Our region is bursting with holiday cheer. Explore this guide to discover holiday activities Red Deer to celebrate this magical season!
Events & Entertainment:
Make the most of the season with these fun-filled holiday activities and events:
Red Deer Lights the Nights is festive fun for everyone to enjoy, all season long!
- November 21 – Mid January
- City Hall Park
- November 21, 4pm-7pm
- Ross Street Patio & Veterans Park
North Poll Stroll @ the Library
- November 21, 4pm-7pm
- Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
- November 21, 5pm & 6:30pm
- The Ellis House
- November 21-December 7 in Red Deer | December 13-14 in Sylvan Lake
- Central Alberta Theatre
- Purchase tickets here
- November 22, 4pm-7pm
- Troubled Monk Brewery
Winterlust Red Deer Weekend Cover Parties
- Fridays & Saturdays throughout Nov–Dec, 9 p.m.–late
- Bo’s Bar & Stage
Polar Express Train Ride
- November 15- December 23
- Alberta Steam Train – Located in Stettler
- Booking information here
The Christmas Pickle
- November 15 – December 23
- Various Downtown Red Deer Businesses
- November 26 – early January
- Capstone
- November 28, 5pm-8pm
- Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- November 28, 7:00 pm-11:00pm
- Westerner Park – Prairie Pavilion
- Purchase tickets here
- November 28-30
- Westerner Park, Neeralta Pavilion
- November 29, 1:00pm-3:00pm
- Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Mistletoe Magic: Princess Ball
- November 29, 5:00pm-10:00pm
- Westerner Park – Prairie Pavilion
- Purchase tickets here
Lit Line: Name that Christmas Tune
- December 1-December 31
- Call the Red Deer Public Library Lit Line at 403-342-9100 to test your Christmas song knowledge!
Late Night Christmas Date Night
- December 5, 6pm-10pm
- Paint of Interest
- December 5, 5pm-8pm
- Various Art Galleries around Red Deer
TLC (Toques, Lanterns and Cookies)
- December 6, 3:00pm-5:00pm
- Red Deer Arts Council
Kids Christmas Gift Paint Class
- December 6, 11am-5pm
- Paint of Interest
- December 6, 5:15pm-6:15pm
- City Hall Park
Corn Hole at the Legion – Christmas Style
- December 6, 11am-2:30pm
- Red Deer Legion
Red Deer Symphony Orchestra: Bows and Holly
- December 6, 7:30pm-9:30pm
- Red Deer Polytechnic Arts Centre
- December 6, 11:00am-2:00pm
- Parkland Mall
- December 11, 10am-11am
- Dawe Library Branch
Color Me Mine – Meet and Greet Grumpy Christmas
- December 12, 6:00pm-9:00pm
- Color Me Mine
- Register here
Santa, Elves & Grinch Christmas Party
- December 12, 11:00am-5:00pm
- Drop’n’Hop Play Cafe
- Purchase tickets here
Twinkle Tour: A Christmas Epic Quest
- December 5-22
- Downtown Businesses
- Register here
- December 11-14
- Red Deer Polytechnic’s Arts Centre, Main Stage
- Purchase tickets here
- December 15, 6:30pm-7:30pm
- Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
Christmas Concert in the Club Cafe
- December 17, 6:00pm-7:30pm
- Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- December 17, 6:30pm
- Red Hart Brewing
Indigenous Winter Solstice Storytime
- December 20, 12:00pm-2:00pm
- Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
- December 21, 1:00pm-4:00pm
- Kerry Wood Nature Centre
- December 27-28, 1:00pm-3:00pm
- Kerry Wood Nature Centre
- December 31, 11am-12pm
- Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
Christmas Markets:
If you’re looking for festive holiday activities, Central Alberta has you covered with a variety of Christmas markets, head to our Christmas Markets blog post, for all the Christmas Market information.
Holiday Lights
For a sparkling experience that captures the magic of the season, check out our dedicated Holiday Lights blog post. Explore the most dazzling displays and light tours—perfect for an evening of festive holiday activities with family and friends.
We’ll be updating it throughout the season as new light displays and details are announced.
Workshops:
Get into the festive spirit with hands-on holiday activities through these creative workshops! Whether you’re crafting wreaths, arranging centrepieces, or building a whimsical Grinch tree, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
Blue Grass Garden Centre:
- From grapevine wreaths to charcuterie boards and Whoville trees, Blue Grass offers a variety of hands-on workshops perfect for creating holiday decor and gifts.
- Choose from fresh wreath-making, entry planters, or festive table centerpieces. Their creative workshops make it easy to bring the season’s charm to your home.
- With resin ornament making, lantern building, and clay chip-and-dip platter workshops, you’re sure to leave with the perfect gift… or something you just have to keep for yourself.
- Dive into unique offerings like metal wreaths, gnome-making, and natural tablescapes. Workshops will take place at Stems Floral & Cafe in Capstone, or at the Winterlust popup at Bo’s Bar & Stage.
Photos with Santa Claus:
Capture the magic of the season with a quintessential holiday activity—photos with Santa!
- November 15 – December 24
- Hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 11am – 1:30pm, 2 – 5pm, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Sunday: 11:00am – 1:30pm, 2pm – 5pm
- December 7-23
- Hours:
- Sunday, December 7, 11:30 – 4 pm
- Thursday, December 11, 12:00 – 6 pm
- Friday, December 12, 12:00 – 6 pm
- December 13, 12:00 – 4:00 pm, a special green guest is taking over…
- Sunday, December 14, 12:00 – 4 pm
- Thursday, December 18, 12:00 – 6 pm
- Friday, December 19, 12:00 – 6 pm
- Saturday, December 20, 12:00 – 6 pm
- Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 4 pm
- Monday, December 22, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, December 23, 12:00 – 5 pm
- November 21, 4pm-7pm
- Ross Street Patio & Veterans Park
- December 6, 5:15pm-6:15pm
- City Hall Park
Gasoline Alley Harley Davidson
- December 6, 11am-3pm
- Pre-register for your Santa Photos today by emailing marketing@gah-d.ca.
- December 7, 10am-4pm
Blue Grass Garden Centre Christmas Market
- Stay up to date with their socials Santa, Mrs. Claus, & the Grinch and known to stop by…
Christmas Shopping Gift Guide
Local Shops
Support local this holiday season with this fantastic list of unique shops —perfect for finding one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list!
Blue Grass Sod, Nursery & Garden Centre
Gasoline Alley Farmers’ Market
Gasoline Alley Harley-Davidson
Glen’s Family Restaurant & Gift Shop
Parkland Nurseries & Garden Centre
Malls
Discover all your favorite stores in one place for the ultimate holiday shopping experience!
For more holiday activities, check out our indoor fun and outdoor activities blog posts for ideas on how to enjoy the season. You can also explore our full events calendar for even more exciting things happening in Central Alberta this holiday season.
