Is everything at Whoop-Up Days free?
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo Tickets
Get your tickets for Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo too!
As in past years, some elements of Whoop-Up Days, including the West Coast Amusements Midway, the Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo, and other special events will have admission costs, but there’s no cost for anyone to get on the Lethbridge & District Exhibition campus to enjoy Whoop-Up Days. There will still be plenty of free opportunities for fun and entertainment.
Midway wristbands
Don’t forget to get your Midway wristbands.
Advanced Tickets: $45
Regular Tickets: $55
Advance West Coast Amusements Ride Wristband pricing is available until Monday, August 21, 2023. Wristbands available at Lethbridge and Picture Butte Gas King locations or Lethbridge & District Exhibition.
Advance Tickets
Regular Tickets
Adult (12-64)
Senior (65+)
Youth (6-11)
Kids 5 & Under
Group (20+)
$28
$26
$14
Free
$25/person
$34
$32
$17
Free
$31/person
$28
$26
$14
Free
Group (20+)
Adult (12-64)
Senior (65+)
Youth (6-11)
Kids 5 & Under
Group (20+)
Advance ticket prices are available on-line until August 21 at 11:59 PM. Regular price tickets may be purchased online or at the gate.
Blood Tribe Ag Society Rodeo Series Finals
AUGUST 22 5 PM & AUG. 23 2 PM | AT THE GRANDSTAND
Advance Tickets | $15
Regular Tickets | $20
Elders & children 6 yrs and under free.
Advance ticket prices are available on-line until August 21 at 11:59 PM. Regular price tickets may be purchased on-line or at the gate August 22 - 26.
Free Gate Admission
Whoop-Up Days 2023 is bringing the community together like never before, offering FREE gate admission for all attendees.
This is an exciting opportunity for people from Lethbridge and region to gather, celebrate, and showcase the best of our area.
Fri, May 03Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 03, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fri, May 03Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 03, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.- Sat, May 04Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 04, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Sat, May 04Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 04, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fri, May 24Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 24, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.- Sat, May 25Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 25, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Sun, May 26Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 26, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thu, May 30Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreMay 30, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sat, Jun 08Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre | UFA HallJun 08, 2024, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Fri, Jul 12Agri-food Hub & Trade CentreJul 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
What’s Happening
Purchase tickets by 11:59 PM on August 26
Lethbridge & District Exhibition’s Lotteries program is once again giving back to the community, announcing the YWCA Lethbridge & District as its community partner for its 2023 50/50 Lottery campaign.
YWCA Lethbridge & District has been a staple in Southern Alberta for more than 60 years, continuing to grow and respond to the needs of the community. Housing, homelessness, poverty, domestic and sexual violence, volunteerism, youth empowerment, leadership and a place to belong are all addressed at YWCA.
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In the Community
At its core, Whoop-Up Days is a community-driven summer celebration. Throughout the week, local businesses and organizations step up and offer pancake breakfasts and BBQ’s to engage and connect with the community. See who’s offering breakfast, BBQ’s, and other community events near you!
Schedule of Events
Event
Time
Whoop-Up Days Parade | Downtown Lethbridge
9AM
Gates Open
12PM
Wildlife Festival | Salon A | Until 8 PM
12PM
Marketplace | KB Hall & Hall C | Until 8 PM
12PM
Midway Rides | Food Trucks | Jumbo Ears | Beer Gardens | Until 11 PM
12PM
Siksikaitsitapi Princess Pageant | UFA Hall | Until 5 PM
1PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
2PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
4PM
Blood Tribe Ag Society Rodeo Series Finals
5PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
6PM
CJOC & 2Day FM Ride Giveaway | Until 7 PM
6PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
8PM
Blood Tribe Ag Society Rodeo Series Finals | The Grandstand
8PM
Event
Time
Gates Open
1PM
Wildlife Festival | Salon A | Until 8 PM
1PM
Marketplace | KB Hall & Hall C | Until 8 PM
1PM
Midway Rides| Food Trucks | Jumbo Ears | Beer Gardens | Until 11 PM
1PM
Siksikaitsitapi Pow Wow | UFA Hall | Until 7 PM
2PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
2PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
4PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
6PM
CJOC & 2Day FM Ride Giveaway | Until 7 PM
6PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
8PM
Blood Tribe Ag Society Rodeo Series Finals | The Grandstand
8PM
Event
Time
Gates Open
1PM
Wildlife Festival | Salon A | Until 8 PM
1PM
Marketplace | KB Hall & Hall C | Until 8 PM
1PM
Midway Rides| Food Trucks | Jumbo Ears | Beer Gardens | Until 11 PM
1PM
Blackfoot Confederacy ft. WinterCount Productions | 016 Stage
1PM
Siksikaitsitapi Pow Wow | UFA Hall | Until 7 PM
2PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
2PM
B-93 & Wild 95.5 | 016 Stage
3:30PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Tickets Available At The Gate | South Midway
3:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
4PM
Tyson Ray Borsboom | 016 Stage
6PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
6PM
CJOC & 2Day FM Ride Giveaway | Until 7 PM
6PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Gates Open | South Midway
6PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Performance Begins | Grandstand
7PM
Tube Dog | O16 Stage
7:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
8PM
Shaela Miller | 016 Stage
9PM
The New Testaments | 016 Stage
11PM
Event
Time
Gates Open
1PM
Wildlife Festival | Salon A | Until 8 PM
1PM
Marketplace | KB Hall & Hall C | Until 8 PM
1PM
Midway Rides | Food Trucks | Jumbo Ears | Beer Gardens | Until 11 PM
1PM
Blackfoot Confederacy ft. WinterCount Productions | 016 Stage
1PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
2PM
CJOC & 2Day FM | O16 Stage
3:30PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Tickets Available At The Gate | South Midway
3:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
4PM
Bailey Kate | O16 Stage
6PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
6PM
CJOC & 2Day FM Ride Giveaway | Until 7 PM
6PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Gates Open | South Midway
6PM
Pure Power Wrestling: Hot Summer Night | UFA Hall | Until 9 PM
7PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Performance Begins | Grandstand
7PM
Tyler Moulton | O16 Stage
7:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
8PM
Armond Duck Chief | O16 Stage
9PM
The New Testaments | O16 Stage
11PM
Event
Time
Gates Open
1PM
Wildlife Festival | Salon A | Until 8 PM
1PM
Marketplace | KB Hall & Hall C | Until 8 PM
1PM
Midway Rides| Food Trucks | Jumbo Ears | Beer Gardens | Until 11 PM
1PM
Blackfoot Confederacy ft. WinterCount Productions | O16 Stage
1PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
2PM
106.7 ROCK and KISS 107.7 | O16 Stage
3:30PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Tickets Available At The Gate | South Midway
3:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs | Midway
4PM
RebelsAngels 50s | O16 Stage
6PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
6PM
CJOC & 2Day FM free ride giveaway | Until 7 PM
6PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Gates Open | South Midway
6PM
Lethbridge & District Pro Rodeo: Performance Begins | Grandstand
7PM
The Cody Hall Band | O16 Stage
7:30PM
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
8PM
T Buckley | O16 Stage
9PM
The New Testaments | O16 Stage
11PM
Fireworks Finale Presented by ATB Wealth & WCA
11PM
SIKSIKAITSITAPI POW WOW
Witness the beauty and knowledge that is rooted in the drumming and dancing of competitive Pow Wow.
SIKSIKAITSITAPI PRINCESS PAGEANT
Watch contestants compete for the title of Miss Siksikaitsitapi, which is scored on an essay submission, speech, dance, and a talent showcase.
Indigenous Programming
Marketplace
Located in the heart of the new Agri-Food Hub & Trade Centre, the Marketplace brings together local vendors for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Check out the incredible variety from amazing vendors.
Food Trucks
Magnificent meals, delectable desserts, brilliant beverages, and tasty treats – your taste buds can indulge in them all. No matter the time of day, our fleet of food trucks have you covered. Stop by to fuel up as you wander the Whoop-Up Days grounds.
Entertainment
Catch live music, Global Pet Foods’ SuperDogs, Wildlife Festival and of course amusement midway rides and games.
Wildlife Festival
PPW: HOT SUMMER NIGHT
Global Pet Foods SuperDogs
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101 Exhibition Way South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4R3
AEDs are located in the following areas:
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Main Floor next to the Guest Services Centre
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2nd Floor outside of the Lakeview Salon
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All guests may be required to show government issued ID to purchase alcohol. Guests are not permitted to bring in alcoholic beverages from outside and may not leave with alcohol purchased inside the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre. Management reserves the right to refuse the sale of alcohol to any guest.
Certified service animals for guests with disabilities are welcome at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre and must remain on a leash or in a harness.
Multiple Mint ATM Network ATMs are conveniently located throughout the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre.
Please notify your Event Manager if a banner or sign will be needed for your event. Improper notification and hanging of signs could incur damage fees. The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre prohibits signage on its property. Any signage requires prior written consent.
Upon request, the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre can provide coat check services for your event. Contact your Event Manager for more details. We are not responsible for any property that is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Concession stands are open for select events. When open, our stands offer a variety of food and beverages for purchase. Cash, credit, debit, Apple Pay, and Google Pay payments are accepted.
Elevators are located in the following areas:
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Main Floor next to the MNP Meeting Centre
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2nd Floor next to the Lakeview Salon
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The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre team members have been trained in emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures. Evacuation routes may change due to the location of the emergency. In the event of an emergency, please listen for directions via the intercom system and follow the direction of theTrade Centre team for your safety and the safety of others.
To inquire about joining our team, visit our Careers page to view the available positions.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre is equipped with standard First Aid supplies. During public events and at the discretion of event planners, certified First Aid personnel will be available. In the event of an emergency, please go to the first available team member for assistance.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre is proud to partner with Levy Convention Centres Canada for all catering and concessions . Outside food and/or beverage is prohibited.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre is equipped with a drop off lane at the North Entrance.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere. Any guest in need of assistance during an event should seek any Trade Centre team member throughout the venue.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre is the perfect place to host your next event. For more information about hosting your event at our venue, please check out the Plan Your Event page.
Please contact us to inquire about the possible recovery of any lost items.
If you become separated from your child or companion during an event, please seek the nearest Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre Team Member for assistance.
The Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre prohibits the following items:
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Outside food or beverage
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Weapons (guns, knives, pepper spray, mace, chains, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, etc)
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Aerosol Cans
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Vaping/Smoking
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Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
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Fireworks
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Drones
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Helium Balloons
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Men's, Women's, and Universal washrooms may be found throughout the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre.
There is no smoking/vaping permitted anywhere in the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre. Smoking is permitted in clearly-marked outdoor areas as per City of Lethbridge ByLaw. 5.. This policy is strictly enforced.
To learn more about advertising partnership opportunities at the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, please contact our Business Development team through the form below.
