Hey kids, this page is just for you. Find fresh and fun things to do in Lethbridge.
Remember, just like the seasons, things change.
Beasts and Bridges!
Helen Schuler Nature Centre
Meet the critters who call the coulees home at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre. Climb to the rooftop garden for a high-level introduction to native plants and the prettiest place to see the High-Level Bridge! Then take what you’ve learned about nature and explore the trails.
Indian Battle Park
Keep walking, and you’ll be in Indian Battle Park. You will love the playgrounds, skipping river rocks on the Oldman River and finding a place to picnic. Book yours at leisure.lethbridge.ca.
Fort Whoop-Up
This area is also home to Fort Whoop-Up. Cannons, costumes, a blacksmith—this replica of a traditional trading fort is where history comes to life. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride!
Popson Park
The Oldman River Observatory at Popson Park runs a public observatory and solar viewing at certain times of the year. Talk about exploring further afield!
Cor Van Raay YMCA
Nature is great, but when it gets messy outside, you need some indoor fun. Check out the Cor Van Raay YMCA. The aquatic centre has a wave pool, waterslide, and surf station! Skating superstars will even find 2 ice rinks at Cavendish Farms Centre.
Climbing Critters, Leaping and Laughing!
Coulee Climb
When you grow up, do you want to be a marvellous mountain goat, a rascally raccoon, or even a super-slow-motion sloth? Then you probably need to be hanging out on the climbing walls of Coulee Climb! Perfect for an orangutan-in-training!
Ascent Climbing Centre
For even BIGGER climbing challenges, check out Ascent Climbing Centre at the University of Lethbridge.
Jump LA Trampoline
Once you’ve scaled walls, why not really defy gravity? Hop over to Jump LA Trampoline.
Grown-ups, remember that most of these places need you to sign a waiver and accompany younger ones.
Fuel your fun at one of our great local restaurants! Check out our Culinary Page to learn more!
Downtown Lethbridge
Rotary Centennial Fountain
Delights After bouncing around, cool down downtown in the spray park at Galt Gardens.
Casa
Splash parks are cool, and so is art! Great news, you’re beside two local art centres! Cross the street east to Casa for pottery, printmaking and other art classes! These are perfect for kids staying in town a little longer.
Southern Alberta Art Gallery
Walk west, and you’ll see the Southern Alberta Art Gallery, that’s SAAG to us locals. You’ll find summer art camps and other fun programs here.
Galt Museum & Archives
Even further West, right on the edge of the river valley, is the Galt Museum & Archives. Learn about Lethbridge’s past with fun programming.
Henderson Lake is H-2-Oh-so-much-fun!
Henderson Lake Park
Henderson Lake Park is one of the biggest parks in the city. Bike along the trails, discover playgrounds and maybe even do some fishing. You can also cheer on dragonboats and catch special event fireworks!
Henderson Pool
On those super sunny Southern Alberta days, Henderson Pool is H-2-Oh-so-much-fun! This BIG outdoor pool also has a climbing wall, waterslides, and a spray park!
Lethbridge Bulls
Slide across the street to Spitz Stadium, home of the Lethbridge Bulls baseball team — they’re a home run!
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden
The gem of the park, and Lethbridge, is the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden. Discover Japanese culture through inventive daily programming the whole family will love.
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