We run THE PURPLE ROOM OPEN MIC, a monthly showcase of talent in music, spoken word, and comedy. It takes place one Sunday a month September through May, with a featured performer kicking off the night with a half hour set. It then switches to weekly, every Monday from the end of June through the end of August, as we return to Old Market Square and its iconic Cube stage for the summer.

Most of our open mics are livestreamed on our YouTube, Facebook, and 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.

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.