Upcoming Events

Carnival Games, Photo Wall, Craft & Light Refreshments.
10:00 - 11:30am
Easter EGG Start Times: 10:15am & 11:00am

We are hosting our first-ever signature fundraising event on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, featuring a very special guest, Rick Mercer! Presented by Wendy's Lethbridge and Tollestrup Group.

Lethbridge Family Services is celebrating 115 years of instilling hope by creating a diverse, connected, and welcoming community. We invite you to share with us our Spring to Light Benefit Gala in support of mental health and wellness programming for hundreds of clients in our Immigrant Services and DaCapo Disability Services Departments.

Location: Lethbridge & District Exhibition Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre.

Date: Friday, April 25, 2025. Reception begins at 5:30 pm.

What to wear: Festive and elegant spring attire.

Ticket pricing: $200 per person, $1,500 per table (8 people)

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High Level Innovation Conference 2025

Discover innovation, technology, and e-sports at Southern Alberta’s premier event! Hosted at the Lethbridge Agri-Food Hub & Trade Centre, this two-day conference brings together cutting-edge exhibits, thrilling gaming tournaments, inspiring keynote speakers, and valuable networking opportunities.

Highlights include:

• Exhibition Zones: Explore the latest in tech, tourism, and emerging industries.
• Esport Tournaments: Watch players compete in popular games.🎮 REGISTER HERE 🎮
• Keynote Speakers & Panels: Learn from innovators shaping the future.
• Geek Fest & Cultural Events: Family-friendly fun for all ages.
• Innovators & Investors Dinner | May 2nd: Time for Entrepreneurs to connect with investors to seek pathways to funding and form partnerships that drive local and global opportunities.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate Southern Alberta’s vibrant innovation ecosystem!

📅 Dates: May 2–3, 2025
📍 Location: Lethbridge Agri-Food Hub & Trade Centre
🎟️ Tickets: Free for youth under 18 | $20/day or $30 for both days

Reserve your spot today and be part of Alberta’s innovation story!

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Lethbridge and District Pickleball Tournament

Tournament Dates: May 2-4, 2025

Junior Boy's and Girl's Doubles – Friday, May 2, 2025

Men's & Women's Singles - Friday, May 2, 2025

Men's Doubles & Women's Doubles - Saturday, May 3, 2025

Mixed Doubles - Sunday, May 4, 2025

All participants must be members of Pickleball Canada.

This is a Tier 4 Pickleball Canada sanctioned tournament that will follow USAP international rules and have referees for medal matches.

This tournament will use a player's Canadian Tournament Play Rating (CTPR). If a player does not have a CTPR the player’s DUPR rating will be used as the next option. If a player does not have a DUPR rating the player's self rating on Pickleball Tournaments will be used.

Review your CTPR here: https://pickleballclubs.com/clubs/ctpr-canadian-tournament-pickleball-rating/members.

Format

All events will be Round Robin format with a guarantee to play between 60 and 90 total points. Ex: A pool of 6 teams will play 1 set to 15, (75 points) A pool of 8 teams will play 1 set to 11, (77 points) with playdowns. Playdowns will be games to 15 win by 2; medal matches: Bronze - one game to 15 win by 2; Gold/Silver - best 2 out of 3 games to 11 win by 2.

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Time & Location

May 02, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

DA Steel Buildings Hall, 3401 Parkside Dr S, Lethbridge, AB

About the event

Come out for this unique time to celebrate everything GEEK!

Explore businesses that embrace geek, pop culture, anime, sci-fi, comic superheroes, table top gaming and more!

DATES & HOURS:

• Friday, May 2 | 9 AM - 5 PM
• Saturday, May 3 | 9 AM - 5 PM

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UFA Hall

The largest Taco Festival in southern Alberta is coming to the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre on Saturday, May 3!

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When: May 5th 2025 From 7:30pm-9:30pm

Beethoven used a novel approach while creating the heroic Emperor Concerto; it was a time of great change for him during a war-ridden era and time to let go of old habits.  This concerto hints at the larger than life works that would herald Beethoven’s new musical style.  At the time, Vienna was under siege by Napoleon’s armies.  Beethoven wrote that there was “nothing but drums, cannons, men, and misery” around him and fled to his brother’s cellar, covering his ears with pillows to protect his fading hearing.  That sounds like ideal circumstances under which to compose, right?  No cannons will be harmed in the performance of the Emperor Concerto.

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In a celebration of the cultural heritage of North and South America and the South Pacific, Living Legends presents a vibrant display of energy, music, costume, and dance. Talented performers of native descent capture the rhythms of Polynesia, portray the fascinating legends of Native American people, and dazzle the senses with the energy of Latin America. Their lavish attire and intricate choreography are both authentic representations of the showcased cultures. Living Legends prioritizes tours in their native lands, a practice that encourages excellence and inspires a love for native culture in both the performers and their audiences.

Buy Tickets Here: https://visitlethbridgearena.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=LL&linkID=lethbridge-multi&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=

The 2nd Annual TELUS Wag & Walk - May 10, 2025 at Henderson Lake, Lethbridge

TELUS is proud to present our second annual charity event promoting healthy living for both you and your pets!

Join us for a heartwarming charity walk and competitive run around Henderson Lake's scenic 2.1km loop. This community-driven event combines pet wellness and active living in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Event Details:Date: May 10, 2025Location: Henderson Lake, LethbridgeEntry Fee: Donate either a non-perishable food item OR pet supplies (all donations support local food banks and animal shelters)

Event Highlights:Competitive run around Henderson LakePrize-based participation incentivesFamily and pet-friendly activitiesLocal food trucks offering delicious treatsVendor displays and information boothsAnimal shelters on-site with adoptable pets

We're Looking For:- Participants! - Vendors (free booth space available for pet-related and healthy living businesses)- Prize sponsors- Health/Wellness and pet care professionals- Animal shelters interested in hosting adoption opportunities

Challenge your family, friends, or co-workers to join this meaningful community event! Building on last year's success, we're expecting even greater participation and community engagement.

Register Here - https://docs.google.com/.../19P.../edit

Interested in being a vendor or sponsor? Contact us for detailed information about booth specifications and sponsorship opportunities.

Don't forget to like and share this event on social media! Let's make this year's TELUS Wag & Walk an unforgettable community experience!

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If you're looking for good fun and a plethora of food trucks, look no further than Food Truck Fridays hosted at Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens! 

Food Truck Fridays is held at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden every Friday throughout the summer, featuring the largest variety of food trucks in Lethbridge!

For more information on the event and to see the full line up of Food trucks, visit the website.

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Nikka Yuko Food Trucks at a glance

• Dates:  Every Friday from mid-May through mid-September
• Location: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden 
• What to bring: Money for food trucks‍
• Admission: Free

Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical show for all the family.

Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you'd think), an adorable Unicorn and majestic Griffin. Take your place among legendary heroes, just don't wake the Dragon.

From the creators of the international smash hit Dinosaur World Live, who bring spectacular puppets to life, this award-winning show comes to Canada for the first time, direct from London's West End.

Dont miss this spell-binding adventure, live on stage!

Suitable for all ages 3+ | Running time: 55 minutes

Buy Tickets Here: https://visitlethbridgearena.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=DMB&linkID=lethbridge-multi&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=

LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

Following the huge success of its 2024 Canadian national tour, Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is RETURNING IN 2025 by popular demand!

See the rock spectacular that everyone RAVED about, bringing their big sound, big screens, crazy lighting and outlandish costumes back for a night of non-stop rock anthems, including Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Radio GaGa, I Want to Break Free, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, Another One Bites the Dust and so many more.

Featuring Dominic Warren reprising his role as ‘Freddie Mercury’ and performing vocals, piano and guitar all LIVE ON STAGE and in original key.

Don’t miss the REAL ROCK EXPERIENCE, direct from Australia!

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Ottawa’s Steve Marriner has been a big part of the Canadian music scene for nearly 3 decades!! A harmonica virtuoso and multi-instrumentalist, Steve is one of our busiest and most talented musicians. As if being frontman for Juno Award winning blues band MonkeyJunk and playing regularly alongside Canadian icons Colin James and Harry Manx isn’t enough, he maintains a highly successful solo career. The Geomatic Attic is thrilled to have Steve and his band, Local Electric, back in Lethbridge for what is sure to be another memorable show!!

PARTON PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:

Ashley Borody

The Ultimate Tribute to Adele

Ashley not only looks like Adele but sounds like Adele, she flawlessly captures the essence of Adele’s signature sound which will leave you breathless. Ashley’s powerful voice is one of the most authentic Adele tribute shows touring today. Sold out shows in Canada and USA always ending in a standing ovation.

Ashley Borody and husband Dylan have been performing together for the past 10 years. They have a full piece band and have been apart of some amazing shows with some very talented musicians, they released an album last year with another artist. Ashley can be found on most music platforms. Ashley and Dylan have had the pleasure of performing with some of The American Highway Men and look forward to all of the upcoming performances being booked worldwide.

Performance includes a full piece band including 3 violinists and a cello player.

Buy Tickets Here: https://visitlethbridgearena.ca/events/offsite-event/ashley-borody-as-the-ultimate-tribute-to-adele/2025-05-24

LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

The University of Lethbridge Senate is hosting a charity fundraiser!
A Comedy Show Benefit in Support of Student Food Security at ULethbridge
Featuring BRENT BUTT with Special Guest Charlie Demers

The event is designed to be a fun and family friendly comedy show featuring two of Canada's most recognized comedians
TV's Brent Butt and Charlie Demers will be putting on a show that Lethbridge won't want to miss.

Brent Butt will be receiving a honorary degree from the University of Lethbridge later that week.

The Fundraiser is in support of the University Food for Thought Committee and the important work that they do to support student food security on campus

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Foodie Fest is back! Join us on the last Tuesday of the month from May until August for Food Trucks around Galt Gardens, free samples from downtown businesses, and live music in Festival Square.

Check out the link to find out more and buying tickets for the Lethbridge Bulls Baseball team playing at Spitz Stadium

Lethbridge & District Exhibition hosts not one but two Farmers’ Markets throughout the year!

The Saturday Lethbridge Farmers’ Market presented by UFA runs from June to October at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre. Since 1962, The Lethbridge and District Exhibition has put on the market, which is Lethbridge’s only Alberta-approved Farmers’ Markets. This means that 80% of our market products are made, baked, or grown right here in Alberta! Find crafts, fresh fruit, vegetables, local meat, homemade baking, artwork, handmade clothing, and much more!

Lethbridge & District Exhibition and Downtown Lethbridge Business Revitalization Zone (BRZ) also produce the Downtown Lethbridge Farmers’ Market presented by 94.1 CJOC from July through September. Shoppers can stock up on fresh produce, baked goods, homemade crafts, custom clothing, and much more!

Lethbridge Farmers’ Market at a glance

SATURDAY

• Dates: Every Saturday June through to mid-October
• Time: 8 A.M. – 1 P.M.
• Location: UFA Hall, Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, 101 Exhibition Way S. 
• Admission: Free

WEDNESDAY

• Dates: July - early September
• Times: 9 A.M. - 2 P.M.
• Location: Festival Square, 600 3 Ave. S

Admission: Free

Jonathan Ryan Pardi is an American country music singer and songwriter. Signed to Capitol Nashville, he has released four studio albums: Write You a Song (2014), California Sunrise (2016), Heartache Medication(2019), and Mr. Saturday Night (2022). Pardi has also charted fourteen singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts, of which four have hit number one on the latter: "Head Over Boots", "Dirt on My Boots", "Heartache Medication" and "Last Night Lonely".

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It ended as a record-smashing tour, and now you can re-live the hype when TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift comes to The Yates Memorial Centre on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at 2:00 pm!

Come celebrate and pay tribute to ‘Tay Tay’ and the musical genius and undeniable connection she had to her fans with this joyous, effervescent concert experience, complete with sparkly costumes, cosmic stage production, and over 20 exquisite renditions of Taylor’s biggest hits from every era of her career, including Shake It Off, Anti-Hero, Cruel Summer, You Belong With Me, Love Story, I Knew You Were Trouble, Blank Space, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Bad Blood, Our Song, Lover and more.

Don’t miss out - BOOK NOW to grab the best seats in the house before they all sell out!

*This is a tribute show and is not associated with Taylor Swift Productions.

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LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

Returning Due to Popular Demand:

Simply The Best - TINA The Ultimate Tribute to the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner, brimming with iconic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. Featuring the powerful, raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing and thrilling stage presence of South African Caroline Borole (as seen on South African Idols) live on stage, complete with her international band, brass section, backing vocalists and dancers to make this SIMPLY THE BEST tribute to the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina Turner.

Hear all the energetic rock and soulful RnB hits that made Tina one of the 20th century’s biggest names in music: (Simply) The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It, River Deep Mountain High, Proud Mary, Nutbush City Limits, We Don’t Need Another Hero, What You Get is What You See, Private Dancer, It Takes Two and many more. Not to be missed – BOOK NOW!

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Block Party 2025 planning is officially underway!
Join us on June 14th in downtown Lethbridge for a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment, and community connection.

June 14th, 2025

Get ready to dive into a world of outdoor fun and adventure at Nature Play Fest!

On the second Saturday in June from Noon - 4:00pm the Nature Centre celebrates Nature Play Fest at Henderson Lake Park.

This annual event is Lethbridge's Largest Outdoor Children's Festival!

Nature Play Fest provides families with the opportunity to try diverse outdoor activities from kayaking to loose parts play.

Activities are FREE for everyone to enjoy throughout the afternoon.

Everyone is encouraged to take part in the outdoor festival that features 20+ play-based activities hosted by local community organizations.

Nature Play Fest is generously supported by Tourism Lethbridge and Pattison Media's B93 and Wild 95.

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Coming Summer 2025! 46th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing

Registration will open in the coming months.

Location: Lethbridge, Alberta, serviced by both Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Lethbridge Regional Airport (YQL).

Accommodations: Numerous hotels, Airbnb options, and University of Lethbridge campus lodging.

Event Format:

• Workshops: Pre-event day dedicated to workshops.
• Main Event: Three days of plenary keynotes, panel discussions, and parallel technical sessions, with posters and exhibits.
• Social Events: An icebreaker reception in the Science Commons atrium, a banquet and awards at a downtown location, and various networking opportunities, with an emphasis on student and young professional networking and mentorship.
• Field Trips: On the Friday following the main event there will be field trip opportunities. These are expected to include excursions to the nearby Rocky Mountains, with options to take small groups on tours of our field research sites at Waterton Lakes National Park, Castle Mountain Park and Field Research Station, or some of our drone survey sites in the foothills and Prairies. Closer to Lethbridge, there will be a field trip, exhibition, or workshop on digital ag and/or associated sensing equipment at the AAFC farm.

Community Engagement: Partnership with local high schools and Blackfoot communities to inspire youth with innovations in remote sensing through the Destination Exploration program. By leveraging the Destination Exploration Program, we aim to make the 46th CSRS a vehicle to inspire the youth in our communities with ‘cool’ innovations in remote sensing and share with them emerging opportunities in geospatial and smart farming technology.

Hosts & Organizers

Primary Hosts:

• University of Lethbridge (ULethbridge)
• Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
• Canadian Remote Sensing Society (CRSS-SCT)

Potential Partners: Other college, community, NGO and industry partners with an interest in the remote sensing theme of the symposium are being sought to add program diversity and increase opportunities for cross-sector networking.

Organizing Committee:

The newly established Institute for Geospatial Inquiry, Instruction, and Innovation (i4Geo) at the University of Lethbridge will host the event, promoting geospatial technology networking and training. The symposium will be promoted as the first national-scale event to be coordinated by i4Geo, which brings additional advantages and synergies. Important goals of i4Geo are to host geospatial technology networking and training events to bring together practitioners in academia, government, and industry.

• General Conference Co-Chairs: Dr. Chris Hopkinson, Dr. Keshav Singh
• Committee Leads: Dr. Craig Coburn, Dr. Laura Chasmer, Dr. Derek Peddle

The conference leadership team has extensive experience organizing past symposia, including roles as General Conference Chairs, Co-Chairs, and Technical Program Chairs. They hold significant leadership roles in various national and international societies and networks.

Contact Information

For further details and inquiries, reach out to the organizing committee through the profile links above.

Note: this update will be updated regularly.

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Since RIVERDANCE first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established RIVERDANCE as a global cultural sensation.To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, RIVERDANCE will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world.

Buy Tickets Here: https://visitlethbridgearena.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=RD&linkID=lethbridge-multi&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=

21-year-old Jake Vaadeland from Cut Knife, Saskatchewan, has had an impressive year. He earned his first JUNO Award win, his first Western Canadian Music Award win and made history as the youngest artist to achieve `Road Gold' Certification by selling 25,000 tickets in 12 months across Canada.Performing and recording with his band' The Sturgeon River Boys', he has released a new record `One More Dollar to Go' and embarked on a global tour, performing in the U.K., Spain, Denmark, the U.S., Germany, the Netherlands, and throughout Canada, solidifying his status as a rising star in the music industry.

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Come on down to the Airport June 21/2025 for Le Barons annual arm drop drag racing!!

Lots of classic cars and some of the fastest race cars in the area.

So come on down and cheer on your favourite cars or enter your own.More details to come.

See ya there!!

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Foodie Fest is back! Join us on the last Tuesday of the month from May until August for Food Trucks around Galt Gardens, free samples from downtown businesses, and live music in Festival Square.

LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

Moon Coin Productions Inc. presents Shania Twain Tribute The Shania Experience with opening act The Country Divas coming to The Yates Memorial Theatre on June 26th!

Featuring a captivating live band, electrifying dancers, powerful vocals, dazzling costumes & multi-media, this all-ages, stage extravaganza will have you smiling, moving and singing along to your favourite Shania hits as well as favourites by Dolly, Linda Ronstadt, Reba and The Chicks!

Powerhouse Vocalist and Performer Jeanette O’Keeffe gives a genuine and heart felt tribute to Canada’s biggest Female Country Super Star, performing Shania’s biggest hits including ‘Man I Feel Like A Woman’, ‘Any Man Of Mine’ ‘Still The One’, ‘Who’s Bed Have Your Boots Been Under’, ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much and many more. Catch a sneak peak here: https://youtu.be/PxnyAx4CFsw

Opening Act:

‘The Country Divas’: A fun, interactive and entertaining stage show Starring the amazing Marlie Collins celebrating the music of Dolly, Reba and The Chicks! See more info at www.TheCountryDivas.com

The Shania Experience and The Country Diva’s have been wowing audiences across the Country with performances at Peach Fest in Penticton, Surrey Canada Day for over 20,000 people, The River Rock Show Theatre, The Hard Rock Show Theatre, McPherson Playhouse in Victoria, Port Theatre in Nanaimo, University Theatre in Calgary, Myer Horowitz Theatre in Edmonton, Kay Meek Performing Arts Centre in West Vancouver, The Memorial Centre in Red Deer, AB, The Arden Theatre in St Albert, Vernon Performing Arts Centre, Kelowna Community Theatre, The Sagebrush Theatre in Kamloops, BC and more!

Just wanted to say that we absolutely loved your show. The sound and presentation could not have been better and it was loaded with energy. Thank you so much for providing us with such a good time. - Susan Hunting - Vancouver, BC, on behalf of the 6 of us that attended together.

The Shania Experience and The Country Divas are produced by Vancouver, BC production company Moon Coin Productions Inc (Producers of ABBA Tribute “ABRA Cadabra” and Eagles Tribute “Take It To The Limit”). Moon Coin has been creating and producing high-calibre, Vegas-style Theatre shows for over 20 years. More info at: www.mooncoinlive.com / @MoonCoinLive

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Welcome to Western Canada Rib Fest Tour - Where we bring finger licking good ribs, pulled pork, sausage, and more to a place near you. We are excited to bring you, not only good food, but live entertainment and family fun, as we join forces with some incredible community partners

Cheer your heart out at this spectacular summer festival as the splash of water and the beat of drums fill the air around Henderson Lake.

The festival’s main event, Dragon Boat Racing, is half athletics, half theatre, where teams of 18-20 people fly across the water in dragon-shaped boats. More than a race, the Dragon Boat Festival features a variety of events, like beer gardens, on-stage entertainment, vendor stalls and a kids’ zone. It’s a veritable hive of activity around Henderson Lake.

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Dragon Boat Festival at a glance

• Date: Last weekend of June
• ‍How to get there: Drive, ride or walk to Henderson Lake, located just off Mayor Magrath Drive. Bikebridge Cycling Association even offers secure bike storage for festival-goers.
• Where to stay: Stay at a nearby Airbnb, The Coast Hotel, or for some quaint team accommodations, try Charles Street Vacation Home. Discover
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• What to bring: Water, sunscreen, a light jacket, and money for food trucks

Price: Free! If you wish to compete in the race you can register[Register to Race]

Enjoy the freedom to be you at this celebration of pride and the many colours it comes in, with each vibrant hue enveloping Lethbridge’s downtown each June!

Lethbridge Pride Fest is more than a parade — it’s a month of art shows, festivities and music designed to support, uplift, and give platform to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the city and across Southern Alberta. From drag nights and brunches, to the dances and the parade itself, Pride organisers keep the events coming throughout June! No matter how you choose to show your pride, there is a way for everyone to celebrate in Lethbridge!

Pride Fest at a Glance

• Dates: Events happen all over the city throughout June, with the Pride Parade usually taking place on the third Saturday of the month.
• How to get there: Events happen all over the city, so be sure to click the button below to check out our events calendar for specific shows and venues!
  
• Where to stay: Stay close to downtown at a local Airbnb, or choose the Sandman Signature or the Days Inn to make transportation to Pride events as easy as can be.
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• What to bring: The brightest, shiniest, and most vibrant outfit you have in your closet!

Price: The Pride Parade is free to attend; however, pricing depends on each event/show

LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

A Tragically Hip Tribute
Dive into an electrifying homage to Canada's beloved rock legends with The Hip Experience! This dynamic tribute band brings the raw energy and heartfelt lyricism of The Tragically Hip to life, delivering an authentic and exhilarating concert experience. From the iconic riffs of "New Orleans is Sinking" to the soulful depth of "Ahead by a Century," The Hip Experience captures the spirit of Gord Downie and company with passion and precision. Join us for a night of unforgettable music that celebrates the legacy of one of rock's most cherished bands

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Get ready for a bigger, better and more accessible Canada Day in Lethbridge!

Beginning in July 2025, the City of Lethbridge and Lethbridge District & Exhibition (LDE) will combine forces to host Canada’s birthday. Some activities will stay at Henderson Lake Park (including the popular Kid Zone) while others will shift across the street to LDE.

The event’s growing popularity was on display in 2024, with an estimated 12,000 attendees. As the crowds have grown, so have some of the challenges, like overcrowding, park damage and security. These are just a few concerns to be addressed starting in 2025.

“Moving part of the event to LDE brings a lot of benefits,” says Travis Grindle, Recreation Services Manager. “There’s more parking for food trucks, better security sightlines and we’re creating more open space to enjoy the celebrations and the park. It’s about improving the visitor and vendor experience, now and as the event continues to grow into the future.”

Paul Kingsmith, Director of Community Engagement at LDE, adds, “We’re thrilled to be involved in this celebration and give back to the community. Our large outdoor spaces are perfect for hosting the food trucks and main stage. The indoor amenities at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, like washrooms and concession areas, will also contribute to the atmosphere.”

This new partnership also brings significant financial benefits for both organizations. Shifting some events away from the park will help reduce the City’s operational costs and provide LDE more revenue opportunities.

“This partnership is truly a win-win for everyone involved,” says Mayor Blaine Hyggen. “It preserves the beauty of Henderson Lake Park and allows LDE to showcase their amazing spaces. I applaud our Administration and LDE for making Canada Day a more enjoyable event.”

Weather permitting, the event will end with an exciting display in the sky.

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25 OBSTACLES

We guarantee you'll be foamy, muddy and wet by the end of the 5K Foam Fest

5k Foam Fest has 25 of some of the best and most exciting obstacles in the world including the worlds largest inflatable waterslide, slip and slides, and mucky mud pits! Combine these with 2.5 million cubic feet of foam that we pump out at each event and you are destined to have a awesome day!

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LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, NEWSIES is the story of, Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies" who dreams of a better life far from the hardships of the street.  

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Softball Valley is the host of this years Men's and Women's Provincials. The tournament hasn't been in town since 2018.

The date for the event is July 11-13

From the roar of souped-up engines to sunlight glinting off kilometres of chrome and purple pearlescent, Street Machine Weekend is the ultimate celebration of cars and car culture.

This three-day event hosts over a thousand vehicles – from classic American muscle to wild customs, hot rods and European sports cars. Friday night kicks things off with live music, beer gardens, and an evening cruise, all happening along 3rd ave. S. So grab a couple pals, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy the show!

Learn More about Street Wheelers Weekend!
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Register for the Tourism Lethbridge Street Wheelers Poker Run 2024!

After an incredible Poker Run last year Tourism Lethbridge is once again hosting a city wide poker run on Friday July from 12 - 5 PM. The poker run is meant to take you around the city to see all the best attractions we have to offer, while you try to build a prize winning poker hand. For more information, official rules, and to register yourself for the poker run.

Street Wheelers at a glance

• Date: Second weekend of July
• How to get there: Head to 3rd ave. S., or gather anywhere along Mayor Magrath Drive for Friday night’s cruise; Park at Rocky Mountain Turf Club Grandstand for Saturday’s 100-foot dash. Check out the Exhibition Grounds for the autocross and meander to Galt Gardens downtown for Sunday’s Show and Shine.
• Where to stay: Book a room at The Coast just off Mayor Magrath Drive, or Lethbridge Lodge, located at the beginning of 3rd ave. S. For budget options, cruise some Airbnb listings (specifically in and around Henderson Lake) for a spot close to the action.
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• What to bring: Water, sunscreen, and money for food trucks‍
• Price: Most events are free

Leave the car at home (or at the hotel) and enjoy the peak of summer while you bike or walk over to this sustainable art and music festival.

The festival is put on by The Geomatic Attic, one of Lethbridge’s top music venues for new and upcoming artists. Festival-goers are encouraged to arrive at the event using sustainable means of transportation, be it walking, cycling, or skating. These free outdoor shows are held at the Lethbridge Park and Ride Parkade and outside of the Sandman Signature Lodge.

Learn More About Wide Skies Festival.

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Wide Skies at a glance

• Dates: TBA
• How to get there: Held downtown, Wide Skies is easy to access by foot or by bicycle. Parking, however, is limited.‍
• Where to stay: Stay downtown to make your walk to the venue easier at either the Sandman Signature, Days Inn, or Wingate.

Foodie Fest is back! Join us on the last Tuesday of the month from May until August for Food Trucks around Galt Gardens, free samples from downtown businesses, and live music in Festival Square.

Alberta Open Farms Days is an incubator for agri-tourism and rural sustainability. Bringing together Albertans and visitors alike, they offer educational agri-based experiences.

Learn where your food comes from and enjoy farm-to-table culinary events from some of the region's most talented chefs showcasing Alberta products.

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Open Farm Days at a glance

• Date: August 16 & 17, 2025
• How to get there: Participating farms change from year to year. Check out the Alberta Open Farm Days webpage to learn about the farms participating this year. Please note most farms are located outside of the city and there may be gravel roads to get to the farm.
• Where to stay: There are a few hotel options located just off 43rd St. S. on the east side of town. There’s also The Coast or The Sandman on Mayor Magrath Drive if you want to be closer to the downtown and some amazing local restaurants.
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• What to bring: Water, sunscreen, and money for events at the farms or to buy local goods!

Whoop-Up Days is where our community comes together to celebrate, experience, eat, laugh, and ride. Where the midway lights brighten up the southern sky, where the authentic west still runs wild, where cultures come together and memories are made. 

Whoop-Up Days is for everyone. It should be fun, friendly, and accessible. Let’s celebrate together. 

As summer winds down, we’re just getting started. We’re more than just your fair — we’re your community.

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Parade

‍Don't forget the Whoop-Up Days Parade! The Whoop-Up Days Parade is the iconic start to Lethbridge’s most popular and longest-running community fair. 

Showcasing the people, businesses, and organizations who call Lethbridge home, the parade is a celebration of the region’s heritage and future.

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Whoop-Up Days at a glance

• Date: End of August to beginning of September
• How to get there: Cycle or drive to the Lethbridge & District Exhibition east of Henderson Lake. Parking is plentiful at both the exhibition grounds for a price or around Henderson Lake itself if you don’t mind a bit of a walk.
• Where to stay: There are hotel options located just off 43rd St. S. that are conveniently close to The Water Tower Grill & Bar and Pure Casino Lethbridge, a local restaurant and brewery. There’s also The Coast or The Sandman on Mayor Magrath Drive — both within a five-minute drive (or 30-minute walk) to the exhibition grounds.
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• What to Expect:
  • Marketplace
  • Food Trucks
  • Community Events
  • Buskers
  • Midway
• What to bring: Water, sunscreen, and money for food trucks

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LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT PRO RODEO FEATURING THE RELAY RACES

August 22-24, 7 P.M. at Grandstands

Lethbridge & District Exhibition is proud to once again host the Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo from August 22-24, 2024. This three-day event is the only CPRA rodeo in Lethbridge that showcases the history, people, and culture of Southern Alberta. 

From its inception over 125 years ago, professional rodeo has had some of its finest moments at Whoop-Up Days throughout the decades. The 2024 rodeo will include nearly $100,000 in cash prizes up for grabs!  

Featured nightly, the relay races are one of the most high-intensity elements of the Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo. Often referred to as “North America’s original extreme sport” the races have been a part of Indigenous life for hundreds of years.

The Rodeo itself also features themed nights for each of its three days, with a Blackfoot Confederacy Celebrations Night on Friday, Family Night on Saturday, and AG Community Night on Sunday. Experience horse racing like never before as riders race bareback in laps around a track and exchange horses after every lap by jumping from one horse to another.

Foodie Fest is back! Join us on the last Tuesday of the month from May until August for Food Trucks around Galt Gardens, free samples from downtown businesses, and live music in Festival Square.

Take a stroll downtown en plein air and soak up Lethbridge’s local art scene al fresco with Lethbridge Art Days!"

Uniting local businesses and galleries, Arts Days in Lethbridge brings the incredible talent of Southern Alberta artists out of the gallery and into the streets. From street performers to art walks, this event spans ten days, running the gamut from live art tutorials to riveting theatrical performances curious enough to pique all interests.

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Arts Days at a glance

• Dates: September 7th - September 28th with different events daily! 
• How to get there: Arts Days is primarily held downtown, making it a very walkable event. However, it also includes fine arts events at the University of Lethbridge, which will require a car or public transit.
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• Where to stay: Stay close to downtown at the Sandman Signature, Days Inn, or Wingate and enjoy your short walk to all the events! Find even more accommodation
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What to bring: A sense of curiosity, an open mind and the usual: water, a jacket, and money for downtown eats!

Time & Location

Trade Hall C, 3401 Parkside Dr S, Lethbridge, AB

About the event

Check out the 18th Annual Windy City Tattoo Show at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre from Friday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 14!

Bigger building and bigger show with over 200 artists. Explore a wide variety of vendors, listen to live entertainment and enjoy more chances to win prizes than ever before!

SHOW DATES:

• Friday, Sept. 12 | 2 PM - 12 AM (Adults Only)
• Saturday, Sept. 13 | 12 PM - 11 PM
• Sunday, Sept. 14 | 12 PM - 7 PM

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LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present ABBA REVISITED, North America’s #1 Tribute to ABBA. Its members have been dazzling audiences across the globe since the year 2001. ABBA REVISITED recreates the magic of ABBA with authentic costumes, spectacular harmonies and note-perfect musicianship taking their audience on a musical journey back in time. From Vegas to Bermuda, Mexico to Dubai, and Guatemala, ABBA Revisited recreated the show stopping look and sound that ABBA fans around the world can’t deny! This show is a MUST SEE!!!

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First show sold out! Buy tickets for the second show before its too late!
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Show # 1 Sold Out
Show #2
Buy Tickets Here: tickets@steveo.com

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LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present

Hotel California - The Original Eagles Tribute

When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Grammys, and enjoyed six #1 albums, Hotel California began a pioneering journey through their history-making music that has taken them around the globe and thrilled hundreds of thousands of Eagles fans. Hotel California toured relentlessly from the 80’s straight through to today, setting the standard for world-class tribute productions as they went, and sharing stages with the likes of The Doobie Bros., Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gretchen Wilson, REO Speedwagon, and many more. From Japan to Dubai, Toronto to Texas, Hotel California has boldly taken the tribute band where none had gone before them and changed an industry’s collective mind about how good a “tribute” band could really be.

The experience of a Hotel California show isn’t just about the band - it’s about celebrating the music and the memories, and the band gets the audiences involved and on their feet!

Close your eyes and you’re right back there…You’ll hear all the hits, remarkably replicated, in this spectacular show!

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Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker is set to bring his signature sound toCanada this fall with his ‘Darius Rucker Live’ tour. Produced by Live Nation, the eight-city trek kicks off on October 15, 2025, at Abbotsford Centre in Abbotsford, BC, making stops across Canada in cities including Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, and more before wrapping up on October 26, 2025, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON.The tour comes as Rucker continues to celebrate the success of his latest album, Carolyn’s Boy, featuring hits like his No. 1 single “Beers and Sunshine” and “Ol’ Church Hymn” (featuring Chapel Hart). Known for his dynamic stage presence and genre-spanning hits, Rucker’s Canadian fans can expect an unforgettable night filled with both classic anthems and new favorites Grab your tickets to see Darius Rucker live in Lethbridge on October 18th, 2025, with special guests Tyler Braden and Kashus Culpepper.

LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present the most outstanding Bee Gees Tribute show. Bee Gees Revisited is the ultimate tribute to the Bee Gees. Come and experience the sound, the harmonies, and the beautiful falsetto voices of the brothers Gibb. Performing with a full band the show recreates the Bee Gees 1998 Las Vegas appearance live.

The costumes, the music, and the atmosphere is as close to the real thing as you can get. The show suspends belief as it weaves through hit after hit from their classic 60’s catalogue to the groove of their 70’s Disco era hits that made the band a world-wide sensation. Dance and sing along to hits like Staying Alive, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Tragedy, You Should Be Dancing, and Nights on Broadway.

All performed note for note by award winning vocalists Colum Henry, Dave Lafame, and Aaron Solomon. This international touring act has played to sold out, standing ovation audiences throughout North America. So put on your white suits, sequence dresses, boogie shoes and get ready to sing and dance the night away with Bee Gees Revisited. If you are a Bee Gees fan this show is a must see!

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LOCATION: YATES MEMORIAL THEATRE

In 1984, Johnny Cash invited Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson to play on his Johnny Cash Christmas TV Special that was filmed in Switzerland. When they got back to the hotel, they started jamming and hanging out and that was how the Highwaymen came to be.

The Highwaymen Show pays tribute to the great American Outlaws of Country Music - Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson. The Show covers all of the greatest hits including “Mama Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to be Cowboys”, “Always on My Mind”, “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Folsom Prison Blues”

Don’t miss this trip down memory lane with the look and sound of these iconic superstars: The entire show will feel like an encore!

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Time & Location

Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, 3401 Parkside Dr S, Lethbridge, AB

About the event

Be sure to check out Lethbridge & District Kennel Club’s biggest show yet! This 3 day event is sure to excite guests with 3 All Breed Conformation Shows, 6 All Breed Rally Obedience Trials and more!

DATES & HOURS:

• Friday, Nov. 21 - Sunday, Nov. 23
• DA Steel Buildings Hall

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Enjoy the quiet of a dark winter night — the crunch of your feet in the snow and colourful Christmas lights winking between bare branches.

Winter’s not the typical time to take in a garden walk, but Nikka Yuko’s Winter Lights Festival stands tradition on its head. The garden, designed by landscape architects from Osaka, Japan, is breathtaking year-round — especially with the hours volunteers work to decorate with lights. Add a hot drink and Lethbridge’s chilly winter nights get a lot warmer, brighter, and cozier!

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Nikka Yuko Winter Lights at a Glance

• Date: December through January
• How to get there: Nikka Yuko is nestled between the shores of Henderson Lake and Mayor Magrath Drive and comes with plenty of parking.
• Where to stay: For budget options, stay at the conveniently-located Superlodge or Travelodge. For a more upscale experience, head to The Coast.
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What to bring: Winter clothing and money for a hot drink and a snack!