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"Old Strathcona: City's Vibrant Heartbeat or Overrated Hype?"
"Old Strathcona: City's Vibrant Heartbeat or Overrated Hype?"
Discover why Old Strathcona Edmonton is the undeniable pulse of the city!
Edmunchie
Nov 27, 2025
Another thursday is here!
We're embracing indigenpus food today. If you know other indigenous food places and happenings, please share.
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Old Strathcona is Edmonton's cultural cornerstone, a place where historic charm meets a vibrant, modern energy.
Its main artery, Whyte Avenue, pulses with hundreds of unique local shops, eclectic restaurants, and a legendary nightlife scene that keeps the district buzzing day and night.
At the community’s heart is the beloved Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, a year-round Saturday tradition held in the historic Old Bus Barns.
Here, over 130 vendors sell only what they “make it, bake it, or grow it,” offering an authentically local experience for Edmontonians.
The neighborhood is also the city’s premier arts hub, home to numerous live theatres and the world-renowned Edmonton International Fringe Festival.
With its preserved architecture and proximity to the University of Alberta, Old Strathcona is truly one of Edmonton's most cherished and dynamic communities to live in and explore. Read More... |
(Free tastings/samples where noted)🍟🥂 | ||
Food and Drink |
Visit the Old Strathcona Farmers Market: Browse and sample local produce, artisanal foods, and baked goods from vendors indoors year-round. It is free to enter and enjoy the atmosphere. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM) Location: Old Strathcona Farmers Market Cost: Free to enter Click for details
Edmonton Christmas Market: The market features numerous local food vendors and stalls offering seasonal treats, snacks, and warm drinks, making it a great spot for food exploration. Date: Friday, November 29 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 Location: Fort Edmonton Park Cost: Paid admission (cost of food/drink extra) Click for details
Holly Dolly XMAS Pop-Up: A festive pop-up event featuring magical holiday cocktails by Dolly's Elves and seasonal bites by Chef Bri. A reservation is highly recommended. Date: Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 (Daily) Location: Dolly's Cocktails, 9902 109 St NW Cost: Paid (cost of food/drink extra) Click for details
7 Paintings Dining Experience at Halo Bar Bistro: A unique seven-course sensory journey where dramatic 3D projections bring the works of iconic artists to life alongside gastronomy. Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 (Closest date found) Location: Halo Bar Bistro Cost: Paid Click for details
Winter Whyte Light Up Food Vendors: The holiday light-up event typically features local food trucks and vendors offering seasonal snacks and hot drinks, great for a quick, outdoor bite. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Location: Dr. Wilbert McIntyre Park (and surrounding area) Cost: Free to attend (cost of food/drink extra) Click for details |
(Discounted drinks – no free options typically)😋🥳 | ||
Happy hours |
Happy Hour at Kelly's Pub: This pub offers an expansive happy hour ("HappIEST Hour") every day, including weekends, with discounted well highballs, domestic bottles, and pints. Date: Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 (5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.) Location: Kelly's Pub, 10156 104 Street NW Cost: Low Cost (discounts) Click for details
Happy Hour at CRAFT Beer Market: Enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers during their daily happy hour, which runs twice: in the late afternoon and late at night. Date: Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 (2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. + 9:00 p.m. – Close) Location: CRAFT Beer Market, 10013-101A Avenue NW Cost: Low Cost (discounts) Click for details
Happy Hour at Central Social Hall: Central offers a daily happy hour from Monday to Friday with new discounts on their popular menu items and drinks. Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 (3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Location: Central Social Hall, 10909 Jasper Ave NW Cost: Low Cost (discounts) Click for details
The Sherlock Holmes Pub Specials: While not explicitly a "happy hour," all three Sherlock Holmes locations feature consistent daily drink specials that provide discounts on specific pints, cocktails, or food items. Date: Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 Location: Various Sherlock Holmes Pub Locations Cost: Low Cost (discounts) Click for details
The Pint Happy Hour: The Pint, a popular sports bar, runs a generous happy hour program often extending to appetizers and featuring discounted craft beers and highballs. Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Location: The Pint Public House, 10125 109 St NW Cost: Low Cost (discounts) Click for details |
Want more.. much more?..😋🥳 | ||
Meetups, Night life, Family, and other events |
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