Lethbridge, Alberta is one of the warmest & sunniest cities in Canada with a pop. of 89,074.

Our affordable, vibrant community is only two hours south of Calgary and is close to mountains and the U.S. border. We enjoy family-oriented neighbourhoods and have an array of recreational and cultural choices for people of all ages and interests.  Our hospitality is second to none.

With over 70 parks and 150 kms of trails throughout the community, we offer you an opportunity to explore our coulees and river  valley park system whether by foot, bike or snowshoes. The Helen Schuler Nature Centre in the Oldman River Valley is open year-round and offers family friendly, interactive exhibits and unique wildlife viewing opportunities.. Just south of the Nature Centre you will find Indian Battle Park where you can relax for a picnic or climb on one of the giant sculptures found in this one-of-a-kind playground.  Fort Whoop Up National Historic Site is also located in Indian Battle Park and is open on weekends.  This site offers visitors a chance to see what life was like in a frontier outpost in Western Canada.  A short drive, or walk, will take you to The Galt Museum & Archives, where stories of Lethbridge history are told.  Don’t miss the fabulous gift shop, wonderful views of the river valley and the very famous High Level Bridge.

The authentic Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens, located next to Henderson Lake, is closed for the winter but visible as you stroll around the Lake, relax on a park bench, or play in the very popular playground there.  We are very passionate about the outdoors. 

We are also known for our diverse restaurants, variety of ethnic foods, many unique stores, and home to the nationally recognized and respected Southern Alberta Art Gallery located in the downtown core in a newly renovated building. We invite you to enjoy our sunshine and find something new in our friendly community!

For those who enjoy being active, our many pools and arenas are open year-round, and during the summer we have many fields and diamonds filled with activities from Frisbee golf to baseball.

This City truly has something for everyone!  With major events such as the Alberta International Air Show, Street Wheelers, and the Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, we welcome spectators and athletes from around the world.