Fort Whoop-Up has partnered with local BBQ sensation, Hickory Street, to offer picnic aficionados a unique culinary delight – a deconstructed Brisket sandwich served with flavorful sides. Enjoy perfectly smoked brisket accompanied by a Brioche bun, smokey bacon potato salad, dill pickle coleslaw, and Hickory Street’s renowned BBQ sauce. Pair this savory feast with a guided tour of Fort Whoop-Up and a scenic wagon ride through the picturesque Belly River Valley, promising an unforgettable picnic experience. Hickory Street, Lethbridge’s newest culinary hotspot, specializes in southern BBQ-inspired cuisine, adding a delicious touch to your adventure.

Picnic Box Contains the Following:

• Brioche

• Brisket

• BBQ sauce

• Potato salad

• Coleslaw

• Gooey butter cake

• Beverage

Fort Whoop-Up BBQ Brisket Picnics are available from June 19 – September 1, 2024. Wednesday through Sunday only. Picnics are not available on Monday or Tuesday.

Cost: $25/picnic experience (includes single admission, tour, picnic, beverage, and wagon ride)

Booking is required 24 hours in advance.

New at Fort Whoop-Up this summer, we've teamed up with Chef Stella | Diner & Catering, a beloved local restaurant, to offer picnic enthusiasts a special culinary treat – a Ham and Cheddar sub, Chicken Sunshine Salad, Chicken Caesar Salad, and Homemade Chips and Dip. These meticulously crafted dishes promise to satisfy every palate. Paired with a guided tour of Fort Whoop-Up and a scenic wagon ride through the Belly River Valley, your picnic adventure is guaranteed to be unforgettable, creating lasting memories with each bite.

Choose one of the following items for your picnic box:

• Ham and cheddar sub (honey mustard aioli, lettuce, sliced roasted in house leg of ham, cheddar)

• Chicken sunshine salad (mixed greens, fresh veggies, sunflower seeds, goat cheese, walnuts, and our sweet onion dressing)

• Chicken Caesar salad (Mamma Stellas Caesar dressing, homemade croutons and bacon bits, Parmesan cheese

• Homemade chips and dip

NOTE: Contents of the picnic box may change depending on availability.

Fort Whoop-Up Chef Stella Picnics are available from June 19 – September 1, 2024. Wednesday through Sunday only. Picnics are not available on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Cost: $25/picnic experience (includes single admission, tour, picnic, beverage, and wagon ride)

Booking is required 24 hours in advance.

Indulge in personal charcuterie picnics at the Fort this season. Delight in a curated assortment of cured meats, artisan cheeses, fresh fruits, crackers, olives, pickles, and nuts, all against the backdrop of one of Lethbridge’s top cultural destinations. Enhance your visit with a guided tour of Fort Whoop-Up and a scenic wagon ride through the picturesque Belly River Valley, ensuring a memorable outing for all. Our partner, Homestyle Charcuterie, a local Lethbridge business, prides itself on crafting authentic, high-quality culinary delights to complement your experience.

Picnic Box Contains the Following:

• Cured meats

• Artisanal cheeses

• Fruit (fresh & dried)

• Crackers

• Nuts

• Olives & pickles

• Condiment

• Sweet

• Beverage

NOTE: Contents of the picnic box may change depending on availability.

Fort Whoop-Up Homestyle Charcuterie Picnics are available from June 19 – September 1, 2024. Wednesday through Sunday only. Picnics are not available on Monday or Tuesday.

Cost: $25/picnic experience (includes single admission, tour, picnic, beverage, and wagon ride)

Booking is required 24 hours in advance.