Fantastic shopping spots in and around Red Deer | 2023
There are only a few shopping days left until Christmas and not much time left to find that perfect present for that special someone. Here is a list of some places that you might want to check out as you find those perfect gifts.
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT GASOLINE ALLEY FARMERS MARKET
For the first time ever, they are open during the evenings so you can head on over to the market after work in the lead up to the big day. What you’ll find at the market is over 50 local businesses, fresh and delicious produce, meats, pies, and much more, plus pop-up vendors too. They have endless unique gift ideas, so you’ll be able to check everyone off your list!
Where: 558 Laura Avenue, Red Deer County, Alberta
Hours: Dec. 21 – 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Dec. 22 – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Dec. 23 – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Website: www.gasolinealleymarket.ca
Parkland Garden Centre is not just a place for plants; they have various beautiful giftware, books, and Christmas decorations.
Where: Parkland is located 3 minutes East of 30th Avenue, Red Deer on Highway 11 East.
Hours: Dec. 21 & 22 (9 am – 8 pm) Dec. 23 (10 am-7 pm) Dec. 24 (11 am – 4 pm)
Website: www.parklandgarden.ca
Whether you are looking for last-minute gifts or want to see Santa, Bower Place Shopping Centre has everything you need. From Sun-Terra Market to the Bay and all your other favourite stores they will have what you need. They are open until Christmas eve and closed on Christmas Day.
Where: 1000, 4900 Molly Banister Drive Red Deer, AB T4R 1N9
Hours: Mon-Sat (10 am – 9 pm) Christmas Eve (10 am – 4pm)
Website: www.bowerplace.com
BLUE GRASS SOD, NURSERY & GARDEN CENTRE
Fill your home with festive finds or get your holiday shopping done in one trip, Blue Grass has what you need to make your Christmas season Merry and Bright! Get out your planners and be sure to stop by for big savings on our gorgeous Christmas decor and more!
Where: 102-39026 Range Road 275 Red Deer County, AB T4S 2A9
Hours: Mon-Sat – 9 am – 6 pm, Christmas Eve – closed
Website: www.bluegrassnursery.com
Find lots of unique items and last-minute gifts at Parkland Mall. From Winners to Walmart, you can pick up everything you need. You can also see Santa here as well.
Where: 6359 50 Ave Red Deer, Alberta T4N 6H3
Hours: Dec. 21 – 22 (10am – 8pm) Dec. 23 (10am – 6pm) Dec. 24 (11am-4pm)
Website: www.parklandmall.ca
KERRY WOOD NATURE CENTRE GIFT SHOP
Check out the Nature Store located in the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and discover Central Alberta’s best selection of bird-houses, feeders, quality seed, books, toys, and unique gifts. They also carry bee/pollinator and bat houses and many nature-related items for kids.
Where: 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer, AB T4N 3M4
Hours: Winter hours 10:00 am – 5:00 pm daily, closed on Christmas.
Website: www.waskasoopark.ca
GLENN’S FAMILY RESTAURANT GIFT SHOP
Shop for unique gift gifts, including Canada souvenirs, tea, teapots, and lots of other items.
Where: 125 Leva Ave, Red Deer County, AB T4E 1B2
Hours: 9am – 6pm daily
Website: www.glennsfamilyrestaurant.com
RED DEER MUSEUM + ART GALLERY GIFT SHOP
They carry a small assortment of locally crafted goods, including jewelry, keychains, ceramic art, and more, created by Central Alberta artists. They also carry a limited quantity of fiction & non-fiction, historically focused, books. Selection includes works written by Central Alberta authors, published by the Central Alberta Historical Society.
Where: 4525-47A Avenue, Red Deer
Hours: Mon-Sat from 10 am-4:30 pm. Closed for the holidays from Dec. 23, 2023 to Jan. 1, 2024.
Website: www.reddeermuseum.com
GASOLINE ALLEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Gasoline Alley Harley-Davidson® is the Harley-Davidson® store to find all your parts, collectible items, and clothing. They have everything any Harley® enthusiast would need and has over 21 years of experience to help you with all your shopping needs
Where: 37 Petrolia Drive, Red Deer County, AB T4E 1B3
Hours: Tues-Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sat 10:00 – 4:00 pm
Website: www.gasolinealleyharleydavidson.com
Don’t forget to check out DOWNTOWN RED DEER for all your shopping needs. Stop in and grab a warm coffee from a local coffee shop before shopping at the downtown boutique stores. Click here to check out the Downtown Business Association‘s online directory of small local stores.
It isn’t easy to find the perfect present, so we hope these ideas can help get you inspired this holiday season. For more ideas of things to do or places to eat & drink this holiday season explore the rest of our website.
