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Shopping and Going Out

Lethbridge – West

Most uLethbridge students end up living on the west side of Lethbridge, where the University is located. You will find several grocery stores, as well as drugstores, convenience stores, pubs, and restaurants.

Lethbridge – South

On Lethbridge’s south side, you’ll find the city’s largest concentration of shops and restaurants. Whether you're looking for a mobile phone provider, clothing, home décor, or new or used furniture, this is where you’ll be heading. Both downtown and the other main shopping areas are well connected to the west side by bus.

Lethbridge – North

On the north side, you’ll find many of the same chain stores as the south side. However, you’ll also find specialty stores and restaurants that are unique to this side of town.

Entertainment

Below you will find a list of just a few of the entertainment options available for you to explore in Lethbridge. For more options, check out the Active Lethbridge App.


Cinema

Galaxy Cinemas

501 1st Avenue South, Lethbridge

Watch the most recent films, enjoy fresh popcorn, and visit the arcade. Tip: tickets are cheaper on Tuesdays!

The Movie Mill

1710 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge

Find affordable movies, frozen yogurt, and mini-golf. Tip: tickets are cheaper on Tuesdays!

Shopping

Park Place Mall

501 1st Avenue South, Lethbridge

Shop 100+ retailers and services including clothing, games, music, and more.

Centre Village Mall

1240 2A Avenue North, Lethbridge

Find over 15 stores, such as Canadian Tire, London Drugs and Save-On-Foods.

Chapters

701 1st Avenue South, Lethbridge

Browse books, stationery, and gifts while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee from the adjoining Starbucks.

Value Village

1708 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge

Find a variety of cheap, affordable second-hand items including clothing, books, and home décor.

Cafés and Teahouses

The Penny Coffee House

331 5th Street South, Lethbridge

Relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and have a cup of coffee or lunch with friends.

The Jasmine Room

1112 6th Ave. South, Lethbridge

Visit the teahouse to enjoy a cup of tea and a fresh-baked dessert, or shop in the adjoining boutique.

Bread Milk & Honey

427 5th Street South, Lethbridge

Sample the quality coffee, food, and baked goods in this cozy café.

Music and Theatre

Owl Acoustic Lounge

411 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge

Enjoy food, live music, and drinks.

New West Theatre Society

Locations vary

Check what shows are available to enjoy one of the quality theatrical, musical, and dramatic performances staged by the Theatre Society.

The Geomatic Attic

2nd Floor, 70-491 W.T. Hill Boulevard South, Lethbridge

Experience live music in a small, intimate setting and view art from local artists.

Museums, Galleries, and Culture

CASA Art Gallery

230 8th Street South, Lethbridge

View locally made art or enjoy a variety of events and shows put on by local artists, musicians, and performers.

Galt Museum

502 1st Street South, Lethbridge

Learn about Southwestern Alberta history by exploring the collections, stories and memories found in the Museum.

South Alberta Ethnic Association

421 6th Avenue South, Lethbridge

Celebrate cultural diversity through programs, performances, and events.

Southern Alberta Art Gallery

601 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge

View the works of contemporary artists, attend fun events, or explore the gift shop.

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge

Experience the beauty and serenity of the garden and enjoy events and activities.

Fun and Recreation

VRKade

1018 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge

Experience an exciting collection of games in virtual reality.

The Great Escape Lethbridge

1806 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge

Solve puzzles, crack codes, and find clues in this escape room adventure.

Get Air Lethbridge

2920 9th Avenue North, Lethbridge

Enjoy bouncing on the wall-to-wall trampolines, playing dodgeball, jumping into foam pits, climbing walls, and more.

Round Table Board Gamerie

502 5 Street South, Lethbridge

Plan a board game night with a few friends - choose from a massive selection of popular and niche games, and enjoy some food and drinks.

Galaxy Bowling

1702 23rd Street North, Lethbridge

Enjoy ten-pin bowling and pizza.

Outdoor and Sport

True North Axe Throwing

318 17th Street South, Lethbridge

Experience the thrill of axe-throwing!

Nicholas Sheran Park & Leisure Centre

401 Laval Boulevard West, Lethbridge

Skate at the ice centre, swim in the pool, or try disc golf at Nicholas Sheran Park.

Indian Battle Park

Explore walking trails, enjoy a picnic, or visit the Fort Whoop Up Interpretive Centre.

Popson Park

Spend time hiking, fishing, and enjoying the local beautiful nature, or check out the Oldman River Observatory.

ENMAX Centre

2510 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge

Catch a Hurricanes hockey game or enjoy a variety of concerts and performances.

Henderson Lake Park

2710 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge

Go for a walk around the lake, check out the golf course, or take a swim in the outdoor pool.

Seasonal

Lethbridge Corn Maze

Range Rd. 224 North, Lethbridge

In the summer and fall get lost in the corn maze, visit the petting zoo, enjoy a hayride, or pick out a pumpkin to carve at Halloween from the pumpkin patch.

Whoop-Up Days

3401 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge

Check out this annual festival in August: music, food, rodeos, rides, and games await.

Memorial Drive divides the city into North and South, while Centre Street (or its extension, Macleod Trail) divides the city into East and West. It is divided into a four quadrants: Northwest (NW), Northeast (NE), Southwest (SW) and Southeast (SE).

Northwest

The community of Kensington has many exciting cafes, pubs, and restaurants. University District has student housing opportunities and many amenities.

The Red Line (#201) C-Train Route goes trough Northwest toward Downtown and if you live close to the Red Line C Train you have easy access to essential amenities and the Calgary campus.

The NW is home to farmers markets, shopping centres, and malls:

Northeast

Northeast Calgary is the most culturally diverse part of Calgary, with a diverse restaurant scene.

The Blue Line (#202) C-Train Route goes trough Northeast toward Downtown and if you live close to the Blue Line C Train, you will have easy access to essential amenities and the Calgary campus.

The Northeast features some of the city's best shopping destinations, as well as the specialty stores, local grocery stores, and the food halls of Deerfoot City.

Southwest

The Beltline and Mission communities have many cafes, pubs, and restaurants, and it is within walking distance to Downtown.

The Southwest has great shopping destinations, such as CF Chinook Centre. You can shop in style at the CORE or explore local shops in Marda Loop!

Southeast

With an extensive network of paved pathways in the Southeast, Calgary’s parks are easily accessible and always close to great restaurants and coffee shops.

Entertainment in Calgary

Calgary, a cosmopolitan city in Alberta, is known for its festivals, attractions, and the Calgary Stampede. It is also close to the famously beautiful mountain towns Banff, Lake Louise, and Canmore, which you must visit!

If you are interested in what the city has to offer, please visit some of the websites listed below:

Museums, Galleries, and Culture

Fort Calgary - The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland historical

Location: 750 9 Ave SE

The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland historical site with interactive exhibits, and replicas of the original Canadian Pacific Railway station, NWMP barracks, and Calgary Herald newspaper room.

Glenbow (temporarily closed)

As this largest museum in Western Canada with permanent collections here including Ethnology, Cultural history, Mineralogy and Military history.

Studio Bell - The National Music Centre

Location: 850 4 St. SE

The first national cultural institution dedicated to celebrating music in Canada in all of its forms. Five floors of interactive exhibits, artifacts, instruments, and music memorabilia tell the story of music in Canada.

TELUS Spark Science Centre

Location: 220 St. George's Drive NE Calgary, AB T2E 5T2

Science museum with interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations and educational demonstrations

Outdoor

Calgary has many parks to explore, and lots of them offer features and activities such as pathways, picnic sites, etc. Please see here: All City of Calgary parks

Eating out consistently can be expensive and unhealthy. It is healthier and more economical to purchase groceries and prepare your own meals when possible. Try to establish a balanced diet that includes fresh, healthy, and familiar foods.

In Canada, many people buy the majority of their groceries at a supermarket. Supermarkets carry groceries, household items, and over-the-counter medications. In Lethbridge you'll find many supermarkets including Superstore, No Frills, Safeway, Save-On-Foods, Walmart and Sobeys. Some supermarkets will have lower prices than others, so you will want to balance cost with convenience and location.

Lethbridge

Although the usual grocery stores are increasingly carrying a wider variety of products from around the world, you may want to visit a specialty store if you're looking for something special. Some of these stores also carry clothing, hair products and other non-food items.

Calgary

Calgary is a large, multicultural center that offers a wide range of grocery and clothing stores from all over the world! If you’re a foodie, then you will also want to check out the diverse Calgary restaurant scene, offering cuisines from many different cultures. So, if you’re missing food from your home country or looking for some cool clothing at affordable prices, you should check out the following places: