Hello, sunshine! Springtime is when the prairies come alive again, and those extra hours of daylight are giving us some much-deserved pep in our step. Green grass is growing, new leaves are budding, and the birds are singing, so get those rubber boots out of storage and Discover springtime in Lloydminster with us!
Here Comes the Sun
It’s Patio Season!
Nothing beats a good meal on a sunny patio. Here’s where to sit back, relax, and catch some rays while you dig in!
- Trees Tap + Kitchen
- Blowers & Grafton
- Original Joe’s
- Canadian Brewhouse
- Brown’s Social House
- Montana’s BBQ
- Spiro’s Restaurant
- Timber Cafe
- Boston Pizza
Red Dress Day
May 5
In 2010, Metis artist Jaime Black created the REDress Project in Winnipeg, Manitoba, by hanging hundreds of red dresses in public spaces to symbolize Canada’s Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It has spurred a nationwide movement and is now permanently installed at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Learn more here:
https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/red-dress-day
How you can show support:
- Hang a red dress from your own window, storefront, or balcony.
Attend community gatherings:
- Pipe ceremony – 10:00AM at the Native Friendship Centre
- Community March from City Hall to the Native Friendship Centre – starts at 11:15AM
- Program + Luncheon, featuring local singers and dancers – starts at 12:00 Noon
Markets, Markets, Markets
No time like the present to browse for treasures in balmy spring weather! This isn’t a comprehensive list, so keep your eyes peeled on our social media for more upcoming events.
- Lloydminster’s Outdoor Farmer’s Market
Thurs 11AM – 5PM | Sat 10AM – 3PM
Located in the Rona parking lot biweekly from now until September. Find fresh produce, home baking, and other locally sourced goods. - Harvest Collective Market
May 9 , 10AM – 4PM
Located at the Lloyd Ex Nissan Hall building, this popular and widely anticipated market features 40+ prairie-based vendors with handmade artisan goods and products, thoughtfully crafted fashion, and delicious home baked treats. - Brass & Thread Spring Market
May 29, 1PM – 7PM
Located in the parking lot of Brass & Thread Thrift Co,, a beloved local charity thrift store. Spend the day enjoying vintage treasures, locally made goods, food vendors, entertainment, and more!
Plant Those Seeds!
Share good vibes and a love of gardening with the community as planting season kicks off! The Lloyd Public Garden space was brought to life in the spring of 2024 by dedicated volunteers, and blooms brighter every year! To find out upcoming seed swaps, planting parties, or other gatherings,
visit www.lloydpublicgardens.com
Local nurseries are also officially open, so check out these places for seedlings, flowers, shrubs, trees, or any other landscaping projects you’ve been waiting to get started on!
- Wickham Nurseryland
- Kat’s Plants & More
- Bosers Greenhouse
- Home Hardware Lloydminster
Kiwanis Park’s Festival of Lights
Kiwanis Park • 56A St & 51 Ave, Lloydminster
TBA – Usually the last week of November
Every year, Kiwanis Park’s dedicated volunteer members gather to help kick off the magic of the holiday season with a massively impressive Christmas lights display. Bring the whole family to celebrate turning on the lights with music, hot cocoa, and more! If you miss the main event, don’t worry – the lights are on for visitors every evening from 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM until the first week of January.
Here Comes Santa Claus Day
Downtown Lloydminster • Free Admission • All Day
Saturday December 6th
Join us Downtown for Lloydminster’s 18th Annual Christmas celebration, with local market vendors, street food, hot drinks, family-friendly entertainment and much more!
Parade of Lights
Downtown Lloydminster • 7:00 PM
(Date TBA )
Weather permitting of course, Downtown’s 11th annual Christmas parade takes place in the evening, so viewers can experience the stunning lights of each float! This family-friendly event typically raises funds for local causes such as the Lloydminster Region Health Foundation, the Lloydminster Rescue Squad, and the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association.
Having Fun Isn’t Hard, When You’ve Got a Library Card!
Lloydminster Public Library – Located at LloydMall
Open every day!
When you hear the word ‘library’, what comes to mind? Lloydminster’s Public Library is far from the stereotypical boring old space that some might imagine! Pay a visit and discover a bright, lively little corner of the community. Take advantage of the incredible programs and services the library has to offer, including DVD rentals, crafting corners, working and study spaces, and special events for all ages. If the winter weather has your little ones feeling cagey, you can bring them to Toddler Fun Run time: every Wednesday from 9:15 – 9:45, there are a variety of exciting games and activities for your little ones to help tire them out before naptime.
See the full calendar, hours of operation, and more information here:
Open Mic Night at 4th Meridian
When: The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
Where: Unit 9, 2632 60th Ave, Lloydminster
The Border City’s very own craft brewery is family-run and loved by locals. Come here for a multitude of community happenings, including but not limited to: live music, open mic nights, trivia nights, yoga classes, pop-up markets and even weddings! Come for cold fresh craft beer, and stay for good times with an incredible community!
See what’s happening next on their events page: www.4thmeridianbrewing.com
Winterfest
Monday, February 16
Where: All over town!
Family Day will be celebrated with a wide variety of free to attend venues throughout Lloydminster! Discover heritage crafts and activities at Lloyd Museum & Archives, hot chocolate and horse-drawn wagon rides at Bud Miller All Seasons Park, indoor and outdoor skating at Servus Sports Centre, and much more! Visit the community events page at lloydminster.ca for more details.
