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JULY & AUGUST 2024

SUMMER IN CANADA’S SUNNIEST CITY

Echo Dale Regional Park Page 19 July & August Event Highlights Pages 14-17 Two Waterways in Medicine Hat Pages 13

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Sunshine

Trolleys

Hop onto Medicine Hat’s Sunshine Trolleys to see the most prominent landmarks in Canada’s Sunniest City. Briefly adventure the areas and soak in Medicine Hat’s history and culture. On certain Trolley Tours, guides who are local to Medicine Hat share stories and interesting insights about each stop. In the absence of a guide, bring your headphones, scan a Trolley Stories QR code, and listen to the history behind each must-see destination told by the locals. Purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged to ensure your seat is reserved for the scheduled Sunshine Trolley tour. Visit Tixx.ca for tickets and to find out which tours are guided.

The newest Sunshine Trolley is accessible and can assist those with wheelchairs, walkers, and any other mobility needs for getting in and out of the Sunshine Trolley. There is an option to note this when reserving seats on Tixx.ca. Pick-up for the Sunshine Trolleys is at the Visitor Information Centre, 330 Gehring Rd. SW. » For updates and information, follow @sunshine.trolleys on Facebook and Instagram. » Purchase tickets at Tixx.ca. » For private bookings, inquire via email at vic@tourismmedicinehat.com.

CONTENTS JULY & AUGUST EDITION

Two Waterways in Medicine Hat

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Downtown Events

July and August Event Highlights

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PAGES 14-17

Shop Downtown

Echo Dale Regional Park

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Self-Guided Downtown Tours

Beat the Heat

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The 2024 Experience Medicine Hat Summers Guide is produced and printed for free distribution in Canada by Tourism Medicine Hat. Tourism Medicine Hat is managed by the Medicine Hat Destination Marketing Organization under contract through the City of Medicine Hat. Partners of Tourism Medicine Hat provide information for this guide and every effort is made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of printing. Tourism Medicine Hat assumes no responsibility for any unpredictable errors, changes and/or omissions. Printed in Canada FOR FREE DISTRIBUTION

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Live Music Downtown In the historic hub with local eateries, an ultimate live music trail is found in downtown Medicine

Moose & Squirrel Bistro The beautifully crafted stage with favourable acoustics invites local and traveling artists to perform outdoors, and allows for ‘jam nights’ to introduce other creatives to one another. “There’s definitely an appetite for live music from locals, and visitors love it because they get to see something new and different from where they live,” says Carrie Dhensaw, co-owner of Moose & Squirrel Bistro. The Yard Patio & Eatery With an elevated food menu and a hot spot for live music, The Yard Patio & Eatery stays as local as possible with everything they do. “It’s the weather, the people, and the special moments that keep bringing people downtown to have a full night out,” says Joshua Hopkins, managing partner at The Yard Patio & Eatery. Downtown Medicine Hat is becoming an entertainment district to hop around. And with the new Tipsy Trolley, people can now pedal to the next spot.

Hat — starting at one of these four spots who host live music almost every weekend in the summer. Casa Amigos Cantina Local to traveling bands of all genres will take the Cantina stage in the summer, including three from Puerto Vallarta. Drink specials and the dancefloor await those who search for live entertainment. “We love how hosting live music invites people downtown to have dinner and stay longer to enjoy the live music,” says Shauna Mamona, co-owner at Casa Amigos Cantina. LOCAL Public Eatery LOCAL Public Eatery throws summer events with live music as the main entertainment. And many people still talk about their events as more summer seasons pass. “The patio is where the core memories are made in the summer, and live music plays such a big part in that,” Jessica Vossler, night manager at LOCAL Public Eatery.

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Downtown Events Downtown Chili Cook-Off July 13 Taste delicious, homemade chili throughout the downtown, alongside many more Historic First Street Walking Tours Saturdays at 2p.m.

Step back into the past as you’re guided through the tree lined boulevard by Sally (McGee) Sehn, who grew up on First Street. Downtown Indy Coffee Tour July 10 & August 7, 14 A progressive coffee crawl into Medicine Hat’s caffeine culture. Visit with independent coffee shop owners, and discover the unique flavour and vibe of each place. Downtown Bakery Tour July 19 & August 24 Tour to seven bakeries in downtown Medicine Hat, sampling sweet and savoury treats from each spot and visiting with the owners.

family-friendly activities from face painting, to bouncy castles, an eating contest, and a ceremony to announce the winners. Stampede Parade July 25 An early morning celebration of Medicine Hat and Western culture, filling the streets with vibrant floats, shiny vehicles, and talented performances. Block Party at Towne Square Every Saturday in July & August Discover the heart of our community at Towne Square’s Block Party this summer from 12-4p.m. It’s where neighbours become friends, and the community comes alive.

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SE and SW TOURS His ic Firs S ee SUMMER WALKING TOURS

Until Sep 28 Saturdays 10AM esplanade.ca

Towne Square Discover the heart of our community at Towne Square's Block Party every Saturday from 12pm – 4pm. It's where neighbours become friends, and the community comes alive. Join us to celebrate our town in your Towne Square.

Each week will be a new theme for the Block Party. Always family-friendly with alternating activities and games, local organizations, businesses, and unique individuals.

MEDICINE HAT

Stories

Medicine Hat Stories celebrates our past and present, as well as the spirit of community connection. This isn’t a tour of facts and dates; it is a storytelling experience that we invite you to be a part of. Filled with living memory, it captures a sense of place and invites you in to not only stop and listen, watch, or read, but also to share and engage in the story. Enjoy sound clips of our residents reminiscing together on the way things

were, delivered with such a charming touch of nostalgia, you won’t look at Medicine Hat quite the same way again! Like any good story we intend for it to evolve and reshape over time, carrying with it the fingerprints of its storytellers – our community.

Find the Medicine Hat Stories by scanning the code

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July 6th, 2024 12:00pm

Starting location is at the Echo Dale Boat Launch Ending location is at Strathcona Island Boat Launch For more information, see us online

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Two Waterways

in Medicne Hat

The two waterways are a surreal experience, leading you through comforting coulees and lush nature where peaceful wildlife is often spotted. A choice between a wild and adventurous paddle on Seven Persons Creek, or a relaxing float on the South Saskatchewan River. Docking off in Strathcona Island Park, restaurants, cafes, bakeries, breweries, and local shops are near in the heart of the city. Spend half the day on the water, and the other half on land.

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July EVENT

HIGHLIGHTS

JULY 6

JULY

Great Big Paddle Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs, Floating Islands, Home made Rafts...if it floats, bring it on down for the paddle!

Sunshine Trolleys Buy tickets on tixx.ca . With your pass, you’ll ride around the city and see a few of the many historic and cultural landmarks. Children 12-and-under ride for free. JULY 6 & 27

JULY 10

Historic Walking Tour Railroad District. Explore the roots of our community through the dreams, triumphs and tribulations of the people of this vibrant and culturally diverse neighbourhood.

Saamis 40th Anniversary Celebration Performers, activities, displays and tours! 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Scan the QR Code to find more events or to add your event.

For ticketed events, purchase tickets at Tixx.ca

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JULY 13

JULY 13 & 20

Downtown Chili Cook-Off Join us at this year’s Downtown Chili Cook-Off. Bowl sales from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, or until chili runs out.

Historic Walking Tour First Street SE. Walk the tree-lined boulevard of First Street SE, once known as the Esplanade, and discover the stories of Medicine Hat’s earliest settlers.

JULY 18

JULY 19

Medicine Hat ’ s Great Big Pedal ’ Great Big Pedal This event is free and accessible for all types of bicycles, from e-bikes, to road, recumbent, tandem, and mountain.

Quonset Days The greatest outdoor party on dirt! George Canyon, Brett Kissel, and other musicians are set to take stage at Quonset Days.

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JULY 24 - 27

Sunshine Café & Market Tour A morning tour on the Sunshine Trolley that brings you to four cafes in Medicine Hat. Sample handcrafted beverages and homemade sweet and savoury treats.

Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede A celebration of western culture and heritage with exciting rodeos, amusement park, and a range of entertainment.

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August EVENT

HIGHLIGHTS

AUGUST

AUGUST 3 & 10

Sunshine Trolleys Buy tickets on tixx.ca . With your pass, you’ll ride around the city and see a few of the many historic and cultural landmarks. Children 12-and-under ride for free.

Historic Walking Tour First Street SE. Walk the tree-lined boulevard of First Street SE, once known as the Esplanade, and discover the stories of Medicine Hat’s earliest settlers.

AUGUST 7 & 14

AUGUST 9-11

Indy Coffee Tour A progressive coffee crawl into Medicine Hat’s caffeine culture and discover the unique flavour and vibe that makes each coffee shop worth a return trip.

Western Canada Rib Fest The Western Canada Rib Fest Tour is back! Will be hosted at Copper Coulee Casino (attached to the Medicine Hat Lodge).

Scan the QR Code to find more events or to add your event.

For ticketed events, purchase tickets at Tixx.ca

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Historic Walking Tour Railroad District. Explore the roots of our community through the dreams, triumphs and tribulations of the people of this vibrant and culturally diverse neighbourhood.

Sunshine Café & Market Tour A morning tour on the Sunshine Trolley that brings you to four cafes in Medicine Hat. Sample handcrafted beverages and homemade sweet and savoury treats.

AUGUST 21

AUGUST 24

2024 Canadian Sheepdog Championship

Downtown Bakery Tour In Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown, immerse yourself in a story-telling experience that features six of Medicine Hat’s Downtown Bakeries.

This exciting event will showcase the incredible skills and talents of some of the best sheep dogs in the country.

AUGUST 31

AUGUST 24

PorchFest Porchfest is a free-to-attend festival inviting local artists and musicians to perform on the historic Southeast Hill with its beautiful boulevards and front porches.

Battle Creek Showdown The Battle Creek Showdown is back! Registration is open. Live DJ, prizes, bacon station, post-race meal.

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Medicine Hat ’ s Great Big Pedal ’

July 18, 2024

Starting at the Kin Coulee Bandshell Check in @ 6:00p.m. Ride @ 6:30p.m.

ROUTES Short | Medium | Long

Cyclists of All Ages & Abilities Welcome!

Echo Dale

Regional Park

Swim the lake, visit the historic farm, camp beside the coulees, mountain bike the trails, or dock off to float the South Saskatchewan River at Medicine Hat’s largest park, Echo Dale Regional Park. With a full list of things to do in one outdoor area, and all free of cost, spend unlimited time underneath the Medicine Hat sunshine.

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Adventuring the open roads through southern Alberta, start this tour in Medicine Hat which offers three unique breweries — all with dog-friendly patios. Onwards toward the Crowsnest Pass, you'll visit Lethbridge and Fort Macleod before stops in Lundbreck and Blairmore in the Crowsnest Pass. That's five more breweries along the way (and 8 total, if you're counting) where you will sip a variety of refreshing home-made brews. From IPA’s, Blondes, Lagers and Stout, to Scotch, Citrus and Pale Ales, and food menus that elevate each drink, you'll savour authentic Southern Alberta-made beer, one brewery at a time.

Eight craft beer stops from Medicine Hat to the Crowsnest Pass .

Hell’s Basement Brewery | Medicine Hat Medicine Hat Brewing Company | Medicine Hat

Theoretically Brewing Company | Lethbridge Stronghold Brewing Company | Fort Macleod Oldman River Brewing Ltd. | Lundbreck The Pass Beer Company | Blairmore

Travois Ale Works | Medicine Hat Spectrum Ale Works | Lethbridge

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A PRAIRIE FOREST IN THE CITY POLICE POINT PARK Home of the MH Interpretive Program

Managed by The society of Grasslands Naturalists

Fun and informative interpretive programs Kilometres of walking & cycling trails Changing displays at the Nature Centre Enjoy Year-Round Activities!

Nature Centre Open All Year Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Our Story We love ice cream, smiles, and memorable experiences.

We know you do too, and that's why we work hard to provide the legacy items our loyal customers have enjoyed for decades, while o ering new one of kind creations each season. We use only the highest quality, real ice cream, with toppings and ingredients combined the way only Swirls can! Our soft ice cream is made with real cream , and our wae cones and bowls are homemade in store . Our menu is as creative and unique as you. Come and experience our famous Arctic Swirl, with any combination of toppings, our over 30 flavours of signature soft ice cream, or anyone of our parfaits made anyway you like. We also o er dairy-free, gluten free and vegan options to fit dietary needs and preferences. We strive to keep our service top notch, providing a nostalgic experience with a modern twist where memories are made for generations. We see friends who visited us in their youth, now bringing their grandkids to start their own Swirls tradition! We've maintained our originality over 35 years in Medicine Hat welcoming smiles from the authentic Swirls serving windows in our Medicine Hat Store while expanding into the community with our mobile truck, trailer and Kiosk. We are a family-owned and operated local business dedicated to quality and recognized as a Medicine Hat landmark and iconic must stop. Swirls - a Medicine Hat Original Mmm… Taste Happiness

Free Parking

Local business’ doors are open while streets are closed to construction. Here are three locations with free parking to enjoy the sunshine and wander the heart of the city.

Free street parking time limits can be viewed on this map.

Towne Square has 10 free spots while construction is underway. Transit parkade has free parking available only on the 3rd floor.

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Shop Downtown

Local owners feature Medicine Hat made products. Listed below are stores where you can bring home a little piece of Medicine Hat. Elliot Home + Lifestyle Accessories and decor made in Medicine Hat are sprinkled throughout this creative space, alongside other quality goods, gifts, and clothing. 7 Rivers Trading Co. Everything in this store is made in Alberta, and throughout are products made in Medicine Hat, too. Top Notch Custom Kreations A small shop that is exclusive to Medicine Hat creators, whether you’re looking for home decor, accessories, or a souvenir.

By the C A place with sophisticated and quality blazers that are designed by the owner herself, and all embroidery is done in Medicine Hat. The Hat’s Olive Tap While stocking up on quality oil and balsamic, or waiting for your lunch to be prepared, sneak a peek of the exclusive pottery by Mud to a Rock. River Bee Books ‘River Bee Books’ branded clay mugs are featured in this independent bookstore, made by local potter Dawn Olsen. Botanicals Botanicals has partnered with Medicine Hat candle maker, Lunahrin Candles, to curate soft scents that are exclusive to Botanicals. Yoke X Hem Yoke X Hem showcases Grup on their shelves, a local clothing brand that sews old Levi’s and gives the items new life.

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Check out the newly-installed cabins for a comfy, indoor experience!

Gas City Campground Perched high above the South Saskatchewan River, just minutes by foot from one of the best views of Medicine Hat’s river valley, is Gas City Campground. It is also the starting point for a path that tracks the bench above the South Saskatchewan River to Echo Dale Regional Park, an approximately two-hour bike ride for any family looking to spend a day together.

Located inside city limits, Gas City Campground offers campers access to conveniences that will give you some of the comforts of home.

For more information and to book your campsite

campground@medicinehat.ca 403-529-8158

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Downtown Tours SELF-GUIDED There are stories beyond the buildings in Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown. Become immersed in the heart of the city, from coffee and baked treats, to modern art and historic buildings, with the self-guided downtown tours.

Indy Coffee Tour Each with its own personality, the downtown coffee shops offer exceptional and creative coffee beverages. With a handful being located in historic sites, fully experience Medicine Hat’s history with each cup. Downtown Bakery Tour The tastiest of our tours will bring you to each bakery in the downtown area. All sweet and savoury treats are made in-house, along the historic streets. Murals Tour Since 2018, local, national and international artists have been invited to paint over vandalized brick walls. Learn about the artists, the art, and tour the many inspiring downtown murals.

James Marshall Murals Tour Brick by brick, local artist James Marshall pieced together over 300 murals across Canada. Tour to six of them and see up close the work of one of the most prominent artists in the city’s history. Historic Buildings Tour Many downtown buildings in Medicine hat have been sitting since the early 1900s, and some are still home to many local businesses and organizations.

Scan the QR Code for the Self-Guided Tours tourismmedicinehat.com/ self-guided-tours

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Handcrafted coffee, tea and delicious baking. We look forward to seeing you!

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Beat the Heat is one of Canada’s largest amateur skateboard competitions - and proud to achieve a $5,000 cash prize parity for men and women in 2024. The women’s competition prize payout is sponsored and made possible through the generous support of Tourism Medicine Hat and the Medicine Hat Accommodation Association. “Our team has shown a commitment over the last year to focus on issues relevant to women. We partnered with the local food bank, The Root Cellar, for an “End Period Poverty” campaign. This effort created awareness of needs, and raised around $7,000 in feminine hygiene products for the community,” says Medicine Hat Skateboard Association Treasurer Michaela Burgess. “On our recent 2024 Rolling For Hope humanitarian trip to $5,000 more — prize parity for womens and mens competitors.

Ensenada, Mexico, we worked with a local organization that is saving young women from sex trafficking. We wanted to take that next step with our annual Beat the Heat competition and move to cash prize parity, offering $5,000 for the men’s open competition and $5,000 for the women’s competition.” “The Medicine Hat Accommodation Association is proud to sponsor the prize money for the women’s skateboarding competition this July. We are excited to see women from across North America come to compete and receive equal recognition for their talent. We appreciate Medicine Hat Skateboarding Association’s efforts to enhance equality for women and are thrilled to be a part of this new initiative,” says Elisha Ammann, Executive Director of Medicine Hat Accommodation Association.

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