Writes of Winter
November 12 to December 1
Red Deer Arts Council
#6 4919-49 St

Time to put your thoughts to paper for this fun and creative writing contest. Whether you are a seasoned writer like a warm winter greeting or new like fallen snow to the world of writing, we want to see your stories! Submit your stories to the Red Deer Arts Council. Winners to be announced Dec 8. Top stories will be published on the We Are Red Deer website. 

Submission deadline: December 1, 2025 at midnight

For more information, visit the Red Deer Arts Council — Literary, Performing, Visual :: Home

November 21: 4 - 7 p.m.
Ross Street Patio & Veterans Park

Santa Claus is coming to town – downtown!

Visit with Santa in person while enjoying free hot chocolate, warm fire pits, kids activities and a mini winter market to kick off the holiday season.

 Visit the DBA's Frost Street Patio Party web page for more information.

Saturday, November 22: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery
4525 47A Avenue

Featuring a selection of fine art, functional art, and handmade goods from established and emerging local artists, this market is your one-stop-shop for high-quality artistry. Sure to be appreciated as gifts for your loved ones (or yourself); stop by and see!

For more information, visit Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery.

November 22 & 23
Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Avenue

Come for a market full of local, homemade products and get your holiday shopping done early with our fantastic vendors! All ages welcome, free admission. Drop in, come and go as you please.

For more information, visit Waskasoo | Kerry Wood Nature Center | Fort Normandeau or call 403-346-2010 ext 104

Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23, 2025
Norwegian Laft Hus Society
Heritage Square, 4402 - 47 Avenue

Come find lefse, flatbread, krumkake, rosettes, lace cookies, fattigmann, and more!

For more information, visit Events & Public Programing | Mysite

Saturday, November 22
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Rec Centre: 4501 – 47A Avenue

The Red Deer Pottery Club will be offering "all things pottery", functional and decorative, made locally by skilled hands.
The Red Deer Art Club will be joining us, offering fine water colours, acrylic, and oil paintings, and hand made cards.
All great for gifts!

Family Fun Night
Friday, November 28, 5 to 8 p.m.
Red Deer Museum & Gallery
4525 - 47A Avenue

Get the family out for a fun night of art and games. Admission by suggested donation of $5/person.

For details see: Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery

Family Snowshoeing
Saturday, November 29, Saturday, December 27, & Sunday, December 28
12 – 3 p.m.
Kerry Wood Nature Centre
6300 – 45 Street

Bring the family for some snowshoe fun, no experience necessary! Our snowshoes fit 3 years and up: you are welcome to bring a sled for your little ones. Be sure to dress for the weather to stay comfortable and warm while enjoying some time together in the beautiful Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary.

All ages welcome for this drop in activity. Snowshoes are first come, first served. Last snowshoes go out at 3 p.m..

Program runs if snow levels and temperatures are permitting. Temperature cut off is -25 degrees Celsius including windchill.

$3/person or $10/family.

For more information, call 403-346-2010 ext 104 or visit waskasoopark.ca

Various Art Galleries: 5 to 8 p.m.

Visit the galleries of Red Deer for First Fridays and enjoy the twinkle of the season as you stroll the beautiful festive sights of downtown. 

TLC: Toques, Lanterns & Cookies
Saturday, December 6, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Red Deer Arts Council
Location: TBD

Hosted by the Red Deer Arts Council

More details to follow

Santa Stroll
5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
City Hall Park
49 Avenue & 49 Street

Following the TLC event, stroll through City Hall Park with your Toques and Lanterns. 

Christmas Concert in the Club Café
Wednesday, December 17, 2025: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Red Deer Museum & Gallery
4525 - 47A Avenue

Join us for some traditional holiday carols on the player piano!

Refreshments will be served.

Admission by suggested donation of $5/person.

For more information, visit Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery