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Celebrate Alberta Culture Days in Red Deer Sept. 28-30

Sep 13, 2018 | 6:53 AM

Red Deerians are invited to create, participate in and share art and culture during Alberta Culture Days, September 28 to 30.

The annual three-day festival showcases the many forms of arts and culture celebrated in the community with a variety of events and activities.

Most activities are free to attend and family friendly.

This year includes a pop-up gallery, family art making activities, art and dance demonstrations, cultural and film presentations, theatre performances, live music, as well as culinary and literary events.

“The City of Red Deer is pleased to once again partner with the Red Deer Arts Council and many vibrant community arts and culture organizations to host this exciting three-day event,” said Annette Scheper, Community & Program Facilitator. “Showcasing Red Deer’s arts and culture allows our community to connect while experiencing and celebrating diversity.”

As part of the city wide celebrations, The City of Red Deer is hosting a free concert by Canadian children’s music performer Fred Penner at Red Deer Memorial Centre on Saturday, September 29.

Doors open at 2:00 p.m.

“Alberta Culture Days is our province’s biggest party of the year. It’s an opportunity to showcase the art, diversity, heritage and community spirit found across our entire province – especially in Red Deer. I encourage everyone in the Red Deer area to join the party at the end of September and experience the excitement of Alberta Culture Days.” Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism

A complete list of events and locations is available at www.reddeer.ca/AlbertaCultureDays

(Gary McKinnon – The City of Red Deer)