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About The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre
The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre, known locally as The Met, is a historic theatre reborn as a versatile entertainment hub in downtown Winnipeg. Located at 281 Donald Street, this reimagined venue now hosts concerts, comedy, private events, and community celebrations in a space that honors its rich heritage while offering modern amenities. The Grand Hall seats up to approximately 550, with a total venue capacity around 1,000 attendees. The Met has welcomed notable events such as Winnipeg Jets playoff gatherings and NHL Entry Draft parties, making it a standout locale for live entertainment in Winnipeg’s core.
Whether you’re catching a show, booking a private function, or planning a night out with friends, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby stays and dining. Consider The Met your reliable, no‑hassle option for great seats and a convenient downtown experience.
Parking is available nearby, including Impark adjacent to The Met and Radisson Parking, with typical event rates ranging from the best available price CAD per car. The venue sits in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, with Winnipeg Transit bus routes serving the Donald Street area and connecting you to Portage Avenue and surrounding districts. For visitors needing overnight stays, nearby hotels like Radisson by Canad Inns and other downtown properties are within easy walking distance or a short ride, making reservations straightforward and stress‑free. When you’re ready to plan, we’ll help you secure your seats and point you toward trusted hotel and dining partners near The Met.
Tip: check our partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to enhance your visit, and keep an eye on official event pages for updates such as RESCHEDULED from its original date or Date to be announced changes.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 281 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1M9 (Canada).
- Venue type: historic theatre repurposed as a multi‑purpose entertainment centre and restaurant (The Met).
- Capacity: up to ~1,000 attendees overall; Grand Hall seats ~550. Original theatre capacity was around 2,500 seats before later renovations.
- Notable events hosted: Winnipeg Jets playoff games and NHL Entry Draft parties have been held at The MET.
- Renamed/demolished: Formerly Allen Theatre (opened 1919) and Metropolitan Theatre; reopened/renamed as The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre and The Met; alive and operating.
- Parking: nearby parking options include Impark adjacent to The MET and Radisson Parking; typical event parking in the area ranges about CAD 7–15 per car.
- Transit: located in downtown Winnipeg with access via Winnipeg Transit bus routes near Donald Street (examples include lines serving the Donald/Portage corridor).
- Nearby hotels: parking/area access tied to nearby hotels (e.g., Radisson by Canad Inns); additional downtown hotel options are within walking distance.