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Sunset

Winnipeg Sunset at The Forks

Grab a bite at The Forks Market, watch the sun dip below the horizon from the museum grounds, and finish the night with a drink nearby.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 150 min

Timeline

  1. 15:25

    The Forks Market

    Pick up snacks or a warm drink at The Forks Market. With hours from sunrise to sunset, it is fully open and perfect for grabbing something to eat before the evening chill sets in.

  2. 16:25

    Canadian Museum for Human Rights

    Walk to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Head to the viewing areas to find your spot. The museum is open until 17:00, so you have plenty of time to enter and settle in before the sun goes down.

  3. 16:55

    Canadian Museum for Human Rights

    Watch the sunset. At 16:55 the sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light begins at 16:01, offering a beautiful warm glow over the river and the city skyline.

  4. 17:40

    Club 200

    End the night at Club 200. It is open from 16:00 to 02:00, so it is ready for you to unwind with dining and events after the sun has set.

Local tip

The sun sets toward the WSW in January, so position yourself on the western-facing side of the museum grounds for the best view. Club 200 is an 18+ venue, so ensure you have ID.

Check before you go

  • The Forks Market is open sunrise to sunset, so it will be open during your visit.
  • The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is open Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00. Plan to arrive before 17:00 to enter.
  • Club 200 is open Mo-Su 16:00-02:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Winnipeg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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