Concert Halls, Theatres and Arenas in Winnipeg
This guide covers Winnipeg's concert halls, theatres, arenas and live music venues, based on Google ratings and reviews from October 2026. The list includes stadiums, performing arts theatres, arenas, live music venues, a comedy club and a banquet hall. Downtown is the most common neighbourhood, appearing for seven venues. All listed places have a price level listed as not applicable, as these are primarily ticketed event spaces.
The average Google rating across all venues is high, at approximately 4.5 stars. Canada Life Centre has the most reviews at 6783, while ratings range from 4.3 to 4.7. The lowest ratings in the list are 4.3, held by The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre and Pyramid Cabaret. Every venue included has at least 300 reviews, ensuring a substantial sample of public opinion. This creates a reliable overview of Winnipeg's major performance and event spaces.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Princess Auto Stadium | University | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 3,071 | |
| 2 | Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 783 | |
| 3 | Centennial Concert Hall | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,304 | |
| 4 | The Park Theatre | Riverview | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,261 | |
| 5 | Times Change(d) High And Lonesome Club | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 516 | |
| 6 | Seven Oaks Arena | Garden City | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 507 | |
| 7 | Rainbow Stage | Kildonan Park | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 773 | |
| 8 | Canada Life Centre | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 6,783 | |
| 9 | Blue Cross Park | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,819 | |
| 10 | Lyric Theatre | Assiniboine Park | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 438 | |
| 11 | West End Cultural Centre | Spence | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 453 | |
| 12 | Burton Cummings Theatre | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,955 | |
| 13 | Royal George Hotel | Victoria West | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 397 | |
| 14 | Rumor's Restaurant & Comedy Club | Edgeland | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,652 | |
| 15 | The Handsome Daughter / Hoagie Boyz West Broadway | West Broadway | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 582 | |
| 16 | The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre by Canad Inns | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 632 | |
| 17 | Pyramid Cabaret | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 535 |
Princess Auto Stadium
Reviewers often mention Bombers games, concerts, the atmosphere and sightlines. It offers full accessibility features and accepts credit, debit and mobile payments.
Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre is a Downtown performing arts theatre rated 4.7 from 783 reviews. Patrons frequently praise the friendly staff, acting quality, comfortable seats and good acoustics. It hosts live performances and is wheelchair accessible.
Centennial Concert Hall
Centennial Concert Hall, another Downtown performing arts theatre, holds a 4.6 rating from 2304 reviews. Reviewers often highlight the excellent acoustics, ballet performances and orchestra shows. It is family-friendly and has wheelchair accessible seating.
The Park Theatre
The Park Theatre in Riverview is a live music venue with a 4.6 rating from 1261 reviews. Guests mention bands, comedy shows, cult classic films and the intimate venue after its renovations. It has a bar, Wi-Fi and is wheelchair accessible.
Times Change(d) High And Lonesome Club
Times Change(d) High And Lonesome Club is a Downtown live music venue rated 4.7 from 516 reviews. Reviewers often note the blues bands, cozy atmosphere, jam nights and the pool table. It is LGBTQ-welcoming and has a bar on site.
Seven Oaks Arena
Seven Oaks Arena in Garden City is an arena with a 4.7 rating from 507 reviews. Visitors frequently talk about the hockey facility, ice surface, spectator seating and the canteen. It provides onsite services and accepts multiple payment methods.
Rainbow Stage
Rainbow Stage in Kildonan Park is an outdoor performing arts theatre rated 4.6 from 773 reviews. Patrons often mention productions like Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid, as well as the sets. It offers onsite services and is wheelchair accessible.
Canada Life Centre
Canada Life Centre in Downtown is a large arena with a 4.5 rating from 6783 reviews. Reviewers frequently discuss concerts, Jets hockey games, the friendly staff and the connected skywalk. It has wheelchair accessible seating and onsite services.
Blue Cross Park
Blue Cross Park in Downtown is a stadium rated 4.5 from 1819 reviews. Baseball fans often mention the affordable games, food options, local beer and fireworks. It provides onsite services and accepts credit, debit and mobile payments.
Lyric Theatre
Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park is an outdoor performing arts theatre with a 4.6 rating from 438 reviews. Guests often note free entertainment, concert and ballet performances, and the relaxing atmosphere. It is child-welcoming and wheelchair accessible.
West End Cultural Centre
West End Cultural Centre in Spence is a live music venue rated 4.5 from 453 reviews. Reviewers often mention the intimate venue, good acoustics and unique evenings. It has listed weekday hours from 10:00 to 17:00, a bar and Wi-Fi.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:00-17:00
- Tue 10:00-17:00
- Wed 10:00-17:00
- Thu 10:00-17:00
- Fri 10:00-17:00
Burton Cummings Theatre
Burton Cummings Theatre in Downtown is a performing arts theatre with a 4.4 rating from 1955 reviews. Patrons frequently talk about the balconies, live music, bands and the old theatre feel. It offers onsite services and is wheelchair accessible.
Royal George Hotel
Royal George Hotel in Victoria West is a live music venue rated 4.5 from 397 reviews. Reviewers often highlight the live bands, history, memorabilia and warm staff. It has a restaurant, bar and specific opening hours, including late nights.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-01:00
- Wed 11:00-02:00
- Thu 11:00-02:00
- Fri 11:00-02:00
- Sat 11:00-02:00
Rumor's Restaurant & Comedy Club
Rumor's Restaurant & Comedy Club in Edgeland is a comedy club with a 4.4 rating from 1652 reviews. Guests often mention comedians, the polite staff, wedding socials and the view of the stage. It serves cocktails, beer and has specific weekly hours.
Opening hours
- Tue 10:00-22:00
- Wed 10:00-22:00
- Thu 10:00-22:00
- Fri 10:00-23:55
- Sat 14:00-23:55
The Handsome Daughter / Hoagie Boyz West Broadway
The Handsome Daughter in West Broadway is a live music venue rated 4.4 from 582 reviews. Reviewers often note bands, a patio, the beer selection and comedy nights. It has a restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi and varied hours across the week.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-18:00
- Mon 17:00-23:00
- Tue 17:00-23:00
- Wed 17:00-00:00
- Thu 17:00-00:00
- Fri 11:00-02:00
- Sat 11:00-02:00
The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre by Canad Inns
The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre is a Downtown banquet hall with a 4.3 rating from 632 reviews. Patrons frequently mention the rooftop patio, architecture, buffet and corporate events. It is women-owned and offers onsite services.
Pyramid Cabaret
Pyramid Cabaret in Downtown is a live music venue rated 4.3 from 535 reviews. Reviewers often discuss jazz music, DJs, the cozy setting and outdoor patio. Note that some mention it is cash only. It operates Friday and Saturday nights.
Opening hours
- Fri 20:30-02:00
- Sat 20:30-02:00
Tips before you go
- Check individual venue hours, as they vary widely; some like West End Cultural Centre have weekday office hours, while others like Pyramid Cabaret are only open weekend nights.
- All venues listed have a price level marked as not applicable, reflecting that costs depend on specific ticketed events.
- Downtown is the most concentrated area for venues, hosting seven places including major arenas, theatres and live music clubs.
- Several live music venues, like Times Change(d) and The Handsome Daughter, have bars on site.
- Accessibility is common; most venues list wheelchair accessible entrances, parking and restrooms.
- Payment methods vary; most accept cards, but reviewers note Pyramid Cabaret can be cash only.
How we made this list
This list was compiled using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating calculation was applied so that venues with very few reviews would not rank artificially high. To ensure reliability, only venues with at least 300 Google reviews were considered. The list also includes only venues that are currently open to the public. This process focused on data from a single point in time to create a consistent snapshot.
Questions about venues in Winnipeg
Which venue has the highest Google rating?
Several venues share the highest rating of 4.7 stars. These are the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Times Change(d) High And Lonesome Club, and Seven Oaks Arena. Each has this rating based on 783, 516, and 507 reviews respectively. No venue on this list has a rating above 4.7.
Are there any outdoor performance venues?
Yes, Winnipeg has notable outdoor theatres. Rainbow Stage in Kildonan Park and the Lyric Theatre in Assiniboine Park are both performing arts theatres in park settings. Reviewers often mention the outdoor atmosphere and sets at these venues. Both have ratings of 4.6 stars.
Where is the best area to find multiple venues?
Downtown Winnipeg has the highest concentration, with seven venues on this list. These include Canada Life Centre, Centennial Concert Hall, Burton Cummings Theatre, Blue Cross Park, Times Change(d), The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre, and Pyramid Cabaret. This area offers arenas, concert halls, and intimate live music clubs all within close proximity.
Do these venues accommodate accessibility needs?
Yes, based on listed features, all venues provide some level of accessibility. Common features include wheelchair accessible entrances, parking and restrooms. Specific venues like Centennial Concert Hall and Canada Life Centre also list wheelchair accessible seating. This information is drawn from the features provided for each place.
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