Red Deer Attractions, Activities & Events

Alberta’s third largest city, Red Deer sits in a beautiful river valley midway between Calgary and Edmonton. Its central location makes it a natural meeting point for business. Its shops, restaurants and attractions make it an ideal location for a getaway or family reunion. Everything in town is within a 10-minute drive of Sheraton Red Deer.

Things to See & Do

  • Stroll Gaetz Avenue’s shopping district.
  • Play virtual sports at the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum.
  • Cheer on the local WHL hockey team (Go Rebels!) at ENMAX Centrium.
  • See a rodeo, horse show or concert at Westerner Park.
  • Hit the beach and water park at Sylvan Lake.
  • Tee off at River Bend Golf Course, Wolf Creek Golf Course or one of 28 other area courses.
  • Go mountain biking, fishing, paddling, skating, cross-country skiing or hiking at parks in and around the Red Deer River.
  • Enjoy the convenience of the Sheraton Red Deer onsite restaurants, bars, country western dance hall and VLT lounge.

Great Day Trip Destinations

  • Canyon Ski Area (9 km east)
  • Sylvan Lake (19 km west)
  • Rocky Mountain House (80 km west)
  • Ponoka (54 km north)
  • Historic downtown Lacombe (22 km north)
  • Alberta Prairie Steam Train, Stettler (92 km east)
  • Reynolds-Alberta Museum, Wetaskiwin (90 km north)
  • Royal Tyrrell Museum, Drumheller Valley (150 km south)

Find more ideas at Tourism Red Deer.

Red Deer Event Listings

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January

February

March

  • Alberta Pork Congress March 28 - 29, 2012
    Join us for the 38th Annual Tradeshow and social events to learn more about the latest products and services and connect with your suppliers.

April

May

  • Carswell’s Antique Show and Sale May 12 - 13, 2012
    Carswell's 23rd Mother's Day Antique Furniture & Collectables Show & Sale. Westerner Exposition Park Sat. 10 to 6 & Sun. 10 to 5. Over 350 Tables. Dealers from across Canada.Treat Yourself to an Enjoyable Adventure in Antique Hunting

June

July

  • Canada's Gospel Music Celebration July 12 - 14, 2012
    A weekend of gospel music and fellowship with guests from across the country.
  • Westerner Days Fair and Exposition July 18 - 22, 2012
    Westerner Days Fair & Exposistion is central Alberta’s largest summer celebration. From midway rides and free entertainment to the nightly Pony Chuckwagon Races and agricultural arts shows and exhibits, there’s something for everyone. Theres so much tio see and do – try picking a favorite!

August

  • Central Music Festival August 17 - 19, 2012
    Central Music Festival features a wide range of musical styles performed by the finest local, regional, national, and international musicians available. Attendees also enjoy a variety of food and beverages on site, and can browse through the wares and information in booths hosted by local businesses and organizations.
  • Western Canadian Reptile Expo 2012 August 25 - 26, 2012
    Western Canada's largest Reptile Expo will bring some of the biggest vendors and tons of reptile breeders and suppliers from across Canada to Red Deer. Reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates as well as all the supplies you could ever think of will be on display and ... sale.

September

October

November

  • Agri-Trade 2012 November 7 - 10, 2012
    Agri-Trade is a treat for the whole farm family and an opportunity for the next generation in agriculture to see progress and products first-hand. The show also features the Home Happenings exhibit, a diverse collection of products for the modern farm home.

December

  • Farm Credit Canada
  • Early Literacy Symposium
  • Parkland Community Living and Support Society

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