We’re going to be starting a brand new PURPLE ROOM OPEN MIC, a showcase of talent in music, spoken word, and comedy. This open mic will take place one Sunday a month from September through May, while it switches to every Monday from the end of June through the end of August as we take over Old Market Square and its iconic Cube stage.

Our open mics will feature a new host and performer every show, and will be livestreamed on our YouTube, Facebook, and (when the tech works) Instagram.

The Purple Room produces events and stages throughout the city, most frequently at Assiniboia Downs for the long-running MANITOBA NIGHT MARKET & FESTIVAL and the MB FOOD TRUCK BATTLES. We also help with booking and producing other large events at the Downs.

While our season is done, we’ll be back for 2026! Application forms will go up in February.

THE GREAT PATIO SHOWDOWN has fast become a favourite at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival! Keep your eyes peeled here and our social media for announcements on our 2026 dates and lineups.

PANTS ON FIRE returned after a 4 and a half year break as a satellite show of the 2024 Winnipeg Comedy Festival! And yes, we will be back again at some point in the future.