October may fall right in the middle of the off-season in Jackson Hole, but it still is a host to activities. See for yourself the offerings this gem of an autumnal month has in store in and around Jackson Hole. You will be happily surprised!
You must take a scenic drive in and around Jackson Hole in October: Leaf peepers will not be disappointed!
Bonus: Many area restaurants begin offering meal deals during October, and who doesn't enjoy cheap eats?
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
• Bluegrass Tuesdays in the Silver Dollar Showroom at the historic Wort Hotel have been bringing locals and visitors together year-round through the music of One Ton Pig, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Fun Fact: One Ton Pig was named "Best Band" in the 2025 Best of Jackson Hole contest.
• Yellowstone National Park’s Tribal Heritage Center, located between Old Faithful Lodge and the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center, is open from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, until October 3rd. There are 27 tribes associated with Yellowstone.
• Enjoy some good old-fashioned swing dancing with the world-famous Stagecoach Band every Sunday from 6-10 p.m. The Stagecoach Band has been playing at the Stagecoach bar since 1969. Often referred to as "Church," the band has been a Sunday night local favorite for generations.
• Open mic at Cowboy Coffee at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday night of the month
• Free swing dance lessons at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar on Thursdays from 7 - 8:30 p.m.
• “Behind Linear Narratives: Indigenous Plains Ledger Art" Exhibition at Jackson Hole History Museum - Curated by Al Hubbard and Susan Durfee of Central Wyoming College for "Native Voices: Honoring Indigenous Ways," a joint project of Central Wyoming College and Native American Jump Start, this exhibition features ledger art by Terran Last Gun, Terrance Guardipee, and historical ledger drawings. On view through November 7th.
• Winged Wednesdays at Teton Raptor Center: Held from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Hardeman Barn; a series of free educational programs held on the first Wednesday of each month in which an expert will take you on a deep dive into a specific avian topic. - tetonraptorcenter.org
• Activities at Snow King continue through the end of the month: Mini golf is open daily until October 26th; Cowboy Coaster until October 12th and then weekends only through October 26th (10 a.m.-5 p.m.); Scenic gondola daily through October 31st (10 a.m.-5 p.m.); Observatory & Planetarium is open for daytime and nighttime experiences through October 31st; and Aurora restaurant is open nightly through October 31st.
• Wyoming Stargazing offers free, year-round, public stargazing events on clear Thursdays of each month (when the temperature is above zero degrees Fahrenheit!) just after sunset at Rendezvous Park (R-Park) off of Rte. 390, the Teton Village Rd. Astronomy educators use one of their large-aperture telescopes to show you planets, stars, planetary nebulae, galaxies, and more. There is no need to reserve your spot in advance; just come and go as you please. Please park in the main parking area and walk to the far side of the hill following the "Public Stargazing" signs. There is a $10/person recommended donation. - wyomingstargazing.org
• The Virginian Saloon in the iconic Virginian Lodge offers live music Thursday through Saturday nights starting at 9 p.m., plus karaoke on Wednesday - virginiansaloon.com
• Enjoy live music from 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays in the lobby of The Cloudveil on Town Square
• Teton Raptor Center's "Little Wings Story Time" is held on the second Tuesday of the month through October at 11 a.m. It blends gentle storytelling with a special visit from a real, live raptor, up close and feathered. Perfect for children ages infant to 4. Space is limited and registration is required. Donation-based program. Suggested donation: $10 per person. - tetonraptorcenter.org
• Daily Docent Tours at the Murie Ranch: Join Teton Science Schools for a 30-minute docent-led tour at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. of the historic Murie Ranch in Moose, home to conservation pioneers Olaus and Mardy Murie.
• Wyoming Stargazing offers free bi-weekly, year-round, public stargazing events on clear Saturday nights beginning approx. one hour after sunset on the Paraglider's Field in Teton Village. Astronomy educators use large aperture telescopes to show you planets, stars, planetary nebulae, galaxies, and more. There are also several iPads with the Star Walk application installed, so you can explore the heavens while others look through the telescopes. There is a $10/person recommended donation. For more, click here.
• Raptors at The Cloudveil Program, Presented By Teton Raptor Center - From 5-6 p.m. every Monday through October, experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program in the lobby. No reservations required.
• Snow King Mountain’s state-of-the-art Observatory and Planetarium — the only observatory on a North American ski area — allows you to stargaze and check out the skies day and night. A rooftop observation deck allows portable telescopes to be set up for additional viewing during astronomical events. Planetarium shows rotate throughout the day along with programming at the solar telescope, science on a sphere exhibit, and in the immersive private theater. - snowkingmountain.com
• The Silver Dollar Showroom in the Wort Hotel hosts live music every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. The Wort's sister bar, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, has music every Monday-Saturday night.
• The Melvin Dojo on Town Square, located below Roadhouse Pub & Eatery, has live music on Wednesday evenings between 4 p.m. and midnight.
• Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky at Teton Raptor Center is held on select Fridays. Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four avian ambassadors. Cost: adults, $35; children ages 4-12, $25. For more information, click here.
Oktoberfest at Snake River Brewing - Food specials all day; deals on steins for sale; The Hof Band live at 4 p.m. and stein holding competition at 7.
1&2, 2026/ "Strings Attached" at Tumbleweed Creative Arts Center/Pink Garter Theatre - An original puppet play in two acts that's described as "part workplace comedy, part theatrical horror, and part love letter to every artist who's ever been told they're the problem." Performance time: 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, click here.
2, 2026/ Raptors From the Teton Raptor Center at The Cloudveil - See live raptors up-close at this informal program at the lobby; Free; no reservations needed. Time: 4-5 p.m.
2-3, 2026/ Slow Food in the Tetons Farm to Fork Festival at the Center for the Arts - This family-friendly event celebrates food, farms and community. Eat, learn and get inspired to create a healthier, more sustainable food system. On Saturday, enjoy the People's Market from 2-5 p.m. on the Center's lawn. Other events include Food as Medicine ($20); Making art and pizza from the fall garden (a kids workshop); Steep and Sip on Saturday (create your own tea) $20, and Rise and Brine ($10) on Sunday. For the complete schedule and prices, visit jhfarmtofork.com.
Fourth Annual Jackson Indigenous Art Market - A vibrant celebration of Indigenous art and culture, held on the lawn of St. John's Church, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The market features dozens of talented Indigenous artists from Wyoming and neighboring states, offering an array of original paintings, woven crafts, jewelry, and more. Attendees will also enjoy engaging cultural performances, including a traditional drumming circle and the Wind River Dancers, enriching the festivities with lively expressions of Indigenous heritage. - jacksonholechamber.com
4, 2026/ Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort closes operations for the summer. - jacksonhole.com
10, 2026/ Art Association's Pumpkins on Fire - This free family-friendly favorite event outside of the Center for the Arts features outdoor activities including live raku glazing and firing of ceramic pumpkins, block printing trick-or-treat bags, pumpkin crafts, food and drink, and fun for all ages.
Annual Fall Harvest Fest at Wilson Schoolhouse Community Center - Free pumpkin carving, pizza, beer, wine, drinks for the kiddos, and an extremely uncompetitive cupcake walk. Costumes are encouraged. This event is free, but donations to the Schoolhouse will be gladly accepted.
18, 2026/ Old Faithful Inn closes in Yellowstone National Park - nps.gov/yell
Two Fers (Buy One Entree, Get the Second for $2 - Dinner, dine-in only at Bistro, The Kitchen, Bin 22, Il Villagio Osteria, Bodega, and Roadhouse.
16, 2026/ Raptors From the Teton Raptor Center at The Cloudveil - See live raptors up-close at this informal program at the lobby; Free; no reservations needed. Time: 4-5 p.m.
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples' Day at Jackson Hole History Museum - Enjoy highlighted museum artifacts not usually on exhibit, including Native American cradleboards from Arapaho, Paiute, and Shoshone tribes, as well as a Plains Indian toy cradleboard. The Main Gallery will feature a special, one-day scavenger hunt designed for the celebration. Free admission; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dornans' 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch - Enjoy free admission, family-friendly activities, pumpkins, delicious local eats, face painting, and exciting raffle prizes at Dornans in Moose.
22-24, 2026/ Annual Ski Swap - New and used Alpine, Nordic and snowboard equipment and clothing at Snow King Sports & Event Center - jhskiclub.org
27, 2026/ Free entry day to Grand Teton National Park
30, 2026/ Raptors From the Teton Raptor Center at The Cloudveil - See live raptors up-close at this informal program at the lobby; Free; no reservations needed. Time: 4-5 p.m.
31, 2026/ Watch all the young trick-or-treaters on Town Square. Held from 3:30 to 6 p.m., this annual event is a classic Halloween favorite of both young and old. New to the event is the addition of trunk-or-treating on Center Street. The parking areas around the Town Square will be filled with decorated vehicles, including fire trucks, police cars, and other fun vehicles, all decked out for Halloween. Children can wander from vehicle to vehicle, gathering candy in a safe, family-friendly environment.
31, 2026/ JH Community Band Halloween Concert at Center for the Arts - This one-hour concert (3-4 p.m.) is free to the public, and children are encouraged to dress in costume. Music from "Wicked" and other fun Halloween classics will be performed.
31, 2026/ Halloween Bar Crawl at The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and Silver Dollar Bar - Get ready for a frightfully fun night in downtown Jackson! The annual Halloween Costume Crawl brings together two of Jackson’s favorite bars for one unforgettable evening of music, dancing and spooky celebration from 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. A $10 wristband gets you access to both venues. Over at the Cowboy, catch 86 rocking the stage, while Sister Karee and the Other Bros. keep the party going at the Silver Dollar. Enjoy drink specials, swag giveaways, and enter to win prizes for the best costumes.
31, 2026/ Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center closes for the season
31, 2026/ Moose Wilson Road closes for the season
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OTHER OCTOBER THINGS TO DO
• Soak in a Hot Springs Pool
Take a nice, warm soak at Astoria Hot Springs or Granite Hot Springs.
Astoria Hot Springs Park: Open year-round, Astoria Hot Springs boasts five pools, two of which are ADA-accessible; there is also a children's pool. It is just 20 minutes south of Jackson's Town Square in the Snake River Canyon. Multiple soaking sessions are available daily beginning at 9 a.m. Reservations are strongly recommended as passes do sell out. Cost: $25 adults/$18 children ages 2-12; free for kids under 24 months. Visit astoriahotspringspark.org for more information.
Granite Hot Springs: Located just 30 miles southeast of Jackson Hole, this a great way to end your day after exploring the Granite Creek area. The hot springs flow out of the surrounding rocks and into a 7-foot-deep, 104-degree swimming pool. The thermal pool is open through October from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Changing rooms are available and snacks/refreshments are for sale. The cost (cash only) is $12 for adults and $7 for children.
• Take a Trail Ride
Get your cowboy on and enjoy a guided horseback ride amongst the amazing fall foliage with Spring Creek Ranch’s Castagno Outfitters. Through October 18th, you can ride atop the East Gros Ventre Butte, enjoying jaw-dropping views of the Teton Range, Jackson, and the surrounding area. Giddy-yap special memories!