August
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Farmers Market on the Town Square - Every Saturday morning, the Farmer's Market features fresh produce and music; until late September. - jacksonholefarmersmarket.org
• Wyoming Stargazing's weekly Friday stargazing events will be virtual this summer. On upcoming clear Friday nights (except on Full Moon weeks) from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Mountain Time, the organization will hook up an astronomical video camera to one of its telescopes and stream the footage online. Visit wyomingstargazing.org for more information.
• Concerts on the Commons - Free concerts at 5 p.m. every Sunday in Teton Village. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - concertsoncommons.com
• Historic Downtown Walking Tours – The Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum holds one-hour walking tours around Town Square at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday – jacksonholehistory.org
• Grand Teton Music Festival continues at Walk Festival Hall in Teton Village. A wide variety of musicians from around the world perform; special, free family concerts, too. *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, the festival has been canceled this year.- gtmf.org
• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2019 summer musical; runs Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 10 - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
• Jackson Hole Shootout - The longest running shootout in the country; daily except Sundays in Town Square at 6 p.m. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19
• Jackson Hole People's Market - Locally-produced food items and crafts; music; held every Wednesday at the base of Snow King; 4-7 p.m. - jhpeoplesmarket.org
1, 2020/ Rendezvous Mountain Hillclimb - The most demanding Hillclimb running event in the West! The climb covers a little more than 4100' vertical in just 6.1 miles to the top of the Aerial Tram. Starts at 8 a.m. **Due to the tram being closed this summer, the route will be different. Visit rendezvousmountainhillclimb.com
2, 2020/ Jackson Hole Makers Market - Held on the lawn of the Virginian Lodge from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisan crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, etc.
5, 2020/ Alive @5 "Winged Wednesdays" - Meet birds of prey from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
6, 2020/ Alive @5 "Raptor Thursdays" - Meet hawks, eagles, owls and falcons from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
33rd Annual Targhee Bluegrass Festival - *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been canceled this year. - grandtarghee.com
7-9, 2020/ Annual ArtFair Jackson Hole - Hosted by Art Association at Snow King Ball Park, this is a quintessential Jackson family-oriented summer event featuring dozens of international, national and local artists, live music, food and snack booths, hands-on, kids art activities and artists demos. **ALERT: Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the fair has been cancelled for summer 2020. - jhartfair.org
12, 2020/ Alive @5 "Winged Wednesdays" - Meet birds of prey from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
13, 2020/ Alive @5 "Raptor Thursdays" - Meet hawks, eagles, owls and falcons from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
14-16, 2020/ Teton Village Art and Antique Show - *ALERT: Due to concerns with COVID-19, this event is cancelled this summer. - mcpresents.com
15-16, 2020/ Glass and Jewelry Art Show - Thal Glass Studio, 3800 Linn Dr., Wilson, one mile north off Hwy 390); 10 a.m.-6 p.m. - thalglass.net
16, 2020/ Jackson Hole Makers Market - Held on the lawn of the Virginian Lodge from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisan crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, etc.
17-23, 2020/ Grand Teton Music Festival "Music From the Mountains" - An online version of the Festival with programs streaming at 6 p.m. MST on gtmf.org, Facebook, and/or YouTube. Visit gtmf.org for more details.
19, 2020/ Alive @5 "Winged Wednesdays" - Meet birds of prey from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
20, 2020/ Alive @5 "Raptor Thursdays" - Meet hawks, eagles, owls and falcons from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
20, 2020/ "Art in the Time of Covid-19" Exhibit - A socially-distanced and properly ventilated art exhibit held in the Art Association's Gallery in the Center for the Arts, featuring works by local and regional artists created in the time of Covid-19. It will be held during the Third Thursday Art Walk on Town Square, from 5 to 8 p.m.
21-23, 2020/ Teton Village Art and Antique Show - *ALERT: Due to concerns with COVID-19, this event is cancelled this summer. - mcpresents.com
17-23, 2020/ Grand Teton Music Festival "Music From the Mountains" - An online version of the Festival with programs streaming online. Visit gtmf.org for more details.
21-23, 2020/ 44th Annual Jackson Rod Run - Come see hot rods and more at the Virginian.
22-23, 2020/ Pierre’s Hole 50/100 - Mountain bike race at Grand Targhee Resort on nearly all of the resort’s single-track with a double-track trails. - grandtarghee.com
Bikes, Brews and Baskets at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort – All-day, family-friendly event featuring mountain biking, disc golf, live music and Teton Village's first-ever Brewfest (which starts at 3 p.m.). The Brewfest will feature local and regional breweries that are popular in the rocky mountain region. Visit jacksonhole.com for schedule.
26, 2020/ Alive @5 "Winged Wednesdays" - Meet birds of prey from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
27, 2020/ Alive @5 "Raptor Thursdays" - Meet hawks, eagles, owls and falcons from the Teton Raptor Center at 5 p.m. in the Village Commons, Teton Village. Free!
29, 2020/ The Rendezvous Enduro at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Montana Enduro Bike Race Series comes to Jackson - montanaenduro.com
September
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Farmers Market on the Town Square. Every Saturday morning, featuring fresh produce and music. - jacksonholefarmersmarket.org
• Jackson Hole People's Market - Locally-produced food items and crafts; music; held every Wednesday through the 18th at the base of Snow King; 4-7 p.m. - jhpeoplesmarket.org
• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2019 summer musical; runs Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 10 - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
9-20, 2020/ 36th Annual Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival - The Fall Arts Festival has become the premier cultural event of Jackson Hole and attracts hundreds of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists who embody the spirit of the West - jacksonholechamber.com
Jackson Hole One Fly Contest - Three-day fishing competition *ALERT: This event is cancelled this year. - jacksonholeonefly.org
Western Design Conference Exhibit and Sale - Preeminent exhibition of the finest Western design in the world; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Snow King Center - westerndesignconference.com
11, 2020/ Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk - More than 30 Jackson Hole art galleries open their doors to showcase magnificent art with food and wine; 5-8 p.m. *ALERT: This event is cancelled this year.
12, 2020/ Annual Old Bill’s Fun Run for Charities - cfjacksonhole.org
12,2020/ 38th Annual LOTOJA - a 210-mile interstate bike race from Logan, Utah, to Teton Village - lotojaclassic.com
13, 2020/ 21st Annual Takin' It to the Streets - Open-air, juried art fair on Town Square. *NOTE: This year the event will be held on the lawn at the Center for the Arts. - artassociation.org
13, 2020/ Taste of the Tetons - Valley chefs, restaurants and caterers put their best culinary work on display; Town Square - *ALERT: This event is cancelled this year.
Jackson Hole Hootenanny at Center for the Arts - In-town version of the longtime, all-acoustic Hootenanny Monday night tradition at Dornan's in Moose. - jhcenterforthearts.org
Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes - A one-day, self-guided fundraising tour of some of Jackson's most exciting homes. *ALERT: This event is cancelled this year - jacksonholeshowcase.com
Jackson Hole Art Auction - jacksonholeartauction.com
Oktoberfest at Grand Targhee Mountain Resort - grandtarghee.com
Grand Targhee Resort closes for the summer season.
PARK(ing) Day: Jackson Hole Public Art sponsors its annual PARK(ing) Day. PARK(ing) Day is a grassroots event that happens annually across the world on the same Friday in September. Up to 10 parking spaces in Town Square will be re-purposed that day, with the public art group converting the spots usually designated for vehicles into art and park installations that offer alternative use of space.
26, 2020/ Jackson Hole Marathon
Jackson Hole Wild Summit - Jackson Hole Wild presents the Wildlife Film Festival, interactive events - jhwild.org
October
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2019 summer musical; runs Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 10 - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
• 30th annual Frank's Fall Film Festival - Through Oct. 17 at the Jackson Hole Twin Cinema. To celebrate the unique magic and emotional power of the movies, 13 films have been carefully selected, such as The Peanut Butter Falcon, Honeyland, Apocalypse Now Final Cut, The Farewell, Maiden and Wild Rose. Check jacksonholecinemas.com for film dates and showtimes.
Snake River Brewing's 26th Annual Oktoberfest- 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. @snakeriverbrewing.com Local Hof Band playing Bavarian tunes starting at 12:30 p.m; Dirndl and lederhosen costumes highly encouraged; traditional German specials.
Manhattan Short Film Festival at the Center for the Arts - View and vote on the finalist’s films in this 22nd annual short film festival. – jhcenterforthearts.org
Oktoberfest at Silver Dollar Bar & Grill - In the Wort Hotel; all-day celebration with $1 off draft beers; Hof Band plays starting at 7 p.m.
4, 2020/ Snow King Mountain Resort closing day for the summer.
4, 2020/ Bridger Gondola at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort closes operations for the summer.
Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort closes operations for summer. - jacksonhole.com
Old Faithful Inn closes in Yellowstone National Park - nps.gov/yell
Annual Ski Swap - New and used Alpine, Nordic and snowboard equipment and clothing. - jhskiclub.org
"A Haunting Halloween" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Enjoy some frights and bites at the Playhouse. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30. For tickets, visit jacksonholeplayhouse.com
31, 2020/ Watch all the young trick-or-treaters on Town Square. Held from 3 to 5 p.m., this annual event is a classic Halloween favorite of both young and old.
Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center closes for the season
Moose Wilson Road closes for the season
November
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
Teton Mudpots Holiday Sale - Sponsored by the Art Association of Jackson Hole, featuring local artisans; runs through Dec. 1 - artassociation.org
New Moon Stargazing Program - Presented by Wyoming Stargazing at the Stillson parking lot in Wilson; witness celestial phenomena on the darkest night of the month with telescopes; 7 p.m.; sliding scale ($0-$15/person) suggested donation - wyomingstargazing.org
Grand Targhee Mountain Resort Opens - weather dependent - grandtarghee.com
Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opens for sightseeing only - From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. - jacksonhole.com
26, 2020/ 28th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot - 5K run/walk sponsored by Teton County/Jackson Parks and Rec Department - tetonparksandrec.org
26, 2020/ Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Opens - weather dependent - jacksonhole.com
27, 2020/ Annual Town Square Lighting - Holiday carols, cookies, cocoa and Santa Claus. The event—held from 5 to 7 pm.— is truly a sight to behold! - jacksonholechamber.com
December
Ongoing throughout the month:
• "Feathered Fridays" at Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center - Meet birds of prey from Teton Raptor Center every Friday from noon- 2 p.m.; drop in anytime between those hours for the free program.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
Wort Hotel Annual Street Lighting and Holiday Street Party - Live music, Santa, complimentary food and drink; 5-6 p.m.
Art Association Annual Christmas Bazaar - Arts and crafts show in the Center for the Arts lobby - jhartfair.org
Snow King Mountain Resort Opens - weather dependent
TubaChristmas at National Museum of Wildlife Art - Jackson Hole Community Band performance; noon - jhcband.org
Jackson Hole Chorale's Holiday Concert - At Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole; free
Cocktails and Creatives at the Rose - Locally-made items for holiday shopping, libations and revelry; 6-10 p.m.; located in Pink Garter Plaza
27th Annual Christmas Craft Fair - Arts and crafts show at the Virginian Lodge - jacksonholechamber.com
Holiday musical at Jackson Hole Playhouse - "Christmas Survival Kit;" 6:30 p.m. holiday spirits/hors-d'oeuvres; 7 p.m. Christmas dinner and show - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
Elk Refuge Sleigh Rides open - Weather dependent - fws.gov/refuge/national_elk_refuge
15-24, 2020/ Santa on the Town Square - Nightly from 5-7 p.m. through Christmas Eve; - jacksonholechamber.com
"Old Time Christmas" at the Wort Hotel - Sponsored by Jackson Hole Historical Society; music, refreshments; free; 7-9 p.m.
Ugly Sweater Party at Snake River Brewing - Wear your favorite ugly sweater for $3.50 pints; music starts at 8 p.m. - snakeriverbrewing.com
Jackson Hole Community Band's Holiday Concert - At Center for the Arts - jhcenterforthearts.org
Ugly Sweater Party at the Wort Hotel - Local band entertains in the Silver Dollar Showroom starting at 7:30 p.m.; prize for the ugliest sweater
Ice Skate with Santa in Teton Village - The big jolly guy in red will be ice skating on the new rink in the Village Commons from 4-6 p.m.; free skate rentals available in the warming hut.
Menorah lighting with Chabad Jewish Center of Jackson Hole at 5:30 p.m. in the lobby of Amangani resort hotel; free; Hanukkah treats, dreidels and mini-menorahs available.
24, 2020/ Santa Claus visits Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - The jolly old elf will appear Jackson Hole-style by repelling out of the Aerial Tram at 4:30 p.m.
Interdenominational service presented by Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole - In the ballroom of Hotel Terra in Teton Village; 4:30 p.m.
25, 2020/ Ski with Santa at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Santa will strap some skis on and conquer some of the greens on Teewinot and Casper.
Holiday Gallery Art Walk - Galleries will be open late, with many serving cider and other festive refreshments, along with special show openings, and holiday events. - jacksonholegalleryassociation.com
Giant menorah lighting on Town Square - Join members of Chabad Jewish Center of Jackson Hole at 7 p.m. on Town Square for songs and stories of the Festival of Lights; free; Hanukkah treats, dreidels and mini-menorahs available.
Holiday 80's Party at Wort Hotel - Local 80's band, 86, performs in the Silver Dollar Showroom starting at 7:30 p.m.; no cover
Menorah lighting with Chabad Jewish Center of Jackson Hole at 5:30 p.m. in the lobby of Four Seasons resort hotel in Teton Village; free; Hanukkah treats, dreidels and mini-menorahs available.
31, 2020 / New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parades - Dusk torchlights parades and fireworks at Jackson Hole Mountain, Snow King and Grand Targhee ski resorts. - jacksonholechamber.com
31, 2020/ Gondi Gala at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Annual New Year's Eve party at Rendezvous Lodge at the top of the Bridger Gondola; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; dress warmly for the gondi ride; $75 per person - jacksonhole.com
January
Ongoing throughout the month:
• "Feathered Fridays" at Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center - Meet birds of prey from Teton Raptor Center every Friday from noon- 2 p.m.; drop in anytime between those hours for the free program.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
GLOW Nights Celebration in Teton Village - An exhibit of original artworks that employ light as a medium to celebrate the unique phenomena found in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem; 4 p.m.
GLOW Nights Celebration on Town Square - An exhibit of original artworks that employ light as a medium to celebrate the unique phenomena found in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem; 4 p.m.
New Moon Stargazing Program - Presented by Wyoming Stargazing at the Stillson parking lot in Wilson; witness celestial phenomena on the darkest night of the month with telescopes; 7 p.m.; sliding scale ($0-$15/person) suggested donation - wyomingstargazing.org
"Down Under the Tram Australia Day" at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - From 4-6 p.m. in Village Commons; Aussie tunes, free beer (while it lasts) and giveaways.
TGR Vault Series Movie Showing at Continuum Lodge Bar - Family-friendly night starting at 4 p.m. at the Continuum TGR Hotel & Bar for a fun apres-ski session, a meet and greet as well as an open discussion with Teton Gravity Research movie creators; free showing of an archive Teton Gravity Research movie, "The Realm" created in 1999.
Annual International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race - This family-friendly event will feature sled dogs, mushers, refreshments and fireworks, right in the middle of Jackson Town Square! Events start @ 5 p.m.; races @6:30 - wyomingstagestop.org
February
Ongoing throughout the month:
• "Feathered Fridays" at Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center - Meet birds of prey from Teton Raptor Center from noon- 2 p.m.; drop in anytime between those hours for the free program.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
• Jackson Hole Moose Hockey games will be held Feb. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7 p.m. in the Snow King Sports & Events Center. The team is back in action for their 23rd season of hard-hitting ice hockey in Jackson Hole.
• Interdenominational weekly Sunday Services at the Bridger Gondola Summit - Participants ride the gondola up to the service in Rendezvous Lodge, and back down after. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Gondola ride to the service is complimentary without skis or snowboards; load at 9 a.m.; service starts 9:30 a.m.
26th Annual International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race, Alpine leg - The Alpine (just 40 mins. south of Jackson through the Snake River Canyon) leg of this annual event starts at 9 a.m. at the entrance to the Grey's River Trailhead. Refreshments, entertainment and a warming hut. -wyomingstagestop.org
Special Olympics Wyoming Winter Games – Competitions will take place at both Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Teton Pines - specialolympicswy.org
Banff Film Festival World Tour - This renown film festival comes to town with screenings at Jackson Hole High School at 7 p.m. both Thursday and Friday; $15 per night or $25 for both
Grand Teton Music Festival presents Winter Music - Music of Beethoven and Debussy; St. John's Episcopal Church at 7 p.m. - gtmf.org
Grand Teton Music Festival presents Winter Music - Music of Maslanka & Françaix; St. John's Episcopal Church at 7 p.m.- gtmf.org
Grand Teton Music Festival presents Winter Music - Music of Beethoven and Debussy; St. John's Episcopal Church at 7 p.m. - gtmf.org
Coney Classic Alpine Skijor and Dog Party - Cross-country ski races with dogs; 11 a.m.; refreshments. - alpinewy.org
Jackson Hole Exposed Photo Showdown 2020 - Center for the Arts; Six pro photographers go head to head in a photo showdown style event with photos that captured the essence of the backcountry ski and snowboard culture that surrounds the Tetons. - jhcenterforthearts.org
Kings & Queens of Corbet's Freeride Event - Watch as skiers and snowboarders take on the famous Corbet's Couloir at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in a new competition. - jacksonhole.com
Winter Art Walk - Join the galleries of Jackson Hole for a winter art walk. Enjoy new shows, artist demonstrations, refreshments and more at participating galleries.
New Moon Stargazing Program - Presented by Wyoming Stargazing at the Stillson parking lot in Wilson; witness celestial phenomena on the darkest night of the month with telescopes; 7 p.m.; sliding scale ($0-$15/person) suggested donation - wyomingstargazing.org
Family Roundup: Cats and Dogs at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Kids can climb aboard a snowcat and meet the resort's rescue dog; 4-5 p.m. at Kids Ranch; free - tetonvillagewy.org
Family Roundup: Ice Skating on the Commons - 4-6 p.m.; rentals $12 in the warming hut
Family Roundup: Teton Raptor Center presentation - 4-5 p.m.; meet birds of prey in the Four Seasons Resort library; free
WhoDunnit? Anonymous Art Show & Sale at Center for the Arts - The Art Association of Jackson Hole's annual event where partygoers bid on new works donated by 200+ artists and guess WhoDunnit? Art is available for one night only; 5:30-8:30 p.m.; Center's lobby - artassociation.org
Dick's Ditch Classic Banked Slalom - Two-day banked slalom competition at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
YETI Film Tour at Center for the Arts - Features seven unreleased films that capture the unbreakable human spirit from Alaska to St. John - jhcenterforthearts.org
March
Ongoing throughout the month:
• "Feathered Fridays" at Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center - Meet birds of prey from Teton Raptor Center from noon- 2 p.m.; drop in anytime between those hours for the free program.
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
• Interdenominational weekly Sunday Services at the Bridger Gondola Summit - Participants ride the gondola up to the service in Rendezvous Lodge, and back down after. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Gondola ride to the service is complimentary without skis or snowboards; load at 9 a.m.; service starts 9:30 a.m.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
Music Under the Tram series starts - Annual, free spring concert series featuring local bands; 3 p.m. - jacksonhole.com/music-under-tram
Jackson Hole DemoFest 2020- Join vendors from 20 of the top international ski and snowboard brands at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
Jackson Hole Food and Wine's fourth annual Winter Fest - A 3-day weekend of wining and dining events, based in Teton Village - jhfoodandwine.com
39th Annual Town Downhill at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - snowkingmountain.com
Music Under the Tram series - Annual, free spring concert series featuring local bands; 3 p.m. - jacksonhole.com/music-under-tram
Jackson Hole Global Forum: Climate Change and National Security - At Center for the Arts; free, Tickets required. Hosted by the Jackson Hole Center for Global Affairs in partnership with the Center for Climate and Security -
Jackson Hole Fly Fishing Film Tour - The original and preeminent fly fishing cinema featuring films from around the world; Center for the Arts. - jhcenterforthearts.org
Jackson Hole Gallery Association Third Thursday Art Walk - Galleries are open late, from 5-8 p.m., featuring new artwork, an opening of a show or simply offering art and a glass of wine - jacksonholegalleryassociation.com
45th Annual World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb at Snow King Mountain. - snowdevils.org
Music Under the Tram series - Annual, free spring concert series featuring local bands; 3 p.m. - jacksonhole.com/music-under-tram
Last day of skiing at Snow King Mountain - snowkingmountain.com
Annual Jackson Hole Rendezvous - The Jackson Hole Rendezvous is a 3-day lifestyle and music festival at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and on Town Square. Bob Weir and the Wolf Brothers headline this year. Read our story: Jackson Hole Rendezvous Festival -
Marmot Coombs Classic - Ski/ride the Big One at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort with friends and family in honor of legendary extreme skier and Marmot athlete Doug Coombs. - jacksonhole.com
April
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Grand Teton Music Festival presents Community Concerts the second Friday of each month from October to April - These free concerts take place from 7-10 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church and spotlight professional musicians who call the Mountain West their home.
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
Grand Teton National Park's Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center opens - The center, located in Moose, will be open daily from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. through April 30; see exhibits, speak with park rangers.
Pole Pedal Paddle Race - A five-event race, where contestants compete either individually or in teams in an alpine ski leg, a running leg, a cross-country ski leg, a bicycle leg, and a boating leg. - jhskiclub.org
21st Annual Cardboard Box Derby at Grand Targhee Resort. - grandtarghee.com
53rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Town Square - Costumed characters, including the Easter Bunny, of course, greet children who scramble for colorful eggs on the Square.
10th Annual Targhee Sink or Skim Pond Skimming Contest - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. - grandtarghee.com
Closing day at Grand Targhee Resort - grandtarghee.com
11, 2021/ Closing day at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - jacksonhole.com
Grouse Strut Tour in Grand Teton National Park - Observe sage grouse as they perform their annual courtship dance with this free program offered by park rangers. Participants leave each day from the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center in Moose at 5:30 a.m. Reservations are required by contacting the park at 307-739-3399.
39th Annual Jackson Hole Home Show - Snow King Sports and Events Center. The Home Show brings more than 50 local and regional vendors in home-related products and services, with themes including home, building, garden, and recreation - jacksonholechamber.com
Yellowstone National Park - Opens north and west entrances - nps.gov/yell
May
In 2019 Travel+Leisure named Jackson Hole the No. 1 "Best Places to Travel in May, in large part due to our Elkfest and Old West Days celebrations.
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
Grand Teton National Park - All roads open to vehicle traffic, snow conditions permitting - nps.gov/grte
Community Health Fair - Sponsored by St. John's Health Center and held at Teton County Parks and Rec Center; free medical screenings, family-friendly activities
Yellowstone National Park opens south entrance - Snow conditions permitting - nps.gov/yell
EcoFair - Held at Snow King Ball Field; family-friendly, community-oriented event showcasing sustainability, eco-wares; food, beverages, music *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been canceled this year.
Elkfest and Old West Days - The festivities, including the world-famous Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction, kick off and continue through Memorial Day weekend. The spirit of the true West lives on in Jackson and is celebrated every year during Elkfest and Old West Days, where we have one of the only remaining horse-drawn parades in America! - *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, Old West Days has been canceled this year. Elkfest is being postponed until later in the year. - jacksonholechamber.com
Elkfest - Auction takes place on Saturday in Town Square
Cathedral Voices Chamber Choir Spring Music Fest -
High Noon Chili Cookoff - Town Square; noon
Mountain Man Rendezvous and Traders Row - Teton County Fairgrounds
Snow King opens for the summer season - snowkingmountain.com
Historical Downtown Walking Tour - Conducted by Jackson Hole Historical Society; 2 p.m.; free
Old West Days Parade - One of the last horse-drawn parades in the West; 10 a.m. *ALERT: Due to concerns about COVID-19, Old West days events have been canceled this year - jacksonholechamber.com
Old West Brew Fest - jacksonholechamber.com
Jackson Hole Rodeo opens for the season - jhrodeo.com
Jackson Hole Shootout - The longest running shootout in the country; Town Square at 6 p.m.
Million Dollar Music Fest - Free concert on Town Square sponsored by the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and headlined by country band Midland; 6-10 p.m. - *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been postponed until early fall, date TBD.
Sunday Sip and See - Live art demonstrations on Town Square. Wine available for purchase by Jackson Hole Winery; the event is free to attend; 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cowboy Church - Old-fashioned, non-denominational service under a tent on Deloney St. on Town Square
American Legion Memorial Day Service - Town Square flagpole at 10 a.m.
June
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Jackson Hole Shootout - The longest running shootout in the country; daily except Sundays in Town Square at 6 p.m. *NOTE: Due to precautions with Covid-19, the Shootout isn't scheduled to begin until July 1st.
• Historic Downtown Walking Tours – The Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum holds free, one-hour walking tours around Town Square at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday – *NOTE: Due to precautions with Covid-19, tours are temporarily closed. They will commence at a date TBD. - jacksonholehistory.org
• Wyoming Stargazing's weekly Friday stargazing events will be virtual this summer. On upcoming clear Friday nights (except on Full Moon weeks) from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Mountain Time, the organization will hook up an astronomical video camera to one of its telescopes and stream the footage online. Visit wyomingstargazing.org for more information.
• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2019 summer musical; runs Mon.-Sat. June 18 through Oct. 10 - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
• Jackson Hole People's Market - Locally-produced food items and crafts; music; held every Wednesday at the base of Snow King; 4-7 p.m. - jhpeoplesmarket.org
6, 2020/ Grand Teton Half Marathon - grandtetonhalfmarathon.com
Mountain bike and Grand Adventure parks open at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - The Grand Adventure Park features a variety of both exciting and challenging activities.
Bridger-Teton Gondola at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opens for sightseeing, hiking, and dining - Gondola rides to the Deck at Piste restaurant are free starting at 4:30 p.m.
13, 2020/ Granite Hot Springs Pool opens for summer - adults $8/children $5; 307-690-6323
19, 2020/ Summer opening day at Grand Targhee Mountain Resort - grandtarghee.com
21, 2020/ 10th Annual Teton Raptor Fest - See and celebrate live birds of prey from Teton Raptor Center at Snow King Ball Park; 3-5:30 p.m. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19. It will be held virtually instead. Visit website for details. - tetonraptorcenter.org
21, 2020/ JacksonHoleLive concert series begins at Snow King Mountain - Starts 6 p.m.; $5 18 and over; free 17 and under; jacksonholelive.org - **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19
21, 2020/ 15th Annual Crawfish Boil - Held at the base of Snow King in conjunction with JacksonHoleLive concert; 5:30 p.m. - **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19
Art Walk - Gallery openings, artist demos and more in downtown Jackson; 5-8 p.m. - jacksonholegalleryassociation.com
25-27, 2020/ Jackson Hole Food and Wine's annual Summer Fest - A weekend of wining and dining events -**ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19
Teton Mudpot Summer Ceramic Sale - Art Association of Jackson Hole's two-day sale of locally made ceramic ware. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - artassociation.org
Summer Solstice Celebration at Rendezvous Park (R Park) - Event will feature art, music, refreshments. Located off Hwy 390 on the way to Teton Village.
28, 2020/ Jackson Hole Makers Market - Held on the lawn of the Virginian Lodge from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisan crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, etc.
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: "Talon Tuesdays" with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free; 5-6 p.m. - tetonraptorcenter.org
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: "Winged Wednesdays" with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free; 5-6 p.m. - tetonraptorcenter.org
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: Wild Things of Wyoming - An interactive and engaging experience about the animals who make Wyoming their home. Free.
Annual Snow King Hill Climb Running Race. The 2.3-mile race begins at the Jackson Town Square, follows Cache Street and climbs 1,571 feet up switchbacks and alpine terrain to the summit of Snow King Mountain. – tetoncountyparksandrec.org
July
Ongoing throughout the month:
• Take a tour of Vertical Harvest greenhouse - Jackson's state-of-the-art, 3-story hydroponic farm; tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; donation suggested - verticalharvestjackson.com
• Jackson Hole Shootout on Town Square - The longest running shootout in the country; held daily except for Sundays in Town Square at 6 p.m. *ALERT: The Shootout has been cancelled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19.
• Historic Downtown Walking Tours – The Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum holds free, one-hour walking tours around Town Square at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday. – jacksonholehistory.org
• Jackson Hole People's Market - Locally-produced food items and crafts; music; held every Wednesday at the base of Snow King; 4-7 p.m. - jhpeoplesmarket.org
• Wyoming Stargazing's weekly Friday stargazing events will be virtual this summer. On upcoming clear Friday nights (except on Full Moon weeks) from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Mountain Time, the organization will hook up an astronomical video camera to one of its telescopes and stream the footage online. Visit wyomingstargazing.org for more information.
• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2020 summer musical; runs Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 10 - jacksonholeplayhouse.com
3-4, 2020/ Concerts on the Commons in Teton Village - Starts with a bang over the July 4th weekend. Free music begins at 7 p.m. July 3rd, followed by the only fireworks show in the area at 10 p.m. The concert series continues every Sunday starting on July 14 at 5 p.m. throughout the summer. Music will commence at 4 p.m. on the 4th. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - concertsoncommons.com
3, 2020/ Grand Teton Music Festival starts - *Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the festival has been canceled for summer 2020. For the full schedule visit gtmf.org -
4th of July in Jackson Hole. We have celebrations in spades! Park yourself in downtown Jackson for the Howdy Pardners 4th of July Parade. Snow King Resort hosts a fabulous fireworks display, as does Teton Village across the valley. *ALERT: The parade is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19. The fireworks will still go off as usual at 10 p.m.
4-5, 2020/ Glass and Ceramics Art Show - Thal Glass Studio, 3800 Linn Dr., located 1 mile north off Hwy 390 in Wilson; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
5, 2020/ Jackson Hole Makers Market - Held on the lawn of the Virginian Lodge from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisan crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, etc.
8-9, 2020/ Teton Mudpot Summer Ceramic Sale - Art Association of Jackson Hole's two-day sale of locally-made ceramic ware; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Center for the Arts Glenwood parking lot. - artassociation.org
Off Square Theatre Company presents Thin Air Shakespeare - The Center Amphitheater; free, bring your own picnic; 6:30 p.m. lawn opens/7:30 p.m. performance. *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been canceled this year. - jhcenterforthearts.org
11, 2020/ Farmers Market on the Town Square - Start of annual Saturday morning Farmer's Market with fresh produce and music; weekly until late September. - jacksonholefarmersmarket.org
Jackson Hole Silver Collector Car Show and Auction in Teton Village - silverauctions.com
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: "Winged Wednesdays" with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org
10-12, 2020/ Annual ArtFair Jackson Hole. Hosted by the Art Association of Jackson Hole at Snow King Ball Park, this is a quintessential Jackson family-oriented summer event featuring dozens of international, national and local artists, live music, food, and snack booths, hands-on, kids art activities and artists demos. **ALERT: Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the fair has been canceled for summer 2020. - jhartfair.org
10-12, 2020/ Teton Village Art and Antique Show - **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19- mcpresents.com
16th Annual Targhee Music Fest. Grand Targhee Mountain Resort in Alta, Wyoming, (just over Teton Pass out of Wilson) hosts acoustic, folk, blues and roots music over three days. *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been canceled this year. - grandtarghee.com
19-25, 2020/ Virtual 10th annual Plein Air Fest at National Museum of Wildlife Art - Due to precautions with COVID-19, this usual, one-day, in-person event will be virtual this summer. Nearly 40 invited artists will paint a new masterpiece from various locations around the West between July 12 and July 18. On July 19, the completed pieces will be compiled virtually and listed at a set price for purchase. Visit the website for more information at wildlifeart.org.
19, 2020/ Jackson Hole Makers Market - Held on the lawn of the Virginian Lodge from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisan crafts, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, etc.
19, 2020/ Music on Main - Free Thursday night concert series starts in Victor, Idaho. *ALERT: DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19, this event has been canceled this year. - tetonvalleyfoundation.org
22-26, 2020/ Teton County Fair Carnival - **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19. - jhrodeo.com
23, 2020/ Teton County Fair Pig Wrestling. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - jhrodeo.com
24, 2020/ Teton County Fair JH Ninja Warrior - Local athletes dominate the ultimate ninja course. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - jhrodeo.com
Concerts on the Commons - Teton Village starting at 5 p.m.; free; - **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19
25, 2020/ Art Association's Pop Up Art Fair - On the Center for the Arts lawn, featuring local juried artists. Masks recommended for the health of shoppers, visitors and artists. - artassociation.org
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: "Winged Wednesdays" with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org
Jackson Hole PBR Touring Pro Division Bull Riding - Teton County Fairgrounds; event features one night of action-packed professional bull riding. Retail booths, food and drinks, comic relief by a PBR entertainer, mutton bustin’ for kids age 6 and under, and more.
Alive@5 on the Village Commons: "Winged Wednesdays" with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org
Teton County Fair - Teton County Fairgrounds; includes carnival rides, food, live music, vendors and much more. **ALERT: This event is canceled for 2020 due to concerns with COVID-19 - tetoncountyfair.com