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...
Edmonton’s newest and chirpiest indie art market, OddBird Art & Craft Fair, is flying into Old Strathcona from May 10-12, 2024. The inaugural OddBird lineup features 65 artists and 3 community arts organizations from Edmonton and beyond. Get ready for colourful ceramics, indie literature, intricate beadwork, hand-dyed textiles, kids toys, art prints, and much more!...
The week-long Garage Sale is the most exciting time of the year to visit Knifewear! Every year, we visit our friends in Japan to find the hottest new knives and the best deals they have to offer. The event has grown to be legendary amongst chefs and knife aficionados, as well as with everyday people...
Multi Juno Award winning roots music artist Lester Quitzau, and one of Canada’s most creative, tasteful and multi award winning drummers - Sandro Dominelli will be performing at Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre (OSPAC) 8426 Gateway Boulevard in Edmonton on May 24. Presented by the Cosmopolitan Music Society, the duo will perform new material as...
NEWLIFE is opening up their doors for a second time May 25th. You’ll be able to shop their entire collection of 1,400+ hand picked vintage pieces from the 90’s and earlier. They will also have two jewelry brands popping up where you can accessorize with some permanent jewelry or handmade rings made from vintage cutlery....
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...
This year, the 4th annual Disco in the Park Festival becomes...DISCO IN THE PARKING LOT! This year's Disco In The Park music festival has condensed down into one epic day and night event in partnership with the Fruit Loop X Grindstone Theatre Society Pride Block Party weekend. An outdoor disco party, dancing in the streets in the...
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...
Described by Roots Music Canada as “The Pink Floyd of Folk Music” the Red Dirt Skinners are the multi-award winning multi-instrumentalist husband and wife team of Rob and Sarah Skinner. Widely regarded as one of the most innovative acts to come out of the UK in recent years. The duo cross more genres than would...
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...
Discover a treasure trove of unique offerings from over 35 local vendors at the Weekend Market this weekend! They are kicking the summer events off with a lovely market at The Old Strathcona Performing Arts 8426 GATEWAY BLVD (behind the Old Strathcona Farmers Market). Coffee & Sweet Eats, Permanent Jewelry Photo Op - Music &...
Improvaganza is one of the hottest improv festivals in the world, presented right here in Old Strathcona by Rapid Fire Theatre. From June 20-23, the Rapid Fire Exchange will host an incredible lineup of some of the most exciting improv comedy talent that the world has to offer, including Andrew Phung (Kim's Convenience, Last One...
