12:00 pm – Midway Opens
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Area 51 Monster Truck Rides
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm – Global FMX
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm – Global FMX
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm – Global FMX
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Area 51 Monster Truck Rides
12:00 am – Midway Closes
12:00 pm – Midway Opens
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Area 51 Monster Truck Rides
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm – Global FMX
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm – Global FMX
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm – Global FMX
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Area 51 Monster Truck Rides
12:00 am – Midway Closes
12:00 pm – Kidventure Opens
1:00 pm – 1:30 pm – Doo Doo the Clown
1:45 pm – 2:15 pm – Junior’s Firefighter Challenge
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Doo Doo the Clown
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Junior’s Firefighter Challenge
4:15 pm – 4:45 pm – Doo Doo the Clown
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm – Hula Hoop Circus
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm – Junior’s Firefighter Challenge
6:45 pm – 7:30 pm – Hula Hoop Circus
5:00 pm – Race Track Food and Beverage Open
5:00 pm – North American Pony Chuckwagon Championships
9:00 pm – Food and Beverage Closes
12:00 pm – Pavilion Opens
4:00 pm – Bar Opens
8:00 pm – Pavilion Closes
12:00 pm – Pavilion Opens
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Gymkhana Fun
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm – The Farmyard Displays & Activities
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Livestock Displays
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Red Deer County Agri-Life Video Presentations
12:45 pm – 1:15 pm – Kids Tractor Pull
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Blacksmithing Demos
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Spinning Demos
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Donkey & Mule Demos
2:45 pm – 3:15 pm – Kids Tractor Pull
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Draft Horse Driving Demo
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Donkey & Mule Demos
5:45 pm – 6:15 pm – Kids Tractor Pull
8:00 pm – Pavilion Closes
11:45 am – 12:30 pm – Live Music: Dean Ray
12:00 pm – Food trucks Open
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm – Hula Hoop Circus
2:00 pm – Bar Opens
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm – Live Music: Halle May
3:15 pm – 3:45 pm – Spandy Andy
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Hula Hoop Circus
4:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Live Music: Mya Kate
6:15 pm – 7:00 pm – Live Music: Cruz Vallis
7:45 pm – 9:00 pm – Live Music: The Dungarees
9:00 pm – 10:45 pm – Live Music: Nice Horse
10:45 pm – Fireworks
1:00 am – Last Call and Food Trucks Close
*Fireworks timing is subject to weather conditions and may vary based on sunset and concert scheduling.
12:00 pm – The Junction Opens
2:30 pm – 3:45 pm – Live Music: Mya Kate
4:00 pm – 5:15 pm – Live Music: Cassie Cameron
5:30 pm – 6:45 pm – Live Music: Shelby Dutton
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm – Live Music: Halle May
8:30 pm – 9:45 pm – Live Music: Cruz Vallis
12:00 pm – The Market Opens
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm – Extreme Dogs
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm – Extreme Dogs
6:30 pm – 7:15 pm – Extreme Dogs
Annette Scheper, Community & Program Facilitator in the Safe & Healthy Communities Department is The City’s 2025 recipient of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award is given out each year to a City employee who displays outstanding performance in alignment with The City’s RISE cornerstone values – respect, integrity, service and excellence. Nominations for the award are submitted by fellow coworkers detailing the employee’s achievements professionally and interpersonally, along with letters of support. The award is considered a great honour among City staff.
With an impressive 22-year career, Annette has played a pivotal role in shaping Red Deer’s cultural and special events landscape. Her leadership and innovation have brought thousands of successful events to life, creating lasting traditions that enrich the lives of residents. Her commitment to excellence and resourcefulness has ensured that community initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
One of Annette’s most notable achievements is the development of the Community Loan Program, which provides essential resources for local groups, contributing an annual value of $86,778.95 back into the community. In addition, she has successfully led and executed a variety of large-scale events, demonstrating remarkable problem-solving skills and a dedication to sustainability. From creating elaborate event designs with repurposed materials to managing complex logistics, she continuously sets the standard for excellence.
“Annette exemplifies the best of our organization,” said City Manager, Tara Lodewyk. “Her unwavering dedication, innovative thinking, and ability to bring people together has made a profound impact on our city. This award is a testament to her hard work and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our community.”
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award was first established in 1985 and is presented every year to honour Robert (Bob) E. Stollings, a loyal and dedicated City employee from 1960-1984.
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