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World-class facilities, competitive teams and one of the longest golfing seasons in the province make the Medicine Hat sport and leisure scene a bright one. Medicine Hat is home to the Western Hockey League’s Medicine Hat Tigers as well as Alberta's only NHRA sanctioned 1/4 mile drag strip. Skateparks, pickle ball, tennis and an abundance of leagues keep locals busy throughout the year.

big marble go centre

come out and play!

A place where one’s social, emotional, mental and physical needs can be met under one roof. The Big Marble Go Centre offers a wide variety of structured and unstructured health and lifestyle opportunities for individuals, families and entire communities to meet, grow, laugh, explore and more. Learn a new skill, make new friends, spend time with the family or find a ‘whole’ new you–the opportunities to play are endless. 

The Big Marble Go Centre is located on 23 hectares (57 acres) in the northwest part of the city. This state-of-the-art facility includes a 50-metre multi-purpose pool, a wave pool, swirl pool, a children’s pool, a steam room, and the “Rip-n-Rattler” water slide. Located in the same building is a 100-foot x 200-foot ice rink along with a variety of meeting rooms, entertainment rooms, a Booster Juice and food concession 

The centre has expanded to include a new twin field house including a running and walking track, and an expanded fitness center. Outside activities have not been forgotten at the Big Marble Go Centre as it boasts three regulation-size soccer pitches, one premier (lighted) sports field for football/soccer/rugby, four high-quality ball diamonds, and a BMX track. 

Medicine Hat Family Leisure Centre olympic sized pool, high board, and waterslide.Swimming at the Medicine Hat Family Leisure Centre.

event centres

Medicine Hat is home to a number of world-class entertainment venues which bring in acts from around the world, and give locals opportunities to get active.

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Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre

Medicine Hat’s remarkable cultural hub.

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Co-op Place

Co-op Place

This facility can be transformed from an ice surface, to a concert venue and a smaller venue for all types of rental opportunities.

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Medalta in the Historic Clay District

Medalta in the Historic Clay District

A National Historic Site and hub for arts and culture.

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Local Sports

From amateur to professional leagues, Medicine Hat offers something for everyone.

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golf

fooooore!

Take advantage of Alberta’s longest golf season! As Canada’s Sunniest City, Medicine Hat’s courses get greener sooner and often remain open right into October. It’s no more than 20 minutes from one golf course to the next, the green fees are reasonable and there’s always tee times available. From beginner to pro, par 3’s to world class golf courses - there’s an option for any level of player. 

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your game or just get in a few relaxing swings, Medicine Hat has everything a golfer could desire — challenging courses, well-maintained greens and beautiful coulees and natural rivers make for stunningly beautiful views. Experience the Hat’s best golf courses in the city and surrounding area; you won’t want to golf anywhere else! 

Connaught Golf Club
2802 13th Ave SE 
403.526.0737 
connaughtgolf.com
@connaughtproshop

Cottonwood Coulee Golf Course 
3245 10th Ave SW 
403.529.1010 
cottonwoodcoulee.golf
@cottonwoodcoulee

Desert Blume Golf Course
107 Clubhouse Dr SW 
403.581.4653 
desertblume.com 
@desertblumegolfclub 

Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club
947 Pigeon St NE 
403.529.6930 
medicinehatgolf.com 
@medicinehatgolf 

Paradise Valley Golf Course
90 Gehring Rd SW 
403.526.3330 
paradisevalleypar3.com 
@paradisevalleypar3 

Riverview Golf Club
700 Redcliff Way SE
403.548.7118 
golfriverview.com 
@RiverviewRedcliff