SUMMER/FALL 2017
Calendar of Events
extraordinary skies. Please join Wyoming
May
May 1st ~ Grand Teton National Park’s
Teton Park Road opens for the summer season.
Visit: www.nps.gov/grte
May 1st – Labor Day Weekend ~ Hootenany
When: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Dornan’s in Moose
More Info: Come enjoy Western, Bluegrass,
Country, Folk, and Blues singers in a concert
setting, as well as, special appearances.
Participants welcome. Free.
Visit: www.dornans.com
Contact: 307.733.2415
May – November ~ R Park
When: Daylight to Darkness (Year Round)
Where: R Park
More Info: R Park is a community hub that
fosters nature, wildlife, creativity, and recreation
for people of all ages and backgrounds free of
charge. Owned and stewarded by a non-profit.
Visit: rendezvouslandsconservancy.org
Contact: Elisabeth Rohrbach at 307.733.3913
May 5th – September 29th ~ Wyoming
Stargazing
Where: R Park (Rendezvous Park)
When: Check calendar for evening times
More Info: Wyoming Stargazing is dedicated
to educating and inspiring through Wyoming’s
Stargazing this spring and summer for free
public stargazing programs. Throughout the
night astronomy educators will tell you
everything you want to know about the objects
you are viewing. We can also answer all your
other questions about astronomy. There is no
need to reserve. Please dress warmly.
Visit: www.wyomingstargazing.org
Contact: 844.996.7827
May 6th, 20th, 27th ~ Teton Raptor Center
Where: Hardeman Barn in Wilson
When: 2:00pm, Saturday only
More Info: Teton Raptor Center’s Raptor
Encounters program will be offered at the
historic Hardeman Ranch in Wilson, Wyoming.
This hour-long educational experience with live
birds of prey includes opportunities to meet
many of TRC’s resident raptors and visit the
rehabilitation clinic. Space is limited and
reservations are required.
Visit: www.tetonraptorcenter.org
Contact: Teton Raptor Center at 307.203.2551
May 12th ~ Yellowstone National Park south
entrance opens for the summer season. Roads
are scheduled to open to motorized vehicles on
the tentative dates below. Check the
Yellowstone National Park website for the most
current information at
www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/parkroads.htm.
www.jacksonholechamber.com
Updated May 3, 2017
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April 21: Mammoth to Old Faithful; Madison to
West Entrance; Norris to Canyon
May 5: Canyon Junction to Lake; Lake to East
Entrance (Sylvan Pass)
May 12: Lake to West Thumb, West Thumb to
Old Faithful (Craig Pass), and South Entrance to
West Thumb; Tower Junction to Tower Fall
May 26: Tower Fall to Canyon Junction
(Dunraven Pass); Beartooth Highway
NOTE: The road between the North and
Northeast entrances is open to motorized
vehicles year-round.
May 13th ~ Jackson Hole Annual Community
Spring Clean-Up Day
Where: Phil Baux Park
When: 8:00am-12:00pm
More Info: A community tradition since 1969,
the Rotary Club of Jackson Hole coordinates
this event which is held the second Saturday of
May. A free barbecue lunch for volunteers with
vouchers will be held in coordination with EcoFair.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: Bob Norton at 307.733.2087
May 13th ~ Eco-Fair
Where: Snow King Ball Field
When: 12:00pm-5:00pm
More Info: Join Energy Conservation Works
for this 14-year tradition in the Tetons that
celebrates environmental stewardship and
features sustainability-oriented booths, live
music, local food, demonstrations, kids’
activities, and raffle prizes. $5 suggested
donation. No dogs please.
Visit: [email protected]
Contact: Virginia Powell Symons at
307.413.0174
Where: Teton Village
When: 9:00am-5:00pm (6/17-10/4)
More Info: In 15 minutes, the Aerial Tram
glides 4,139 vertical feet from the base of Teton
Village to the top of Rendezvous Mountain. The
summit offers a staggering 360-degree view of
the Snake River Valley, Grand Teton National
Park, and the Gros Ventre Range in the distance.
Visit: www.jacksonhole.com.
Contact: 307.739.2654
May 20th – May 29th ~ Mountain Man
Rendezvous and Traders Row
Where: Teton County Fairgrounds, Grassy
Area
When: 9:00am-5:00pm daily
More Info: Experience history with a modern
twist! Traders Row will feature refreshments
and hand-crafted goods along with interactive
competitions featuring Bow & Arrow, and the
Hawk & Knife Competition. The Mountain Man
Rendezvous traditionally begins ElkFest
weekend and continues through Old West Days.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com/eventscalendar/old-west-days
Contact: Betsy Johnson at 801.641.9451
May 20th – 21st ~ Elkfest and Elk Antler
Auction
Where: Town Square
When: 7:00am
More Info: ElkFest, a weekend of activities
built around the world famous Jackson Hole
Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction, is an exciting
time for celebrating nature, outdoor skills,
hunting, and ecological education and
awareness.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
May 20th – October 8th ~ Jackson Hole
Mountain Resort Aerial Tram Opening Day
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May 21st ~ 15th Annual Jackson Hole High
Noon Chili Cookoff
Where: Town Square
When: 12:00pm-3:00pm
More Info: Teams compete to deliver the best
tastes of chili in the West! Professional and
amateur teams will take pride in serving some of
the best chili to wind down the ElkFest
weekend. Rain or shine, Town Square is the
place to be! A refreshing selection of beer and
other beverages will also be available to cool
tasters’ palates.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: Renee Leone at 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
May 21st ~ Ultimate Towner
Where: Phil Baux Park
When: 11:00am-4:00pm
More Info: The Ultimate Towner is the
ultimate community obstacle course race in the
scenic town of Jackson! Fast or Fun, Old or
Young this all ages event is about the
celebration of challenges and overcoming them
together.
Visit: www.granddynamics.com
Call: Tim Walther at 307.690.4086
May 26th – 29th ~ 36th Old West Days
Where: Most Events Held on Town Square
When: Times Vary
More Info: Jackson Hole has long been referred
to as “The Last of the Old West” and with
Jackson Hole's rich history it’s no wonder Old
West Days is a favorite! Join visitors and locals
alike for a parade, live music, theatrical
entertainment, arts and crafts, delicious food,
rodeo events and more.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
May 26th – October 2nd Snow King Mountain
Opens
Where: Snow King Mountain
When: 11:00am-6:00pm. June extended hours
More Info: Visit website for information on the
Cowboy Coaster, Treetop Adventure, Mini
Golf, Alpine Slide, Paragliding, hiking and
many more summer activities!
Visit: www.snowkingmountain.com
Contact: 307.201.5464
May 27th – September 2nd ~ Jackson Hole
Rodeo
Where: Jackson Hole Rodeo Grounds
When: 8:00pm rain or shine
More Info: Rodeos are Wednesdays and
Saturdays from Memorial Day weekend through
Labor Day at the Teton County Fairgrounds.
Select Fridays, 4th of July, and Teton County
Fair Rodeos round out the 2017 schedule.
Jackson Hole Rodeo Grounds are located at 447
Snow King Avenue.
Visit: www.jhrodeo.com
Contact: 307.733.7927
May 29th – September 4th ~ Town Square
Shootout:
Where: Town Square
When: 6:00pm-7:00pm
More Info: Watch a lively reenactment of
frontier justice on the Jackson Town Square in
what is the longest, continuously running
shootout show in the country! The Shootout is
held every evening except Sunday from
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
weekend. Free to the public, no reservations
necessary.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
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May 31st – September 29th ~ Jackson Hole
Historical Society & Museum Walking Tours
Where: Town Square
When: 10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday
More Info: Join historical society staff and
volunteers for an hour-long walking
tour of historic downtown Jackson. Learn
about Jackson Hole’s historic buildings and
colorful characters. Rain or Shine.
Visit: www.jacksonholehistory.org
Contact: Steve Roberts at 307.733.2414
June
June 1st – September 30th ~ Teton Raptor
Center
Where: Hardeman Ranch
When: 2:00pm, Wednesdays through Saturdays
More Info: Enjoy an hour-long educational
experience with live raptors. The Teton Raptor
Center is a nonprofit organization of
conservation biologists, veterinarians, wildlife
rehabilitators and volunteers who collectively
help birds of prey and promote environmental
health. Reservations appreciated.
Visit: www.tetonraptorcenter.org
Contact: 307.203.2551
June 2nd – 4th ~ The 41st Annual Jackson Rod
Run
Where: The Virginian
When: 12:00pm, Friday
More Info: Parade through town at 10:00am.
Show and Shine following at the Virginian.
For more information visit the website.
Visit: www.jacksonrodrun.com
Contact: Westin and Tamara Horne at
208.515.9335
June 2nd – September 30th ~ Jackson Hole
Playhouse’s The Unsinkable Molly Brown
Where: Jackson Hole Playhouse
When: Monday through Saturday; Dinner show
5:00pm and 6:30pm; Preshow 7:30pm and
Show 8:00pm
More Info: Jackson’s longest running
playhouse, providing professional Western
comedy and sensational dinner theatre
experiences.
Visit: www.jacksonplayhouse.com
Contact: 307.733.6994
June 3rd ~ Jackson Kids Fishing Day
Where: R Park
When: 10:30am-3:00pm
More Info: Sponsored by Wyoming Game and
Fish Department. Spend a day learning a little
about the sport of fishing. Kids under 14 may
participate and parents can come and learn.
Fishing gear will be provided. Lunch will be
provided and is free.
Contact: Rob Gipson at 307.733.2382 ext. 226
or [email protected].
June 4th ~ 18th Run and Ride for the Cure
Where: Wilson School
When: 9:00am-12:00pm
More Info: Enjoy a great race and help support
the local Cancer Patients’ Support Fund via the
St. John’s Medical Center Foundation. Events
for individuals, teams of two, and kids!
Visit: www.skinnyskis.com
Contact: Phil Leeds at 307.733.6094
June 10th ~ Jackson Hole Half Marathon &
5K
Where: Half Marathon starts at Teton Village
Bike Path (1/2mile from village)
The 5K starts and finishes at Snow King
When: Half Marathon - Walk at 7:00am, Run at
8:00am, 5K - 8:00am
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More Info: The Jackson Hole Half Marathon
starts in Teton Village and finishes in the Town
of Jackson at Phil Baux Park.
Visit: www.jhhalf.com
Contact: Pam Reed at 520.403.3355 or email
[email protected]
June 10th – September 9th ~ Artists, Writers
and Photographers in the Environment
When: Second Saturdays
Where: Grand Teton National Park
More Info: Every second Saturday of the
month throughout the summer a local author, a
local artist, and a local photographer are invited
to share their knowledge with the public. Come
watch and learn from a professional. Free and
open to the public.
Visit: www.grandtetonpark.org
Contact: Bridget Bottomley or Margie Pettus at
307.739.3606
June 13th ~ Green Drinks JH
Where: Habitat Restore
When: 5:30pm-7:00pm
More Info: Green Drinks JH is an informal
networking event where members of the
business community can connect and discuss
projects and ideas related to sustainable business
practices.
Visit: www.facebook.com/groups/greendrinksjh
Contact: Casey Stout at 307.733.3316 or
[email protected]
June 14th – September 20th ~ Jackson Hole
People's Market
Where: Base of Snow King
When: 4:00pm-7:00pm
More Info: Jackson Hole’s year round Farmer’s
market. The weekly farmers market with a
happy hour is presented by Slow Food of the
Tetons every Wednesday evening during the
summertime.
Visit: www.jhpeoplesmarket.org
Contact: [email protected]
June 16th – September 17th ~ Grand Targhee
Summer & Scenic Chairlift Opening Day
Where: Grand Targhee
When: Weather Dependent
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com
Contact: 800.TARGHEE or 307.353.2300
June 16th ~ Paws of Jackson Hole’s Tuxes &
Tails Gala
Where: Center for the Arts lawn
When: 6:00pm-10:00pm
More Info: You and your best furry friend are
invited to PAWS of Jackson Hole's Tuxes &
Tails Gala and Auction! This elegant soiree
features a red carpet entrance at the spectacular
Center for the Arts venue and draws 250 of
Jackson’s most passionate and philanthropic
guests.
Visit: www.pawsofjh.org
Contact: 307.734.2441
June 17th ~ National Museum of Wildlife
Art’s Plein Air Festival
Where: Sculpture Trail
When: 9:00am-3:00pm
More Info: The Sixth Annual “Plein Air Fest”,
a family friendly event at the National Museum
of Wildlife Art, gathers more than 50 artists at
the museum’s sculpture trail overlooking the
picturesque National Elk Refuge. The artists
working outdoors (en plein air) will paint
around the three-quarter mile long sculpture trail
working with a variety of mediums. During the
fast paced “quick draw” portion of the festival,
artists will complete plein air masterpieces in
just four hours. Along with seeing the artists at
work, art lovers and collectors will have an
opportunity to purchase the freshly created
pieces via silent bid from 1:30pm-2:30pm.
Visit: www.wildlifeart.org
Contact: 307.733.5771
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June 18TH ~ A Father’s Day Celebration Teton RaptorFest joins the 12th Annual
Crawfish Boil and Jackson Hole Live!
Where: Snow King Ball Park
When: 3:00pm-5:30pm, Crawfish Boil at
5:00pm, Jackson Hole Live show begins at
5:30pm
More Info: An exciting community Father’s
Day celebration this year of birds of prey, raptor
displays, kids activities, local musicians, day of
learning, playing, and celebrating. Jackson Hole
Live is an all-ages outdoor summer concert
series held at Snow King Ball Park.
All shows begin at 5:30pm.
Visit: www.tetonraptorcenter.org
Visit: www.jacksonholelivemusic.com
Contact: 307.203.2551
June 20th ~ Rendezvous Lands Conservancy’s
Summer Solstice
Where: R Park
When: 5:00pm-8:00pm
More Info: Join millions of people across the
world in honoring the beginning of summer,
marked by the longest day of the year.
Visit: rendezvouslandsconservancy.org
Contact: Elisabeth Rohrbach at 307.733.3913
June 22nd –24th ~ Jackson Hole Food and
Wine
Where: Atop Rendezvous Mountain,
Rendezvous Bistro, Private Homes and Unique
Locations, and Mead Ranch (events and
locations vary)
When:
• Taste of Jackson Hole, June 22nd
• Big Wines, Small Plates, June 23rd
• Dinner Series, June 23rd
• Savor the South, June 24th
More Info: This three-day festival will provide
several intimate and unique food and beverage
events highlighting the breathtaking Jackson
Hole valley while giving back to the
community. Visit website for more information.
Visit: www.jhfoodandwine.com.
Contact: Megan Gallagher at 307.690.4824
June 22nd – 24th ~ The 26th Jackson Hole
Writers Conference
Where: All events in the Center Theater unless
noted otherwise. Location of Craft Classes Will
be noted at conference venue
When: 11:00am
More info: Each year distinguished speakers,
editors, and agents join our resident faculty to
deliver three days of engaging dialogue,
collaboration and the opportunity for all of us to
raise the stakes on our work.
Visit: www.jacksonholewritersconference.com
Contact: 307.413.3332 or email
[email protected]
June 23th – 25th ~Alpine’s Annual Mountain
Days Celebration
Where: Alpine, Wyoming
When: Fri. & Sat. from12:00pm-7:00pm and
Sun. from 9:00am-3:00pm
More Info: Fine Arts & Crafts show,
commercial booths, food vendors, musical
entertainment, Native American dancers,
children’s activities, horseshoe tournament,
raffle and door prizes, and more!
Visit: www.alpinemountaindays.org
Contact: 307.654.5577
July
July 1st – 4th ~ 36th Annual Teton Valley
Balloon Rally
Where: Driggs, Idaho
When: 6:00am-8:30am
More Info: Each year, a gathering of balloon
pilots who love to fly near the Tetons come
together at the Teton County Fairgrounds in
Driggs, Idaho to celebrate Independence Day
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with the local community as well as visitors
from around the country and globe.
Visit: [email protected]
Contact: Margaret Rose Breffeilh at
307.413.4679
Contact: Phil Leeds at Skinny Skis
307.733.6094
July 5th – 16th ~ 6th Plein Air for the Park
Where: Open Reception at Craig Thomas
Visitor and Discovery Center.
When: July 12th, 7:00pm-9:00 pm
More Info: Grand Teton Association is once
again partnering with Rocky Mountain Plein Air
Painters to present an exclusive “wet painting”
show and sale as a fundraiser and to increase art
awareness in Grand Teton National Park.
Visit: www.pleinairforthepark.org
Contact: Virginia Symons at 307.413.0174
July 3rd – August 20th ~ 56th Grand Teton
Music Festival
Where: Walk Festival Hall
When: Fridays 8:00pm, Saturdays 6:00pm
More Info: The Grand Teton Music Festival
(GTMF) provides exhilarating musical
experiences, presenting excellent classical
music and outstanding musicians. Unless
otherwise noted, concerts take place at Walk
Festival Hall in the heart of Teton Village in
Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Visit: www.gtmf.org
Contact: 307.733.1128
July 3rd – 4th ~ Jackson Hole Independence
Day
Where: Town Square, Teton Village and Snow
King
When: 7:30am-10:00pm
More Info: The fun will begin at Teton Village
on July 3rd with live music at 8pm and
fireworks to follow at 10 pm. On the 4th the
Chamber of Commerce features the 4th of July
Parade, the Pancake Breakfast on Town Square,
Town Square Shootout, Jackson Hole Rodeo,
live music and more! Look for events and
fireworks held in the Town of Jackson and
Teton Village.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com.
Contact: 307.733.3316
July 4th ~ Fourth of July Ten K
Where: Owen Bircher Park
When: 8:00am
More Info: The Ten K is sponsored with Hub
Bicycles and Friends of the Pathways. Come out
for a fun Fourth of July race.
Visit: www.skinnyskis.com
July 7th – 9th ~ Art Fair Jackson Hole
Where: Miller Park
When: Fri. and Sat. from 10:00am-6:00pm and
Sunday from 10:00am-4:00pm
More Info: Established in l965, Art Fair
Jackson Hole brings diverse forms of art to a
community that is rich with western history.
AFJH is a three-day event that takes place the
second weekend of July and August each year.
Visit: www.artassociation.org
Contact: Molly Fetters at 307.733.6379
July 7th – 9th ~ Teton Village Art & Antique
Show
Where: Teton Village
When: Fri. & Sat. from 10:00am-6:00pm and
Sun. from10:00am-5:00pm
More Info: MC Presents strives to promote
high end art and antique shows in premiere
resort areas. Each venue has its own unique
attributes; the shear natural beauty alone is
worth the travel. Country Home Magazine
included this show in their list of top art shows.
Visit: www.mcpresents.com.
Contact: Mary Nyholm-Vidano at 303.570.9763
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July 7th – 9th, 14th – 16th ~ Thin Air
Shakespeare’s 5th Anniversary Presents, The
Tempest
Where: Center Lawn, Center for the Arts
When: 6:30pm lawn opens, performance
7:30pm
More Info: The production will include guest
artists, musicians, and other community
entertainers as part of the preshow
entertainment. Bring your picnic and your
family and friends to the free performances on
the Center Lawn.
Visit: www.offsquare.org
Contact: 307.733.4900
July 8th – September 23rd ~ Jackson Hole
Farmers Market
Where: Town Square
When: 8:00am-12:00pm
More Info: Visit the market on the Town
Square each Saturday during the summer. The
first market of the year always takes place on
the Saturday following July 4th and generally
runs through the third Saturday of September.
Each week features one local chef, market
sponsor, and nonprofit of the week.
Visit: [email protected]
Contact: Darcy Young at 858.405.6086
July 14th –16th ~ Grand Targhee Resort’s 13th
Annual Targhee Fest
Where: Grand Targhee Resort
When: Visit Website
More Info: A three-day music event at Grand
Targhee Resort featuring Folk, Americana,
Blues and a touch of Rock N Roll. Campers are
welcome! Free shuttle service from Driggs,
Idaho.
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com
Contact: 800.TARGHEE or 307.353.2300
July 21st – 30th ~Teton County Fair
Where: Teton County Fairgrounds
When: 7:00am-10:00pm
More Info: Many events and activities for all
ages, including a special rodeo.
Visit: www.tetonwyo.org/fair
Contact: 307.733.5289
July 21st – 23rd ~ The Teton Village Art Show
Where: Teton Village
When: 10:00am-5:00pm
More Info: Held adjacent to the Mangy Moose,
this free event features sculpture, original
paintings, jewelry, photographs, and wearable
art.
Contact: Karen Boyd at 208.317.2575
July 22nd ~ 49th Annual Snow King Runners
Hillclimb
Where: Town Square
When: 9:00am
More Info: One of the most difficult foot races
in the west!
Visit: www.tetonparksandrec.org
Contact: 307.739.9025
July 23rd ~ Wilson Chicken Fry
Where: Stilson Parking Lot
When: 12:00pm
More Info: This popular social event is the
annual fundraiser for the Wilson Volunteer Fire
Department. Tickets are $10.
Contact: Dean Jarvey at 307.690.4563
July 28th – 30th ~ The Teton Village Art Show
Where: Teton Village
When: 10:00am-5:00pm
More Info: Held adjacent to the Mangy Moose,
this free event features sculpture, original
paintings, jewelry, photographs, and wearable
art.
Contact: Karen Boyd at 208.317.2575.
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July 30th ~ Teton Food Tour
Where: Begin at R Park, ends at Teton Village
When: 1:00 pm and ends at 5:00pm
More Info: Teton Food Tour features our
pathways system, local food and open space.
Leisurely, cruise the 6 mile pathway along the
Moose-Wilson Road, while stopping along the
way to enjoy small plates, artists, music and
open space.
Visit: [email protected]
Contact: Lauren Dickey at 307.733.4534
August
August 1st ~ 2017 Gala Fundraising
Concert/Grand Teton Music Festival
Where: Walk Festival Hall
When: 7:00pm
More Info: On August 1, 2017, worldrenowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma will take center
stage for the annual Fundraising Gala.
Experience the transcendent musicianship of
Yo-Yo Ma at the intimate, acousticallyacclaimed Walk Festival Hall. Under the baton
of our esteemed Music Director Donald
Runnicles, Yo-Yo Ma will perform Dvorak’s
Cello Concerto with the Grand Teton Music
Festival Orchestra and join Festival musicians
for performances of well-known chamber
works.
Visit: www.gtmf.org
Contact: 307.733.1128
August 4th ~ Teton Science School 50th
Anniversary Celebration
Where: The Center for the Arts
When: 5:30pm
More Info: Teton Science School is excited to
announce that former U.S. Secretary of the
Interior Sally Jewell will be the keynote
speaker. During the period 2013-2017 she
worked to ensure accessibility and relevancy of
public lands to all people from all backgrounds,
and to build a connection between the great
outdoors and a new generation of Americans.
Visit: www.jhcenterforthearts.org
Contact: Zan Morley at 307.734.3764
August 5th ~ The 8thAnnual Pierre's Hole
Race
Where: Grand Targhee Resort
When: Visit website
More Info: The 2017 course will take racers
through fields of wild flowers, aspen trees and
old growth forest with fleeting views of the
majestic Teton Mountains as you race past!
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com/.../2016-pierreshole-50-100
Contact: 307.353.2300
August 9th ~ Murie Spirit of Conservation
Award - Dinner and Ranch Tour
Where: Murie Ranch, Moose Wyoming
When: 5:00 pm
More info: This years awardee will be former
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell. This
celebration of conservation leadership honors
individuals who have demonstrated an
exemplary commitment to the protection of
wildlife and wild places with the Murie Spirit.
Limited tickets.
Visit: www.tetonscience.org
Contact: Hannah Orcutt at 307.732.7762
August 11th – 12th ~ Cache-Teton Relay:
Where: Logan, Utah to Teton Village
When: Visit website for details
More Info: A race from Logan, Utah to Teton
Village, Wyoming! Imagine yourself and 11
friends running through four national forests and
along the Oregon trail. Your journey ends in the
Tetons, the most spectacular
Mountain range in North America!
Visit: www.epicrelays.com
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August 11th – 13th ~Art Fair Jackson Hole
Where: Miller Park
When: Fri & Sat from 10:00am-6:00pm and
Sunday, from 10:00am-4:00pm
More Info: Established in l965, Art Fair
Jackson Hole brings diverse forms of art to a
community that is rich with western history.
AFJH is a three-day event that takes place the
second weekend of July and August each year.
Visit: www.artassociation.org
Contact: Molly Fetters at 307.733.6379
August 11th – 13th ~ The 30th Annual
Bluegrass Festival
Where: Grand Targhee Resort
When: Visit website
More Info: This three-day event has evolved
into one of the premier Bluegrass gatherings in
the west. Campers are welcome! Free shuttle
service from Driggs, Idaho.
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com
Contact: 800.TARGHEE or 307.353.2300
August 11th – 13th ~ Teton Village Art &
Antique Show
Where: Teton Village
When: 10:00am-6:00pm on Fri. & Sat. and
10:00am-4:00pm on Sun.
More Info: MC Presents strives to promote
high end art and antique shows in premiere
resort areas. Each venue has its own unique
attributes; the shear natural beauty alone is
worth the travel. Country Home Magazine
included this show in their list of top art shows.
Visit: www.mcpresents.com
Contact: Mary Nyholm-Vidano at 303.570.9763
August 13th ~ Jackson Hole Land Trust’s
37th Anniversary Picnic
Where: Hardeman North, across from the
Hardeman Barn and East of the Wilson School
When: 4:00pm
More Info: Each year, the Jackson Hole Land
Trust annual picnic celebrates the wide open
spaces of the valley that we as a community
have worked to protect.
Visit: www.jhlandtrust.org
Contact: Lizzie Votruba at 307.733.4707
August 19th – National Museum of Wildlife
Art 30th Anniversary Black Bear Ball
Where: National Museum of Wildlife Art
When: 6:00pm-10:00pm
More Info: The festive evening will kick off
with music, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres, at a
magnificent outdoor venue followed by a
gourmet dinner and fine wines. The beautiful
evening under the moon and stars will conclude
with dancing to the high-energy, nine piece
band, Whiskey Mornin'. Guests will be attired
in black tie and gowns at the wildly elegant
event. Individual tickets go on sale May 1.
Tables are available for reservation.
Visit: www.wildlifeart.org
Contact: Amy Goicoedhea at 307.732.5412
August 21st ~ Teton Total Solar Eclipse
Where: Jackson Hole
When: Multiple venues
More Info: Teton County Wyoming residents
and visitors will have the opportunity to
watch as the moon moves fully in front of the
sun. This extraordinary moment marks the
first total eclipse of the sun visible from all
48 contiguous United States since 1979 and
the first visible from coast to coast in the US
since 1918.
Visit: www.tetoneclipse.com
Contact: Kathryn Brackenridge, Total Teton
Eclipse Special Events Coordinator, at
203.536.3843
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September
For the first time since 1918,
September 1nd – 4th ~ 8th Annual Wydaho
Rendezvous Teton Mountain Bike Festival
Where: Grand Targhee Resort
When: Friday, 12:00pm-7:00pm, Sat and Sun
8:30am -7:00pm; Monday 9:00am-2:00pm
More Info: Mountain bikers from all over the
west will be gathering in Teton Valley for a
weekend long bike festival that offers loads of
fun including outstanding riding and clinics.
Next years bike demo’s are right before
Interbike, and exceptional entertainment!
Visit: www.tetonbikefest.org
Contact: Celeste Young at 208.709.8564 or
[email protected]
September 2nd ~ 7th Annual Jackson Hole
Marathon and Hole Half Marathon
Where: Check Pre-Race Shuttle Info
When: 7:00am (check race times)
More Info: Race from the Town of Jackson to
Teton Village and enjoy some of the most
beautiful views in the world.
Visit: www.jacksonholemarathon.com
Contact: Jay Batchen at 208.787.2077 or Mo at
307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce and Dreamchasers
September 6th – 17th ~33rd Annual Jackson
Hole Fall Arts Festival
Where: Venues Around Jackson Hole
When: Times Vary, Visit Website
More Info: Widely recognized as one of the
premier cultural events in the Rocky Mountain
West, thousands of art enthusiasts are drawn
each year to experience the diverse artwork and
breathtaking natural surroundings that make
Jackson Hole a leading cultural center.
Highlights of the festival include Palates &
Palettes Gallery Walk, Taste of the Tetons, and
Quick Draw Art Sale & Auction.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com//fall-artsfestival
Contact: 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
September 7th – 10th ~ Jackson Hole One Fly
Where: Locations Vary
When: Friday dinner at 5:30-6:00pm and
Sunday Awards Dinner at 5:00pm
More Info: International fly-fishing tournament
fundraiser for educational, conservation,
preservation, and rehabilitation projects for the
benefit of trout populations primarily in the
Snake River Basin. Invitation only.
Visit: www.jhonefly.org
Contact: 307.203.2654.
September 9th ~ 35th LOTOJA Classic
Where: Begins in Logan, Utah
When: 6:00am
More Info: At 206 miles, Lotoja is the longest
one day race in the country, and is always held
on the first Saturday after Labor Day. Cyclists
must conquer three mountain passes through
Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming
Visit: www.lotojaclassic.com
Contact: 801.546.0090
September 9th ~ Annual Old Bill’s Fun Run
For Charities
Where: Jackson Town Square
When: 10:00am
More Info: Sponsored by the Community
Foundation of Jackson Hole, Old Bill’s Fun Run
For Charities is the most innovative fundraiser
in the nation. The race includes 5K, 10K and 2K
competitive and recreational divisions. Creative
costuming is encouraged.
Visit: www.cfjacksonhole.org.
Contact: 307.739.1026
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September 19th ~ Green Drinks & Rotary
Supper
Where: Wort Hotel
When: 5:30pm-7:00pm
More Info: Green Drinks JH is an informal
networking event where members of the
business community can connect and discuss
projects and ideas related to sustainable business
practices.
Visit: www.facebook.com/groups/greendrinksjh
Contact: Casey Stout at 307-733-3316 or email
[email protected]
Visit: www.jhwild.org or email
[email protected]
Contact: 307.200.3286
September 25th – 29th ~ Jackson Hole Wildlife
Film Festival
Where: Jackson Lake Lodge
When: Visit website
More Info: For more than twenty years, 650+
media professionals have gathered in the
shadows of the Tetons to celebrate excellence,
exchange ideas and be inspired by the landscape
and each other.
Visit: www.jhfestival.org
Contact: Jackson Hole Wild 307.200.3286
October 9th ~ Closing Day at Jackson Hole
Mountain Resort
Visit: www.jacksonhole.com.
Call: 307.739.2654
October
October 2nd ~ Closing day at Snow King
Mountain
Visit: www.snowkingmountain.com
Contact: 307.201.5464
October 10th ~ Fall Road Closures in
Yellowstone National Park, including
Beartooth Highway, Tower to Canyon, and
Dunraven Pass.
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September 27th ~ Closing Day at Grand
Targhee Summer Resort and Scenic Chairlift
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com or
Contact: 800.827.4433 or 307.353.2300
Sept 29th – October 1st ~ Jackson Hole WILD
Science
Where: Multiple Venues
When: TBD
More Info: A film festival focused on the issues
that matter, stories that need telling and
groundbreaking science. This year, WILD Fest
will be a unique & exciting opportunity for you
to attend premier film screenings, take part in
hands-on experiments, and personally interact
with some of the world’s leading scientists,
conservationists, and filmmakers.
October 10th : Dunraven Pass (Tower Fall
to Canyon); Beartooth Pass (US 212 to Red
Lodge, Montana) close
October 31st ~Trick or Treat on Town
Square and Costume Contest
Where: Town Square
When: 3:00pm-5:00pm
More Info: The community is invited to gather
with their little princesses and superheroes to
participate in the costume contest and to visit
local businesses to trick or treat. The costume
contest will be held on Town Square at 4:30pm.
Arrive early! There will be prizes for different
age categories – grown-ups are included!
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: 307.733.3316
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
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November
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November 1 ~ Grand Teton National Park
Winter Road Closures: The Teton Park Road
from Taggart Lake Trailhead to the Signal
Mountain Lodge and the Moose-Wilson Road
from the Death Canyon Trailhead to the Granite
Canyon Trailhead are closed to motorized
vehicles from November 1st -April 30th .
November 1st –3rd ~ The SHIFT Festival
Where: Center for the Arts
When: Tickets go on sale August 1st
More Info: Held each year in the spectacular
valley of Jackson Hole, SHIFT is an annual
festival that celebrates the intersection of
conservation with nature, culture, and
adventure. The 2017 SHIFT Festival, which
runs from Nov. 1-3, will explore the symbiotic
relationship between outdoor recreation, public
lands and the American economy.
Visit: www.shiftjh.org.
Contact: 307.690.1561
November 6th ~ Yellowstone National Park
Fall Road Closures: All park roads closed to
the public at 8 a.m., except from the North
Entrance to Upper Mammoth Terrace, and
Mammoth via Tower Junction to Northeast
Entrance. Cooke City via Colter Pass to the
Long Lake gate is not maintained for wheeled
vehicle travel.
November 9th – 11th ~ Jackson Hole Culinary
Conference
Where: Center for the Arts and Elks Lodge
When: Visit website for a schedule
More info: The annual Jackson Hole Culinary
Conference and Womentum cater to aspiring
culinary educators and students, chefs, and
epicureans alike.
Visit: www.jhculinaryconference.com
Contact: 307.733.7425
Nov 18th ~ Grand Targhee Resort
2017/2018 Winter Opening Day
When: 9:00am-4:00pm
Visit: www.grandtarghee.com
Contact: 800.Targhee or 307.353.2300
Nov 18th ~The 77th Jackson Annual
Fireman’s Ball
Where: Heritage Arena
When: TBD
More Info: The Firefighters Association has
been hosting the Fireman’s Ball, making it one
of the oldest traditions in our valley. They will
have local food, vendors, live and silent
auctions, gun raffles, ice cold beer, and cocktails
served by Jackson’s bravest.
Visit: www.jhfire.org
Contact: Ben Thurston
November 24th ~Town Square Lighting
Ceremony
Where: Town Square
When: 5:00pm-7:00pm
More Info: This favorite holiday event features
music and holiday carols, the lighting of the
Town Square and the arrival of Santa Claus into
Jackson Hole. Celebrate the season from
5:00pm to 7:30 pm and allow jolly Saint Nick to
warm your tummy with cookies, hot chocolate
and coffee around the square.
Visit: www.jacksonholechamber.com
Contact: 307.733.3316.
Presented by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce
Nov 25th ~Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Opening Day for 2017/2018 winter season
Thanksgiving Weekend ~ Snow King
Mountain Resort opens for Winter 2017/2018
Season – Weather dependent
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ONGOINGSUMMEREVENTS...
Town Square Shootout
Watch a lively reenactment of frontier justice on
the Jackson Town Square in what is the longest
running shootout in the country! Held Memorial
Day through Labor Day, Monday-Saturday at
6:00pm. Free to the public. No reservations.
Sponsored by the Jackson Hole Chamber of
Commerce, call 307.733.3316 or visit
www.jacksonholechamber.com
Stagecoach Rides
Runs daily from Memorial Day through Labor
Day from 9:00am to 9:00pm. Adults ride from
$6.00 and children for $4.00. Route in the
downtown area.
Evening Art Gallery Walks
Every third Thursday night from 5:00pm8:00pm from June through September. The
downtown Jackson Hole Galleries invite you to
participate in Thursday evening art walks.
Visitors and locals alike have the opportunity
take part in the spirit of Jackson Hole by
meeting featured artists and enjoying
complimentary food and beverages.
www.jacksonholegalleryassociation.com
The Jackson Hole Rodeo
Beginning Memorial Day weekend and running
through Labor Day, the rodeo takes place every
Wednesday and Saturday, some weeks in July
and August also feature a Friday night rodeo.
The first rodeo kick-off will be Saturday, May
27th. Sponsored by The Jackson Hole Rodeo
Company, tickets can be purchased by calling
307.733.7927 or online at www.jhrodeo.com.
10:30am every Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday. Begins Memorial Day weekend
through late September. Join the historical
society staff and volunteers for an hour long
tour of historic downtown Jackson. Learn
about Jackson Hole’s historic buildings and
colorful characters.
www.jacksonholehistory.org
Jackson Hole Online
Event Websites
www.jacksonholechamber.com/events
www.jhnewsandguide.com/calendar
www.jhcenterforthearts.org/calendar
www.jacksonholenet.com/events/
www.jacksonholebuzz.com
www.jacksonholelive.com
www.tetonraptorcenter.org
www.wildlife.org
www.jacksonholehistory.org
www.tetonhospital.org
www.jacksonhole.com
www.snowking.com
www.grandtarghee.com
www.wyomingstargazing.org
www.gtnp.gov/grte
www.nps.gov/yell
Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum
Walking Tours
Meets on the town square rain or shine at
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