Lethbridge Visitor's Guide 2020
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<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
VISITOR’S GUIDE<br />
DISCOVER the SPIRIT of<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>
TABLE of<br />
CONTENTS<br />
TABLE of CONTENTS<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
VISITOR MAP<br />
Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com<br />
1 1st Choice Savings Centre<br />
2 Alberta Birds of Prey Centre<br />
3 ATB Centre<br />
4 Bully’s Casino & Racetrack<br />
5 CASA<br />
6 Centre Village Mall<br />
7 ENMAX Centre<br />
8 Exhibition Park<br />
9 Fort Whoop-Up<br />
10 Galt Museum & Archives<br />
11 Helen Schuler Nature Cen<br />
12 <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Military Muse<br />
13 Nikka Yuko Japanese Ga<br />
14 Oldman River Observato<br />
15 Park Place Mall<br />
16 Pure Casino <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
03<br />
Welcome to <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
04<br />
Map Legend<br />
1 Attraction<br />
Airport<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> Events<br />
Campground<br />
Fire Station<br />
Green Space<br />
Hospital<br />
RCMP Detachment<br />
05<br />
3 Road - Highway<br />
Indigenous Culture<br />
Road - Primary<br />
Road - Secondary<br />
Visitor Info Centre &<br />
RV Sanitation Dump<br />
06<br />
Alexander<br />
Wilderness Park<br />
Pavan Park<br />
Family Fun<br />
13 St N<br />
No<br />
Lethb<br />
Blackwolf Blvd N<br />
Legacy Par<br />
Police<br />
Water<br />
08<br />
14<br />
Active Adventure<br />
Fort Whoop-Up<br />
Scenic Dr S<br />
09<br />
Grown-Ups<br />
2 Ave S<br />
10<br />
Culture<br />
Southern Alberta<br />
Southern<br />
15 Art Gallery<br />
17 Exhibition Park<br />
20 Golfing<br />
2<br />
Alberta<br />
Elizabeth Hall<br />
CASA<br />
Wetlands<br />
Art Gallery<br />
3<br />
11<br />
15<br />
Walsh Dr W<br />
1 4<br />
Galt Gardens<br />
3 St S<br />
3 Ave S<br />
4 Ave S<br />
Helen Schuler Nature<br />
21 Centre & <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Parks 22 Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong> 23 Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Map 24 Culinary<br />
Regional<br />
Transit<br />
The Bay / Melcor Centre<br />
Terminal<br />
1<br />
Galt Museum<br />
& Archives<br />
Day Trippin' from<br />
26 <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
30 Travel Info<br />
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Fort Macleod 42 km / 26 mi<br />
Crowsnest Pass 142 km / 88 mi<br />
Calgary 205 km / 127 mi<br />
3<br />
3<br />
Westside Dr W<br />
Metis Trail<br />
Garry Dr W<br />
Metis Trail<br />
5 Ave S<br />
4 St S<br />
25Park Place Mall<br />
University Dr W<br />
Whoop Up Dr W<br />
5 St S<br />
1 Ave S<br />
Galt Gardens<br />
Bridge Dr W<br />
Indian Battle Park<br />
Southern Alberta City of <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Map<br />
Ethnic Association<br />
West<br />
University Dr W<br />
31<br />
5<br />
C olum bia Blvd W<br />
McMaster Blvd W<br />
6 St S<br />
Whoop Up Dr<br />
Nicholas Sheran Park<br />
McGill Blvd W<br />
University Dr<br />
22<br />
Peenaquim Park<br />
21<br />
19<br />
7 St S<br />
3 Ave S<br />
9<br />
13<br />
10<br />
6 Ave S<br />
Nikka Yuko<br />
Japanese Garden<br />
Scenic Dr N<br />
8 St S<br />
17<br />
5<br />
Stafford Dr N<br />
6 Ave S<br />
Scenic Dr S<br />
Public<br />
Library<br />
Scenic Dr N<br />
Stafford Dr S<br />
6<br />
24<br />
13 St N 13 St S<br />
City<br />
Hall<br />
26 Ave N<br />
9 Ave N<br />
5 Ave N<br />
3 Ave S<br />
6 Ave S<br />
9 Ave S<br />
10 Ave S<br />
10 St S<br />
2<br />
16 Ave S<br />
Sce<br />
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#Our<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Welcome to <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Travel Alberta / Roth and Ramberg Photography<br />
Endless skies, wide-open<br />
spaces, big fun!<br />
No one expected <strong>2020</strong> to unfold as it<br />
has. However, while we have all been<br />
challenged, <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, the commercial<br />
centre of Southern Alberta, is open for<br />
business.<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> sits where the open prairies<br />
meet rugged coulees, with the Rocky<br />
Mountains sparkling on the horizon.<br />
We're here ready to welcome you with<br />
a friendly smile. Visit us and experience<br />
accommodation and dining options to<br />
suit every taste and cultural attractions<br />
you won't find anywhere else.<br />
So whether you're visiting family, here<br />
to discover our welcoming art scene, or<br />
looking to daytrip out to stunning Southern<br />
Alberta scenery, get ready to make<br />
some friends.<br />
There’s no better way to enjoy our sunny<br />
summer days than on one of the more<br />
than 200 km of trails that cross the city.<br />
The winter may have shorter days, but<br />
events like the Winter Light Festival at<br />
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden light up<br />
the nights in spectacular fashion.<br />
Local spirit, unique attractions and<br />
convenient access to incredible scenery<br />
— welcome to <strong>Lethbridge</strong>!<br />
Stay up to date. See what's open in <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
at Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com.<br />
This guide is produced by Tourism<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>. For sales or distribution<br />
inquiries, please email us at:<br />
sales@tourismlethbridge.com<br />
Editor Stephen Braund<br />
Writers Stephen Braund, Emma Burnard,<br />
Graham Ruttan<br />
Advertising Sales Rep William Slenders<br />
Designer Jarom Scott<br />
Printer Warwick Printing<br />
Cover Photography<br />
Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong> - AVN Aerials /<br />
Jonathan Blackwood<br />
Helen Schuler Nature Centre -<br />
Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
International Peace Pow-Wow & Street Machine<br />
Weekend - Tourism <strong>Lethbridge</strong> / Jarom Scott<br />
Printed in Canada for Free Distribution<br />
Oki is a traditional Blackfoot greeting meaning "hello" or "welcome"<br />
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SIGNATURE LETHBRIDGE EVENTS<br />
January Alberta Food &<br />
Beverage Expo<br />
February International<br />
Peace Pow-Wow<br />
February<br />
Ag Expo & Seed Fair<br />
March<br />
Home & Garden Show<br />
May<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> Bike Fest<br />
June<br />
Jazz & Blues Festival<br />
June<br />
Pride Fest<br />
June Paradise Canyon<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> Open<br />
June<br />
Centric MusicFest<br />
June<br />
Dragon Boat Festival<br />
July<br />
Latin Fest<br />
July Street Machine<br />
Weekend<br />
July Wide Skies Music<br />
& Art Festival<br />
August<br />
Caribridge Festival<br />
August <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Electronic Music Festival<br />
August<br />
Whoop-Up Days<br />
September<br />
Word on the Street<br />
September<br />
Oktoberfest<br />
September<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> Art Days<br />
December Nikka Yuko<br />
Winter Light Festival<br />
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THIS is the SPIRIT of<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Long before the settlers arrived, the<br />
Siksikaitsitapi, or Blackfoot Confederacy,<br />
lived where <strong>Lethbridge</strong> stands. Come<br />
visit the Blackfoot heartland.<br />
Travel means meeting cultures new to<br />
you. The Blackfoot culture is anything<br />
but new, and it greatly informs what<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> is and can be.<br />
Indian Relay Races<br />
Adrenaline meets tradition as riders fearlessly<br />
jump from one horse to another in<br />
a fast pace, high adrenaline traditional<br />
horse race. Racers work together to<br />
stay safe and cross the line first. During<br />
the season, you can watch races at the<br />
Rocky Mountain Turf Club.<br />
Pow Wow<br />
A Pow-wow is a living celebration of a<br />
thriving culture. The first time you attend,<br />
it is impossible not to be moved by<br />
the power of the drums and the dancer’s<br />
regalia.<br />
Vibrant regalia and culture<br />
The International Peace Pow-wow is an<br />
annual event at ENMAX Centre. The Galt<br />
Museum & Archives and Fort Whoop-<br />
Up also host special events Pow-wows.<br />
Learn more at galtmuseum.com.<br />
A Pow-wow is not an event staged for<br />
an audience; it is a genuine gathering<br />
for families and the community. While<br />
guests are welcome, consider, you<br />
wouldn't show up to a neighbour's party<br />
uninvited, so be prepared to honour the<br />
experience. Read our Pow-wow protocol<br />
blog—Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/international-peace-pow-wow.<br />
Indian Relay Races at Rocky Mountain Turf Club<br />
The next generation awaits at the International<br />
Peace Pow-Wow at the ENMAX Centre<br />
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Family Fun<br />
Listening like an owl at Helen Schuler Nature<br />
Centre<br />
Indian Battle Park is a great place to explore and get some fresh air<br />
Hey kids, this page is just for you. Find<br />
fresh and fun things to do in <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
Remember, just like the seasons, things<br />
change. Find out what's open and when<br />
at Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/family.<br />
Family Fun at a Glance<br />
Beasts and Bridges!<br />
Y-M-C-YAY at the ATB Centre!<br />
Climbing Critters, Leaping and<br />
Laughing!<br />
Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Delights<br />
Henderson Lake is H-2-Oh-so-much-fun!<br />
Playground time at Henderson Lake Park<br />
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Fun Fact for Kids: Although our city has<br />
a REALLY BIG bridge, <strong>Lethbridge</strong> gets<br />
its name from William <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, a coal<br />
mine owner.<br />
1. Beasts and Bridges!<br />
Meet the critters who call the coulees<br />
home at the Helen Schuler Nature<br />
Centre (page 21). Climb to the rooftop<br />
garden for a high-level introduction to<br />
native plants and the prettiest place to<br />
see the High Level Bridge! Then take<br />
what you’ve learned about nature and<br />
explore the trails.<br />
Keep walking, and you’ll be in Indian Battle<br />
Park. You will love the playgrounds,<br />
skipping river rocks on the Oldman River<br />
and finding a place to picnic. Book yours<br />
at leisure.lethbridge.ca.<br />
This area is also home to Fort Whoop-Up<br />
(page 14). Cannons, costumes, a blacksmith—this<br />
replica of a traditional trading<br />
fort is where history comes to life. Take a<br />
horse-drawn carriage ride!<br />
Local Tip: The Oldman River Observatory<br />
at Popson Park runs a public observatory<br />
and solar viewing at certain times<br />
of the year. Talk about exploring further<br />
afield!<br />
2. Y-M-C-YAY at the<br />
ATB Centre!<br />
Nature is great, but when it gets messy<br />
outside, you need some indoor fun.<br />
Check out the Cor Van Raay YMCA. The<br />
aquatic centre has a wave pool, waterslide,<br />
and surf station! Skating superstars<br />
will even find 2 ice rinks at ATB Centre.<br />
3. Climbing Critters,<br />
Leaping and Laughing!<br />
When you grow up, do you want to be a<br />
marvellous mountain goat, a rascally raccoon,<br />
or even a super-slow-motion sloth?<br />
Then you probably need to be hanging<br />
out on the climbing walls of Coulee<br />
Climb! Perfect for an orangutan-intraining!<br />
For even BIGGER climbing challenges,<br />
check out Ascent Climbing Centre at the<br />
University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
Once you’ve scaled walls, why not really<br />
defy gravity? Hop over to Jump LA<br />
Trampoline!<br />
(Grown-ups, remember that most of<br />
these places need you to sign a waiver<br />
and accompany younger ones.)
Cool off at Galt Gardens<br />
Zen Seekers / Paula Worthington<br />
Bring your canoe to Henderson Lake Park!<br />
4. Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Delights<br />
After bouncing around, cool down downtown<br />
in the spray park at Galt Gardens.<br />
Splash parks are cool, and so is art! Great<br />
news, you’re beside two local art centres!<br />
Cross the street east to Casa for pottery,<br />
printmaking and other art classes! These<br />
are perfect for kids staying in town a<br />
little longer.<br />
Walk west, and you’ll see the Southern<br />
Alberta Art Gallery, that’s SAAG to us<br />
locals, (page 15). You’ll find summer art<br />
camps and other fun programs here.<br />
Even further west, right on the edge of<br />
the river valley, is the Galt Museum &<br />
Archives. Learn about <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s past<br />
with fun programming. Check out their<br />
event calendar for details.<br />
Create something great at Casa<br />
Zen Seekers / Paula Worthington<br />
5. Henderson Lake is<br />
H-2-Oh-so-much-fun!<br />
Henderson Lake Park is one of the<br />
biggest parks in the city. Bike along the<br />
trails, discover playgrounds and maybe<br />
even do some fishing. This is also where<br />
you can cheer on dragon boats and<br />
catch special event fireworks! Find more<br />
parks on page 21.<br />
On those super sunny Southern Alberta<br />
days, Henderson Pool is H-2-Oh-somuch-fun!<br />
This BIG outdoor pool also has<br />
a climbing wall, waterslides, and a spray<br />
park!<br />
Slide across the street to Spitz Stadium,<br />
home of the <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Bulls baseball<br />
team — they’re a home run!<br />
The gem of the park, and <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, is<br />
the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden (page<br />
13). Discover Japanese culture through<br />
inventive daily programming the whole<br />
family will love. Book your visit at<br />
nikkayuko.com.<br />
Safe on first base - <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Bulls<br />
The colours of Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden<br />
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Active Adventure<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> is full of wide-open spaces<br />
and plenty of fresh air! The river valley in<br />
the centre of the city brings everyone together,<br />
outside! Whether you’re cycling,<br />
hiking or enjoying a picnic, breathe deep!<br />
Fun Fact: <strong>Lethbridge</strong> has more than 200<br />
km of trails. Even more impressive is the<br />
annual Lost Soul Ultra, where competitors<br />
tackle distances of up to 100 miles!<br />
For more details, visit lostsoulultra.com.<br />
Wide open spaces are always open for<br />
wildlife but access can change. Learn<br />
more at Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/active.<br />
Active Adventure at a Glance<br />
Helen Schuler Nature Centre<br />
Captivating Coulees and City Parks<br />
3. Mountain Bike Botterill<br />
Bottom Park<br />
Get your heart pounding as you triumph<br />
over the jumps, moguls and stunt<br />
zones at this bike park in the river valley.<br />
Perfect for those whose idea of the<br />
outdoors is more gear grinding than bird<br />
watching. Accessed via 3 Ave. S. and<br />
Indian Battle Park.<br />
Grab your lid and pick your line at Mountain Bike<br />
Botterill Bottom Park<br />
Zen Seekers / Matt Bailey<br />
Mountain Bike Botterill Bottom Park<br />
4. Dog Gone Fun!<br />
5. Rainy Day Retreat<br />
Dog Gone Fun!<br />
Rainy Day Retreat<br />
1. Helen Schuler Nature Centre<br />
Begin your active adventure at the Helen<br />
Schuler Nature Centre. With nature information<br />
inside and on the trails, you’ll discover<br />
how to explore with a light touch.<br />
The rooftop garden is perfect for a High<br />
Level Bridge selfie! For more about the<br />
Centre, see page 21.<br />
Do your travelling companions prefer to<br />
play fetch? The Scenic Drive Dog Run<br />
loop (1107 6th St S) takes you into the<br />
coulees for nature and great views. Find<br />
more fido-friendly walks at<br />
lethbridge.ca.<br />
Surfing, waterslides, a wave pool — just<br />
because it’s wet outside, doesn’t mean<br />
you want to stay dry inside! No matter<br />
the weather, the aquatic centre at the<br />
Cor Van Raay YMCA at the ATB Centre<br />
is a highlight.<br />
2. Captivating Coulees and<br />
City Parks<br />
Our coulees are naturally incredible. The<br />
coulee parks, with their trails, picnic shelters,<br />
and viewpoints, are the best way<br />
to experience them. Share the birdsong<br />
and the breeze with wildlife like deer,<br />
beavers, and red-winged blackbirds. For<br />
more about parks, see page 21.<br />
Local Tip: You can book one of the many<br />
picnic shelters available here (or at other<br />
city parks) online! Visit<br />
leisure.lethbridge.ca.<br />
Things are looking up going downhill<br />
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Grown-Ups<br />
Sure, <strong>Lethbridge</strong> has plenty of things to<br />
do with a little one in tow, but it’s also<br />
the centre for Southern Alberta grownup<br />
getaways! Gal-pal spa day, a guysnight<br />
out, romantic dinner — here are 5<br />
ways you can cut-loose creatively!<br />
Times and openings may change, but<br />
our website is up to date—<br />
Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/grownups.<br />
Grown-Up Getaways at a Glance<br />
Spa Afternoon<br />
Craft Beer Crawl<br />
Cut-loose Creatively<br />
Dinner and a Show<br />
Relax, it's a Garden Party<br />
1. Spa Afternoon<br />
From mani-pedis to traditional spa<br />
massage, a day devoted to numero uno<br />
needs TLC. Pure Spa and Tranquility<br />
Float Centre offer flotation tanks where<br />
all you’ll hear in the calm rhythm of your<br />
heart. Prefer a more traditional timeout?<br />
Get a cut, massage, facial, or nails done<br />
at a pampering palace like Catwalk, Brio,<br />
and Three Six Zero. For more suggestions,<br />
visit Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com.<br />
2. Craft Beer Crawl<br />
Discover our city's impressive brewing<br />
heritage with a History and Beer Tour in<br />
Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong>. Then, get up to<br />
date with visits to Theoretically Brewing,<br />
Spectrum Ale Works, and Coulee Brewing.<br />
Or, sample the international selection<br />
at Telegraph Taphouse. We know that<br />
beer isn’t everyone's choice, so also consider<br />
a cocktail at Plum restaurant.<br />
3. Cut-loose Creatively<br />
The Southern Alberta Art Gallery also<br />
stages dynamic exhibitions featuring<br />
renowned contemporary artists. With<br />
plenty of programming for the artistic<br />
adult, it’s time you cut-loose creatively.<br />
saag.ca.<br />
Get inspired with the University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Art Gallery. Not only do they<br />
offer inventive content online—perfect<br />
for a creative night in—they have also<br />
run plenty of interactive programming to<br />
keep visitors engaged with their rotating<br />
collection of 15,000 piece. For details,<br />
visit ulag.ca.<br />
4. Dinner and a Show<br />
Just like the music charts, the live music<br />
scene is always changing. Find out<br />
what's open and who's playing where at<br />
Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/events.<br />
Local live music favourites include the<br />
Owl Acoustic Lounge, Geomatic Attic,<br />
and the Slice Bar and Grill.<br />
Cirque de Soleil, rock legends, country<br />
stars — Enmax Centre has hosted them<br />
all!. Prefer blue lines to bass lines? You're<br />
still in the right place. This is also home<br />
to the <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Hurricanes.<br />
Find the biggest acts coming to <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s<br />
largest venue at<br />
enmaxcentre.ca. Or call 403-329-SEAT.<br />
Zen Seekers / Paula Worthington<br />
Big names, intimate venues — <strong>Lethbridge</strong> is the<br />
perfect place to rock out with friends<br />
5. Relax, it's a Garden Party<br />
From spring blossoms to autumn leaves<br />
and spectacular winter lights, enter a<br />
world bursting with colours and culture<br />
at the Nikki Yuko Japanese Garden!<br />
Yes, this is the perfect place to take a<br />
romantic stroll or salute the sun doing<br />
some yoga in a spectacular setting. But<br />
those looking for a more energetic outing<br />
will also find fun daily programming<br />
to make you smile. How about a licensed<br />
Happy Hour with waterfall views? It's a<br />
garden party!<br />
Take a perch at live music hot spot Owl Acoustic<br />
Lounge<br />
Wet your whistle at the Telegraph Taphouse<br />
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Calling all culture vultures! With numerous<br />
galleries and cultural centres, <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
is home to a “crazily rich visual<br />
art community.” That’s straight from the<br />
mouth of Josephine Mills, the curator of<br />
the University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Art Gallery’s<br />
15,000 piece collection! Keep reading<br />
and discover how you can enjoy our seriously<br />
vibrant culture scene!<br />
Find out what's open and when at Tourism<strong>Lethbridge</strong>.com/culture.<br />
1. Southern Alberta Art<br />
Gallery (SAAG)<br />
Housed in a historic building, the Southern<br />
Alberta Art Gallery exhibits dynamic<br />
work by renowned contemporary artists.<br />
While you might see paintings on the<br />
walls, these exhibits aren’t wallflowers.<br />
Artist-led discussions, Art NOW (one of<br />
the longest-running art programs in Canada!),<br />
and other creative programming<br />
keep SAAG vibrant and relevant.<br />
Galt Museum & Archives<br />
Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
Culture at a Glance<br />
Southern Alberta Art Gallery<br />
Galt Museum & Archives<br />
Fort Whoop-Up<br />
University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Art Gallery<br />
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden<br />
New West Theatre<br />
2. Galt Museum & Archives<br />
This one’s for the history buffs! Get lost<br />
in time as you wander through the Galt<br />
Museum's rotating world-class (and really<br />
entertaining) exhibits. This is home to<br />
more than 1 million archival documents<br />
and photographs. Speaking of stellar<br />
snaps, the coulee-top view of the river<br />
valley and High Level Bridge from their<br />
atrium is picture perfect!<br />
Artworks from the Dr. Margaret (Marmie) Perkins Hess Collection on display at the U of L Art Gallery<br />
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3. Fort Whoop-Up<br />
In the river valley, right below the museum,<br />
is Fort Whoop-Up. Step back in time<br />
and discover the stories of the Niitsitapi<br />
(Blackfoot), the fur trade, and whiskey<br />
runs at this interactive replica of notorious<br />
Fort Whoop-Up. For more about the<br />
Fort, see page 14.<br />
4. University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Art Gallery<br />
From knitting noon hours and a drawing<br />
bar, the University of <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
(U of L) Art Gallery offers fun ways to<br />
connect with their 15,000-piece collection.<br />
The gallery hosts rotating exhibitions<br />
throughout the year and a special<br />
summer exhibition to ensure all are<br />
welcome.<br />
5. Nikka Yuko<br />
Japanese Garden<br />
Experience traditional Japanese culture<br />
in <strong>Lethbridge</strong>. From the first spring<br />
blossom to autumn colours and bright<br />
winter lights, the Garden offers you a<br />
world apart. As you step through the<br />
gates, you’ll discover the vital role Japanese-Canadians<br />
have played in Southern<br />
Alberta while being in a place of pure<br />
tranquillity. For more about the Garden,<br />
see page 13.<br />
6. New West Theatre<br />
Get ready to laugh out loud… a lot! New<br />
West Theatre brings its unique mix of<br />
hilarious comedy and encore-inspiring<br />
musical numbers to the (newly renovated!)<br />
Yates Memorial Theatre. Plus, a<br />
season of varied theatrical productions<br />
means you’re sure to be entertained any<br />
time of the year.<br />
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden merges Japanese<br />
and Canadian culture to stunning effect<br />
Experiencing Blackfoot history Fort Whoop-Up<br />
Zen Seekers / Matt Bailey<br />
New West Theatre<br />
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Experience the<br />
Friendship<br />
Experience culture like never before<br />
as we showcase the friendship of<br />
Japan & Canada at Nikka Yuko<br />
Japanese Garden. Let the garden<br />
fill you with a sense of peace and<br />
serenity as you immerse yourself in<br />
our oasis on the prairies.<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
www.NikkaYuko.com Gates open in May<br />
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Nikka<br />
Yuko<br />
INDULGE in the SPIRIT of<br />
Serenity<br />
Established in 1967 for Canada’s Centennial,<br />
Nikki Yuko celebrates those of<br />
Japanese ancestry in Southern Alberta.<br />
Designed by master garden architect<br />
Tadashi Kubo, and featuring components<br />
built by artisans in Kyoto, the garden<br />
showcases the friendship between Japan<br />
and Canada. The name Nikka Yuko is itself<br />
harmonious — Nihon (Japan), Kanada<br />
(or Canada), and Yuko (friendship).<br />
As you walk along the paths, you’ll see<br />
Southern Alberta landscapes — magnificent<br />
mountains, tumbling rivers, and<br />
placid lakeshores — as well as Japanese<br />
traditions. Each aspect maintains the<br />
balance of the garden.<br />
Traditional yukatas<br />
Konnichiwa and welcome to Nikki Yuko<br />
Japanese Garden, a taste of authentic<br />
Japanese culture in the very heart of<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>. Tea ceremonies, meditation<br />
activities and a traditional rock garden<br />
promise tranquillity in the city. While<br />
special daily programming —yoga, happy<br />
hour, anime— buzzes with energy!<br />
Each season offers new reasons to visit.<br />
The garden opens its season with vibrant<br />
flowers and colours. Warm summer days<br />
are the perfect time to contemplate the<br />
waterfall from the veranda. Fall brings<br />
warm colours as nature prepares for the<br />
coming cold. In winter, the garden makes<br />
up for missing blossoms with a vibrant<br />
Winter Light Festival. And no matter the<br />
season, the impressive friendship bell<br />
beckons. Ring it for good luck!<br />
Inside the garden's traditional pavilion<br />
Now, work begins on a year-round facility<br />
that will benefit both the Garden and<br />
Henderson Lake users. Immerse yourself<br />
in our oasis on the prairies, visit Nikka<br />
Yuko Japanese Garden. Buy your tickets<br />
now at nikkayuko.com.<br />
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LIVE the SPIRIT of<br />
The<br />
Past<br />
FORT WHOOP-UP TURNS 150<br />
<strong>2020</strong> is the 150th Anniversary<br />
of the Construction of Fort<br />
Whoop-Up<br />
What is now known as southern Alberta<br />
has long been the homelands of the<br />
Niitsitapi or Blackfoot people. Their traditional<br />
ways of living included hunting<br />
buffalo. In 1870, Alfred B. Hamilton and<br />
John J. Healy set up a trading post at the<br />
meeting of the St. Mary and Belly (now<br />
Oldman) Rivers that became known as<br />
Fort Whoop-Up. This spot was a traditional<br />
wintering site for the Siksikaitsitapi<br />
(Blackfoot Confederacy). The buffalo<br />
robe and whisky trade brought tremendous<br />
change to Niitsitapi social and<br />
cultural life.<br />
While the buffalo roamed the prairies<br />
in awesome herds, the European demand<br />
for buffalo robes brought the<br />
animal close to extinction. Traders made<br />
fortunes from trading buffalo robes for<br />
firearms, blankets, and whisky. As it<br />
might contain anything from chewing tobacco<br />
to burnt sugar, it was often called<br />
“firewater.” One to two litres of it traded<br />
for one robe.<br />
In 1873, Prime Minister Macdonald<br />
announced the formation of the North-<br />
West Mounted Police (NWMP) to<br />
enforce Canadian laws in the west and<br />
to close down the whisky trade. As the<br />
NWMP approached, some traders fled<br />
to Montana; others rebranded as legitimate<br />
traders, later becoming politicians<br />
or legal businessmen. When the NWMP<br />
arrived at Fort Whoop-Up on October 9,<br />
1874, they found a nearly abandoned fort<br />
with no whisky in sight.<br />
However, the buffalo robe trade continued<br />
until the near extinction of the<br />
buffalo around 1880–81. Already struggling<br />
with epidemics like smallpox and<br />
tuberculosis, the Blackfoot people were<br />
devastated by the loss of the buffalo<br />
and the effects of alcohol. The Tsuu<br />
T’ina, Stoney/Nakoda and Siksikaitsitapi<br />
nations signed Treaty 7 in 1877. Despite<br />
ongoing challenges, the Blackfoot people<br />
were resilient, with a strong traditional<br />
culture.<br />
A view of the teepee and coulees from inside Fort Whoop-Up<br />
The southern Alberta landscape was<br />
transformed in the 1890s by railways,<br />
farms, irrigation and permanent settlements.<br />
Furthermore, the changing flow<br />
of the Oldman River has eroded the<br />
original site of Fort Whoop-Up.<br />
On October 28, 1963, the original site<br />
of the fort was declared a National<br />
Historic Site of Canada. Then, in 1967, a<br />
reconstruction of the fort was created<br />
in Indian Battle Park. Today, the Fort<br />
Whoop-Up facility and staff continue to<br />
tell the challenging story of the brief but<br />
formative period of the buffalo robe and<br />
whisky trade in southern Alberta, and its<br />
impact on Niitsitapi social and cultural<br />
life.<br />
To learn more about the Fort and visitor<br />
information, go to fort.galtmuseum.com.<br />
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ADMIRE<br />
the<br />
SPIRIT<br />
of<br />
You'll find the Southern Alberta Art Gallery<br />
(SAAG) in the heart of downtown,<br />
on the southern edge of Galt Gardens.<br />
Originally the site of the Carnegie library,<br />
this historic building has more than kept<br />
with the times through extensive renovations<br />
allowing SAAG to push boundaries<br />
by featuring contemporary artists. SAAG<br />
encourages broad public engagement,<br />
promotes awareness and exploration of<br />
artistic expression.<br />
Exhibitions at SAAG regularly features<br />
art by renowned local, regional, national,<br />
and international artists. With a tempting<br />
gift shop carrying unique, handcrafted<br />
items produced by local and area<br />
artisans, a visit is a must. Because the<br />
Gallery is in the centre of town, you're<br />
close to great cafes and bars where you<br />
and your friends can discuss what you've<br />
just experienced.<br />
Zen Seekers / Paula Worthington<br />
For the Younger Crowd<br />
Cultivate creative kids ! One of the<br />
Gallery's most popular programs is<br />
miniSAAG. The Gallery hosts imagination-inducing<br />
camps, both virtual and<br />
in-person. You don't need to wait for<br />
special programming. A visit to SAAG<br />
will enhance your young one’s artistic appreciation<br />
any time of year!<br />
Find out more at saag.ca.<br />
Discussion is the name of the game as<br />
SAAG looks to promote community<br />
engagement and increase connections<br />
between programming, exhibitions and<br />
the public.<br />
For the Adults<br />
Virtual events, Bletcher hour reading<br />
group, SAAG Cinema—the Gallery is<br />
always innovating, always challenging so<br />
you can better engage with art!<br />
Past exhibition by Jennifer Rose Sciarrino<br />
See things from a new perspective at SAAG<br />
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L E T H B R I D G E<br />
C A L E N D A R<br />
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Exhibition Park<br />
A LETHBRIDGE CLASSIC<br />
If you’d come to <strong>Lethbridge</strong> in 1912 for<br />
the International Dry-Farming Congress,<br />
you’d have ended up at Exhibition Park.<br />
More than 100 years later, the Ex is still<br />
where Southern Alberta agriculture intersects<br />
with the city. Founded in 1897, this<br />
organization is the fourth oldest Agricultural<br />
Society in Alberta!<br />
While <strong>2020</strong> brought challenges affecting<br />
their signature events, keep your eye on<br />
the EX's calendar (exhibitionpark.ca) for<br />
their six big highlights and the 1000s of<br />
rental events throughout the year.<br />
Agricultural Events<br />
The agricultural year doesn't really begin<br />
until AG-EXPO arrives at Exhibition Park.<br />
Farmers and other Ag professionals seek<br />
out the latest tech, while families have<br />
a blast discovering farming fun! Watch<br />
your children's eyes go wide with wonder<br />
as they look up (waaaay up!) at the<br />
combines and modern farming machines.<br />
This is one of Western Canada’s largest<br />
AG shows and one of the last Seed Fairs<br />
in Canada. With over 350 indoor and<br />
outdoor exhibitors from across North<br />
America, this event is BIG fun for farmers<br />
and family!<br />
Aggie Days is a 2-day educational,<br />
agricultural event you can attend for<br />
free. This agriculture trade show aims<br />
to educate the public on all aspects of<br />
agriculture. Go behind the scenes. Enjoy<br />
show ring demonstrations, a petting zoo<br />
and a lot of interactive booths! This is<br />
one event ewe definitely don’t want to<br />
miss — it’s out-standing in its field!<br />
Alberta Open Farm Days connects the<br />
city to the farms that feed the world. All<br />
throughout the province, farms welcome<br />
the public. See how farms work and learn<br />
about the importance of the agricultural<br />
industry in Alberta. Exhibition Park typically<br />
collaborates with area farms for a<br />
farm to table tour you won't soon forget!<br />
Home and Garden<br />
The Home and Garden Show at the Ex<br />
is one great thyme! Bad puns aside,<br />
this event is your chance to dig into the<br />
newest trends in and outside the home.<br />
Flooring, hot tubs, landscapers—talk to<br />
experts on the latest trends in gardening,<br />
discover the latest and greatest products<br />
and start planning your renos. With so<br />
much to love, you definitely won’t take it<br />
for granite!<br />
Markets<br />
The tastiest, freshest, healthiest way to<br />
connect with local Alberta produce is at<br />
Exhibition Park's Farmers’ Market. The<br />
Saturday market at the EX is a way for<br />
you to source farm-fresh ingredients.<br />
Every Saturday during the season, you’ll<br />
find local farmers selling their just-picked<br />
produce and artisans offering hand-crafted<br />
wares. Plus, most years an Outdoors<br />
Farmers’ Market takes over downtown<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> every Wednesday. It's almost<br />
impossible to romaine calm over the<br />
Farmers’ Markets in <strong>Lethbridge</strong>!<br />
Finish the year with the BIG Christmas<br />
Market & Tradeshow. This event wraps<br />
up the best holiday treats and gift ideas<br />
in one place! With over 150 Vendors at<br />
the EX, there will be something for everyone<br />
on your gift list!<br />
Whoop-Up Days<br />
End the summer with fun! Most years,<br />
Whoop-Up Days is at the end of August.<br />
A parade kicks off the festivities downtown.<br />
Then fun-lovers head straight to<br />
the EX for crazy food, live entertainment,<br />
and a massive midway that has rides for<br />
both the little ones and older daredevils.<br />
And we haven't even mentioned the authentic<br />
rodeo! Fun for the whole family,<br />
Whoop-up Days is the perfect way to<br />
end the summer!<br />
Find updates, schedules and more at<br />
exhibitionpark.ca.<br />
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403.320.3954
FORT<br />
WHOOP-UP<br />
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Golf in <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Where birds and beasts meet bogies and birdies<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> is a paradise for golfers. You’ll<br />
find a range of golf options that fit every<br />
budget and scoreboard. Like views with<br />
your game? Golfing in the coulees, the<br />
stunning, steep-sided river valley at the<br />
centre of the city, is an incredible place<br />
to play at your own pace or challenge<br />
your game.<br />
Paradise Canyon Golf Resort<br />
Nestled in the hills and cliff of the Old<br />
Man River, Paradise Canyon Golf Resort<br />
is waiting to challenge your game and<br />
expectations of what a golf resort can<br />
be. There’s a reason it’s Southern Alberta’s<br />
#1 rated golf course! This is the home<br />
of the <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Paradise Canyon<br />
Open, a PGA event. A clubhouse, driving<br />
range, and on-site accommodations<br />
complete the experience.<br />
Henderson Lake Golf Course<br />
Test your accuracy as you navigate<br />
fairways, water hazards and sandtraps<br />
at this classic course! This welcoming<br />
18-hole par 70 golf course is excellent for<br />
all skill levels. Wind down at the on-site<br />
Henderson Grill or head next door for a<br />
relaxing stroll through Nikka Yuko Japanese<br />
Garden.<br />
Evergreen Golf Centre<br />
The 9-hole, par-3 course is a fun two<br />
hours of play. Practice your swing all year<br />
long at this golf facility’s award-winning<br />
driving range! Or indulge your inner child<br />
with a round of mini-golf and go-kart<br />
racing!<br />
Bridge Valley Golf Course<br />
Nestled in the coulees, north of the High<br />
Level Bridge, this 9-hole par 3 course<br />
tees up a relaxed, family-friendly game.<br />
Experienced golfers love the driving<br />
range and chance to improve their shorthand.<br />
The 18 hole mini putt offers views<br />
that are anything but mini!<br />
Paradise Canyon Golf Resort<br />
Zen Seekers / Kenton DeJong<br />
urban escape 5 minut es from downtown<br />
200 km of discovery t rails<br />
403.320.3064 lethbridge.ca/Nature<br />
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Nature<br />
BREATHE the SPIRIT of<br />
EXPLORE HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE<br />
& LETHBRIDGE PARKS<br />
HELEN SCHULER NATURE<br />
CENTRE<br />
The conservation area of Helen Schuler<br />
Nature Centre is the ideal spot for learning<br />
about the river valley and meeting<br />
some of the animals that live there.<br />
Even better, this urban escape is only 5<br />
minutes from downtown! Stop by for superb<br />
programming, or just pop into the<br />
centre for displays and advice on how to<br />
explore naturally. Their rooftop garden<br />
provides a riot of colours, scents and<br />
views of the High Level Bridge.<br />
LETHBRIDGE PARKS<br />
Why is <strong>Lethbridge</strong> such a healthy, livable<br />
city—and such a breath of fresh air for<br />
visitors? It's all the parks! Whether you’re<br />
exploring the coulees or wandering some<br />
of the 200 km of trails connecting the<br />
city to nature, it’s time to get outside.<br />
To book a picnic shelter, visit<br />
leisure.lethbridge.ca.<br />
Indian Battle Park South<br />
Indian Battle Park commemorates the<br />
last battle fought between the Blackfoot<br />
and Cree Nations in October of<br />
1870. Access is easy thanks to the park's<br />
proximity to downtown and major roads.<br />
Enjoy 5.0 km of river-bottom trails, a<br />
natural playground, and several picnic<br />
areas — both booked and drop-in options<br />
are available. The park is also home to the<br />
Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre.<br />
Henderson Lake Park South<br />
With its 24-hectare constructed lake,<br />
Henderson Lake is one of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s<br />
oldest and grandest outdoor spaces.<br />
Groves of mature trees offer shade, while<br />
Henderson Pool is sunny, outdoor fun.<br />
Picnic shelters, playgrounds and over<br />
7 km of pathways keep families entertained.<br />
And Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden<br />
dazzles. The park is also close to Spitz<br />
Stadium, and Exhibition Park.<br />
Pavan Park North<br />
Pavan Park delivers 125 hectares of birdsong,<br />
river paths, and magnificent nature<br />
at the northern edge of the city. You’ll<br />
find 10 km of walking and hiking trails,<br />
plus playgrounds, horseshoe pits, picnic<br />
areas, volleyball and equestrian trails.<br />
Pavan Park is a natural escape without<br />
travelling far!<br />
Legacy Park North<br />
You’ll find <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s newest park on<br />
the north side of the city as well. Burn<br />
off steam in the playgrounds, challenge<br />
course and over 6 km of paved and natural<br />
trails. Get competitive on the many<br />
pickleball courts, enjoy a game of basketball<br />
or challenge the skateboard park. Or<br />
relax at one of the picnic shelters.<br />
Nicholas Sheran Park West<br />
This is one of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s largest parks.<br />
Enjoy a beautiful constructed lake, a great<br />
pathway system, and Canada’s longest<br />
disk golf course. Families will appreciate<br />
the large playground, fitness equipment,<br />
an edible orchard, and a small picnic<br />
shelter. The park is also home to a leisure<br />
centre with its ice rinks and pool.<br />
Popson Park West<br />
The Oldman River, flat prairies, views of<br />
the stunning coulees — Popson Park is<br />
bursting with nature in every corner. This<br />
epic, wild park offers a boat launch, covered<br />
picnic shelters, and the only off-leash<br />
dog park on the West Side. This is also<br />
home to the Oldman River Observatory.<br />
Cottonwood Park West<br />
Named for its extensive cottonwood<br />
forest, Cottonwood Park is one of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s<br />
City Preservation Areas. Visitors<br />
will appreciate the natural grasslands,<br />
coulees, and forests. It’s also a natural<br />
habitat for prairie wildlife species, including<br />
the Prairie Rattlesnake. Like Pavan and<br />
Popson parks, this is nature in its purest!<br />
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DISCOVER the SPIRIT of<br />
Downtown<br />
Rich culture, original nightlife, delicious<br />
food — enjoy it all in Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong>!<br />
So grab a handcrafted latte at<br />
one of the independent cafes downtown<br />
and explore!<br />
Downtown is where you’ll find great local<br />
shopping. Drunken Sailor, Purple Hippo,<br />
Meadow Lane — the names of these boutiques<br />
are as unique as what you’ll find<br />
inside! Is all that shopping working up<br />
an appetite? From lip-smacking Dylan’s<br />
Burgers and Piggyback Poutinery to<br />
cocktail-fabulous Plum, from the farmto-fork<br />
fare at Mocha Cabana to slippery<br />
noodles at Taro Noodle House, the menu<br />
downtown has something for everyone.<br />
These are historic streets, so history<br />
buffs strolling from the Galt Museum &<br />
Archives past the well-preserved buildings<br />
of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s core can simply walk<br />
through history. For a refreshing take on<br />
the past, downtownlethbridge.com runs<br />
a Downtown History & Beer Tour.<br />
Looking for nightlife? Grab some exceptional<br />
ales at the Telegraph Taphouse<br />
— another vintage setting — or<br />
hunker down at the Round Table Board<br />
Gamerie with friends. Like your entertainment<br />
live? You'll find music spaces,<br />
comedy clubs and other live venues<br />
hosting great entertainers. Plus, Galt<br />
Gardens hosts multiple outdoor events<br />
throughout the year. And, of course, <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s<br />
newly renovated performance<br />
space, the Yates Memorial Theatre, hosts<br />
theatre and visiting shows year-round.<br />
As elsewhere, plans and openings<br />
change. Stay up to date with the best information<br />
at downtownlethbridge.com.<br />
Diverse dining, shops, entertainment — discover downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
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Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Map<br />
Park Place Mall<br />
Performing Arts<br />
2 Ave S<br />
2<br />
1 Ave S<br />
Galt Gardens<br />
Southern<br />
Alberta<br />
Art Gallery<br />
CASA<br />
1<br />
2<br />
3<br />
4<br />
5<br />
6<br />
Good Times Comedy Club<br />
Owl Acoustic Lounge<br />
Southminster United Church<br />
The Slice<br />
Theatre Outré<br />
Yates Memorial Centre<br />
3 Ave S<br />
1<br />
4<br />
11 St S<br />
10 St S<br />
5 St S<br />
3<br />
Stafford Dr S<br />
8 St S<br />
7 St S<br />
Scenic Dr S<br />
6 St S<br />
4 St S<br />
3 St S<br />
5<br />
4 Ave S<br />
The Bay / Melcor Centre<br />
Regional<br />
Transit<br />
Terminal<br />
City<br />
Hall<br />
2<br />
6<br />
5 Ave S<br />
Galt Museum<br />
& Archives<br />
Public<br />
Library<br />
Southern Alberta<br />
Ethnic Association<br />
6 Ave S<br />
Parking Zones Zone 02 2 hour maximum Zone 03 3 hour maximum Zone 10 10 hour maximum<br />
Map Legend<br />
Bus Terminal<br />
Hotel/Motel<br />
Movie Theatre<br />
Post Office<br />
Road - Secondary<br />
Fire Station<br />
Ice Arena<br />
Performing Arts<br />
RCMP Detachment<br />
Swimming Pool<br />
Green Space<br />
Library<br />
Police<br />
Road - Primary<br />
Trailheads for the Coulees<br />
(visit <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Parks App for City Trails)<br />
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Tasty<br />
SAVOURY<br />
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The<br />
Side of<br />
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L E T H B RID G E<br />
Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
MORNING BLISS<br />
Start your morning off with relaxation,<br />
great food and a coffee!<br />
Here's a selection of the great<br />
cafes in <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
CAFES AND TEA ROOMS<br />
Bread Milk and Honey<br />
427 5 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Carefully sourced coffee and baked<br />
goods to make you drool—Bread Milk<br />
and Honey is, In a word, delicious! Stop<br />
by when you're downtown and fuel up<br />
for a day of exploring!<br />
Java the Hut<br />
411 2 Ave S <strong>Lethbridge</strong> AB<br />
Travelling with Star Wars fans? This is the<br />
cafe you're looking for. You'll find movie<br />
memorabilia, great coffee and a cozy<br />
atmosphere at Java the Hut.<br />
Jonny Bean Coffee<br />
418 13 St N <strong>Lethbridge</strong> AB<br />
Start your day off with great coffee and<br />
a healthy, hearty breakfast! Located in a<br />
beautifully restored building, Jonny Bean<br />
Coffee serves a variety of barista-crafted<br />
beverages and inventive food options.<br />
Stop by for a quick snack or hang out a<br />
while with friends!<br />
Penny Coffee House<br />
331 5 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
For decades, Penny Coffee House has<br />
been a <strong>Lethbridge</strong> favourite! Come eat<br />
like a local — try their French press coffee,<br />
homemade lunches and fresh baked<br />
goods. Their walls are decorated by local<br />
artists.<br />
Sonders Coffee Bar<br />
119 3 Ave S <strong>Lethbridge</strong> AB<br />
Don't waffle around, get yourself to<br />
Sonders Coffee Bar! This small cafe on<br />
the edge of downtown serves sweet or<br />
savoury waffles that are to die for. Wash<br />
it down with coffee made from locally<br />
roasted coffee beans!<br />
The Jasmine Room<br />
1112 6 Ave S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
For all of the tea lovers, <strong>Lethbridge</strong> has<br />
something for you too! This quaint, relaxing<br />
hidden gem in downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
is the perfect place to go for a cup of<br />
tea, a tasty meal and a delicious dessert!<br />
LUNCH OR DINNER<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> loves local! You'll find<br />
unique restaurants, and your<br />
favourite names, serving local<br />
flavours throughout the city.<br />
SELECT RESTAURANTS<br />
Italian Table<br />
320 Scenic Dr S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Pasta, paninis, and flatbread—the Italian<br />
Table has customers saying buon appetito!<br />
With a focus on sourcing from local<br />
Alberta producers, you know you’ll be<br />
feeding your family great food with fresh<br />
ingredients.<br />
Mocha Cabana<br />
317 4St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Experience the local community at<br />
Mocha Cabana. How fresh is fresh? From<br />
pasta to their beer, they source locally! A<br />
large, protected patio at the back makes<br />
Mocha Cabana the perfect place to hang<br />
out with the locals.<br />
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Miro Bistro 313 5 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Fine dining in a casual space paired with<br />
exceptional wines. Miro Bistro is located<br />
in the heart of downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
Serving both lunch and dinner, this is<br />
a great option when you're looking for<br />
something unique.<br />
Plum 330 6 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Intimate, unique, fine dining—Plum is the<br />
place to be. With a friendly atmosphere,<br />
fantastic food and cocktails that set taste<br />
buds tingling, Plum brings sophisticated<br />
flavours to the heart of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
Two Guys and a Pizza Place<br />
316 11 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Two Guys and a Pizza Place has all of<br />
your favourites. With over 40 utterly<br />
creative flavours that dazzle, there is a<br />
pie here to make everyone at the table<br />
happy!<br />
FOR THE ADULTS<br />
Grab your friends and head out<br />
for an adult treat! <strong>Lethbridge</strong> has<br />
multiple craft breweries and date<br />
night spots perfect for you and<br />
that special someone!<br />
CRAFT BEER<br />
Theoretically Brewing<br />
1263 2 Ave S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> has a rich brewing history,<br />
and Theoretically Brewing pushes it into<br />
the future. They brew small-batch beers<br />
Created with the science in mind. Try<br />
cores brews, seasonal favourites and single-batch<br />
experiments. In season, enjoy<br />
sunshine and live music on their large<br />
patio.<br />
Coulee Taproom<br />
4085 2 Ave <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Committed to crafting a family experience,<br />
their big patio is the perfect place<br />
to pair award-winning ales with delicious<br />
burgers and more. Hoodoo Hops, Red<br />
Coat Trail Amber—even the names capture<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>'s brewing history.<br />
Spectrum Ale Works<br />
3500 9 Ave N <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>'s newest brewer is bringing<br />
people together with a diverse range of<br />
beers. From English Pub Ales to hoppier<br />
concoctions, get a taste of the prairies<br />
with a flight, glass or growler.<br />
Telegraph Taphouse<br />
310 6 St S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Enjoy tasty food, excellent craft beers<br />
and spirits in the historic building that<br />
housed <strong>Lethbridge</strong>'s original telegraph<br />
office.<br />
Water Tower Grill<br />
103 Mayor Magrath Dr S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Looking for more of a high dining Experience?<br />
Water Tower Grill is the place for<br />
you! Indulge in the amazing food while<br />
taking in the amazing views 102' above<br />
the ground from <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s old water<br />
tower.<br />
SWEET INDULGENCE<br />
Curve that sweet tooth craving<br />
at some of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s favourite<br />
ice cream and sweet treats spots.<br />
DESSERT<br />
Swirls Ice Cream<br />
1701 Mayor Magrath Dr S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
For a cool treat on a hot summer day,<br />
look no further than Swirls Ice Cream!<br />
From soft serve to sundaes, they can<br />
satisfy your craving!<br />
Street Side Eatery -<br />
Cheesecake 317 8 St S<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Street Side Eatery is a full-service restaurant<br />
but we're including it here because<br />
of their decadent cheesecakes and pies!<br />
With flavours like Skor, peanut butter<br />
chocolate and salted caramel, this is<br />
heaven for your sweet tooth!<br />
BUBBLE TEA<br />
Possibly the most fun you can have<br />
with a straw, bubble tea is a sweet treat<br />
perfect for summer or anytime you're<br />
looking for a pick-me-up. Many of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>’s<br />
Vietnamese restaurants serve<br />
creative flavours with different bubble<br />
options.<br />
ITEA<br />
404 E Mayor Magrath Dr N<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
North <strong>Lethbridge</strong> also gets its bubble tea<br />
fix. They also serve noodles, soups and<br />
other Vietnamese favourites. Take-out or<br />
dine in.<br />
Mama La<br />
8 Aquitania Blvd W #50 <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Along with a range of fun Bubble Tea,<br />
Mama La serves delicious Vietnamese<br />
favourites on the West Side. Take-out or<br />
dine in.<br />
Thuan Hoa<br />
1354 Mayor Magrath Dr S<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB Looking<br />
Bún, pho, bubble tea and more really<br />
yummy Vietnamese dishes prepared with<br />
love in south <strong>Lethbridge</strong>. Take-out or<br />
dine in.<br />
Umami 814 4 Ave S <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, AB<br />
Boutique grocer delights are just the beginning.<br />
You'll love Umami for its bubble<br />
tea, bánh mì, cooking classes and more.<br />
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DAY TRIPPIN' from LETHBRIDGE<br />
Travel Alberta/Sabrina Hill<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong> is a great place to<br />
hang your hat when exploring<br />
Southern<br />
Alberta<br />
Hotels, restaurants and<br />
amenities — <strong>Lethbridge</strong> is<br />
the perfect place to discover<br />
the amazing outdoors of<br />
Southern Alberta.<br />
After you’ve experienced<br />
our unique shops and attractions,<br />
hop in your car<br />
and start day trippin’.<br />
After a day of incredible<br />
landscapes, you'll return to<br />
a comfortable hotel, ready<br />
to enjoy dining and entertainment<br />
options you won’t<br />
find anywhere else!<br />
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See why Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park is an<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
01<br />
Birds & Badlands<br />
Hwy 3 & 4 Full Day<br />
From dinosaur fossils to landscapes left<br />
from prehistoric lakes, here’s an easy<br />
outing that introduces the otherworldly<br />
Canadian Badlands! Highway 4 takes you<br />
from <strong>Lethbridge</strong> back in time to Devil's<br />
Coulee Dinosaur & Heritage Museum<br />
in Warner. Keep going to the UNESCO<br />
World Heritage Site of Writing-on-Stone<br />
Provincial Park. You’ll learn about Blackfoot<br />
culture as you witness petroglyphs<br />
and pictographs thousands of years old.<br />
Return to <strong>Lethbridge</strong> for a meal with a<br />
view at the Water Tower Grill & Bar.<br />
On the way back, get closer than you<br />
ever imagined to Alberta’s birds of prey.<br />
The Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in<br />
Coaldale lets you get up-close to these<br />
awe-inspiring creatures while protecting<br />
them for all. It's a quick 15-minute drive<br />
from Pure Casino in <strong>Lethbridge</strong>, east on<br />
Highway 3.<br />
Travel Alberta / Sabrina Hill<br />
Get close to incredible creatures at the Alberta<br />
Birds of Prey Centre<br />
Itinerary 1 Suggested Stops<br />
Devil's Coulee Dinosaur &<br />
Heritage Museum<br />
300A county road, Warner, AB<br />
64 km (40 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Writing-on-Stone<br />
Provincial Park<br />
NW 36 TW1 range 13, Milk River, AB<br />
123 km (76 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Alberta Birds of Prey Centre<br />
2124 16 Ave, Coaldale, AB<br />
18 km (11 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong>
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DAY TRIPPIN' from LETHBRIDGE<br />
See why Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is a<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Travel Alberta / Jeremy Fokkens<br />
Witness the riding of the redcoats at The Fort<br />
Museum in Fort Macleod<br />
02<br />
Plains People & NWMP<br />
Itinerary 2 Suggested Stops 03<br />
Mining for Memories<br />
Hwy 3, 2 & 785 Full Day<br />
Hwy 3 Full Day<br />
Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
Get a deeper experience of Western Canada's<br />
only underground coal mine at Bellevue Mine<br />
Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
History buffs will love this tour — head<br />
west on Highway 3 to Fort Macleod and<br />
the Fort Museum. There, spend a couple<br />
of hours learning about the Northwest<br />
Mounted Police and First Nations of<br />
Southern Alberta in the re-creation of<br />
the Fort that was built in 1974. Next,<br />
it’s a short drive to Head-Smashed-In<br />
Buffalo Jump. One of the world's oldest<br />
and best-preserved buffalo jumps, this<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site is simply<br />
incredible! Learn about Blackfoot culture<br />
and history and walk the trails for great<br />
views! Finish the day in Downtown <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
with farm to fork restaurant fare.<br />
Travel Tip<br />
The Fort Museum of the<br />
NWMP & First Nations<br />
Interpretive Centre<br />
219 25 St, Fort MacLeod, AB<br />
54 km (34 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo<br />
Jump World Heritage Site<br />
Secondary Highway #785,<br />
Fort MacLeod, AB<br />
75 km (47 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Head west on Highway 3 (Crowsnest<br />
Trail) for a full day of history and natural<br />
splendour in the Crowsnest Pass. One<br />
option takes it slow with a stop at Kootenai<br />
Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher<br />
Creek before carrying on to gorgeous<br />
Lundbreck Falls just off of Highway 3.<br />
Next up, historic Bellevue Underground<br />
Mine for an underground mine tour.<br />
Then be awestruck at the Frank Slide<br />
Interpretive Centre, marking the site<br />
of Canada’s deadliest rockslide. Finally,<br />
head out for a pleasant stroll along the<br />
old miners’ trail — look up to see where<br />
the miners’ used to hang their lanterns in<br />
the treetops.<br />
Discover a backcountry paradise at Castle<br />
Provincial Park and Castle Wildland<br />
Provincial Park. Accessible from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
via HWY 3, these parks are home to 1,000 km<br />
of foothills, mountains, and unique wildlife.<br />
In winter, Castle Mountain Resort lifts skiers<br />
spirits with plenty of powdery snow.<br />
Travel Alberta / John Price<br />
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Travel Alberta / Katie Goldie<br />
Looking for an adventure in “the<br />
Pass”? Challenge yourself with the<br />
incredible hike to the summit of<br />
Turtle Mountain. You’ll get a new<br />
perspective on the tragic Frank rock<br />
slide and inspiring views. With an<br />
almost 1 km vertical gain, good<br />
hiking boots and experience are a<br />
must!<br />
Travel Tip<br />
Itinerary 3 Suggested Stops<br />
Waterton isn't just a hikers haven, venture out on<br />
the water with a board or in a boat<br />
04<br />
Waterton & Wagons<br />
Hwy 5 Full Day<br />
Blakiston & Co.<br />
Step back into the past at the Remington Carriage<br />
Museum<br />
Itinerary 4 Suggested Stops<br />
Uppercase Creative<br />
Kootenai Brown<br />
Pioneer Village<br />
1037 Bev McLachlin Dr,<br />
Pincher Creek, AB<br />
105 km (65 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Bellevue Underground Mine<br />
2531 213 St, Bellevue, AB<br />
138 km (86 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Frank Slide<br />
Interpretive Centre<br />
AB-3, Crowsnest Pass, AB<br />
141km (88 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Leave the hordes of tourists behind and<br />
experience the Alberta Rockies the right<br />
way at Waterton Lakes National Park.<br />
Grab some picnic fixin’s before you head<br />
out, then drive Highway 5 to Waterton.<br />
Your day could include a scenic boat<br />
cruise, scrumptious high tea with an<br />
Alpine view or a hike through mountain<br />
splendour. Plus, there’s plenty of beach in<br />
town for your picnic. Head back to <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
and relax in your hotel’s hot tub.<br />
Optional: On your way there, stop at<br />
the utterly unique Remington Carriage<br />
Museum in Cardston!<br />
Waterton Lakes National Park<br />
AB-5, Waterton Park, AB<br />
114 km (71 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Remington Carriage Museum<br />
623 Main St, Cardston, AB<br />
75 km (47 mi) from <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Travel Tip<br />
Hikers rejoice! National Geographic named<br />
the trail to Crypt Lake in Waterton, one of the<br />
world’s most thrilling hikes. Get ready for a<br />
natural mountain tunnel, skinny rock ledges<br />
and views all day long. This challenging<br />
hike will take the day but give you serious<br />
bragging rights!<br />
Andy Best @andy_best<br />
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Travel Info<br />
Coalbanks Creative Inc. / Michael Warf<br />
LETHBRIDGE<br />
Population 101,482 (2019 City Census)<br />
Time Zone MST (Mountain Standard Time; MDT in Summer)<br />
Blackfoot Confederacy traditional territory<br />
City Information <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.ca / Call: 311<br />
CANADIAN CURRENCY<br />
The currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar (CA$).<br />
Coins 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, $1 (“loonie”), $2 (“toonie”)<br />
Bills $5, $10, $20, $50, $100<br />
SALES TAX<br />
In Alberta, you will pay a 5% federal GST on most goods and<br />
services. While Alberta does not charge a provincial GST, other<br />
provinces do, and the total sales tax rate varies when shopping<br />
in Canada.<br />
US / CANADIAN PORTS OF ENTRY<br />
(from West to East)<br />
Chief Mountain Seasonal<br />
Carway / Piegan Year Round<br />
Del Bonita Year Round<br />
Coutts / Sweetgrass Year Round<br />
Aden / Whitlash Year Round<br />
Wild Horse Year Round<br />
ALBERTA ROAD CONDITIONS<br />
511.alberta.ca<br />
Fort Macleod 54 km (34 mi) / 38 min<br />
Frank Slide Interpretive Centre 141 km (88 mi) / 1 hr 31 min<br />
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump 76 km (47 mi) / 52 min<br />
Medicine Hat 168 km (104 mi) / 1 hr 51 min<br />
Saskatchewan Border (via Hwy 1) 231 km (143 mi) /<br />
2 hr 32 min<br />
Waterton (townsite) 127 km (79 mi) / 1 hr 29 min<br />
Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park 123 km (76 mi) / 1 hr 15min<br />
KILOMETERS TO MILES CONVERSION<br />
(1 mile = 1.609344 km)<br />
30 km/hr 18.6 mph<br />
50 km/hr 31.1 mph<br />
60 km/hr 37.3 mph<br />
70 km/hr 43.5 mph<br />
100 km/hr 62.1 mph<br />
110 km/hr 68.4 mph<br />
FLYQL!<br />
The <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Airport (YQL) is conveniently<br />
located a few kilometers south of <strong>Lethbridge</strong>.<br />
It connects <strong>Lethbridge</strong> to the hub of Calgary<br />
and onwards to the world. #FLYQL on your next<br />
visit to <strong>Lethbridge</strong> or away connection.<br />
LETHBRIDGE RESOURCES*<br />
Download City of <strong>Lethbridge</strong> apps on your iPhone / iPad or<br />
Android device.<br />
Find bus times, maps and more.<br />
TRAVEL DISTANCES / DRIVE TIMES<br />
(from <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Visitor Information Centre)<br />
Get out and explore paths and parks.<br />
Banff 340 km (211 mi) / 3 hr 35 min<br />
British Columbia Border (via Hwy 3) 163 km (101 mi) /<br />
1 hr 47 min<br />
Dial 311 for information on City programs and services.<br />
Calgary 218 km (136 mi) / 2 hr 16 min<br />
Coutts (USA / Montana Border) 101 km (63 mi) / 1 hr 1 min<br />
*These are City of <strong>Lethbridge</strong> services. Please report any issues directly to them.<br />
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1 1st Choice Savings Centre<br />
2 Alberta Birds of Prey Centre<br />
3 ATB Centre<br />
4 Bully’s Casino & Racetrack<br />
5 CASA<br />
6 Centre Village Mall<br />
7 ENMAX Centre<br />
8 Exhibition Park<br />
9 Fort Whoop-Up<br />
10 Galt Museum & Archives<br />
11 Helen Schuler Nature Centre<br />
12 <strong>Lethbridge</strong> Military Museum<br />
13 Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden<br />
14 Oldman River Observatory<br />
15 Park Place Mall<br />
16 Pure Casino <strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
17 SAAG<br />
18 Servus Sports Centre<br />
19 Softball Valley<br />
20 Spitz Stadium<br />
21 U of L Art Gallery<br />
22 U of L Community Stadium<br />
23 Val Matteotti Gym<br />
24 Yates Memorial Centre<br />
Map Legend<br />
1 Attraction<br />
Airport<br />
Campground<br />
Fire Station<br />
Green Space<br />
Hospital<br />
RCMP Detachment<br />
3 Road - Highway<br />
Road - Primary<br />
Road - Secondary<br />
Visitor Info Centre &<br />
RV Sanitation Dump<br />
Alexander<br />
Wilderness Park<br />
Pavan Park<br />
13 St N<br />
North<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Blackwolf Blvd N<br />
Legacy Park<br />
Police<br />
Water<br />
Fort Macleod 42 km / 26 mi<br />
Crowsnest Pass 142 km / 88 mi<br />
Calgary 205 km / 127 mi<br />
Peenaquim Park<br />
Scenic Dr N<br />
26 Ave N 26 Ave N<br />
3<br />
25<br />
19<br />
Westside Dr W<br />
Walsh Dr W<br />
Metis Trail<br />
Garry Dr W<br />
University Dr W<br />
University Dr W<br />
Bridge Dr W<br />
Elizabeth Hall<br />
Wetlands<br />
Indian Battle Park<br />
Whoop Up Dr<br />
11<br />
3 Ave S<br />
9 10<br />
Scenic Dr N<br />
3<br />
15<br />
5<br />
Galt Gardens<br />
17<br />
Stafford Dr N<br />
6 Ave S<br />
Scenic Dr S<br />
6<br />
24<br />
13 St N 13 St S<br />
9 Ave N<br />
5 Ave N<br />
3 Ave S<br />
6 Ave S<br />
23 St N<br />
20<br />
28 St N<br />
9 Ave S<br />
Henderson Lake Park<br />
13<br />
10 Ave S S Parkside Dr<br />
Coaldale 11 km / 7 mi<br />
Taber 47 km / 29 mi<br />
Medicine Hat 163 km / 101 mi<br />
16<br />
8<br />
4<br />
2<br />
43 St N<br />
43 St S<br />
3<br />
3<br />
Metis Trail<br />
Whoop Up Dr W<br />
C olum bia Blvd W<br />
McMaster Blvd W<br />
1<br />
21<br />
Nicholas Sheran Park<br />
McGill Blvd W<br />
University Dr W<br />
22<br />
16 Ave S<br />
Mayor Magrath Dr S<br />
Scenic Dr S<br />
7<br />
18<br />
23<br />
24 Ave S<br />
43 St S<br />
4<br />
Milk River 79 km / 49 mi<br />
Coutts (USA Border) 98 km / 61 mi<br />
Great Falls, USA 290 km / 180 mi<br />
West<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
Canyon Pkwy W<br />
Canyo n Blvd W<br />
South<br />
<strong>Lethbridge</strong><br />
0 .5 1 2 3<br />
KM<br />
Cottonwood Park<br />
14<br />
Popson Park<br />
Cardston 70 km / 44 mi<br />
Carway (USA Border) 94 km / 58 mi<br />
Waterton (townsite) 124 km / 77 mi<br />
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