Old Strathcona Business Association, Edmonton

Cooking With Mama
2023-03-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Narayanni’s Restaurant, 10131 81 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6E1W9, Canada
You won’t want to miss this delightful evening! “COOKING WITH MAMMA”
Monday March 20th (First day of Spring!)
6PM – 8PM

See this group of SMILING FACES… They are smiling because they were just treated to:

A FULL MEAL (abundant portions!)
Live-demo of Mamma’s cooking secrets
A Hot homemade Chai
Laughter and Fun!
Register today- You will be Smiling too!
Fee: $50
Email us to register: info@narayannis.com
Or send a direct message!

Menu for the Evening:
SOUP
Beet soup

SALAD
Tabouli salad

APPETIZER
Pakoras (Yum!)

ENTREES
Vegetable biryani (Fine Indian dish served on special occasions)

Dahl

Mamma’s famous Butternut squash

DESSERT
Indian tapioca pudding

**Wine and beer also available for purchase

So much Fun!
So much YUM.

Don’t miss this evening!
Come Smile With Us.

A Evening Of Spirit
2023-04-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Old Strathcona Antique Mall, 10323 78 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6E1N8
Alongside psychics and shopping, enjoy bidding in a silent auction to support the Bourgeault family as they fight through Karter’s DIPG diagnosis.

DIPG affects approximately 30 children each year in Canada and there is a ZERO percent survival rate.

Join us for a night of psychics, private shopping, and a silent auction at the Old Strathcona Antique Mall!

Purchase tickets here.

Ticket proceeds will be donated to Brain Cancer Canada

"Through Our Eyes" Film Screening
2023-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Elements Outfitters, 8222 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E4B2, Canada
A film screening from the backcountry hunting & fishing and conservation perspective.
Hosted by Elements Outfitters Edmonton.
Grab your ticket!

Explore Edmonton Clean Up Challenge
2023-04-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Goodwill, 10110 82 Ave NW #205, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
You’re invited to help us clean up our city and to create a more vibrant destination.
On Friday, April 21st, 2023, Explore Edmonton is getting organizations together to contribute to the community we all care about.
It may be a corporate challenge – but we’re inviting everyone to support this effort to clean up our community as we head into summer!
Meet us at Goodwill on Whyte Avenue, 10110 82 Avenue – we’ll bring the supplies; you bring your team (or friends & family), and together, let’s clean up our city!
When your bags are full, bring them on back to the Goodwill parking lot and grab yourself a free snack from our neighbours at Wafflebird + Woahnuts!

Earth Day Film Screening - Patagonia's "Mind Over Mountain"
2023-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Elements Outfitters, 8222 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E4B2, Canada
Celebrate Earth Day at Elements Outfitters Edmonton in collaboration with POW Canada with a screening of Patagonia’s “Mind Over Mountain”
Grab your ticket!

Falafel's 4th Birthday Pawty
2023-04-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Alberta
#yeg dogs, it’s time to Pawty!

Gift bags for the first 30 guests
Portraits, food trucks, free goodies, pupper play time

@scars_care will be there collecting donations for our furry friends in need! We ask those who can to bring a wish list item or make a small donation.
Stay tuned to meet the businesses who have partnered with us to make this the best day ever!

HI-LIGHT FESTIVAL @ THE BUCKINGHAM
2023-04-30 16:00 - 22:00 | The Buckingham, 10439 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6E2A1, Canada
Highlighting our local music scene.
Hi-Light Festival presents:
Grizzly Trail w/guests All The Time Everywhere and Balderdash
18+
Door Time: 4 PM

Grab your tickets here!

Brews & Cameras
2023-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | PhatBar Bakery, 10813 82 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6E2B2, Canada
Join McBain for Brews & Cameras, 7pm on Wednesday, May 24th at PhatBar Bakery & Cafe on Whyte Avenue. Meet new like-minded friends and have great conversations about the art of photography, all for the low price of a drink and some munchies! Save your seat, register today!

PRIDE Block Party Presented by TD
2023-06-03 12:00 - 22:00 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
Fruit Loop is excited to be kicking off Edmonton’s Pride month and bring you some incredible 2SLGBTQ+ programming this June in support of our friends at Rainbow Refuge!!!
We’re partnering with our besties at the Grindstone Theatre from June 2-4 for a Pride kick-off weekend of epic proportions. Pride activities will be returning to Old Strathcona in west Ritchie AKA the garage district as we host a series of outdoor live performances, drag shows, dancers, photo booths, community booths, workshops, food trucks, beer gardens and late night dance parties to kick off Pride month here in Edmonton.
Many thanks to our Presenting Sponsor TD with outstanding support from Sea Change Brewing, the Old Strathcona Business Association, the Community-Based Research Centre, Edmonton Unlimited, Freddie, and Pattison Advertising!
SATURDAY JUNE 3 | ALL AGES
OUTDOOR MAIN STAGE (ALL AGES)
12:00pm – Saturday Drag Brunch
1:30pm – Story Time
2:30pm – Live Music (musical guests to be announced!)
5:00pm – Welcome + Happy Pride Remarks
5:30pm – Haus of Art Takeover
7:00pm – Indigi-Hauz of Beaver Hills Takeover
8:00pm – Prairie Fairy Showdown (cash prize for first place!)
9:00pm – Fruit Loop Showcase
FESTIVAL GROUNDS (ALL AGES)
1:00pm to 5:00pm – Puppet Crafting
2:30pm to 4:00pm – Doggos and Drag Queens Photos
AFTER HOURS AT THE GRINDSTONE THEATRE (18+)
10:00pm til late – STUD Party

Canadian Cycling Road Championships Criterium
2023-06-26 | Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Canada
The Criterium will take place in Old Strathcona along Whyte Avenue. This area has ample parking, dining, and viewing options for the 1.3km loop course. Junior athletes will compete in the afternoon with Elite riders championing a twilight criterium. Feel the buzz of the crowd along the city’s busiest streets to cheer on the best.
Event schedule.

Whyte Avenue Art Walk
2023-07-07 10:00 - 2023-07-09 17:00 | Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Canada
The Whyte Avenue Art Walk is an outdoor studio and gallery featuring hundreds of working artists. For three days every July, artists and their art fill the sidewalks of Old Strathcona. It’s an original experience that artists love. Artists are encouraged to bring their supplies and their ideas and make art right on site, providing an exciting opportunity for visitors to become engaged in many creative processes.

Vintage and Collectible Pop Up Market
2023-07-09 14:00 - 18:00 | Alberta
The Black Dog Vintage and Collectible Pop Up Market is back this summer!

The market will be held on Sunday, July 9th in the Barking Lot, located in the back of The Black Dog. The patio area is fully licensed, so feel free to enjoy an adult beverage before, after, or while you shop!

Cool kitsch & collectibles, men’s & women’s clothing, housewares, jewellery and other fun items will be available. Multiple vendors. No entrance fee.

Please note that The Black Dog, including the patio, is a no minors establishment, so children and babies are not permitted.

Mural Massive 2023 featuring Carter & The Capitals
2023-09-02 14:00 - 2023-09-03 14:00 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
Grindstone Theatre Society’s Mural Massive is back for its 4th year Saturday September 2nd featuring the amazing Carter & The Capitals, Kate Steven’s, SOUR, Landon Bushell, Ntwali, Jung Kings, plus comedy from Brad Semotiuk & Jules Ballufi, DJ sets from Aladean Kheroufi, Polyesterday, DJ Tr<3th, Freshlan, Joses and live Techno and electronic music at the after party from Benk, Safa1 and Otuon (Vancouver)
This multifaceted festival brings together Edmontons top and upcoming mural artists, comedians, bands, solo artists and djs for a sprawling choose your own adventure event with live art, and live comedy and music in The Grindstone’s Mural Garden Patio, and The Grindstone Theatre main stage. The party runs from 2pm-2am aswe kick off the Mural painting that will happen over the week following.
*Mural Massive is a part of Edmonton Mural Festival and supported by The Paint Spot, Sonic 102.9, and MinBid

Blood on the Clocktower
2023-10-31 18:00 - 23:00 | The Hexagon Board Game Cafe, 10750 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, 6E 2A8, Canada
Join us for an evening of cocktails filled with MURDER, MYSTERY, and DECEPTION in a social deduction game of good vs evil. We will be decorating the cafe to help create an immersive experience. The more players the better!

Waffle Bird Turns 2!
2024-02-24 11:00 - 20:00 | Waffle Bird, 8116 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Waffle Bird is celebrating its second birthday on Saturday, February 24th from 11 am to 8 pm!
To celebrate, you can enjoy $2 baby bird sandwiches (limit of 2/customer) and a chance to win a $200 gift card! Every $20 spent will earn you an entry to win.
These promotions are available in-store only and quantities may be limited. No seating on premises so plan accordingly.
See you then!

Urban Sketching Week
2024-05-01 - 2024-05-07 | Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Canada
Coming up May 1-7, 2024 is International Urban Sketchers Week.
It’s an event happening all over the world and open to anyone interested in urban sketching.
We’ve put together a list of daily prompts to inspire you for the week and are connecting with a few other local groups and The Paint Spot to share the love of drawing in our community. The themes will focus in on the Old Strathcona area but the prompts are general enough that you should be able to join in on the fun and sketch from anywhere.

Jane's Walk Tour - Reimagining the Public Realm in Old Strathcona
2024-05-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Strathcona Backstreet Plaza, 10325 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Join the Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy team and the Old Strathcona Business Association, to envision a new future for parks, plazas, parking lots, sidewalks, alleys and streets in the Old Strathcona area. This Jane’s Walk will highlight a few of the draft strategy’s proposed (future) actions, while showcasing some of the OSBA’s recent investments to improve the visitor experience.
When: Sunday, May 5th at 11:00 AM
Where: Strathcona Back Street Plaza (located across the street from the farmers’ market)
Hosts: Cherie Klassen, OSBA Executive Director; Marco Melfi, OSPRS Principal Planner; Carley Holt, OSPRS Principal Planner
Please note, the walk will be outside on sidewalks/hard surfaces.
To learn more about Jane’s Walk visit their website here.
Click here to reserve your free ticket to participate in the Old Strathcona Jane’s Walk.

Grindstone Theatre Presents: Hotdog Social
2024-05-26 16:00 - 21:00 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
Our Hotdog Social promises something for everyone! Treat yourself to an unforgettable culinary experience, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere created by Chef Robin Wasicuna, an Indigenous chef in Sombak’e (Yellowknife) on Chief Drygeese Territory, Treaty 8, and our passionate team.
For just $25, reserve your seat and indulge in an experience like never before. Your ticket
includes:
● All-you-can-eat BBQ (Hot Dogs, Burgers and more) crafted by Chef Robin Wasicuna.
● Exclusive drink specials
● 90 minute bookings on our outdoor mural garden patio
● Punk rock music
● Complimentary sampling of our new summer menu
● Exciting door prizes, including gift certificates
When: Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 4-9 PM
Where: 10019 81 Ave, Grindstone Theatre

Pride Street Festival - Presented by Fruit Loop
2024-06-01 11:00 - 22:00 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
Fruit Loop is excited to kick off Edmonton’s Pride month again to bring you some incredible 2SLGBTQ+ programming this June in support of our friends at Rainbow Refuge!!!
We’re partnering with our besties at the Grindstone Theatre June 1 for a FREE, ALL AGES, Pride kick-off of epic proportions. Pride activities will be returning to Old Strathcona in west Ritchie AKA the garage district as we host a series of outdoor live performances, drag shows, dancers, photo booths, community booths, workshops, food trucks, beer gardens and late night dance parties to start Pride month off with a bang.
SATURDAY JUNE 1 | GRINDSTONE THEATRE GROUNDS (ALL AGES)
OUTDOOR MAIN STAGE (ALL AGES)
11:00am – Gates open
12:00pm – Drag Brunch – BrunchaLinta ft. Ladonna Stone and friends!
1:30pm – Drag Story Time
2:30pm – Live Music
4:00pm – YEG Ballroom Showcase + Discussion
5:30pm – Haus of Art Takeover Artasia
6:00pm – Welcome + Happy Pride Remarks
6:45pm – Treaty 7 Drag Showcase produced by Cedar T.
9:00pm – Finale Performance Showcase

Urban Development Institute Edmonton Presents: The New Old Strathcona Field Trip
2024-06-13 15:00 - 19:00 | Strathcona Town Centre, 7915 104 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Arguably one of Edmonton’s most commercially active neighbourhoods, Old Strathcona is seeing an evolution and renaissance. Explore the new development projects that are underway and hear from the city builders behind them.
During this Field Trip, we will hear from:

Andrew McLellan, City of Edmonton
Cherie Klassen, Old Strathcona Business Association
Chris Dulaba, Go Group
And more!

We will visit:

Station Park
Strathcona Back Street
Crawford Block
Raymond Block
Strathcona Hotel
The Hat
West Ritchie
And more!

When: June 13, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Start Location: Strathcona Town Centre Parking Lot (7915 104 Street Edmonton, AB)
We will end the tour at a local venue for a social gathering with appetizers and a beverage, included with your ticket.
This will be a walking public tour, please wear comfortable shoes.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite
Deadline to register is Thursday, June 6, 2024.

Yoga Within Presents: Pride Free Yoga Day
2024-06-30 09:30 - 12:30 | Yoga Within, 8135 102 St NW #302, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 4A4, Canada
Come celebrate Pride with Yoga Within! Join them for free classes all day June 30th in a variety of styles to kick off the summer and to celebrate Pride through yoga.
They are also offering a few promotions that day please below:

When you attend a class you qualify for 10% off either a 5-class pass or 10-class pass when purchased in studio on Free Yoga Day
Bring a NEW friend – Both you & your friend will get 25% off a 5-class pass when purchased in studio on Free Yoga Day

Where: Yoga Within, #302, 8135 102 Street
When: June 30, 2024 from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Goodwill on Whyte Fashion Show
2024-07-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Goodwill, 10110 82 Ave NW #205, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Welcome to the Fashion Show on Whyte! Join us at the Goodwill Whyte Ave Thrift Store and Donation Centre for a fabulous day of style, inclusion, and sustainability. Watch as local models strut their stuff in one-of-a-kind thrifted outfits, showcasing the latest trends in fashion. From vintage gems to upcycled masterpieces, this event celebrates the beauty of second-hand shopping. Plus enjoy a special performance by Bollywheels, an inclusive Bollywood style dance troupe. Don’t miss out on this exciting showcase of creativity, thriftiness, and community!

Old Strathcona Farmers' Market Special Sunday Pop-up
2024-07-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton
The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market will be OPEN SUNDAY, July 14 from 11 am – 3 pm for a Special Festival Pop-up Street Market in collaboration with the Whyte Avenue Art Walk.
For our Sunday market, you will see a special selection of local artisans, farmers, and food trucks to treat the community.
Join us in Old Strathcona for a gloriously vibrant weekend of artistic imagination, entertainment, and community – there’s something for everyone.
This event is not to be missed!
When: Sunday, July 14th, from 11 am -3 pm
Where: 10310 83 Ave, Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
Visit the website for pop-up vendors & food truck listings.

Band in the Park - Presented by Alberta Culture Days & Cosmopolitan Music Society
2024-09-14 11:00 - 12:30 | Dr. Wilbert Mcintyre Park, Edmonton, Canada
Cosmopolitan Music kicks off its 61st season with a free concert in McIntyre Park on Saturday, Sept 14th, 2024 from 11 am-12:30 pm. Dr. Taina Lorenz will conduct a 40-musician concert band in a showcase of movie soundtracks, marches, folk tunes and classical pieces … something for everyone’s ears! There will even be opportunities for you to join CMS, no matter what your experience with music, as well as check out the season’s offerings.
This outdoors concert is free to the public and will take place in McIntyre Park on 83rd Ave in Old Strathcona.

OSPAC Open House - Songs & Stories of Music in Edmonton
2024-09-27 20:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Join the Cosmopolitan Music Society and Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre for an entertaining and educational look at diverse musical genres from local and global perspectives. Enjoy performances and discussions that reflect the wealth of talent offered by local Edmonton artists, from September 27-29th.
Friday Sept. 27 8pm-midnight – Blues to Rock, hosted by Lionel Rault. Featuring Ron Rault, Bill Hobson, David Aide, Dave Babcock, and Punch Drunk Cabaret
Saturday Sept. 28 1-5pm – Celtic & Folk, hosted by Maria Dunn. Featuring Shannon Johnson, Jeremiah McDade, Terry McDade, Debbie Houle, Jamie Burns, Sherryl Sewepagaham and the CMS Chorus
Saturday Sept. 28 8pm-midnight – Hip Hop, hosted by Bobby T. Featuring Darren Jordan, Touch, Dirt Gritie, KazMega, and more. Co-produced by Arlo Maverick
Sunday Sept. 29 1-5pm – Electroacoustic, hosted by Dr. Shawn Pinchbeck. Featuring Boreal Electro Acoustic Music Society (BEAMS), CMS winds and percussion, and Bordeaux
Enjoy free admission to all sessions.

Harvest Festival: Presented by the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
2024-09-28 08:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-29 11:00 - 15:00 | Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton
The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market is thrilled to announce its first-ever Harvest Festival, 2 days of celebration filled with community spirit, great food, and family fun!
Join us for a vibrant indoor and outdoor event featuring over 150 vendors, showcasing the finest locally grown produce, artisanal goods, and baked delights. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients, unique crafts, or simply enjoying a day out with family, the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market will be the place to be.
Much like the many festivals in the heart of Old Strathcona, we will be spilling out in front of the market doors with 83 Avenue blocking traffic for guests to explore safely. Please be prepared to dismount your bicycles and follow the detour signs.
Event Highlights

Opening ceremony POW WOW and Round Dance, Saturday starting at 9:00 am
Live local music and special guest speakers at the outdoor stage on 83 Ave starting at 10:00 am
A wide selection of food trucks offering refreshing treats and hot food to eat at the patio tables on 83 Ave
A kid’s crafts + story time tent by the Edmonton Public Library
Live community mural painting powered by The Paint Spot
Community Booth fundraising opportunities with the Canadian Cancer Society – Run for the Cure, SCARS – Second Chance Rescue Society, The Edmonton Food Bank, and more
Celebrity Chef, Shane Chartrand, meet and greet
Sunday Family Funday with family-friendly street performers!

Magic show
Dancing robot
DJ dance party
Giveaways!

Check it out: Saturday, September 28, 8 am – 3 pm & Sunday, September 29, 11 am – 3 pm
Bike lane detours, please watch for detours and dismount bikes. Free Bike Valet Saturday only! Free 2-hour customer parking on Saturday and Sunday.

Reimagining Old Strathcona - A Jane's Walk With Paths for People
2024-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Strathcona Backstreet Plaza, 10325 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
​Presented by Paths for People and Old Strathcona Business Association, join us for this free event, as we walk along Whyte Ave discussing how the Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy can enhance the vibrancy of the area for residents, businesses, and visitors.
​This event will start at the Strathcona Back Street in front of the large mural at 1:00 PM. The walk will end back at the starting point.
​Please click here to RSVP for the walk and help us prepare for the event.
​We’re excited to see you there!

​Want to show your support for the Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy? Send a letter to Council!
​In collaboration with Paths for People, we have also launched a joint letter writing campaign advocating for Edmonton City Councillors to advance the Old Strathcona Public Realm Strategy (OSPRS) and move forward with next steps for funding and implementation of the strategy.
​Find out more about the project and access our letting writing tool here.

Halloween Critical Mass Bike Ride
2024-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Strathcona Backstreet Plaza, 10325 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Join YEG Bike Coalition on October 25th for a Halloween themed bike ride! They will be leaving Churchill Square at 5:30 then riding about 8km to the Strathcona Backstreet Plaza on 83rd Ave. There will be a post-ride social/cash mob with door prizes at the end in Old Strathcona, for those that would like to join!
This is is an all ages and abilities, family-friendly event. Children on cargo bikes, bakfiets, in trailers, etc. are welcomed to come and play. People on e-bikes, roller-blades, scooters or any other other micro-mobility devices are also welcome (basically anything that doesn’t have a gas motor)!
What is Critical Mass?
Critical Mass rides are to make visible the number of cyclists in a city and remind city administrators that we require safe, smart, and effective infrastructure to allow us to use our bicycles (or other human-scale devices like scooters, e-bikes, etc.).
Don’t forget to bring:

Halloween Costumes
Lights
Noise Makers
Signs (if safe to do so)
Camera
Helmets (Required for children; optional but recommended for adults)

This ride will have a Halloween theme to it because – it can be scary out there… and it shouldn’t be!
Please make sure your costumes keep you warm/dry, and don’t hamper your vision or mobility, etc. Let’s have some fun!
RSVP for this FREE family-friendly Halloween event on Eventbrite here.
Note: Lime will be offering a discount code for anyone that would like to use one of their e-bikes or scooters for the event. Please register if you would like to take advantage of this and to help us make sure there are enough scooters and bikes available from Lime!

Global Pet Foods: Pet Halloween Party
2024-10-26 11:00 - 17:00 | Global Pet Foods, 7904 104 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E4C8, Canada
Global Pet Foods is throwing a Pet Halloween Pawty on October 26th that you don’t want to miss! Grab your furry friend and head down between 11 am to 5 pm for 15% off the entire store, a trick for treats promotion, and so much more!
