Recreation

Our recreation programs and services help make Leduc County a great place to live. These programs bring people together and help you stay active throughout the year.

Register today  Program calendar Online recreation programs

Upcoming events

• Social media for non-profits - Nov. 18 and Dec. 2
• Leduc County Polar Express - Saturday, Nov. 27
• Leduc County Luminary Event - Sunday, Dec. 19
• Winter Lights Competition: applications open until Nov. 24
• Marketing for non-profits

Community events

Join us for an upcoming community event.

Social media for non-profits

Volunteer workshops facilitated by Melina Santoro and the Volunteer Management Institute.

Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 | 6 to 9 p.m.* | Rolly View Community Association

Social media has proven to be so powerful that many businesses and non-profit organizations have implemented it in their communications and marketing strategies. Having a strong online presence is especially important for non-profit organizations, whose causes rely heavily on their supporters. This session provides an overview of social media, which will help you initiate, improve and increase your community engagement. 

In these workshops, you will discover how to:

• define social media
• have an effective online presence 
• identify risks using social media
• create a social media strategy
• discuss best practices of social media for non-profits

*Dinner will be provided.

Register for social media for non-profits

Marketing for non-profits

Volunteer workshops facilitated by Melina Santoro and the Volunteer Management Institute.

Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 | 6 to 9 p.m.* | Glen Park Community Association

Marketing for non-profits teaches the strategies and tactics used to identify, create and maintain satisfying relationships with customers that result in value for both the customer and market.

In this workshop, you will discover how to:

• apply general marketing principles
• understand best practices for non-profits, 
• design creative media and effective messaging

*Dinner will be provided.

Register for marketing for non-profits

Leduc County Polar Express

Saturday, Nov. 27 | $5 per person | two showings: 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

We are hosting two showings of The Polar Express on Nov. 27 at Glen Park Hall. Join* us at 4 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. for the movie and a visit to our Santa shop! To fit with our Polar Express theme, please come dressed in your coziest Christmas pajamas!

Register for The Polar Express

 *Leduc County is following all provincial health measures; this event is subject to change or be cancelled with limited notice due to COVID-19.

Leduc County Luminary Event

Sunday, Dec. 19 | 2 to 6 p.m. | Rundles Mission | free event

Join us on Dec. 19 for our Luminary Event at Rundles Mission. Kick off the Christmas season by trying ice carving and enjoying maple candy and hot chocolate. For the main event, you will create and decorate your own luminary and afterwards we will take a walk around the community trail after dark.

This event is free for all to attend and you don't need to register, just show up and have fun!

For more information, contact Chelsea at 780-770-9262.

 *Leduc County is following all provincial health measures; this event is subject to change or be cancelled with limited notice due to COVID-19.

Leduc County Winter Lights Competition

'Tis the season for beautiful light displays, and we want to see them! To help spread holiday cheer, businesses and residents are encouraged to submit an application to have their winter light displays shared on an online map. 

Residents will be able to look at the map and tour the County to view the lights. Votes for favourite displays will be collected. 

Apply to be listed on the map

If you would like to be listed on the map, you need to fill out an online form.

Winter Lights Competition registration form

You have until Nov. 24 to submit your application. The map will be available beginning Dec. 1. 

For more information, contact Andrea at 780-770-9264.

Try a Trail Program

There are several trails located throughout Leduc County that are open for families to visit and enjoy the outdoors. The trails are of varying length and difficulty. Use our interactive map to learn more about each trail. 

Hiking safety tips

Local recreation programs

Many communities in Leduc County offer skating, hockey, soccer, swimming and more through their local recreation programs. Learn more about the recreation programs available in each of the communities in Leduc County:

• City of Beaumont
• City of Leduc
• Town of Calmar
• Town of Devon
• Town of Thorsby
• Village of Warburg

Recreation grants

We offer funding opportunities for recreational community groups in Leduc County. Review the eligibility requirements and apply for a grant today.