Things to do this weekend | January 20-22, 2023
Check out our list of fun things to do this weekend around Red Deer and Central Alberta!
It’s going to be a beautiful weekend, so why not pull out the skates and go down to Bower Ponds. Bower Ponds has long been one of the most popular and scenic skating locations in the area and they also have skate rentals.
Website: www.bowerponds.ca
Where: 4715 Fountain Drive Red Deer, AB T4N 6W4
Cost: Free to skate, rentals are additional fee.
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Enjoying the lake all year round. Head out to Sylvan Lake and go skating down by the pier. It is tons of fun for the whole family! Plus, there are lots of spots along the lakeshore to grab a hot cocoa or a bite to eat to warm up afterward.
Website: www.visitsylvanlake.ca
Where: Down by the Pier
Cost: Free
Canyon Ski Resort is located just 10 minutes east of the city and is the largest non-mountain downhill ski resort in Alberta. The 28.6 hectare ski area has 20 runs, six lifts, lights for night skiing, a ski lodge, a large ski school, and equipment rentals. They also have a snow tube park at Canyon Ski Resort. The park is located at the top of the hill complete with 6 groomed lanes and you can book your tickets online.
Website: www.canyonski.ca
Where: 38433, Range Rd 264A, Red Deer County, AB T4E 0Z1
Cost: Snowtubing is $25 for 2 hours
4. WINTER CAMPING SKILLS AT KERRY WOOD NATURE CENTRE
Join the experienced staff at Kerry Wood Nature Centre over the weekend as you learn skills and techniques to maximize your fun. Learn different camping skills such as proper clothing, equipment, water and food needs, as well as simple navigation and orientation skills.
When: Saturday, January 21 and Sunday, January 22, 2023
Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Cost: $20 per family. Pre-registration is required.
Cheer on the Red Deer Rebels either Friday, January 20 as they take on the Prince George Cougars, or Saturday, January 21 as they take on the Brandon Wheat Kings. Both games start at 7:00 pm at the Peavey Mart Centrium.
Website: www.reddeerrebels.com
When: Friday, January 20, 2023 and Saturday, January 21, 2023
Where: Peavey Mart Centrium, Westerner Park
Cost: $17-$27 per person
6. BULL SKIT COMEDY PRESENTS THE LAB
Bull Skit is bringing the community together and what better way to start 2023 than to give back to two amazing Improv teams here in Red Deer. Both Lindsay Thurber and Hunting Hill High School have participated in Nosebowl, Wildfire, and the Canadian Improv Games.
When: Friday, January 20, 2023
Where: Scott Block Theatre
Cost: $15 per person
7. GASOLINE ALLEY FARMERS MARKET
Gasoline Alley Farmers’ Market is a vibrant indoor market open year-round in Red Deer County that celebrates local producers, artisans, and farmers from Alberta. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
When: Fri, Jan. 20 and Sat, Jan. 21 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) and Sun, Jan. 22 (10:00 am – 4:00 pm)
Where: 558 Laura Avenue, Red Deer County, Alberta
Cost: FREE
Here in Red Deer, we are fortunate to have several spacious areas perfect for your skiing experience. River Bend Golf and Recreation Area has 19 km of groomed cross-country ski trails surrounded by the beautiful Red Deer River Valley with 4 km of lighted trails for evening runs. They also have cross-country ski rentals for the whole family if you want to try it out.
Website: www.rbgra.ca
Where: 3800 River Bend Drive
Red Deer County, AB T4P 0Y4
Cost: FREE, rentals are an additional fee
9. RV SHOW & SALE AT WESTERNER PARK
Woody's RV World and Southside Dodge will be bringing their best deals down to the grounds from January 19th - 29th, 2023.
When: Friday, January 19, 2023 – Sunday, January 29, 2023
Where: Westerner Park
Cost: FREE
The Healthy Living Expo is an event that is packed full of health professionals, fitness centres, local artisan vendors, and so much more in the realm of health and wellness join for one BIG day at the Harvest Centre at Westerner Park.
When: Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Westerner Park
Cost: $5 per adult admission/ $10 per family
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