It’s back! The Big Truck Petting Zoo takes place Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Lethbridge Public Library Crossings Branch. Attendance is free and open for all ages.

Exciting changes are coming to Cougar and Lafayette Parks! Both playgrounds are getting major upgrades in time for summer.

Emergency Preparedness Week runs from May 3 to 9, and the City of Lethbridge is encouraging residents to take simple steps to be ready for emergencies. 

This year’s campaign combines the national message, “Be Prepared. Know your Risks,” with Alberta’s theme, “In It Together.” The focus is clear: prepared households and connected neighbours create a stronger, more resilient community. 

With warmer weather rolling in, the City of Lethbridge is reminding residents to roll out their curbside green carts every week for pick-up. 

Weekly collection resumes next week, May 5.

Travel to west Lethbridge may be slightly delayed by alternating lane closures on westbound Whoop-Up Drive early next week.

The city has introduced a new webpage that posts daily sports field status updates, replacing the old phone line. All fields open or close together based on weather and safety conditions.

Electrical work is interrupting traffic along a small stretch of Scenic Drive South.

Lace up a pair of comfy walking shoes and step into the heart of your community! 

Jane’s Walk 2026 takes place May 1-3. Local events will cover topics and spaces like public art, parks, historic sites, neighbourhoods, nature and more. All events are free to attend. 

Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is in place for all open fires in the City of Lethbridge River Valley. 

Highlights and decisions from the April 28, 2026, meeting of Lethbridge City Council.