Alix Alberta Recreation & Culture

Alix Alberta has recreation opportunities that are staggering. Beautiful parks, active lifestyles and sports teams are a source of pride for many Alix Alberta citizens.

Alix Parks

Alix Alberta has beautiful parks and natural green spaces are well-known throughout Alberta and invite quiet retreats and action packed getaways. A water playground, participark, western ranch and wildlife sanctuary are just some of Alix park highlights. Biking, paddling, skating, cross-country skiing, athletics, bird watching, picnics and peaceful walks can all be enjoyed in various parks and facilities along streams, creeks and the Alix River.

Alix Trails

Within the city of Alix, Waskasoo Park offers over 80 kilometers of paved and shale trails along the river valley for a wide variety of recreational pursuits such as cycling, hiking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding.

Alix and Area Golf Courses

Alix Alberta offers many choices for the golf enthusiast. The River Bend Golf Course is a municipal 18-hole championship caliber golf course in Waskasoo Park. An 18-hole private course bordering the Alix River along with three other public courses provide a good variety. Courses at nearby Lacombe, Innisfail, Sylvan Lake and Wolf Creek add to the abundance of golfing opportunities.

Alix Recreation Programs

The City of Alix, sporting groups, and many community associations, offer a host of recreational opportunities for children and adults alike. Opportunities range from recreational classes and programs, family festivals, sports teams and community groups, and drop-in activities. For more information contact the Recreation, Parks and Culture Department.

Alix Museums & Interpretive Centres

The Alix and District Museum, Kerry Wood Nature Interpretive Centre, and Fort Normandeau bring a historical and educational perspective to Alix and the Central Alberta region together with the recently-opened Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum.

Alix Festivals & Events

Westerner Days, Alix International Air Show, First Night Celebration, Winter Fest, Heritage Day, Youth Fest, Canada Day, Agri-trade Show, Mayor's Garden Party, World of Women trade show, and the Silver Buckle Rodeo are just some of Central Alberta's family festivals and events. For information on current events in the Alix area, check out the Alix & Community Events Calendar.

Arts & Culture Facilities & Organizations

The state of the art Alix College Arts Centre, The Westerner and many other venues throughout the city offer a variety of live performances including music, drama and dance.

Alix Alberta has an abundant arts and culture organizations provide opportunities throughout the community to get involved in a wide range of drama, musical and other cultural pursuits.

Alix Restaurants

Alix can accommodate almost everyone's entertainment needs. With more than 160 restaurants to choose from you won't be disappointed with your options - you'll find everything from ethnic cuisine to western fare.

Shopping

With major shopping areas on each end of the city and countless shopping opportunities in-between, Alix is Central Alberta's shopping centre. You'll enjoy searching for unique treasures in quaint stores and finding great bargains in some of the wholesale shops. The Alix Farmer's Market is also a great destination for shoppers and is open to locals and visitors throughout the spring, summer and fall.

Alix Real Estate

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This resource is updated regularly, and whether you are buying or selling real estate properties, this site presents information that is of interest to future and current Alix, Alberta area home owners. Your comments and suggestions are welcome! Please visit often.

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