How long is the experience?

The event runs about 90 minutes total: doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the timed competition starts at 7:00 p.m.

What are the group size requirements?

Teams are formed of 4–6 people per the listing; groups should plan to fit within that range for optimal gameplay.

Are there age restrictions?

No specific age limits were provided; use discretion for younger children in tight, low-light spaces and near stairs.

Is the house accessible?

This experience requires at least one group member being able to go up and down stairs; contact organizers if you have mobility concerns.

Beverages and signature Wonderland cocktails are available for purchase separately and are not included in ticket price.

Book in advance using the referral link in the listing to secure your preferred date and time.

Race the Clock at Dalnavert: Alice-Inspired Escape Game in Winnipeg

Dalnavert Down the Rabbit Hole drops you into a ticking Victorian house-mystery in downtown Winnipeg. Located at Dalnavert, a historic house museum in Winnipeg, Manitoba, this hour-and-a-half immersive escape-game borrows Alice in Wonderland imagery while keeping its feet on the creaky floorboards and grand staircases of a real period home. Teams of four to six race to follow the white rabbit’s trail through rooms staged with riddles, locks, and theatrical props, working against both the clock and other competitors.

The experience opens in the house’s parlor at 6:30 p.m., with the timed run beginning at 7:00 p.m. Players move through multiple rooms, unlocking secrets that react with authentic architectural features: winding staircases, original molding, glass-fronted cabinets and era-appropriate furnishings. Key features include the central staircase that serves as a physical and narrative axis, several ornate mantle clocks that tie into the time-restoration plot, and tight period rooms that force teams to slow down, talk, and collaborate.

What sets Dalnavert Down the Rabbit Hole apart is the venue itself. Unlike warehouse escape rooms built from scratch, this one uses a registered historic house as its gameboard; every puzzle is arranged around real artifacts and genuine Victorian-era rooms. The result is a tactile, intimate experience that foregrounds history as much as gamecraft. Because the house is an active heritage site, operators limit team sizes and require at least one person per group to be able to climb stairs—both practical safety measures and conservation-minded choices.

Practical notes: plan for 90 minutes total; doors open at 6:30 p.m., start at 7 p.m. Arrive early to collect tickets and hear the briefing. The game runs in low light and tight quarters; comfortable shoes and steady hands help more than brute strength. Bar service with Wonderland-themed cocktails is available separately for those who want to toast a win or soothe a near-miss.

Why book it during a Winnipeg visit? It’s a striking evening alternative to standard museum tours and a social, playful way to experience a piece of the city’s built heritage. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family aged appropriately, or a competitive office group, the mix of theatrical staging, authentic rooms, and timed pressure makes Dalnavert Down the Rabbit Hole a memorable, local-flavored adventure that turns history into hands-on puzzling.

Tickets sell out on event nights, so book in advance through the referral link and arrive prepared to move through narrow doorways and stairwells. The game is best for groups that enjoy collaborative problem solving rather than solitary puzzle play. If you have mobility constraints, contact the organizers before booking to discuss accommodations. After the run, linger in the bar area to compare solutions with other teams and soak up the house's authentic period atmosphere.

About Friends of Dalnavert Museum

Friends of Dalnavert Museum supports programming and public engagement at Dalnavert, a historic Victorian house museum in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The organization partners with museum staff to present guided tours, themed events, lectures, workshops, and community programs that interpret Victorian domestic life, local Métis history, medical and social histories, and seasonal family activities.

Programs include walking tours of downtown Winnipeg focused on Métis heritage and early 20th-century urban life, small-group Behind the Ropes tours led by the collections registrar, hands-on workshops such as darning classes, and specialized presentations on topics like Victorian drug culture and funeral customs. Friends of Dalnavert Museum emphasizes accessibility and community connection. Offerings include dementia-friendly tours and family-focused holiday programming such as Halloween tea parties and Victorian-themed celebrations.

Public historians, museum professionals, and volunteer supporters contribute to research, interpretation, and delivery, helping ensure content is historically informed and appropriate for diverse audiences. Events vary in length and format; many programs fit 45–60 minutes while special events run longer. As a Winnipeg-based heritage organization, Friends of Dalnavert Museum works within museum best practices to care for collections and to share local stories, including the history of the Red River Métis and the city’s social development. Visitors can expect small-group experiences, docent-led interpretation, and chances to see artifacts not normally on display. Programming aims to educate, preserve regional heritage, and invite community participation in understanding Winnipeg’s past. Membership and volunteer opportunities support ongoing preservation, research, and public accessibility while deepening local connections to Manitoba's cultural heritage and public education.