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Custom Matchbooks for Bars & Cocktail Lounges in Edmonton
Edmonton bar matchbooks work because they travel with the guest after the night ends. A strong cover can mark a cocktail feature, a room anniversary, a playoff watch party, or a private buyout without feeling like a disposable handout. PrintNorth gives Edmonton operators an online path for those practical runs: upload the art, choose the quantity, review the CAD price, and ask for help when a date-driven order needs a closer look.
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Choose your options and quantity, upload the best artwork file you have, then complete secure Stripe checkout.
Why Bars & Cocktail Lounges Choose Custom Matchbooks
A bar matchbook should have a job before it goes to print. Put it beside a candle when the room leans cocktail, use it at the host stand for a ticketed tasting, include it in a sponsor night, or place it near the patio door during warm-weather service. Edmonton pubs may want direct logo visibility; cocktail bars usually get more value from a cover that feels collectible and slightly understated.
Serving Edmonton's Bars Community
Edmonton's bar demand clusters around different rhythms than Calgary's: Whyte Avenue and Old Strathcona bring student, theatre, and festival traffic; Jasper Avenue and Ice District pull downtown nights; Ritchie and 124 Street support smaller independent rooms. Matchbooks make sense in those settings because they hold a memory of the venue after the coaster and napkin are left on the table.
Use the matchbook cover for recognition, not explanation. One clear mark, a short venue cue, and a colour that still reads in low light will beat a busy cover almost every time. If the order is for festival season, a playoff run, or a private event, avoid artwork that dates the whole run unless you are certain every matchbook will be used during that window.
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Matchbooks Specifications
Material
Cardboard matchbook, wooden matches
Dimensions
2.2" x 1.4"
Print Method
Foil stamped adhesive label
Minimum Order
pack of 50
Production Time
1-2 business days
Artwork
PNG, JPG, PDF, AI, EPS, 300+ DPI, 0.125" on all sides bleed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Edmonton bars order matchbooks for a festival-week event?
Yes. Use the order form when artwork and quantity are ready, and contact PrintNorth first if the in-hand date is tied to a fixed festival, game, or private booking. Production and delivery timing are estimates, so schedule-sensitive orders need extra room.
What should an Edmonton bar put on the cover?
Start with the mark guests already recognize: the venue name, logo, or a short campaign line. Add a handle only if it stays readable. For a small cover, one confident idea is stronger than a full list of drinks, sponsors, or event details.
Are matchbooks useful for pubs, or only cocktail bars?
They work for both, but the design should change. Pubs usually benefit from a bolder, simpler cover that can survive heavy handling, while cocktail rooms can lean into quieter details that guests keep as part of the room experience.
Can the same matchbook design be reused for multiple events?
Yes, and that is often the smarter buy. Keep the core venue artwork evergreen, then use coasters, napkins, menus, or table cards for details that change from one Edmonton event to the next.
What file format should I upload for my custom matchbooks?
Upload the best file you have in PNG, JPG, PDF, AI, or EPS format. Vector artwork is preferred when available, and raster artwork should ideally be 300 DPI. PrintNorth reviews the file before preparing your proof.
Will I receive a proof before my custom matchbooks are printed?
Yes. PrintNorth emails a digital proof within one business day after checkout, or contacts you if the file cannot be prepared as supplied. Production does not begin until you reply APPROVED in writing.
Can I request changes to my proof?
Yes. Reply to the proof email with the changes you need. PrintNorth will revise the proof or explain any product limitations before asking for approval again.
Can I cancel before approving my proof?
Yes. You may request a full refund before proof approval. Once you reply APPROVED, production may begin immediately and custom-product cancellation and refund restrictions apply.
What is the minimum order for custom matchbooks?
The minimum order is pack of 50. Available quantities are shown in the order form before checkout.
How should I plan delivery timing for custom matchbooks to Edmonton?
Your digital proof is normally emailed within one business day after checkout. The listed production estimate of 1-2 business days begins after you approve the proof, followed by Canadian carrier delivery. Final timing also depends on revisions, destination, weather, holidays, and peak-season volume.
Can I order a sample before placing a large order?
Printed samples are not currently available through self-serve checkout. Contact PrintNorth before ordering to discuss a sample, unusual specification, or larger rollout.
Do you offer volume discounts for bars?
Yes. Retail pricing improves at higher quantities where available, and the order form updates the per-unit and total price automatically.