Abbey Centre

09/04/2026

Please be advised that due to the long weekend, the Abbey Centre's Labour Day holiday hours of operations will be 11:00 am - 5:00 pm on September 7.

This will also be the last day of the pool season at the Outdoor Aquatic Centre!

We'd like to once again thank all of you for joining us this season!

We will resume normal operating facility hours on September 8.

Have a happy and safe long weekend!

09/03/2026

Wow - This summer went by so quickly!
Thank you to all our members and visitors for joining us at the Outdoor Aquatic Centre this season - we had a blast!
We'd like to thank our seasonal lifeguards, programmers, swim lesson instructors, and aquatic volunteers who helped make this year so successful.

We want to take this time to also remind everyone that the last day of the pool season is Monday, September 7!
(Labour Day hours of operation are 11 am - 5 pm)

09/02/2026

It's almost time for Thrifty Thursday!
We offer different cost savings on various Abbey Centre services - available only on the first Thursday of the month.
Tomorrow, September 3, receive 10% off of a monthly membership.
Limit of one per person/family.

08/31/2026

Registration for Adult, Youth, and 50+ programs opens tomorrow! From fitness and wellness to arts, culture, and more, there's something for everyone!
Check out the online guide at www.blackfaldsabbey.ca/register, or pick up a printed copy at the Abbey Centre, Civic Centre, or Public Library to see what's available.

08/28/2026

Surprise! Today is a $4 Friday!
Day admissions regardless of age group are only $4.
Children under 2 years old are free

08/27/2026

Update:
We are back online!

Our website is currently experiencing some technical difficulties!

If you need any information or have any questions while our IT department works on re-establishing the connection, please reach out to Guest Services either by email at [email protected], by phone at 403.885.4039, or send us a message here!

Thank you for your patience!

08/27/2026

The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce's Business Award nominations are open, including the People's Choice for Customer Service (wink, wink). 😉

Check out the categories here: www.lacombechamber.ca/events-and-awards/lacombe-and-district-award-nominations/

Had amazing service that stuck with you? Nominate them for People's Choice for Customer Service of the Year!

This award recognizes an individual who's gone above and beyond with great customer service over the last 12 months. They don't need to be a Chamber member to be nominated, just someone who made your day a little better.

One thing to know: they can't have won this award in the last 3 years.

Nominate them today: https://www.lacombechamber.ca/events-and-awards/lacombe-and-district-award-nominations/peoples-choice-for-customer-service-nomination-form/

Let's give a shoutout to the folks who make every interaction in Lacombe a good one!

08/24/2026

Our Child Minding closure has been extended this week (August 24-28) as our team continues to pivot and support our final stretch of Camp Curious!

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding. We look forward to welcoming you and your littles back!

As our summer season comes to an end, Child Minding will be back to regular non-summer hours beginning August 31!

08/24/2026

We have so many programs coming up this fall, and we can't wait to welcome you, or welcome you back, to the Abbey!

From spin classes, to yoga, to sports - we have something for everyone, and something for all fitness levels.

If you have attended a fitness class, please leave a review in the comments below so interested users can see what to expect!

Registration for programming opens September 1!
Early registration for Abbey Centre annual members opens August 29.

08/21/2026

Let's get ready for sweater weather, falling leaves, and spooky season!

The Fall Program & Activity Guide is now available on the website and in print! We have some incredible fitness, youth, and adult programming coming up

Program registration opens August 29 for Abbey Centre annual members and September 1 for the public!

Have a look at the online guide at blackfaldsabbey.ca/register , or grab a printed copy at the Civic Centre, FCSS, Servus Credit Union Public Library, or the Abbey Centre!