Culture and heritage preservation are distinguishing and important features of the City of Lacombe. Three museums are within walking distance of each other in the downtown core; the Flatiron Museum and Interpretive Centre, Michener House Museum, and the only fully functional Blacksmith Shop in Alberta.

The downtown alleys and other locations in the community are home to outdoor murals and sculptures while the Lacombe Memorial Centre (LMC) and City Hall house artwork from the City’s public art collection. The LMC features various artist exhibitions and a display of artwork created by the Lacombe Art Guild.

Lacombe is home to creative guilds, community choirs and bands, dance and art studios, theatre groups, and has produced musicians and performing professionals living around the globe! Burman University hosts speaker series, Sunday at 4 Concerts, and other fine events.

The Lacombe Performing Arts Centre (LPAC) is a hub of creativity, with events and classes taking place daily. The centre has two art galleries, one on the main floor, and the student gallery in the lower studio area. LPAC’s famous Music in the Park runs June to September and the Under $100 Art Market is hosted each November during Light Up Lacombe. Both events are held at the Lacombe Memorial Centre.

Annual Events

Throughout the year, you will find many events and opportunities to experience Arts and Culture in Lacombe, including several major events:

Encore Annual Art Show & Sale
Each April, juried artists from across the province descend upon Lacombe to market their original works of art. You can find high-quality paintings, pottery, metalwork, fibre arts, hand-crafted jewelry, and so much more. Be sure to watch for an expanded event in 2026 as we celebrate #ArtTownLacombe with many events happening the week before the art sale.

Lacombe Days
Friday night experience a Multicultural Night Market hosted by the Lacombe Filipino Society, and on Saturday, bring your children to the Lacombe Memorial Centre to participate in Creation Station, and opportunity to enjoy free creative activities. There are a multitude of tours, events and food experiences to enjoy!

Light Up Lacombe
Who doesn’t love Christmas lights and Santa Claus! This yearly week-long event in November has a multitude of family-based happenings. You can enjoy concerts, movies, free swimming and of course our famous Echo Energy Santa Claus Parade and the lighting of the trees outside the Lacombe Memorial Centre. The Under $100 Art Market, Moonlight Madness, and Christmas craft sales ensure you’ll find the right gifts for everyone in your family too! Don’t forget to get your selfie with Santa!!!