Old Strathcona Business Association, Edmonton

Small Business Market
2022-07-16 12:00 - 2022-07-17 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | BB HAIR XO, 10139 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1Z5, Canada
Come by and shop 20+ small businesses from Edmonton & Area located inside of BB HAIR XO Salon directly on Whyte Avenue. It’s going to be bigger than any other market yet, with a giveaway and goodie bags!

July 16 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
July 17 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Timeless Vintage Market
2022-07-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Locally based vintage market with a little bit of everything, for everyone. Head over to the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm to check out the great vendors!

Love Local Market
2022-07-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
Love Local is an intimate, boutique shopping experience with a lot of FUN in the mix. Not only is it an incredible shopping experience but on top of it all you will have the best time.

Back Street Market with OSFM
2022-07-16 08:00 - 15:00, 2022-07-02 08:00 - 15:00, 2022-06-25 08:00 - 15:00, 2022-06-18 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.

The Paint Spot Sidewalk Sale
2022-07-14 12:00 - 2022-07-16 17:00 | The Paint Spot, 10032 81 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1W8, Canada
The Paint Spot is making room for new products, so come and check out some last chance items. From drawing materials, sketchbooks, portfolios, acrylics and oils, there’s something for every kind of artist, so drop by and try something new or pick up an old friend at a great deal. You’ll find two tents of great art deals all weekend long.
Artists with supplies they’d like to sell or swap can also bring their own table and chair and join the sale! (No drop-offs, please check with The Paint Spot about space on the street before July 14.)
July 14, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
July 15, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
July 16, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Improvaganza 2022
2022-07-13 08:00 - 2022-07-23 17:00 | 8529 Gateway Blvd, 8529 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Each summer, Rapid Fire Theatre hosts the best improv and sketch comedy acts on the planet for Improvaganza! With something new happening almost every day from July 13 to 23, it’s impossible to miss out on the fun!
Make sure to head to their website and grab tickets before it’s too late! Wanting to attend multiple nights? Ticket packages are also available to purchase.

Rachel Notley's Pancake Breakfast
2022-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Wilbert Mcintyre Park, 8331 104 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 4E9, Canada
Join Rachel Notley on Saturday, July 9, for the Art Walk Pancake Breakfast in partnership with Ice on Whyte and Whyte Avenue Art Walk.
She will be serving breakfast from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Wilbert McIntyre Park, beside the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market. The event is free and open to all! There will also be many wonderful artists showcasing their work in and around Whyte Avenue. It will be a perfect start to your day and a chance to meet our MLA.

New Mythic Works Series
2022-07-08 19:30 - 2022-07-09 21:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Join Theatre Prospero and Thousand Faces Festival for their New Mythic Works Series on July 8 and 9, 2022 at 7:30PM at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Boulevard NW.
The Thousand Faces Festival put out a submission call to Edmonton playwrights for short (10-20 minute) plays based in and around mythology. A blind jury then selected 5 plays and are so excited to be presenting workshop productions of each play for Edmonton audiences!

Whyte Avenue Art Walk
2022-07-08 10:00 - 2022-07-10 17:00 | Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Canada
The 2022 Whyte Avenue Art Walk returns to the streets of Old Strathcona July 8 – 10, 2022. People are invited to buy art directly from the artists. All artists, brave enough to share their work, are welcome to participate. The Art Walk is a non-juried event that attracts professional artists, amateurs, and students.

Found Festival
2022-07-07 - 2022-07-10 | The Backstage Theatre, 10330 84 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
The 2022 Found Festival line up is about finding space, finding connection, and finding you as part of the art. This four-day long event will celebrate the work of local and national artists through live, in-person, and digital performances that respond to place and space in the heart of Old Strathcona and beyond.
July 7 – 10, 2022

Grindstone Comedy Festival
2022-07-06 - 2022-07-10 | The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton
The 3rd annual Grindstone Comedy Festival hosts some of Canada’s top Comedians, Sketch groups & Improvisors!
Tickets will be available online or in person at the Grindstone Theatre Box Office.

Edmonton's Climate Art Exhibition
2022-07-02 10:00 - 18:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
This event will run from 10am to 6pm, showcasing art created by Edmontonians on the topic of climate change, with speeches and performances at 1:00pm. The Jams Quartet will perform Sointu Alto’s composition MASS EXTINCTION at 1:30pm.

Pride Hangover
2022-07-01 12:00 - 21:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
Pride Hangover in support of HIV Edmonton will take place at the Foundry on Whyte on July 1st. The line up for the day includes Edmonton Short Film Festival showing short films with pride from 12 pm to 1 pm, followed by a BBQ with the Tri Guys YEG from 1 pm to 4 pm, and live music from Sammy Loso starting at 5 pm to finish off the night. This event is free to attend with no tickets required.

Edmonton International Jazz Festival
2022-06-27 - 2022-07-03 | The Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton
The Edmonton Jazz Festival Society was formed in 2005 in order to foster the development and enjoyment of jazz music in the city. Through their annual festival, educational workshops and various community outreach programs, the Edmonton Jazz Festival Society works to ensure that Edmontonians will be able to play and celebrate jazz music for generations to come.

Local Love Market
2022-06-25 13:00 - 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!

Small Business Market
2022-06-25 12:00 - 2022-06-26 18:00 | BB HAIR XO, 10139 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1Z5, Canada
Come by and shop 20+ small businesses from Edmonton & Area located inside of BB HAIR XO Salon directly on Whyte Avenue. It’s going to be bigger than any other market yet, with a giveaway and goodie bags!

June 25 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
June 26 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Viva Clayworks: Summer Series Market
2022-06-25 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.
June 25 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pop-up Pride Market at the QUILTBAG
2022-06-25 10:00 - 2022-06-26 17:00, 2022-06-18 10:00 - 2022-06-19 17:00 | The QUILTBAG, 10516 82 Ave Nw, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2A4, Canada
Each weekend during Pride Month, the QUILTBAG will be hosting a market located in the back of the store. Come meet these amazing artists and see their very neat creations!
Hours:
Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
**This business kindly requests that you wear a mask while in their space so make sure to come prepared 🙂

O'Byrne's Proud of Our Pride Party
2022-06-25 | O’Byrne’s Irish Pub, 10616 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2A7, Canada
On June 25th, O’Byrne’s will be hosting a party to celebrate Pride Month! Enjoy amazing drag entertainment by Pheremone Killz and Ruby Hymen from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. They cannot wait to celebrate with you!

Pride Corner After Party
2022-06-24 21:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
Celebrate Edmonton’s the final Friday of Pride Month on June 24 with the Pride Corner on Whyte crew! Doors open at 9, so come dance the night away at the Foundry on Whyte.

Alt After Dark: Night Market
2022-06-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Local vendor pride market at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre. The first 100 attendees will be entered into a door prize raffle featuring great pieces from the local vendors. Open from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm and open to all ages!

Canadian Road Cycling Championships
2022-06-23 - 2022-06-27 | Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Canada
Old Strathcona is the place to catch Criterium races as part of The Canadian Road Cycling Championships June 23-27.
The championships are the most prestigious cycling event on Canada’s racing calendar and Edmonton is hosting in 2022 and 2023. Since riders must compete at Nationals to be considered for the National Team, this event sees participation from the highest level of cyclists in Canada and also features some of Canada’s top professional riders, who rarely have the opportunity to race on home soil.
The Canadian Road Championships is comprised of three separate events: Time Trial, Road Race and Criterium for Junior, Elite and Para athletes. The full event is delivered over five days of exciting activities that draw spectators from all over Canada.
The Criterium for Junior and Elite riders is Monday, June 27 in Old Strathcona. Riders will be taking over Whyte Avenue for this fun and challenging race. Come down to the Ave. to cheer on racers as they loop through the neighbourhood.

Alberta Circus Arts Festival
2022-06-23 - 2022-06-26 | La Cite Francophone, 8627 Rue Marie-Anne Gaboury, Edmonton, Alberta, T6C 3N1, Canada
The Alberta Circus Arts Festival is taking over Edmonton’s French Quarter with four days of contemporary Canadian circus performances. Artists are coming from across the country to share their amazing skills with you!

For tickets, visit: https://alberta-circus-arts-festival.ticketleap.com

Elements Outfitters Edmonton Grand Opening
2022-06-22 - 2022-06-26 | Elements Outfitters, 8222 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E4B2, Canada
To celebrate the (slightly delayed) grand opening of Elements Outfitters in Edmonton, they’ll be hosting a series of events throughout the week! Look out for a Patagonia clothing repair workshop, film screening, presentations from local athletes and grassroots environmental activists, a coffee pop up, a livestream panel discussion, giveaways and more!
June 22-26, 2022

De Ocampo Fashion House Time Capsule
2022-06-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Foundry on Whyte, 10426 82 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E2A2, Canada
De Ocampo Fashion House is hosting a pop up museum featuring a decade of designer pieces and runway collections. Come down and meet the local designer behind it all! Some pieces will be available for sale, as well as a cash bar with drinks and light snacks. Tickets required.
June 19, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Pride Patio Party
2022-06-18 16:00 - 21:00 | The Pint off Whyte, 8032 104 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E4E2, Canada
Come down to The Pint off Whyte for their Pride Patio Party on Saturday, June 18th. Things kick-off at 4 pm with a stacked line of DJs to send you into the night. Grab a rocket pop for only $10 and celebrate pride month.
June 18th, 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
