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REGINA 2020 VISITOR’S GUIDE
Why You’ll Love Message from
REGINA
Regina is located on Treaty 4 Territory,
the Mayor
I am so pleased that you
have chosen to visit Regina,
one of Canada’s fastest-
growing cities. The last year
home to the Cree, Ojibwe, Saulteaux, has been significant for our
Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota peoples, city as we have hosted
a number of major events,
as well as the homeland of the Métis Nation. like the 50 th anniversary
Regina is the 4th youngest, and one of the of the Regina Folk Festival,
two outdoor Garth Brooks
fasting growing cities in Canada. concerts at the iconic Mosaic
Stadium, and the NHL’s
Heritage Classic outdoor game
As a mid-size city, we’re easily able to make
between the Calgary Flames
you feel like you’re a part of our community, and the Winnipeg Jets.
People from all over the Your Regina Experience
not just a visitor. We pride ourselves on our
world have seen what Regina will include welcoming people,
prairie hospitality, our ability to host large has to offer, and we are excited top-notch restaurants and
to share our story. accommodations, and great
citywide events, and our ever-growing
local shopping. This guide will
We are a lively, growing
number of new startup businesses. help you navigate all of this
capital city with plenty of other
and more!
memorable places, events and
We can’t wait for you to #SeeYQR activities for you to experience Mayor Michael Fougere
City of Regina
while you are here.
alongside our locals!
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Message from Get to Know
Tourism Regina
Tourism Regina has a pretty
cool gig. We get to spend
every day promoting all the
Despite what originally brings
you to our humble city,
we can’t wait to knock your
REGINA
amazing things to see, socks off when you experience POPUL ATION: VISITOR INFORMATION
do and experience in our city.
Tourism is an industry sector
all that we have to offer.
Not sure where to start? 257,337 KIOSKS:
Chat with a local expert
Reach out to our team and and gather material to help
of Economic Development
we would be happy to give you along your way!
Regina and the official TIME ZONE:
you customized suggestions.
destination marketing Central Standard
organization representing Time (CST) GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Tuesday – Sunday
Regina and region. 9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
(Labour Day – Victoria Day)
Our mission is to promote
Regina as a choice destination
L ANGUAGE: 9 A.M. – 5 P.M.
English (Victoria Day – Labour Day)
for business, leisure and special LOCATION 4607 Dewdney Ave.
event travelers on a regional
and national level. We do this WASCANA CENTRE
+25°C WEATHER:
by showcasing our quirky Known as the “land
HOURS 9
A.M. – 5:30 P.M. daily
neighbourhoods and telling May 15 – August 31
of the living skies”, Regina
has an average of 324 LOCATION 2900 Wascana Dr.
the stories of our attraction
days of sunshine per year.
partners, local businesses Weather conditions are
and reoccurring events. -25°C an average of +25°C in
DOWNTOWN REGINA
the summer months, and
HOURS Monday-Friday:
9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
-25°C in the winter months.
Saturday: 9 A.M. – 1 P.M.
May 16 – August 31
LOCATION
City Square Plaza,
DID YOU KNOW: 12 th Ave. and corner
Regina has 3,400 of Lorne St.
Regina Hotel Association
member hotel rooms?
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Must
Do’s IN REGINA DISCOVER REGINA’S
AT TRACTIONS
E NJOY A SOURDOUGH DONUT
from The Everyday Kitchen
1377 Hamilton St.
W ATCH A SUNSET-RETREAT
CEREMONY
at RCMP Academy ‘Depot’
Division every Tuesday evening
like a local
G RAB A PINT
in July at 6:30 P.M.
at one of Regina’s local craft 5907 Dewdney Ave.
breweries (there are 6 of them!)
E NJOY A SUPPER
T AKE A STAND-UP PADDLE
IN THE ORCHARD
BOARD LESSON at Over the Hill Orchards
with Queen City SUP and Winery
on Wascana Lake Lumsden, SK
E NJOY THE PROHIBITION TEA
T OUR THE ELVIS & VINTAGE
at the Hotel Saskatchewan CAR MUSEUM
2125 Victoria Ave. owned and curated by local
Elvis fans
G O TO A RIDER’S GAME
3310 Pasqua St.
at Mosaic Stadium.
Remember to dress in green! G ET A COLD TREAT
1700 Elphinstone St. at Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream.
They have Vegan options!
T RY THE #GC365
4570 Albert St.
(Grilled cheese of the day)
at Victoria’s Tavern E XPLORE REGINA’S MANY
1965 Hamilton St. INDEPENDENT ART GALLERIES
such as Slate Fine Art Gallery
S EE REGINA FROM ABOVE
2078 Halifax St.
on an aerial tour with and Art Gallery of Regina
the Regina Flying Club 2420 Elphinstone St.
2610 Airport Rd.
I NDULGE IN FRESH SAVORY
S EE REGINA’S OWN OASIS
BAKED GOODS
at the Regina Floral Conservatory like flakey croissants
1 P.M. – 4:30 P.M., September – June at Saltine Baking Co.
1450 B 4 Ave. 3902 Gordon Rd.
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Royal Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Home of the RCMP Government House
Museum Science Centre The RCMP Heritage Centre and Edwardian Gardens
Journey through tens of millions Get hands-on with more than is located where the tradition At Government House, travel
of years and prepare to be 185 interactive experiences! began, at the RCMP Academy all the way back to Regina’s
awestruck by Scotty, the most Participate in experiments ‘Depot’ Division in Regina. Victorian past. Our Provincial
massive Tyrannosaurus rex ever and enjoy stage shows and Depot has trained every RCMP Heritage Property and National
discovered! Enter the fabulous workshops! Make the experience ‘cadet’ since it was established Historic Site is bursting
new T.rex Gallery to learn about complete by adding a movie in 1885. Take a tour of historic with over 125 years of stories
life in prehistoric Saskatchewan at the 3D IMAX theatre! Depot, watch the Sergeant to tell! Step into 1905
and engage with the province’s HOURS* Summer Hours Major’s Parade and explore and explore the museum,
First Nations cultures. Monday – Friday: 9:30 A.M. – 6 P.M. the galleries and exhibits. art gallery and educational
Saturday – Sunday: 11 A.M. – 6 P.M.
HOURS* 9:30 A.M. – 5 P.M. daily HOURS* 11 A.M. – 5 P.M. daily centre, and the 7½ acres
Winter Hours
Free for members, otherwise
COST
Tuesday – Friday: 9:30 A.M. – 5 P.M. Kinder (5 and under): FREE
COST of Edwardian Gardens.
by suggested donation Saturday – Sunday: 12 P.M. – 6 P.M. Child (6 to 17): $ 6 HOURS* Labour Day – Victoria Day
of $ 5/person or $20/family Student (18+): $8 Tuesday – Sunday
Adult: $15
COST
Adult: $10
CONTACT 306-787-2815 9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
Youth (13-17): $12 Family (2 adults and
royalsaskmuseum.ca Child (3-12): $10 Victoria Day – Labour Day
@RoyalSaskMuseum up to 5 children): $ 30
Senior (60+): $10 Senior (60+): $ 8 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. daily
Toddler (2 and under): FREE COST By donation
Veterans of any police
CONTACT 306-791-7914
or military force: FREE CONTACT 306-787-5773
sasksciencecentre.com governmenthousesk.ca
CONTACT 1-866-567-7267
@SaskScienceCentre @governmenthouse
rcmphc.com
@RCMPHC
*all hours subject to change
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Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Sports Casino Regina Regina Farmers’ Market
Legislative Building Hall of Fame Located in the heart The Regina Farmers’ Market
Known as the marble palace, The Saskatchewan Sports of downtown, Casino Regina has been offering the very best
the Saskatchewan Legislative Hall of Fame was established is housed in the historic in Saskatchewan-grown and
Building is one of the largest to honour outstanding Union Station, a provincial made products since 1975.
legislative buildings in Canada. Saskatchewan athletes, heritage property. Each year, The year-round, family-friendly
It overlooks the beautiful championship teams the Casino provides markets are a must for Regina
Wascana Lake in Wascana and sport builders, as well an ‘Always Entertaining’ locals and visitors alike.
Centre. Tours of the building as to preserve the history experience through gaming, HOURS* Summer Outdoor Markets
are available seven days a week of Saskatchewan sport. live entertainment, restaurants Every Saturday and Wednesday
May 2 – Oct 10
and focus on the architecture HOURS* Monday – Friday: and exceptional service. 9 A.M. – 1 P.M.
and history of the building. 10 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. HOURS Sunday – Thursday: City Square Plaza
every third
Thursday 9 A.M. – 4 A.M.
8 A.M. – 5 P.M.
HOURS*
of the month: 4:30 P.M. – 8 P.M.
Fall, Winter & Spring Indoor Markets
Tours last 30 minutes and
Friday and Saturday: 24 hours Every Saturday
Saturday: 12 P.M. – 5 P.M.
depart every half hour during STARTING SPRING 2020
COST FREE (19+) Oct 17 – Dec 19, Jan 11 – Apr 25
summer and every hour CONTACT 1-800-555-3189
9 A.M. – 1 P.M.
during winter. Last tour of the COST By donation Core Ritchie Neighbourhood
casinoregina.com
day is at 4:30 P.M. CONTACT 306-780-9232
@CasinoRegina Centre (445 14th Ave)
COST FREE sasksportshalloffame.com COST FREE
@SaskSportsHF
CONTACT 306-787-5358 LOCATION City Square Plaza
legassembly.sk.ca/visitors CONTACT 306-209-1130
reginafarmersmarket.ca
@ReginaFarmersMarket
*all hours subject to change
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EXPERIENCE
ARTS & CULTURE
like a local
Mosaic Stadium Evraz Place
Mosaic Stadium is the Situated in the heart of Regina,
home of the Saskatchewan Evraz Place is the largest
Roughriders Football Club. interconnected event complex
With a seating capacity in Canada and the centre
of 33,000 expandable for business, entertainment
to 40,000, it delivers an and sport for the community.
incredible event experience Evraz Place hosts major
by offering guests comfort, sporting events and numerous
accessibility and a range concerts, trade shows
of concessions. Check their and conventions.
website for stadium tours. HOURS* Event dependent
HOURS* Event dependent COST Varies
COST Varies CONTACT 306-781-9200
CONTACT 306-525-2181
evrazplace.com
evrazplace.com/facilities/ @evrazplacelive
mosaic-stadium
@MosaicStadium
*all hours subject to change
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MacKenzie Art Gallery Conexus Arts Centre Globe Theatre Regina Symphony
The MacKenzie Art Gallery Regina’s Conexus Arts Located in the heart Orchestra (RSO)
is Saskatchewan’s original Centre is best known of downtown Regina, The RSO has inspired
public art gallery: an immersive as one of Canada’s most Globe Theatre is a national generations of concert-goers
centre for engaging people perfect acoustic performance centre of excellence in theatre- in the heart of the prairies.
in transformative experiences theatres. This modern facility in-the-round productions From internationally renowned
of the world through art, with features a beautiful 2,000 and in fostering the work conductors and virtuoso
an ongoing focus on Indigenous soft seat theatre and 55,000 of Saskatchewan artists. soloists, to film scores
culture and diversity. Offering square feet of multiple Experience why live is better and Broadway hits, the
compelling exhibitions by local, convention, meeting and escape into another RSO provides a live music
national and international artists, and tradeshow spaces. world as you take a seat. experience like no other.
alongside a brand-new café, HOURS* Event dependent HOURS* Box Office Hours: HOURS* Box Office Hours:
Craft Services, with stunning COST Varies Monday – Friday: 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. 9 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Saturday: 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. CONTACT 306-586-9555
views of Wascana Park. CONTACT Box Office: 306-525-9999
conexusartscentre.ca COST Varies reginasymphony.com
Monday – Wednesday
HOURS*
@reginasymphony
and Friday – Saturday: @ConexusArtsCentre CONTACT 306-525-6400
10 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. globetheatrelive.com
Thursday: 10 A.M. – 9 P.M. @globetheatrelive
Sunday/holidays: 12 P.M. – 5:30 P.M.
COST Youth (17 and under): FREE
Adults $10
CONTACT 306-584-4250
mackenzieartgallery.ca
@MacKenzieArtGallery
*all hours subject to change
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EXPLORE REGINA’S
NEIGHBOURHOODS
like a local
Dunlop Art Gallery RPL Film Theatre
at Regina Public Library – at Regina Public Library –
Central Library and Central Library
Sherwood Village Branch RPL Film Theatre screens
Dunlop Art Gallery is dedicated the best independent, classic,
to engaging, researching and world cinema – up to 30
and presenting a diverse range films a month. RPL Film Theatre
of visual artwork. The focus has something for everyone
is contemporary culture. and is the only cinema in the
Exhibitions are provided city to consistently present
at Central Library, and critically acclaimed new
Sherwood Village Branch. releases and repertory
HOURS* Varies – visit website cinema titles alike.
COST FREE HOURS* Varies – visit website
Central Library:
CONTACT COST Varies – visit website
306-777-6022 CONTACT Central Library:
2311 – 12th Ave. 306-777-6040
Sherwood Village: 2311 – 12th Ave.
306-777-6088 reginalibrary.ca/film-theatre
6121 Rochdale Blvd. @rplfilmtheatre
reginalibrary.ca/
dunlop-art-gallery
@dunlopartgallery
*all hours subject to change
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Downtown Regina Warehouse District
Grab a coffee Try local products
at Brewed Awakening and produce
1992 Hamilton St. from Local & Fresh
1377 Hamilton St.
Sip on a Smoked Play arcade
Old Fashioned games
at Hotel Saskatchewan at Baller’s Rec Room
2125 Victoria Ave. 2044 Dewdney Ave.
Stroll through the Regina Shop at 22Fresh
Farmers’ Market flagship headquarters
May – October, Outdoors 1378 McIntyre St.
Wednesday and Saturday
9 A.M. – 1 P.M. Try the trio Take a
City Square Plaza of house-made brewery tour
sausages at Bushwakker’s Brewpub
at Avenue Restaurant 2206 Dewdney Ave.
Shop local 2201 11th Ave.
Indulge in a
at Mortise & Tenon decadent macaroon
2415 11th Ave.
or cupcake
at Queen City Cakes
Enjoy live music 105 – 1275 Broad St.
Hang out
every weekend at in the taproom
The Cure Kitchen + Bar at Rebellion Brewery
2323 11th Ave. 1901 Dewdney Ave.
Browse the Shoppes Shop local fashion
on Hamilton and décor
Hamilton St. between at Brick + Mortar
11th and 12th Ave. 1170 Broad St.
Watch Watch live bands
a performance and performances
in the Show Lounge at The Exchange
at the Casino Regina 2431 8th Ave.
Stroll through the 1880 Saskatchewan Dr.
Dunlop Art Gallery
at RPL Central Branch
2311 – 12th Ave.
18 TOURISMREGINA.COM #SEEYQR 19Cathedral Village Wascana Centre
Shop fashion Enjoy an
for day and night unforgettable
at Uforia Muse
brunch
3024 13 th Ave.
from Skye Café & Bistro
Enjoy a selection 2903 Powerhouse Dr.
Rent a canoe, kayak,
of craft beers or paddle board
brewed on site from Wascana Canoe
at Pile O’ Bones & Kayak Rentals, available
Eat authentic 1808 Cameron St. Take a guided daily, May – September
Mexican food walking tour 3000 Wascana Dr.
at Malinche inside of Wascana Park. Tours
Pile O’ Bones are free and offered daily,
1808 Cameron St. Watch a creative from May – September Dive into
performance 2900 Wascana Dr. history during
at The Artesian a guided tour
2627 13 th Ave. of the Saskatchewan
Dine amidst a classic Browse the exhibits Legislative Building
old school diner at MacKenzie Art Gallery
2405 Legislative Dr.
3475 Albert St.
atmosphere
at Mercury Café & Grill
2936 13 th Ave.
Shop a variety Share a
of local handmade charcuterie board
products on the patio at Bar
at With These Hands Willow Eatery
Marvel at the 3500 13 th Ave.
Meet Scotty 3000 Wascana Dr.
beauty of Holy the world’s largest
Tyrannosaurus Rex,
Rosary Cathedral
at the Royal
built in 1912
3125 13 th Ave.
Grab a coffee Saskatchewan Museum Watch a musical
from 33 Coffee Roasters 2445 Albert St. or theatrical
3008 13 th Ave.
performance
at Conexus Arts Centre
200 Lakeshore Dr.
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College Avenue
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CONEXUS CAMPUS SOUND STAGE
1 Willow Island 1 Royal Saskatchewan Museum
SASKATCHEWAN
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MUSEUM
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3 Douglas Park 3 Conexus Performing Arts Centre
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INFORMATION KIOSK
5 Arboretum Park 5 Saskatchewan Legislative
2900 Wascana Dr.
6 Lakeshore Park Building
9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. daily
2 7 Queen Elizabeth II Gardens 6 MacKenzie Art Gallery
May 15 – August 31
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Conservation Area
23rd Avenue
Avocet Island
Wascana Lake
Trans Canada Trail 5.45 k m
Multipurpose Path 10 k m
WC Year Round Washrooms UNIVERSITY OF REGINA
WC Seasonal Washrooms
P Parking
Picnic And Barbecue
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FIRST NATIONS UNIVERSIT Y SHAKE THE L AKE
OF CANADA POW WOW August 28 & 29, 2020
April 18 & 19, 2020 shakethelakeregina.ca
fnunivpowwow.ca
QUEEN CIT Y MARATHON
SASK ATCHEWAN HIGHL AND September 11 – 13, 2020
GATHERING AND CELTIC FESTIVAL runqcm.com
May 16 & 17, 2020
saskhighland.ca SASK ATCHEWAN ROUGHRIDERS
Mid-June until end of November
CATHEDRAL VILL AGE ARTS FESTIVAL riderville.com
May 18 – 23, 2020
cvaf.ca REGINA PATS
Mid-September until Mid-April
MOSAIC FESTIVAL OF CULTURES reginapats.com
June 4 – 6, 2020
reginamulticulturalcouncil.ca CFL GREY CUP
November 22, 2020
QUEEN CIT Y PRIDE FESTIVAL riderville.com
June 5 – 14, 2020
queencitypride.ca CANADIAN WESTERN AGRIBITION
November 30 – December 5, 2020
CANADA’S FARM SHOW agribition.com
June 16 – 18, 2020
myfarmshow.com WINTERRUPTION
January 20 – 24, 2021
REGINA INTERNATIONAL reginafolkfestival.com
FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL
July 8 – 12, 2020 REGINA RESTAURANT WEEK
reginafringe.com January 25 – February 5, 2021
reginadowntown.ca
QUEEN CIT Y EX
July 29 – August 2, 2020
evrazplace.com/events/queen-city-ex For more information
REGINA FOLK FESTIVAL on events, shopping
August 7 – 9, 2020
reginafolkfestival.com restaurants and
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