Old Strathcona Business Association, Edmonton

Royal Bison Art and Craft Fair: Winter 2022
2022-12-02 17:00 - 2022-12-04 16:00, 2022-11-25 17:00 - 2022-11-27 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
The Royal Bison Art & Craft Fair is back for Winter 2022! Check out amazing art+design+craft for two weekends over the holidays, right in the heart of Old Strathcona.
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Nov 25-27 & Dec 2-4, 2022
8426 Gateway Blvd
The Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre
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Two rooms of neat + sweet art and prints, apparel, toys, ceramics, local literature, photography, design, film, zines, self-gifts, textiles, woodworking, music, miscellany, the just plain weird + all your friends!
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Friday 5-9 • Saturday 10-5 • Sunday 10-4
$4 • kids get in free

Winter Whyte Light Up 2022
2022-11-26 16:00 - 19:00 | McIntyre Park, 8331 104 Street, Edmonton
Join the Old Strathcona Business Association as we light up McIntyre Park to kick-off the holiday season. On Saturday, November 26, we’re turning McIntyre Park and 83 Avenue into a winter wonderland with our 5th annual Winter Whyte Light Up! Outdoor activities are family-friendly and FREE. Plus, there will be plenty of hot drinks and winter treats available for purchase and fire pits to keep you cozy. We invite you to start your holiday season in District Whyte!

Free Family Fun:

EPL story time – 5:15pm inside the library and 6pm fireside
EPL scavenger hunt kits available until 6pm
Flying Canoë Volant photobooth with Voyageurs
Ice on Whyte live ice carving demonstration
Firepits across the entire 83 Avenue site
Musicians, street performers and roving winter characters (full performance schedule below)
Christmas carols with the Knox Evangelical Church choir
Dave Jukebox Lee at the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
OSBA Info Tent

We are also collecting donations for the Edmonton Food Bank and Old Strathcona Youth Society (OSYS). Bring new or gently used winter coats 🧥 (all sizes and genders) and winter boots 🥾 (men’s sizes 10, 11, 12, women’s sizes 7, 8, 9) for OSYS. Drop your winter clothing donations off outside of the farmers’ market.
Help us stuff the streetcar 🚋 which will be decorated for the holidays at the Whyte Avenue platform! Bring your food bank donations to the streetcar platform on Whyte Ave, between Gateway Boulevard and 102 Street (beside the public washrooms) and get yourself a ticket to Spin-to-Win at our info tent. Prizes include OSBA toques and tote bags (while supplies last) and gift cards to neighbourhood businesses.

Paid activities, Food and Drink:

Photobooth with Mrs. Claus ($5). Limited number of photos, book yours now: tickets.fringetheatre.ca
Flying Canoe tire sur la neige (maple taffy) $3
Mr. Capy food truck from Avila Arepa (South American street food, including churros, hot chocolate and empanadas)
Pop-up vendors at the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market

Canadian Kettle Corn (popcorn, mini-donuts, cotton candy, hot and cold drinks)
OSFM kitchen (hot chocolate, tea, coffee, pop, water, grilled cheese, hot dogs, chili and soup of the day)
The Candyman
The Quarter Section (cinnamon buns, pastries)
Theo’s Greek Kusina (baklava)
Fantasy Pretzels (pretzels, mini-donuts, meat pies, lemonade)
Ayco Bakery (meat pies, savoury pastries, cookies)
Canadian Kettle Corn (popcorn, mini donuts, cotton candy)

Winter favourites and extended hours at Sugared & Spiced, The Woodrack Cafe, and Fringe Grounds Cafe
🐶 “Dog Nog” for $2.50 and other pet snacks from Global Pet Foods-Whyte Ave ($1 from dog nog donated to Zoe’s Animal Rescue)

Old Strathcona is a pet-friendly business district! All of the outdoor events during Winter Whyte Light Up will be pet-friendly, as long as four-legged visitors are on a leash. And there are more than 40 stores and services where you and your pet can shop together. Check them our on our pet-friendly map.
And don’t forget about our Shop Hop, Thursday-Saturday.

Instagrammable:

Holiday displays in McIntyre Park, including the gazebo and mega-trees
Ice on Whyte live carving demonstration
Flying Canoe voyageurs and mini-canoe
Mrs. Claus and a cast of winter characters
The High Level Bridge Streetcar decorated for the holidays (at the Whyte Avenue platform)

Musicians on the McIntyre Park stage:

Twophonium – 4:15pm
Jay Gilday – 4:45pm
Knox Church caroling – 5:20pm
Twophonium – 5:40pm
Cynthia Hamar – 6:05pm
Hosted by Rhea March, from CJSR’s “It Takes a Village”

Street performers and Circus Artists:

Copper Cowboy
Hula Hoop Circus
The Winter Fairy
The Royal Guards

In the Fringe Threat lobby:

The Great Balanzo – 4:45pm
Hula Hoop Circus – 5:30pm
Knox Church caroling – 6:30pm

At the Whyte Avenue streetcar platform (between Gateway Blvd. and 102 Street)

Knox Church caroling – 4:30pm
Twophonium – 5pm

For the adults:

The Mrs. Claus Holiday Spectacular (18+) at the Edmonton Fringe Arts Barns. Two shows in one night, at 7pm and 9pm. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door (limited walk-up tickets). Tickets on sale now: tickets.fringetheatre.ca
Drag & Burlesque performers:

Artasia
Beau Creep
Colin Bae
Heinrich Hollandaise
LaDonna Stone
LeTabby Lexington
Orpheus
Pepper
Scarlett Von Bomb
Selena Cuchina
and Claudia Hartout as Mrs. Claus

Thank you to our sponsors!

Winter Whyte Light Up is supported by the Edmonton Arts Council and the City of Edmonton
Winter City Edmonton
ATB Branch for Arts and Culture
Long & McQuade
Explore Edmonton
Thank you to our partners:
Goodwill Alberta, Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, Flying Canoe Volant & La Cite Francophone, Ice on Whyte, Edmonton Public Library, Edmonton Fringe, Acme Circus, Edmonton Food Bank, Old Strathcona Youth Society, The Mustard Seed, Knox Church
Festival support:
Bird Creatives, Jin Media, CJSR, Five Star Holiday Décor

Local Love Market
2022-11-19 13:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-08 12:00 - 17:00 | NEWLIFE Clothing, Rear Entrance, 10012 79 Avenue Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E1R5, Canada
Support local and sustainable fashion at the Local Love Market. There will be a curated collection of small, local businesses featuring hand-made and vintage clothing. Hosted by NEWLIFE Clothing at 10012 79 Avenue NW, entrance at the rear of the building. Free entry for all shoppers!

The Market Off Whyte
2022-11-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
The Market off Whyte is an awesome holiday shopping indie event featuring the creativity of local and province-wide crafters, designers and artisans. It’s unique and different! If you are looking for a fun and affordable one-of-a-kind experience, join us.

Art From The Unknown 2022
2022-11-04 - 2022-11-06 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Art From the Unknown is MLA Rachel Notley’s annual art gallery for visual and performing artists. The show provides free hanging space and performance opportunities for emerging Alberta artists.
This iconic event is celebrating 16 years of displaying homegrown art, from every corner of our beautiful province!
Art From The Unknown 2022 will be a hybrid event. The online gallery will premiere in October and an in-person gallery will be hosted from November 4 to 6 at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre. More than 500 visitors are expected to attend this free event, and artists will have an opportunity to sell their work.

The Cauldron Market: Halloween Edition
2022-10-29 11:00 - 2022-10-30 16:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
We are excited to bring you YEG’s newest alternative maker’s market.
35+ amazing vendors!⁠
Join the Ritual! October 29th from 11 am to 7pm and October 30th from 11 am to 4 pm at 8426 Gateway boulevard⁠. Free Admission & open to all ages⁠

Tomo Arts Market: Spooky Edition
2022-10-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Tomo Arts Market is a local Edmonton artist alley created by a group of artist friends focusing on alternative art styles, cute merchandise, anime prints, comics and much more.
We are back this year for a very cute spooky fall market!
Join us for a friendly show- a curated hand-designed and crafted market featuring 35+ local makers under one roof. Supporting local, small businesses has never been easier. Located conveniently off of Whyte avenue, this free event is fully accessible and open to the public!
First 20 attendees will be receiving an early bird prize.

The Witchery Market
2022-10-21 16:00 - 2022-10-23 16:00 | Acacia Hall, 10433 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2C7, Canada

Community Appreciation Event
2022-10-19 17:30 - 2022-10-22 16:00 | Roots on Whyte, 8135 102 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E4A4, Canada
The Roots on Whyte Community Building is hosting a 3 day event to show appreciation for its amazing community.

October 19, 5:30 – 9:00pm
October 20, 6:00 – 9:00pm
October 22, 11:00 – 4:00 pm

You can look forward to:

educational talks from exceptional wellness professionals
mini complimentary facial + massage sessions (book yourself in at the lobby starting Oct 12th!)
complimentary refreshments
complimentary yoga sessions
complimentary parking (on 19 & 20)
epic prizes to reward one lucky winner each day
live music on Saturday

Love Local Market
2022-10-09 12:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
An intimate, boutique shopping experience featuring some of Edmonton’s BEST local quality goods.
Inspired by artisan markets in Europe you can expect a bright, open market with a beautiful, clean aesthetic at the Love Local Makers Market. The market will feature 25 makers and high quality artisans selling homemade items, delicious treats, fashion finds and beautiful décor plus much much more!

Mini Faerie Market and Birthday Celebration
2022-10-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Where Faeries Live, 10425 79 Avenue Nw, Edmonton
Where Faeries Live is celebrating 25 years of business! We are so happy to invite you to a birthday bash and mini market. We have lots of activities planned, including cake, cider, friends, crafts and raising funds for our favorite animal rescue!

Alt After Dark Night Market
2022-09-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Alt After Dark is a regular alternative Night Market located close to Whyte Avenue. 35+ vendors, artists, designers and local brewers.

Clayworks Summer Market Series
2022-09-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Viva Clayworks, 10125 81 Avenue Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1W9, Canada
Join Viva Clayworks in the sunshine and fresh air as they welcome local makers and you to meet in their open air Market! If you’re looking for some ceramic or potted goods, make sure to check it out!
Follow them on Instagram @clayworks.market to keep up to date with upcoming markets and a list of vendors.

Mustard Seed Community Market
2022-09-08 11:00 - 16:00 | McIntyre Park, 8331 104 Street, Edmonton

Antique Mall Parking Lot Sale
2022-09-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Old Strathcona Antique Mall Parking Lot, 10323 78 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, t6e 1 n8, Canada
With OVER 80+ vendors, fantastic deals, and tens of thousands of treasures to be found!
Antiques, collectibles, furniture, retro, vintage, china, art, sports stuff, tools, toys, and so much more!
Runs 9:00 am to 4:00 pm but early birds are welcome.
Food trucks, ATMs, and porta potties onsite. Plan to spend a few hours!

Mural Massive 2022
2022-09-03 14:00 - 2022-09-10 22:00 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
Mural Massive is back for the third year and will bring a handful of new large-scale murals to Old Strathcona and Edmonton. Helping to beautify the city every year. Whoop whoop! Watch live mural painting throughout the 10 days of the festival, check out bike mural tour on Wednesday, September 7, and celebrate all the art with an evening garden party at The Grindstone Theatre on Friday, September 9.
New murals will be painted at Ibon Antiques (10423 79 Avenue) and the giant wall at SouthBARK, Whyte Avenue’s pop-up dog part (10551 82 Avenue).

Timeless Vintage Market
2022-09-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Your favorite vintage market is back and it’ll be a big one! Don’t miss out on September 3rd back at The Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre.

Cocktails N Jerk Festival
2022-09-03 - 2022-09-04 | McIntyre Park, 8331 104 Street, Edmonton
Cocktails and Jerk is a festival which embodies the diversity of the city of Edmonton. They are offering a different entertainment perspective; Caribbean street food, luscious non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails, live music and dance performances; right in the heart of Alberta’s capital city. Their intent is to give patrons a relaxing staycation vibe right before the long winter period.

Whyte Avenue Blues Festival
2022-09-02 17:00 - 2022-09-03 23:30 | Blues on Whyte, 10329 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1Z9, Canada
The Commercial Hotel/Blues on Whyte is pleased to present the lineup for the Whyte Avenue Blues Festival 2022! Friday September 2nd features Monkey Junk and Jack Semple headlining! Kenny Blues Boss Wayne will be opening Friday’s festivities. Our intimate music festival is showcasing the best in Canadian blues outdoors in the heart of Old Strathcona. This is a blues bash that you don’t want to miss!
Get your tickets at: www.showpass.com/wabfsept2

Local Love Market
2022-08-27 13:00 - 17:00 | NEWLIFE Clothing, Rear Entrance, 10012 79 Avenue Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E1R5, Canada
Come shop from a variety of vintage and handmade local vendors just off Whyte Avenue!
The market runs from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on August 27th

Viva Clayworks: Summer Series Market
2022-08-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Viva Clayworks, 10125 81 Avenue Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1W9, Canada
Join Viva Clayworks in the sunshine and fresh air as they welcome local makers and you to meet in their open air Market! If you’re looking for some ceramic or potted goods, make sure to check it out! Follow them on Instagram @clayworks.market to keep up to date with upcoming markets and a list of vendors.
August 27th 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Back Street Market with OSFM
2022-08-27 08:00 - 15:00 | Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market is Edmonton’s original, indoor farmers’ market. Located just off historic Whyte Ave, we’ve been operating every Saturday since 1983.
The market is activating the Strathcona Back Street, located right across from the main market doors on 83rd Avenue this summer! Enjoy outdoor vendors and food stalls during regular market hours.

Alt After Dark: Night Market
2022-08-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Local vendor night market for all ages! The market will be at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre and runs from 7 pm to 11 pm.

Blak Market
2022-08-20 13:00 - 18:00 | Blak Bar Tavern, 10762 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Local vendor pop-up market!

Outdoor Vintage and More Market
2022-08-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Ibon Antiques, 10423 79 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Ibon Antiques is hosting their first (in a while) Vintage and More Outdoor Market! Located in their parking lot outside of their brick and mortar location from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Multiple booths will vend all manner of vintage, antique, collectible and MORE items including shabby chic, coins, art, fragrance, jewelry, clothing, books, handmade art and craft, furniture and more!

Work the Runway on Whyte
2022-08-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Goodwill, 10110 82 Ave NW #205, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Thrift is thriving in Alberta, enabling Goodwill Industries of Alberta to make a difference, strengthening communities and lives, through the power of work and the dignity of a job.
On August 17, National Thrift Shop Day is celebrated across North America annually. To mark the occasion, Goodwill is hosting the first-ever Goodwill Fashion Show on Whyte Avenue in Old Strathcona from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. This outdoor event will take place in the Goodwill on Whyte parking lot at 10110 82 Ave NW. Models will be made up volunteers from Goodwill’s Career Connections program, a program specializing in finding work opportunities and job training for those with a disability. These models will “Work the Runway” showcasing a variety of styles from Canadian tuxedos to 80s vintage that can be found at your local thrift store. With a live DJ on-site, and North America’s longest running Fringe Festival taking place, Whyte Ave will be the place to be.

Shop Hop Scavenger Hunt
2022-08-12 - 2022-08-18 | Alberta
Get ready to explore Old Strathcona, shop some amazing deals, and win some awesome prizes!
The Shop Hop returns this year with a fun twist, a scavenger hunt! Download the Goosechase app and use the code EPG7RV to join in on the action. Our ambassadors will be on location at the High Level Streetcar Whyte Ave stop helping people sign up and giving away totes to those participating in the game on Saturday, August 13 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
We can’t wait to see you and may the best player win!

Makers Market
2022-08-12 - 2022-08-14 | Tweed Whyte Ave, 10431 82 Ave Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2A1, Canada
The last Tweed market of the season! There will be beautiful weather, good vibes, amazing items to shop, eat & more!
Friday, August 12: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday, August 13: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Sunday, August 14: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
