Experience fall in a small city.
Downtown Historic Building Tour
Historic buildings line the streets and avenues in Medicine Hat's downtown. And inside, you'll find coffee shops, bakeries, and local boutiques. Some bricks you'll spot were manufactured locally in the early 1900s, during the city's booming clay and pottery industry.
A hot cup of coffee on a cooler day, while strolling a historic downtown and browsing local small shops is the perfect fall experience. Find a Poolhouse Roastery & Cafe, Station Coffee Company, and Nosh. downtown, and more coffee shops around the city. All within walking distance, all serving creative and cozy beverages. Plan your visit around a Festive Flavours Sunshine & Café Market Tour or a guided Indy Coffee Tour.
Find that feeling when you walk into a bakery and are amazed at all the beautiful and delicious options in downtown Medicine Hat. There are six bakeries in the heart of the city, and more throughout. Pair your tasty beverage with a freshly baked treat before hitting the streets to browse local boutiques.
Inside the historic buildings in downtown Medicine Hat, you'll find your coffee, decadent bakery treats, and a variety of retail options from clothing to records, brand new and thrifted. Meet the owners, meet the locals, and bring a piece of Medicine Hat home with you.
After your day in the heart of the city, drive two minutes to a nearby city park and stroll the trails. Order food from a local spot for a picnic, or dine in before surrounding yourself with beautiful fall foliage, cottonwood trees, and the beautiful southern Alberta coulee landscape. There are over 5 City Parks, and 190+ kilometres of paved trails with views of the South Saskatchewan River, and panoramic views of the city.
Local Tip: If you're downtown, hop on Devonian Trail on foot (located alongside the South Saskatchewan River and behind the Medicine Hat Public Library) and this will bring you into Strathcona Island Park in under 15 minutes. Find the full trail map here.
Evening Observatory Experiences
A Taste of d'Carlo & The Hunter's Supermoon
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Start with a 3-course dinner from d'Carlo Pasta House, with choices between Chicken and Proscuitto Cannelloni and Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni, and Espresso Tiramisu Cake, Affagato, and Cheesecake. Then, hop on the Sunshine Trolley towards Eagle Butte Observatory. Guests will board the Sunshine Trolley and head to the Eagle Butte Observatory to view the Hunter's Supermoon with amateur astronomer, Rod DeVries.
Thursday, October 16 and Wednesday, October 19
Your evening begins at Grit City Distillery - Master Distiller Jen will lead you on a distillery tour to learn how Grit City's signature spirits are created. Then, head to the tasting room for a cocktail flight and personal pizza. Hop on the Sunshine Trolley to the Eagle Butte Observatory, and be introduced to the stars with a night sky presentation led by owner and amateur astronomer Rod DeVries.
Can't make these dates? Come visit in November!
A Taste of Paradise and The Beaver Supermoon
Tuesday, November 4
The tour begins at The Clubhouse at Paradise Valley, where guests are welcomed with a mocktail, appetizer and the choice of main courses between Pesto Primavera Penne, Pork Carnitas Bowl, or Chicken & Chorizo Lasagne served with Garlic Toast and Garden Salad. Then, hop on the Sunshine Trolley to Eagle Butte Observatory to view the Beaver Supermoon. A Supermoon is when the moon is full and closer to the earth, appearing 30% larger.
Plan a longer trip and fit in more must-do Medicine Hat autumn activities here.
