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July 2026Diaper Derby!
Ready, set, crawl!
Join us for a fun and adorable Diaper Derby, where the tiniest racers take center stage. This lighthearted crawling competition is perfect for babies who are crawling and their families. Cheer on your little one as they race (or wiggle) their way to the finish line! Great prizes will be given to the winners!
Registration required (you only need to register your baby).
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July 2026Alberta Bats Walk & Talk
Alberta Bats Walk & Talk
Sunday, July 5
From 9:30 p.m to 11:00 p.m.
Discover Alberta's amazing bat species! Join local expert Cory Olson from Wildlife Conservation Society Canada's Alberta Community Bat Program to learn about these fascinating creatures, debunk some common myths, and enjoy a walk through the Fort grounds in the hopes of spotting wild bats.
This program takes place at Historic Fort Normandeau. Please note: there is another Alberta Bats Walk & Talk happening at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre on August 1, 2026. Come to one or both!
All ages welcome.
$5/person. Ages 2 & under FREE.
All children and youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Pre-registration required by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 3.
Limited spaces.
This event runs rain or shine; it can be moved indoors in the event of inclement weather.
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July 2026Alberta Bats Walk & Talk
Alberta Bats Walk & Talk
Sunday, July 5
From 9:30 to 11:00 p.m.
Discover Alberta's amazing bat species! Join local expert Cory Olson from Wildlife Conservation Society Canada's Alberta Community Bat Program to learn about these fascinating creatures, debunk some common myths, and enjoy a walk through the Fort grounds in the hopes of spotting wild bats.
This program takes place at Historic Fort Normandeau. Please note: there is another Alberta Bats Walk & Talk happening at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre on August 1, 2026. Come to one or both!
All ages welcome.
$5/person. Ages 2 & under FREE.
All children and youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Pre-registration required by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 3.
Limited spaces.
This event runs rain or shine; it can be moved indoors in the event of inclement weather.
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July 2026Family Nature Nights: Brilliant Birds
FREE FUN for families with kids aged 4-12 although everyone is welcome and donations are encouraged!
When: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026
Registration from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM | Activities from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer
What: Join Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Nature Alberta to discover the secrets of the Sanctuary! Go on a guided nature walk around the Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary with interpreters from the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and learn about the birds of central Alberta with the Red Deer River Naturalists and Ellis Nature Centre staff!
No pets, please.
Weather Details: Will run rain or shine - please dress for the weather. In the event of extreme weather, notice of cancellation will be posted on our Facebook page and in the Facebook Event Discussion.
Registration Details: Registration is completed on-site from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM. We can only accommodate a limited number of families at these events. Be sure to arrive before registration ends to secure your family’s spot.
Share & Sign Up For Reminders: View and share this event on Facebook here. Mark yourself as 'interested' or 'attending' for event reminders and updates.
Volunteer Opportunities: If you are interested in volunteering for this event please sign up at: https://volunteersignup.org/4K7CR For more information, please visit naturealberta.ca/fnn-volunteer
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July 20263rd Annual Plein Art Paint Out
The Red Deer Arts Council and our VA committee are excited to present our 3rd annual "Plein Air Paint Out" at the McKenzie Trails on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
This 1 day event will feature time to paint late into the evening with a wet canvas sale throughout the day! Everyone is welcome to bring their favourite painting medium, and come enjoy a day of painting alongisde other creative community members! Bring your own canvas and supplies for this plein air event, and dress for the weather. We will have some easels available to borrow during the event.
Register here or day of at https://www.reddeerartscouncil.ca/news/plein-air
All paintings that are not sold that day will be displayed at the Red Deer Arts Council Community Gallery during the month of July and August with the intention to sell at a commission of 30%.
Members $10.00
Non-Members $15.00
Kids Free with (registration with an adult)
Schedule of the Plein Air Event:
- Painting Time Check-in starts 9am on Saturday.
- Turn in paintings throughout the day to dry and is for sale for the public to purchase.
- Sign Out 6pm.
- Paintings will be moved to the Community Gallery or Scott Block Venue to be exhibited for the Month of July to be purchased.
- Art Show & Sale through out the day and will continue in the Community Gallery until July 24th, 2026
- 30% commission to the Red Deer Arts Council to continue programming for the Plein Air Event Artists take home unsold works to be picked up Friday August 31, 2026.
If you want to help out and volunteer email us at
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July 2026Westerner Days 2026
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July 2026Friday Family Fun Night: Weaving with Nature
Looking for some outdoor summer fun? We’ll be weaving with nature and sitting in the sun. Everyone’s invited to come! Join us on Friday, July 24 and drop by any time between 5-8pm!
Free to attend! All supplies are included.