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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Wrap Up Red Deer Giveaway 2023
This year, help make sure everyone has a warm winter!
We’re on a mission to collect new and gently used winter clothing for those in need, and we would love for you to join us. Here’s how you can help:
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DONATE: Bring NEW or GENTLY USED winter clothes to Trinity Church at any of the drop-off times listed below by Wednesday, December 6.
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SPREAD THE WORD: Help us get the message out! Would you be willing to tell your neighbours, workplace, families and friends about this initiative?
DROP OFF LOCATION: Trinity Church, Red Deer (5301 Gaetz Ave.)
- Mondays, 2-6pm
- Tuesdays, 2-6pm
- Wednesdays, 5-9pm
- Sundays, 8am - 1pm
Alternatively, you can drop clothing during the days to GB Music and Sound (on the upper floor of the Trinity Church building) or email info@trinityreddeer.ca to organise another drop-off time.
WINTER CLOTHING GIVEAWAY - SATURDAY DECEMBER 9 (3pm-9pm)
Grab a hot chocolate and some extra layers
for the winter while stocks last.
Tell your friends: it’s all free!
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December 2023Santa's Bus Tour
Santa is back on the bus, merrily cruising down the streets of Red Deer! Check out the route maps below and give Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the dancing elves a wave - they light up this bus just for you!
The first stop is at 5:30 p.m. and the tour continues until approximately 8 p.m. on the following evenings. Follow along on the MyBus website or app to see when Santa will arrive in your neighbourhood.
- Friday, December 8 – Route 1 (Red Line): North Red Deer (Pines, 67 Street, Johnstone Park, Kentwood, Glendale, Normandeau, Oriole Park, Riverside Meadows, Highland Green)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 1 (pdf) - Saturday, December 9 – Route 2 (Green Line): South Red Deer, Downtown (Bower, West Park, Downtown, Normandeau)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 2 (pdf) - Friday, December 15 – Route 3 (Blue Line): South Red Deer (Sunnybrook, Inglewood, Anders, Morrisroe, Eastview, Clearview Meadows, 55 Street, Downtown, Gaetz Avenue North)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 3 (pdf) - Saturday, December 16 – Route 4 (Yellow Line): East Red Deer (Vanier, Lancaster, Deer Park, Rosedale, Timberlands, Clearview Ridge)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 4 (pdf)
We’ve done our best to help Santa visit each neighbourhood in the city, but due to his busy schedule he cannot visit every street. Please choose the route closest to your home to catch a glimpse of the jolly man and his crew. For safety reasons, please remain on the sidewalk or in your yard and stay off the street during the bus tours.
This event is part of Red Deer Lights the Nights, which offers festive fun all season long. Learn more at www.reddeer.ca/rdlights!
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December 2023Winter Wonderland
Wander with us through a musical wonderland as the RDSO and Red Deer Royals join forces to present new arrangements of timeless classics and band standards. Put down the gift wrap, shake off the snow, and join us for a celebration of the holiday season that is sure to get audiences dancing in the aisles.
Get your tickets today at www.rdso.ca!
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Festive Treasures Market (by Crimson Star Events)
Festive Treasures Market by Crimson Star Events
Live Music, Festive Carnival, Vendors & More!
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Volunteering Opportunity
We are holding an ultrasound training session on December 11 & 12, 2023 at the Red Deer hospital to train our resident physicians and are looking for volunteers to be models for 2-3 hours.
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Volunteering Opportunity
We are holding an ultrasound training session on December 11 & 12, 2023 at the Red Deer hospital to train our resident physicians and are looking for volunteers to be models for 2-3 hours.
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December 2023Service of Comfort
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Lives Fully Lived: a speaker series - Meet Pianist and Composer Cheryl Cooney
Join us for a conversation with someone remarkable who will share their experiences living life in crescendo. Register at rdpl.org/events or by phone at 403-346-4576.
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Santa's Bus Tour
Santa is back on the bus, merrily cruising down the streets of Red Deer! Check out the route maps below and give Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the dancing elves a wave - they light up this bus just for you!
The first stop is at 5:30 p.m. and the tour continues until approximately 8 p.m. on the following evenings. Follow along on the MyBus website or app to see when Santa will arrive in your neighbourhood.
- Friday, December 8 – Route 1 (Red Line): North Red Deer (Pines, 67 Street, Johnstone Park, Kentwood, Glendale, Normandeau, Oriole Park, Riverside Meadows, Highland Green)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 1 (pdf) - Saturday, December 9 – Route 2 (Green Line): South Red Deer, Downtown (Bower, West Park, Downtown, Normandeau)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 2 (pdf) - Friday, December 15 – Route 3 (Blue Line): South Red Deer (Sunnybrook, Inglewood, Anders, Morrisroe, Eastview, Clearview Meadows, 55 Street, Downtown, Gaetz Avenue North)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 3 (pdf) - Saturday, December 16 – Route 4 (Yellow Line): East Red Deer (Vanier, Lancaster, Deer Park, Rosedale, Timberlands, Clearview Ridge)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 4 (pdf)
We’ve done our best to help Santa visit each neighbourhood in the city, but due to his busy schedule he cannot visit every street. Please choose the route closest to your home to catch a glimpse of the jolly man and his crew. For safety reasons, please remain on the sidewalk or in your yard and stay off the street during the bus tours.
This event is part of Red Deer Lights the Nights, which offers festive fun all season long. Learn more at www.reddeer.ca/rdlights!
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December 2023A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
Join us for a delightful evening of music and holiday cheer at the A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert! Get ready to be transported back to your childhood as our talented musicians bring to life the timeless melodies from the beloved Peanuts cartoon.
Date: Fri Dec 15 2023
Time: 7:00 PM MST
Location: 40 Holmes Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 6L6
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as the iconic tunes of Vince Guaraldi fill the air. From the jazzy "Linus and Lucy" to the heartwarming "Christmas Time Is Here," this concert promises to be a nostalgic journey that will leave you with a warm holiday glow.
Don't miss out on this special event! Grab your friends and family and come celebrate the season with us at the A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert. It's the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities!
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December 2023A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
Join us for a delightful evening of music and holiday cheer at the A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert! Get ready to be transported back to your childhood as our talented musicians bring to life the timeless melodies from the beloved Peanuts cartoon.
Date: Fri Dec 15 2023
Time: 7:00 PM MST
Location: 40 Holmes Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 6L6
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as the iconic tunes of Vince Guaraldi fill the air. From the jazzy "Linus and Lucy" to the heartwarming "Christmas Time Is Here," this concert promises to be a nostalgic journey that will leave you with a warm holiday glow.
Don't miss out on this special event! Grab your friends and family and come celebrate the season with us at the A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert. It's the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities!
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December 2023Red Deer Lights the Nights
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns as a month-long celebration of the holiday season.
Free, family-friendly activities are happening downtown and throughout the community, including:
- North Pole Patio Party – November 17 from 4-7 p.m. at Ross Street Patio
- Writes of Winter writing contest – through January 15, hosted by Red Deer Arts Council
- Winter Market – November 24 and 25 at Millennium Centre
- Rare & Remarkable Artisan Market – November 25 at Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
- Capstone Winter Nights Festival – December 1, 2 and 3 at Canada 150 Square
- Downtown Twinkle Tour – December 15 throughout downtown
- Santa’s Bus Tour – December 8, 9, 15 and 16 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Visit City Hall Park any time after November 16 to enjoy a beautiful display of colourful lights and festive decorations. Lights are turned on every day from sunset to sunrise until mid-January.
For more information on Red Deer Lights the Nights activities, presented by The City of Red Deer and the Downtown Business Association (DBA), visit reddeer.ca/RDLIGHTS and follow The City and DBA on social media.
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December 2023Christmas for Kids
This FREE Christmas event for Kids is an hour-and-a-half-long event. During the event, there will be an opening devotion, followed by fun Christmas activities, including a craft, snack, music, and a lesson on the Christmas story. The goal of this event is to share the life-saving message of the gospel with the children in our community.
Who's invited to Christmas for Kids?
All children ages 3 to 10 are invited to participate in Christmas for Kids! If you've been with us before, we'd love to see you again! If you're new with us, we'd love to get to know you!
How do I sign up for Christmas for Kids?
Click the link below to let us know who's attending!
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December 2023Santa's Bus Tour
Santa is back on the bus, merrily cruising down the streets of Red Deer! Check out the route maps below and give Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the dancing elves a wave - they light up this bus just for you!
The first stop is at 5:30 p.m. and the tour continues until approximately 8 p.m. on the following evenings. Follow along on the MyBus website or app to see when Santa will arrive in your neighbourhood.
- Friday, December 8 – Route 1 (Red Line): North Red Deer (Pines, 67 Street, Johnstone Park, Kentwood, Glendale, Normandeau, Oriole Park, Riverside Meadows, Highland Green)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 1 (pdf) - Saturday, December 9 – Route 2 (Green Line): South Red Deer, Downtown (Bower, West Park, Downtown, Normandeau)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 2 (pdf) - Friday, December 15 – Route 3 (Blue Line): South Red Deer (Sunnybrook, Inglewood, Anders, Morrisroe, Eastview, Clearview Meadows, 55 Street, Downtown, Gaetz Avenue North)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 3 (pdf) - Saturday, December 16 – Route 4 (Yellow Line): East Red Deer (Vanier, Lancaster, Deer Park, Rosedale, Timberlands, Clearview Ridge)
Santa's Bus Tour Map - Route 4 (pdf)
We’ve done our best to help Santa visit each neighbourhood in the city, but due to his busy schedule he cannot visit every street. Please choose the route closest to your home to catch a glimpse of the jolly man and his crew. For safety reasons, please remain on the sidewalk or in your yard and stay off the street during the bus tours.
This event is part of Red Deer Lights the Nights, which offers festive fun all season long. Learn more at www.reddeer.ca/rdlights!
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December 2023Crimson Star Artisan Market
Local Community Groups
Local Small Businesses
handmade/handcrafted
and more!
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January 2024Perspectives: Canada in the World featuring Chris Hadfield
Perspectives: Canada in the World is a series of public lectures featuring internationally recognized speakers talking about issues that are important to our community and beyond. Our fascinating guests are sure to spark your intellectual curiosity.
Our next guest will be Chris Hadfield, who will speak on “Preparing for the Unexpected: How to Manage Through Complexity and Change”.
Astronaut | Author | Musician | First Canadian Commander of the International Space Station
Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 7:00 pm
Red Deer Polytechnic
Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre
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July 2024The 5k Foam Fest
The World's #1 Fun Run! #GetFilthyClean
The 5K Foam Fest is a one of kind Obstacle Course based Fun Run. Join us for over 22 obstacles including the world's largest inflatable waterslide, mud pits and 2.5 MILLION cubic feet of foam! Rock out all day to 12,000 watts of awesome (family friendly) music, enjoy a FREE kids zone for kids 7 and under, taste delicious food, shop from local vendors and celebrate your success in our well-stocked beer garden. With a variety of obstacles and a ton of foam, the 5K Foam Fest run is an exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners alike.. Walk it, run it, charge it, fun it; this course should be enjoyed at your own pace and all obstacles are optional!