Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Community Events
Community Events Fill Calendar for Jackson Hole Real Estate Owners
One of the appeals of Jackson Hole real estate are the community events that reach well beyond the town's region, drawing visitors from across the nation. Jackson Hole residents and guests brush shoulders and share an appreciation for this happening western town.
Jackson Hole Events During Memorial Day Weekend
Kicking off the summer in away that speaks to the roots of Jackson Hole, Old West Days harnesses the spirit of the earlier years with Mountain Man Rendezvous, a shoot out, chuck wagon eats, rodeos, parades, cowboy poetry and western music – every Memorial Day weekend. During that same weekend, The Wine Fest brings distributors to Snow King Resort for an evening of tasting with over 400 wines, in support of the Rotary Club of Jackson Hole.
Jackson Hole Wine Auction
Another completely separate wine-centric event is The Jackson Hole Wine Auction, which swirls a bouquet of wine aficionados, vintners, and the nation’s most recognized chefs into a robust weekend every other year at the end of June. According to Wine Spectator the event is among the top ten grossing wine auctions in the country and it benefits the Grand Teton Music Festival. Since 1962 the Grand Teton Music Festival has grown to be one of Jackson Hole's long-standing accomplishments. Over 250 musicians from across the nation spend July and August playing orchestral, chamber and variously themed musical performances at the stunning Walk Festival Hall. On July 4 the symphony plays a free outdoor concert, called Music in the Hole, at Alpine field on the south end of town. Thousands of folks come out to picnic, catch up with old friends, and generally relax to the melodies and mountain views.
Art Fair Jackson Hole
Art Fair Jackson Hole paints a lively scene with around 170 international, national and local artists setting up shop in Miller Park during two separate summer weekends in July and August. It’s the Art Association’s largest undertaking annually and it’s increasingly hard not to take home a print, piece of jewelry, pottery or other specialty ware.
Jackson Hole Film Festival
Another summer festivity with wide appeal is the Jackson Hole Film Festival, which draws visitors from across the globe. This five day mélange of visual arts in early June, put on by the Jackson Hole Film Institute, screens more than 80 films from 20 different countries with forum discussions, evening events and rousing parties that represent the world through food and music. Awards are given in categories that include World Insight (spotlights humanitarian issues), Global Outlook (focuses on a different region each year), Features, Documentaries, Sports Action, and Student Voices. This event may be a relative newcomer in Jackson Hole, but its success and attendance prove it’s here to stay.
Saturday Farmer's Market
Despite Jackson Hole's short growing season, the Saturday Farmer’s Market bustles with treats – fresh, grown, baked, and brewed throughout the summer. Regional producers also come from Idaho’s fertile soil to participate in these lively Saturday affairs with music and local spirit aplenty. Other notable summer happenings range from quilting festivals, to Native American art festivals, to writer’s conferences.
Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival
The Fall Arts Festival is the nonpareil culmination of summer – for ten days in September. The event has grown for over 20 years to showcase talent and indulge devotees of all artistic mediums. Keynote speakers, art movies, panel discussions, live painting on the town square, and an auction complete an agenda rife with accomplished western and contemporary artists. National Museum of Wildlife Art holds their Miniature and More Show and Sale during the Fall Arts Festival. Chefs take to the square to show off their flavors at Taste of the Tetons. Jackson Hole restaurants pair with galleries for Palates and Palettes art walk. Western function and furnishings will kick off the 2007 Fall Arts Festival as the Western Design Conference has moved from Cody to grace Jackson Hole with high-minded fashion and design. Ranch Tours give an in depth look at ranching lifestyle. The Cowboy Jubilee further speaks to Jackson Hole roots with western music and cowboy poetry. All this in just over a week!
Teton Wellness Festival
Each fall, The Teton Wellness Festival brings together mind, body, spirit and earth for one of the largest education-based events in Jackson Hole. Further elucidating Jackson Hole's commitment to local and community values, thousands turn out for Old Bill’s Fun Run for charities. This energetic day of running, walking, giving and general camaraderie has raised over 45 million dollars for community nonprofits in the past 10 years. Jackson Hole prizes involvement!
Even the first and last days of ski season – typically the first week in December and first week in April – feel like community occasions for the amount of enthusiasm and buzz they generate. Jackson Hole locals get in costume and live music at the base of the mountain heightens the excitement. Snowmobile hill climbs and the International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race both draw distinct crowds for their snow-centered contests. Athletes can also find a myriad of year-round competitions on local terrain including the Pole Pedal Paddle in April.
For a detailed Jackson Hole events calendar, including dates, times, and contact information, be sure to check out the Jackson Hole events calendar from Jackson Hole Traveler. //
