Francis Winspear Centre for Music

The Francis Winspear Centre for Music is a modern concert hall in downtown Edmonton with 1,716 seats. The building follows contemporary acoustic principles with curved balconies designed for optimal sound throughout the room.

The hall opened in 1997 and is named after philanthropist Francis G. Winspear, whose substantial financial gift made its construction possible. This investment helped create one of the city's most important cultural facilities.

The venue is home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and hosts diverse musical performances including classical concerts and jazz throughout the year. People gather here for events that shape the city's musical community.

The centre is located at Sir Winston Churchill Square in downtown Edmonton and is easily reached by public transit. The building is wheelchair accessible, allowing all visitors to enter comfortably.

The centre houses an impressive concert organ with over 6,500 pipes that was installed in 2002 and plays an integral role in many performances. This organ is one of the highlights for visitors wanting to experience classical music at its finest.

Location: Alberta

Inception: September 12, 1997

Official opening: September 1997

Capacity: 1716

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Winspear Centre

Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square NW

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-16:00

Phone: +17804281414

Email: box.office@winspearcentre.com

Website: https://winspearcentre.com

GPS coordinates: 53.54390,-113.48800

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:00