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70 events, Sunday, November 29 to Saturday, December 5
CAT Studio Space · $30
Directed by Tanya Ryga Some intense ghost scenes. Suitable for ages 12 and up Sylvan Lake Theatre’s holiday hit is back by demand at Central Alberta Theatre Nov. 26-Dec. 6. This wonderful musical about the power of family, redemption and the Christmas spirit is unforgettable entertainment for ages
Ellis Nature Centre, Lacombe County · $8
Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent o
Red Deer Curling Centre
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Through fun, engaging activities and nationally developed teaching methods, skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills such as balance, control, agility, and coordination. At Momentum S
Dawe Branch
Join us for this interactive storytime filled with Ukrainian children’s books and folktales, fostering a love for reading and language exploration with music, songs, crafts and games. For children ages 3 to 6 and their parent or caregiver. This program is delivered in Ukrainian. Registration is req
Town Office, Bentley
Join us, as we join Brad from the Primary Care Network in Innisfail, via zoom for Movers & Groovers. Please arrive by 9:45 as class starts at 10! Please bring a stretch band.
Red Deer Curling Centre
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Through fun, engaging activities and nationally developed teaching methods, skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills such as balance, control, agility, and coordination. At Momentum S
On Your Phone! Library
Call the Lit Line at 403-342-9100 in December for a Christmas Literature Quiz.
$1
Come out for Coffee and Conversation on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Friendship Center! $1 Donation towards coffee is appreciated
Red Deer Curling Centre
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Through fun, engaging activities and nationally developed teaching methods, skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills such as balance, control, agility, and coordination. At Momentum S
Downtown Branch
Perfectly tailored for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun and engaging storytime features stories, rhymes and activities that build early literacy skills, develop kindergarten readiness and encourage learning through play! Each session will also include tips and strategies to suppor
Ellis Nature Centre, Lacombe County · $10
Come spend the morning with us as we launch our new Senior Explorers program! Throughout the summer, we’ll explore a different nature topic each week, from pond dipping for aquatic invertebrates and learning about what makes a healthy wetland, to examining owl pellets, flight, and feathers, identif
Red Deer Curling Centre
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Through fun, engaging activities and nationally developed teaching methods, skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills such as balance, control, agility, and coordination. At Momentum S
$1
Come out for Coffee and Conversation on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Friendship Center! $1 Donation towards coffee is appreciated
Dawe Branch
Designed especially for busy toddlers and their caregivers, this interactive story time includes stories, rhymes, movement and songs that support early language development and physical literacy. Each session will also share early literacy strategies to build vocabulary, comprehension and a love of
Red Deer Curling Centre
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Through fun, engaging activities and nationally developed teaching methods, skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills such as balance, control, agility, and coordination. At Momentum S
Timberlands Branch
Perfectly tailored for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun and engaging storytime features stories, rhymes and activities that build early literacy skills, develop kindergarten readiness and encourage learning through play! Each session will also include tips and strategies to suppor
Timberlands Branch
Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us for a gentle and joyful introduction to early literacy. Through tickle rhymes, wiggle songs, and simple stories, we foster early brain development and bonding between child and caregiver. A great way to meet other families with little ones in a fun
Neeralta Pavilion
6th Annual Red Deer CHRISTMAS in the County
Downtown Branch
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime that helps to develop language and pre-reading skills in children up to age five. We'll enjoy short stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that help build early literacy and social skills. No registration required! Drop in to join the fun 🎉
Millet Agriplex Banquet Room, Millet
Millet and District Recreational & Agricultural Society Doors open at noon Games begin at 1pm Concession available
Collicutt Branch
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime that helps to develop language and pre-reading skills in children up to age five. We'll enjoy short stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that help build early literacy and social skills. No registration required! Drop in to join the fun 🎉
$1
Floor Curling takes place at the Eckville Friendship Center Every Monday at 1:00PM $1/person
Downtown Branch
Join SMART Recovery on Mondays at the Downtown Branch for support for individuals seeking abstinence from addiction using self management and recovery training. For more information, visit https://www.smartrecovery.org
Gaetz Memorial United Church
Hearts of Harmony is returning to regular Monday night rehearsals on August 10, 2026 at Gaetz Memorial United Church 6:30-9:00. Ladies, come see what we are all about. Check out our website at heartsofharmony.ca
The Forum, Red Deer County
Your First Class With Us is Free! Partner Acrobatics is a fun movement practice that combines strength, balance, trust, and communication. Whether you’re brand new or continuing to build your skills, we have a class for you. Mondays – Beginner Foundations Perfect for those who are new to Partner A
Dawe Branch
Join us for this fun, interactive program designed for ages 3 to 6 years of age and their caregivers. Children will practice basic yoga movements, while listening to stories, learning rhymes, and singing songs. Registration is required.
Downtown Branch
Designed especially for busy toddlers and their caregivers, this interactive story time includes stories, rhymes, movement and songs that support early language development and physical literacy. Each session will also share early literacy strategies to build vocabulary, comprehension and a love of
Dawe Branch
Presented by Wellspring Alberta. Cancer Connect is an informal gathering over coffee, tea and snacks open to any adult participants living with cancer – those diagnosed and caregivers/supporters. Facilitated by a Wellspring Alberta program leader and co-sponsored by Red Deer Public Library, these
Online
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website. --------------------- Yes, we are a register
Keyera Place 5109 54 Street Rimbey, AB, Rimbey
Downtown Branch
Drop in after school to hang out! Snacks and fun to be provided. Fall 2026 Schedule: - September 8: Button Making - September 22: Hobbit Day Craft - October 6: Bead Keychains - October 20: Halloween Movie (program will run longer to accommodate the movie)* - November 3: Discarded Books Collage - N
Dawe Branch
Do you want to read to a furry friend? Katja, our library's facility dog in training is all ears! Register for a 30 minute reading session with Katja. Children who struggle with reading will benefit from the opportunity to tackle their challenges in the presence of an accepting, non-judgmental anim
Downtown Branch
Let’s speak Cree! = Nehiyawe tan Join RDPL and Cree instructor, Elder Linda Ophus, for this program that revitalizes Indigenous language and culture. Open to all who are interested in learning more about Cree language and culture. New members are always welcome! Registration is required. Choose fr
Timberlands Branch
Across cultures and communities, death is frequently surrounded by silence and uncertainty. Many of us are taught to avoid conversations about loss, grief, and dying. We aim to change that, one book at a time, with hand-selected titles that will comfort, inspire and educate. This book club is for an
Keyera Place 5109 54 Street Rimbey, AB, Rimbey
Olds Sportsplex, Olds
AJHL hockey: the Olds Grizzlys host the Camrose Kodiaks.
Millet Library, Millet
$2
Crib Games Every Wednesday at 1:00PM at the Friendship Center! $2/person
Downtown Branch
Join us to hear guest speakers from our community share their travel adventures! This month's speaker and topic are TBD. No registration required.
Timberlands Branch
Do you want to read to a furry friend? Katja, our library's facility dog in training is all ears! Register for a 30 minute reading session with Katja. Children who struggle with reading will benefit from the opportunity to tackle their challenges in the presence of an accepting, non-judgmental anim
Red Deer Public Library — Downtown Branch
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time. The second Wednesday of each month is
Timberlands Branch
Let’s speak Cree! = Nehiyawe tan Join RDPL and our special guest, Elder Linda Ophus, for this program that revitalizes Indigenous language and culture. Open to all who are interested in learning more about Cree language and culture. New members are always welcome! Registration is required. Choose
Kinsmen Room, Rimbey
Red Deer Curling Centre
Join the Red Deer Curling Centre for our Wednesday Night Open Summer League! Enjoy a fun and friendly summer league with great competition, team camaraderie, and plenty of time on the ice. League Details: • Wednesdays | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM • Dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5 & 12 &bu
Centrium
CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY WONDERLAND CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY WONDERLAND BRINGS THE MAGIC TO the Westerner Park Marchant Crane Centrium ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2! This holiday season, follow our heroes as they are transported into a dazzling winter wonderland where time seems to stand still. With each dar
Dawe Branch
Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us for a gentle and joyful introduction to early literacy. Through tickle rhymes, wiggle songs, and simple stories, we foster early brain development and bonding between child and caregiver. A great way to meet other families with little ones in a fun
Red Deer Public Library — Downtown Branch
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies. Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
Downtown Branch
This month's concert features soprano Cara Lianne McLeod and pianist Neville Bowman performing jazz, pop, blues, and a touch of classical music. Can't make it in person? Most concerts are also streamed live on our YouTube channel and at rdpl.org/arts
Weekly Work Bee 1-3 PM Call 780-387-4684 for more information
Keyera Place 5109 54 Street Rimbey, AB, Rimbey
Festival Hall · $30
Jesse Roper & his bandmates, the Pretty Good Band, return to Festival Hall on December 3rd, 2026 This Toronto-based troubadour crafts big-hearted indie-folk songs for dreamers, wanderers and hopeless romantics. From fingerpicked confessionals to foot-stomping, full-band singalongs, his recent album
Red Hart Brewing Library
Join us to celebrate all the wonders of the season! The falls, the frigid weather, the family fights, the festivities that fail – all wrapped up in a festive bow, sure to tickle your funny bone. Beverages are available for purchase. For ages 18+ only. Language advisory. Note: this program is offer
CAT Studio Space · $30
Directed by Tanya Ryga Some intense ghost scenes. Suitable for ages 12 and up Sylvan Lake Theatre’s holiday hit is back by demand at Central Alberta Theatre Nov. 26-Dec. 6. This wonderful musical about the power of family, redemption and the Christmas spirit is unforgettable entertainment for ages
Keyera Place 5109 54 Street Rimbey, AB, Rimbey
Festival Hall · $30
This Toronto-based troubadour crafts big-hearted indie-folk songs for dreamers, wanderers and hopeless romantics. From fingerpicked confessionals to foot-stomping, full-band singalongs, his recent album Nomad captures his spirit. It’s rooted in the restless beauty of “inbetween-ness,” with Muirhead’
Free Gr 6-12
CAT Studio Space · $30
Directed by Tanya Ryga Some intense ghost scenes. Suitable for ages 12 and up Sylvan Lake Theatre’s holiday hit is back by demand at Central Alberta Theatre Nov. 26-Dec. 6. This wonderful musical about the power of family, redemption and the Christmas spirit is unforgettable entertainment for ages
Centrium
WHL hockey: the Red Deer Rebels host the Prince George Cougars.
One Accord Center Free Gr 6-12
Neeralta Pavilion
6th Annual Red Deer CHRISTMAS in the County DEC 5/6, 2026 Red Deer’s Largest Holiday Gift Shopping Experience! Sat, Dec 5 – 10:00am to 5:00pmSun, Dec 6 – 10:00am to 4:00pm Westerner Park – Neeralta Pavilion4847A 19th Street, Red Deer, AB, Canada Free family & friends admission COMMUNITY. CREAT
Centrium
WHL hockey: the Red Deer Rebels host the Prince Albert Raiders.
CAT Studio Space · $30
Directed by Tanya Ryga Some intense ghost scenes. Suitable for ages 12 and up Sylvan Lake Theatre’s holiday hit is back by demand at Central Alberta Theatre Nov. 26-Dec. 6. This wonderful musical about the power of family, redemption and the Christmas spirit is unforgettable entertainment for ages
Lacombe Performing Arts Centre, Lacombe · $50
Ariana Whitlow brings her full-piece band, signature comedy and tales of Christmas while performing Christmas sing-a-longs. An alumna of Paul McCartney's Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Ariana has appeared several times with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and opened for Blue Rodeo and to p
Red Deer Memorial Centre · $42–$63
Celebrate the holiday season with the Red Deer Symphony Orchestra’s Passport to Christmas on Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 PM at the Red Deer Memorial Centre. Enjoy an enchanting evening of festive music and symphonic favorites perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. Tickets go on sale Septembe
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