City: Winnipeg
Top Things to do in Winnipeg
Top Restaurants in Winnipeg
What to do and see in Winnipeg, Canada: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Any city that can be the butt of a Simpson's joke ("That's it! We're all going back to Winnipeg!") and simultaneously one of the most vibrant cultural centers in Canada is tops in our book. The city's history of isolation and self-sufficiency means that Winnipeggers are unpretentious and sincere (and fun-loving enough to name Homer an honorary citizen). Though the winters are long and cold, there are plenty of indoor activities to both keep you warm and stimulate your imagination.
Restaurants in Winnipeg
1. The Real Escape Canada
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 502 reviews
Your team will be locked in a mysterious room filled with puzzles and clues. YOU HAVE 60 MINUTES TO ESCAPE. Use logic, skill, speed and teamwork to master the game and complete the tasks required to walk out the final door before the hour ends.
Reviewed By BookFreek99
I went for my birthday with 5 of my friends and we did 4 rooms; Escape Death Row, Nuclear Meltdown, The Bank Heist, and The Spaceship. Each room was very unique and had it's own style of puzzles, story line, and reasons to love them. My favourites of the 4 had to be Death Row and Spaceship due to the amount of teamwork and communication needed! Will definitely be back in the fall to tackle more!
2. Bad Axe Throwing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 328 reviews
Axe Throwing is a sport generally associated with loggers and lumberjacks, but we've brought the sport to Winnipeg (6-1393 Border Street) and turned it into a fun and exciting activity far more satisfying than miniature golf and laser tag. Bad Axe throwing is rated top-ranked activity for "Fun Activities & Games” according to TripAdvisor. It has proven popular with social gatherings along the lines of team-building exercises and birthday events. We have qualified instructors that will teach you the rules, safety precautions and basic techniques of hurling hatchets across a room, and by the end of the session participants can face off in fun games and a mini-tournament. We're the premier destination for birthday parties, corporate events, bachelor & bachelorette parties, any special occasions, or people looking for a fun outing with friends. Whether it's to pick up a new hobby or learn a new skill, our unique axe throwing experience is done in a fun & casual urban atmosphere.
Reviewed By abielca20004
It was a surprise how much fun can be throwing axes! The couch we had was awesome and made it so much fun birthday party!
3. Time Lapse Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
A real life escape game is where you're put in a room with the objective of either escaping or completing a final goal by using different elements in the room to solve a series of puzzles within a certain time frame. We strive to create the most realistic and original escape rooms out there with our off the wall ideas and innovations. From sight to sound and even smells of your chosen environment, we stimulate all your senses for a total immersive entertainment. A combination of theatrical and gaming experiences that will leave you wanting to come back and experience more.
Reviewed By 0chadw
We visited Time Lapse and chose the new room, Eye of the Spy. The experience was a great mix of atmosphere, diverse mixture of clues, effective use of props and a superb array of electronics. I've been to about a half dozen other rooms and this one blows them all away. We had made special T-shirts for our outing and the staff were very informative and engaging. I'd highly recommend trying out the latest room.
4. The Portal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
The Portal Winnipeg is the first Virtual Reality Arcade in the city, and the fourth in Canada. We offer a range of games and experiences which cater for gamers and non gamers alike.
Reviewed By leahlmt10
Our host Chris was very cordial, friendly and helpful. The overall VR experience was super fun, there was plenty of great games for both adults and kids. Will definitely be returning!! Another huge selling point; it’s licensed!
5. Activate Games
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
Activate is a state of the art facility with a wide variety of gaming experiences. You and your group enter inside a video game experience and become the players to actively and mentally complete challenges. Unlike virtual reality, Activate is a real life experience. Each player is given an electronic wristband synced to their player profile to track scores and game completion.
Reviewed By danib017
Activate is unlike any other place I’ve experienced. I’ve been here twice: once for a girls night and the second time for my boyfriend’s birthday. As a 20-something year old, it’s not easy to find group activities that don’t involve going to a bar or going to the movies. This is a fun, active, social activity with the right amount of time (90 mins) and varying levels for any age. We’re fortunate to have something like this in Winnipeg!
6. Enigma Escapes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 595 reviews
Winnipeg's most immersive live escape room experience. You and your group of 4 to 10 people will be "locked" in a themed room. You will have 60 minutes to escape the room by solving puzzles and breaking codes found throughout the room. Ten different themes available catering to skill levels from beginner to advanced. Perfect for family and friends. Call if you have any questions. We are happy to help you plan your escape adventure. Now with three convenient locations to serve you.
Reviewed By 95shawnb - Winnipeg, Canada
I took my team here for a team building event and it was awesome! So much more advanced than the other escape room I had don previously, and our game master was very helpful when we needed it - just subtle hints that helped out when needed.
7. Codebreakers Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
You're locked in. You have 60 minutes. Can you escape in time? Real life escape games for groups of 2-8 people (more than 8? Try our team duels!). 4 Levels of play plus one room just for kids!
Reviewed By cineplex - Winnipeg, Canada
Enchanted Forest - kid's level was excellent! We were a group of 2 children ages 6 and 9 and 2 adults. It was the first escape room for the kids. The room(s) - including secret rooms! and clues were creative, exciting and the right level for the kids and still fun for the adults. The kids are pumped for their next escape room adventure - Highly recommended by all of us.
8. Lumberjax Axe Throwing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Axe throwing is one of the fastest growing indoor recreational sports and is now open in Winnipeg. LUMBERJAX offers complete axe throwing technique and safety lessons prior to each session. Our staff then leads you into competition matches against your friends. Our large, 10 lane facility is perfect for team wind-ups, birthday parties, bachelor/ette parties, corporate events, walk-ins & much more!
9. Speedworld
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 27 reviews
Speedworld Indoor Kart Track is the best place to get your adrenalin pumping! Karts reaching speeds up to 60 km per hour on our 1/4 km INDOOR track. Check out our website for our weekday specials! Members receive weekly coupons via email! Whether it's for a bachelor party, birthday party or corporate event we fulfill your NEED for SPEED!
Reviewed By arrono2016 - Kingston, Canada
Went with 40 coworkers in full on race setup as a retreat from work to build on morale and teamwork. Also, Fully paid for by work which was nice. The building is nice, ample free parking, the carts are awesome (some are faster), the staff is friendly and the racing was excellent. Some of the helmets are getting gross and need to be replaced. You can definitively get very competitive but the staff keeps you in line (no bumping). The fumes do build up and can start to get to you. Overall an excellent experience.
10. Epic Escape
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 41 reviews
YOU HAVE 60 MINUTES TO ESCAPE THE ROOM. EPIC ESCAPE is a unique experience that will challenge you on every level. In each of our rooms, you will be transported to a different place and time and will be dared to think differently and work as a team.
