VisitLethbridge.com Arena Redevelopment

A landmark where Lethbridge gathers, celebrates, and makes memories that last.

For five decades, Lethbridge’s premier sports and entertainment venue has been more than just a building—it’s been the city’s stage, where memories are made. Originally built in 1974 for the Canada Winter Games, the arena quickly outgrew its beginnings as a community sportsplex. It became the place where curling championships played out, WHL hockey electrified fans, and music legends—from Elton John to a young Taylor Swift—lit up the stage.

A major renovation between 2009 and 2012 ensured the venue could keep pace with the city it serves. With new luxury suites, spacious lobbies, better seating, and upgraded facilities, it became more welcoming for fans, athletes, and performers alike. These upgrades didn’t just refresh the look—they transformed how people experienced the arena, making it easier to navigate, more comfortable for fans, and better equipped to host everything from hockey to high-profile concerts.

Today, under its new name, the VisitLethbridge.com Arena remains the beating heart of the community. Hosting over 120 events a year—from Hurricanes hockey to monster trucks, Shakespeare in the Park, and chart-topping concerts—it continues to bring people together in unforgettable ways. Its 50th anniversary celebration in 2024 only reinforced what the city already knew: this arena isn’t just part of Lethbridge’s past, it’s woven into its present and future.

Thanks to thoughtful renewal and the energy of the people who fill its seats, the VisitLethbridge.com Arena is thriving as Lethbridge’s gathering place—a landmark that grows with the city while keeping its spirit alive for generations to come.