TRAPPED FOOD DRIVE // Give back to the community and "Fill The Jeep" with the @owenhartfoundation food drive in support of the @calgaryfoodbank. Donors can drop off non-perishable food items at @trappedcalgary in Kensington from now until April 10 during business hours — this year`s goal is to raise over 3000lbs of food! Make sure to stick around for an escape room while you`re at it.
#givingback #fillthejeep
ALBERTA FAMILY WELLNESS INITIATIVE // We welcomed a small crew on Kensington Road this Tuesday from The Palix Foundation and @evanshunt who were filming content for the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative. The project focuses on the related areas of childhood development, addiction and mental health. Thank you for choosing Kensington as your back-drop.
HOT WAX RECORDS // Don`t touch that dial, give back the aux cord and head over to @hot_wax_records. Buying and selling used and new LPs, CDs and tapes in the heart of Kensington since 1978 — Hot Wax Records carries all the hits and more.
THE URBAN SHAVE // Good Monday Kensington! On the hunt for a fresh haircut or a clean shave? Look no further than @theurbanshaveyyc — their barbers know how to make you look and feel your best. Book an appointment today through their link in bio.
CALGARY`S BEST RESTAURANTS 2023 // Raising some praise to the fabulous Kensington restaurants who placed as top runners in @avenuemagazine Best Restaurants 2023. There`s never a shortage of good eats in Kensington.
@peppinoyyc
@modernsteakca
@haydenblockyyc
@eattuktukthai
@verobistro
SHAWARMA & FALAFEL CITY // In the mood for a lunch break? Stop everything and head over to @shawarma.falafel.city in Kensington. Their shawarma and falafel are the perfect pick-me-up for your taste buds. Give them a try for a falafully delicious food experience.
JOY TEA // Sip sip hooray, Spring has sprung! Celebrate the new season with a walk through Kensington and of course some @joytea.yyc. For first timers, give the `Classical Three Fellows Milk Tea` a taste. It`s the perfect blend of creamy goodness and aromatic tea, guaranteed to put a spring in your step (corner of 10th street and Kensington road).
ST. PATRICK`S DAY // The Sun`s out and the luck of the Irish is in our favour as it`s almost time to bring out the Patty-O`Furniture. Spend your St. Patrick`s day in Kensington at our fine selection of shops. Whether it`s a tasty treat from @cravecupcakes, custom Guinness pints from @thekensingtonpub, feature bevvy`s and live music at @highergroundcafeyyc, @haydenblockyyc and @freehouseyyc - there`s a little something for everyone in Kensington.
PI DAY // Sweet, savoury, sour, salty? No matter, as long as it`s baked in a buttery, flaky, crust. Happy Pi Day everyone - check out local Kensington shops @piejunkieyyc and @sunnysidenaturalmarket for all your Pi/Pie/3.14 related needs.
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KENSINGTON EATS // Check out these amazing Kensington eats featured in @dailyhivecalgary:
Chicken on the Way
The Kensington Pub
Freehouse
Shijo Sushi
Pulcinella
Hexagon Cafe
Read the full article through our link in bio.
URBAN CELLARS // It`s Thirsty Thursday! Flock over to @urbancellarsyyc in Kensington for a host of new arrivals each week. What`s in your drink cellar?
Catch local Kensington authorities on all things beef, @modernsteakca as part of @foodanddrink.exp from March 17-26. A prix fixe menu is available for $75, featuring Modern Steak tartare, Wagyu dumplings, wedge salad, @benchmark.angus flat iron and lemon raspberry cheescake.
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
Current & Upcoming
A huge thank you to all of the artists, performers, & sponsors of our recent event:
Can’t Stop the Love!Â
