Plan your summer visit in Canada's Sunniest City.
Nothing feels better than being prepared before a trip, so we’ve put together this list to save you time researching! Here are things to know when spending a full weekend in Medicine Hat during the summer months!
Bed & Breakfasts near Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown
These extraordinary and cozy Airbnbs are steps from Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown.
You can find live music in at least one eatery on the weekend
Follow the sound along streets and avenues to find live music in the heart of the city.
Plan your trip around a weekend festival
If you enjoy living like the locals while traveling, attending one of the festivals is the best way to do so. Be sure to check Tourism Medicine Hat’s Events Calendar to see what’s happening during your trip.
Meet the locals and experience Indigenous culture
Medicine Hat's name comes from an Indigenous story, and there is more to tell and learn with these Indigenous gatherings.
Whether you’re in a kayak, canoe, or lounging on a floaty, our waterways are an inviting place to enjoy the outdoors during an afternoon on the weekend. Rent some gear with Outdoor Xcape Rentals.
Order some popcorn, a cool beverage, and watch a “Mavs” game underneath the summer sun when you’re in the city.
There are three adventurous mountain bike areas in and around Medicine Hat
From green forest, to dry desert, and adventurous coulees, you can experience each spot with must-ride mountain bike trails in one weekend in and around Canada’s Sunniest City.
Pack a picnic with food and beverages grown and made in Southeast Alberta
Fresh produce is grown right beside Medicine Hat, in the Greenhouse Capital of the Prairies, and farmers work hard year-round to produce quality meat. Lots of local business and creators also make the best home-made recipes.
Experience 'Only in Medicine Hat' Dining
Whether it’s in the comfort of your bed and breakfast, inside a National Historic Site, or inside Alberta’s oldest brick residence, flavour is paired with a notable experience outside of a typical dining room.
Drive to a day trip destination
From 10 minutes to an hour and a half drive, choose your adventure in Southeast Alberta.
Embark on a self-guided downtown tour
Each spot with a different personality, take in the bakeries, cafes, murals, art, and the history behind the heart of the city.
Local Tips:
Plan to shop locally on Friday or Saturday
Sundays and Mondays are usually the days for our local business owners to rest. Plan to browse our local small shops on a Friday or Saturday, to have the full Medicine Hat shopping experience.
Local Tip: Check out our Ultimate Downtown Shopping Guide, full of locally-owned small shops!
Pack for hot, hot weather
If a cactus can naturally survive along our coulees, you know it’s hot. Definitely pack for desert weather — bring extra items in case the clouds come to say hello, but for the most part, there’s a reason we’re Canada's Sunniest City with an average of 330 days of sunshine.
Local Tip: Make sure to pack sunscreen!
