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New West Theatre's new play Wonderstruck will begin its run at Yates Memorial Theatre on August 9, 2023. (Photo: LNN)

What’s Happening in Lethbridge this week: August 8, 2023

Aug 8, 2023 | 10:46 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – There are plenty of events in Lethbridge this week, and Lethbridge News Now has you covered with the details.

Lethbridge Bulls playoff game – August 8, 2023

The Lethbridge Bulls host the Sylvan Lake Gulls on Tuesday, August 8 for the second game of their best-of-three first round matchup. The Gulls took the first game by a score of 13-4, and a Lethbridge win will force Game 3 in Sylvan Lake. Tickets can be found on the Bulls’ website.

Wonderstruck – August 9 to 26, 2023

New West Theatre is set to kick off its 2023-24 season on August 9, 2023 with the musical comedy ‘Wonderstruck’ at the Yates Memorial Theatre.

The theatre company describes the show as having a mix of classic and contemporary rock ‘n’ roll hits to go along with sketch comedy. Tickets can be purchased here.

Lethbridge Farmers’ Market at Festival Square – Every Wednesday

The Wednesday Downtown Farmers’ Market, put on by the Lethbridge & District Exhibition and Downtown Business Revitalization Zone (BRZ), is running every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. until September 6, 2023. Admission is free, but parking rates may apply.

Fry Day – August 11, 2023

McCain is hosting Fry Day, a charity event on Friday, August 11, 2023. Funds raised from the event will go towards Ronald McDonald House Charities. Anyone looking to participate will get free fries with a donation at the McDonald’s at Mayor Magrath Drive. One dollar from every McDonald’s fry sales will also go towards the charity.

Food Truck Fridays – August 11, 2023

Those looking to check out some different food trucks can head over to the parking lot area at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden for Food Truck Fridays on August 11. On Fridays until September 29, various food trucks will be set up, including Santeria Taco Truck, Vesano Pizza, Piggyback Poutinerie, Macs & Custard, and many others. More details are at the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden website.

For more events happening in Lethbridge, see the Lethbridge News Now Community Calendar.

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