The Forks
A historic gathering place where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet. Former railway warehouses are now a food market. In summer, you can stroll the riverfront, and in winter, you can skate on the frozen river.
The Forks has been a meeting and trading place for Indigenous peoples for more than 6,000 years. It later served as a fur trading post and a railway yard, and it is now a National Historic Site. The Forks Market occupies converted stables and warehouses. Downstairs is a food hall with craft breweries, and upstairs are shops selling handmade goods. An observation tower overlooks the confluence of the two rivers. Nearby are riverside trails, docks, an open-air amphitheater, a children's museum and the large 'WINNIPEG' sign. In winter, a natural skating trail several kilometers long, the Nestaweya River, is cleared on the river, along with warming huts designed by architects. It is Winnipeg's most iconic winter experience.
Opening hours
Open all day; market approx. 07:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- Manitoba Children's Museum
- Esplanade Riel
- St. Boniface & Cathedral Ruins
- Manitoba Museum
- Dalnavert Museum
- Exchange District
- Manitoba Legislative Building