Saturday in the City Walking Tour

The Saturday in the City walking tour is located on Gaetz Avenue, or Little Gaetz as it’s called. It’s one of the oldest streets in the city and, for decades, it was the place to go for browsing, shopping, or visiting with friends. Enjoy a leisurely stroll up and down the picturesque street and learn about the people and businesses that helped to shape Red Deer. As you go, be sure to stop and enjoy the variety of public art along the way.

Little Gaetz wasn’t so little in the first half of the 20th century; it was one of Red Deer’s busiest streets and the main highway between Calgary and Edmonton. With so many people passing through, businesses flourished and the street became a shopping destination for residents and visitors alike. Saturday shopping was also a social event, as people enjoyed the bright lights and fun of the city. Stores stayed open late often until midnight and Little Gaetz was abuzz with activity.

Click to download the Saturday in the City Walking Tour. As you visit the sites of these early businesses, you’ll get a glimpse into Red Deer’s early days and experience a bit of your own “Saturday in the City.”