Guided Tours of Winnipeg Public Art

Get outside and explore our city through public art… Free walking and cycling tours are back!

Join us 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 and reserve a spot here, or by clicking on the tour name below.

Tours will run as scheduled rain or shine, but will be canceled in the event of a storm.

ArtWalk:

• Saturday, May 25, 1 pm, Doors Open: Architecture and Art, 2 h, 2 km
  
• Sunday, May 26, 1 pm, Doors Open: Architecture and Art, 2 h, 2 km
• Friday June 6, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange , 2h, 2.5 km
• Thursday June 12, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays,1.5h, 1.2km
• Thursday June 19, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Friday, Jun 20, 6:00 pm, ArtWalk: PublicArt in Context, 2h, 2.7km
• Thursday June 26, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Tuesday (Canada Day), July 1, 1pm, ArtWalk: Our Stories, 2h, 2.5 km
• Thursday July 3, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Friday July 4, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange, 2h, 2.5 km
• Wednesday July 9th , 12pm, Art at Lunch: Millennium Library, 1h
• Thursday July 10, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Thursday July 17, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Thursday July 24, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Thursday July 31, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Friday August 1st, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange, 2h, 2.5 km
• Saturday August 9th, 2pm, ArtWalk: Public Art in Context, 2h, 2.7km
• Thursday August 7, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Wednesday August 27, 6:00pm,ArtWalk: South Osborne Street Banners with Artist Cato Cormier, 1h, 1.5 km
• Thursday August 28, 5:30, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Thursday September 4, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: St. Boniface for Jeudis Franco Thursdays, 1.5h, 1.2km
• Friday September 5, 5:30pm, ArtWalk: First Fridays in the Exchange, 2h, 2.5 km
• Saturday September 27, 6:00pm, ArtWalk: Voice of the Land Balmoral Banners with Artist Justine Proulx, 1h, 1.5 km

ArtRide:

• Sunday June 8, 10 am, Bike Week ArtRide: St. Boniface & Downtown, 2.5h, 10km
• Wednesday June 25th, 7pm, ArtRide: West, 3h, 20km
• Wednesday July 23rd, 6:30pm, Art Ride: North, 3h, 20km
• Sunday August 10th,10am, ArtRide: Blue Rapid Transit Line, 2.5h, 15km
• Saturday September 6th, 10 am, ArtRide: South, 3h, 20km
• Saturday September 20th, 10am, ArtRide : CoolGardensPublicArt, 3h, 20km

Bring your own bike and helmet. Thanks to Bike Winnipeg volunteers for providing safety marshalls to direct us.

Looking to rent a bike? Check out Bike Winnipeg's website.

Our public art tours are fun! We have the pleasure of riding and strolling through Winnipeg’s with some amazing folks. Here’s what some of them had to say about their experience:

Who knew there were so many cool spots in our own backyard?
“Seeing parts of the bike trails that I hadn't seen before and learning about the significance of some of the art I had passed many times was amazing.” Turns out, there’s more to these trails than meets the eye.

Our guide knows how to keep things interesting.
“The guide shared great information with the group, encouraged questions and comments, and made sure we all had a good time.” Friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready with a smile—what more could you ask for?

It’s not just about the art—it about the people, too!
“The sense of community and the information shared were fantastic.”
“The volunteer marshalls were awesome at keeping us safe and making sure no one got left behind.”

If you like learning new things, these tours are for you!
“Hearing the history behind the art pieces and getting the stories behind them was such a treat.” Plus, we’re all about getting folks to talk and share their thoughts along the way. “A great way to get a group of strangers to connect and chat between stops.”

From the scenic routes to the relaxed pace, folks couldn’t get enough of the overall vibe.
“A beautiful day for a bike ride, loved the route, and learning new things about the art along the way.”
“I love getting to know my city better through these public artworks. Sign me up for more!”

Thanks to everyone who’s joined us so far. We’re already looking forward to the next adventure!

Want to get outside and explore Winnipeg this winter? Join us on a First Friday in February or March for a free guided tour!

Choose your adventure and reserve a spot here, or by clicking on the tour name below.

ArtWalk:

• Friday, Feb 2, 5:30pm, Lights on the Exchange x First Friday, 1 hour
• Friday, Feb 2, 7:30pm, Lights on the Exchange x First Friday, 1 hour
• Friday, Mar 1, 6:00pm, Lights on the Exchange x First Friday, 1 hour
• Friday, Mar 1, 7:30pm, Lights on the Exchange x First Friday, 1 hour

You can keep the public art tours fun going all year long with our Winnipeg Public Art Works app! Download it at the App Store or on Google Play.