About Red Deer, Alberta

The city of Red Deer is Central Alberta's primary transportation, economic and residential hub, located midway between the major urban centres of Calgary and Edmonton on Highway 2. Set in midst of Alberta's fertile farmland and gently rolling hills with the Rocky Mountains visible along the southwest horizon, Red Deer is one of the fastest growing communities in Canada and services an outlying market of over 2 million people within a 160 kilometre radius. With a population of 90,500 and a real estate market containing over 38,000 homes, condominiums and apartments, Red Deer is a bustling and diverse community. The city's population is one of the youngest in Canada, with a median age of 35. As the largest urban centre in Central Alberta, Red Deer is home to almost all of the region's major amenities ranging from major stores, grocery and restaurant chains to a mix of smaller, locally-run cafes and shops. The city provides comprehensive police, health and emergency services, and offers an excellent education system including both public and Catholic school boards in addition to the acclaimed Red Deer College.

Red Deer has a wide range of recreational options for all ages and activity levels, including Collicutt Centre, a large complex housing an ice rink, indoor soccer field, running track, pock, weight room, and a fieldhouse. Great West Adventure Park is a popular BMX biking track, and skiers enjoy the slops at Canyon Ski Hill located only 10 minutes from the city. The city is proud to offer its residents ample green space and parkland within the city, including the picturesque Bower Ponds in Waskasoo Park, Great Chief Athletic Park, Kiwanis Picnic Park, and the popular Heritage Ranch near the Red Deer River, which offers horseback riding and hay rides in addition to its park and picnic facilities.

Learn More About Red Deer

Get more information about Red Deer and what it's like to live, work and play here. Learn more about our local government, the services and local businesses, and the greater Red Deer region.

• City of Red Deer
 
• Local City Council
 
• Chamber of Commerce
 
• Public School System
• History of Red Deer
 
• Downtown Red Deer
 
• Emergency Services
 
• Catholic School Board
• Red Deer Airport
 
• Red Deer Library
 
• Local News & TV Media
 
• Red Deer College

Visitor Info

Is this your first time in Red Deer and Central Alberta? Visit these sites before you visit us!

• About Alberta
 
• Traveling in Canada
• Red Deer Tourism
 
• Immigration Info
• Red Deer Travel Info
 
• Moving to Red Deer

Museums & Galleries

Red Deer values its rich and diverse heritage and culture. There are several great museums and galleries within the city.

• Red Deer Musuem
 
• Sunnybrook Farm Museum
• Fort Normandeau
 
• Heritage Buildings & Sites
• Corridor Community Gallery
 
• Marjorie Wood Gallery

Outdoor Parks & Recreation

There are some fantastic parks and recreational facilities in Red Deer, including the popular Heritage Ranch, Canyon Ski Resort, and the Kerry Wood Nature Centre in Waskasoo Park.

• Waskasoo Park
 
• Heritage Ranch
 
• Collicutt Centre
 
• Trail System
• Kerry Wood Nature Centre
 
• Canyon Ski Resort
 
• River Bend Recreation Area
 
• Ski Hills & Trails
• Rotary Recreation Park
 
• Lions Campground
 
• Michener Aquatic Centre
 
• Community Services Guide

Entertainment

Here are just a few ways and places you can enjoy great shows, sports and events in Red Deer.

• Red Deer Rebels Hockey
 
• Enmax Centrium
• Westerner Park
 
• Central Alberta Theatre
• Carnival Cinemas
 
• Ticket Central

Festivals & Events

Here are some of our favourite annual festivals and events in Red Deer, but there are lots more!

• Westerner Days
 
• Red Deer Carnival
• Childrens' Festival
 
• Festival of Trees
• Street Performers Festival
 
• Community Events Guide