Lunar Darling: Women In Motion

You’re Invited: Lunar Darling Gala

We invite you to join us for our inaugural Lunar Darling Gala — a modern celebration of the Lunar New Year, aligned with International Women’s Day. An evening devoted to women in motion — soulful creatives, visionary brands, heart-led leaders, emerging talent, and established founders — gathered to honor culture, connection, and collective momentum.

Together, we’ll usher in the Year of the Horse with elegance, purpose, and unbridled grace.

The Details

• Thursday March 5, 2026
• Doors open 5pm | Program begins 6pm | Dinner commences 7pm
• Attire – We invite you to dress up in bold colours – whether that’s striking print, a darling dress, jump suit, modern power suit – whatever makes you feel great and empowered.

About Us

Founded in 2023 by Lucy, Anita, and Sarah, LAST was born from a shared vision to create a refined, story-driven venue where every gathering feels meaningful. Nestled in the heart of Edmonton, LAST blends modern design with the timeless art of storytelling — bringing connection, community, collaboration, and creativity to life through every event.

From cultural celebrations and BIPOC initiatives to launch parties, intimate dinners, and milestone moments, we’ve built a space where stories unfold beautifully. Every detail is intentional. Every experience, lasting.

In our short two years of business, we are honoured to be named Best Intimate Event Venue across Canada and be a featured Alberta Women Entrepreneur story.

Event Details

An evening where culture, connection, and inspiration meet — set within an elegant dinner designed for women who lead with purpose.

Featuring keynote voices that embodies the momentum of the Year of the Horse and the spirit of International Women’s Day, inspiring reflection, renewal, and forward motion.

Event Audience

We are hosting 88 women, ages 30–60 — a curated community of established and emerging women entrepreneurs, creatives, influencers, and leaders.

Event Charity

We are delighted to share that a portion of all ticket sales will be going to YWCA Edmonton to support the advancement of women, girls, and families.

Featured Speakers

Dr. Jinglan Han (Alberta Reproductive Centre, Top 40 under 40)

Dr. Han is no stranger to the plights of being a woman. As we have connected with women across the ages, specifically in childbearing ages, we are well familiar with the pressures of the biological clock for those who wish to have both a career, education and biological children. We invite Dr. Han to speak about her experiences with other women who have struggled and empower young women with education and options on how to navigate this bridge between personal and professional priorities.

Brenda Brix (AMR Design)

Her story starts out as a molecular genetics researcher turned Interior Designer. Pivoting from science to creativity and entrepreneurship, she has gained a lot of wisdom about choosing life that serves her seasons. Diagnosed with cancer 2 years ago, she talks about reevaluating her priorities and coming back to her scientific roots by serving on the Cancer Research Institute of Northern Alberta as the Patient and Family Advisor.

Thu Parmar (City Counsellor)

Councillor Parmar has spent most of her career in leadership roles with her being a pharmacist by trade working at the Government of Alberta in Health Policy to becoming the Vice President at the Canadian Red Cross, she has always had a knack for being a change maker. Most recently impressively winning her campaign as City Councillor of Ward sipiwiyiniwak, she pays homage to her heritage, upbringing and family as guiding values in her life and identity.

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