Things to do this weekend | June 30- July 2, 2023
Check out our list of fun things to do this Canada Day weekend!
1. CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS AT BOWER PONDS
Save the date for the highly anticipated Canada Day Celebration at Bower Ponds, brought to you annually by the Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society! Enjoy a variety of international food booths, fun bouncy castles, culturally diverse performances, artisan booths showcasing local talent, interactive children’s activities, and live musical performances! Fireworks are scheduled for 11pm and they are weather dependent.
Website: www.facebook.com/RDCHS
When: Saturday, July 1, 2023 (11 am – 11 pm)
Where: Cronquist House, Bower Ponds (4707 Fountain Drive, Red Deer, AB)
2. FIREWORKS WATCH PARTY AT CAPSTONE
Climb aboard the Capstone Discovery Bus during the Canada Day festivities taking place across the river at Bower Ponds and make your way over to Capstone to witness a magnificent fireworks spectacle at 11 pm. Please be aware that for the safety and convenience of emergency vehicles, road closure will be in effect in Capstone from 8pm until midnight (local traffic permitted). Feel free to park for free in any metered or street stall downtown, then stroll into Capstone for a dazzling display of fireworks! The fireworks are weather dependent. Click here to see updates on all the events and festivities at Bower Ponds.
Website: www.liveincapstone.ca
When: Saturday, July 1, 2023 (11 pm)
Where: Canada 150 Square (5589 47 St, Red Deer, AB)
3. CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS ON ROSS STREET PATIO
Get ready for a rockin' Canada Day celebration on the Ross Street Patio! Enjoy live performances by the talented Red Deer River Blues Society Jammersus from 2-6 pm. They'll be giving you a sneak peek of their upcoming festival, Blues on Ross. Let's come together to honor our great nation and show our support for the talented individuals and downtown businesses who make it shine!
Website: www.downtownreddeer.com/ross-street-patio/
When: Saturday, July 1, 2023 (2:00 – 6:00 pm)
Where: Ross Street Patio (4930C 50 St, Red Deer, AB)
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4. RECREATION CENTRE - OUTDOOR POOL
Get ready to embrace summer break as school comes to an end! To make the most of your vacation, the Recreation Centre Outdoor Pool is offering additional public swimming opportunities on June 29 and 30. Take advantage of these extended hours and dive into a refreshing swim under the warm sunshine. Plan your visit by referring to the drop-in schedules available at www.reddeer.ca/DropIn.
Website: www.reddeer.ca/DropIn
Where: Recreation Centre (4501 47a Ave, Red Deer, AB)
Check out 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
Where: Canyon Ski Resort (38433 Range Road 264A, Red Deer County)
6. CANADA DAY PARTY AT BO'S BAR & STAGE
Make your way to Bo’s Bar and Stage for a sensational Canada Day party, featuring the incredible Gecko Band! Prepare to be amazed as this talented classic rock and blues band takes the stage, delivering an outstanding selection of tunes that will have you grooving all night long. With their focus on engaging the audience and creating a memorable experience, the Gecko Band guarantees a fantastic time for everyone in attendance. Come and revel in the lively atmosphere of Bo’s, and let the party begin!
Website: www.bosbar.com
When: Saturday, July 1, 2023 (8:00 pm – 11: 30 pm)
Where: Bo’s Bar and Stage (2310 50 Avenue, Red Deer, AB)
Be sure to visit The Velvet Olive Lounge and welcome roots and blues band JUKE to the stage for an unforgettable show! For numerous years, JUKE has been delighting crowds at pubs and clubs, earning their well-deserved popularity on the circuit. After witnessing their excellence firsthand, it’s evident why they captivate audiences with their extraordinary performances and lineup of experienced musicians. Cover for this show is by donation and guests will be seated first come, first served.
Website: www.thevelvetolive.com
When: Friday, June 30, 2023 (8:30 pm)
Where: The Velvet Olive Lounge (4928C 50 St, Red Deer, AB)
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8. FORT NORMANDEAU'S ARTIST TALK
Experience the enthralling exhibition Artist’s Talk of Indigenous Portraits in Lego® by Gregory Sawisky at Historic Fort Normandeau. This remarkable display showcases seven crafted portraits of Indigenous Elders and Chiefs, each artfully constructed with Lego®. Alongside each portrait, you’ll find insightful details about the revered individual and a copy of the original photograph that inspired the creation. Join us for this special occasion, indulge in refreshments, and have the opportunity to meet the artist.
Website: www.waskasoopark.ca
When: Friday, June 30, 2023 (6 pm – 7 pm)
Where: Historic Fort Normandeau (28054 B, Township Road 382, Red Deer, AB)
9. THE MARKET AT RED DEER
The Market at Red Deer takes place every Saturday until Thanksgiving weekend at its new location, Red Deer Polytechnic. Prepare to be enthralled at this fully stocked market full of farm-fresh produce and an extensive selection of goods, services, and entertainment.
When: Saturday, July 1, 2023 (8:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Where: Red Deer Polytechnic (100 College Boulevard, 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, we are proud to announce James Adams returning to the Ross Street Stage. Adams is one of Red Deer’s best pianists and vocalists – be sure to head down to this event early and grab yourself a seat!
Website: www.liveincapstone.ca
When: Sunday, July 2, 2023 (11:00 am – 1:30 pm)
Where: Canada 150 Square (5589 47 St, Red Deer, AB)
