The Word On The Street Festival Lethbridge

The Word On The Street Festival Lethbridge A festival hosted by Lethbridge Public Library in September at the Lethbridge Public Library's Main Branch

The Word On The Street is a national celebration of literacy and Canadian writing. Each September, we host hundreds of readings for visitors of all ages. The Word On The Street Lethbridge is a national celebration of literacy hosted in Lethbridge by the Lethbridge Public Library. In this role, the mission is multi-faceted; to acknowledge and promote writers, publishers and literary arts organizati

ons in Alberta; to build bridges between literary arts and literacy in southern Alberta; to involve Aboriginal writers, theatre groups, and storytellers as integral contributors to Alberta’s heritage and culture; and to ensure The Word On The Street Lethbridge represents the diversity of all our communities and is accessible to everyone.

Exhibitor applications are now open for the 2026 Word on the Street Festival!If you’re an author, publisher, literacy gr...
05/05/2026

Exhibitor applications are now open for the 2026 Word on the Street Festival!

If you’re an author, publisher, literacy group, creative organization, or community partner with something to share, this is your chance to connect with readers, celebrate ideas, and be part of a festival rooted in storytelling and community.

Join us September 19, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lethbridge Public Library Main Branch. For more information and to submit your application, visit https://thewordonthestreet.ca/lethbridge/get-involved/exhibitor-registration/

A big thank you to everyone who came out to The Word on the Street this year! If you were in attendance, we'd love to he...
09/26/2025

A big thank you to everyone who came out to The Word on the Street this year! If you were in attendance, we'd love to hear from you. Fill out our survey by October 2nd, and you'll also have a chance to win a book bundle for kids, teens, or adults.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYR5D3V

Big thanks to Cupper's Coffee & Tea for sponsoring this year's festival!
09/18/2025

Big thanks to Cupper's Coffee & Tea for sponsoring this year's festival!

We have some extra special events happening this year in celebration of The Word On The Street's 15th Anniversary! Stop ...
09/17/2025

We have some extra special events happening this year in celebration of The Word On The Street's 15th Anniversary!

Stop by and visit Slough Comics by Eric Dyck as he draws the sights and sounds of the festival from 12 - 4 p.m.

Add your contribution to the community mural project down at the south end of the parking lot by the Allied Arts Council booth. Presented in partnership with the Allied Arts Council Lethbridge, design concept by Emily Metherel.

Just a reminder, book lovers, The Word on the Street is almost here! Have you checked out the festival schedule yet? Wit...
09/17/2025

Just a reminder, book lovers, The Word on the Street is almost here!

Have you checked out the festival schedule yet? With author readings, panel discussions, and activities for all ages, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out, plan your day now! 👉 https://thewordonthestreet.ca/lethbridge/festival/schedule/

📣 The wait is over! Feast your eyes on the full line-up for The Word on the Street 2025!From page-turning panels to powe...
09/17/2025

📣 The wait is over! Feast your eyes on the full line-up for The Word on the Street 2025!

From page-turning panels to powerful performances, each stage is packed with literary legends, rising voices, and unforgettable stories.

Swipe through and tell us: Which stage are YOU most excited for?

This Saturday's festival offers more than just literary treats; food trucks will be on-site serving up a variety of deli...
09/15/2025

This Saturday's festival offers more than just literary treats; food trucks will be on-site serving up a variety of delicious options!

Fluff'n'Stuff Cotton Candy
Georgina's Food Truck
Kona Ice of Lethbridge
T'under-N-Smoke
La Gloria - Latin Comfort Food
Piggyback Poutinerie
Swirls Lethbridge
Cookie Crimes
The Tail-Gators Lethbridge

Edit: La Gloria, unfortunately, will no longer be in attendance.

Jessica Rose is a writer, editor and arts organizer who lives and works in Hamilton, Ontario. A passionate advocate for ...
09/14/2025

Jessica Rose is a writer, editor and arts organizer who lives and works in Hamilton, Ontario. A passionate advocate for people and places, she works for a number of not-for-profit organizations focused on literacy, the arts, the environment, health and food security. A graduate of Carleton University’s School of Journalism, her writing includes the essay “Reclaiming Hamilton Through Artistic and Environmental Interventions” in Reclaiming Hamilton: Essays from the New Ambitious City (Wolsak and Wynn), Creating Healthy Communities (Rubicon Publishing) and the City of Hamilton Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP).

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