Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation

Christmas Tree Festival 2026

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Stringam Christmas Tree Festival 2026

November 15 -18
The Lethbridge Trade & Convention Centre

Purchase Tickets & Get Involved

A Southern Alberta Tradition

The 32nd annual Stringam Christmas Tree Festival brings southern Albertans together to celebrate the holiday season while raising vital funds for health care in our region.

Every ticket purchased, auction bid placed, and sponsorship pledged directly supports priority equipment and key programs at the Chinook Regional Hospital, ensuring exceptional care is always close to home.

Decorated Christmas Tree

Festival Schedule & Activities

Sunday, Nov 15: Family Day

Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Enjoy Christmas Tree Lane, a scavenger hunt, selfie-booth, crafts in Santa’s Workshop, and complimentary hot drinks and cookies. Free fun includes Story Time with Mrs. Claus, face painting, and visits with Santa featuring Aspire Photography photos. 


Ongoing activities:
  • Christmas Tree Lane
  • Selfie-booth
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Santa's Workshop
  • Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cookies

Free activities:
  • Story Time with Mrs. Claus: hourly on the ½ hour starting at 10:30 AM
  • Photo Booth with Aspire Photography:
  • Facepainting: 12:30 - 4:30 PM
  • Santa: 1:30 - 4:30 PM

Entertainment Stage: 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Monday, Nov 16: Seniors' Day

Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Features Christmas Tree Lane, passport prize game, scavenger hunt, Santa’s Workshop, live stage entertainment with music by Rob Habetler, and complimentary hot drinks and treats. Seniors can also join the complimentary High Tea (advance registration required). 


Ongoing activities:

  • Christmas Tree Lane
  • Selfie-booth
  • Kids Scavenger Hunt
  • Passport - answer the questions, enter for a prize
  • Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cookies


HighTea - 2 seatings @ 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM
Registration required: limited seating

  • Music by Rob Habetler


Santa's Workshop: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Entertainment Stage: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday, Nov 17: Community Day

Time: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Browse local vendors during Shop & Sip with Happy Hour drinks, plus live broadcasts from WILD 95.5 & B93.3. Includes Christmas Tree Lane, passport game, scavenger hunt, selfie-booth, and complimentary warm drinks and treats. 

Ongoing activities:

  • Christmas Tree Lane
  • Selfie-booth
  • Kids Scavenger Hunt
  • Passport - answer the questions, enter for a prize
  • Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cookies


Wild 95.5 & B93.3 on location 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Shop & Sip - shop from local vendors while sipping a beverage

  • Time: 3:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Happy Hour ($5 Drinks): 3:00 - 6:00 PM


Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce Mix & Mingle

You don't have to be a member to attend - come out to network, shop, and listen to great music
  • Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, Nov 18: Gala & Auction

Reception & Tree Viewing: 5:30 PM


Photo Booth with Aspire Photography

Program: 7:00 PM
Auction: 7:30 PM

Tickets: $150/ea.; 8-pack $1,000

AN ELEGANT EVENING OF CELEBRATION & GIVING

Guests are welcomed with a champagne reception in Christmas Tree Lane with hand-passed appetizers, surrounded by twinkling lights, festive music, and live entertainment.

The celebration continues in the salon with silent auction featuring locally curated gifts and experiences, a festive appetizer buffet, a heartfelt program, and an exciting live auction of exquisitely decorated trees and exclusive packages.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Your support ensures our healthcare teams have the resources needed to deliver life-saving care across southern Alberta.

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Murray Auto Group Donates $1,000,000 to Bringing Hearts Home Campaign

This gift represents another important step forward in the Foundation’s $30 million Bringing Hearts Home Cardiac Campaign.

Local periodontist and his wife donate to Cardiac Centre of Excellence

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation is proud to announce a generous $100,000 donation from Karen and Dr. Troy Basarab

Downtown Rotary Launches “Catch the Ace” Lottery in Support of Bringing Hearts Home Campaign

The Downtown Rotary Club of Lethbridge is launching its Catch the Ace Lottery.

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation is the leading philanthropic partner for Chinook Regional Hospital and surrounding healthcare facilities. With the support of generous donors, we drive innovation and fund state-of-the-art equipment.