after hours scene with music, dancing, & comedy performances!

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