Strathcona Blocks Party
June 14th, from 12 to 5 PM
Celebrate Strathcona at the 4th annual Strathcona Blocks Party, taking place on the 800 block of E Hastings!
Join us for an afternoon of community fun featuring:
- Live music, tasty food trucks and kids’ activities, including free face painting, balloon art, chalk, and giant games, at the 840 E Hastings parking lot.
- Refreshing beverages and mini golf at the Strathcona Beer Garden at 895 E Hastings, open until 8 PM.
- Discover the brand-new Learning & Exploring Zone on Campbell Avenue, with musical instruments to try, a reading nook, and fun arts and crafts!
- Local shopping and a pop-up market at 828 E Hastings, along with vibrant businesses throughout neighbourhood.
Come out and celebrate the special community of Strathcona!
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Programs
Event Hub
Live music, tasty food trucks and kids’ activities, including free face painting, balloon art, chalk, and giant games.
Strathcona Beer Garden
Refreshing beverages and mini golf at the Beer Garden.
Learning & Exploring Zone
Discover the brand-new Learning & Exploring Zone on Campbell Avenue, with musical instruments to try, a reading nook, and fun arts and crafts!
Shop the Block
Local shopping and a pop-up market, along with vibrant businesses throughout the neighbourhood.
Strathcona Blocks Party Passport
Visit the participating businesses to collect Strathcona Blocks Party stickers to fill out your passport! Collect at least 6 stickers to be entered to win a Strathcona prize package. Drop off your completed passport at the Information Booth by the 840 E Hastings parking lot.
Event Participants
Article
848 E Hastings
Post an Instagram Story and take home a mini 3D-printed Sven couch. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Eastside Arts Society
716 E Hastings
Stop by the Learning & Exploring Zone for engaging art activities. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Enterprising Women Making Art
800 E Hastings
Join in-store activations and fun-filled kids’ activities. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Gallery 881
881 E Hastings
Featuring Andrew Latreille: Crossover Exhibition. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Hype Chocolate
855 E Hastings
Free cotton candy, face painting, and the first 300 scoops of ice cream on the house!
Ink Pad
852 E Hastings Unit 200
Hand press your own exclusive Strathcona Blocks Party tote bag.
Knockout Thrift
882 E Hastings
Check out Knockout Thrift for curated vintage on E Hastings.
Les Amis Du Fromage
843 E Hastings
Pick up a $15 Brown Bag of Cheeses (5 varieties) or a $20 Cheese & Charcuterie Board for Two. Limited quantities available.
Prototype
883 E Hastings
Try the new seasonal drinks: Honey Orange Matcha and Espresso Lemonade. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
PrintMaker Studio
881 E Hastings
Enter to win a $100 digital printing giveaway! Receive 15% off digital printing during the Strathcona Blocks Party.
Rumor
957 E Hastings
Stop by for wine tasting and BBQ.
STF Home
879 E Hastings
Get 30% off all purchases. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Strathcona Beer
895 E Hastings
Outdoor activations for all ages. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Strathcona Community Policing Centre
872 E Hastings
Outdoor activations for all ages. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
The Garden
868 E Hastings
Enjoy a DJ set, fresh baked goods, and tasty lunch offerings. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.
Writers’ Exchange
877 E Hastings
Purchase a tote bag available by donation and get creative with a special colouring sheet. Participating in the Strathcona Blocks Party Passport.Event Sponsors
Onni Group
Suite 200 – 1010 Seymour
Strathcona Business Improvement Association
1220 E Hastings
FAQs
Street parking is available in nearby neighborhoods, but we also recommend walking, biking, taking transit, or using a rideshare if you're close by!
We are working closely with our event organizers and the City to make sure we meet all public safety standards, including new requirements the City is implementing for 2025.
Absolutely! The event is free and open to the public — just come ready to enjoy food, music, and fun!
Yes! Pets are welcome as long as they are on a leash.
