In the winter of 2019, Red Deer hosted the Canada Winter Games – the largest multi sport event in the nation. We prepared by upgrading our facilities and mobilizing a host of enthusiastic volunteers to ensure the 3,600 athletes, their coaches, their families and their fans experienced the best games ever. The games have come and gone, but their legacy … Read More
What’s Happening in Red Deer in March
With the change of seasons, winter to spring, what could be better than getting out and participating in all the fun events happening in Red Deer. Whether they are indoors or outdoors, here are just a few ways you can get into the spring of things and make this month an enjoyable one. Get Outside For our sport fans we … Read More
What’s Happening in Red Deer this February
Fun Days Library Lovers Month All month long This is the time of year to celebrate libraries and all the things you love about them. Not only is it a place to discover new books to read but it has quiet reading and writing spaces you can work in, computer zones with internet access, community posting boards, poetry readings, kids, … Read More
What To Do in Red Deer During the Canada Winter Games
The Canada Winter Games February 15 – March 3 The Canadian Winter Games are finally here! With 19 different sporting events, free entertainment, food trucks, vendors, various games themed events, and much more we know Red Deer is going to be booming with excitement. Whether you’re visiting for the Games, live in Red Deer, or are just stopping by we … Read More
What To Do in Red Deer on Family Day
Family Day February 18 What could be better than a holiday designated to celebrate the family, a time to forget about the pressures of life, and indulge in a little fun with your kin. Red Deer has a multitude of activities to keep you entertained, from snowshoeing or cross country skiing down at Heritage Ranch to getting together for ice … Read More
Celebrate the Month of the Artist in Red Deer
January is the time to celebrate Alberta’s first annual Month of the Artist. Throughout January, we want to celebrate the creators, storytellers, innovators, teachers, and mentors that bring art to our communities. Their creativity has made a positive impact on our way of life and we would like to take the time to celebrate them. Alberta is the first province … Read More
What’s Happening in Red Deer this January
Fun Days Hot Tea Month All month long With January being the coldest month of the year what better way to warm up than a hot cup of Tea. It is the second most consumed beverage in the world, and has been known for its many health benefits. Here in Red Deer we can celebrate Hot Tea Month with a … Read More
Celebrate New Years in Red Deer
New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration. Some of us love staying home and ringing in the new year by watching movies and some of us like to wear our fanciest digs and paint the town red. For those of you that will be in Red Deer on December 31st, we’ve put together a list of some of the … Read More
What’s Happening in Red Deer this December
December is the month where the days are shorter, colder, and winter is well on its way. It’s a month of celebrations, winter sports, roaring fires and festive lights. We take time this month to celebrate, reconnect with old friends and make new ones. A month of giving and remembering all the good things life has to offer. Fun Days … Read More
2018 Winter Season Openings
Some shy away from the cold, but here in Red Deer we embrace it. Whether you love the cold or may be warming up to the idea of if, we love inviting visitors to experience Central Alberta at its coolest. Pursuit Adventures Winter tours start November 2nd Discover the magic of winter. Play in the snow, catch up with friends … Read More
What’s Happening in November in Red Deer
Fun Days World Kindness Day November 13th What a great day to not only celebrate but to engage in those random acts of kindness to help promote and make this world a better place. In Red Deer we have so many opportunities to help and a great way is to checkout out our Volunteer Central website. There are so many … Read More
2018 Holiday Craft Shows
Winter Holiday Market at the Baymont Inn & Suites November 10th Baymont Inn & Suites, 4311 49 Ave With Christmas in the air and the snow on the ground, why not venture down to the Baymont and partake in their Winter Holiday Market. This market includes free admission, children’s crafts and your chance to win a gift basket door prize! … Read More
BDC Small Business Week: Edgar Farms
BDC Small Business Week is a national celebration of Canadian entrepreneurs and their contribution to Canada’s economy. Events held during the week bring together entrepreneurs—and prospective entrepreneurs—at conferences, workshops, luncheons and trade fairs across Canada. Throughout October we’ll be profiling a few of Red Deer’s business owners. The Edgars farm with their daughter and son-in-law and the family’s farming roots … Read More
BDC Small Business Week: Holiday Inn Suites Red Deer South
BDC Small Business Week is a national celebration of Canadian entrepreneurs and their contribution to Canada’s economy. Events held during the week bring together entrepreneurs—and prospective entrepreneurs—at conferences, workshops, luncheons and trade fairs across Canada. Throughout October we’ll be profiling a few of Red Deer’s business owners. Shazma Charania heads Zainul & Shazma Holdings Ltd, a family owned and operated … Read More
CFR Ready Countdown: #1 CFR Activities
Join us and discover new and exciting things to do in Red Deer during CFR! Our CFR Ready itineraries highlight the must sees and dos in Red Deer and area. Country Fun CFR Cabaret October 30th – November 4th You can enjoy live music every night of CFR. Emerson Drive, Meghan Patrick, Alecia Aichelle and The Dungarees are only a … Read More
BDC Small Business Week: Pursuit Adventures
BDC Small Business Week is a national celebration of Canadian entrepreneurs and their contribution to Canada’s economy. Events held during the week bring together entrepreneurs—and prospective entrepreneurs—at conferences, workshops, luncheons and trade fairs across Canada. Throughout October we’ll be profiling a few of Red Deer’s business owners. Red Deer’s only tour company began as a ski bus offering weekend transportation … Read More
CFR Ready Countdown: #2 Test Your Skills
Join us and discover new and exciting things to do in Red Deer during CFR! Our CFR Ready itineraries highlight the must sees and dos in Red Deer and area. Try Something New Lockdown Escape Rooms 4836 51 St & 2085 Gaetz Ave Real-life themed adventure gaming, a type of light physical adventure game in which people are in a … Read More
It’s Pumpkin Time in Central Alberta
There is one thing that represents October more than anything else and that is the pumpkin. Why not celebrate throughout the month by dropping in to the Chronicles Comic & Cafe downtown for a pumpkin spice latte or one of their delicious house made pumpkin desserts! If you’re hungry and need warming up, a savoury pumpkin soup is always a … Read More
CFR Ready Countdown: #3 Quench Your Thirst in Red Deer
Join us and discover new and exciting things to do in Red Deer during CFR! Our CFR Ready itineraries highlight the must sees and dos in Red Deer and area. There’s a craft brewing revolution going on and Central Alberta is right in the middle of it. You’ll definitely want to delve deeper into our culture on a do-it-yourself tasting … Read More
What’s Happening in October in Red Deer
Fun Days International Coffee Day October 1st At a time when the days are getting shorter and the weather is getting colder, what’s better then a hot cup of coffee to help wake and warm us up? Whether it be an Americano at Meeting Waters Coffee & Roastery or maybe one of those fancy coffee‘s like a lavender chocolate latte … Read More