Portage Avenue is coming alive this summer!

Come mix & mingle in the sunshine on Portage between Spence & Main streets. Check out all that is happening!

Out to Lunch concert series / June 6 - August 8 2012
Every Wednesday afternoon, from noon - 1pm, hundreds of downtown workers and residents pull up a provided chair and watch some of Winnipeg’s finest talent play for our free outdoor concert series, Out to Lunch. Many people bring their lunch and relax at our various downtown locations.
Click here for more information on Out to Lunch

Edmonton Street Festivals / August 17 - 31 2012
Edmonton Street Festivals from Portage Avenue to Graham Avenue that feature live local entertainment, an artisan market, sidewalk sales, local business kiosks, prizes, giveaways & more!

Out on the Avenue Busker Series / May 28 - August 31 2012
Monday - Friday 8am - 9 am, 11am - 1pm, and 3pm – 5pm
Drop by and enjoy the eclectic sounds of a range of buskers in front of Portage Place at Edmonton Street.

Busker will receive a $20/hour honorarium, plus busking profits. Buskers will be booked to perform outside on Portage Avenue in front of Portage Place and Edmonton Street. To register call 958-4640 or email the events coordinator here.

Portage Alive Busk Off / Thursday June 14, 11am - 2pm
Dance, Juggle, Sing, Rap, Skat, or show us your other skill to win either $500, $250, or $100 in the Portage Alive Busk Off! Rain date will be Thursday, June 21. Acoustic performances only. To pre-register call 958-4640 or email the events coordinator here.

New Sculpture Project
Details coming soon!

Downtown Information Kiosks – Monday - Friday
Watch Information Kiosks | Mon - Fri
We’re here to answer questions, give directions and more! Just ask!

Details coming soon!

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Visit the Downtown Watch stationed at kiosks along Portage Avenue for maps, directions, event info, SafeWalks, and much more. Plus, be part of making real change happen in downtown Winnipeg and donate to Change for the Better, supporting homeless work programs, at the kiosks and participating businesses.