The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns are readying their soccer cleats, shin pads, scrum caps and fancy dress outfits for the upcoming Pronghorn Celebration weekend Sept. 19 to 21.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and the activities include evening entertainment and plenty of athletic action.

Fans are invited to cheer on Pronghorns soccer and rugby teams at the Community Stadium.

“We are excited to kick off the new season for Pronghorn Athletics, and we’re extending an invitation to the community to come and help us celebrate,” says Neil Langevin (BA/BEd ’91, MEd ’10), executive director of Athletics and Recreation Services. “We thank our community members for their continued support, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to our events during the Pronghorn Celebration Weekend and throughout the year.”

The weekend gets underway Friday, Sept 19, with the Pronghorn Gala and Cabaret. Following cocktails and dinner, entertainment will be provided by Dueling Pianos. A late-night lunch concludes the event. Individual tickets are $200 and include a special gift. A table of eight costs $1,600. Funds raised from the gala support Pronghorn Athletics. Reserve your tickets or table.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, including presenting sponsor, drink sponsor, late-night lunch sponsor and candy bar sponsor. Contact Kristen DeMone at kristen.demone@uleth.ca for more information.

The 2025-26 Pronghorn Athletics season unofficially kicks off on Saturday, Sept. 20, with the Horns Triple Header at the Community Stadium. Pronghorns women’s soccer hits the pitch at 2 p.m. to take on the Regina Cougars, followed by men's soccer at 4:15 p.m. versus the Victoria Vikes. Women's rugby closes out the day of Pronghorn action at 7 p.m. against the Calgary Dinos.

The RBC Fan Zone will feature a bouncy castle, face painting, interactive games and activities for the whole family. In addition, visitors can enjoy a beer garden and the ULethbridge Alumni Zone, featuring swag, prizes and more.

Best of all, admission is free, and when you register to attend the Triple Header, you’ll be entered into a draw for two WestJet vouchers for a complimentary round-trip flight to any of WestJet’s destinations in Canada. Register now.

To round out the weekend, the Pronghorns women’s soccer team will play Regina Cougars Sunday at noon, and the men’s team will face the UBC Thunderbirds at 2:15 p.m. Both games will be at the Community Stadium.