Justine Vandergift
August 14th
Mercury Audio
August 21st
Dominic Terry
August 28th
Kate Stevens
September 4th
Attn foodies! Meat smoking class coming up!
THE 4 ELEMENTS OF SUMMER
CURING | SMOKING | BRINING | GRILLING
FOREVER CHANGE THE WAY
YOU THINK ABOUT FOOD
Sunday, July 25th
Menu includes:
Smoked Cauliflower Timbale, Brined Turkey Tenderloin,
Roasted Pineapple and more!
Presented by: Cuisine et Chateau
Pamper yourself!
Local and convenient, offering hair and
nail services!
Skribbles Hair Company
For everything you need!
Locally owned and operated, open daily
to serve you!
Joy’s Convenience Store
Fast and affordable!
Offering sales and repair service for your PC or mobile phone needs
PCMaster Pro
Best in the City!!
Big thanks to @avenuemagazine for naming Kensington the city’s Best Business Improvement Area (BIA) in 2022. Visit their link in bio for the full review. Special mentions were given to @theplazayyc and @thekensingtonpub. We love the shops and dwellers who call this neighourhood home – keep doing what you’re doing #kensingtonyyc.
Nov 12 – Dec 17
All donations will be delivered to the Veterans Food Bank.
Non-perishable food items only please!
Drop off your donations at any of our participating business:
Blanco
Brooklyn Clothing Co.
Chunk’d
Cobs Bakery
Deville Coffee
D’Orient Spa
Freehouse
Gummi Boutique
Hidden Gems
Indie Counter Culture
Kensington Dollar Store
Kismet
Manana Imports
Oolong Tea Shop
PARKER PR
PB&J
Peppinos
Pet Planet
Scotia Bank
Sunnyside Natural Market
The Beehive
The Kensington Pub
The Mash
The Naked Leaf
Trapped Escape Room
Urban Cellars
Vine Styles
Shaye Zadravec
Nov 20th at Trapped/Plaza
Tory Russo (Stormy Rondo)
Nov 27th at Trapped / Plaza
Watch for our
Christmas in Kensington
events this Decenmber!
Telus presents
Christmas in Kensington!
Live music, sleigh rides, wandering Santa Clause, complimentary hot chocolate from Higher Ground and coffee from Deville.
Drop off a #KensingtonChristmasCard
in the orange mailbox behind Deville to win $1,000 in gift cards every Saturday (contest details available here).
Drop off your non-perishable food items at participating shops before Dec 17 for donation to the Calgary Veterans Food Bank (details below on this page).
Justine Vandergrift
Dec 18, 12:30-2:30 at Trapped/Plaza
Watch for our
Christmas in Kensington
events this Decenmber!
Pamper your pet!
Focussed on proper play etiquette and working with dogs to help them to really enjoy being groomed.
Brilliant Best Friends
Unique art!
Representing over 30 artists , including jewellery, beautifully designed handbags, travel items and furniture.
InGear Store
Grab a new look!
Favorite brands such as Lisbeth, Elk, Larissa Loden, Fool’s Gold & Pursuits, Levi’s
and many more.
Purr Fine Clothing & Accessories
Local and delicious!
Located in the heart of trendy Kensington, Osteria has been a fixture for the city’s authentic Italian culinary offerings for decades.
Osteria Chef’s Table
Get a fresh cut!
Whether you need a basic haircut, a buzzcut, a hair design, or a skin zero fade, The Urban Shave has you covered for all cuts, and all styles.
The Urban Shave
Chinook Blast in Kensington!
Feb 11-13
It’s time to embrace the winter, community and spread some #kensingtonlove. As part of Chinook Blast we have curated outdoor entertainment from Feb. 11-13, as well as other festivities planned throughout the month. Get ready for live music, carnival games, drag fashion shows, community fires, complimentary goodies, giveaways, $1,000 prizes, and more!
Other Kensington events in Febuary!
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
BELLISSIMA BEAUTY BAR // Looking for some high maintenance things you can do to stay low maintenance? Look no further than @bellissima_beauty_bar_yyc ! Whether you are looking for fuller brows or a more defined shape, Powder Brows is what you need. The semi-permanent technique is perfect for enhancing your natural beauty. During October, Bellissima is offering $150 off! Visit their page to book your appointment now!
#treatyourself #brows #promo #beauty #yycbeauty
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
PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE // Kensington is home to the best fall drinks, including Pumpkin Spice Lattes. We highly recommend trying them all. What’s your go to fall drink?
Check out @aggudo_coffee, @devillecoffee, @highergroundcafeyyc and @goodtradeco and grab a coffee while you hang out in Kensington!
#coffee #psl #calgarycoffee #coffeelover #falldrink
TATTOOS IN KENSINGTON // We are home to many incredible tattoo artists and tattoo shops! Looking to get some ink? Kensington is the place for you to get inked. With a number of options, there is an artist speacializing in the style for you. What’s your next tattoo going to be?
#yyctattoo #calgarytattoo #tattooartist #inked
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
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
THE MASH // Not only does the Mash upcycle spent grain and turn it into flavourful pizza dough, they also make pizza for pups! Their Pawsome Pizza is a dog-friendly pizza rich in nutrients. With every pawsome pizza purchased, the Mash donates money to @aarcs. Pop in to the @the.mash.eats and enjoy some pizza. Bring home some pizza for your pups to enjoy as well!
📷: @the.mash.eats & @3goldens1heart
#pizza #yyceats #yycfoodie #restaurants
ORANGE SHIRT DAY // On National Truth and Reconciliation Day, also known as Orange Shirt Day, we take time to reflect on the effects of Residential Schools and take time to further educate ourselves about the Indigenous peoples who lived here before us. We are grateful for the opportunity we had to create a friendship circle with the @bullhornsingersofficial earlier this summer.
#truthandreconciliation #orangeshirtday
KENSINGTON FLORIST// Did you know that flowers can give you an instant mood boost by releasing dopamine the moment you see, buy, or receive them? It’s like a little burst of happiness wrapped in petals! Kensington Florist is here to spread joy through their stunning bouquets, eye-catching arrangements, vibrant plants and charming decor. Whether you’re celebrating, saying thank you, or just brightening up your space, they’ve got you covered with custom creations and same-day delivery.
#calgaryflorist #yycflorist #yycflowers #yycevents #calgaryevents #calgaryflowers
ACTIVATE YYC // Here are some awesome snapshots curtesy of @activateyyc showcasing some of the awesome activations from last weekends PARKing day. Thank you to everyone who came to Kensington to check it out!
#activateyyc #kensingtonlove #calgarylife
CIFF AT THE PLAZA // This weekend, Calgary International Film Festival is taking place at Kensington’s own @theplazayyc 🎬
CIFF Films include:
🍿 Goddess Of Slide: The Forgotten Story Of Ellen Mcilwaine
🍿 My Dead Friend Zoe
🍿 They All Came Out To Montreaux
🍿 Griffin In The Summer
🍿 Singing Back The Buffalo
🍿 Micro Budget
🍿 Superboys Of Malegaon
🍿 Grand Theft Hamlet
🍿 The Hobby
🍿 The Girl With The Needle
Celebrate Calgary International Film Featival in Kensington 🎥🎞️💙💚
📷: @theplazayyc
#yycevents #calgary #ciff #film #movie
A huge thank you to all of the artists, performers, & sponsors of our recent event:
Can’t Stop the Love!
Watch this space for
upcoming events and announcements!
Weekends in Kensington
Live performances all summer long!
More info in this month’s
Newsletter
A huge thank you to all of the artists,
performers, & sponsors of our recent event:
Can’t Stop the Love!