Sit back and enjoy the Galt's very own, the talented Chris Roedler playing and singing classic, personal favorites and timeless Christmas holiday tunes.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Join Archives Assistant, Bobbie Fox, Akaiksims’staki (Many Thoughts Woman) on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Galt's Archives. Discover the southern Alberta stories contained in the photographs, family records, diaries, letters, maps, and so much more that are part of Galt’s Archival collection.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of University Of Lethbridge
Lecturer Dr. Robin Gibb, Professor in Neuroscience at the University of Lethbridge, highlights play's pivotal role in fostering healthy brain connections, relationships, and executive function skills across all ages. Her research explores how prenatal and preconception experiences shape brain development and strategies to enhance early literacy, executive function, self-regulation, and motor skills in preschoolers for improved kindergarten readiness. Dr. Gibb has authored 70+ peer-reviewed articles, 13 book chapters, and edited two books on brain development and language acquisition in children, emphasizing play as a cornerstone for building resilience and cognitive abilities from infancy through adulthood.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Building Brains Together (BBT) builds adult capabilities to improve brain development and executive functions across the lifespan through play supported by research and education. Learn more at: https://www.buildingbrains.ca/.
children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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The Galt Presents: Shane Dorchak, a resident of Lethbridge, and a descendant of coal miners, farmers, and carpenters. He is proud of Lethbridge and its people, and greatly interested in its history as well as its future.
Join Shane Dorchak, local historian to explore the interesting history of coal mining.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Woods Homes Youth Art Program 2025: Free drop-in art sessions for young people!
What’s provided: Supplies, snacks, and wellness activities
Drop-in dates include: January 28th, February 11th & 25th, March 11th & 25th, 3:30pm-5pm
Youth | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of Kyla Black Gathering Dust Photography
Join us for a Niitsitapi Landscapes program. Hands-On History is an interactive program for children of all ages with their caregivers on the first Saturday of the month.
children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of Kyla Black Gathering Dust Photography
Creative Community provides arts activities with a connection to local history and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility on the second Tuesday of the month.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Virtual instruction on Blackfoot Language with Julius Delaney, using the new Blackfoot Language Book and Flashcards! The class is one hour long, with 30 minutes at the end for questions.
all ages | registration required | no cost to attend | free to members and self-identified indigenous persons
Woods Homes Youth Art Program 2025: Free drop-in art sessions for young people!
What’s provided: Supplies, snacks, and wellness activities
Drop-in dates include: January 28th, February 11th & 25th, March 11th & 25th, 3:30pm-5pm
Youth | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Virtual instruction on Blackfoot Language with Julius Delaney, using the new Blackfoot Language Book and Flashcards! The class is one hour long, with 30 minutes at the end for questions.
all ages | registration required | no cost to attend | free to members and self-identified indigenous persons
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Join experienced quizmasters Siobhan Rasmussen and Erynn Gordon for an afternoon of exciting trivia for kids, and fun for the whole family! Trivia for ages 10-17 years old. Bring your team of up to 8 people and test your brainpower on various categories such as local history, pop culture, music, science, and more. You do not have to have an entire team to play, register as a team or as just the amount of players attending.
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Virtual instruction on Blackfoot Language with Julius Delaney, using the new Blackfoot Language Book and Flashcards! The class is one hour long, with 30 minutes at the end for questions.
all ages | registration required | no cost to attend | free to members and self-identified indigenous persons
Image courtesy of Galt Archives
Join us in the Archives for a workshop on genealogy scanning. Learn how to digitize and preserve your family’s images and important papers.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Participate in-person for a Blackfoot Language instruction session. Supper served at 6:30 pm. Spend the hour together practicing and conversing in Blackfoot.
all ages | registration required | no cost to attend | free to members and self-identified indigenous persons
Woods Homes Youth Art Program 2025: Free drop-in art sessions for young people!
What’s provided: Supplies, snacks, and wellness activities
Drop-in dates include: January 28th, February 11th & 25th, March 11th & 25th, 3:30pm-5pm
Youth | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Woods Homes Youth Art Program 2025: Free drop-in art sessions for young people!
What’s provided: Supplies, snacks, and wellness activities
Drop-in dates include: January 28th, February 11th & 25th, March 11th & 25th, 3:30pm-5pm
Youth | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of Markus Spiske on Unsplash
Bring your toddler and small children to an interactive morning at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun-filled morning with toys, activities, book reading, and a private toddler time to explore the exhibition on Play.
toddlers and their caregivers | registration required | museum admission rates apply | free to members with registration
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Experience eras past with the Nostalgic Noel: A Victorian Affair at Fort Whoop-Up, where history comes alive. Create heartwarming memories and enjoy festive delights with activities like apple pie making, maple syrup on snow 'tire sur la neige', tree bough wreath crafting, and dried flower Christmas card making, Blacksmith forging, all day hot chocolate and cider by the fire. For an additional $5, experience the wonder of a horse-drawn carriage ride through a picturesque winter landscape. NO sleigh rides on Saturday
all ages | children to attend with caregivers | tickets available at the door | $5 per person (Ages 5 and under free) | Additional $5 horse rides, first come first serve
Experience eras past with the Nostalgic Noel: A Victorian Affair at Fort Whoop-Up, where history comes alive. Create heartwarming memories and enjoy festive delights with activities like apple pie making, maple syrup on snow 'tire sur la neige', tree bough wreath crafting, and dried flower Christmas card making, Blacksmith forging, all day hot chocolate and cider by the fire.
all ages | children to attend with caregivers | tickets available at the door | $5 per person (Ages 5 and under free)
NO sleigh rides on Saturday
Experience eras past with the Nostalgic Noel: A Victorian Affair at Fort Whoop-Up, where history comes alive. Create heartwarming memories and enjoy festive delights with activities like apple pie making, maple syrup on snow 'tire sur la neige', tree bough wreath crafting, and dried flower Christmas card making, Blacksmith forging, all day hot chocolate and cider by the fire. For an additional $5, experience the wonder of a horse-drawn carriage ride through a picturesque winter landscape. NO sleigh rides on Saturday.
all ages | children to attend with caregivers | tickets available at the door | $5 per person (Ages 5 and under free) | Additional $5 horse rides first come first serve
Image courtesy of Kyla Black Gathering Dust photography
Join us for an activity based on the Niitsitapi Landscapes 3 Exhibition with Creative Community. This program provides art activities with a connection to local history and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Participate in a Niitsitapi Landscapes activity! Hands-On History is an interactive program for children of all ages with their caregivers on the first Saturday of the month.
children to attend with their caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of Markus Spiske on Unsplash
Bring your toddler and small children to an interactive morning at the Galt Museum. A fun-filled morning with toys, activities, book reading, and a private toddler time to explore the exhibition on Play.
toddlers and their caregivers | registration required | museum admission applies | free to members with registration
Join local Author Ken Hamilton as he shares his journey to create a series of books chronicling southern Alberta's Basketball History.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Sample tasty treats, enjoy seasonal beverages, and entertainment. Our relaxed, after-hours shopping experience and newly stocked products allow you to think outside the Christmas box! This event is open to the public. All visitors get a 10% discount, but Annual Pass holders get 20% off on our store products. Can’t make it in the evening? The discounts apply from 10 am to 8:30 pm that day. Door prizes available.
Join us for Diwali at the Galt November 17 1:00pm-5:00pm. Highlights: Rangoli Art Activity, Bollywood Performances, Interactive Dance Lesson, Delicious Samosas, Chutneys, Laddoo, and Chai (while supplies last!), Stunning Cultural Displays & Festive Decor.
In partnership with the India Canada Cultural Association, this family-friendly event is open to all ages. No registration required, free to attend.
Bring your loved ones and immerse yourself in the joy and warmth of Diwali!
all ages | children to attend with caregivers | registration not required | free to attend
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Visit the Chickadee artisan market featuring some of the best talent from Calgary and Lethbridge, at the Galt Viewing Gallery. Shop handmade pottery, jewelry, textiles, home goods, art, and vintage products.
all ages | no cost to attend
Take part in a Métis Week Celebration activity at the Galt. Métis Week celebrates the heritage, history, and contributions of Métis people in Alberta and Canada. Events are organized across the province to commemorate the occasion.
all ages | children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | no cost to attend |
Enjoy a lecture on the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force with Dr. Stéphane Guevremont who is a former aircraft mechanic. He holds a B.A. in History (McGill University), a M.A. in War Studies (Royal Military College of Canada) and a Ph.D. in the Canadian aircraft industry (University of Calgary). He teaches history, and speaks on CBC French Radio One Alberta.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Esports Day at the Museum hosted by Bridge Esports.
Join us for an exciting day dedicated to the world of Esports! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious about the Esports phenomenon, we have something for everyone.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Introduction to the World of Esports: Discover the history, growth, and impact of Esports in this informative session.
Watch the Show: Enjoy highlights from popular Esports tournaments and matches.
Play Vintage Games: Get hands-on with some classic video games from past decades.
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Super Smash Bros Tournament Tournament Play: Register to compete in our Super Smash Bros tournament. Test your skills and aim for the top spot.
Spectators Welcome: Even if you're not playing, come hang out, watch the tournament live, enjoy snacks, and cheer on the contestants.
all ages welcome | registration is required for tournament play | museum admission applies | free for members
Get creative and make paper planes with Creative Community. This program provides art activities with a connection to local history and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild member Snake Rocket (aka Lemmy Davis) Rolls Past Moose (aka Morgan Hardie), March 2024
Photo courtesy Kris Godfrey
This event will celebrate the opening of two new temporary exhibitions (Game Play, on from October 19, 2024—March 2, 2025; and Building a Legacy: The Sportsplex at 50, on from October 26, 2024—April 6, 2025). Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the people and organizations profiled in the exhibition, while also taking part in a variety of fun drop-in activities and scheduled challenges/demonstrations.
Regular Admission Applies | Free for members
Launch Party Activities:
12:00 pm-Opening Remarks: Brief introduction to the exhibitions by Galt CEO and Curator, dignitaries
12:30pm – Chess Challenge: Do you have the moves? Marty Heavy Head Jr. will take on a ***special guest challenger TBD*** to a game of chess, using Marjie Crop Eared Wolf’s special Nitsitapii Chess Set. This chess set, conceived in 2017, was inspired by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's calls to action. Crop Eared Wolf has made several copies of this chess set to initiate discussions between Nitsitapii and settler people. Community members will also be able to take part in the challenge after the featured guest.
1:30pm – Roller Derby Demo: Members of the Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild will strut their stuff, showing off some of the key gear involved in playing this exciting sport, and allow visitors to better understand the basics of how roller derby is played.
2:00-2:30 pm – Rollerskating/inline rail demo: Brief introduction about the park skating community. Skaters will demo various tricks on the rails.
2:30pm – Blackfoot Games with Mary Ellen Little Mustache: Join in the fun with a variety of different games, with space for everyone to get involved! Stories, songs, games, and tea.
Sportsplex History: flip through the original construction drawings from Lethbridge’s sports arena built 50 years ago, and chat with VisitLethbridge.com Arena staff about some of the building’s “hidden histories” and upcoming events!
Lethbridge Dopamine Boxing: Strap on some gloves and release some energy beating up “Bob” the punching dummy. Learn more about this local group supporting people living with Parkinson’s disease.
Paper Planes: how far you can make yours fly?
Big Time Games: try out mega-sized Jenga, and other large format games!
Transylvanians rejoice! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is back at the Galt in collaboration with Theatre Outré! Released on September 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show [100 min] is a comedy cult classic. The story tells the tale of newly engaged couple Brad Majors [Barry Bostwick] and Janet Weiss [Susan Sarandon] who find themselves lost with a flat tire on a cold and rainy November evening. Seeking a phone at a nearby castle, Brad and Janet discover a group of strange and outlandish people and are soon swept into the world of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Hysterical, indispensable, and disturbing – the film has a great soundtrack and unforgettable audience participation. Doors open at 8:00 PM on October 31, screening starting at 9:00 PM.
18+ adults and seniors | registration required | $30 per ticket includes all props handed out at event | Maximum 85 tickets sold | Prizes for best dressed | Bar and popcorn available
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Bring your toddlers and small children to an interactive morning of playtime at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun morning filled with toys, activities, book reading, and a private time to explore the exhibition on Play.
toddlers and their caregivers | registration required | museum admission applies | free to members with registration
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Embark on a harrowing guided tour immersing you in the chaos and fear of Fort Whoop-Up's most terrifying untold story! Limited tickets available.
18+ only | $30 ticket | 15 tickets per tour | only 3 tours available
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Join us for a kid-friendly Halloween event, featuring a puppet show, candy bags, Halloween pumpkins to carve and decorate, kids' craft activities, apple cider, and hot chocolate. Enjoy s'mores and hot dogs by the fire, and don't miss the Haunted Hayride with the Headless Horseman for an extra $5 first come first served.
all ages | no registration required | $5 per person | additional $5 per person horse rides
Participate in a lecture on "The Role of Rough-and-Tumble Play in the Development of Social Skills" with Sergio M. Pellis, Ph.D. Professor Department of Neuroscience.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Challenge Marty Heavy Head Jr. to an afternoon game of chess. This is an opportunity to test your chess skills through playing with one of the very best chess players in Lethbridge.
all ages | no cost to attend | first come first serve registration will be set up in the Viewing Gallery | coffee and light snacks provided
Join experienced quizmasters Siobhan Rasmussen and Erynn Gordon for an evening of exciting trivia! Bring your team of up to 8 people and test your brainpower on various categories such as local history, pop culture, music, science, and more. You do not have to have an entire team to play, register as a team or individually!
adults and seniors | admission fee applies | free to members | registration required
Creative Community provides art activities with a connection to local history and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Chess Fest is a family friendly celebration of local chess programs that includes a youth chess tournament, a simultaneous chess demonstration, as well as other family friendly events. A small lunch will be available for purchase, come join us for some fun chess activities.
Join Authors Rebecca Many Grey Horses and Lene Jorgensen as they discuss their new book that outlines the Kainai Addiction Framework for healing. The program includes a Book signing and a meet and greet. 2:00–4:00 PM
| adults and seniors | registration not required, limited to 75 people| admission rates apply | free to members
Join us for our Road to LA program. Hands-On History is an interactive program for children of all ages with their caregivers on the first Saturday of the month. Create Photo Collage Frames.
children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
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Beer tasting at the Galt is back and better than ever! Sample different beers by Alberta's craft beer vendors at the Bridge & Brews BeerFest fundraiser event presented by the Friends Society of the Sir Alexander Galt Museum & Archives.
adults and seniors | registration required | $30 per ticket
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Create your own faceless doll and learn about the annual October 4th Sisters in Spirit Vigil event in Lethbridge.
all ages | materials will be provided | registration not required | no cost to attend
Take part in a lecture on "The Settlement of Western Canada" with Dr. Stéphane Guevremont, a former aircraft mechanic. Guevremont holds a B.A. in History (McGill University), an M.A. in War Studies (Royal Military College of Canada) and a Ph.D. (University of Calgary) in the Canadian aircraft industry. Stéphane teaches history, and speaks on CBC French Radio One Alberta.
Adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | members free admission
