Things to do this weekend | June 23-25, 2023
Check out our list of fun things to do this weekend around Red Deer and Central Alberta!
1. SUMMER TUBING – GRAND OPENING
Join us at Canyon Ski Resort for the official grand opening of the summer tubing tracks! This attraction is available for all ages 4 years and up and offers two 453-foot tube tracks for your enjoyment, making it the longest of its kind in Western Canada. After an exhilarating evening on the tracks, visitors are welcome to treat themselves and purchase food and beverages in the upper village.
Website: www.canyonski.ca
When: Friday, June 24, 2023 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm)
Where: Canyon Ski Resort (38433 Range Road 264A, Red Deer County)
2. CAPSTONE CABARET – The Button Down Boys
Enjoy this free outdoor concert series in the captivating community of Capstone and spoil yourself with some food truck treats! Headlining the event will be The Button Down Boys featuring Greg Leblanc and Rick Moore of Red Deer. The duo will be joined by Lee Foote and Brian Ficht as they come together in this fine foursome and offer up some blissful bluegrass beats!
Website: www.liveincapstone.ca
When: Friday, June 23, 2023 (7:00 pm – 9:30 pm)
Where: Canada 150 Square (5589 47 St, Red Deer, AB)
Solorzano Spa Café & Wine Bar welcomes you to enjoy the Twinkle Market! In the heart of downtown Red Deer, this vivacious Victorian-style home has been transformed into a comfortable, relaxing, and inviting spa space where everyone is welcome to unwind. Come indulge yourself, support local, and discover everything Solorzano Spa Café & Wine Bar has to offer!
Website: www.solorzanospa.ca
When: Saturday, June 24, 2023 (6 pm – 10 pm)
Where: Solorzano Spa Café & Wine Bar (4631 50 St, Red Deer, AB)
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4. 5K FOAM FEST AT HERITAGE RANCH
The 5K Foam Fest is happening at Heritage Ranch on Saturday, June 24, 2023. This is a one of kind obstacle course-based Fun Run, watch and cheer on the participants who will experience over 22 obstacles including the world's largest inflatable waterslide, mud pits, and 2.5 MILLION cubic feet of foam!
Website: www.facebook.com/foamfestreddeer
When: Saturday, June 24, 2023 (8 am – 4 pm)
Where: Heritage Ranch Red Deer, 6300 Cronquist Dr, Red Deer, AB T4N 7E8
5. LIVE MUSIC ON ROSS STREET PATIO
Experience a summer of unforgettable music at the Ross Street Patio! Embrace the incredible talent of local musicians and bands as the patio serves as the perfect backdrop for a memorable experience. Enjoy these free, public events and immerse yourself in the vibrant melodies.
Website: www.downtownreddeer.com/ross-street-patio/
When: Friday, June 23, 2023 (12:00 pm – 1:30 pm) & Saturday, June 24, 2023 (2 pm- 4 pm)
Where: Ross Street Patio (4930C 50 St, Red Deer, AB)
In the spirit of reconciliation, The Red Deer Native Friendship Society, community partners, and sponsors welcome you to join them for the 4th Annual Waskasoo Seepee Traditional Pow Wow. This event will feature traditional drums, singers, and dancers in full regalia who will share their skills and cultural expression.
Website: www.facebook.com
When: Saturday, June 24, 2023 (12 pm – 6 pm)
Where: Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre (120 College Cir #104, Red Deer, AB)
Offering a mix of genres and band sizes, the Sounds Like Sundays summer music series is a free public concert for all to enjoy. This weekend, they welcome The Polka Dots, a six-piece band formed in 2021 with members from Innisfail and Red Deer. This traditional Oompah band features the trumpet, tuba, trombone, drums, and two clarinets that come together to play polkas, waltzes, and even some rock and pop tunes!
Website: www.liveincapstone.ca
When: Sunday, June 25, 2023 (11:00 am – 1:30 pm)
Where: Canada 150 Square (5589 47 St, Red Deer, AB)
8. CURTIS LABELLE CONCERT AT THE SCOTT BLOCK THEATRE
Reuniting his band for their last show together in western Canada, Curtis Labelle will be bringing the house down at the Scott Block Theatre. Opening for Labelle is last year's Red Deer Battle of The Bands winner The Dillmans, and joining him on stage are special guests Jeremy Doody and Claude Godin. This is a combination of talents you can’t miss!
Website: www.visitreddeer.com
When: Friday, June 23, 2023 (7 pm – 9 pm)
Where: Scott Block Theatre (4816 50 Ave, Red Deer, AB)
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The Penhold Regional Multiplex invites you to their roller-skating event where they transform their incredible arena into a roller rink for an evening full of fun! Roller skate rentals are available for $10 + GST and all children under the age of 16 are required to wear a helmet.
Website: www.townofpenhold.ca
When: Friday, June 23, 2023 (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Where: Penhold Regional Multiplex (1 Waskasoo Ave, Penhold, AB)
10. GASOLINE ALLEY FARMERS MARKET: LETTUCE GROW WORKSHOP
Explore the world of lettuce varieties and handpick your favorites to create a beautiful, vibrant lettuce garden bowl. Joined by experts from The Jungle Farm, you’ll learn how to care for your lettuce so you can enjoy it for as long as possible. Participants will also receive homemade Jungle Farm berry vinaigrette to pair with their freshly harvested greens!
Website: www.gasolinealleymarket.ca
When: Sunday, June 25, 2023 (10 am – 12 pm)
Where: Gasoline Alley Farmers’ Market (558 Laura Avenue, Red Deer County, AB)
