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Funds for Intensive and Cardiac Care Units

Festival of Trees is already here to welcome Christmas cheer

Oct 3, 2022 | 2:52 PM

It’s never too early for that Christmas spirit!

Red Deer’s Festival of Trees 2022 is already offering central Albertans a chance to win cash and other prizes while supporting the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Cardiac Care Unit (CCU).

For the last 28 years, the Festival of Trees has raised funds for healthcare enhancements at the Centre and others in the region. As the only facility in the Central Zone with Intensive and Coronary Care beds, this year’s funds will go towards the Red Deer Hospital’s plan to create a permanent space for the CCU and expanding its ICU beds by eight for a new total of 20.

The Festival is currently selling tickets for their Christmas Jingle Cash Lottery, Daily Add-on, and other special events, including:

  • Festival of Wines – Nov. 25: Sample flavours of wine, spirits, beer and food from vendors around the world
  • Mistletoe Magic – Nov. 26: Dinner and entertainment for fathers and daughters
  • Festival Pancake Breakfast – Nov. 27: Family-friendly breakfast

Tickets for the Lottery begin at $10 and can be purchased in bundle packages.

A variety of public activities can also be expected for the festival such as the Tree Room where decorated Christmas trees are displayed, the Candy Cane Lane children’s area, a silent auction, entertainment stage and more.

The Festival of Trees will be held at Westerner Park’s Parkland Pavilion from Nov. 25-27, 2022.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit reddeerfestivaloftrees.ca.