OUR HISTORY

Over the past 75 years, southern Alberta has experienced an agricultural metamorphosis. Since the World Dry Farming Congress in 1912, significant investment in irrigation systems and networks throughout the region have propelled the area into one of the best agricultural production and processing regions in North America.

 

Throughout this time, Lethbridge & District Exhibition experienced significant developments. The original pavilions were unfortunately lost to fire in the early 1920s and were replaced by Heritage Hall (1926). The original grandstand (1912) was replaced in 1961 and the South Pavilion was developed. The North Pavilion was added in 1971, and the West Pavilion in the 1980s. Finally, in 1999 the Main Pavilion was opened as a trade space that connects the rest of the pavilions into one 124,000 square foot trade and exposition space.

 

We continue to support the agricultural community by providing spaces for community events and trade shows, as well as hosting our signature events like the Ag Expo, Whoop-Up Days (an evolution of The Fair), Lethbridge Pro Rodeo, Farmers’ Markets, and more.

 

With the development of the Agri-Hub and Trade Centre, we have the capacity to bring world-class events to Lethbridge and continue to contribute to the growth of our incredible region.