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EXPERIENCE GUIDE
RED DEER AND COUNTY
Waskasoo Park Trail System - CPR Bridge
Red Deer River
City Hall Park - Red Deer
PUBLISHER
Tourism Red Deer
Every effort has been made to ensure that
information contained herein is correct.
Tourism Red Deer assumes no responsibility
for errors or omissions.
Editorial Contributions:
Cronquist House - Bower Ponds
Leslie Greentree, Shelley Newman,
Liz Taylor, Vicky Loughlin
w w w. t o u r i s m r e d d e e r. c o m
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2013 Summer Campaign
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ACTIVITIES + RECREATION
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TRAILS
GOLF
BIRDING
WATER
ATTRACTIONS
A SHORT DRIVE
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ARTS + CULTURE
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THE ARTS
GHOSTS
PERFORMING ARTS
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CENTENNIAL
LEARNING
DOWNTOWN
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SHOPPING + DINING
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ANTIQUING
SHOPPING
LOCAL FRESH FOOD
DINING
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MEETINGS + ACCOMMODATIONS
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MEETINGS
HOSTING SPORTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
B&B AND GUEST RANCHES
CAMPGROUNDS
ARTS + CULTURE
ARTS + CULTURE
SHOPPING + DINING
SHOPPING + DINING
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MEET + STAY
View the city from Piper Mountain in
Rotary Park
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Waskasoo Park Trail System - Bower Ponds
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Sip a
Huckleberry
Lemonade at
Cool Beans
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If there is one thing the people of Red Deer
know, it is how to enjoy themselves. There is so
much to do indoors and outdoors year-round..
This section is designed to spark your
Listen to a
loon
at dusk on
McKenzie Trail
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You’re invited to experience and
participate in an exciting variety of
adventures and recreational activities.
Wind down
with an evening
carriage ride
through
Heritage Ranch
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Indulge in a Brown Sugar Mama cupcake
from Babycakes Cupcakery
Bike, hike, or jog through Red Deer’s beautiful
parks and natural green spaces. There’s over
100 km of easily accessible, paved, hiking
and equestrian trails connecting park users to
beautiful green areas and park attractions.
door
Birding, golfing, fishing, water sports and outdoor
recreation will fill your days, leaving your
evenings free to relax in the hospitality and
comfort of our fine restaurants and hotels.
Treat yourself
with
Westerner Park’s
famous soft
ice cream
imagination and open up the realm of
possibilities for you and your family to enjoy.
SHOPPING + DINING
Challenge the
Mt. Everest
climbing wall
in the
Alberta Sports
Hall of Fame &
Museum
ARTS + CULTURE
Comfort
your soul with
Mac and Cheese
at the
Holiday Inn
South
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Spot a
Blue Herron
from the bird
blinds at
Kerry Wood
Nature Centre
Float and
splash down
Discovery Canyon’s
mini river
Waskasoo Park Trail System
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RED DEER,
NATURALLY
It’s a beautiful summer morning. And it’s
t’s
early. The temptation to stay in bed is
ough
strong, but the allure of the trails is enough
Red Deer has over 100 km of trails connecting
the parks and criss-crossing the city, and it’s
safe to say I’ve explored them all – probably
to draw me out of my warm nest. The sun
has just come up as I travel along Kerry
Wood Drive, heading for Bower Ponds.
When I get there, I see that the crew has
a couple of times. This run is one of my
favourites for the early morning, because –
strangely enough – it smells amazing. As we
approach the bridge that crosses the river,
almost all arrived: a handful of my friends
and relatives, like-minded people who love
the chance to connect with nature as they
exercise. Some people might call us naturalists
or runners or even crazy but, no matter
what our title, this Saturday morning ritual
has become a year-round source of joy.
I start to smile as I think of it. Then, half
way across the bridge, it happens: I smell
the moist, tangy air of the forest we’ll soon
be entering. My friends tease me because,
once again, I comment on the wonderful
scent. I laugh, too, and take some deep,
cleansing breaths, savouring the moment.
My group spends a few minutes chatting
and stretching and then starts out, taking
one loop around Bower Ponds to warm up
before heading down the trail. The rising sun
makes the red brick Cronquist House glow
as we trot past, and two sassy squirrels have
an animated discussion in the nearby trees.
This is part of the appeal of the trails, as each
person from my friends to the cyclists, dog
walkers and Scouts we’ve said hello to this
morning, everyone will take some special,
personal memory from their experiences.
The vibrancy and life of this natural,
outdoor space will continue to provide
us all with joy for the rest of the day.
I take a deep breath and feel myself relax as
the fresh, cool morning air fills my lungs. My
muscles come alive and my senses awaken
to the variety of colours and scents and
sounds. A light mist is forming above the
river and the chatter of birds fills the trees as
we run along the path to Heritage Ranch.
Outdoor
Gyms
Red Deer’s beautiful parks and natural green spaces are
well known throughout Alberta with over 100 km of easily
accessible, paved, hiking and equestrian trails connecting
park users to beautiful green areas and park attractions.
Biking, hiking, jogging, bird watching, picnics and peaceful walks
can all be enjoyed in various parks and facilities within the Waskasoo
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Park trail system. Discovery Canyon (a water playground), Great West
Adventure Park (site of an 1100 foot technical track for BMX biking), and the Red Deer Mountain
Bike Park are some of the many highlights within the City’s park system. www.waskasoopark.ca
Hiking or Jogging
Ranch Loop - 7.5 km
Devonian Trail – 5 km
Starting at Heritage Ranch and back
via Bower Ponds and Taylor Bridge, the
riverside setting provides a beautiful
introduction to Waskasoo Park and
a variety of leisure opportunities.
From Gaetz Park (confluence Waskasoo
Chief Loop – 10 km
Starting at Great Chief Park and back via
Gaetz Ave Bridge and Heritage Ranch
the Chief Loop appeals to sports teams,
families and groups with its range of
activities, trails and connecting ponds.
Lions Loop – 5.5 km
Lions Campground and back via Bower
Ponds, Taylor Bridge and 48 Ave
Bridge is located next to the river and
trail system and near downtown.
North Bank Trail - 9 km
From Heritage Ranch to the end of the
trail north of Three Mile Bend provides
trails along the river that offer abundant
opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Creek and Red Deer River) to the top
of Kin Kanyon, hiking and biking trails
meander thru Rotary Park and Kin
Canyon along the beautiful creek valley,
all the way to the Westerner grounds via
broad-based general workout. A park bench is included at
each of the sites to provide a convenient meeting place.
Location
Address
Victoria Park /Anders
Allan Street / Ayers Drive
Oriole Park
5204 Kerrywood Drive
Barrett Park
4725 43 Street
Glendale Park
Glendale Boulevard / Greig Drive
Primary Care Network Office
5136 47 Street
Bower Place
460 Barrett Drive
Mountview
4316 32 Street
Riverside Meadows
5616 Kerry Wood Drive
Rosedale
2 Rowland Street
Johnstone Crossing
105 Jenner Crescent
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It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or you have an
established fitness routine, you can get a great workout at
the outdoor gyms located along the trails and throughout
the City. Really an adult outdoor playground each gym
contains 12 double fitness machines selected to give a
the 3 km of paved Bower Woods Trail.
River Bend Golf & Recreation Area –
4 km
This championship course is surrounded
by wooded hiking trails and offers scenic
canoeing and fishing in the summer
and cross country skiing in the winter.
Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary - 5 km
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The Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary is set aside
as a refuge for native plants, animals
and birds. Since 1924, the sanctuary has
been protected as a federal migratory
bird sanctuary. Trails, viewing decks and
a bird-blind introduce you to a variety
of habitats. The Kerry Wood Nature
Centre provides activities, exhibits and
demonstrations used to interpret the
natural history of the Waskasoo Park.
McKenzie Trail
Recreation Area - 2.3 km
Terrain from meadow to spruce forest,
paved hiking trails and a canoe launch
complete this oasis. McKenzie Trails,
once the site of gravel pits is now a
wonderful oasis within the park system.
The main pond near the picnic shelter
and playground area is home to dozens
of Canada geese that raise their families
on the islands and stay all summer.
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Whether it’s summer at the Fort
or year-round at the Nature
Centre, explore Waskasoo Park
on your own or with our
Interpreters.
We bring Central Alberta’s
natural and cultural heritage to
life through exhibits, interactive
programs, exciting events, and
activities for all ages.
We are located at 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer, AB. Phone 403-36-2010, Fax 403-347-2550
Find us online at ZZZZDVNDVRRSDUNFD
Read our blog: ZDVNDVRRSDUNEORJVSRWFRP
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Great West Adventure BMX Park
Bower Ponds
The site of an 1100-foot technical track
for BMX biking, complete with many
obstacles including triple and double
jumps, step-ups and more. Local, regional
and national championships have
A popular destination within Waskasoo
Park with interconnected ponds for
paddling and trout fishing, a concession
with washrooms and equipment rentals
been held here and it is the home of
the Red Deer BMX Club. reddeer.ca
Red Deer Mountain Bike Park
Created and maintained by mountain bike
users, these trails provide climbs, drops and
various features for beginner, intermediate
and advanced mountain bikers looking for
a challenge! This natural parkland area is
also attractive to pedestrians and borders
an environmentally sensitive wetlands area
featuring special waterfowl. reddeer.ca
- paddleboats and canoes in summer,
and ice skates and toboggans in winter.
Overlooking the ponds is Cronquist House,
a restored Victorian-style farmhouse, built
IT’S ALL IN
THE GAME
in 1911. The newly renovated outdoor
stage area is used for special events
including Canada Day celebrations and other
special days and events during the year.
Planning for this weekend began months
ths ago,
een me
and it involved dozens of emails between
and my three closest friends. Finally, at long
I’m a bit early, so I warm up at the putting
green for a while, frequently checking
the parking lot to see if they’ve arrived.
last, the timeline for our annual golf weekend
is set: 18 holes on Friday, 36 on Saturday, and
another 36 on Sunday. It sounds like heaven.
Finally, everyone is here, and we’re all excited
Kin Kanyon
Boasts hiking and biking trails that wind
along the creek valley. Enjoy a picnic
or hot dog roast, cool your feet in the
wading pool or enjoy the playground area.
Glendale Skate Park
Firewood and washrooms are available.
Red Deer’s newest skate park located at the
Glendale School site, designed by New Line
Skateparks, is currently under construction
at the corner of 77 Street and Taylor Drive.
This centennial project will offer 17,000
sq ft of freestyle, street, and vert skating
Kiwanis Picnic Park and Playground
for all skill levels. The park is anticipated
to open in the early summer of 2013.
A popular spot. Nearby you can play nine
holes at the par 3 pitch and putt golf course
or enjoy a game of horseshoes. There is
a boat launch area, which is also used in
winter for snowmobilers to access the river.
Rotary Park
Disc Golf
Why not invite your friends and family to
play a round of disc golf? Disc golf is an
exciting new sport in Red Deer, and it’s free
for anyone who wants to play. The City
now has two courses, a new intermediate
course in Victoria Park (2013) and a
beginner course in Kentwood (2011). Score
cards are available at reddeerpcn.com, so
be sure to print one out before you go.
River Bend Golf Course
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Recently upgraded with a state-of-the-art
playground, with more than 50 play
activities for children aged 18 months to
12 years. Picnic shelter, fire-pits, washrooms
and firewood are also available on site.
Climb to the top of Piper Mountain for a
spectacular view of the city. Nearby is a
skate park, which is a popular destination
for skateboarders.
Red Deer is the perfect location for our
90-holes in 56 hours marathon event. The
city provides a midway meeting spot for my
friends, who live across the province. Plus,
me and my crew have a wealth of courses
to choose from, with rolling greens on
the banks of rivers and fairways threaded
through the forests of Central Alberta.
There are many lush, well-manicured
courses located within an hour’s drive of
Red Deer, and they’re challenging for any
skill level. Skill, it seems, is a topic that’s
received a lot of friendly yet competitive
discussion over the past few months.
to get started. The first hole comes with a lot
of pressure, as our initial drives will set the
tone for the entire weekend. Each of us takes
a decent-ish shot, with nothing abysmal, so
we all take deep breaths and head down the
fairway, chatting and catching up as we go.
Throughout the round, we share stories
and laughs, encouraging each other to try
different clubs and mocking each other
for missed shots. The sun is low in the sky
when we make the final putt on 18 and
head to the clubhouse for supper. The
discussion is filled with everyone’s thoughts
about the round: the turning point of the
day, the pure shot that gave some hope,
and the ever-elusive hole-in-one dream.
I’ve booked our five rounds at five different
courses, and we’ll hit the links in Red Deer
and in all four directions from it. Armed with
a couple of gag awards for the shortest drive
and the worst slice, I head out to meet my
friends for the first round on Friday evening.
I drive away from the course happy and
satisfied, filled up with the fun time I’ve
shared with my friends. And, the best part
is, there are still four more rounds to go.
Campgrounds
Driving Range
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Senior / Junior Rates
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Alberta Springs Golf Resort
Buffalo Rock Golf Course
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126 Queen St, Elnora, AB
403-773-3683
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Balmoral Golf Course
27042 Hwy 11, Red Deer County, AB
403-347-6263
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Fawn Meadows Golf and
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1750 18 Ave, Delburne, AB
403-749-3296 fawnmeadowslodge.com
River Bend Golf and Recreation Area
R.R.1, Site 19, Box 4, Red Deer County, AB
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Spirit Creek Golf and Country Club
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Lakewood Golf Resort
reddeergolf.com
1237 Twp Rd 391, Red Deer County, AB
403-887-2477 lakewoodgolfresort.ca
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36203 Range Rd 251, Pine Lake, AB
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Top O’ the Hill Golf Inc.
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403-887-2766 topofthehillgolf.ca
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5324 Lake Shore Drive Sylvan Lake, AB
403-887-3190 lakesidegokart.ca
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403-728-3010
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Online bookings available.
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Pine Hills Golf Club
Ponoka Community Golf Club
Wolf Creek Golf Resort
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THE NURSERY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
41101 RR 27-0 Lacombe, AB T4L 1W9
403-782-5400
fax: 403-782-3126
[email protected]
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Bowden Golf Course
2313 17 Ave, Bowden, AB
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6080 Lakewood Drive, Innisfail, AB
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Nursery Golf and Country Club
41101 Range Rd 27, Lacombe County, AB
Ponoka Golf Club
403-782-5400
403-783-4626 - Proshop
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Corner of Hwy 11 and Hwy 781, Sylvan Lake, AB
403-887-5100
3519 46 Street, Ponoka, AB
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41101 RR 27-0 Lacombe, AB T4L 1W9
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Ponoka, AB
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Rocky Mountain House, AB
403-783-6050
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Pine Hills Golf Club
The Nursery Golf Club;
with 6600 yards of unique
tree lined fairways,
numerous water hazards,
and large challenging
greens, offers an unforgettable golf experience.
The par 6 11th at 782 yards, “The Longest Hole
in Canada”, is a must play. With rates ranging
from $24-$44 everyone can enjoy “The Nursery
Experience”.
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Ponoka Community Golf Club
403-783-4626
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Meadowlands Golf Club
Conveniently located in the Central Alberta town of
Ponoka. Our 18 hole Community Course is nestled
in the historic and picturesque valley of the Battle
River on the southeast side of the town of Ponoka.
Come visit us and enjoy one of the best kept golf
secrets in central Alberta.
Just a 30 minute drive
southwest of Red Deer on
the shore of Gleniffer Lake.
You will enjoy over 3300
yards of golf on our Par
36 course which is maintained to Country Club
standards and our 9 hole Par 3. Golf with your
children, have a family fun day, staff party or just
polish your short game. Power cart and pull cart
rentals available.
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www.nurserygolf.com
Town of Sylvan Lake
Town of Blackfalds
a Par Three Course with one of the best
views of the lake. If you prefer golf of the
miniature kind, we’ve got that too, along
with go-karts, bowling, paint ball and more!
Sylvan Lake is Central Alberta’s recreation
destination and a town for all seasons! A
beautiful stretch of shoreline awaits you
along with fantastic indoor and outdoor
facilities, activities, events and festivals.
2013 is Sylvan Lake’s 100th Birthday and
Unique shops, spas and dinning are just across
the street from one of Alberta’s most popular
lakes.
Sylvan Lake is home to the Sylvan Lake
Sailing Club, the Sylvan Lake ½ Iron Triathlon
and Wild Rapids - Western Canada’s largest
outdoor waterslide park!
special events and activities are planned,
while annual favourites such as Shake the
Lake, Jazz at the Lake and 1913 Days will all
have a special focus on Sylvan Lake’s exciting
history to celebrate the Centennial!
A FEW NOTABLE EVENTS AND DATES ARE:
1913 Days - Take a step
back in time to celebrate
the town’s history with
1913 Days scheduled this
year for June 14 - 16.
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being two of the most popular.
2014 will see the opening of the new
Blackfalds Field House home to the first
indoor link to the Trans Canada Trail
system through the running track, a large
gymnasium, children’s indoor playground,
exercise area and an outdoor splash park, two
water slides and a 25 person hot tub.
Plan to be in Blackfalds the middle of
February to take part in the excitement
of Winterfest, and the middle of June for
Blackfalds Days.
Shake the Lake - This summer
action sports and music
festical is held at Railway Park
Promenade, BMX Competitions,
face painting, concerts and
more! The festival is scheduled
this year for Aug. 9 - 11.
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Jazz at the Lake - a 4 day multivenue jazz music festival offering
cool tunes for all. With many free
outdoor music venues as well as high
class performances at the Stevenson
Performing Arts Centre, people
travel for miles to take in a show!
This year’s festival is August 15 - 18.
The Tayles Water Spray Park, Optimist Skate
Board Park and beautiful parks and trail system
will keep you busy throughout the spring and
summer. In the winter you can enjoy a skate at
the Multi-Plex Outdoor Arena or cheer on the
Blackfalds Wranglers Junior B hockey team or
many of the Blackfalds minor hockey teams.
Visit blackfalds.com for a complete list of
facilities, services and other exciting community
events. Blackfalds – a nice place to grow.
The arena hosts many tournaments and ice
rental from September to the end of March
and includes a spectator capacity of 750.
All-Star Park is located in the southwest
corner of Blackfalds and operates 4 quality
fenced ball diamonds and soccer fields with
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Visit www.blackfalds.com for
a complete list of facilities, services
and other exciting community events.
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If it’s golf you’re after, Sylvan Lake is home
to a long list of fine golf courses, including
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concession, covered and fenced picnic area,
onsite camping with fire pits, washroom and
shower facilities. The Town hosts over 18
slo-pitch events from May to September each
year bringing in teams from all over Alberta.
Come Play with Us in 2013!
Visit sylvanlake.ca
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Only ten minutes north of the City of Red
Deer along Highway 2, the Town of Blackfalds
puts an emphasis on creating a fun and family
oriented environment. The community hosts
many programs and events throughout the
year, with Winterfest and Blackfalds Days
Town of Ponoka
Village of Alix
The Village of Alix provides visitors with a
unique experience with year-round special
events. Highlights include Bull-A-Rama and the
Alix WI Spring Market in May and Aloha Days
at the Alix Lake Recreation Area in August.
Canada’s largest indoor play structures. This
facility will provide energetic, affordable fun
for your child or group in a climate controlled
atmosphere. This unique experience will create
memories for both child and parent. Come
and relax while your child burns off energy.
Alix Lake comes into focus at the end of Main
Street in downtown Alix. With a recreational
area hosting camping, day use, playground,
swimming a concession and smooth waters
for waterskiing and wakeboarding enthusiasts.
Feel like a nature walk? Take a stroll on the 6
km walking trail or just relax in one of Alix’s
many parks.
An authentic small town experience unlike
any other, Ponoka is a town that believes in
keeping it real, from how the locals share a
well told story to the fresh local fare served
in their restaurants.
They even keep it real when it comes
to events and adventures like the Soap
Box Derby, Vintage Motorcycle Rally or
Annual Stampede; boasting 7 days of
entertainment and raw professional rodeo
since 1936.
History buffs will enjoy the Fort Ostell
Museums pioneer artifacts, early native
relics and feature exhibit “History
of the Care of the Mentally Ill”. The
Museum is located beside Centennial
Park which features a splash park,
mini-golf, playground, trout fishing,
stage area, and ‘The Legacy’; the
world’s largest bucking horse.
Ponoka
5102 48 Ave
Ponoka, AB T4J 1P7
403-783-6363.
[email protected]
www.ponoka.ca
We believe in keeping it real, especially when it
comes to the important things in life. We even keep
it real when it comes to events like our 77th Annual
Stampede. This year, take the short drive to Ponoka
and experience something authentic and fun only
minutes off Highway 2.
In Ponoka’s historic downtown, urban
explorers will experience unique shops
and restaurants offering modern treasures
combined with old fashioned friendliness
and hospitality. Many of our merchants also
offer one of a kind and hand crafted items
made by local artisans.
A Way of Life...
YEAR ROUND SPECIAL EVENTS
Bull-A-Rama, Aloha Days, Winter Festival, Family and Canada Day
New this year is ‘A Walk Among Us’ in June that features actors
portraying local historic characters, including Irene Parlby,
who was a member of the ‘Famous Five’.
MOON WALKERS
Spend a day relaxing, while your child burns off energy at
Moon Walkers, one of Canada’s largest indoor play structures. Providing
energetic, affordable fun for your child or group.
ALIX LAKE
Enjoy the recreational area hosting camping, day use area,
playground, swimming, a concession and 6km of walking trail
around the lake.
www.villageofalix.ca
Town of Innisfail
A hidden gem in the heart of Central
Alberta, with the majestic Rocky Mountain
range clearly visible to the west, Innisfail is
surrounded by the wild beauty, big sky, and
open space of the Alberta aspen parkland.
Originally known as Poplar Grove to the
wagon and cart drivers of the region, the
town came to be known as “Innisfail”,
a word of Celtic origin meaning “Isle of
Destiny”, by the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Innisfail easily lives up to its title. Located
on the west side of the QEII Highway, along
the busy and affluent Calgary – Edmonton
Corridor, Innisfail has always been a
convenient, strategic, and progressive
Central Alberta location.
You’ll find that the neighbourly feel
of a small town, combined with all the
amenities of a larger centre make Innisfail
the perfect destination. Explore our
website, and our town, and find out for
yourself why everyone is just “Wild About
Innisfail!”
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This year’s highlight include A Walk Among Us, a
full day event held on Main Street in June which
will feature actor’s portraying local historic
characters including Irene Parlby. Irene Parlby,
who was the last surviving member of the
Famous Five. As a homesteader in Alberta, Irene
Parlby fought for the rights of rural women and
children; she was the president of the United
Farm Women of Alberta and the first woman
appointed as a Cabinet minister of Alberta.
Also new this year is Moon Walkers one of
Innisfail
4943 – 53 Street
Innisfail, AB T4G 1A1
403-227-3376
[email protected]
www.innisfail.ca
Located along the busy and affluent Calgary –
Edmonton Corridor on the QEII Highway, near the
majestic Rocky Mountains, Innisfail is a convenient,
vibrant, and progressive Central Alberta community.
A small town, neighborly feel, and all the amenities
of a larger centre make Innisfail the ideal vacation or
relocation destination.
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Central Alberta is full of events, family
Rimbey
Sylvan Lake
activities, festivals, rodeos and more!
July 6
June 14 – 16
There’s something to keep your family and
Rimbey Show ‘n Shine
rimbey.com
1913 Days
sylvanlake.ca
friends entertained all summer long...
July 13
Aug 9 – 11
Rimbey Rodeo Parade
rimbey.com
Shake the Lake
shakethelake.ca
Rocky Mtn House
Aug 15 – 18
Innisfail
Ponoka
June 1 – 2
June 21 – 23
Springtime Country Drive
countrydrive.ca
Ride for Sight
rideforsight.com
June 13 – June 16
June 25 – July 1
Innisfail 53rd Annual Professional Rodeo
innisfailauctionmarket.com
2013 Ponoka Stampede
ponokastampede.com
July 27 – 28
August 30 – September 1
Discovery Wildlife Park “Night at the Zoo”
discoverywildlifepark.com
Summer Send Off Music Festival
festivalseekers.com/abcentral/summersendoff
Lacombe
Red Deer County
July 18 – 21
July 5 – 7
Lacombe Days
lacombedays.ca
Benalto Pro Rodeo
benaltoagsociety.ca
August 2 – 5
August 9 – 10
Gull Lake Centennial Celebrations
gulllakecentennial.com
Elnora Brama Rama
403-588-4346
August 30, 31 & September 1
August 16 – 18
Alberta’s Own 12th Annual
Indie Music Festival
abown.com
Central Music Festival
centralmusicfest.com
Jazz at the Lake Festival
jazzatthelake.com
June 5 – 9
Rocky Rodeo
rockymtnhouse.com
Wetaskiwin
July 19 – 21
June 8 – 9
Rocky Mountain House Centennial Celebrations
rockymtnhouse.com
History Road
reynoldsalbertamuseum.com
Aug 14 – 18
June 14 – 16
Battle of the Rockies Chuckwagon Races
battleoftherockies.org
Wetaskiwin Rawhide Rodeo
wetaskiwinag.com
Stettler
Aug 31 & Sept 1
June 15
Stettler Car Club Show ‘n Shine & Cruise
stettlerboardoftrade.com
July 20 – 21
Stettler Car Club Shoot Out
August 31, September 1 & 2
5th Anniversary Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede
Harvest Festival
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Alexander Way - 48 Street Downtown Red Deer
Immerse yourself in all that the Red
Deer Region has to offer and learn more
about our culture, events and people. The
city’s many arts and cultural venues offer
a variety of shows, performances and
exhibitions that make our area unique.
Imagine sitting under a tree at Bower Ponds
on a sunny day, with live performances
taking place on the stage in front
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of you and the landmark Cronquist
House nestled in the trees behind. This
summery scene is part of Sundays in the
Park, and it’s just one of many cultural
activities you can enjoy in Red Deer.
the artistic appeal of an exhibit at the
Harris Warke Gallery. Throughout the
year, you can soak up the arts at special
events or at Red Deer’s many museums,
galleries, theatres and concerts.
Mural of 1902 Citizens Band 4730 Ross Street
From winter carnivals to summer festivals
to live performances, you’re sure to find
something to satisfy your cultural appetite.
You might take in CentreFest and spend
the weekend being amazed by worldclass street performers. Perhaps you’d
prefer the intimate setting of a local band
playing at the Velvet Olive Lounge, or
Red Deer Artwalk Festival
unlock the past
Discover the stories and treasures of Alberta’s
people and places by joining us on a unique set
of driving tours featuring 44 member museums in
Central Alberta. Unlock the stories of the Women of
Aspenland and the pioneers who shaped our land
by following us on facebook & twitter @CARMNAB
Central Alberta Museums
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www.unlockthepast.ca
photo by Dwight Arthur
The first Friday evening of every month,
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regardless of the season, Red Deerians
ugh
and visitors are invited to wander through
Street Gallery, featuring drawings, paintings
and crafts from street-involved people.
The range of talent and styles is amazing.
various downtown venues to see new art
shows. An informal event where people
come and go, First Fridays have become
popular as a date night; some venues
We loop over to Gallery IS, one block
south and one block west, where Erika
Schultz and Jeri Lynn Ing display a versatile
arrangement of large and small paintings.
are galleries, others are public spaces or
businesses. Some venues offer wine or punch,
some have light finger foods, and some
feature live entertainment. And they’re all
within walking distance of each other.
Along our art walk, we see the same
people moving from gallery to gallery – we
recognize each other, and compare notes
We start out in the Harris-Warke Gallery in
the back of Sunworks on Ross Street; the
show this month is “In the Blink of a Smile”
by Andrea Simpson. It combines glass pieces
with paintings, and my husband and I enjoy
discussing each piece before moving on to the
next. We move next door to Café Pichilingue
where, on this particular night, the show is
“Filtered Artist,” a show by Paul Boultbee.
@RedDeerMuseum
My husband and I have developed a routine:
at each venue, we must choose a piece we
Next, we head west on Ross Street to
The Hub, where the show, “Michener Art
Divas,” showcases work by three female
would take home, and tell each other why.
It compels us to spend time with the art.
And we’ve found that if we take time with
each piece, we always have something to say
about it. That’s why the Velvet Olive pub is
the last venue on our list; after appreciating
the show by Alberta Art & Drafting staff,
artists. Outside again, we turn north on
Gaetz Avenue to visit the Art from the
we settle in happily with a glass of wine
to talk about all we’ve seen tonight.
The artist is in attendance and happy to
chat about his work and inspirations.
fb.com/RedDeerMuseum
andArtGallery
about our experiences as we walk east to
the public library. Downstairs in the Kiwanis
Gallery, members of the Arts Council
display another wide-ranging exhibition
of paintings, drawings and photographs.
A musician plays tonight – last month’s
show featured a couple of local writers.
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FRIDAYS
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Sound the Alarm - North-west corner 49 Street & 48 Ave
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SILENT
LEGACY
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There are currently ten ghosts scattered
throughout downtown. One of the most
dramatic is “Sound the Alarm,” located at 49
Street and 48 Avenue. This bronze, which depicts firefighters and their horses surging into
action, is a vibrant historical representation.
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When you visit this ghost, you can also see
many more pieces of Red Deer’s history – all
within a short walking distance. “Sound the
Alarm” is located next to the former Armoury/
Fire Hall, one of the oldest buildings in Red
Deer, which now houses a portion of Red
Deer Public Library. The building can also
be your starting place for heritage walking
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tours, and a map located on the second floor
inside will point you in the right direction.
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1. Choices
South-west corner, 48 St. & 49 Ave
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2. W
Waiting
Gordon
South-east corner 49 St & 49 Ave
3. Let the Music Play
South-west corner, City Hall Park
4. Doris and Mickey
Coronation Park
5. Francis Wright Galbraith
North-east entry to City Hall Park
6. Reaching Out
Recreation Centre, 4501 - 47 A Ave
7. Sorensen Station - Julietta Sorensen
North-east corner 48 St & 49 Ave
8. Sorensen Station - Gordon Sorensen
9. Hazel Braithwaite
Ross St. & 50 Ave
10. Reverend Leonard Gaetz
Gaetz Ave & Ross Street
11. Francis the Pig
South of 52 St. on Gaetz Ave
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12. Sound the Alarm
North-west corner, 49 St & 48 Ave
ARTS + CULTURE
The City of Red Deer is home to one of the
largest public collections of life-sized bronze
sculptures (ghosts) in Canada.
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Town of Sylvan Lake
Town of Blackfalds
a Par Three Course with one of the best
views of the lake. If you prefer golf of the
miniature kind, we’ve got that too, along
with go-karts, bowling, paint ball and more!
Sylvan Lake is Central Alberta’s recreation
destination and a town for all seasons! A
beautiful stretch of shoreline awaits you
along with fantastic indoor and outdoor
facilities, activities, events and festivals.
2013 is Sylvan Lake’s 100th Birthday and
Unique shops, spas and dinning are just across
the street from one of Alberta’s most popular
lakes.
Sylvan Lake is home to the Sylvan Lake
Sailing Club, the Sylvan Lake ½ Iron Triathlon
and Wild Rapids - Western Canada’s largest
outdoor waterslide park!
special events and activities are planned,
while annual favourites such as Shake the
Lake, Jazz at the Lake and 1913 Days will all
have a special focus on Sylvan Lake’s exciting
history to celebrate the Centennial!
A FEW NOTABLE EVENTS AND DATES ARE:
1913 Days - Take a step
back in time to celebrate
the town’s history with
1913 Days scheduled this
year for June 14 - 16.
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being two of the most popular.
2014 will see the opening of the new
Blackfalds Field House home to the first
indoor link to the Trans Canada Trail
system through the running track, a large
gymnasium, children’s indoor playground,
exercise area and an outdoor splash park, two
water slides and a 25 person hot tub.
Plan to be in Blackfalds the middle of
February to take part in the excitement
of Winterfest, and the middle of June for
Blackfalds Days.
Shake the Lake - This summer
action sports and music
festical is held at Railway Park
Promenade, BMX Competitions,
face painting, concerts and
more! The festival is scheduled
this year for Aug. 9 - 11.
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Jazz at the Lake - a 4 day multivenue jazz music festival offering
cool tunes for all. With many free
outdoor music venues as well as high
class performances at the Stevenson
Performing Arts Centre, people
travel for miles to take in a show!
This year’s festival is August 15 - 18.
The Tayles Water Spray Park, Optimist Skate
Board Park and beautiful parks and trail system
will keep you busy throughout the spring and
summer. In the winter you can enjoy a skate at
the Multi-Plex Outdoor Arena or cheer on the
Blackfalds Wranglers Junior B hockey team or
many of the Blackfalds minor hockey teams.
Visit blackfalds.com for a complete list of
facilities, services and other exciting community
events. Blackfalds – a nice place to grow.
The arena hosts many tournaments and ice
rental from September to the end of March
and includes a spectator capacity of 750.
All-Star Park is located in the southwest
corner of Blackfalds and operates 4 quality
fenced ball diamonds and soccer fields with
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Visit www.blackfalds.com for
a complete list of facilities, services
and other exciting community events.
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If it’s golf you’re after, Sylvan Lake is home
to a long list of fine golf courses, including
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concession, covered and fenced picnic area,
onsite camping with fire pits, washroom and
shower facilities. The Town hosts over 18
slo-pitch events from May to September each
year bringing in teams from all over Alberta.
Come Play with Us in 2013!
Visit sylvanlake.ca
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Only ten minutes north of the City of Red
Deer along Highway 2, the Town of Blackfalds
puts an emphasis on creating a fun and family
oriented environment. The community hosts
many programs and events throughout the
year, with Winterfest and Blackfalds Days
Town of Ponoka
Village of Alix
The Village of Alix provides visitors with a
unique experience with year-round special
events. Highlights include Bull-A-Rama and the
Alix WI Spring Market in May and Aloha Days
at the Alix Lake Recreation Area in August.
Canada’s largest indoor play structures. This
facility will provide energetic, affordable fun
for your child or group in a climate controlled
atmosphere. This unique experience will create
memories for both child and parent. Come
and relax while your child burns off energy.
Alix Lake comes into focus at the end of Main
Street in downtown Alix. With a recreational
area hosting camping, day use, playground,
swimming a concession and smooth waters
for waterskiing and wakeboarding enthusiasts.
Feel like a nature walk? Take a stroll on the 6
km walking trail or just relax in one of Alix’s
many parks.
An authentic small town experience unlike
any other, Ponoka is a town that believes in
keeping it real, from how the locals share a
well told story to the fresh local fare served
in their restaurants.
They even keep it real when it comes
to events and adventures like the Soap
Box Derby, Vintage Motorcycle Rally or
Annual Stampede; boasting 7 days of
entertainment and raw professional rodeo
since 1936.
History buffs will enjoy the Fort Ostell
Museums pioneer artifacts, early native
relics and feature exhibit “History
of the Care of the Mentally Ill”. The
Museum is located beside Centennial
Park which features a splash park,
mini-golf, playground, trout fishing,
stage area, and ‘The Legacy’; the
world’s largest bucking horse.
Ponoka
5102 48 Ave
Ponoka, AB T4J 1P7
403-783-6363.
[email protected]
www.ponoka.ca
We believe in keeping it real, especially when it
comes to the important things in life. We even keep
it real when it comes to events like our 77th Annual
Stampede. This year, take the short drive to Ponoka
and experience something authentic and fun only
minutes off Highway 2.
In Ponoka’s historic downtown, urban
explorers will experience unique shops
and restaurants offering modern treasures
combined with old fashioned friendliness
and hospitality. Many of our merchants also
offer one of a kind and hand crafted items
made by local artisans.
A Way of Life...
YEAR ROUND SPECIAL EVENTS
Bull-A-Rama, Aloha Days, Winter Festival, Family and Canada Day
New this year is ‘A Walk Among Us’ in June that features actors
portraying local historic characters, including Irene Parlby,
who was a member of the ‘Famous Five’.
MOON WALKERS
Spend a day relaxing, while your child burns off energy at
Moon Walkers, one of Canada’s largest indoor play structures. Providing
energetic, affordable fun for your child or group.
ALIX LAKE
Enjoy the recreational area hosting camping, day use area,
playground, swimming, a concession and 6km of walking trail
around the lake.
www.villageofalix.ca
Town of Innisfail
A hidden gem in the heart of Central
Alberta, with the majestic Rocky Mountain
range clearly visible to the west, Innisfail is
surrounded by the wild beauty, big sky, and
open space of the Alberta aspen parkland.
Originally known as Poplar Grove to the
wagon and cart drivers of the region, the
town came to be known as “Innisfail”,
a word of Celtic origin meaning “Isle of
Destiny”, by the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Innisfail easily lives up to its title. Located
on the west side of the QEII Highway, along
the busy and affluent Calgary – Edmonton
Corridor, Innisfail has always been a
convenient, strategic, and progressive
Central Alberta location.
You’ll find that the neighbourly feel
of a small town, combined with all the
amenities of a larger centre make Innisfail
the perfect destination. Explore our
website, and our town, and find out for
yourself why everyone is just “Wild About
Innisfail!”
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This year’s highlight include A Walk Among Us, a
full day event held on Main Street in June which
will feature actor’s portraying local historic
characters including Irene Parlby. Irene Parlby,
who was the last surviving member of the
Famous Five. As a homesteader in Alberta, Irene
Parlby fought for the rights of rural women and
children; she was the president of the United
Farm Women of Alberta and the first woman
appointed as a Cabinet minister of Alberta.
Also new this year is Moon Walkers one of
Innisfail
4943 – 53 Street
Innisfail, AB T4G 1A1
403-227-3376
[email protected]
www.innisfail.ca
Located along the busy and affluent Calgary –
Edmonton Corridor on the QEII Highway, near the
majestic Rocky Mountains, Innisfail is a convenient,
vibrant, and progressive Central Alberta community.
A small town, neighborly feel, and all the amenities
of a larger centre make Innisfail the ideal vacation or
relocation destination.
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Central Alberta is full of events, family
Rimbey
Sylvan Lake
activities, festivals, rodeos and more!
July 6
June 14 – 16
There’s something to keep your family and
Rimbey Show ‘n Shine
rimbey.com
1913 Days
sylvanlake.ca
friends entertained all summer long...
July 13
Aug 9 – 11
Rimbey Rodeo Parade
rimbey.com
Shake the Lake
shakethelake.ca
Rocky Mtn House
Aug 15 – 18
Innisfail
Ponoka
June 1 – 2
June 21 – 23
Springtime Country Drive
countrydrive.ca
Ride for Sight
rideforsight.com
June 13 – June 16
June 25 – July 1
Innisfail 53rd Annual Professional Rodeo
innisfailauctionmarket.com
2013 Ponoka Stampede
ponokastampede.com
July 27 – 28
August 30 – September 1
Discovery Wildlife Park “Night at the Zoo”
discoverywildlifepark.com
Summer Send Off Music Festival
festivalseekers.com/abcentral/summersendoff
Lacombe
Red Deer County
July 18 – 21
July 5 – 7
Lacombe Days
lacombedays.ca
Benalto Pro Rodeo
benaltoagsociety.ca
August 2 – 5
August 9 – 10
Gull Lake Centennial Celebrations
gulllakecentennial.com
Elnora Brama Rama
403-588-4346
August 30, 31 & September 1
August 16 – 18
Alberta’s Own 12th Annual
Indie Music Festival
abown.com
Jazz at the Lake Festival
jazzatthelake.com
June 5 – 9
Rocky Rodeo
rockymtnhouse.com
Wetaskiwin
July 19 – 21
June 8 – 9
Rocky Mountain House Centennial Celebrations
rockymtnhouse.com
History Road
Aug 14 – 18
June 14 – 16
Battle of the Rockies Chuckwagon Races
battleoftherockies.org
Wetaskiwin Rawhide Rodeo
wetaskiwinag.com
Stettler
Aug 31 & Sept 1
June 15
Stettler Car Club Show ‘n Shine & Cruise
July 20 – 21
Stettler Car Club Shoot Out
August 31, September 1 & 2
5th Anniversary Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede
Harvest Festival
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Alexander Way - 48 Street Downtown Red Deer
Immerse yourself in all that the Red
Deer Region has to offer and learn more
about our culture, events and people. The
city’s many arts and cultural venues offer
a variety of shows, performances and
exhibitions that make our area unique.
Imagine sitting under a tree at Bower Ponds
on a sunny day, with live performances
taking place on the stage in front
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of you and the landmark Cronquist
House nestled in the trees behind. This
summery scene is part of Sundays in the
Park, and it’s just one of many cultural
activities you can enjoy in Red Deer.
the artistic appeal of an exhibit at the
Harris Warke Gallery. Throughout the
year, you can soak up the arts at special
events or at Red Deer’s many museums,
galleries, theatres and concerts.
Mural of 1902 Citizens Band 4730 Ross Street
From winter carnivals to summer festivals
to live performances, you’re sure to find
something to satisfy your cultural appetite.
You might take in CentreFest and spend
the weekend being amazed by worldclass street performers. Perhaps you’d
prefer the intimate setting of a local band
playing at the Velvet Olive Lounge, or
Red Deer Artwalk Festival
unlock the past
Discover the stories and treasures of Alberta’s
people and places by joining us on a unique set
of driving tours featuring 44 member museums in
Central Alberta. Unlock the stories of the Women of
Aspenland and the pioneers who shaped our land
by following us on facebook & twitter @CARMNAB
Central Alberta Museums
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www.unlockthepast.ca
photo by Dwight Arthur
The first Friday evening of every month,
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regardless of the season, Red Deerians
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and visitors are invited to wander through
Street Gallery, featuring drawings, paintings
and crafts from street-involved people.
The range of talent and styles is amazing.
various downtown venues to see new art
shows. An informal event where people
come and go, First Fridays have become
popular as a date night; some venues
We loop over to Gallery IS, one block
south and one block west, where Erika
Schultz and Jeri Lynn Ing display a versatile
arrangement of large and small paintings.
are galleries, others are public spaces or
businesses. Some venues offer wine or punch,
some have light finger foods, and some
feature live entertainment. And they’re all
within walking distance of each other.
Along our art walk, we see the same
people moving from gallery to gallery – we
recognize each other, and compare notes
We start out in the Harris-Warke Gallery in
the back of Sunworks on Ross Street; the
show this month is “In the Blink of a Smile”
by Andrea Simpson. It combines glass pieces
with paintings, and my husband and I enjoy
discussing each piece before moving on to the
next. We move next door to Café Pichilingue
where, on this particular night, the show is
“Filtered Artist,” a show by Paul Boultbee.
@RedDeerMuseum
My husband and I have developed a routine:
at each venue, we must choose a piece we
Next, we head west on Ross Street to
The Hub, where the show, “Michener Art
Divas,” showcases work by three female
would take home, and tell each other why.
It compels us to spend time with the art.
And we’ve found that if we take time with
each piece, we always have something to say
about it. That’s why the Velvet Olive pub is
the last venue on our list; after appreciating
the show by Alberta Art & Drafting staff,
artists. Outside again, we turn north on
Gaetz Avenue to visit the Art from the
we settle in happily with a glass of wine
to talk about all we’ve seen tonight.
The artist is in attendance and happy to
chat about his work and inspirations.
fb.com/RedDeerMuseum
andArtGallery
about our experiences as we walk east to
the public library. Downstairs in the Kiwanis
Gallery, members of the Arts Council
display another wide-ranging exhibition
of paintings, drawings and photographs.
A musician plays tonight – last month’s
show featured a couple of local writers.
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FRIDAYS
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Sound the Alarm - North-west corner 49 Street & 48 Ave
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SILENT
LEGACY
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There are currently ten ghosts scattered
throughout downtown. One of the most
dramatic is “Sound the Alarm,” located at 49
Street and 48 Avenue. This bronze, which depicts firefighters and their horses surging into
action, is a vibrant historical representation.
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When you visit this ghost, you can also see
many more pieces of Red Deer’s history – all
within a short walking distance. “Sound the
Alarm” is located next to the former Armoury/
Fire Hall, one of the oldest buildings in Red
Deer, which now houses a portion of Red
Deer Public Library. The building can also
be your starting place for heritage walking
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tours, and a map located on the second floor
inside will point you in the right direction.
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1. Choices
South-west corner, 48 St. & 49 Ave
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Waiting
Gordon
South-east corner 49 St & 49 Ave
3. Let the Music Play
South-west corner, City Hall Park
4. Doris and Mickey
Coronation Park
5. Francis Wright Galbraith
North-east entry to City Hall Park
6. Reaching Out
Recreation Centre, 4501 - 47 A Ave
7. Sorensen Station - Julietta Sorensen
8. Sorensen Station - Gordon Sorensen
9. Hazel Braithwaite
Ross St. & 50 Ave
10. Reverend Leonard Gaetz
Gaetz Ave & Ross Street
11. Francis the Pig
South of 52 St. on Gaetz Ave
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12. Sound the Alarm
North-west corner, 49 St & 48 Ave
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The City of Red Deer is home to one of the
largest public collections of life-sized bronze
sculptures (ghosts) in Canada.
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Around the City
Close By
Historic Fort Normandeau
Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery
A reconstruction of the original Fort at
Red Deer Crossing comes to life through
programs, exhibits and artifacts that
illustrate the beginnings and early
Make the MAG the next stop on your
excursion into the heart of downtown
Red Deer. See the brand new exhibition,
Remarkable Red Deer: Stories from the
history of Red Deer. A heritage garden,
poultry yard and teepees are set up for
public enjoyment. waskasoopark.ca
Heart of the Parkland. Let historical Red
Deerians be your guides and captivate
you with stories of struggle, sacrifice
and success that connect the Red Deer
of yesterday to the diverse culture
of today. reddeermuseum.com
Danish Canadian National Museum &
Gardens (Dickson)
Experience acres of traditional Danish
Gardens, the authentic Freydis Joanna
Viking Ship, the Thomsen Pioneer
Cabin, the Children’s Garden of
Imagination, Dagmar Pioneer Church
and over 5,000 artifacts in the Museum
Collection. Enjoy Danish cuisine
served by costumed interpreters in
the licensed living history Dormitory
Coffee House. danishcanadians.com
Norwegian Laft Hus Museum
in downtown’s Heritage Square, the
Norwegian Laft Hus Museum celebrates
the contribution of Norwegian immigrants
to Central Alberta. Visitors can learn
how to make Norwegian arts and
crafts and enjoy authentic food, and
during the summer, kids can spend the
afternoon playing games and listening
to stories. norwegianlafthussociety.ca
Step back in time. Visit Historic Markerville,
a tiny hamlet that features three historic
buildings, Creamery Museum, Fensala
Hall and the Markerville Church. They
were all erected in the early 1900s and
are beautifully and lovingly restored
– a perfect setting for a coffee break,
day trip, wedding or special event.
historicmarkerville.com
Stephansson House
Provincial Historic Site
Housed in a sod-roofed log building
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Historic Markerville
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Sunnybrook Farm Museum
Dickson Store Museum (Dickson)
In the heart of the city, Sunnybrook
Farm Museum gives its visitors a chance
to celebrate the early days of mixed
farming and possibly find their rural
The store was built in 1909 and was a
valued community service until 1980. In
1991 volunteers restored the building to
represent the 1930’s era general store, post
office, cold room and family living quarters.
Visitors can tour the museum and enjoy an
ice cream cone. dicksonstoremuseum.com
roots as they explore Red Deer’s oldest
farm. sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
Restored to its 1927 appearance,
Stephansson House offers a look at
Alberta Icelandic heritage and the life of
pioneer poet, Stephan G. Stephansson
and his family. Costumed guides provide
interpretive house tours, demonstrations,
fresh baking from the wood fired stove,
pioneer crafts and special activities. Open
daily from mid May to early September.
stephanssonhouse.org
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Sunnybrook
Farm Museum
Sunnybrook Farm Museum celebrates
the early days of Alberta farming. Find
your rural roots as you explore Red
Deer’s oldest farm. Imagine the lives of
pioneer farm families working in the
field, milking the family cow in the dairy
barn, repairing a plow in the blacksmith
shop, or baking bread in the summer
kitchen. Enjoy a self-guided interpretive
tour of our 10-acre site just North of
Bower Mall.
4701 - 30 Street, Red Deer
Open daily 9am-5pm and weekends in summer
Admission by donation
Phone (403) 340-3511
www.sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
KVITKA - Red Deer Canadian
Ukrainian Dance Club
Norwegian Laft Hus Society –
Museum/Culture Centre
Box 24016
Red Deer, AB T4N 6X6
403-346-5712
[email protected]
4402-47 Ave
Red Deer, AB T4N 6T4
403-347-2055
[email protected]
www.norwegianlafthussociety.ca
For over 40 years this club has maintained and
promoted the vibrant and colorful Ukrainian dance
culture throughout Central Alberta, performing
at a wide variety of venues. Dance classes are held
Wednesday evenings for students of all skill levels,
age 4 through adult, with a qualified instructor from
Edmonton.
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The Little Farm in the Heart of Red Deer
A log house with a sod roof, this tourist attraction,
museum and cultural centre is located in Heritage
Square in downtown Red Deer.
It is open to the public year-round on
Wed 9am-3pm. In June/July/Aug 10am4pm Tue-Sun.
20%off
20% off a meal for 4
One coupon per 4 people
DANISH CANADIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
403-728-0019
Hwy 54 west of Innisfail, AB: Left at Spruce View,
Straight ahead at four way stop in Dickson, 0.8 km south on the right
[email protected]
www.danishcanadians.com
Ross Street Piano - Downtown Red Deer 4916 - 50 Street
Fiestaval Latin Festival - Downtown Red Deer
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LOUNGING
AROUND
session musicians around. Tonight he’s playing
with popular singer-songwriter Paeton
Cameron, and I know we’re in for a treat.
them. The next song is an original song
by Paeton that we’re starting to know the
words to, and then, to my delight, a song
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20%off
20% off a meal for 4
One coupon per 4 people
DANISH CANADIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
403-728-0019
Hwy 54 west of Innisfail, AB: Left at Spruce View,
Straight ahead at four way stop in Dickson, 0.8 km south on the right
[email protected]
www.danishcanadians.com
Step into the Saga - catch
a glimpse of a Viking!
See the Freydis Joanna
Viking Ship, experience
the good old days in Elmer
Thomsen’s log cabin, stroll
the forest paths or walk along the lake. Enjoy
authentic Danish cuisine served by costumed
interpreters, making your visit a Living History
experience. Open May 10 to Labour Day 2013,
Mon-Sun 10am-5:30pm.
My friends and I are nestled in one of the
booths at the back, but the acoustics are
good and the music weaves through the
conversation and laughter that surrounds
us. Last week we enjoyed listening to Brad
Abel, another local musician, and I read
that next week Steve Arsenault will be
playing. There are a few larger music venues
in Red Deer, such as Local’s Pub, Bo’s and
the ever-popular Vat, where we can enjoy
full bands playing at higher volumes. But
when we’re looking for a setting where
conversation and a meal is completed by
live music, it’s nice to know there are a
range of choices, with Cities, Velvet Olive
and the Redstone just a few of them.
by Crowded House. I can’t help but join in
as well, though I’m careful not to sing too
loudly with my less than tuneful voice.
The waitress is singing along under her
breath, too, as she deposits our pizza on the
table – a concoction involving duck, bacon,
red onion and feta cheese. I promise myself
to pick up one of the CDs the musicians have
for sale at the front, then settle back and sip
my drink, take a bite of pizza, and enjoy the
bright, lively atmosphere. We’re not staying
late tonight, but we know C-Note and Paeton
will be there entertaining those who do. And
I’ll be playing their CD in my car tomorrow
and enjoying Red Deer music all over again.
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I smile in recognition. Regulars at Cities
Gastro Pub – or any of the music venues
sprinkled through the city – know C-Note,
one of the hardest working and versatile
The ribs are so tender they fall off the bone.
Paeton and C-Note are doing a Tom Petty
cover. I pause mid-sentence as I recognize
the familiar words, and the table next to
us starts to sing along. The bustling lounge
applauds, and my friends and I put down
our finger food to clap enthusiastically with
Our BBQ ribs arrive at the table just as the
nes of
musicians start to play. As the deep tones
om,
the stand-up bass wind through the room,
Live Entertainment
Quality Inn North Hill: 7150-50 Ave.
Blarney Stone Pub: 38-6320- 50 Ave.
Red Stone Grill & Wine Bar: 107-5018-45 St.
Cheers Riverside Meadows: 6017: 54 Ave.
Rusty Pelican: 2079-50 Ave.
Cities Gastro Pub: 3301-50 Ave.
Sheraton Hotel: 3310: 50 Ave.
Cork’d Taphouse & Grill: 100- 2325 50 Ave.
Slumland: 4732-50 St.
East 40th Pub: 3811-40 Ave.
Toad N Turtle Pubhouse & Grill: 2004: 50 Ave.
Hideout Eats & Beats: Gasoline Alley
Velvet Olive: 4928 Ross St.
The Hub On Ross: 4936-Ross St.
The Vat Pub: 5301-43 St.
Centre Fest - Downtown Red Deer
Bo’s Bar & Grill: 6-2310 50th Ave.
Kia Ora Resto: 4909-49 St.
La Casa Pergola: 4909-48 St.
Locals: 6-6315 Horn St.
Murph’s Pub & Grill: 9-5020: 47 A Ave.
One Eleven Grill: 108-5301: 43 St.
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OUR STREETS
COME ALIVE
As we approach the festival site in the heart
of downtown, the music and laughter float
toward us, beckoning us on. Soon the aromas
involving fire and unicycles. This performer
is from Australia, and we know throughout
the day we’ll see professional, acrobatic
from the food vendors envelop us – the smells
of mini-donuts, foot-long hot dogs, popcorn,
ethnic foods and lemonade stands mingle in
a heady swirl that makes our stomachs growl.
goofballs from central Alberta, Canada and
around the world. Our favourite part is when
a good-natured man from the audience is
drawn into the act, throwing flaming torches
It’s CentreFest – Red Deer’s annual street
performers’ festival – and we know we’re in
for a day of treats. The children’s eyes are
as big as saucers as they try to decide which
direction to go first. As for me, the kid in me
is just as delighted.
First things first, we stop at the change tent
to make sure we have plenty of toonies and
fives for the performers. A magician tells our
daughter to pick a card, any card, and no
matter how closely we watch his hands, we
can’t see how he hands her back her eight
of spades after all his elaborate shuffling.
The kids crane their necks to watch the stilt
walkers in their colourful garb, before we
move through the happy throng toward
the circle show that is about to begin.
Anticipation fills the air as the street
performer draws an evergrowing audience
with dramatic promises of daring acts
high in the air to where the street performer
clowns on her high perch, teasing him about
the grey in his hair. The crowd roars with
laughter at her audacity and her skill, and
she responds by ratcheting up the nonsense
and the daring, fire flying through the air.
At the end of the performance, we hand the
beaming kids money to put in her hat and
laugh as they shyly approach their new hero.
It’s a beautiful sunny day, so we walk through
the cooling water sprinkler, kids clutching
their balloon animals and admiring each
other’s face painting – an elaborate tiger and
a sparkly ladybug. A visit to the food booths,
then it’s time for the next circle show. The
best part is, we can come back tomorrow for
more CentreFest, and there’s a full summer of
festivals and celebrations to look forward to.
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Claude A Godin
playing at The Vat
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THE BIGGIES
JUNE
Artwalk
From June 10-15, Red Deer celebrates
its local talent with Artwalk, a week
of gallery walks, film nights and on
the Saturday, a huge festival with live
entertainment and an extensive art
market. 2013 marks the 25th anniversary
for Artwalk! reddeerartwalk.ca
Westerner Days
Central Alberta’s largest summer
celebration, Westerner Days Fair &
Exposition, brings the fun this year from
July 17-21 at Westerner Park with a
huge midway of rides and games, lots
of live entertainment and of course,
those little donuts. westernerdays.ca
CentreFest
Highland Games
Since 1947 the Red Deer Highland Games
have been the summer Highland Event
in Central Alberta. Held each June, the
Highland Games feature traditional
Scottish games, pipes and dancing,
sheepdog trials and a shortbread
competition. reddeerhighlandgames.ca
you’ll find the corner of Ross St and 49
Ave packed with contortionists, jugglers,
comedians, musicians and delighted
audiences – the little ones with their
faces colourfully painted. centrefest.ca
JULY
AUGUST
Centennial Homecoming Festival
The weekend promises two activity-packed
days exploring Remarkable Red Deer
through walking tours, sponsored events
Head just a few kms north of Red Deer
for a weekend of incredible music during
the 7th annual Central Music Festival,
August 16-18, 2013. You can come for the
day or camp overnigh
overnight so you don’t miss
a bit of the fun. centralmusicfest.com
and partner exhibits. The Festival winds
up with the spectacular ‘RIVER OF LIGHT’
on the river from Fort Normandeau to
Three Mile Bend with light projections
at various significant Red Deer sites,
and the architected ‘Parade of Light’
on the Red Deer River. Canada Day
celebrations at Bower Pond complete the
homecoming weekend. reddeer2013.ca
Canada Day
Each year, the Red Deer Cultural
Heritage Society throws an outstanding
party at Bower Ponds with a giant red
and white cake to feed the crowd,
cultural performances all day long,
delicious ethnic food and a colourful
fireworks finale. reddeer.ca
Canada’s Gospel Music Celebration
ture
The Showcase Spectacular will feature
a selection of the great hymns of the
church. The stories of how these pillars
of faith were made into songs will be
ming a
joined by guest artists performing
ca
hymn of choice. gospelmusic.ca
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CentreFest is Central Alberta’s largest
street performer’s festival and takes place
in downtown Red Deer. From July 26-28,
September 3-8, 2013
Come Along
For the Ride!
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Friday, AUGUST 16
@ 6:00 - 12:00
Devon Coyote
Levi Cuss
Randi Boulton
Bill Bourne
Shiv Shanks
Overdue Blues Band> jam
Stage 2
Finish in
Red Deer
Sept. 8!
Saturday, AUGUST 17
@ 1:00 - 12:00
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KIDS KORNER @ 1:00 - 5:00
Saturday
Sunday
David Celia - music
Trent Tinney - magic
Sunday, AUGUST 18
@ 12:00 - 5:30
Gerry & Jeff Bradshaw
Ruth Purves Smith
Amos Garrett Jazz Trio
Hills & Lemelin
Myrol
Dick Damron &
Stoney Creek
Tour of Alberta 2013 Stages
August 16-18 2013
Located 5 km north of Highway 11A on Twp. Rd. 392
ADVANCE WEEKEND PASSES ON SALE NOW @ centralmusicfest.com
Early Bird (May 1-31) $50 all ages over 12
Adult: $95 (18-64) • Senior: $75 (65+) • Teen: $65 (13-17) • Family $355 (2 adults + 4 Teens/Seniors)
Kids under 13 admitted free when accompanied by a responsible adult.
SINGLE DAY PASSES @ Gate (all ages) Fri: $30 • Sat: $70 • Sun: $40
WEEKEND CAMPING - WEEKEND PARKING - FREE
Daily Scheduled Shuttle Service from Red Deer Lodge courtesy of Prairie Bus Lines
Central Music Festival is a family-oriented celebration that takes
place in a beautiful natural amphitheatre just north of Red Deer.
While great music is performed on an outdoor stage, you can explore a host of
local vendors offering food and beverages, crafts, and other interesting wares.
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Prologue | September 3 | Edmonton | 7.8km TT
Stage 1 | September 4 | Strathcona County > Camrose | 155km
Stage 2 | September 5 | Devon > Red Deer | 185km
Stage 3 | September 6 | Strathmore > Drumheller | 175km
Stage 5 | September 8 | Okotoks > Calgary | 150km
TourofAlberta.ca
Expires: Aug 18, 2013
Stage 4 | September 7 | Black Diamond > Canmore | 210km
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off
CENTRAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
Located 5 km north of Hwy #11A,
Red Deer on RR273A
[email protected].
www.centralmusicfest.com
$10.00 off Day Pass
or Weekend Pass
(Not valid for Early Bird purchases)
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Electric TC Winner
Acoustic TC Winner
Leeroy Stagger
Don J. Swift
The Mighty Popo
Dale Ladoceur
Bombolesse
David Celia
Captain Tractor
Kevin Cook
Dan Sinasac’s R&B Revue
Peter Bilt
Tacoy Ryde>jam
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Central Music Festival - Red Deer County
Central Alberta
Children’s Festival
Located at Recreation Park
4501 – 47A Ave.
Red Deer, AB
[email protected]
www.centralalbertachildrensfestival.ca
Join us on May 31 and June 1st for the 7th Annual
Central Alberta Children’s Festival. There will be
over 20 activity stations including face painting,
crafts and interactive activities and a wide variety
of entertainers for the entire family. Tickets: $6 per
person or $20 for family of four.
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APRIL
22
Red Deer Highland Games
reddeerhighlandgames.ca
5-6
Central Alberta
Quilters Guild
centralalbertaquilters.org
23
Summer Sundays in the Park,
Bower Ponds
reddeer.ca
5-7
Taboo
Naughty but Nice Show
canwestproductions.com
25 - 1
Ponoka Stampede
ponokastampede.com
5-7
Spring Dog Show
rddkc.com
29 - 30
Red Deer Centennial
Homecoming Weekend
reddeer2013.ca
15 - 20
Allan Cup
allancup2013.ca
19 - 21
Special Olympics
specialolympics.ab.ca/2013spring
1
Canada Day
rdchs.com
26 - 28
Mane Event
maneeventexpo.com
3
Mayor’s Garden Party
reddeer.ca
5
Ross Street Patio
reddeer.ca
MAY
5-7
Red Deer Summer Classic
Horse Show
reiningalberta.net
11 - 12
Carswell Collectibles and
Antique Show
westernerpark.ca
6 - 13
Sylvan Lake Scout Jamboree
scouts.ca
17 - 20
Parkland Spring Horse Show
westernerpark.ca
7
Bower Ponds
reddeer.ca
24
Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and
Museum Induction
ashfm.ca
31 - 1
Central Alberta
Children’s Festival
centralalbertachildrensfestival.ca
11 - 13
Canada’s Gospel Music
Celebration
gospelmusic.ca
Centennial Outdoor
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“Barn Dance”
reddeer2013.ca
JUNE
IT. DISCOVER
DON’T MISS
IT!
1-2
Spring Time Country Drive
countrydrive.ca
1-2
Edgar Farms Asparagus Festival
edgarfarms.com
7-9
Spring Classic Horse Show
reiningalberta.net
Visit westernerdays.ca for more information.
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CENTRAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
Located 5 km north of Hwy #11A,
Red Deer on RR273A
[email protected].
$10.00 off Day Pass
or Weekend Pass
(Not valid for Early Bird purchases)
$10 off for advance
sales online at
centrlmusicfest.com
(promo code
LPIAFOM13)
or $10 off when
presented at the gate
Expires: Aug 18, 2013
Want a weekend of outdoor
entertainment without any
hassles? Central Music
Festival near Red Deer is a
short drive away. August
16 -18.
Live music. Kids Korner, Art. Crafts. Great
food. Beer Garden. Special weekend rates. No
charge for kids under 13. Free camping. Visit
centralmusicfest.com Come play with us!
10 - 15
Art Walk Festival
reddeerartwalk.ca
13 - 16
Daines Rodeo
innisfailtourism.com
14 - 16
1913 Day’s Sylvan Lake
sylvanlake.ca
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Red Deer Gun Show
westernerpark.ca
4-5
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JULY
Westerner Days Fair & Exposition - Red Deer
OCTOBER
11-13
6
FCA Rodeo
fcarodeo.com
With this Ring Bridal Gala
bridalgala.ca
19 - 20
Boutiques for Women
presented by
World of Women
worldofwomen.ca
25 - 27
Our Best to You Art & Craft Sale
ourbesttoyou.ca
NOVEMBER
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17 - 21
18- Aug
4
Westerner Days Fair & Exposition
westernerdays.ca
17 - 18
Red Deer & District
Fall Dog Show and Trials
rddkc.com
6-9
Agri-Trade
agri-trade.com
12
30 - 1
Centennial “Fire and Ice”
reddeer2013.ca
Christmas Bazaar
westernerpark.ca
For more event listings visit
tourismreddeer.com
Please note: events listed above are
subject to change without notice.
For complete information about an
event, please visit the specified website
or contact Tourism Red Deer for
complete and timely information.
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Big Rig Show & Shine
westernerpark.ca
Westerner Canadian
Bard on Bower
www.primestocktheatre.com
1-3
DECEMBER
24 - 25
Reptile Expo
wcre.ca
16 - 17
Carswell Antique Show & Sales
westernerpark.ca
22 - 24
Festival of Trees
reddeerfestivaloftrees.ca
CentreFest Street Performers
26 - 28
Festival
24 - 25
centrefest.ca
8 - 12
SEPTEMBER
Ivan Daines Country Music Picknic
innisfailtourism.com
waskasoopark.ca
1
Bower Ponds
reddeer.ca
9 - 11
10 - 11
10
Shake the Lake
sylvanlake.ca
5
Summertime Country Drive
countrydrive.ca
6
Mud Hero’s
mudhero.com
21
Tour of Alberta Stage 3
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AUGUST
Fort Normandeau Days
tourofalberta.ca
Ross Street Patio
reddeer.ca
Earthdance
earthdancereddeer.com
11
Bower Ponds
21
reddeer.ca
15 - 18
17
17 - 18
jazzatthelake.com
Latin Festival
fiestaval.ca
Pioneer Days, Sunnybrook Farm
sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
27 - 29
28 - 29
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29 Oct 5
Reddeer2013.ca
Alberta Culture Days
culture.alberta.ca
Harvest Country Drive
countrydrive.ca
Sylvan Fall Fest
sylvanlake.ca
Canadian Supreme
Horse Show
canadiansupreme.com
Westerner Days Fair & Exposition
16 - 18
Jazz at the Lake
Old Fashioned Fall Fair
Canada Day Celebrations - Bower Ponds
Automobile Club Parade - Ross Street 1902
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The night sky is lit up and people are streamower Ponds.
ing down the sidewalks toward Bower
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the fireworks start, we find a great space
join the crowd. It’s almost time, and we want
to be on the ice when the fireworks begin.
to watch the show. It’s fantastic. The music
and fireworks coordinate for an emotional,
exciting experience. We sing and dance
and have some near misses doing extrahoppy moves on our skates. The cheering
My husband and I have come to Red Deer
to enjoy New Year’s Eve with family, and
now we’re all heading to a celebration. Not
just any celebration, mind you, this one is a
doubly festive event: it’s kicking off 2013 and
Red Deer’s Centennial year. We’ve come to a
birthday party for the city, an old-fashioned
skating party, complete with musical
fireworks.
We walk around the pavilion and get our
first good look at the event. Wow. We didn’t
expect anything like this – there must be
thousands of people, with lots wearing glow
stick necklaces, and it looks so fun! Hundreds
of skaters glide on the ponds, while people
fill the surrounding trails, enjoying hot
chocolate and dancing to the music. The
sounds of laughter and happiness fill the air
– along with the occasional scream of delight
as tobagganers scoot down nearby hills.
We quickly put our skates on and join the
happy skaters on the ice. The night air cools
crowd closes out the show and, when
it’s over, there’s a collective feeling that
everyone wants the fun to keep going.
And this is just a sample of the year-long party
that Red Deer will be hosting. I remember
seeing on the Red Deer Centennial website
that there will be dozens of celebrations all
year, with groups from across the community
getting in on the festive action. I’m intrigued
by the Homecoming weekend and the River
of Light events at the end of June, and the
Centennial calendar lists dozens of other
activities for the whole year, with everything
from a barn dance and a fall fair to festivals
and competitions. If this awesome night is any
indication, it sounds like a great time to be
in Red Deer – we’ll definitely have to make
some extra trips down to check things out.
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IT’S OUR
BIRTHDAY
Centennial
Homecoming Festival
June 29 – July 1
The weekend promises two activity-packed
days exploring Remarkable Red Deer
through walking tours, sponsored events
and partner exhibits. The Festival winds
up with the spectacular ‘RIVER OF LIGHT’
on the river from Fort Normandeau to
Three Mile Bend with light projections at
various significant Red Deer sites, and the
architected ‘Parade of Light’ on the Red Deer
River. Canada Day celebrations at Bower
Pond complete the homecoming weekend.
Outdoor Barn Dance
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July 16
Dance the evening away with local dancers,
performers and music on ‘Little Gaetz’ Ave.
Old Fashioned Fall Fair
Tradition with a Twist: a full afternoon of old
fashioned fun hosted at Fort Normandeau.
• Heritage Costumes
• Crafts Displays
• Arts & crafts competitions
• Vegetable and fruits market
• Races & games
Fire and Ice
December 12
Official Centennial Closing Ceremonies and
Parade of Light hosted at City Hall Park.
June 29
• Red Deer Royals Centennial Pancake
Alberta Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
Red Deer’s heritage isn’t a distant memory;
it’s a vibrant part of the buildings, parks and
art throughout the community. You can see
it, touch it and read about it as you make
your way through Red Deer. Red Deer will
celebrate its centennial birthday in 2013 –
and The City is planning a host of fun and
exciting community and corporate events to
celebrate this huge milestone. The Centennial
Celebrations will provide an opportunity to
not only celebrate Red Deer’s past, but also to
reference the present and envision the future.
At the turn of the century, Red Deer
experienced a surge of massive growth as
large numbers of settlers flooded into the
area to take up homesteads. In 1901, when
Red Deer was incorporated as a town, the
population stood at 343. By 1913, when
Red Deer was incorporated as a city; the
population had jumped to nearly 2,800. Today,
Red Deer’s population stands at 91,877 people
(2011 Census).
Among the centennial events will be the
planting of the Centennial Grove on March
25, a Homecoming Festival and River of Light
from June 29 to July 1, an Outdoor Barn
Dance on Little Gaetz Avenue on July 16
and an Old Fashioned Fall Fair on Sept. 21.
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Breakfast, Parkland Mall
• Centennial Grove Dedication
The museum provides a family-friendly
interactive experience. You will be amazed
by what you discover inside! Have fun,
laugh, play, and discover famous Alberta
sport celebrities. Our “Hometown Heroes”
Centennial exhibit, in 2013, showcases the
history of Red Deer sports heroes and their
stories. Ignite the imagination and turn
your visit into an adventure. ashfm.ca
• River rafting, Kerry Wood Nature Centre
• Remarkable Red Deer Passport
• Ghosts Actors, Downtown
• Interfaith Celebration, Great Chief Park
• Evening Extravaganza, Great Chief Park
Homecoming Festival
June 30
Historic Fort Normandeau
• Chocolate Fun Run
A reconstruction of the original Fort at Red
Deer Crossing comes to life through programs, exhibits and artifacts that illustrate
the beginnings and early history of Red
Deer. A heritage garden, poultry yard and
teepees are set up for public enjoyment. The
grounds include a beautifully treed picnic
area and canoe launch. waskasoopark.ca
• Celebrating YOU!, Heritage Ranch
• Picnic Supper, Heritage Ranch
• River of Light
Homecoming Festival
July 1
• Canada Day Celebrations, Bower Pond
Celebrating the early days of Alberta
farming you’ll find your rural roots as
you explore Red Deer’s oldest farm.
Imagine the lives of pioneer farm families
working in the field, milking the family
cow in the dairy barn, repairing a plow
in the blacksmith shop, or baking bread
in the summer kitchen during the 25th
Anniversary of the museum and participate
in one of our many summer special events.
sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
Proud to be Part of Red Deer’s History
The Cronquist House
Operated by the Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society
403-346-0055
[email protected]
www.rdchs.com
and success that connect the Red Deer of
yesterday to the diverse culture of today.
reddeermuseum.com
Home of Canada Day Celebrations, Summer Tea
House, International Teas, Special Events, available
for Tours, Retreats, Seminars, Meetings, Weddings,
Receptions, Photography Sessions and Catered
Dinners for small groups.
Come and enjoy the unique ambiance of this
beautifully restored 1912 Heritage Home in its’
picturesque setting overlooking Bower Ponds in
Waskasoo Park
Bridge across Red Deer River
Ellis House
Michener Block
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• Banners on the Bridge
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Homecoming
Festival
Special
Centennial
Exhibits
Series Summer Art School - Red Deer College
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Walking into the glass blowing studio
on the first morning of class is familiar,
comfortable. Almost like coming home. It
Glass blowing became my vacation time from
work, and I started travelling to Red Deer
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courses
makes sense, because after 10 years and
14 – or maybe 15 – glass blowing courses,
this environment is a natural fit for me.
through the Series Summer Art School at
Red Deer College. On a good year, I’d even
squeeze two courses into my schedule. Over
time I’ve met a lot of great people, gotten
a couple of burns, and produced dozens
I look around the studio and greet friends
from previous courses. There are some
new faces, too, but after a few hours here,
with the sweat and creativity flowing,
we’ll undoubtedly feel like old friends. I’m
also excited to work with this instructor,
as I haven’t learned from her before. Part
of the fun of these courses is learning
new tricks and techniques from different
instructors, because each new method
contributes to the evolution of my skills.
I smile when I think back to my first course a
decade ago, when my instructor came into the
studio and energetically called out: “Who likes
to play with fire?!” It was the perfect introduction to glass blowing, which had piqued my interest since I had first started noticing unique,
hand-made glass pieces many years ago. At
that first weekend course, I started to learn
about safety and techniques right away and,
before long, I was creating my own pieces.
There was no doubt about it: I was hooked.
of glass products that are pretty cool. My
inspiration has come from a variety of places,
and I always challenge myself to develop my
skill and functionality, trying to equal the
perfection of machine-manufactured items
with the pieces I make by hand.
At this morning’s class, my instructor has led
the introductions and I meet my new partner
who I’ll be working with throughout the
week. That’s one of the great things about
these courses: you get to share your time
and knowledge and enthusiasm with others
– it’s amazing how giving people can be. We
head to our workbench, talking about our
upcoming projects and thinking of things
we’d like to try. The week has only just begun;
who knows what awesome things I’ll take
home with me on Friday.
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LEARN
Heritage Ranch
Unleashed Team Building is a truly unique
experience. Through the use of our horses,
the amazing Heritage Ranch property and
skilled facilitators, we assist your team
in discovering the true power of team
work. Half to 2 day courses are available.
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and success that connect the Red Deer of
Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Kids Camps
City of Red Deer
Red Deer College
Summer camp fun includes sports,
Believes learning is all year long ... well,
recreation and culture programs July
life-long, really! That’s why they offer
through August. looknbook.reddeer.ca
fantastic summer camps for kids, teens
and adults alike. Your child can experience
science hands-on and achieve excellence
Heritage Ranch
in sports while your teen can see what
yesterday to the diverse culture of today.
The summer program will teach the kids
it’s really like to be a film producer or
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basic horsemanship. Not only are they
design their own video games in the
throughout the year. Their robust learning
assigned their very own horse for the week
new and exciting Game Jam workshop.
programs and schedules are available at
but they will learn how to lead, groom,
rdc.ab.ca/continuing_education
waskasoopark.ca
and saddle their horse. They will also learn
Hosts workshops, interpreters and guides
about equine nutrition, body language and
Sky Wings Aviation Academy Ltd.
Corporate team development partner op-
The Accelerated Program is a six week
erating a first class challenge course facility
program that allows students to obtain their
and retreat center. Discover experiential
private license in a shortened time frame.
A remarkable summer day camp experience
learning as an interactive and effective
This is a vigorous program that requires
for children aged 5-11. Children will
approach to team building. Inspiring high
students to be in training –either in class
participate in traditional farm activities
performing teams and focus on ‘element
or flying 5-6 days a week starting in July.
including learning how to feed chickens,
by choice’ where participants set the goal
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make butter, pump water, cook on a
• Teen Video Intensive *new
July 7 - 20, 2013
which defines their success.
wood stove and take part in fun farm
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chores. sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
Skydive Big Sky
The 2013 Series Summer Arts School
A complete skydive experience for both
takes you on a journey of inspiration
newcomers and expert jumpers alike. Focus
and imagination. The diverse, five-day
is on skydiving safety and providing the
workshops (Monday to Friday) encourage
ultimate parachuting experience to anyone
freedom of expression in a relaxed
visiting their facility. Discover the ultimate
atmosphere. Series Summer Art Classes
thrill of skydiving. skydivebigsky.ca
run July 8 to August 16.
rdc.ab.ca/continuing_education
• Science Camps
July 8 - August 23, 2013
• MusiCamp Alberta
• SummerScapes
August 11 - 17, 2013
• Adventures in Summer Music
August 19 - 23, 2013
welcome
to life at
Red Deer College
www.rdc.ab.ca
Kerry Wood Nature Centre
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Red Deer College
• Sport Camps
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The Cenotaph - Ross Street, north of 49 Ave
Downtown Red Deer
Red Deer Downtown Market
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It’s late afternoon on a Wednesday as
I wander past the large brick rabbit on
ng City
Alexander Way, north past the blooming
savour the atmosphere. When I open them
again it is to look past the Cenotaph at a
street scene I had previously only imagined
Hall Park and to the Ross Street Patio, where
people sit at outdoor tables, enjoying the
sunshine. A musician sets up her microphone
and tunes her guitar. A teenager sits at the
street piano and picks out a tune while
in Red Deer – I still think of it as a small
town, not the bustling city it has become.
I see people walking with reusable bags
filled with goodies from the Wednesday
night farmers market set up on the next
his friends take pictures. I stop in a coffee
shop, but I get my drink to go – I need to
be outside, enjoying the sights and sounds
of summer. I’m amazed at how downtown
Red Deer has changed since I was last here.
block. That’s my next stop, once I’ve tossed
my paper cup into the recycling bin beside
the wrought iron bench I’m relaxing on.
Baskets of flowers adorn the street. I look
around at the new stores that have opened
The music follows me as I head west on
Ross Street and turn left on Gaetz Avenue –
“Little-Gaetz,” as Red Deerians affectionately
call it. More flower baskets hang from light
since my last visit, and my favourites
that have been thriving here for years; a
posts, and the newly designed street offers
wider sidewalks embedded with historic
selection of stylish women’s clothing stores,
several house and home stores filled with
eclectic edibles, art and décor for inside and
outside the home. A curry house, an Asian
restaurant, sandwich and coffee houses.
markers. The block has been closed to
traffic in order to house the market booths,
which offer up a variety of local in-season
produce and a range of supper options
such as elk or chicken sausage, steaks,
perogies and more – my biggest dilemma
is what to choose for tonight’s fresh meal.
On this beautiful day, in this beautiful
location, it’s a problem I’m happy to have.
I take my coffee to Veterans’ Park at the
end of the patio and sit on a bench to sip
and watch the world go by. The musician
begins to sing and I close my eyes to better
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Cool. Creative. Convenient. Red Deer has all
the amenities of a large city – in a smallersized package. Wherever you’re staying
while in Red Deer, access to a wealth of
shopping and dining opportunities is just
a short walk, drive or transit ride away.
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In the downtown district, enjoy a leisurely
pace as you visit the array of unique shops,
cafés and lounges. Summer brings additional
delights, as the Downtown Market opens
Wednesday evenings, and the iconic Red
Deer Public Market runs every Saturday
morning, as it has for over 40 years.
Throughout Red Deer, you’ll find shopping
Customer photos posted to
Facebook/Twitter in 2011
Plan your own experience
and stay up-to-date with
everything downtown.
the culinary experiences found in here.
Embark on a tour of the local antique
and collectable shops and take
home a piece of local history.
www.downtownreddeer.com
You can find more ideas on the following
pages. Or, just step outside and see
the variety that awaits you.
@downtownreddeer
fb.com/downtownreddeer
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Downtown Red Deer has
something for everyone.
Find what your looking for
all right here.
areas to satisfy every need. From Bower Place
Mall in the south to Parkland Mall in the north,
everyone in the family can get the items on
their lists or find that unexpected something
special. Plus, you’re sure to find tasty treats,
family restaurants and fine dining throughout
your travels. “Foodies” will want to sample
some of the unique local restaurants and
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VINTAGE
AND
WONDERFUL
Consummate collectors, dedicated
e
decorators, and hunters of history have
numerous options when embarking
The Red Deer area is known for the number
and variety of antique shops to be visited and
enjoyed here. All are unique in their focus:
on a day of antiques shopping.
shabby chic or high end, tough or trendy,
rustic or glamorous, country or uptown style.
Red Deer, Innisfail, and Lacombe all boast
antique malls, housing numerous vendors
on one site. As well, some B&B’s, teashops,
Visitors can attend farm, household or estate
excavating pioneer keepsakes or acquiring
a unique piece of Alberta history. Auction
house websites or the local newspapers are
a good source for upcoming sales dates.
Another source for quality collectibles are
antique shows held at various times of the
year in centres like Red Deer, Lacombe,
or Innisfail. Organized and produced by
local promoters, who are often dealers
themselves, these shows offer buyers access
to many dealers under one roof. Price
comparing, bargain hunting, learning about
and handling diverse collectibles, and an
almost festival atmosphere, make shows
a great place to have fun and to shop.
bird conservation sites, or cheese production
facilities give special- interest antiques
pride-of-place in their gift and retail shops.
The appeal of early farm and ranch artifacts,
NWMP bits and spurs, Aboriginal art or rodeo
memorabilia is also undeniable. English
china, Celtic jewellery, Scottish tartans,
Scandinavian studio glass, Oriental carving
or Canadian vintage textiles can also be
discovered in urban antique shops or at
easily-found rural destinations. These are
owned and operated by knowledgeable
and interesting entrepreneurs. Tap them
for advice, information, history, and great
items to add to your personal decorating
or collecting “areas of passion”.
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auctions, run by a number of local auction
houses. Farm sales especially, can be a lot
of fun; mingling with the locals, enjoying
the countryside, eating homemade pie,
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Antique Events
• Carswell Show and Sale – May 11-12, 2013
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• Carswell Show and Sale – May 16-17, 2013
Around the City
Close By
Antique Mall Red Deer Inc.
Antiques, Collectibles and More
5902 – 54 Avenue
4532 50th Avenue, Lacombe
403-341-6685
antiquemallrd.ca
403-782-1909
lacombeantiquemall.com
Bud Haynes & Co. Auctioneers Ltd.
& Everything Nice Antiques
& Collectibles
Tibetan prayer wheel that contains within it
reels of paper filled with words composed
by Tibetan monks; according to the sign on
the wall, each spin releases a positive wish
for the community into the atmosphere.
403-347-5855
budhaynesauctions.com
5009 – 49 Street, Lacombe
That feeling of well-being accompanies me
403-782-3191
HolmeHus Antiques
Green Gables Antiques /
Peppertree & Co
inside the narrow storefront where I am
greeted by colourful dishes and cookware,
and the smiles of the friendly staff. Chances
are good there’s a plate of fresh baking
in the tiny kitchen area, and I’m urged to
help myself as I move behind it to a bright
38535 RR 282, County of Red Deer
403-347-0516
Red
d Deer Antiques
d Collectibles
and
120 Hewlett Park Landing, Sylvan Lake
403-887-8847
greengablesantiques.com
#5, 5511 – 50th Avenue
Jantiques
403-348-5527
3-348-5527
40230 RR 260, County of Lacombe
403-782-5947
green cubicle filled with hand-blown wine
glasses. Just beyond, I come face to face
with gargoyles, clustered on the paving
stone floor, sitting atop stone garden
benches, tucked around the large fountain.
Old Creamery Antiques
5, 112-49 Ave, Innisfail
403-865-1002
theoldcreameryantiques.com
Past Connections Emporium
5009-50 Ave., Bentley
403-658-2300
lies the famed hot sauce room – a dream
for many, but not for the faint of heart.
The bookstore to the left showcases the
eclectic interests of the staff and owners
– recipe books, local authors, philosophy,
personal development – a quirky collection
that invites me to sink into one of the cushy
chairs and into a good book. I am reluctant
to leave the space, but the Harris-Warke
Gallery in the back beckons me with a new
show every month by regional visual artists.
I have moved through so many unique
pockets of discovery already that I laugh as
I climb the stairs to the second floor – what
else could await me? Well, how about a
teapot shaped like a cuttlefish, or handmade
jewellery? Delicate, funky ceramic mugs,
ridiculous glass fish, and more. But most
important – The Coconut Room, with food
and drink inspired by the owners’ love of
Sunworks is a deep store of nooks and hidden
surprises, so I’m glad I’ve given myself lots
all things tropical. A rest, a treat, and I’m
on my way back downstairs. I know the
of time to browse. The next room showcases
luxurious towels, soaps and candles, and
trip back out will take almost as long as my
arrival, as I discover even more little pieces
of magic that will brighten my home.
funky décor I’ve never seen anywhere else.
And beyond that, to the right, just past the
back staircase leading to the second floor,
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Bay 5, 7429 – 49 Avenue
The first thing I do as I approach Sunworks
orks
is reach out and spin the carved brass wheel
’ a
attached to the front of the building. It’s
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Downtown Red Deer
Parkland Mall
Visit downtown to wander through the
charming shops and meet the welcoming
Go for the shopping, stay for the
fun! Parkland Mall, features over 100
owners as you go. Here you’ll find gifts,
clothing and art that you won’t find
anywhere else. There are also lots of fine
restaurants and delightful coffee shops
along the way to rest your feet… and
your credit card. downtownreddeer.com
shops and services including Wal-Mart,
Safeway, Staples, Sport Chek and The
Keg. They also host many kid-friendly
programs including Babies Day Out,
KiDZ Club and Play and Learn. For more
information about Parkland Mall events
and promotions visit parklandmall.ca
Bower Place
With 110 stores and services, Bower
Place is central Alberta’s largest mall
and a great place to shop for everything
you need. You’ll find many of the most
popular stores for clothing, footwear and
accessories in addition to home décor, toys
and much more. The mall also displays
lots of public art in the form of murals,
mobiles and sculptures. bowerplace.com
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From one-of-a-kind downtown boutiques to a huge fashion hub, Red Deer has shopping
for every taste. There will be lots of opportunities to stop for a coffee or delicious
lunch along the way. You’ll need energy to power-shop your way through our city.
The Jungle Farm - Red Deer County
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I’ve been trying to eat well and fresh, healthy
hy
foods top my list. It’s often challenging,
though, especially when I have to travel
As I continue looking and reading labels, I see
that many products are from Red Deer and
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across Alberta,
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items from
for work. It is sometimes tough to find
places with fresh and local options. A few
people at my conference this week told
me about Big Bend Market, a Red Deer
store that specializes in local products. I
international locations. When I ask about
this, I learn that Big Bend Market’s owner,
Ivan Smith, is passionate about selling highquality products from central Alberta, and
he also looks for top products from all over
decide to check it out on my lunch break.
the world to complement these. That would
explain the imported truffles I saw earlier.
Walking into the market is a surprise, as I
wasn’t expecting the variety of items from
fresh meat and dairy products to pasta and
spices. And, it smells absolutely delicious, like
newly-baked bread and homemade food.
At the deli counter, I notice a selection of
Finally, I make my way over to the meat
counter and see an incredible variety of
fresh meat: bison, beef, lamb, elk, chicken,
and turkey. And that’s just for starters. All
the meat is hormone and antibiotic free,
ready-to-go meals, along with fresh soup
and sandwiches. Perfect – I can eat in the
which is something I’ve recently started to
consider. I talk to the staff more and realize
cafe and then look at the other products.
the care and attention-to-detail that’s put
into the products here. It makes me feel
good: knowing where the food comes
from, knowing it’s fresh and wholesome.
I pick up a few items to snack on and
plan to bring coolers to do some serious
shopping the next time I’m in Red Deer.
After finishing my tasty lunch, I start browsing
in the grocery area and work my way to
the meat counter. I see brand names that
I’ve learned are regional, including Sylvan
Star Cheese products from Sylvan Lake and
Edgar Farms items, which come from the
Innisfail area. I also see a pancake mix from
a local company called Redstone Mills, and
I read that the flour is hand-made using a
stone mill. Now that’s attention to detail.
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CULINARY
ADVENTURES
Babycakes Cupcakery
Edgar Farms
The Blooming Fields
The Jungle Farm
Red Deer’s premier speciality bakeshop
featuring an assortment of delicious
gourmet cupcakes that warrant a special
trip. Whether you want one cupcake
As the largest asparagus operation
in Alberta, Edgar Farms produces the
most tender, flavourful asparagus you
will ever taste! Visit the country store
for preserves, homemade pies and
Blooming Fields garden centre and
nursery is set on 27 acres of beautifully
landscaped gardens with large ponds,
meandering pathways and a spot to pick
berries and vegetables. Explore the gift
Available for picking are June-bearing,
and day-neutral strawberries, raspberries,
saskatoons and other fruit, cucumbers,
pumpkins, mixed vegetables, herbs, flowers
and bedding plants. The picturesque
all natural Angus beef. Enjoy wagon
rides, tours and tastings. And be sure
not to miss Asparagus Festival June
1 & 2. Open ,mid May to end Sept.
Off season by appointment. From
Innisfail - 10 km west of QE2 (exit 365)
Cottonwood Rd. edgarfarms.com
shop, have a sip of wine on the patio
and enjoy local gourmet cuisine. Open
May to September, Thursday through
Mondays. Located between Olds and
Didsbury, 6 km east of #2A, 1 km north
on RR 21. thebloomingfields.com
renovated 1940s barn is home to a wide
range of wholesale superior quality
products including jams, dressings, fruit
syrup and fresh baking. Located S of Red
Deer 14 km on QE2 turn R at Old Pole
Rd. and W 2.5 km. thejunglefarm.com
or 100, go on in and get frosted. Open
Tuesdays through Saturdays. 144
Erickson Drive. babycakesreddeer.com
Billyco Junction Gardens &
Honeyberry Inn and Cafe
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With an outstanding selection of fruits
and vegetables, you can pick your
dinner veggies and a basket of berries,
dig a few potatoes or shuck some
corn. Discover the natural charm of the
gardens with a stroll through the rustic
grounds. Open May to Oct. 8 km east
of Lacombe on Hwy 12 to Prentiss Road
then 4.4 km south. billycojunction.com
Bowden SunMaze &
Markerville Berry & Vegetable
A market garden, plus saskatoon,
raspberry and strawberry U-pick. Enjoy
beautiful mountain views and taste
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your freshly picked strawberries in the
relaxing picnic area. Family-friendly fun
close to Historic Markerville. Open July
to Sept (closed Wednesdays). Located
16 kms east of Spruce View on Hwy 54.
markervilleberryandvegetable.com
Eagle Creek Farms
U-pick flower and vegetable gardens are
filled with thousands of lilies and tons
of fresh veggies. Of course a visit to the
farm is not complete without challenging
yourself to the Sunflower Maze or Corn
Maze. Fantastic fun for families or groups
looking for an escape from the city.
Award winning Gouda made with the
milk from their own cows. The farm
also produces Edam, sheep Manchego
and Gruyere cheese. Shop their store for
locally produced cheese as well as eggs,
meats, crackers, olive oil, dips, cookies and
honey. Open year round. Between Red
Deer and Sylvan Lake just off Hwy 11A on
Range Rd 10. sylvanstarcheesefarm.ca
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Check website for seasonal hours. From
Bowden - 4.8 km west of QE2 on Hwy
587, 2.4 km north on RR. 14. sunmaze.ca
Sylvan Star Cheese
Edgar Farms - Innisfail
Red Deer Farmer’s Market - Market @ Red Deer
Dentoom’s Greenhouses
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FARMERS MARKETS -
Greenhouses
Come and taste the difference of locally grown produce! Lots of products – cheese,
meat, cabbage rolls, spring rolls, baking, honey and preserves.
Dentoom’s Greenhouses
The Planted Earth Greenhouses
Red Deer Farmer’s Market
Sylvan Lake Farmers’ Market
Blackfalds Farmers Market
Dentoom’s grow annuals, perennials,
Enjoy the 3 cozy greenhouses by the big
43rd St. and 48th Ave.
May 18 - October 12
Saturdays 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
reddeermarket.com
Railway Park Promenade
May 17 - September 27
Fridays 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
sylvanlakefarmersmarket.ca
Community Hall indoor market
May 16 – September 26
Mondays 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
blackfaldsagsociety.com
herbs and vegetables as well as provides
red barn with new plant varieties and
customers with plants from all over the
old favourites in a tranquil rural location.
world. You’ll find a variety of garden
Visit Bo Peep the Sheep, the peahens and
giftware, pottery, annuals, perennials,
more! Planted Earth offers a selection
Bentley Farmers Market
Delburne Farmers Market
trees, shrubs, hanging baskets and patio
of prairie hardy trees, shrubs and vines.
Little Gaetz Ave.
May 29 – October 9
Wednesdays 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
downtownreddeer.com
Bentley Curling Rink
May 18 to August 31
Saturdays 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
www.bentleyagsociety.com
Delburne Community Hall
June 5 to September 25
Wednesdays 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
planters. Opening Day May 1. Located
Open May to June. From junction of Hwy
just west of Hwy 2 on the corner of
11 & Hwy 20 at Sylvan Lake, go south
Highway 11A and RR 275. dentooms.com
3.6 km on RR#13. theplantedearth.ca
Hilltop Greenhouses
Wolf’s Botanical
To make your yard beautiful this spring
Wolf’s Botanical offers a wide variety
- visit Hilltop Greenhouses and check out
of plants, trees and shrubs for all your
the perennials, vines, grasses, hanging
gardening needs. Walk through the
baskets, shrubs, water plants and over
beautiful garden displays to see the
25 different varieties of tomatoes. Open
selection of annuals and perennials. Enjoy a
early May to end of June. Located 35 km
stroll near the tranquil pond and waterfall.
east of Red Deer on Delburne Rd (Hwy
Full landscaping services available. Open
595) and 1.6 km south on RR 235.
May 1 – Oct. 15. From Lacombe - 8 km east
Innisfail Farmers Market
Parkland Nurseries & Garden Centre
wolfsbotanical.com
Much more than just a garden centre,
Parkland has developed into a tourist
attraction with products and events for
Innisfail Growers Red Deer Downtown Market
on Hwy 12 and 2 km south on Prentiss Road.
the entire family including gardening and
design courses, bus tours, group tours,
and weddings. Fantastic Ice Sculptures
are displayed every year about midDecember, weather permitting. Open
year round. Located three minutes
east of 30th Avenue, Red Deer, on
Highway 11 East. parklandgarden.ca
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This is a restaurant where they know wine;
if diners aren’t sure what to pair with
their meal, the staff is pleased to offer
knowledgeable suggestions. But we know
what we want – a bright Malbec to go with
our favourite appetizer. I’ve been thinking
about Bistecca Crostini all afternoon: grilled
sirloin steak with horseradish mayo and
arugula on toasted crostini. When our
friends devour it appreciatively, I can’t help
but smile smugly and say, “I told you so.”
Soft jazz music pipes through the room,
mixing with the muted laughter and
conversation from the neighbouring tables.
I smile to see the staff greet customers by
name; we know the chef knew it was us
when we ordered two extra crostinis so we
wouldn’t have to debate how to split them
up. I like sharing most of the time, but when
it comes to this appetizer, I’m less generous.
The others agonize over their entrees, but,
again, I know exactly what I’ve come for.
La Casa Pergola is known for a number
of signature dishes, including our friend’s
favourite, the savoury Spaghetti Bolognese
with hand-formed meatballs. But I’m craving
Ravioli Con Tartufo – ravioli stuffed with
cheese and topped with the chef’s brandy
cream sauce, finished with black truffles. It’s
rich and decadent, and the portion isn’t so
large I feel guilty about indulging. When the
waiter checks that everything is to our liking,
our response is to groan with happiness.
The weather has continued to hold, so we
can’t resist taking our specialty coffees
outside onto the two-tiered patio, where
we can watch the evening world go by from
inside an oasis of potted greenery entwined
with fairy lights. Breathing in the fresh
evening air, replete from a unique meal made
by people who love food as much as we do, I
can’t help but think that the song was right –
it’s summer time, and the living really is easy.
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in a different way, tonight we choose to
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dine in the restaurant, where the tabless
are secluded and, in some cases, separated
by screens or tucked into intimate nooks.
The lights are low, casting shadows on
the Italian statuary and art that give
the dining room at La Casa Pergola the
warmth and ambiance we’re looking for.
RESTAURANT LISTINGS
ABC Country Restaurant
Blue Dragon Restaurant
2085 50th (Gaetz) Avenue
403-358-4280
#2, 7611 49th Avenue
403-309-9906
Albert’s Family Restaurant
Boston Pizza
#9, 5020 47th Avenue
403-341-6397
3215 50 (Gaetz) Avenue-South
403-343-7777
Applebee’s Neighbourhood Grill & Bar
Boston Pizza
#50D, 5250 22nd Street
403-340-2600
Ashley’s Grill (Quality Inn North Hill)
7150 50 (Gaetz) Avenue
403-343-8800
Botanica Restaurant
(Red Deer Lodge)
Astha Fine Indian Cuisine
4311 49th Avenue
403-346-8841
#810, 6730 Taylor Drive
403-356-9174
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7494 50 (Gaetz) Avenue- North
403-342-4446
Barbero’s Restaurant (Sheraton)
Boulevard Restaurant & Lounge
(Holiday Inn South)
403-346-2091
37471 Hwy 2 North
403-348-8485
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Canton Kitchen
Glenn’s Family Restaurant
#101, 5212 48th Street
403-347-8001
125 Leva Avenue
403-346-5448
China Ben
Golden Dragon
403-343-2760
#1 7445 50th (Gaetz) Avenue
403-403-348-0081
Cora’s
Heritage Ranch
403-986-8855
1-25 Riverview Park
403-347-4977
Denny’s Restaurant
Holiday Inn Café (Holiday Inn 67th)
ALL DAY BUFFET / 7 DAYS A WEEK
Dragon City Buffet
Cantonese & Szechuan Cuisine • Fully Licensed
Take Out Menu
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403-348-5040
6500 67th Street
403-342-6567
Dragon City Café
Hubie’s (1955) Diner
#157, 2325 50th (Gaetz) Avenue
403-340-3388
#101, 3722 57th Avenue
403-340-3795
Earl’s
Humpty’s Classic Café
403-342-4055
403-346-3830
Eastside Mario’s
Indian Flame & Pizza
403-342-2279
3 Ironside Street
403-314-4100
Five Guy’s Burgers and Fries
Indian Flame Restaurant & Sweets
403-358-3236
#108 4807-50 Ave
403-347-7600
Fusion Café
It’s All Greek To Me
403-348-5268
Bay 7, 3701 50th (Gaetz) Avenue
403-358-5544
George’s Pizza and Steakhouse
Joey’s Only Seafood Restaurant
403-342-1097
#1, 5431 43rd Street
403-342-7040
HOURS: Sun-Thur 11am - 10pm
Fri-Sat 11am - 11pm
403.340.3388
403.340.3332
Catering Private Parties up to
200 guests
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Combination Dinners
Dinner for Two
2 Egg Rolls
Dry Garlic Spareribs
Chicken Fried Rice
Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls
Beef Chop Suey
Fortune Cookies
Appetizers
REMINGTON’S GRILL
JB’S LOUNGE
ENJOY OUR EXTENSIVE SALAD BAR TO
ACCOMMODATE YOUR FAVOURITE MENU CHOICE
CASUAL DINING FEATURING OUR
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ONE GREAT LOCATION
BLACK KNIGHT INN
2929 - 50 AVE
403-343-6666
www.blackknightinn.ca
1. Egg Roll
2. Spring Roll
3. Crispy Wonton (12)
4. Dry Garlic Spareribs
5. Fried Wonton Szechuan Style
6. Pork Dumplings (12)
7. Deep Fried Chicken Wings
8. BBQ Pork
Soup
9. Wor Wonton Soup (for 2)
10. Wonton Soup
11. Wor Mein Soup (for 2)
12. Chicken Noodle Soup
13. Hot & Sour Soup (for 2)
Chicken
14. Chicken with Black Bean Sauce
15. Lemon Chicken
16. Chicken Hot Pot (boneless)
17. Szechuan Chicken
18. Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls
19. Curry Chicken
20. Almond Guy Ding (stir fried)
21. Almond Soo Guy (deep fried)
22. Chicken with Cashew Nuts
23. Moo Goo Guy Pan
24. Palace Style Chicken
25. Ginger Chicken
Beef
26. Beef Tenderloin with Black Bean Sauce
27. Special Beef Tenderloin
28. Beef with Broccoli
29. Beef with Green Peppers in Black Bean Sauce
30. Beef with Fresh Tomatoes
31. Beef with Snow Peas
32. Ginger Beef
33. Curry Beef
34. Beef with Satay Sauce
35. Szechuan Beef
36. Mushrooms with Beef Hot Pot
37. Beef Ginger Hot Pot
Hot & Spicy
Prices subject to change without notice.
Dinner for Four
4 Eggs Rolls
Dry Garlic Spareribs
Deep Fried Shrimp
Beef with Broccoli
Chicken Fried Rice
Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls
Sweet & Sour Pork
Fortune Cookies
Dinner for Six
6 Egg Rolls
Deep Fried Shrimp
Ginger Beef
Lemon Chicken
Sweet & Sour Pork
Beef with Broccoli
House Special Fried Rice
House Special Cantonese Chow Mein
Fortune Cookies
Pork
38. Salt & Pepper Pork
39. Sweet & Sour Spareribs
40. Sweet & Sour Pork
41. Honey Garlic Spareribs
42. Diced Pork with Cashew Nuts
43. Palace Style Pork
44. Peking Sweet & Sour Spareribs
Seafood
45. Deep Fried Shrimp
46. Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce
47. Shrimp with Cashew Nuts
48. Pan Fried Prawn
49. Palace Style Shrimp
50. Scallops in Black Bean Sauce
51. Salt & Pepper Squid
52. Shrimp with Snow Peas
53. Shrimp with Fresh Tomatoes
54. Curry Shrimp
55. Scallops with Snow Peas
56. Shrimp, Scallops & Squid with Mixed Vegetables
57. Seafood Tofu Hot Pot
58. Salt & Pepper Prawns
59. Szechuan Shrimp
60. Szechuan Scallops
Chow Mein (Noodles)
61. Chicken Chow Mein
62. Beef Chow Mein
63. BBQ Pork Chow Mein
64. Shrimp Chow Mein
65. Special Chow Mein
66. Vegetable Chow Mein
67. Seafood Chow Mein
68. Beef with Satay Sauce Chow Mein
69. Beef Chow Mein (Cantonese Style)
70. BBQ Pork Chow Mein (Cantonese Style)
71. Jumbo Prawn Chow Mein (Cantonese Style)
72. House Special Chow Main (Cantonese Style)
Fried Rice
73. Chicken Fried Rice
74. Beef Fried Rice
75. BBQ Pork Fried Rice
76. Shrimp Fried Rice
77. House Special Fried Rice (Yang Chow)
78. Mushroom Fried Rice
79. Steamed Rice
Chop Suey (Mixed Vegetables)
80. Chicken Chop Suey
81. Beef Chop Suey
82. BBQ Pork Chop Suey
83. Shrimp Chop Suey
84. House Special Chop Suey
85. Scallop Chop Suey
86. Hot & Spicy Chop Suey
87. Stir Fry Chop Suey
Specials
88. Mussels in Black Bean Sauce
89. Teriyaki Wings
90. Honey Garlic Boneless Pork
91. Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Egg Foo Yong
92. Plain Egg Food Yong
93. Chicken Egg Foo Yong
94. Beef Egg Foo Yong
95. BBQ Pork Egg Foo Yong
96. Shrimp Egg Foo Yong
97. Mushroom Egg Foo Yong
98. Oriental Special Egg Foo Yong
Rice Noodles
99. Beef Chow Mein with Soy Sauce
100. Beef Rice Noodles with Soy Sauce
101. Beef Rice Noodles with Black Bean Sauce
102. Singapore Vermicelli (curry)
103. Hah Moon Vermicelli (sweet & sour)
104. Special Shanghai Noodles
105. Chicken Shanghai Noodles
106. Beef Shanghai Noodles
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TWO GREAT RESTAURANTS
157, 2325 - 50 Ave,
Red Deer
Located by Value Village
Mongolie Grill
5101 76th Street
403-358-3474
#101, 5212 48th Street
403-340-0391
Keg Steakhouse & Bar
Monsieur Wong’s
403-309-5499
403-347-5320
Kia-Ora Resto-Lounge
Montana’s Cookhouse Saloon
#104, 4909-49th Avenue
403-986-6843
403-352-0030
La Casa Pergola
Moxie’s Classic Grill
4909 48th Street
403-342-2404
403-340-0111
Las Palmeras Mexican Restaurant
Mr.Mikes Steakhouse & Bar
403-346-8877
403-356-0056
Le Chateau Restaurant
New Mandarin Restaurant
#101D, 5212 48th Street
403-347-7555
#101D, 5212 48th Street
403-340-8888
Lucky’s Lounge
One Eleven Grill
4705 50th Street
403-348-8488
#108, 5301 43rd Street
403-347-2111
Mohave Grill
One Island Carribean & African Restaurant
6608 Orr Drive
403-340-3463
#103, 4916 Ross Street
403-986-4375
Momo Sushi
Parlour Gourmet Pizza
4828 48th Avenue
403-347-2099
#110, 100 Kent Street
403-350-3635
Get a
taste of
Red Deer’s finest
dining experience
featuring award winning
chef
Unwind in the lounge, dine with your family
or reserve our private room for a special
occasion. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner
and Sunday Brunch.
Bring Boulevard to your event!
Catering and private functions available.
Our elegant pillar-less ballrooms feature an
inviting decor and can accommodate up to
450 guests.
Emmanuel David and his
international culinary team.
Located in the
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
Gasoline Alley
403-314-BLVD
View our menu online at
www.boulevardrestaurant.ca
33 Petrolia Drive - Gasoline Alley (Next to Harley Davidson), Red Deer, AB
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Joey’s Only Seafood Restaurant
Rusty Pelican
PUB & LOUNGE LISTINGS
37432 Hwy 2 South
403-341-4013
403-347-1414
Blarney Stone Pub & Restaurant
Original Joe’s Restaurant & Bar
Phil’s Restaurant
Sam’s Café
4312 49th Avenue
403-347-1220
7101 50th (Gaetz) Avenue-North
403-342-7267
38 Village Mall
403-343-7880
4720 51st Avenue
403-343-6793
Bo’s Bar and Grill
Post Time Lounge
Pho Thuy Dong Vietnamese Restaurant
Saro’s Restaurant
#4, 4851 52nd Street
403-343-2720
4914 52nd Street
403-346-4666
403-309-2200
403-342-6688
Phoenix Buffet
Shangri-La Restaurant
Chillabongs
Tap House Pub and Grill
403-342-0330
403-347-8870
#18, 69 Dunlop Street
403-343-3332
403-341-5402
Pizza Hut
Shiso Restaurant
Cities Gastro Pub
The Hideout Eats and Beats
403-310-1010
403-341-5502
Queen’s Diner
Sushi Sushi
403-309-9989
411 Lantern Street
403-348-5309 or 403-348-5319
34 Burnt Basin Street
403-340-3302
#102, 4909 49th Street
403-348-0388
Cork’d Taphouse & Grill
The Vat
Ranch House Restaurant & Bar
Swiss Chalet
403-347-1117
5301 43rd Street
403-346-5636
403-358-4100
#8, 5111 22nd Street
403-755-1393
East 40th Pub
Toad & Turtle
Red Deer Chinese Buffet
The Noodle House
35 Village Mall, 6320 Gaetz Avenue
403-342-5555
4815 48th Avenue
403-340-1838
3811 40th Avenue
403-340-1844
403-352-4420
Local’s Pub
Velvet Olive
Red Deer Club Café
Tiffany’s Steakhouse & Lounge
5019 Ross Street
403-346-3323
403-341-3366
#6, 6315 Horn Street
403-986-7821
4928 50th Street
403-340-8288
Red Star Restaurant
Tony Roma’s
403-309-5566
#60, 5250 22nd Street
403-358-3223
Redstone Grill Inc.
Yummy Noodle
5018 45th Street
403-342-4980
#530, 6730 Taylor Drive
403-343-1788
Remington’s Grill (Black Knight Inn)
Wendy’s
403-343-6666
6781 Gaetz Avenue
403-343-1071
Ricky’s All Day Grill
Wendy’s
37462 Hwy 2 South
403-348-5522
2410 Gaetz Avenue
403-346-9466
Ricky’s All Day Grill
Wok Box
403-314-2330
6130 67 Avenue
403-356-9269
Rock Wood Fired Pizza
Wok Box
#40, 5250 22nd Street
403-309-7365
40A 5250 22 Street
403-986-7468
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Patty’s Family Restaurant
WHATEVER YOU’RE IN THE MOOD FOR ...
2828 Gaetz Avenue | Located in the Sandman Hotel
Red Deer | 403-340-0111
Sheraton Red Deer Hotel
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Red Deer Airport is located just off of Highway 2A – 8 kilometers south of Red Deer.
The Sheraton Red Deer Hotel provides 241
guestrooms and suites and 55,000 squarefeet of meeting space including a 34,000
square-foot Special Events Centre. “We host
some of the largest regional conferences
in Alberta,” says Lisa Francoeur, director
of sales & marketing. “Our Special Events
Centre is a beautiful room for trade shows
or elegant banquets up to 1,600 people.”
Check in to the iHotel 67 Street where
10 meeting rooms, fitness centre and day
spa make an ideal choice for the leisure
or business traveller alike or consider the
new Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites South, with
conference and meeting facilities for up to
500 people.
The Black Knight Inn Hotel caters to groups
from 4 to 400 for meetings, conferences,
trade shows, seminars and more. The Red
Deer Lodge offers 233 tastefully appointed
guest rooms, including 32 suites and 60
business class rooms that accompany 11
meeting rooms. The Quality Inn North Hill
features a wide range of 115 comfortable
guest rooms and 6 meeting rooms to
accommodate 3-300 attendees.
“Meeting in a larger city can be difficult to
plan an outing for a group with logistics
for transportation and costs of events,
but meeting in Red Deer, everything is 10
minutes away (at the most) and you’ll find
lots to do,” says Francoeur. “Cheer on the
Rebels at the ENMAX Centrium, take a
cruise on Sylvan Lake, enjoy a play at one
of our theatres, take a carriage ride at
Heritage Ranch, place your bet at Alberta
Downs or dance the night away at Billy
Bob’ss Country Dance Hall.”
Bob
Abottsford
If your last company retreat was such a
hit that it’s been water cooler fodder at
the office for weeks, it’s a safe bet your
convention location struck all the right
notes. Popular with the business-convention
set, Red Deer happens to have a hat trick
of reasons to host your next special event:
affordable accommodations, exceptional
and efficient service, and a prime setting —
it’s in the middle of everywhere. Whether
it’s a small meeting or a large convention,
the City and its corporate community have
facilities that are spacious and abundant
with amenities and hospitality to make sure
everything is taken care of.
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Exhibition Space
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Board Room Capacity
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Theatre Capacity
Total Meeting Space Sq Feet
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Banquet Capacity
Meeting Rooms
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Guest Rooms
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MEETING SPACES
Best Western PLUS Inns & Suites
6839 66th Street, Red Deer
403-346-3555, 1-800-780-7234
bestwesternreddeer.com
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Black Knight Inn
2929 - 50th (Gaetz) Avenue, Red Deer
403-343-6666, 1-800-661-8793
blackknightinn.ca
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400
900
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Comfort Inn & Suites Red Deer
6846 – 66th Street, Red Deer
403-348-0025, 1-866-348-0025
comfortinnreddeer.com
Hampton Inns and Suites
128 Leva Ave., Red Deer County
403-346-6688
reddeersuites.hamptoninnbyhilton.com
IT’S A
PLACE TO
CONNECT
iHoliday Inn 67th Street
6500 67 Street, Red Deer
403-342-6567, 1-800-661-4961
hi67.com
Holiday Inn & Suites Red Deer South
33 Petrolia Drive , Red Deer County, AB
403-348-8485
holidayinn.com
410
Avenue, the main north-south drag. From
there, it’s easy to give directions to a range
of excellent restaurants, both chains and
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the province, meeting in Red Deer makes
everyone’s life easier. And so the board
comes together in the centre of the province,
and I enjoy showing off Red Deer to the
uninitiated – that it’s not just a blip on the
those that are locally owned. After a full
day of work, it’s nice to have options
nearby. Since the group is small, we don’t
need reservations – in fact, we don’t even
need to get back in our cars to go for
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highway between two larger centres, but
a welcoming, park-like city that connects
the province, with affordable amenities for
every business or non-profit meeting need.
supper, since there are any number of food
options within walking distance. And what
better way to appreciate the city than
to walk along its busy streets, admiring
the green canopy of trees as you go?
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That’s exactly why the Writers’ Guild of
Alberta board meets in Red Deer every year
for a two-day planning meeting. We had
After an informal debrief of the day and
with pleasantly full stomachs, it’s time to
our pick of meeting rooms, from numerous
hotel conference rooms to meeting rooms
retire to our hotel rooms to read, do a little
preparation for the next day’s meeting,
at Red Deer Public Library, City of Red Deer
facilities, or Kerry Wood Nature Centre.
This time we chose the Black Knight Inn
because it has a smaller meeting room
that’s perfect for our group of ten. They
brought in lunch, but we’ll go out for supper
once we’ve completed the day’s work.
and unwind. It’s nice to know that at the
end of the day tomorrow, from such a
central location, my journey home will not
be a long one. Even better, I’m getting to
know Red Deer and realizing it’s an easy
day trip for the next time I want to get
away from home and explore a pretty little
city I might have previously overlooked.
Motel 6
#900, 5001 19th Street
403-340-1749, 1-800-466-8356
motel6.com
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Quality Inn North Hill
7150 - 50th (Gaetz) Avenue, Red Deer
403-343-8800, 1-800-662-7152
qualityinnnorthhill.com
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340
260
500
60
Ramada Inn & Suites
6853 - 66th Street, Red Deer
403-342-4445, 1-866-927-8483
ramadareddeer.com
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Red Deer Lodge
4311 - 49th Avenue, Red Deer
403-346-8841, 1-800-661-1657
reddeerlodge.ca
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Sandman
403-343-7400, 1-800-726-3626
sandmanhotels.com
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3310-50th Avenue, Red Deer
403-346-2091, 1-800-662-7197
sheratonhotelreddeer.com.com
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Westerner Park
4847A – 19 St
403-343-7800
westernerpark.ca
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Everyone comments on how easy it was
to find the hotel, situated as it is on Gaetz
For a province-wide organization with its
ffice
head office in Edmonton, a satellite office
in Calgary and board members from across
Red Deer Rebels
ENMAX Centrium - Red Deer Rebels Fans
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PASSION
FOR SPORTS
Known for its community enthusiasm,
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volunteerism and support, the Red Deer
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Region stands behind its athletes and ffulfills
“We were thrilled to host such exciting events
as the World Junior Exhibition games and the
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its commitment to hosting great events.
As well as being the two-time hosts of the
Scotties Tournament of Hearts, the region
has hosted major national and international
events including world curling championships
Centrium,” said John Harms, Westerner Park’s
CEO & General Manager. “Not only did this
opportunity help to put Westerner Park on
the map as central Alberta’s “Destination for
Celebration™,” but it gave us an opportunity
and national figure skating events.
to show Western Canada how committed we
are to creating world-class, family-friendly
events.”
Beyond facilities and an advantageous
proximity, midway between Calgary and
Edmonton, what positions the Red Deer
Region as an event host is the admirable
a wide range of rental options to stage and
support sporting events and tournaments.
accommodations inventory, which surpasses
that of other similar sized urban centres.
Westerner Park is central Alberta’s premiere
event destination, and hosts more than
1,500 sporting and trade events annually
including over 17 major equestrians’ events.
“Our venues and our people are here for one
There’s a great variety and number of
accommodations to host visitors in the Red
Deer region of which all are high-quality and
all at very reasonable costs.
reason — to create memorable experiences
for you and everyone attending your event,”
says Erin Gobolos, Marketing Manager,
Westerner Park.
Red Deer’s numerous indoor and outdoor
sports facilities make the city an ideal
setting to host athletes and a wide range of
professional and amateur sporting events.
Facilities such as the Collicutt Centre, Great
Chief Park and the numerous arenas offer
MULTI PURPOSE FACILITIES
Collicutt Centre
3031 – 30 Avenue
403-358-7529 403-309-8411
www.reddeer.ca/collicuttcentre
G.H. Dawe Community Centre
56 Holt Street
403-406-8600 403-309-8411
www.reddeer.ca/dawe
Michener Recreation Centre
51A Street & 38A Street
403-342-2853 403-309-8411
www.reddeer.ca
Red Deer Recreation Centre
4501 – 47A Avenue
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www.reddeer.ca/recreationcentre
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Indoor Running Track
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Arena
Fitness Centre
• Arena
• Climbing &
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• Food Services
• Soccer Pavilion
• Food Services
• Gymnasium
• Meeting room
• 25m x 6 lanes
indoor pool
• Dive Tank
• Warm Pool
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Meeting Room
Gymnasium
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Indoor Pool
• 50m x 6 lane
Outdoor Pool
• Steam Room,
Sauna & Hot Tub
• Fitness Centre
• Meeting Rooms
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INDOOR OUTDOOR SPORTS FACILITIES
OUTDOOR FACILITIES
Edgar Athletic Park
6905 Edgar Industrial Drive
AMENITIES
• 4 Soccer Fields
• Food Services
• 4 Slo Pitch Diamonds
• 2 Baseball Diamonds
403-309-8411
• 2 Fastball Diamonds
• 2 Baseball Diamonds
• 1 Soccer/Football Field
• Food Services
• Field House
INDOOR FACILITIES
AMENITIES
403-346-4259
Great Chief Park
4707 Fountain Drive
Kinex Arena
A 4725 43 Street
403-309-8411
Kinsmen Community Arena
#5 McIntosh Avenue
403-309-8411
Red Deer Arena
D 4725 43 Street
403-309-8411
Westerner Park
4847A – 19 St
403-343-7800
www.westernerpark.ca
• One NHL sized Arena
• Food Services
IT’S A
PLACE TO
STAY
Need a place to stay? Look no further. Whether
ed from
you arrive in Red Deer tired and rumpled
nd ready
a long day of travelling or energized and
• Second Floor Lobby
• Meeting Room
• One Smaller sized Arena
• Meeting Room
• Food Services
• Food Services
• Second Floor Lobby
• Enmax Centrium Arena
• Banquet Facilites
• Agricultural Facilities
for a new adventure, you’re sure to find the
ideal accommodations to suit your needs.
Throughout the city and in the surrounding area,
there are dozens of hotels, inns and bed and
breakfast facilities. If you’ve come with a group
or sports team, one of the many convenientlylocated hotels might have just the amenities you
need. Stopping in Red Deer for work? You’ll find
a variety of high-quality accommodations with
rooms, suites and convention facilities. Or, if you’re
looking to get even more local flavour, you may
prefer to stay at a bed and breakfast in the region;
some are located in historic homes with many
e
stories to tell, others are in rural areas that showcase
the beauty of the surrounding countryside.
facilities throughout the area are here to make
your trip enjoyable. Whatever your reason for
coming to Red Deer, you can rest assured that
when you get here, you’ll be taken care of.
The welcoming, friendly staff members at
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6846 66th Street
403-348-0025, 1-866-348-0025
comfortinnreddeer.com
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Comfort Inn & Suites Red Deer
Days Inn
#1000, 5001 19th Street
403-340-3297
daysinnreddeer.ca
Econo Lodge
23 Gasoline Alley East
403-346-4188
choicehotels.ca
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128 Leva Aveune
403-346-6688
reddeersuites.hamptoninnbyhilton.com
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Hampton Inns and Suites
Holiday Inn Express
403-343-2112, 1-877-660-8550
bestsleepintown.com
iHotel Inn 67th Street
6500 67th Street
403-342-6567, 1-800-661-4961
hi67.com
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403-348-8485, 1-877-660-8550
holidayinn.com
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#900, 5001 19th Street
403-340-1749, 1-800-466-8356
motel6.com
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403-343-8800, 1-800-662-7152
qualityinnnorthhill.com
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Complimentary hot breakfast buffet
Indoor pool and waterslide
24hr Health and fitness centre
24hr Health and fitness centre
Indoor pool and waterslide
with hot tub and steam room
Variety of guest room suites
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Walking distance of the Bower Shopping centre,
beautiful trail systems and lots of eateries.
Holiday Inn Express
2803 50th Avenue, Red Deer, AB
7000 sq. ft. pillar-less ballroom and conference
centre
Boulevard Restaurant and Lounge featuring
award winning chef Emmanuel David
Walking distance to Westerner Park, ten minutes
from the downtown area and only five minutes
from the Red Deer Regional Airport.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
33 Petrolia Drive - Gasoline Alley, Red Deer, AB
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+ lounge
Howard Johnson
403-343-8444, 1-800-424-9454
hojoreddeer.com
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All rooms include microwaves and fridges
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Red Deer South
$150 - $310
403-343-6666, 1-800-661-8793
blackknightinn.ca
$85- $97
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Wheelchair Accessible
PA
$125 - $199
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$135 - $300
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$99- $199
6839 66th Street
403-346-3555, 1-866-366-3555
bestwesternreddeer.com
$125 - $199
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$150 - $259
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Complimentary Breakfast
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Restaurant/ Cafe
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Meeting Facility
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Kitchen Suites
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Internet
98
IndoorPool (IP)/Outdoor(OP)/ Waterslide (W)
Exercise Room
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Hot Tub (H)/ Sauna (S)
Bus Parking
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Guest Laundry
Number of Rooms
92
Book your stay by phone or online
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super8.com
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403-358-7722, 1-800-454-3213
super8.com
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Western Budget Motel
171 Leva Avenue
403-358-5755
westernbudgetmotel.com
Western Budget Motel
403-347-2177
westernbudgetmotel.com
CLOSE BY
Greenway Inn
5402 2A Hwy, Lacombe, AB
403-782-7826
greenwayinn.ab.ca
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PA
We’ll see you there.
$85 - $130
Travelodge Red Deer
403-346-2011, 1-888-383-2344
travelodge.com
[email protected]
www.comfortinnreddeer.com
$80 - $110
Super 8 Red Deer
$109 - $199
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403-346-2091, 1-800-662-7197
sheratonhotelreddeer.com
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403.348.0025
Sandman Hotel Red Deer
403-343-7400, 1-800-726-3626
sandmanhotels.com
Comfort Inn
& Suites Red Deer
6846 - 66th Street
Red Deer, AB T4P 3T5
$129 - $139
4311 49th Avenue
403-346-8841, 1-800-661-1657
reddeerlodge.ca
Rates
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PA
$134 - $239
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IP
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Restaurant/ Cafe
Meeting Facility
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IndoorPool (IP)/Outdoor(OP)/ Waterslide (W)
Exercise Room
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Hot Tub (H)/ Sauna (S)
Bus Parking
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Guest Laundry
Number of Rooms
90
Ramada Inn & Suites
6853 66th Street
403-342-4445, 1-866-927-8483
ramadareddeer.com
• Free High Speed Internet Access
• Microwave, Fridge & Coffee Maker
in Every Guestroom
• Free Deluxe Continental
Breakfast - Now serving hot items
• Indoor Pool, Whirlpool and
WATERSLIDE
• Fitness Centre / Exercise Room
• Small Pets Are Welcome
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98 Deluxe Guest Rooms
Executive and Jacuzzi Suites
Wireless Internet
Indoor Pool & Whirlpool
Central Alberta Golf Packages
JB’s Lounge
Remington’s Grill
Black Knight Inn
A Great Place to Meet
for groups of 4 to 900.
Conferences, Meetings,
Banquets, Weddings &
Socials
2929-50 Ave, Red Deer, AB T4R 1H1
1.800.661.8793 403.343.6666
[email protected]
www.blackknightinn.ca
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Ramada Inns & Suites Red Deer is just what you need to unwind. With rooms as inviting as our service and
free continental breakfast with HOT items, Ramada Red Deer is waiting to make you feel right at home.
Ramada Inns & Suites Red Deer
6853 - 66th Street, Red Deer
Phone: 403-342-4445 Fax: 403-342-4433
Toll Free: 1-866-927-8483 or 1-800-2 RAMADA
[email protected]
www.RamadaRedDeer.com
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Days Inn - Red Deer
Sandman Hotel
#1000, 5001 19th Street
Red Deer, AB T4R 3R1
403-340-3297
www.daysinnreddeer.ca
2818 Gaetz Ave
Red Deer, AB T4R 3G8
403-343-7400 fax: 403-343-7411
[email protected]
www.sandmanhotels.com
Relax as you explore the city from Days Inn, steps
from Red Deer’s newest shopping and restaurant
district and blocks from Westerner Park. This clean
and quiet hotel is an ideal home base for travellers.
Days Inn offers free breakfast, pool and waterslide,
business and fitness centre, and free Internet access.
Conveniently located minutes from shopping,
Westerner Park and downtown, the Sandman
Hotel Red Deer offers 142 comfortable guest
rooms, kitchenettes and executive suites, executive
boardroom, fitness facilities, indoor pool &
whirlpool, high speed internet access available,
business center, Moxies Classic Grill with room
service, Mbar Lounge.
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Pick
your
PERk
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Receive either a
complimentary upgraded
guestroom or receive
20% off dinner in
Barbero’s Restaurant
SHERATON RED DEER HOTEL
3310 – 50 Avenue Red Deer, AB T4N 3X9
Toll Free: 800-662-7197
Barbero’s: 403-755-1167
[email protected]
FREE BREAKFAST
JACUZZI ROOMS
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Red Deer
 Close to the
Enmax Centrium & Westerner Park
 Remote Cable / TV
 Outside Access & Plug-ins
 Internet Kiosk
 Free Wireless Internet
 Pet Friendly Rooms
Ph: 1.877.424.6423
Ph: 403.346.4188 Fax: 403.346.8225
www.choicehotels.ca
Red Deer County, Alberta T4E 1B3
 24 Hour Check In
 Card Lock System
 Phone with Voice Mail
 Fridge & Microwave In All Rooms
 Kitchenettes
 Air Conditioned Units
 Cold Beer Liquor Store
 Guest Laundry
Red Lodge Guest Ranch
Box 1, Site 12, R.R.1
Bowden, AB T0M 0K0
1-888-546-6199
[email protected]
www.redlodgeoutfitters.com
A working ranch offering hourly trail rides, wagon
rides, challenge ropes course, and ranch stay
packages. Facilities include a restaurant, meeting
hall, rustic cabin accommodations, campground
area and indoor riding arena.
We cater to family reunions, weddings, corporate
retreats, individuals or families.
Sunday brunch open to the public.
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Pick
your
PERk
Receive either a
guestroom or receive
20% off dinner in
Barbero’s Restaurant
SHERATON RED DEER HOTEL
3310 – 50 Avenue Red Deer, AB T4N 3X9
Toll Free: 800-662-7197
Barbero’s: 403-755-1167
[email protected]
Book at the Sheraton Red
Deer Hotel and pick your
perk. Receive either a
guestroom (based on
availability at time of
check in) or receive 20%
off dinner in Barbero’s
Restaurant (excluding alcohol). No cash value.
Not valid with any other offer.
t Comfortable rooms & spacious suites
t Beautiful ballrooms & meeting rooms
t Complimentary continental breakfast,
local calls and morning newspaper
t Complimentary highspeed and
wireless internet
t Indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi,
steam room and massage therapist
t Fully equipped fitness centre
t Solace Spa & Salon
organic therapies & retail products,
full service nail & hair salon
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iHotel 67 Street, 6500 - 67th Street, Red Deer, AB
Tel: 403-342-6567 | Reservations: 1-800-661-4961
www.hi67.com | [email protected]
T
QUALITY INN NORTH HILL
7150 – 50th (Gaetz) Avenue,
Red Deer, AB T4N 6A5
[email protected]
www.qualityinnnorthhill.com
WEDDING6OUTSIDE CATERING GROUP BOOKINGS
SPORTS PACKAGE MEETINGS & CORPORATE NEEDS
T el:403-343-8800 T oll-F ree:1-800-662-7152
www.choicehotels.ca/cn927 Fax: 403-346-8690
The Howard Johnson Red Deer Features:
º Complimentary Continental Breakfast º Enhanced shower experience º Free high-speed Internet º Free parking
º Close to The Centrium & Westerner Park º Kitchenettes available º Pet friendly rooms available
º All guest rooms are equipped with a hair dryer, clock radio, and in-room coffee º Free local Calls
º Coin Laundry º Earn
points, good for FREE nights, FREE meals, FREE gifts and MORE!
º Friendly service and quality accommodations!
FREE Continental Breakfast
FREE Wifi throughout hotel
FREE Parking at our HUGE Lot
FREE Business Centre access
FREE Local Calls
FREE Room Service
t Indoor Pool & Hot Tub
t “Pet -Friendly” guestrooms available
t Guaranteed good night’s sleep with our
BRAND NEW Serta Queen/King Perfect Sleeper Units
(Pillow Top Mattresses)
t NEW LG 32” Smart LCD TVs in all guestrooms
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Howard Johnson Inn - Red Deer | (BTPMJOF"MMFZ&BTU | Red Deer, Alberta
Phone 403.343.8444 | Fax 403.342.4310 | [email protected]
© 2009 Howard Johnson Canada Franchise Systems Limited
FREE Consultation with Professional Event Planners!
Find your state of happiness.
* Rates subject to change
Rates
Pets Welcome(P) /
Additional Charge(PA)
Private Bathroom
Private Entrance
Internet
Children Welcome
Number of Rooms
BED & BREAKFAST / GUEST RANCHES
RED DEER
Dutchess Manor Retreat
4813 54 Street
Red Deer, AB
403-346-7776
dmanorretreat.com
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$65 - $75
5810 45 Avenue
Red Deer, AB
403-340-3334
galbraithmanor.com
2
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Galbraith Manor Bed and Breakfast
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RV There Yet Campground
Dutchess Manor Retreat
Jct of Hwy QE2 & Hwy 11A;
west to lights, north on
RR 275, 3 kms.
403-314-9577
www.rvthereyetcamping.com
4813-54 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 2G5
403-346-7776
[email protected]
www.dmanorretreat.com
Family owned and located minutes from Red Deer in
a peaceful countryside setting. Golf course adjacent.
Big rig friendly and pull throughs. Friendly hosts on
site! Amenities: fire pits and picnic tables at each site,
laundromat, free hot showers, playground, WIFI.
Leashed pets welcome. Reservations accepted. Full
service
sites 30, 50 amp. Open April 1 - October 31.
Come stay and enjoy the historic two story
European style B&B located close to downtown
Red Deer and open year round. Enjoy home
cooked food and plenty of rest. A wide array of Spa
services and treatments are available at the in house
spa - Complexions, relax and rejuvenate.
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McIntosh House Bed and Breakfast
4631 50 Street
Red Deer, AB
[email protected]
403-346-1622
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4445 Springbett Drive
Red Deer, AB
403-347-3610
$89 - $99
Inquire
Springbett Bed and Breakfast
$50 - $75
RED DEER COUNTY
Country Home Bed and Breakfast
R.R. #1, Site 7, Box 5
Red Deer County, AB
403-347-0356
[email protected]
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Proudly serving
Central Alberta for
over 40 Years!
Country Mouse Bed and Breakfast
26108 Twp Rd 381
403-347-0551
[email protected]
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Krusi Retreat Bed and Breakfast
2147 Twp Rd 352
403-227-2654
krusiretreat.com
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Red Lodge Outfitters & Guest Ranch
Box 1 Site 12
Bowden
403-224-3082
redlodgeoutfitters.com
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$60 - $75
$150
(Cabin)
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403.346.5577
1.800.662.7176
JUST BEYOND RED DEER
Fawn Meadows Bed and Breakfast
2201 18 Avenue
Delburne, AB
1-877-742-8275
fawnmeadowslodge.com
2804 Gaetz Ave. Red Deer, AB
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www.southsidereddeer.com
Rolyn Hills Bed & Breakfast
26049 Hwy 595
403-347-0206
[email protected]
rolynhills.com
Minimum Rate
Maximum Rates
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$31
Sewage Disposal
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Internet
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Pool (IP-Indoor OP-Outdoor)/River/Lake(O)
Hiking / Biking Trails
Beach / Picnic Sites
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Guest Laundry
Number of Tenting Sites
37
Boat Launch
Number of Sites
126
Lions Campground
CAMPGROUNDS
RED DEER
The beauty of a park. The convenience of the city.
Lions Campground
4759 Riverside Drive
403-342-8183
Bring your family and friends to enjoy the amenities and activities at
Lions Campground, located in the heart of Red Deer.
Westerner Park Campground
110
4847D 19 Street
403-352-8801
westernercampground.com
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RED DEER COUNTY
RV There Yet Campground
#20, 39156 Range Rd 275
403-314-9577
rvthereyetcamping.com
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For more information, call 403-342-8183
or visit www.reddeer.ca.
Elnora Municipal Campground
407 2 Avenue
403-773-3922
villageofelnora.com
The Red Deer river provides the backdrop for your stay in one
of the full or semi-serviced campsites. Take part in the wealth of
activities offered throughout the city, or appreciate the quiet beauty
of the expansive trail system along the river.
Make Lions Campground your camping destination in 2013.
Anthony Henday Campground
4943 53 Street, Innisfail
403-227-3376
townofinnisfail.com
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Fawn Meadows RV Park
2201 18 Avenue, Delburne
403-749-2099
fawnmeadowslodge.com
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Trenville Park
21563 Twp Rd 361A
403-773-2273
villageofelnora.com
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Riverview Campground
26016 Hwy 11
403-347-7663
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$30
Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial
Recreation Area
Hwy 54, Innisfail
403-340-7691
albertaparks.ca/gleniffer-reservoir
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Jarvis Bay Provincial Park
Hwy 20, Sylvan Lake
403-887-5522
albertaparks.ca/jarvis-bay
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Spruce Bay Resort
36101 Range Road 250
403-886-4836
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Summerland RV Leisure Park
40325 Range Road 282
Gull Lake, AB
403-748-4855
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Red Lodge Provincial Park
Hwy 587, Bowden
403-224-2547
albertaparks.ca/red-lodge
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