The holidays are officially here, with events happening all over the city to get you in the spirit of the season! With shopping lists to finish, and many meals to get to, it can be hard deciding which events are worth checking out during the most wonderful time of the year. Not to worry, we have a list of all the best festivities in the city to help you save time finding the festivities, and leave you with more time to make magical holiday memories in Lethbridge! Keep reading to discover all the ways to can get in on the holiday fun in Lethbridge this year!
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Nikka Yuko Winter Light Festival
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden
December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025
Every year Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden lights up the dark on winter nights with a dazzling display of lights. The garden is drenched in an array of colourful lights, with beautiful displays placed around the garden. While the plants may be hibernating for the season, and are missing their blossoms and leaves, the holidays still burst to life with colour and beauty at the Nikka Yuko Winter Light Festival. Don't miss your chance to see one of the most beloved holiday traditions in Lethbridge!
Dates:
December: Thursday – Sunday
January: Thursday – Saturday
February: Friday and Saturday
Times:
December: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
January: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
February: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Holiday Artisan and Gift Expo
Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre
Saturday, November 2, 2024 10am-4pm
Handcrafted with Love Holiday Edition
SAEA Multicultural Centre
November 9, 2024 10am-4pm
Winter Exhibition Openings at Casa
Casa
November 9, 2024 7pm
Christmas at Casa
Casa
Friday, November 15, 2024 5-9pm
Saturday, November 16, 2024 10am-5pm
Art | Craft | Café | Music
Shop Local with work from over 100 southern Albertan Artists!
SAAG Holiday Market
Southern Alberta Art Gallery
Friday, November 15, 2024 5-9pm
Saturday, November 16, 2024 10am-5pm
Christmas Family Dinner Dance
Sandman Signature Lodge
November 16, 2024 5-11:30pm
Treat Yo 'Elf Holiday Market
Visitlethbridge.com Arena
November 17, 2024 12pm
Night at the Museum Shopping Event
Galt Museum
Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4pm
Glow Lethbridge
Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre
November 22 - December 31, 2024
Celebrate the holiday season under the twinkle of a million lights at Glow Lethbridge!
Back by popular demand, this dazzling one-of-a-kind indoor holiday light festival returns with an all new theme!
Enjoy interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, seasonal food and drinks, family-friendly activities, and a festive holiday market.
Don’t miss a FREE photo with Santa and ride on our trackless “Glow-comotive” train.
Nutcracker Presented by Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society
Yates Memorial Theatre
November 22-30, 2024 9:30pm
Fall Into Christmas Handmade Market
November 22-24, 2024
Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre
Signatures Fall Into Christmas proudly returns to Lethbridge in 2024 season! A uniquely Canadian handmade marketplace, the show features the works of artists, artisans, makers, and designers from coast-to-coast.
4th Annual Mistletoe Market
Rocky Mountain Turf Club
November 23 - November 24, 2024 9am-4pm
Coaldale Night of Lights Market
Town of Coaldale - 1709 20 Ave, Coaldale, AB
November 29, 2024 3-9pm
Holiday Crafts at the Nature Centre
Helen Schuler Nature Centre
November 29, 2024: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
November 30, 2024: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
December 1, 2024: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cost: $5 per person | Space is limited!
Big Christmas and Farmers Market
Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre - Halls A & B
November 30, 2024 10am-6pm
December 1 10am-4pm
Hawk + Harvest Holiday Market
Galt Museum
November 30, 2024 6pm
2024 YWCA Gala
Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre
December 3, 2024 7-11pm
Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular
VisitLethbridge.com Arena
December 4, 2024 7pm
Lethbridge Handmade Market Holi-YAY
Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre
December 7, 2024 9am-4pm
Christmas with Johnny Reid
VisitLethbridge.com Arena
December 7, 2024
Catch JUNO Award winner and multi-platinum selling recording artist Johnny Reid live on stage in a joyful celebration of holiday spirit, sharing personal favourites, cherished classics and inspiring stories to usher in the holiday season!
4th Annual A December To Remember Christmas Giveback
1207 24 St N, Lethbridge, AB
December 14, 2024 3-7pm
Holiday Traditions Around the World
SAEA Multicultural Centre
December 14, 2024 5pm
Rock the Halls
Yates Memorial Theatre
December 11-28, 2024
Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree! Rock the Halls is a frantic and hilarious holiday celebration that will have you grooving and moving from start to finish. Don your Santa hat and bring the entire family to ring in the holidays with our talented cast.
Nostalgic Noel: A Victorian Affair
Fort Whoop-Up
December 13-15, 2024 12-5pm
Holiday Tunes with Mr. Chris Roedler
Fort Whoop-Up
Friday, December 20, 2024 2-3pm
26th Annual Community Christmas Dinner
SAEA - 421 6 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB
December 21, 2024 3pm
FREE Christmas meal for any community members who may be in need of extra support during the holiday season. Live Entertainment too!
That is just a few of the amazing Holiday events we have going all season long in Lethbridge. To discover even more holiday events and ways to celebrate the holidays all season long in Lethbridge, head over to our upcoming events calendar to see what happening in Lethbridge!
Don’t forget to share all the photos of your holiday festivities with us on social media with #ExploreLethbridge! We love seeing how people celebrate the holidays in Lethbridge and even repost some of our favourite! Don’t worry, we always ask permission first before reposting!
