Lethbridge in Winter — Your Southern Alberta Hub

Welcome to your hub for fun things to do in Lethbridge in winter. Whether you're planning to visit Lethbridge for the Winter Light Festival, or are a local wondering 'what are some great winter activities near me' you're in the right place!


Winter Light Festival at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden is the place to go for Lethbridge Christmas Lights!

You may not think of gardens in the winter, but Nikka Yuko’s Winter Lights Festival stands tradition on its head. Brilliantly!

The lights are incredible! Add in a hot drink from Cleo Cafe and chilly winter nights get a lot warmer! Plus, check out the new Bunka Centre for unique gifts and more Japanese culture!

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Ski Southern Alberta — Castle Mountain

Yes Lethbridge is the hub to 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but we're also a great place for skiing Southern Alberta. It's true! Castle Resort is open and the perfect winter day trip from Lethbridge. Just think, dry powder snow by day and more options at night. Expand your aprés menu — ski Castle, then return to more hotels, more restaurants and more fun in Lethbridge!

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Find Holiday Lethbridge Events

Get into the winter spirit with holiday events in Lethbridge! From festive shows, meals and holiday markets, it's easy to find things to do around lethbridge during the holidays!

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Other Lethbridge Winter Events

Food and Beverage Expo

January 21, 2022

Get a taste of Alberta at Exhibition Park Lethbridge! Sample hundreds of beers, wine, cocktails and food at this long-running January foodie function.

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Pictured are four people in traditional Blackfoot regalia in the Fort Whoop Up interpretive centre. from left to right, there is a woman in salmon coloured dance garment, with long teal and neon green tassels and a beautiful patterned design. the woman beside her, is wearing another classic dance garment, lined with jingles and a western hat. to her right is an older gentlemen in another traditional dance garment, with feathers strewn from his hair, and feathers at both his back and in his hand, to his right is a young boy, wearing a similar dance garment to the first, but this Tim a mostly teal colour, with red white and blue tassels. behind them is a sign that reads "OKI" the Blackfoot creating. Behind them is the replica of the fort, as well as the coulees behind the fort and a tree.

International Peace Pow Wow

February 25 – 26, 2023

The Pow-Wow lasts two days and gives attendees a glimpse into traditional regalia, music and art that has defined the area for thousands of years. If you’ve never attended an Indigenous event before, find out more about Pow-Wow etiquette here.

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A young child is sitting in a tractor and smiling at the camera while holding a paper bag. The tractor is red and black, with windows all over and the door wide open. the young boy is wearing a black jacket and a olive green and bleu shoes.

AG-Expo

February 28 – March 2, 2023

Get excited for Western Canada's premier agricultural exhibition at Exhibition Park Lethbridge! Check out exhibitors from around the globe and see the North American Seed Fair.

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#ExploreLethbridge

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Explore — Get Inspired for Lethbridge

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Local Shopping

Vibrant Downtown Lethbridge is home to many shops you'll find nowhere else. Your guests will be amazed by the unique shops to discover! While shopping, refuel in one of the many quality cafes or restaurants. Go on, you deserve it!

Shop Local
A couple walks through the Lethbridge Galt Museum and Archives. The couple is walking by a large replica pilsner beer bottles and the bright red viaduct support replica with a yellow plane hanging overhead.

Major Attractions

Think landmarks, history and Lethbridge's incredible art scene. Lethbridge is full of amazing local attractions that will entertain and inspire your guest!

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Lethbridge Dining Guide

Lethbridge has a diverse dining scene. Treat yourself and your guests to an amazing meal at a local restaurant. To help you find what you're craving, we've broken the restaurants up by both categories as well as districts.

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Plan Your Visit

a family of three are standing at the bottom of the sugar bowl in Lethbridge Alberta on a sunny winter day. the three are a father and his two kids, with one plastic blue and green sled that reads "Snowsled" and one classic wooden sled.

Build your Itinerary

Local attractions, restaurants, hotels — planning a trip can be tricky. We make it easy with our My Itinerary feature. Save what you like on our website then email the link to yourself or friends and family.

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Check Out Our Guide

Whether you’re looking for itineraries suited to your needs to explore the city or want to share one with the fam who is coming down next weekend, get ideas in our Visitor Guide!

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Come See Us

Prefer a paper copy of a guide or map of Lethbridge? Want the insights of Lethbridge travel specialists? Stop into our Visitor Centre. We’re ready to help you.

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Unique Experiences

Canada's Food Tours

The farmland around Lethbridge is some of the best in Canada. Taste for yourself. We've assembled self-driving tours both in the city and out into the county. Ever tried a haskap berry? Now's your chance!

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Highway 3 Ale Trail

Lethbridge is at the heart of this 8-strong craft brewery collection in Southern Alberta. You'll find 3 breweries in the Lethbridge area. Please do not Drink and Drive.

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Imagine, 4 World Heritage Sites just a day trip from Lethbridge! Discover them this winter. Services may be limited but the views and experience are still spectacular!

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