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2013 is going to be the best summer ever, Red Deer! With free City of Red Deer events and concerts happening all summer long downtown on the Ross Street Patio and at Bower Ponds. Plus the Centennial events and a host of other wonderful community events, there's something to keep you out in the sunshine every week all summer long. To keep up to date on the Best Summer Ever series and other cultural event in Red Deer like us on facebook or follow us on twitter @RDbestsumerever
Weekly events happening every Wednesday (4:15 - 6:30 p.m.) and Thursday (11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) on the Ross Street Patio from June to September are presented through a partnership between The City and the Downtown Business Association.
The City of Red Deer Culture Services is doing an Open Call for performing and visual artists. See  Open Call and Application Form for more information.
Please note that events with an asterisk (*) are not hosted by the City of Red Deer. For more information on those events, click the link in the listing and contact the host organization directly.
* May 31 – June 1: Central Alberta Children’s Festival
Recreation Centre Park
4501 - 47A Ave
www.centralalbertachildrensfestival.ca
Wednesday, June 5 & Thursday, June 6 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
Friday, June 7 - Ross Street Patio Kick Off
Ross Street and Gaetz (50th) Avenue
11:45 - 1:15 p.m. & 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
The official kick and opening of the Ross Street Patio. Live music and entertainment will get the summer started right.
* June 8 – 15: Red Deer Artwalk Festival
East Rotary Recreation Park 47 Ave & 44 St
Amble Gallery Tour: June 13 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Friday Night Films: June 14 from 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Festival Day: June 15 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
www.reddeerartwalk.ca
Wednesday, June 12 & Thursday, June 13 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
Wednesday, June 19 & Thursday, June 20 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
June 23 - Summer Sundays at Bower Ponds
2 - 4 p.m., Bower Ponds stage
Free concert featuring Red Deer local Randi Boulton. Join us for some smooth sounds from her recently released album "Sometimes Life" A perfect way to spend a summer Sunday!
Wednesday, June 26 & Thursday, June 27 - Ross Street Patio and Veterans’ Park Events
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
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* Monday, July 1 - Canada Day at Bower Ponds from 10 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.
Don’t miss this festival with live multi-cultural entertainment, ethnic food vendors and a fireworks finale. For more information click here.
Wednesday, July 3 - Mayor’s Garden Party at City Hall Park from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Ph. 403-309-4091
Reminiscent of a Victorian tea party, this July event in City Hall Park comes alive with costumed characters, visual artists and live entertainment. Join the Mayor in this picturesque setting while enjoying a spot of tea and relaxing in our garden.
Wednesday, July 3 & Thursday, July 4 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
Friday, July 5 - Ross Street Patio
Ross Street and Gaetz (50th) Avenue
5 - 8 p.m.
Red Deer's own Oldbury and Half Chance Heros will be rocking out on the patio, a great way to start your weekend and enjoy the summer. Grab your dancing shoes and come out to this free concert.
July 7 - Summer Sundays at Bower Ponds
2 - 4 p.m., Bower Ponds stage
Free family-oriented concert featuring Canadian Children Entertainer Fred Penner. Remember him crawling through the log on CBC, or how about singing along to "Cat Came Back". Whether you remember him from your childhood or want to introduce him to your children this will be a great show.
Wednesday, July 10 & Thursday, July 11 – Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
Wednesday, July 17 & Thursday, July 18 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
* July 17 – 21: Westerner Days Fair & Exposition
Westerner Park, Red Deer
Ph: 403.343.7800 Central Alberta’s largest summer celebration. From midway rides and free entertainment to the nightly pony chuckwagon races, agricultural and arts shows and exhibits, there's something for everyone!
www.westernerdays.ca
* July 18 - August 4: Bard on Bower
Bower Ponds Stage
Shakespeare festival returns! Join us in the park this summer for "Romeo and Juliet" and "As you Like It". For more information on exact times and performance dates visit www.primestocktheatre.com or find us on facebook.
Wednesday, July 24 & Thursday, July 25 – Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
* July 27 – 29: CentreFest
CentreFest celebrates its 10th anniversary as an International Street Performers Festival featuring world class acts and local performers.
Ph. 403-340-8696
www.centrefest.ca
Wednesday, July 31 & Thursday August 1 - Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
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Friday, August 2 – Ross Street Patio
Ross Street and Gaetz (50th) Avenue
5 - 8 p.m.
Another free concert on Ross Street Patio featuring local blue grass band Waskasoo. Come downtown to enjoy a foot stomping good time.
Wednesday, August 7 & Thursday, August 8 – Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
August 11 - Summer Sundays at Bower Ponds
2 - 4 p.m., Bower Ponds stage
Free concert with Central Alberta's finest mix of rockabilly, outlaw country and steampunk swing, Punch Drunk Cabaret. Come out and enjoy this high energy show is one not to be missed.
Wednesday, August 14 & Thursday, August 15 – Ross Street Patio and Veterans’ Park Events
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
* August 17 - 19: Central Music Fest
#20 – 27354 Twp. Rd. 392 (Taylor Drive north to Highway 11A, 5 km north on C&E Trail, then 2 km west on Twp. Rd. 392)
Central Music Festival is a family-oriented celebration of culture that features a wide range of musical styles performed on an outdoor stage, a Kids Korner focused on entertainment and activities for children, and a host of local vendors offering food and beverages, crafts, and other interesting wares.
www.centralmusicfest.com
* Sunday, August 18: Fiestaval – Latin Festival
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Downtown Red Deer
Ph. 403-340-8696
Fiestaval is a one-day, free multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American culture. Music, dancing and authentic Latin foods!
www.fiestaval.ca
* Saturday, August 17 & Sunday, August 18: Pioneer Days
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunnybrook Farm Museum
Ph.403-340-3511
Pioneer breakfast, tractor pulls, tractor parade, threshing demonstrations, home-made pie, beef on a bun dinner (Saturday at 5 p.m. only), children’s activities, concession, face painting and more.
www.sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca
Wednesday, August 21 & Thursday, August 22 – Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
* Saturday, August 24 & Sunday, August 25 - Fort Normandeau Days
12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Historic Fort Normandeau
Ph. 403-346-2010
Celebrate the peaceful coming together of Red Deer’s three founding cultures in 1880 with traditional games, food, a black powder demonstration and more.
www.waskasoopark.ca
Wednesday, August 28 & Thursday, August 29 – Ross Street Patio and Veterans’ Park Events
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
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September 1 - Summer Sundays at Bower Ponds
2 - 4 p.m., Bower Ponds stage
Award winning multi-instrumental duo PEAR will be here to grace the stage with their dynamic and high energy blend of country, pop and roots music. Both nominated for fiddlers of the year, these two will put on a show you will remember.
Wednesday, September 4 & Thursday, September 5 – Ross Street Patio
Every Wednesday night from 4:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., a Red Deer artist or entertainer will be featured on the Ross Street Patio. The same artist will repeat their presentation the next day from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the Ross Street Patio for the interest and entertainment of the weekday lunch crowd. Check out this fun opportunity to learn more about the creativity happening in Red Deer, all while enjoying the ambiance of downtown. A different artist/ performer is featured every week.
Friday, Sept 6 – Ross Street Patio
Ross Street and Gaetz (50th) Avenue
5 - 8 p.m.
Multi award winning Canadian Country star Duane Steele will be gracing the patio with his traditional country style and undeniable singing and song-writing talent. Come down for one more beautiful summer evening and the last free concert for the summer.
Sunday, September 22 - Earthdance from 3 – 7:30 p.m.
Veteran's Park & Ross St. Patio
Ph. 403-340-8696 or 403-309-4757
Earthdance is a global festival that unites communities around the world in a celebration for peace through dance, music, art and a synchronized non-denominational prayer for peace.
http://earthdancereddeer.googlepages.com
September 27 - 29: Alberta Culture Days
Various venues throughout Red Deer
Red Deer Arts Days is a three-day celebration of the arts that showcases Alberta artists of all disciplines, and encourages Albertans to discover, experience and celebrate the arts.
Ph. 403-348-2787 or 403-309-4091
http://culture.alberta.ca/events or www.facebook.com/#!/reddeerartsdays or www.reddeer.ca/culture
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