There is plenty to in Southern Alberta this weekend. Photo by Stephen Strand
Warm weather and fun are on the table in Southern Alberta this weekend.
Let’s take a look at what is happening in Southern Alberta this weekend:
Friday, March 6
At the University of Lethbridge, they are hosting events as part of their Indigenous Awareness Week. As part of this, there are numerous events that people can attend.
Also at the University of Lethbridge, there is the Conservatory of Music Lunch & Listen Concert Series. As part of this, there is a free lunch and concert, featuring performances of pieces by living Canadian composers. The event starts at 12:15 p.m.
At the Environmental Education Centre in Okotoks, people will learn about Birds as part of the Town’s regular Nature Fridays event. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., youth in Okotoks will be able to learn about Birds and create their own bird nest craft.
At the Okotoks Art Gallery, there are two art exhibits that people will be able to enjoy for free.
One is Field Studies by Deanne Underwood, which reflects the artists lifelong relationship with the prairie landscape.
The other exhibit is The Promise by Lanhee Cho, which explores the subtle power of the cycles of life.
The Okotoks Film Fest is hosting their 2026 Oscar Nominated Shorts, starting at 3 p.m. As part of this event, they are showing Live-Action, Animated, and Documentary Short films at the Okotoks Cinemas. This is a three-day event.
At the Viking Rentals Centre in Okotoks, the Okotoks’ Got Talent is taking place from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This family-friendly talent show not only celebrates local performers, it helps to support the United Way & Okotoks Partnership.
At Medalta in Medicine Hat, there will be an opening reception for two exhibitions. As part of this opening reception, people will be able to meet the artists and curators, enjoy light refreshments, live music and more. One exhibit is called Collision Course, while the other is called The Looking Glass. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
At the Yates Memorial Theatre in Lethbridge, the Ammena Dance Company will be performing their 22nd annual show called, An Explosion of World Dance and Music. It will be a night of world dance genres from Afro to Latin to Bollywood and more. The show begins at 7 p.m. This will also happen on Saturday.
The Medicine Hat Tigers will be taking on the team from Red Deer at CO-OP Place in Medicine. Puck drop is at 7 p.m.
The Okotoks Oilers will be taking on the Blackfalds Bulldogs at the Viking Rentals Centre, with puck drop happening at 7:05 p.m.
At the Old Church Theatre in Okotoks, Tracy Millar will hit the stage. For over 20 years, Miller has graced airwaves, theatres, festivals, and more, gracing people with her voice, which is like a time machine to the heart of country music. Door opens at 7 p.m., show starts at 7:30.
At the Big Marble Go Centre in Medicine Hat, people will be able to learn how to Powwow. At this event, people will be able to learn traditional steps, experience the music, and connect with a rich cultural heritage that has been celebrated for centuries. This starts at 7:30 p.m.
As part of the Town of Okotoks’ March Youth Night Spotlight Series, youth will take part in a winter wildlife painting with artist, Asley Gaboury. Attendance is free, but people need to register.
Saturday, March 7
As part of the Heart of the Foothills Women’s Showcase, they are celebrating women in business this International Women’s Day. This event showcases women in business and women-focused businesses with an artisan market. The event starts at 11 a.m.
At the Southern Alberta Art Gallery Maansiksikaitsitapiitsinikssin, an exhibit called Future Perfect: Rewriting the Rules of Lethbridge with Mia & Eric, will invite participants to explore how bylaws shape everyday life in Lethbridge. People will be able to cut, remix, and rewrite texts to imagine new riles for a future city. This event runs from 2 to 4 p.m.
At the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre in Medicine Hat, the Alberta Musical Theatre Company will be performing Pinocchio. The performance starts at 4 p.m.
The Lethbridge Symphony will be performing iconic music from the 90’s. They will playing music from the top artists, TV shows, and movies from the 90’s. The show begins at 7:30 p.m.
The Calgary Flames are hosting an Indigenous Celebration. The is their 4th annual Indigenous Celebration game, which celebrates Indigenous culture in Southern Alberta. As part of this night, they will be debuting a new Indigenous themed jersey.
At the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, there is a Women’s Empowerment Gathering. At this gathering there is a powerful and uplifting space created to honour, celebrate, and support Indigenous women. This event runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 8
In Diamond Valley, there is public skating at the Scott Seaman Sports Rink throughout the day.
At the Helen Schuler Nature Centre in Lethbridge, Leila Armstrong will be presenting her doctoral research project, Backyard Wilderness: An interdisciplinary investigation of the urban ecology of Lethbridge. This free event starts at 1:30 p.m., and people will learn about urban ecology.
The Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre will Comedy for the Games. This night of laughs will help to support the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games Medicine Hat 2026. Todd Ness and Adam Growe will be performing.
There are drop-in activities for everyone to enjoy in Okotoks, which can be found here.
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