Celebration of life venue in Winnipeg
A calm, light-filled room to gather, share stories and honour someone you love. Private, for up to 50 guests, at your pace.
- Up to 50 guests
- From $275 per hour
- 3,700 sq ft heritage loft
- Exchange District 70 Albert St
A gentle place to remember together
When a family gathers to remember, the room matters. The Harlow Exchange is quiet, private and full of natural light, with comfortable lounge seating for those who need to sit and an open hall for everyone to come together.
Set out photographs on the antique writing desk, play a slideshow, share a meal from a favourite restaurant, and give people time to talk. You book the hours you need and the space is yours alone.
What families appreciate
- Private and unhurried
- Exclusive use of the loft, with time booked around your family's pace.
- Soft natural light
- East-facing windows make the room bright and peaceful through the day.
- Room for memories
- Tables for photo displays and memory books, and power for a screen or slideshow.
- Any caterer or restaurant
- Serve a meal, a coffee and dessert reception, or family dishes. The kitchenette helps with serving.
- Comfortable seating
- Lounge sofas and armchairs for elders and anyone who needs a quiet moment.
- Clear, simple pricing
- Four hours for $600, any day of the week. Book when it suits your family.
A four hour gathering
Many families book four hours for $600, with time to set up memories and to linger afterward.
- 12:00 pm Family arrives to set up photos and flowers
- 1:00 pm Guests arrive
- 1:30 pm Words, tributes and a slideshow
- 2:15 pm Lunch or coffee reception
- 4:00 pm Wrap
Book only the hours you need, one to twelve. Events wrap by 10pm; cleanup can run later. See every rate.
$600 for 4 hours
$150 per hour, private use of the full loft
Hours booked
Families gather here for
- Celebrations of life
- Memorial gatherings
- Receptions after a funeral service
- Remembrance dinners
- Scattering ceremony receptions
- Anniversary of passing gatherings
Questions and answers
Can we hold a reception after a funeral service?
Yes. Families often hold the service elsewhere and gather here afterward for food and conversation. Book the hours that start when guests will arrive, plus setup time.
Can we show a slideshow or video?
Yes. Bring a TV or projector screen; a power bar and 30 foot extension cord are included. We are happy to talk through placement.
How soon can we book?
Check the booking calendar for open dates, or call us. Weekday dates are often available on short notice.
How many guests fit at The Harlow Exchange?
Up to 50 people at any time, seated or standing. That count includes everyone in the space: guests, vendors, caterers and performers. The 3,700 square foot hall gives 50 people plenty of room to move, mingle and dance.
Can we bring our own caterer?
Yes, any caterer you like, with no required vendor list. The 500 square foot prep room has a kitchenette with a sink, microwave, mini fridge, water cooler and two coffee machines for staging and service.
Can we serve alcohol?
Yes. Private events that serve alcohol in Manitoba usually need a Social Occasion Liquor Permit from the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba. Your caterer or bartender can help you apply.
What furniture is included?
Eight white Chiavari chairs, two wooden dining chairs, a bar stool, a gold velvet lounge set with coffee table, an antique chaise, an antique writing desk, a black wooden table and three 6 foot folding tables. For more seating, we share a list of rental partners once you book. See everything included.
Where do guests park?
Several public lots sit within half a block of 70 Albert Street. Street parking is free for two hours on Saturdays and free all day Sunday. The venue is two blocks from City Hall and a short walk from Portage and Main, with transit nearby.
Is the venue accessible?
The Harlow Exchange is on the second floor of an 1880 heritage building. Guests enter at the corner of Albert Street and McDermot Avenue and climb about 25 stairs. A 6 x 7 foot service elevator runs from the rear alley loading dock, which sits about 3.5 feet above the alley, so it is set up for vendor load-in. If a guest has mobility needs, call us at (204) 400-5700 before booking and we will plan it together.
Can we see the space before booking?
Yes. Start with the four minute virtual tour. To walk the loft in person, request a private viewing and we will set a time.
A private celebration of life venue in downtown Winnipeg
The Harlow Exchange is a private venue for celebrations of life, memorial gatherings and receptions after a funeral in Winnipeg's Exchange District. The calm, light-filled heritage loft holds up to 50 guests and welcomes any caterer.
Families rent it by the hour, from $275, on any day of the week.
More ways to use the space
We are here to help
Check open dates, or call us and we will walk through the details with you.
Check dates and book Book a private viewing
Prefer to talk it through? Call (204) 400-5700.