High River is a medium sized town, with a colourful history, historical homes and a dynamic culture. You can catch up on some of that history by taking a walk through downtown, where several historic murals adorn the sides of buildings, each one a vignette illustrating High River’s unique past.

High River is home to several talented artists; their work can be seen at two local galleries as well as a local pottery studio. High River is home to a saddlery that produces custom-made saddles as well as a silversmith. Our strong agricultural and western roots are well represented in the murals and local activities.

High River is well-known on the rodeo circuit; world famous for the Little Britches Rodeo and Parade held the Victoria Day weekend each May. Each June, the thunder of the chuckwagons and the roar of the crowds echo through the area as exciting race action hits the rodeo grounds; when the annual North American Chuckwagon Races are held in conjunction with the Guy Weadick Memorial Rodeo.

Activities continue year round with fly-fishing, bicycling and walking along the river pathways being favourite summer activities for local residents and visitors alike. Hockey, skating, curling and cross-country skiing top the list of winter activities, while year round visitors may enjoy our galleries, museum, and perhaps bird watching for rare species at the nearby Frank Lake Conservatory.