PUP CRAWL MAP // Plan your Pup Crawl route with the link our bio highlighting participating businesses! Don’t forget to visit the outdoor plaza area along Kensington Road to get a photo at the Photo Booth and a caricature drawing of you and your furry friend!

#yycevent #yycpets #halloween #dog #puppy #trickortreating
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HEATHERS PHARMACY // This small business week we are excited to congratulate Heathers Pharmacy. Happy one year anniversary to @heatherspharmacy ! Consider visiting the locally owned and operated business in the heart of Kensington. The pharmacist-led clinic can initiate medications for minor ailments. You can book your flu and covid shots on their website!

Small Business week serves as a great reminder to support local!

📷: @sunnysideexplorer

#smallbusinessweek #yycbusiness #supportlocal
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PUP CRAWL IN KENSINGTON // Do you have your costumes yet? We are so excited for the fourth annual Pup Crawl in Kensington! Trick-or-treat for human and dog treats at participating businesses in Kensington on October 27 from 2 to 5 p.m. There will be a photographer and caricature artist in the outdoor plaza area along Kensington Road to capture the special memories! Stay tuned for a map of participating businesses coming soon!

#yycevents #yycpets #pupcrawl #halloween #dogsofkensington #calgaryevents #lifeincalgary
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ANOTHER DIMENSION // Have you been to @anotherdimensioncomics? They have so many collectors items to experience! From comic books to action figures to exclusive rare items, Another Dimension’s selection can’t be beat. There is some construction, but they are still open and ready to help you find exactly what you’re looking for.

#shoplocal #hottoyscollection #funkopop #yyccomics #calgary
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SAVE THE DATE // Pup Crawl in Kensington is back!Mark your calendar for October 27 and get your furry pal’s costume ready. Join us on October 27 to trick-or-treat for you and your furry friend at participating businesses and grab a photo at our photo station. We can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned for more info coming soon 💙💚

#calgarypets #yycpets #halloween #yycevents #lifeincalgary
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Welcome to Kensington

With over 250 businesses, Kensington is one of Calgary’s most vibrant communities.

Whether you want to bike along the river, stroll the neighbourhood while sipping some of Calgary’s finest coffee or spend the night listening to live music – Kensington has it all! Considered Calgary’s Urban Village, Kensington offers a unique, inner-city experience. Located just off the Sunnyside LRT Station and walking distance from downtown, it’s possible to spend an entire day exploring the shops and restaurants, or an entire weekend by staying at one of the beautiful boutique hotels.

Over 250 businesses offering
dining, shopping & services

Surrounding population of
 10,000+ residents

3,000 people employed
by our member businesses

CAN’T STOP THE LOVE IN KENSINGTON

Join us in Kensington for our annual Drag Fashion Show! Showcasing various Kensington boutiques, Drag Queens will take to the runway wearing the latest local fashion trends. Following the fashion show, the Drag Queens will perform! Guests will warm up by the fire pits, enjoying coffee and hot chocolate. See you there!


Sunday February 18, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM @
Kensington BIA Plaza

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“One of my favourite communities in Calgary! Great for strolls, shopping, dining…you name it, Kensington’s got it!”

“It’s the perfect community for dining, shopping or just walking around. So many great local businesses!”

“Always glad
we chose Kensington to build our business.”
~ Mike, Sidestreet Pub

“I love Kensington. I’ve been visiting it for 20 years and although it keeps getting better, I love how it still has the same welcoming feel.”