Performances
Lloyd Spiegel
September 19, 2019
A virtuoso guitar player, powerful songwriter and storyteller, Lloyd has a unique history that had him supporting the likes of Etta James, Ray Charles and Bob Dylan. Read MoreRed Green
September 22, 2019
The name says it all. Potentially Red’s last tour as he heads out on the road to hold Lodge Meetings all over North America. Read MoreTerZettto
September 28, 2019
Three doors, three chairs, three wooden boards... One light bulb... Read MorePecha Kucha Vol. 23
September 28, 2019
Pecha Kucha Night is a speaker series where passionate people in our community make short presentations on interesting topics following the format of 20 slides x 20 seconds per slide. Read MoreJuliet & Romeo
October 8, 2019
In this original live music / spoken word / dance piece, inspired by the classic tale of the star-crossed lovers, Kimberley Cooper has created a new world for these themes of love and violence to wrestle and play. Read MoreBilly & Elton the Legacy
October 12, 2019
The Legacy features the music of BOTH Elton John and Billy Joel…Two of the 20th Centuries most iconic entertainers!! Read MoreExhibitions
MHC’s Visual Communications Faculty
August 17, 2019-October 12, 2019
An exhibition by artists of today, who teach the artists of tomorrow. In this Biennial the Esplanade invites the art and design instructors of Medicine Hat College’s Visual Communications Program to show their newest works. Read MoreSarindar Dhaliwal
August 17, 2019-October 12, 2019
From marigolds, zinnias, ceramic made at Medalta, furniture, feathers and myriad other materials, Dhaliwal forms vividly beautiful explorations of migration, immigration, family and diaspora Read MoreFrom The Vaults
June 22, 2019-September 21, 2019
Medicine Hat has had a museum and archives for seventy years. We have had an art gallery for more than forty. In that time we have built a fantastic collection of artefacts, art and archival materials. Read MoreRefuge Canada
September 28, 2019-December 7, 2019
Through images, soundscapes, first person accounts and artifacts, this powerful exhibition begins “no one wants to be a refugee, anyone could become a refugee.” Read MoreStep Right Up
July 20, 2019-October 5, 2019
Lights flashing, motors whirring, food scents wafting through the air. . . A hawker shouts, “Step right up!” and you are back in time with the fun of midways, fairs and carnivals in the Hat. Read MoreEvents & Programs
Archives Reference Services
Access the records and photos of many early industries, organizations, families and more from our area. Read MorePublic Reception & Art Walk
September 27, 2019
Please join us for the public opening of our two art gallery exhibitions and our new heritage gallery exhibition. The reception is free and everyone is welcome. Read More2019-20 PD Days
September 20, 2019-May 29, 2020
We are offering PD Day programming in partnership with the Hive Artists’ Hub Society. This fun filled day will begin with an engaging morning in the Esplanade Discovery Centre. Read MoreEDUCATION BOOKINGS
TEACHERS! The 2019/2020 Education Guide is in! Have a look and book your program... Read MoreHistoric Walking Tour
July 27, 2019-September 21, 2019
Every second Saturday throughout the summer, the City’s Heritage Resources Committee is offering a walking tour of the historic First Street South area. Read MoreCulture Days 2019
September 27, 2019-September 28, 2019
Culture Days 2019 is September 27 & 28 at the Esplanade! Read More
