Upcoming events.
House Hippo Craft Night by Invisible Strangers
This is an Invisible Strangers event. They will be collaborating with House Hippo Craft Nights and the evening is all about creating and making friends. Each ticket comes with a complimentary drink of your choice and will be at Morning Parade Cafe on Crawford street.
We highly encourage and ask that you attend alone! Most of the strangers will be attending by themselves. We have found that this makes it easier for people to approach each other and feels less intimidating if everyone is a stranger.
Reserve your ticket here.
We will have our games designed to eliminate small talk, a clay charms workshop, refreshments and of course, new friends.
Y2K Trivia Night
Join us at Morning Parade EAST for {another} fun night of trivia from the early to mid 2000s!
Get your team together and come out play our exciting trivia game with Gill the Thrill and Morning Parade Coffee Bar! There will be a Costume contest with prizes so come dressed to impress in your Y2K dream fit!
Register your spot as an individual or team on Eventbrite.
Specialty cocktails and snacks will be served.
Arrival time: 6:30
Trivia starts: 7:00
***This is an adult event, no restrictions however the minimum age suggested is 18+
Macrame Workshop
Discover the charm of handmade décor in this fun and relaxing Macramé Owl Workshop! Whether you’re a total beginner or have some knotting experience, this class is designed for all levels and offers step-by-step guidance in creating your own beautiful macramé owl.
Must pre-register on Eventbrite, spots are limited.
Clothing SWAP
Welcome to our first ever Clothing Swap at Morning Parade East!
Please reserve your ticket on Eventbrite to secure your spot. Your ticket includes one free non-alcoholic beverage plus admission to the swap
How it works:
Bring 5-10 gently worn items, no rips or stains, no undergarments or workout clothes, and must be in season (spring, summer, or fall only please)
Plus size items encouraged
Advance drop offs are welcome + encouraged during cafe operating hours, must be in a bag and show your ticket to one of our staff on site. Advance drop offs allow us to set up the swap ahead of time for y'all!
Please bring your own re-usable bag, and be mindful of one another's space.
Only shop for yourself so others can have a chance to shop the goods.
leftover clothing will be donated locally
Sashiko Mending:
For this event only, Natalie of Stitch and salvage will be on site offering visible mending for your well loved items in need of repair. We recommend you take advantage and bring in that old pair of jeans with a knee hole! Price is $3 per square inch.
About the company: Stitch and Salvage transforms denim into wearable art using sashiko style embroidery, celebrating individuality and sustainable style. Follow them on instagram to see thier work! @stitchandsalvage
Gender-Affirming Clothing Swap
Come to our gender-affirming clothing swap this Pride!
Bring 5-10 of your best items in good condition and swap them for new things that make you feel like you.
We'll be operating on an honor system - if you brought 5 things, use your judgement and take what you think might be equivalent (ie. not 20 things!). If you want to bring 10 and only take 2, that's totally ok!
Any leftover items will be donated afterwards.Any leftover items will be donated afterwards.
While we appreciate the intent, please don’t bring large amounts of clothing to leave at the event to donate. This will keep the event organized and make things easy on our team afterwards. Thank you!
Closet Thrift Sale
We have curated 10+ vendors to bring you the best gender free + size inclusive second-hand vintage, modern and handmade clothing, plus accessories and more. Featuring Renowned Toronto slow fashion designer Diana Coatsworth, Local upcycle designer Lucy of Gold Star Threads, Toronto Stylist and influencer Mana Mansour, and our very own Kez of Papa Love Vintage.
Registration recommended, or just drop in and shop!
Queer Cinema Night
Happy Pride Month Y'all! We will be showing queer cult classic film BOUND on our projector.
Drinks (alcoholic and non-alc) and snacks will be availablefor purchases.
PWYC, all proceeds will be donated to Canvas Programs. Their Youth Arts Action Committee (YAAC) brings together queer and questioning students from middle schools, where students learn from queer mentors, create art with peers, and take action in their communities. Session themes are co-designed with students, and participants explore gender expression, queerness and advocacy through the arts.
All proceeds donated from this event will go directly to supporting this programming.
Suggested amount $10-$20.
Doors open at 5:30, film starts at 6PM. Pre-register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/queer-cinema-night-at-morning-parade-tickets-1397162944979?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Cookie Pop Up - Cold Milk Cookies
Our beloved baker Marta of Cold Milk will be setting up a stand of freshly baked cookies in their signature flavours. First come first serve, come early, they sell out fast!
Frame Weaving
I remember you! is a series of crafting workshops for both new and seasoned crafters to connect with other folks in the neighbourhood, and jump start those I remember you! Learn how to create your own woven piece on a picture frame loom. All materials will be provided for the loom weaving project. $10 or PWYC to participate, must register in advance, spots limited. Register: https://www.tuyavale.com/irememberyou
90s Trivia Night!
Bring your friends to form a group of 4-6 people, or come solo and meet new friends!
Dress as your fav 90s character for a best dressed prize, plus an exciting prize for the trivia group winners. Morning Parade will be serving our regular coffee and snack menu, plus alcholoc beverage options.
Our guest host of Trivia night is our neighbour and friend, Gill "The Thrill"!
Gill is your local fitness cheerleader and #1 fan at FitstopTO—now stepping off the gym floor and into the 90’s! She’s fun, fierce, and forever loyal to Luke Perry. Get ready to party like it’s 1994 with Gill:)
LOCATION: Please note this event takes place at our EAST END location, not West end.
Groups: Please note if you come as a group of 4, you may have 1-2 people join your group. Maximum number of group members is 6 people.
Mother's Day Pancakes with Aurora (3rd annual!)
The legendary Aurora Browne is joining us once again to serve up her amazing pancakes. Welcome all moms and non-moms. Profits go to support Jessie’s - The June Callwood Centre for Young Women.
Closet Sale Pop Up
Is the spring weather making you want a closet refresh? Come shop sustainably with us on May 3rd! We’re having a fun little pop up closet sale with some friends. Great vintage & secondhand finds for all genders, styles and sizes.
Live Music on Gerrard
Join us for a night of live music with local East End performers Gary Larocca, Shannon Chapman, and duo Monet & Christian. Jazz, Soul, Folk.
We will be serving bar drinks in addition to our coffee menu. Come hang out, meet your neighbours, and enjoy local live music!
Ticket price is pay what you can at the door.
Doors open 7pm, live music starts at 7:30pm
About the Artists:
Garry Larocca: Local East End Jazz artist, frequents at Linsmore Tavern and other Danforth spots
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laroccagary/
Shannon Chapman: An instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer, Shannon is a rising force in the Canadian neo-soul scene. Her sound is funky and smooth with deeply personal lyrics.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonchapmanmusic/
Monet & Christan: Canadian Folk duo, when not performing on land, they work as musicians on cruise ships - we are lucky to be in their presence fresh off a cruise!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monetandchristianmusic?igsh=ZDlvM25keHJrY3dj&utm_source=qr