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!
CRAVE ANNIVERSARY // Congratulations to @cravecupcakes on their anniversary! Crave has been creating its iconic sweet treats for the last 20 years, and they began right here in the heart of Kensington. Be sure to stop by and congratulate them on this momentous anniversary and pick something up for yourself!
#kensingtonlove #shoplocal #cupcake #cake #calgarytreats
CONSTRUCTION IN KENSINGTON // Calgary’s construction season hasn’t ended yet, and Kensington is no exception. You may hear some loud rumblings but don’t be alarmed! These sounds and road closures are all part of improving our community. Check out the link in our bio to find out where you can park when you visit Kensington and don’t forget, we are along the train line, bus routes and river pathways. Visit us and stay awhile!
#kensingtonlove #communityimprovement #parkingyyc
CALGARY PRIDE // Happy Pride YYC! Kensington is a community that is inclusive, loving and kind to everyone. Love is Love 💙💚
#yycpride #calgarypride #kensingtonlove
KENSINGTON DENTAL CHOICE // We’re excited to welcome Kensington Dental Choice to the neighbourhood! They are officially open and to celebrate and show some love for the local community, they’re hosting a giveaway for the first 100 patients! Head over to Kensington Dental Choice and you’ll be entered to win $500 worth of fantastic goodies from some of your favourite local spots!
#yycdentist #calgary #giveaway #kensington
PARKING IN KENSINGTON // There is some construction impacting parking along third avenue between 9A street and 10 street, but fear not! We have created this handy dandy map to help you find parking in Kensington. Did you know that we have over 725 parking spots? Visit the link in our bio for more info!
#yycparking #lifeincalgary #construction
WINE TASTING // Join @vinestylesyyc and @thecontinentalyyc for a Back-to-school wine and sandwich pairing on September 4 at 6 pm. Discover the perfect wines to compliment your favourite sandwiches. Visit Vinestyles website for tickets!
#backtoschool #winetasting #winepairing #yycevents
BACK TO SCHOOL// It’s back to school season and Kensington has everything you need to get you ready for class! We have backpacks, shoes, clothes and supplies for all ages. Not going to school? It’s also a great time to add some new pieces to your fall looks.
#backtoschool #shoplocal #kensingtonlove #kensingtonyyc #yycfashion
LIVE MUSIC // This Sunday, August 25 marks our final Weekends in Kensington local musician performance! Join us for a rockin show by @phredq from 12:30 to 2:30. Do some back to school shopping in Kensington and check out the live music in the outdoor plaza along Kensington Road as you do. See you there!
#livemusic #yycevents #yycarts #weekendmusic
YOU THRIFTY ANIMAL // Who has been to @youthriftyanimal? The second hand pet store is full of food, treats and accessories for your furry friends. 100% of proceeds go to @parachutesforpets. See you there!
#thrifting #pets #yycpets #calgary
WRESTLING IN KENSINGTON// @canam_wrestling has an awesome line up of wrestlers for another rendition of Wrestling in Kensington! You don’t want to miss the CanAm World Heritage Heavyweight Champion inside the steel on August 24. Visit @canam_wrestling for more details about tickets.
#yycevents #wrestling #kensington #events
WEEKENDS IN KENSINGTON // Summer is flying by and we only have 2 performances left! This Sunday, August 18, @heatherblushandtheuppercuts is playing from 12:30 to 2:30. Stay for a whole set or pop by while you’re shopping around Kensington. See you in the outdoor plaza along Kensington Road! 💙💚🎶
#weekendsinkensington #livemusic #yycevents #localmusic #kensingtonlove
PATIO SEASON // No plans this weekend? No problem! We have tons said wonderful patios to check out, offering a variety of food and drink options. What is your go to patio?
#patioszn #summer #calgary #weekend
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!