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Whyte Ave. Streetcar Opening

Catch the streetcar right on Whyte Avenue! The May long weekend will be the first for a new streetcar platform at Whyte Avenue, between 102 and 103 Streets. The extension of the High Level Bridge Streetcar line has been many...
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Canadian Road Cycling Championships

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...
TEDx Whyte Avenue poster, June 4 in Old Strathcona

TEDxWhyteAve

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection...
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Sweet Treats & Latte Festival 2022

We are warming up winter with the return of the Sweet Treats & Latte Festival. Sweet Treats is all about Old Strathcona’s amazing coffee scene, and the delicious goodies that keep everyone coming back year-round! Beginning Saturday, February 5, 2022,...
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SkirtsAfire festival

Join SkirtsAfire for a stroll around Old Strathcona to visit this year's skirt design displays, stop for a coffee or bite as you are serenaded by festival singer-songwriters, check out the visual art installation, and finish your visit with a...
ice on Whyte logo, a block of ice styled like a snowflake

Ice on Whyte 2022

Ice On Whyte welcomes you to a world of winter magic in District Whyte. A roster of 11 internationally-recognized snow and ice carvers will turn McIntyre Park into a breathtaking sculpture garden full of winter ambience and icy wonders. Alongside...

Winter Whyte Weekends

December 3-5: We're joining in on the #YEGWinterPatio fun this weekend by promoting some of our own winter patios! Stop by Overflow for a cool & casual European cafe experience. Order at their walk up window and enjoy a warm...
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Edmonton Christmas Market 2021

The Edmonton Christmas Market returns to the iconic Army & Navy building for two holiday weekends. We are excited to share that Wild Heart Collective and The Public Food Hub are bringing the Edmonton Christmas Market back to Whyte Avenue....
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Family Photos and Storytime with Mrs. Claus

On Saturday, November 27, join Mrs. Claus (in drag) for two family-friendly events at the ATB Financial Arts Barns during our Winter Whyte Light Up. Tickets are pay-what-you-will (min. $1.50 for service fee) with limited spots available at both events....

The Mrs. Claus Holiday Spectacular (18+)

Join Mrs. Claus for a campy evening of holiday drag and burlesque that is sure to make your Yuletide as gay as ever. She hasn’t always been Mrs. Claus you know… Learn how she bagged the man with the bag...

Winter Whyte Light Up 2021

Join the Old Strathcona Business Association as we light up McIntyre Park to kick-off the holiday season. On Saturday, November 27, we're turning McIntyre Park and 83 Avenue into a winter wonderland! Outdoor activities are family-friendly, FREE, and there are...
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Mural Massive 2021

The Grindstone Theatre is hosting a massive painting party once again. Grindstone’s Mural Massive is a choose your own adventure, indoor/outdoor art event celebrating the diverse arts and theatre culture that makes Edmonton so darn rad! Mural Massive is the...
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RADO Alley Mural Fest

A new mural festival hits west Whyte on the September long weekend. Artists will paint multiple murals on the back walls of buildings between 107 and 108 Street, in the alley north of Whyte Avenue. The event is free, so...

District Whyte Mural Tours

We are so excited about our new mural map that we're inviting everyone on to take a tour. With almost 50 murals on the map, there's a lot of ground to cover. That's why we're teaming up with someone who...

SouthBARK Launch Paw-ty

Southpark on Whyte is inviting everyone to a paw-fect afternoon of furry fun to celebrate the launch of a community pop-up park that they're calling SouthBARK. Located at the corner of Whyte Avenue and 106 Street, you'll find Little Bear...
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Anne Frank statue unveiling

Everyone is invited to the official installation of a new statue of Anne Frank in Light Horse Park. The Dutch Canadian Club fundraised to create a duplicate of Pieter d’Hont's famous statue from Utrecht, Netherlands. The statue will feature prominently...
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Shop Hop and Roll

Shop, Hop, and Roll in District Whyte! The Old Strathcona Business Association (OSBA) presents a summer shop hop packed with deals and exclusives to kick off a very exciting August in the neighbourhood.  Dozens of businesses are offering deals, giveaways and promotions for these...
Event logo reads: Grindstone Comedy Festival July 21-25 on light blue background

Grindstone Comedy Festival

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro presents the second annual Grindstone Comedy Festival from Wednesday, July 21 - Sunday, July 25. This year, the festival is at two venues; The Grindstone Comedy Theatre and The Howl & Roar Outdoor Stage....
Illustrated buildings from Old Strathcona behind text that reads "Together We Fringe August 12-22"

Together We Fringe

Together we Fringe is a Fringe Theatre Event celebrating 40 years of fringing as we look forward to 40 more. Fringe Theatre is planning for reduced audience capacities inside theatres and across their outdoor venues in Old Strathcona. You might...
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Whyte Avenue Art Walk 2021

Art Walk is returning with an extended run this June and July. Every weekend between June 11 and July 30 you'll find 50+ different artists set up in the Army & Navy building on Whyte Ave. Art Walk will be...
Two artists float against a background green and navy blue skyscrapers. One artist (on the left) is playing a violin with a green triangle over their face and the other (on the right) is dancing with a yellow circle over their face. They are surrounded by abstract shapes and the word Nextfest, handwritten in magenta pink lettering.

Nextfest 2021

More than 450 new and emerging artists are bringing 90+ works of art and creation to life at this year's Nextfest. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Nextfest is back online for an 11-day digital celebration. From venues in and...

SkirtsAFire

We are so excited to welcome the Reimagined SkirtsAFire back to Old Strathcona for another year! Grab a warm drink and a (masked) friend and join us for a Covid-safe stroll around Old Strathcona to experience the Visual Art Exhibit,...

Ice on Whyte 2021

Boardwalk Ice on Whyte is bringing its incredible ice sculptures to patios throughout Old Strathcona. Enjoy a self-guided ice sculpture tour and stop in at one of the festival's restaurant partners for a tasty treat. This year's sculpture locations can...

Winter Whyte Light Up

November 26 marks the kick off of our Winter Whyte Light Up season! We've been waiting all year to invite you to Edmonton's Historic Whyte Avenue for a holiday season full of light, warmth and exceptional shopping. The festivities begin...

Sweet Treats & Latte Festival

Old Strathcona is warming up winter with a new food festival. The Sweet Treats & Latte Festival is all about Old Strathcona’s amazing coffee scene, and the delicious goodies that keep everyone coming back – even when it’s -30 outside!...

Edmonton Christmas Market

We are excited to welcome Wild Heart Collective's YEG XMAS MRKT to the Whyte Avenue District this year! COVID has changed how the market will look this year. The Wild Heart Collective team have put their heads together to create...

Winter Whyte Art Bomb

Keep your eyes peeled for some winter-themed art bombs between November 20-23 around the avenue! We are partnering with PARK to bring this project to life with local floral artist, Cory Christopher. Be sure to snap some photos when it's...

Winter Whyte Shop Hop

Kick off your holiday shopping with deals, treats, and exclusive in-store experiences from over 30 Old Strathcona businesses! From November 26-28, participating businesses are joining together to offer a 3 DAY LONG shopping extravaganza, brought to you by the Old...

#WhyteWishes Holiday Contest

It just wouldn't be the holidays for us without one of our most well loved holiday contests! The Old Strathcona Business Association is excited to announce #WhyteWishes 2020 - an online gift contest that keeps on giving from November 16...

Cancelled: Public Spaces Public Life Open House

Due to the growing concern involving the spread of COVID-19, we have decided to cancel the upcoming open house event. The safety and wellbeing of our community members is top of mind and we appreciate your engagement on this project...

Coldest Night Of The Year Walk

Bring the family, brave the cold & change lives! Register a team and fundraise for those experiencing homelessness or, give a gift to an existing team! Visit TheSeed.ca/cnoy 

Strathcona Winterfest

Brave the cold for hayrides, a chili, soup & stew cook-off, and skating! Visit Strathcona Community League website for more information!

Ice on Whyte

Experience amazing ice sculptures as Boardwalk Ice On Whyte's hosts an international ice carving competition. The event also features food and beverages in the Ice Bar, music, art, and special activities.

Beercade’s New Years Eve House Party

Following the raging success of our sold out Halloween House Party The New Years Eve house party is the most exciting way to welcome 2020 Tickets Include: Admission Free Arcade Games all night Random $100 cash giveaways every 15min after...
Have Mercy NYE

New Year’s Eve at Have Mercy Food + Booze

We're stepping into the 20's the old-fashioned way! With an ode to the olds (Old Granddad, Old Forester, Old Overholt) selection of drink specials, set dinner menu, midnight champagne, and live music from Partyface, we'll kick off the next decade...

Tequila Tasting and Education

Tequila novice? Agave enthusiast? Join Julio's for a complimentary tequila sampling night and broaden your knowledge of Mexico's favourite spirit. Learn about the harvesting, manufacture and aging process of Tromba Tequila. Learn how to taste and talk tequila and impress...

Bulldogs For a Cause

Until December 14, Julio's will be donating $1 from every Bulldog sold on Fridays and Saturdays to the Edmonton Food Bank! They're hoping to raise mucho money - so round up your crew and enjoy a Bulldog for a great...

WHYTE WISHES

November 16 – December 15 – Give yourself the gift of shopping in Old Strathcona this year, and snag a wish for someone on your list! Here’s how it works: Visit an Old Strathcona businessFind something nice for someone on...

Winter Whyte Shop Hop

Kick off your holiday shopping with deals, treats, and exclusive in-store experiences from over 45 Old Strathcona businesses. From November 28-30, participating businesses are joining together to offer a 3 DAY LONG shopping extravaganza, brought to you by the Old Strathcona...

Winter Whyte Light Up

The Old Strathcona Business Association is pleased to announce our second annual Winter Whyte Light Up event. On November 30th, we're turning McIntyre Park into a winter wonderland and celebrating the holiday season! We've got a ton of fun things...

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