MHSEC Facility Guide
The Medicine Hat Sport and Event Council has created this document as a full guide to hosting an event in Medicine Hat. Complete with rentals, accommodations, restaurants and cultural activites.
Facility Guide
Contents Welcome to Medicine Hat Highlights of our Community
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Medicine Hat
Community Map
Rentals Schools
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Accommodations 112 Transportation 113 More to Discover
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Welcome to Medicine Hat
Our city is home to many wonderful recreation facilities, built for residents, guests and visi tors alike. We understand the costs associat ed with building these facilities, but also see the value of this investment in our community. Every year our city hosts hundreds of sporting, recreational events and tournaments that in spire our community to be active and provide us with opportunities to socialize and have fun.
We are thrilled to have won the opportuni ty to host the national 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. This will be an in credible opportunity to showcase our city and offer memorable experiences for athletes, coaching staff, residents, and volunteers. I want to thank all of our partners who make our city a great place to live and I look forward to the future successes we can achieve together. – Mayor Linnsie Clark
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403-837-4171 mhsportandevent.com #202 - 556 4 Street SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 0K8 info@mhsportandevent.com
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Highlights of our Community
Sports, recreation, education, community involvement, cultur al events, health care and hospital ity are just a few of the many rea sons why people choose Medicine Hat as an excellent place to live, work, raise their families, and retire. With a population of approximate ly 65,000 people, it is a growing city with a small town feel and communi ty warmth with big city business and services. Medicine Hat residents have more recreational facilities per capita than most other cities in Canada. In addition to superior recreational fa cilities, the city offers more than 115 kilometres of hiking / biking trails, 250 hectares of parks and five first
class golf courses. There are indoor and outdoor pools, six indoor ice arenas, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, an all weather track and so much more. So, if you enjoy ice, water or sun, there is a sport for everyone in every season. Often referred to as an Oasis on the Prairie, the city is nestled in the beautiful South Saskatchewan River Valley, amid coulees, rolling prairie and carved hillsides. Medicine Hat enjoys a comfortable semi-arid cli mate with an average summer tem perature of 22°C and more than 330 days of annual sunshine on average.
From historic downtown to a modern array of malls, health and social ser vices, transportation, parks, recre ational facilities, culture, education, service clubs, industry and busi ness, Medicine Hat offers a di verse range of opportunities. Situated at the crossroads of the Trans Canada Highway 1 and Highway 3, Medicine Hat has easy access in all directions with excel lent highway and air facilities. So, come see us and experience the vibrant, active, and energized com munity that residents consider to be their community of choice. Medicine Hat is always ready to share its community spirit and hospitality!
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Volunteerism success in recruiting 3000+ “Hatters” Strong Legacies average of $200,000 legacy for major events Budget Conscious
Medicine Hat is situated in Southeast Alberta along the South Saskatchewan River . We are a 45 minute drive from Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park .
Canada’s Sunniest City boasts over
330 days of annual sunshine, with an average high of 22° in the summer and -6° in the winter! MEDICINE HAT HAS A SUNSHINE STATE OF MIND! PLAYING OUTDOORS GETTING HERE experience with hosting budgets of $2,400,000+
PLAYING INDOORS • 6 Arenas • 3 Pools • 3 Turf Fields • 2 Running Tracks • 8 Basketball Courts
• 25 Ball Diamonds • 26 Soccer Pitches • 3 Pools • 5 Golf Courses • BMX Track • Premier Turf Field
WestJet to Medicine Hat Airport
Highway #1 and #3 293km to Calgary 168km to Lethbridge
Recreation Centres: Family Leisure Centre (fitness centre, indoor track, 2 boarded turf fields, dividable gymna sium, outdoor turf field, 3 soccer pitches, 4 ball diamonds, BMX track, 20 pickleball courts) Southridge YMCA (fitness centre, indoor track, dividable gymnasium, 2 soccer pitches, baseball diamond)
• Premier Running Track • 8 Sets of Tennis Courts • 28 Pickleball Courts
STAYING HERE
• Skateboard Park • 115km of Trails • Advanced Motocross Trails • 1/4 Mile NHRA Sanctioned Dragway • 3/8 Mile Paved Oval Track
18 Hotels 8 Motels 1874 Rooms
EVENT HOSTING RESUME
Annual Cultural and Community Events
2016 Alberta Winter Games
2017 Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games
2019 World Under 17 Hockey Challenge
Medicine Hat Exhibiton & Stampede Celebrating Over 70 Years!
2400 Participants
350 Participants
2500 Participants
Medicine Hat JazzFest Celebrating Over 20 Uninterrupted Years!
2000 Volunteers
250 Volunteers
700 Volunteers
$3.5 Million Economic Impact
$6.3 Million Economic Impact
$800,000 Economic Impact
Tongue on Post Alberta’s Only Winter Folk Festival for Over 10 Years!
Sunshine Skillet Festival Qualifier for Canadian Food Championship
$530,000 Legacy
$70,000 Legacy
$200,000 Legacy
For more information about Medicine Hat contact: Julie Garvey, Manager, Medicine Hat Sport and Event Council #202, 556 4 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0K8 │ 403-866-2632 │ info@mhsportandevent.com
Last modified: September 17, 2021
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Canalta Centre
Medicine Hat Speedway and Dragstrip
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CO-OP PLACE
The Co-op Place is Medicine Hat’s premier entertainment venue and home to the Medicine Hat Tigers. Located in the growing area of Box Springs Business Park, this state-of-the-art facility has seating for 7,000 people featuring 350 club seats, 22 suites, eight loge boxes, two community suites for public rental, and a lounge. The Co-op Place team is dedicated to creating unique experiences that turn into memories and first-time visitors into loyal supporters. The event centre is proudly owned and operated by the City of Medicine Hat. FEATURES: · 7000 seat capacity · 350 club seats · 8 loge boxes · 22 suites · 85’ x 200’ floor surface · 1400 parking stalls · 4 - 22’x18’ dressing rooms · 2 - star dressing rooms w/ private shower, bathroom and television · 2 loading docks · 1 loading bay FACILITY USES: · Hockey, ringette, lacrosse, ball hockey, figure skating, roller derby, concerts, conferences, banquets
· 26′x26′x18′h score clock · 108 pieces of 4’x8’ stage · 4’ to 6’ adjustable height stage
2802 Box Springs Way, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 0H3
https://coopplace.ca/ (403) 905-0055 • coopplace@medicinehat.ca @CoopPlaceMH
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MEDICINE HAT EXHIBITION & STAMPEDE
AUDITORIUM FEATURES: · 14,000 square feet
· Accommodates 150 to 500 with a dance floor · Accommodates 600 without a dance floor · 1500 people maximum including the use of fixed theatre seating · Seats 538 in fixed bleacher seating PAVILION FEATURES: · 23,000 square feet · Seats 250-1500 · High ceilings · Highly flexible open space
FIELDHOUSE FEATURES: · 33,000 square feet · Very large, flexible space · Seats 250-2000
CARRIAGE HOUSE FEATURES: · 800 square feet (Carriage House only) · Seats 60 without dance floor · Seats 48 with dance floor · Seats up to 250 people on the
outdoor covered patio · Wheelchair accessible
2055 21 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1A5
https://www.mhstampede.com/ (403) 527-1234 • mhstampede@mhstampede.com @MedicineHatStampede
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GRANDSTAND BANQUET ROOM FEATURES: · 4,000 square feet · Seats 200 people without a dance floor · Seats 168 people with a dance floor · Large, open space with concessions services available · Located under the Grandstands HIGDON HALL FEATURES: · Cactus Room (3,200 square feet that seats 160 people without a dance floor and 112 people with a dance floor) · Wild Rose Room (4,800 square feet that seats 256 people without a dance floor and 208 people with a dance floor)
The Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede was established in 1887 when local merchants and ranchers came together to bring the two communities closer. Today, the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede operates their events with over 500 volunteers and is the largest economic driver in Southeastern Alberta. Their mission is to promote and develop urban-rural ties in Southeastern Alberta by promoting a unique brand of community events and services while recognizing their western heritage.
FACILITY USES: · Concerts, conferences, rodeo, stampede, banquets, weddings, soccer, baseball, tennis, roller derby, FMX, lacrosse, ball hockey, pickleball, football, softball, Christmas parties, livestock events, chuckwagon races, family gatherings
2055 21 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1A5
https://www.mhstampede.com/ (403) 527-1234 • mhstampede@mhstampede.com @MedicineHatStampede
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BIG MARBLE GO CENTRE
This completely accessible facility sits on 57 acres and boasts several different amenities including an aquatic park, arena, fitness centre, fieldhouse and gymnasium. There are also several outdoor amenities at this location. The Big Marble Go offers a wide variety of structured and unstructured health and lifestyle opportunities for individuals, families and entire communities to meet, grow, laugh, explore and more. Learn a new skill, make new friends, spend time with the family or find a ‘whole’ new you. FEATURES:
FACILITY USES: · Swimming, diving, hockey, ringette, figure skating, speed skating, track, soccer, lacrosse, ball hockey, basketball, volleyball, badminton, pickleball
· Aquatic park featuring 50 metre lane swim, wave pool, lazy river, variable depth pool, two spring diving boards, high dive platform and water slide · Arena featuring a 100’x200’ ice surface · Indoor fieldhouse with two boarded fields · A 17,000 fitness centre featuring a 200 metre indoor track · Multi-purpose gymnasium capable of accommodating 2 basketball, 4 volleyball or 10 badminton/pickleball courts
· Outdoor features 3 soccer fields, 4 ball diamonds, a synthetic turf field, a BMX track and outdoor fitness centre · 468 Parking Stalls
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/big-marble-go-centre.aspx (403) 502-8566 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 2000 Division Ave NW, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 1X9
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YMCA - DOWNTOWN
YMCA Health and Fitness offers the citizens of Medicine Hat and area the opportunity to improve their overall well-being – physical, mental and emotional – through a variety of programs and services designed to help individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Their programs are run by their expert staff and volunteers to ensure maximum value for all participants. FEATURES: · Fitness Centre with cardio and weightlifting equipment · Access to YThrive · Lane and leisure swimming · Full aquatics program for all ages · Climbing Wall · Gymnasium · Group Fitness classes · Personal Training · Pre-school, children & youth programs · Child Minding · Drop-in recreational sports · Accessible to people with disabilities FACILITY USES: · Basketball, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, swimming pool, squash
150 Ash Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3A9
https://medicinehatymca.ca/ (403) 527-4426 • downtown@medicinehatymca.ca @YMCAMH
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YMCA - SOUTH RIDGE
YMCA Health and Fitness offers the citizens of Medicine Hat and area the opportunity to improve their overall well-being – physical, mental and emotional – through a variety of programs and services designed to help individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Their programs are run by their expert staff and volunteers to ensure maximum value for all participants. FEATURES: · Fitness Centre with cardio and weightlifting equipment · Access to YThrive · Walking Track · Gymnasium · Group Fitness classes · Personal Training · Pre-school, children & youth programs · Child Minding · Recreational sports (basketball and volleyball) · Accessible to people with disabilities FACILITY USES: · Basketball, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, walking track
644 Spruce Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4X4
https://medicinehatymca.ca/ (403) 528-1631 • southridge@medicinehatymca.ca @YMCAMH
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ARCHERY CLUB
Medicine Hat features an indoor and outdoor range for archery enthusiasts. The indoor range is located in the downtown area, while the outdoor range is located north of Redcliff on Range Road 64.
FEATURES: · Indoor range · 20 yard lanes · 30 yard lanes · Outdoor range · 60 yard targets · Shelter on site
FACILITY USES: · Archery
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480 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0H1
https://www.medicinehatarcheryclub.com/ (403) 548-0484 @MedicineHatArcheryClub
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ATHLETIC PARK
Athletic Park is Medicine Hat’s premiere baseball diamond and is located on the South Saskatchewan River. It is currently home to the Medicine Hat Mavericks of the Western Canadian Baseball League. Originally opened in 1978, the ballpark has a lot of history. It was heavily damaged in 1995 and 2013 following major flooding in the area. The stadium has a capacity of 2200 with bleacher and fixed seating options. The stadium also features two patios near third base that can be rented during games. FEATURES: · Left field - 350’
FACILITY USES: · Baseball · Weddings, events, concerts, meetings (2 – 2000), graduations
· Centre field - 380’ · Right field - 350’ · Bleacher and fixed seating capacity at 2200 · Accessible seating · 2 patio areas with seating · 4 dressing rooms with showers · 1 umpire dressing room with shower · Stadium lights for evening games · Covered dugouts · PA system and announcer booth · Ticketing booths · Concessions on site · Food Truck accessibility
1 Birch Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0E6
http://www.themavericks.ca/ (403) 580-5811 • office@themavericks.ca @mhmavericks
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BMX TRACK
Medicine Hat BMX is a non-profit organization that provides an opportunity to learn the sport of Bicycle Motocross Racing. They provide weekly training of BMX riding skills and competitive racing. Their goal is to help riders develop skills and confidence on and off the track. BMX Racing is an extreme sport that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
FEATURES: · Track measures 400 metres · 4 paved corners · 6 straights of obstacles · Designed for speed techniques · 2 meter start hill
FACILITY USES: · BMX
251 23 St NW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 6Y4
https://medhatbmx.com/ (403) 504-7372 • contact@medicinehatbmx.com @medicinehatbmx
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CLAY TARGET CENTRE
This member & non-members’ facility offers state of the art outdoor entertainment. The facility simulates multiple terrains from prairie, valley, and mountain landscapes. Safe and secure shooting challenges for all skill levels. The club has grown to nearly 400 members, 4 trap fields, and 15 sporting clays stations.
FEATURES: · 4 trap fields
FACILITY USES: · Skeet shooting
· 15 sporting clays stations · Self loading trap machines · Electronic release system on all stations · Enclosed scoring booths · Concrete sidewalk stations · Lights for night shooting · Triple Threat simulating different height levels · Multiple flight presentations · Clubhouse
6210 10 Avenue NW, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 0K0
https://medicinehatclaytarget.com/ (403) 502-5780 • mhtrapclub@gmail.com @mhclaytargetcenter
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CURLING CLUB
The Medicine Hat Curling Club is an eight sheet curling facility with a full lounge and kitchen that hosts multiple leagues, bonspiels and special events from October to April. The Medicine Hat Curling Club has hosted major events including the 2018 Alberta Scotties Tournament of Hearts.
FEATURES: · 8 curling sheets
FACILITY USES: · Curling, weddings, events, meetings, off season rentals
· Full kitchen and lounge · Ample spectator seating
880 2 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0E6
http://mhcurling.com/ (403) 526-3821 • manager@mhcurling.com
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DISC GOLF COURSES MEDICINE HAT & SURROUNDING AREA
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Medicine Hat’s newest disc golf course was built in 2020. The course offers both open area and treed areas of play with manicured fairways. This course is within one-block of Leinweber Park course that offers players a chance to play 18 holes. Features: · Course Length: · Alternative Length · Hole Length: <300ft – 5, 300-400ft – 2 Disc Golf Fairway
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For physical address visit https://www.pdga.com/course-directory https://www.facebook.com/MedHatDG
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Leinweber Park Disc Golf Course
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Established in 2017, this course offers a mix of trees and open play area. Long manicured fairways, a bit of elevation and water hazard all play into this great course. This is a nine basket course with seven holes <300ft and two holes ranging 300-400ft. Features: · Course Length: 4,000ft · Alternative Length: 3,500ft · Hole Length: <300ft – 7, 300-400ft – 2 ELKWATER DISC GOLF COURSE Target Type: DGA Just 40 minutes east of Medicine Hat in the stunning Cypress Hills Provincial Park lies the 9-basket Elkwater Disc Golf course was built in 2015. This course offers short and technical fairways, with slight elevation – birdies and ace runs are the order of the day. Features:
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For physical address visit https://www.pdga.com/course-directory https://www.facebook.com/MedHatDG
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CRESTWOOD RECREATION CENTRE
Whether you want to swim lengths, participate in Aquafit, work out in the gym or simply relax in the sauna, Crestwood Pool has it all for you. This indoor pool is operated year round.
FEATURES: · Six-lane 25-metre pool · Swing rope · One-metre diving board · Shallow end slide · Dry sauna · Racquetball court
FACILITY USES: · Swimming, diving, racquetball,
· Cardio room · Weight room · Studio room
https://www.medicinehat.ca/government/departments/parks-and-recreation/recreation-centres/ crestwood-recreation-centre (403) 529-8320 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 1701 21st Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2C3
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DRAG RACING
Southern Alberta’s only NHRA sanctioned 1/4 mile drag strip. See world class & fan favorite jet cars, local bracket classes, the Jr. Dragster program and Fun Street Nights. Camping is available onsite.
FEATURES: · 1/4 mile drag strip · Concessions on site · Bleacher seating · Large dirt parking lot
FACILITY USES: · Drag racing
Boundary Road, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 2P0
https://www.mhdra.com/ President Dave Toth - (403) 548-4568 @MHDRADragStrip
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HILL POOL
Hill Pool is one of two Z-shaped pools centrally located in the Hill area. It features a one-meter diving board, deep and shallow end slides and a park enclosed with playground structure.
FEATURES: · One metre diving board · Deep end slide · Shallow end slide · Z-shaped · Park enclosed with playground structure · 2 dressing rooms (with showers) · Bleacher seating available · No concessions on site · Minimal parking at the facility
FACILITY USES: · Swim meets, public swimming
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/swimming-and-pools.aspx#Hill-Pool (403) 527-4375 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 44 7th Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4J8
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HOCKEY HOUNDS RECREATION CENTRE
Sponsored by the Medicine Hat Hockey Hounds, the Hockey Hounds Arena is home to many different sports, including major annual tournaments. With a capacity of 250 in bleacher seating, this intimate arena is a great place to watch young athletes train to become future stars. The large social room is frequently used for meetings, parties and social events.
FEATURES: · Arena · 185’x85’ ice surface
FACILITY USES: · Hockey, lacrosse, ball hockey, in-line skating, figure skating, ringette, roller derby, weddings, events, meetings
· 4 dressing rooms with showers · 1 gender neutral without shower · 1 referee room with shower · Bleacher seating with capacity of 250 · Minimal parking as located in residential area · Social Room · Capacity of 75 · 10 x 5’ round tables and 5 x 6’ tables · A/V equipment (projector and screen) · Kitchen (stove, fridge & microwave)
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/arenas-and-skating.aspx (403) 527-4171 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 39 10th Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5Y5
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HORSESHOE PITS
The Horseshoe Club is ran by a group of volunteers and is located near South Ridge Community Park. The club provides weekly league games and events throughout their season. All members help with the organization and maintenance of the club.
FEATURES: · 8 pits · New style pits · Fully fenced · Lights for evening play
FACILITY USES: · Horseshoes
161 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R3
167-161 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R3 (403) 526-4013
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INLAND SKATEBOARD PARK
The Inland Skateboard Park is located on the north side of Kin Coulee Park and is open to all ages! Open from 7:00am until 10:45pm every evening from May to September, this park is great for skateboards, BMX bikes, scooters and so much more. Make sure you take your helmet and join the many others who enjoy this great facility throughout the summer.
FEATURES: · Covered spectator seating · Ample parking on site · Washroom on site · Lights come on from dusk until 10:45pm
FACILITY USES: · Skateboarding · Scooters · Trick bikes
https://facilities.medicinehat.ca/Home/Detail?Id=d3d97a0a-ba1c-4fb4-9bc5-7b91aee01dba (403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatSkate 175 Kipling Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Y3
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KINPLEX ARENA 1 & 2
Home to the Medicine Hat Cubs and many major annual tournaments. The Kinplex is Medicine Hat’s only twin arena, making it the perfect location for tournaments, competitions and other special events. This facility has a large social room that works great for weddings, family gatherings, birthday parties, company parties and meetings.
FEATURES: · Twin ice surfaces (185’x85’) · Kin 1 (4 dressing rooms with shared showers, bleacher seating with capacity of 1000) · Kin 2 (4 dressing rooms with shared showers, 1 accessible dressing room with, accessible shower, bleacher seating with capacity of 150)
FACILITY USES: · Hockey, lacrosse, ball hockey, in-line skating, figure skating, ringette, roller derby
· Kin Social Room (Capacity of 120, 12 x 5’ round tables and 8 x 6’ tables, A/V equipment (projector and screen) · Kitchen (stove, 2 fridges & ice machine)
2055 21st Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1A5
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/arenas-and-skating.aspx (403) 527-9570 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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KINSMEN BASEBALL COMPLEX (JEFFRIES PARK)
Located beside McCoy High School, this diamond is used to host high school baseball games and tournaments. The diamond has full amenities including covered dugouts, bleacher seating and an announcer booth on site. The McCoy baseball diamond is also located near by.
FEATURES: · Left field - 328’
FACILITY USES: · Baseball
· Centre field - 385’ · Right field - 328’ · Covered dugouts
· Bleacher seating available · Announcers booth on site · Concessions and ticket booth available · On street and angle parking
318 8th Street NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5R6
(403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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LAWN BOWLING
The Medicine Hat Lawn Bowling Club has a member base of over 60 people. The facility sees approximately 1200 people per season utilizing it for corporate or family bookings, youth groups, special needs groups, provincial tournaments, and inter-club meets. This facility is used to host major events such as the 2019 55 Plus Alberta Summer Games. FEATURES: · 2 greens (upper and lower) · Capacity for 14 games at a time · Weekly jitney nights · Competitive leagues for singles and doubles play · Clubhouse BBQ Kitchen Tables & chairs Refrigerator Microwave & oven FACILITY USES: · Lawn bowling · Bocce
47 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0G3
http://www.hatlawnbowling.com/ (403) 878-5114 • medhatlawnbowling@gmail.com
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LEN YOUNG MEMORIAL AIRFIELD
The Len Young Memorial Airfield is operated by the Medicine Hat RC’ers, a local club that is made up of model aviation enthusiasts who fly model airplanes and helicopters by radio control. This is one of the best flying fields in Western Canada! Spectators are welcomed at any of their events. To use the facility you must have a MAAC membership and sign a waiver form.
FEATURES: · 3 paved runways · 30’ wide by 400’ long
FACILITY USES: · Radio control airplanes and helicopters
· Clubhouse · Sun shelter · Electricity on site
Box Springs Road, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 2P0
http://nonprofit.memlane.com/rcers/index.html radiofisher@yahoo.com
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LORNE HOLDEN FIELD
Nestled in Kin Coulee Park, this diamond is home to many Slow Pitch games throughout the summer. This diamond is named after Lorne Holden, who started Little League in Medicine Hat in 1954. The diamond includes covered dugouts for the players and bleacher seating for spectators. Concessions and ample parking is available on site.
FEATURES: · Left field - 278’
FACILITY USES: · Slow Pitch
· Centre field - 301’ · Right field - 277’ · Covered dugouts for players · Bleacher seating and concessions · Available parking on site
104 South Kin Coulee Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB
(403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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LOVELL MCDONNELL FIELD
Located in Strathcona Island Park, this diamond hosts major level baseball. This diamond is named after a local baseball champion, Lovell McDonnell, who helped develop Medicine Hat Little League to what is is today. This diamond host several annual tournaments and major events.
FEATURES: · L eft field - 210’
FACILITY USES: · Baseball
· Centre field - 210’ · Right field - 210’ · Covered dugouts · Bleacher seating available · Some covered spectator seating · Umpire change room
https://www.medicinehat.ca/government/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-trails-playgrounds/ strathcona-island-park (403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 210 5 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB
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MALTIN FIELDS
The Maltin Fields are located within Lions Park and next to the Medicine Hat Little League building. These diamonds host minor and major level baseball. Nestled near the South Saskatchewan River and within Lions Park, the facility features many other amenities nearby.
FEATURES: · South diamond · Left field - 176’ · Centre field - 200’ · Right field - 176’ · North diamond · Left field - 215’ · Centre field - 215’ · Right field - 204’
FACILITY USES: · Baseball
· Lights for evening games · Announcers booth available · Bleacher seating
· Concessions available · Ample parking on site
Minto Avenue & 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB
(403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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MEDICINE HAT SPEEDWAY
The Medicine Hat Speedway provides fantastic entertainment for the entire family. Check out the action of Hobby Stocks, IMCA Stocks, Renegade Trucks and other feature groups on Southern Alberta’s only paved oval race track. Get close to the track to experience the sights, smells and adrenaline rush so often reserved for the competitors themselves. FEATURES: · 3/8 mile pavement oval track · Local classes — RumbleBees (V6 stock), Hobby Stocks, Elite Street Stocks, Renegade Trucks · Other regular classes are Baby Grands and Mini Cups · Full concessions on site · Separate section in stands for those consuming alcohol FACILITY USES: · Road races
· Public washrooms with running water · Handicap seating and parking available · Land leased from the City of Medicine Hat
Boundary Road, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 2P0
http://medicinehatspeedway.net (403) 458-3593 • mhararacing@gmail.com @medicine.hat.racing
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MEDICINE HAT TENNIS CLUB
The Medicine Hat Tennis Facility is a partnership between the City of Medicine Hat and the Medicine Hat Tennis Club. There are five private courts and two public courts at the facility. The Tennis Club’s clubhouse is also located on site. The Tennis Club hosts an average of six tournaments per year, in addition to leagues, lessons and social events. FEATURES: · Five club courts · Two public courts · Clubhouse · Enclosed facility · Rubberized surface · Two covered decks for viewing · Tournament level lighting on back courts FACILITY USES: · Tennis
1711 21st Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB
http://www.medicinehattennisclub.com/ (403) 527-4466 • info@medicinehattennisclub.com @MedHatTennis
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METHANEX BOWL
The Methanex Bowl is a premiere Synthetic Turf football field located on the grounds of Medicine Hat’s Family Leisure Centre. Used for a variety of sports including football, soccer and rugby, this field is constantly used throughout the season. Bleacher seating on both sides of the field allow for hundreds of spectators to take in the action.
FEATURES: · Football = 449 ft x 195 ft · Soccer = 332 ft x 213 ft · Rugby = 449 ft x 195 ft · Concessions run by City of Medicine Hat · Bleacher seating · Announcers booth · Washrooms at Family Leisure Centre
FACILITY USES: · Football, soccer, rugby, ultimate disc
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/family-leisure-centre.aspx#Sports Fields (403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 2000 Division Ave NW, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 1X9
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MOOSE BALL COMMUNITY COMPLEX
This four diamond slow pitch facility is located just off Highway 1 situated next to the World’s Largest Tepee. This facility has been used to host major events such as the 55 Plus Alberta Summer Games and Southern Alberta Summer Games. It is also used throughout the season to host leagues and annual slow pitch tournaments.
FEATURES: · 4 diamonds · Left field - 283’
FACILITY USES: · Slow Pitch
· Centre field - 283’ · Right field - 283’ · All diamonds have lights
· Covered dugouts · 3 dressing rooms · Bleacher seating at each diamond · Concessions and ticket booth available · Limited parking at the facility · Overflow parking northwest of complex
18 Gehring Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 2A5
https://www.southernalberta.com/profile.asp?bPageID=166 (403) 502-8745 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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MOOSE RECREATION CENTRE
Located in the heart of Medicine Hat, the Moose Recreation Centre has seating for over 350 spectators. It is often used to host major annual events in several different sports.
FEATURES: · Arena · 185’x85’ ice surface · 4 dressing rooms with showers · 1 referee room with shower · Bleacher seating with capacity of 350 · Minimal parking as located in residential area · Social Room · Capacity of 12
FACILITY USES: · Hockey, lacrosse, ball hockey, in-line skating, figure skating, ringette, roller derby
https://www.medicinehat.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/arenas-and-skating.aspx (403) 527-4170 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec 602 Division Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7W2
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MOTOCROSS TRACK
The Medicine Hat Motocross Park is “the Hat’s” off-road vehicle playground, located at the North end of Boundary Road between Medicine Hat & Redcliff. The Motocross Park is accessible to members and day users from 9:00 AM to 1 hour after sunset each day, as weather permits. It’s an inclusive, family-friendly, facility that welcomes riders of all skill levels.
FEATURES: · Bleachers (Finish Line & Track Interior) · Viewing Deck for a view of the entire track
FACILITY USES: · Motocross
· Port-a-potties · Picnic Tables · Offload Ramp · Main Motocross Track (table jumps,
rhythm sections, step ups & Step downs, gap jump, double, triple) · ATV/UTV track for those on 4 wheels · Enduro Track · Figure 8 field for beginners to practice turns
Boundary Road, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 2P0
https://www.mhms.ca/ info@mhms.ca @MedHatMX
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PANORAMA LANES
Panorama Lanes has sixteen 5-pin bowling lanes and twelve 10-pin bowling lanes, all with automatic scoring. They are also a licensed premise with a lounge, with several flat screen TV’s, satellite feed, and pool tables. The facility also has a Kidsworld play park and is the only place in town that minors can play pool!
FEATURES: · 16 x 5 pin bowling lanes · 12 x 10 pin bowling lanes · Automatic scoring · Lounge and concessions on site · Kids play park · Pool tables · Glow bowling
FACILITY USES: · Bowling, events, meetings
820 6A Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8G9
https://panoramalanes.com/ (403) 526-2008 • contact@medicinehatbowling.com @panoramalanes
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RIFLE & REVOLVER CLUB
The Medicine Hat Rifle and Revolver Club is a group of gun enthusiasts who enjoy shooting as a sport. The club engages in a variety of different shooting styles and disciplines including Cowboy Action, Bench Rest, Rimfire, IPSC, Black Powder, CQB, 3Gun, and more! Please contact the Executive for special interest group bookings.
FACILITY USES: · Shooting
Box Springs Road, Medicine Hat, AB T0J 2P0
http://www.mhrrc.ca/ (587) 253-8867 @mhrrc
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ROTARY TRACK AND SOCCER COMPLEX
The Rotary Track is considered one of the premier track and field facilities in the province. It is manged and taken care of by dedicated volunteers. The Rotary Track and Soccer Complex has facilitated practice sessions and has been the site of many local, Zone, Provincial and Western Canada events. The Medicine Hat Soccer Association also hosts major events at this facility.
FEATURES: · 8-lane, 400m all-weather surface track · All-weather surface run-ups for field events · Designated throwing areas · Two soccer fields, one with lights · Designated storage areas for equipment · Soccer equipment storage room · Bleachers situated at event sites · PA system, announcer & photo-timing room · Administration and Registration rooms · First Aid, Volunteer & Meeting Rooms · Athlete and Officials change rooms with showers. · Concessions · Male, female & family/accessible washrooms
FACILITY USES: · Track & field, soccer
Parks and Recreation Public Services, Recreation Facility Coordinator, Susan McDonald susmcd@medicinehat.ca Medicine Hat and District Track and Field Society, Manager Marg Derbyshire mderb@shaw.ca Medicine Hat Soccer Association executivedirector@medicinehatsoccer.com 1501 Division Avenue NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 5Y9
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SALTA GYMNASTICS CLUB
This expanded gym has a new state of the art in-ground pit along with trampolines that were relocated to the main gym solving issues of overlapping gymnastics equipment. Today, Salta Gymnastics Club boasts one of the finest gymnastics training facilities in Southern Alberta. The club has a competitive and demo team.
FEATURES: · 8000 sq ft · Preschool area
FACILITY USES: · Gymnastics
528 18 Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8A7
https://www.saltagym.com/ (403) 526-2900 • info@saltagym.com @SaltaGymnasticsClub
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SOUTH COUNTRY CO-OP PICKLEBALL COURTS
To meet rising popularity of the sport of pickleball, twenty brand new courts were built at the Big Marble Go Centre. The local pickleball club is making good use of the courts by hosting the 2022 Provincial Championships in July! The courts are open to the public and all those wishing to try the sport!
FEATURES: · 20 pickleball courts · Eight courts with lighting for evening play · Dedicated championship course · Courts are separately fenced · Windscreens
FACILITY USES: · Pickleball
200 Division Ave N, Medicine Hat, AB T1C 1X9
https://mhsspc.wixsite.com/medhatpickleball
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STRATHCONA POOL
This shallow pool, with depths ranging from two to five feet and warm water, is the outdoor pool of choice for young families.
FEATURES: · Depth 2-5 ft · 2 slides · 2 dressing rooms (with showers) · No concessions on site · Covered bleacher seating · Parking lot and on street parking · Accessible parking spaces available
FACILITY USES: · Public swimming
1150 5th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8C7
https://www.medicinehat.ca/government/departments/ parks-and-recreation/swim-with-us/strathcona-pool (403) 502-8713 • recreation@medicinehat.ca @MedHatRec
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BEVERIDGE BUILDING
The historic Beveridge Building was built in 1911. The Ballroom is capable of hosting events such as; weddings, company events, fundraisers, commercial/private parties, etc. The building also features a full service restaurant, lounge and private studios. This building provides a unique atmosphere and ambiance and is a great location to make memories.
FEATURES: · The 1911 Lounge · 100 seat capacity · Upscale Cocktail Lounge · Ballroom · 3330 sq ft · 220 seat capacity · Diverse space with tons of natural light
FACILITY USES: · Weddings, Company events, fundraiser, commercial, private parties, public service
· Customizable coloured lighting · Fully integrated sound system · Bartender(s) & Event Host · Set-up and tear down · Private Studios · Two private rooms · 12-20 seating capacity
620 2 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0C9
https://thebeveridge.ca/heritage-events (403) 504-1311 • info@heritageevents.ca @ thebeveridgeYXH
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ESPLANADE ARTS & HERITAGE CENTRE
Located in the heart of downtown, the Esplanade features a vibrant art gallery, prized museum, intimate studio theatre, dynamic education suite, expansive public archives and many volunteers and staff who are eager to tell their versions of our city’s tale. The Esplanade also features a 700-seat main stage theatre which boasts superior theatre technology, acoustic perfection and striking interior design.
FEATURES: · Outdoor and parkade parking
FACILITY USES: · Archives, arts and heritage exhibitions, experiences, events, meetings, museum, performing and visual arts, weddings
· Main Stage Theatre · 700 seat capacity · Orchestra pit · Full fly tower · 2 large dressing rooms
· Studio Theatre · Cutbanks Room · Discovery Centre · Main & Second Floor Lobby · Ewart Duggan House · Rooftop Terrace · Bartender and bars available * Capacities for room rentals can be found online
401 1 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8W2
http://esplanade.ca/ (403) 502-8580 • esplanade@medicinehat.ca @MedHatEsplanade
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MEDALTA
Medalta in the Historic Clay District provides the setting for a living, working museum, vibrant education centre, a Reception Gallery, and a 12,000 square foot contemporary ceramics studio: The Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics.
FEATURES: · Reception Gallery · 50 ft x 100 ft · 200 seat capacity · Option to use own catering & bar service
FACILITY USES: · Museum, weddings, events, meetings, education centre, ceramics studio
· Self-guided tours of the museum · Photo sessions in restricted areas
713 Medalta Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K9
https://medalta.org/ (403) 529-1070 • reception@medalta.org @Medalta
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MONARCH THEATRE
The Monarch is Western Canada’s oldest operational movie theatre. Opened in 1911, the Monarch shows new movies as well as caters to a variety of events including: corporate functions, photo shoots, birthday parties, live music and theatrical performances. They received historical designation and maintain its art deco look from its last major face-lift in the 1940’s.
FEATURES: · 402 seating capacity · Stage · 27 ft x 10 ft with 25 ft ceiling · Accessible without stairs · Dressing rooms · Green room · Private restroom · Rehearsal piano · Sound system · Digital projector and screen
FACILITY USES: · Audio Recording, Exhibition, Meeting,
Screening, Video/Film Shoot, Photo Shoot, Class, Special Event, Rehearsal, Performance
· DVD player · Microphone · MP3/Auxiliary output · CD player
609 2 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0C8
https://themonarch.net/ (403) 526-2603 • themonarchtheatre@shaw.ca @TheMonarchTheatre
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THE YARD
The Yard is nestled in the heart of downtown and is Medicine Hats only 100% outdoor family friendly seasonal patio! Offering a comfortable outdoor experience with seating for up to 150, equipped with a full service bar, small kitchen and washrooms.
FEATURES: · Open air patio · Family-friendly · 150 seating capacity · Service bar
FACILITY USES: · Events, meetings, weddings, concerts
· Small kitchen · Washrooms · Fully accessible
619 3 Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0H4
(587) 914-9273 • theyard-downtown@outlook.com @theyarddowntown
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VEINER CENTRE
The Veiner Centre is a welcoming, diverse place for people to meet and connect. The Veiner Centre was recently completely renovated, and boasts state of the art technology and amenities.
FEATURES: · Parking on site · Presentation capabilities & equipment · Boardroom · Expandable dining room · Flexible room size · Hearing assist · Entirely accessible building
FACILITY USES: · Events, meetings, funerals, conferences, trade shows, fitness classes
· Well-lit arts room · Commercial kitchen · Games room · 4 Snooker tables · 1 pool table · 6 shuffleboard tables · Dart boards
225 Woodman Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3H2
https://www.medicinehat.ca/government/departments/community-development/ senior-services/senior-centres (403) 529-8307 • veiner@medicinehat.ca @CityofMedicineHat
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CONNAUGHT GOLF CLUB
Come and experience beautifully tree-lined fairways and immaculate greens. There are numerous sets of tees to make your experience a totally enjoyable one, regardless of your golfing ability. Tee times are available seven days a week to visitors simply by calling their pro shop or by booking Online.
FEATURES: · 18 hole semi private golf course · 6943 yards
FACILITY USES: · Golf
· 125 slope rating · 72.8 USGA rating · 5 sets of tees (black, blue, white, red & hybrid) · Full service facility · Licensed pub, restaurant and outdoor patio
· Full practice facility · Public driving range · Pro shop
2802 13 Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3P9
https://www.connaughtgolf.com/ (403) 526-0737 • linda@connaughtgolf.com @connaughtgolf
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