Meetings & Conventions
Red Deer’s central location is convenient for organizations whose membership is spread out across the province, but that is just one of several factors that make the region a good destination for tradeshows, meetings and conventions. Good meeting facilities at competitive rates, an abundant supply of reasonably priced accommodations and friendly western hospitality have been vital to the city’s success as a host destination. Central Alberta is the province’s activity hub, from amazing attractions people can explore during their downtime to great hosting venues with plentiful experience, Red Deer is the perfect city to host your upcoming meeting or convention.
Find the perfect space for your Event.
Come and explore over 350,000 square feet of our premier event and meeting spaces. All are waiting for you to add that unique touch or enhancement to create a memorable event experience. Our city hosts numerous events from 10 to 10,000 people and are here to truly to support you and your attendees. Red Deer offers the same sophisticated and innovated spaces that you will find in other destinations. So take a moment and see why planners select these partners time and time again for their event.
An Exceptional Place to Meet
8 reasons why Red Deer is an incredible meeting and conventions city.
1. Easy to get here- Located mid-way between Calgary and Edmonton, Red Deer is an easy 90 minute drive from either centre and International Airports. Red Deer is also the only city on the Canadian prairies with a potential market of more than 2 million people within a 160 km radius.
2. Easy to move around - Red Deer is easy and convenient to move around in. Delegates can access all services, amenities and central meeting sites or off site functions within minutes drive of each other.
3. Lots of places to stay- With 24 hotels and over 2,400 hotel rooms, delegates can choose from a wide variety of accommodation choices and prices.
4. No additional costs - Your delegates will enjoy many conveniences not available in larger centres including free and ample parking at all hotels and delegates can stay connected with free internet access.
5. Great value - With average room rates well below provincial averages, you’ll be impressed with the quality of accommodation available without sacrificing the amenities and services you and your delegates expect.
6. Outdoor space - Red Deer is renowned for its beautiful parks and green spaces. The Waskasoo Park system spanning the city offers a number of uncommon meeting spaces including a wildlife sanctuary, historic fort and heritage ranch. Guests can unwind on 100 km of trails that traverse the city and river valley.
7. Lots to do - Choose from unique western barbecue events to nature centres to art galleries or art classes. There are plenty of choices for entertainment for delegate or spousal programs.
8. Experienced hosts - Red Deer hosts many city wide conferences and sporting events including the Canada Winter Games, Memorial Cup, annual Agri-Trade, Scotties Tournament of Hearts (twice) and the Canadian Brier.
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Find the perfect space for your Event.
Come and explore over 350,000 square feet of our premier event and meeting spaces. All are waiting for you to add that unique touch or enhancement to create a memorable event experience. Our city hosts numerous events from 10 to 10,000 people and are here to truly to support you and your attendees. Red Deer offers the same sophisticated and innovated spaces that you will find in other destinations. So take a moment and see why planners select these partners time and time again for their event.
