Step 1: Choose a site

Review downtown event spaces, compare site features, and use the Greater Downtown event-site map to find the location that best fits your event.

Step 2: Booking and permits

If your event requires a permit, application fees and submission details are available through The City’s Special Event Permit process.

Step 3: Promote your event

After your event is confirmed, use the following channels to help build awareness:

Free opportunities

• Add your event to the Community Events Calendar
• Share it with Tourism Red Deer, Chamber of Commerce, and Central Sport calendars where appropriate
• Post on your own social channels and tag City accounts
• Submit a We Are Red Deer story 
• Pitch your story idea to local media
• Book a free display space in a City recreation or arts facility through facilitybookings@reddeer.ca.

For long-term programs

If you are promoting an ongoing community-led program rather than a one-time event, submit a listing to Look ‘n Book / My Activity Guide through marketing@reddeer.ca.

Paid opportunities

Paid promotion options may include local media, boosted social posts, digital advertising and City facility advertising.

Need support?

For event support, murals, public art, or downtown activations, contact 403-406-8820 or culturemailbox@reddeer.ca.

For Special Event Permit questions, contact 403-342-8190 or specialeventpermits@reddeer.ca.