The music scene in Winnipeg will be broken down in full for you today. Obviously it is a very wide ranging subject to dive into, but hopefully there will be some info here to help you out.
The best Winnipeg musical instrument stores seem like the logical place for us to begin. Different lists for where to buy guitars and the best drum shops in your area will also be presented.
Expect there to be some crossover between those sections as some stores will have the leading guitar brands for sale like Gibson, Fender, or Keisel as well as all the keyboards, synthesizers, pedals, amps, or pretty much any supplies you may need.
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Up next we will get into quality instrument repair shops near you. Some of you out there may need a piano tuned, a guitar repaired, or work done on other band instruments and there is somebody out there that can assist.
Then it will be time to pivot to the best music lessons for kids or adults in the area. Following that stores for music lovers that sell vintage CD’s and records will get a shout out.
We also think many of you will want to know about the best concert halls and live music venues here. Others on a budget may prefer to visit bars and restaurants that have live music around the city.
And we will get you out of here with the best festivals on the local music calendar. Stay with us til the end where you will find a map with the wide variety of stores and venues we are discussing pointed out.
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Winnipeg Musical Instrument Stores
Some of the best Winnipeg musical instrument stores would be:
- Quest Musique at 166 Meadowood Dr
- Long & McQuade Musical Instruments at 1845 Pembina Hwy
- St John’s Music at 1330 Portage Ave
- Mar-Schell’s Music at 1109 Henderson Hwy
Find anything you need from guitars to ukuleles to bass amplifiers as well as pro audio gear like speakers and mixing consoles at Quest Musique. Head to Long & McQuade where you can buy a wide selection of musical instruments while also trying some of the best music lessons near you in piano, guitar, bass, drums, woodwinds, strings, and voice.
St John’s Music has been selling musical instruments of the finest quality for over 90 years. Lessons are tailored for students of all ages at Mar-Schell’s Music where guitar repair services are also offered.
You can also purchase musical instruments at Accord Music from our upcoming instrument repair list.
Where To Buy Guitars
Daryl Perry Guitars at 100 Arthur St #500 maintains excellent quality in their handcrafted guitars that are trusted by renowned musicians all around the globe.
Drum Shops Near You
You can buy drums in Winnipeg at plenty of the other stores we have linked you to on this page.
Instrument Repair
Instrument repairs are available at:
- Hamm-tone Guitars & School of Lutherie at 1308 Portage Ave
- Accord Musical Instrument Repair at #6-1373 Pembina Hwy
Hamm-tone Guitars & School of Lutherie has guitar classes in your area as well as a full-service repair shop for all string instruments. Accord Music has been specializing in sales, rental, and repair of band musical instruments since 1997.
You can also have your instruments repaired at Mar-Schell’s Music too.
Music Lessons
Level up by taking lessons at a music school in your area:
- River Heights School of Music at 2025 Corydon Ave #202
- Academy of Music at 109 Greendell Ave
- Tauber Music School at 2211 McPhillips St l
- School of Rock Winnipeg at 657 Corydon Ave
- Prelude Music at 1700 Corydon Ave
Academy of Music offers on-site and private music lessons for voice, percussion, strings, brass, and woodwind instruments. High-quality music programs and lessons in your area that are great for both children and adults are offered at Tauber Music School.
School of Rock offers web-based learning programs for guitar and bass, piano, drum, as well as singing classes for children, teenagers, and adults.
A wide range of music programs and music therapy sessions that are open for all ages are offered at Prelude Music along with melodies and ABC frameworks to help develop children’s musical, social, intellectual, and motor abilities.
Other places that we have mentioned throughout the post that offer music lessons include Long & McQuade, Mar-Schell’s Music, and Hamm-tone Guitars & School Lutherie.
CD & Record Stores
Check out all kinds of vintage CD’s and records at these local stores for music lovers:
- The Winnipeg Record & Tape at 1079 Wellington Ave #109
- Argy’s Records & Entertainment Shop at 1604 St Mary’s Rd #9
- Into The Music at 245 McDermot Ave
- Sunrise Records at 1225 St Mary’s Rd
- Planet of Sound at 1109 Henderson Hwy #201
New and used vinyl records, 45’s, CD’s, posters, music, DVD’s, and T-shirts are sold at Argy’s Records & Entertainment Shop. Find anything you need at Into The Music from the latest indie music to punk and metal oldies along with a huge range of new and used LP’s, 45 rpm records, CD’s, and DVD’s of just about every genre.
Sunrise Records expands its offerings from music and entertainment to apparel and merchandise including a broader array of music and larger selections of vinyl records.
Winnipeg Live Music Venues
Seeing a concert at Winnipeg live music venues is always a good time:
- Pyramid Cabaret at 176 Fort St
- The Handsome Daughter at 61 Sherbrook St
- The Park Theatre at 698 Osborne St
- High And Lonesome Club at 234 Main St
The Handsome Daughter is a live music venue near you that hosts bands and DJ’s every weekend including stand-up comedy every Thursday, trivia nights, retro video game tournaments, art shows, poetry slams and countless other events.
Approximately 300 events including music, comedy, drama, and cinema are hosted at The Park Theatre. Enjoy local live music, many beers on tap, and snacks at High and Lonesome Club where they also have a dog and bike-friendly space.
Fun Restaurants With Entertainment
You can take a date or a group of friends to these restaurants with live music:
- Raffy’s Cafe Live Music Restaurant at 1060 Ellice Ave
- Le Garage at 166 Provencher Blvd
- The Palm Lounge at 222 Broadway
- Hermanos Restaurant & Wine Bar at 179 Bannatyne Ave
- The Wood Tavern at 112 Marion St
Indulge in The Wood’s enthralling campfire-inspired cuisine with a variety of relaxing dining options in a perfect woodsy setting.
Bars With Live Music
There are also some bars that play live music around town:
- The Good Will Social Club at 625 Portage Ave
- King’s Head Pub at 120 King St
- Earls Kitchen + Bar at 191 Main St
The Good Will Social Club is a bar, venue, diner, and coffee shop that is closed on Sundays. Enjoy classic English Pub experience with over 30 craft beers and lagers at King’s Head Pub with international favorites guaranteed to satisfy you.
Earls Kitchen + Bar is also a good option for great food and drinks plus they also often have live music playing.
Music Festivals In Your Area
The Winnipeg Music Festival takes place in late February and early March and is something we know many of you would enjoy.
In the past we have also discussed:
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Calgary
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Edmonton
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Ottawa & Gatineau
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Minneapolis & St Paul
Enjoy The Winnipeg Local Music Scene
We tried to cover the scene as well as possible on this page. You learned about the best musical instrument stores, drum and guitar shops, instrument repair services, where to go for lessons, vintage CD and record stores, concert halls and other live music venues near you like bars and restaurants, plus the best festivals in the region.
You might just know a little bit about the local music scene yourself if you made it this far. If so tell us what we got wrong in the comments or share your own thoughts on the scene. It doesn’t matter if you are trying to buy a new instrument, wanted some live entertainment, needed a vintage CD and record, or just wanted to learn more about music in Winnipeg we hope you enjoy yourself.
