Things to do this weekend | May 5-7, 2023
Check out our list of fun things to do this weekend around Red Deer and Central Alberta!
1. GASOLINE ALLEY FARMERS MARKET
Gasoline Alley Farmers' Market is an indoor marketplace situated in Red Deer County, that offers a vibrant shopping experience. This year-round market highlights local farmers, producers, and artisans and is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Website: www.gasolinealleymarket.ca
When: Fridays and Saturdays 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Sundays, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: 558 Laura Avenue, Red Deer County, Alberta
Join us in Capstone for free monthly bike cruises across Red Deer's Waskasoo Park trail system. All are welcome, whatever your skill level - fun comes first! All you need is your bike gear and water bottle (helmets are required if under 18). The bike cruise will be approximately 1.5 hours in length, with post-ride thirst quenching at Troubled Monk immediately following.
Website: www.liveincapstone.ca
When: Friday, May 5, 2023
Where: Canada 150 Square
3. MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT SHOW AND MARKET
Discover a variety of incredible vendors displaying their one-of-a-kind products at Baymont Inn on Saturday, May 6th, between 10 am and 4 pm for the Mother's Day Craft Show and Market! You'll have the chance to enter free gift card draws at every show, and there's no cost for admission or parking. Support these talented local vendors as they offer an array of distinctive shopping experiences.
Where: Baymont Inns and Suites Red Deer, 4311 49 Ave, Red Deer
When: Saturday, May 6, 2023
Cost: FREE
4. LIVE MUSIC AT THE MEMORIAL CENTRE
Enjoy two spectacular tributes to Elton John and Billy Joel on Friday, May 5th, 2023 with The Rocket Man and opening act The Piano Man! Don't miss these two visually and musically captivating stage productions featuring a full live band, multi-media, colourful costumes and dancers!
Website: www.reddeermemorialcentre.net
When: Friday, May 5, 2023
Where: 4214 58 St, Red Deer AB T4N 2L6
5. FIRST FRIDAY RED DEER: REMARKABLE RED DEER
Join the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery as part of #FirstFridaysRedDeer where they will unveil new additions to the collection including the taxidermized Buffalo head from the Buffalo Hotel and Curtis Labelle’s performance costume and memorabilia. Check out these treasures from the collection to celebrate their 50th anniversary!
Website: www.reddeermuseum.com
When: Friday, May 5, 2023, 5:00-8:00 pm
Where: 4525-47A Avenue Red Deer, Alberta
6. RED DEER TRAILS
It's going to be a beautiful weekend, why not explore the outdoors. The Red Deer trail system is well known as one of the best in Alberta. With over 110 km of easily accessible, paved, hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails that connect park users to beautiful green areas and park attractions. The nature and stunning sights you’ll see along the way will create beautiful lasting photos and memories. Click the link below to check out the Red Deer trail map.
This upcoming weekend looks beautiful, so why not venture out into the great outdoors? You could take a stroll through the Red Deer trail system, which offers more than 110 km of conveniently accessible, paved paths for walking, biking, and scootering. These trails link visitors to beautiful green spaces and park highlights. The breathtaking scenery you'll encounter along the way will undoubtedly make for wonderful memories and stunning photographs. Follow the link below to view the Red Deer trail map.
Website: www.visitreddeer.com/plan-your-trip/maps-guides
7. GASOLINE ALLEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON – INTERNATIONAL FEMALE RIDE DAY
Join the folks from Gasoline Alley Harley-Davidson for their International Female Ride Day. Meet and greet is at 11 am with a 12 pm BBQ burger lunch! The ride leaves for the Monkey Top in Bentley at 2 pm. Lunch proceeds go to Courageous Companions and Fostering Hope Animal Rescue.
Website: www.gasolinealleyharleydavidson.com
When: Saturday, May 13, 2023
Where: 37 Petrolia Drive, Red Deer County, AB T4E 1B3
Bull Ski Comedy presents the Original Sketch Show this weekend. For the past 15 years Bull Skit Comedy has been delivering Sketch, Improv, and featuring musicians from all over Alberta. They have created a brand-new sketch show each and every month for 10 years, now they will pay homage to that show! They are bringing old favourites, new sketches, a musician each night, and of course Improv.
When: Friday, May 5 2023, at 8 pm and Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 8 pm.
Where: Scott Block Theatre
Cost: Tickets are $30
9. VISIT KERRY WOOD NATURE CENTRE
Located in The City of Red Deer, on the south bank of the Red Deer River the Kerry Wood Nature Centre is Central Alberta’s year-round destination for environmental education. Visit the Nature Centre for hands-on natural history interpretation, interactive exhibits, unique books or gift ideas, and so much more. The Nature Centre is the hub of Red Deer’s Waskasoo Park Trail System; a starting point for anyone looking to delve into their natural surroundings and local wild spaces.
Website: www.waskasoopark.ca
When: Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (7 days a week) from Labour Day Monday until the Friday before May long weekend.
Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer, AB
10. ALBERTA SPORTS HALL OF FAME
Hurry on down to the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame. Interactive games, sports memorabilia, and all of the sport-related fun await you at this renowned facility! This year they are also introducing e-scooters, e-bikes, and electric Fat bikes for rent, a great time to explore the wonderful trails located behind the building.
Website: www.albertasportshall.ca
Where: # 102 - 4200 Hwy 2 Red Deer, AB, Canada T4N 1E3
