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JULY & AUGUST 2025

SUMMER IN CANADA’S SUNNIEST CITY

Sunshine Trolley Tours p. 2-3 The Heritage Gather p. 7 Indigenous Guided Tours p. 13

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Sunshine Trolley Tours Guided City Tours

Hop on the Sunshine Trolley this summer and tour Canada’s Sunniest City, guided by a longtime Hatter. Visit important landmarks and popular city spots, while the guides share stories and history of each spot. Children 12 and under ride free and the Sunshine Trolley is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialty Tours The specialty Sunshine Trolley Tours bring guests to local food spots through the Ice Cream Crawl, Sunshine Cafe & Market Tour, Medicine Hat Breweries Tour, and Malts & Medicine Hat Mavericks.

Book your Sunshine Trolley Tour in Canada’s Sunniest City tickets.tourismmedicinehat.com

ICE CREAM CRAWL Visit local ice cream shops to try various styles and samples of handcrafted ice cream, with a surprise treat at the end to take home.

SUNSHINE CAFE & MARKET TOUR Visit four cafes in Medicine Hat, and meet the owners as they share food and drink samples featured on their menu. Each location also has a local artisan market to browse afterwards.

MEDICINE HAT BREWERIES TOUR Tour inside the brewery rooms at Medicine Hat’s three breweries for a behind-the-scenes look at how local beer is crafted. After seeing where the magic happens, enjoy a flight of beer in the taproom, while trying appetizers at each spot.

MALTS & MEDICINE HAT MAVERICKS It’s summer and hometown baseball season. Start the evening sampling beer at a local eatery, and then indulge in a dinner before heading to Athletic park to watch the Medicine Hat Mavericks play a game under the summer sun.

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July 5th, 2025 STARTS AT 12:00PM Starting location is at the

Echo Dale Boat Launch Ending location is at the Strathcona Island Boat Launch

The Silver Buckle will be extending their happy hour menu to 5pm , for the paddlers who come down after the Great Big Paddle.

Find more information on the Medicine Hat Paddle Club. paddlemedhat.ca

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Great Big Paddle Saturday, July 5, 2025 Hop on the South Saskatchewan River in Echo Dale Regional Park to join this free event in Medicine Hat, hosted by the Medicine Hat Paddle Club. Bring a raft, or rent a raft from Outdoor Xcape Rentals, and spend the day floating the water with cliffside views and sights of wildlife. “When you’re on the river, you get a view that’s totally different from land. It’s a very unique viewpoint. You see wildlife and vivid red cliffs. The face in the rocks has been there for many, many moons — and

once people know about it, they look for it everytime they float the river,” says Tara Goddu, Medicine Hat Paddle Club member.

Connect to the Medicine Hat Paddle Club website for event updates.

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The Heritage Gather July 4-6, 2025

The Heritage Gather showcases Indigenous culture and Western heritage through rodeo, artisan market, Powwow demonstrations, wagon rides, heritage workshops, beer gardens, live band, and food trucks. With exceptional contestants and spectators, the inclusive family-focused event provides an experience that inspires people to honour and celebrate Indigenous, Albertan, and Canadian heritage. “To me, the blending of Western and Indigenous cultures reflects who we have been for hundreds of years. Hosting events

like this introduces people to new traditions and sports, creating an opportunity for everyone to come together and celebrate,” says Catherine Schnell, member and volunteer of the Dunmore Equestrian Society.

Find more event details and join the celebration

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AWAY SUNDAY 2:05 PM (403) 580-5811 THEMAVERICKS.CA HOME TICKETS GAME TIME 7:05 PM

Quonset Days July 18-20, 2025 Quonset Days presents Mackenzie Porter, Jess Moskaluke, Matt Lang, Owen Reigling, and more Canadian country artists on a Southern Alberta farm, only a 20 minute drive from Medicine Hat. A full weekend of live music, food trucks, beer gardens, and classic Quonset Days food, like the “Quonset Dog”. All profits are donated towards ALS Society of Alberta. “Dust off your cowboy boots and party for a great cause, while surrounded by miles of open farmland. A true Albertan experience,” says Beth Cash, marketing coordinator for Quonset Days.

Find more event details and get ready for great

music, great food, and a great cause . quonsetdays.com

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Locally made. Thoughtfully curated. SUPPORTING ALBERTA’S SMALL-BATCH ARTISANS

7 Rivers Trading Co. is located in Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown

Trucker Hats T-Shirts Hoodies Sweatshirts Stickers

7 Rivers Trading Co. 219 6th Ave SE

Visitor Information Centre 330 Gehrnig Rd. SW

Find other Medicine Hat swag at the Visitor Information Centre.

Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede

July 23-26, 2025 STAMPEDE PARADE

THE MIDWAY Find thrilling rides, classic games, and midway food throughout the park for a full day of fun. Pre-sale wristbands are at all Co-ops and Co-op gas bars. SUMMER STAMPEDE TRADESHOW & VISUAL ARTS Browse the artisan markets at the Summer Stampede Tradeshow, and then check out the local artists who are featured at the Visual Arts exhibit. FREE STAGE ENTERTAINMENT

July 24—In Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown, set up your lawn chair to see vibrant floats during the Medicine Hat Stampede Parade, featuring local businesses, organizations, and performers. METHANEX KIDDIES DAY A full day of children’s activities, like jelly bean guess contest, colouring contest, bouncy castles, pony hops, face painting, scavenger hunt, and photo booth. NIGHT SHOWS Doc Walker, Tim & The Glory Boys, and Crash Test Dummies take the Grandstand Stage. And the Stampede Summer Jam kick’s off the week on July 21 with live music, showcasing local bands. SUMMER PRO RODEO The Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede is proud to be a part of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Tour for the rodeo season. The tour is made up of a number of high-profile rodeos in Canada.

There are various performances from noon until midnight during Medicine Hat Stampede week that are free to enjoy with daily gate admission.

Find more event details and see what’s

happening each day of Stampede week. mhstampede.com

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Haunted Medicine Hat Trolley Tour Discover the darker side of Canada’s Sunniest Ci on the Haunted Medicine Hat Trolley Tours! Step into the shadows and ride the historic olley through Medicine Hat’s most chilling loca ons. From eerie encounters at the old ain sta on to ghost stories whispered in the wind at S athcona Park, this guided tour blends history with haun ng tales that will send shivers down your spine.

TOURS JULY THROUGH TO OCTOBER 26 seats available each tour

Book your seats on Eventbrite

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Indigenous Guided Tours Sharing Stories at the Saamis Tepee July 17 and August 21

Walking History on the Saratoga Trail July 20 and August 17

Meet Brenda Mercer at the Saamis Tepee for a conversational experience where Brenda will share her story, the history of the Saamis Tepee, and the land it sits on, show guests how to smudge and pick Sage, and guide a traditional Indigenous craft.

Pat Aaker and her daughter April guide a visit to Saratoga Park, which was once a Métis community until the early 2010s. The family lived in the community for many years. The mother and daughter will share stories of their life, their neighbours, and what was once a vibrant community of friends and families.

Book your spot for Walking History and Sharing Stories

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July Event Highlights JULY JULY

Medicine Hat’s Farmers’ Market Every Saturday from 9a.m. to 1p.m. at the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. JULY 1

Homestead Outdoor Markets Every second Saturday through August. JULY 4-6

The Heritage Gather A celebration of Indigenous culture and Western heritage through rodeo, relay racing, Powwow demonstrations, workshops, all alongside beer gardens, food trucks, and wagon rides. JULY 5, 9, 19, 23

Beat the Heat This is Canada’s Largest Amateur Skateboard Competition hosted at the Kinsmen Skate Plaza. JULY 5

Great Big Paddle Float the South Saskatchewan River during this free community event.

Sunshine Ice Cream Crawl Visit local ice cream shops and sample a variety of ice cream flavours and styles.

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Sharing Stories at the Saamis Tepee Join Brenda Mercer as she shares the historic importance of the Saamis Tepee and area, teaches how to pick sage, smudge, and craft.

Malts & Medicine Hat Mavericks Hop on the Sunshine Trolley for an evening of craft beer and hometown baseball. JULY 18-20

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Walking History on the Saratoga Trail

Quonset Days A Canadian country music festival on a Southern Alberta farm where all proceeds go to ALS Society of Alberta. JULY 23-26

Join Pat and April Aaker as they guide a tour through the Métis community that was once in Saratoga Park. JULY 24-27

Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Celebrate western heritage at the Stampede Grounds with rodeos, live entertainment, a midway, and free entertainment and tradeshows.

Under the Big Top Europa Super Circus is thrilled to be bringing their re-energized and reinvigorated show to Canada for the first time! Performances by world class artists from all over the globe.

The Medicine Hat Dining Guide Dine Medicine Hat, from restaurants to bakeries, taprooms, and cafés. A lunch that hits the spot, a dinner that calls for dessert, or a breakfast that starts the day just right, find your next meal in Medicine Hat.

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August Event Highlights AUGUST AUGUST

Medicine Hat’s Farmers’ Market Every Saturday from 9a.m. to 1p.m. at the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. AUGUST 5, 6, 12, 21

Homestead Outdoor Markets Every second Saturday through August.

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Rooftop Silent Disco Slip into your loudest florals and join Esplanade under the stars for a brand-new silent disco staycation with bold beats and retro vibes. AUGUST 15

10 for 10 Patio Concerts Drink a little wine. Have a little supper. Hear some great music! Hosted Liquid Concert & Event Venue. AUGUST 9 & 23

Medicine Hat Speedway Welcome to Medicine Hat Speedway, the only paved oval track in Central and Southern Alberta where thunderous engines, grassroots spirit, and community pride collide every summer!

Medicine Hat Breweries Tour Visit three breweries in Medicine Hat. Tour the brewery rooms, sip slights of beer, and snack on appetizers.

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Sharing Stories at the Saamis Tepee Join Brenda Mercer as she shares the historic importance of the Saamis Tepee and area, teaches how to pick sage, smudge, and craft. AUGUST 6, 13, 23

Walking History on the Saratoga Trail

Join Pat and April Aaker as they guide a tour through the Métis community that was once in Saratoga Park.

AUGUST 23

Battle Creek Showdown A decade-long mountain bike festival hosted in Elkwater, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park.

Sunshine Ice Cream Crawl Visit local ice cream shops and sample a variety of ice cream flavours and styles. Events Calendar

AUGUST 22-24

Find more events or add your event to the Tourism Medicine Hat Events Calendar

The Heart of the Horse Heart of the Horse is a 3 Day World Class Equine Expo.

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Experience Medicine Hat Guide Plan your summer in Medicine Hat in full detail using the Experience Medicine Hat Guide. Featuring outdoor adventures, arts & cultural events, farm to fork eateries, and day trip destinations, start your Medicine Hat Summer bucket list here. Love where you live, live where you visit.

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As a family-owned local business, it has become a cherished tradition for generations. 2 - 4th Street SW

Known for its iconic Cookie Dough Arctic Swirl and over 30 soft ice cream flavors, Swirls combines nostalgia with a modern twist.

Swirls Ice Cream, a Medicine Hat landmark for over 40 years, o ers high-quality ice cream, hand-crafted wae cones, and novelties as well as classic treats like banana splits, milkshakes, sundaes, and more.

Battle Creek Showdown August 23, 2025 Battle Creek Showdown is a decade-long

mountain bike festival hosted in the lodgepole pine and aspen forest in Elkwater, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park. Only 45 minutes from Medicine Hat, over 200 riders race the highest elevations between the Rocky Mountains and Labrador. After the race, the evening brings local food and live music.

Find more event details for this bike festival in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park.

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Visit Medalta.org to learn about our guided tours, clay workshops, archeological digs, kids summer camps, and more!

Be part of the story! Be part of the story!

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Managed by The society of Grasslands Naturalists 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! 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 Nature Centre Open All Year Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Rustic Kitchen and Bar in Medicine Hat is a local

restaurant supporting regional cuisine and community artisans. All of our delicious food is made in-house using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. 925 7th Street, SW Medicine Hat, Alberta 403.525.9938 Hours: 5pm-9pm Tuesday - Saturday Closed Sundays, Mondays & all Stat holidays

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Outdoor Xcape invites you to share sunlit moments as a couple, reconnect with friends on the water, or find solitude and renewal as a solo traveler. We're here to help you seek adventure, connection, and an escape in the natural beauty of Medicine Hat.

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Highway 3 Ale Trail Take the ultimate road trip to eight craft beer stops from Medicine Hat to the South Canadian Rockies. The extensive available farmland throughout Southern Alberta brings quality hops for microbreweries in the region, adding a piece of homeland into each brew. Adventuring the open roads through southern Alberta, start this tour surrounded by beautiful coulees and bluffs, with a welcoming blue sky and sunshine. Canada’s Sunniest City,

Medicine Hat, offers three unique breweries — all with dog-friendly patios. They each tell a different story of the city’s history with their brewery names and locations, while serving a wide array of tasty beer. Onwards toward the South Canadian Rockies, you’ll visit five more breweries along the way and sip a variety of refreshing home-made brews. Savour the flavour of authentic Alberta made beer, one brewery at a time.

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