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JH Art Fest

Posted on: February 3rd, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Stop by the Teton County Fair Building to see offerings from local artists. Most art shows in Teton County occur during the Summer and Fall months. This mid-Winter show should be a good one.

Food and live music will accompany the event.

Snow King Mountain

Posted on: January 20th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Snow King Mountain, referred tolocally as “the legend,” or “the kaiser.” The cold temperatures that the valley has been enduring has created ideal snow making conditions. There is manmade powder out there! Check out Sow Tubing or Ice Climbing, if you are looking to get off of your skis for some fun.

snow tubing jackson hole

Snow King is an excellent way to spend some time away from the more crowded slope of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort or Grand Targhee. Snow King can challenge skiers of all ability levels.

ice climbing jackson hole

Snow King Mountain also offers ice climbing, snow tubing and other activities. Ski rentals are available at JD High Countrty Outfitters on the Town Square in down town Jackson Hole. There is a Nordic/Snowshoe track at the summit.

Lighting of the Town Square

Posted on: November 30th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

Friday, November 29, 2013 from 5:00-7:00pm

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the annual Town Square Lighting Ceremony, on Jackson’s Town Square. This favorite holiday event features a visit from Santa Claus along with holiday music and Christmas carols from the Jackson Hole Community Band and Jackson Hole Chorale. Albertson’s and McDonald’s will provide cookies, hot chocolate, and coffee.

Thousands of LED bulbs will be wrapped around the famous elk antler arches and strung around the stately trees. The lighting of the Town Square is a breathtaking moment as the bulbs sparkle to life. Children and families delight at the arrival of Santa Claus who enters with a team of sled dogs from Jackson Hole Iditarod. A special group of volunteers from Dancers’ Workshop will be assisting Santa and the children hoping to visit with him and Teton Literacy Center will provide free books to children of all ages.

Frosty Flakes

Posted on: November 9th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

November 23rd, 6pm & 9pm

The flakes are falling fast and piling high in Storm Show Studio’s 13th annual ski/ride/adrenaline film, “Frosty Flakes.”  Veteran producers Darrell Miller and Ryan Halverson have brought to the table a deliciously tasty serving of big mountain lines and powdery entertainment that’s sure to leave your mouth watering for winter ’14.  This year they’re sending it bigger than ever and bringing you more hard-hitting, action-packed, must-see shredding from the Jackson Hole backcountry and beyond!

Frosty Flakes Trailer from Ryan Halverson on Vimeo.

Ticket proceeds to benefit the Friends of Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center, with silent auction and raffle proceeds to benefit The Brent Newton Memorial Fund & Jackson Hole Ski Club.  Raffle prizes include JHMR Grand Pass, Never Summer snowboard, RMU skis, Cloudveil gear & tons of freebies!

$15 Adults
$10 Children – 13 and under (6PM show only)
($2 box office processing fee applies to all tickets)

Kick off the powder season with Storm Show’s ‘Frosty Flakes’, and GO-O-O-BIG!!!

PRESENTING SPONSORS:  SNAKE RIVER BREWING CO., CLOUDVEIL, NEVER SUMMER SNOWBOARDS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS:  NANI’S RISTORANTE & BAR, PEARL ST. BAGELS, IGNIGHT,
THE LIQUOR STORE, JH PARAGLIDING, PINKY G’S, TETON ORTHOPAEDICS,
AND WESTSIDE WINE & SPIRITS
FRIENDS OF STORM SHOW:  SMITH OPTICS, MOUNTAIN KHAKIS, JACKSON HOLE MTN. RESORT, EXPOSURE SIGNS, THE BOARDROOM, JH WEEKLY, PEPI STIEGLER SPORTS

Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival

Posted on: September 19th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

September 23-27, 2013

The Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival is now in its third decade. This biennial 6-day conference  draws nearly 700 leaders in science, conservation, broadcasting and media to celebrate the world’s finest nature films. An unmatched international industry event.

In alternating years, JHWFF hosts a Science Media Symposium targeting over 300 science media stakeholders. The object is to recognize excellence in media that illustrate the wonders of science and its far-reaching impact on our daily lives.

In 2013 we will see the launch the first Jackson Hole Conservation Summit. The inaugural 4-day conference, produced in partnership with the United Nations Great Apes Survival Partnership and the Arcus Foundation, puts its focus on the world’s Great Apes.

Jackson Hole is an amazing place. In a world facing unprecedented global environmental threats, JHWFF believes in the power of ideas and the power of media to inspire wonder and catalyze change through personal action. Beyond its industry conferences, JHWFF is equally committed to creating multidisciplinary educational and community enrichment opportunities. By integrating year-round programs that coordinate photography and digital media with art, science and nature.

I would strongly suggest checking out the list of events and attending whatever may peak your interest.

Harvest Festival

Posted on: September 17th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

September 28th 11am to 4pm

Enjoy the 6th Annual Harvest Festival with local produce, beer, wine, breads and prepared foods. Purchase produce from our regional farmers’ last harvest of the season. A number of local venders will have booths to explore. Wellness experts from St. John’s Medical Center will be on hand.

There will be prepared meals and samples from our local restaurants and vendors to enjoy. Children will be entertained by crafts, and other events. Be sure to come out and embrace Fall as we close out another growing season.

 

 

Fall Arts Festival 2013

Posted on: September 6th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

September 5 thru September 15

The Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival has become one of the most widely recognized art events the Rockies. Each Fall thousands of art enthusiasts descend upon Jackson For this event. The 2013 Festival is scheduled to take place September 5th thru the 15th and promises to be another great event. The combination art, music, and cuisine can overwhelm the senses.

Don’t miss out on this extravaganza! There are a number of events occurring throughout this 11 day period. Local galleries will have featured artists in-house throughout the festival. The Fall Arts Festival has grown into quite an event over the years. The complete 2013 Fall Arts Festival Program is online!

The festival kicks off with the Western Design Conference Gala Event: Fashion and Jewelry Show on the 5th.

fall arts festival fashion show

Don’t miss the Palates and Palletes gallery walk on the 6th, a local favorite. Palates and Palettes pairs local restaurants and caterers with galleries for an incredible social evening of fine cuisine, art and wine right downtown. A Friday night gallery walk  like no other.

Palates and Palletes

Sunday the 7th will feature the Taste of the Tetons. alley chefs, restaurants, and caterers put their best culinary work on display for sampling. Each taste ticket is $1. Tastes generally range from two to four tickets. In addition to the open-air tasting fair, participants will enjoy “Pickin’ in the Park” live musical entertainment presented by the Howdy Pardners Ambassador Club, the 14th Annual Takin’ It to the Streets juried art fair featuring 40 local artists, and the Rotary Supper Club’s wine tasting and silent auction!

 

The “Quick Draw” competition and auction is also quite popular. The “Quick Draw” features nationally, regionally, and locally recognized artists who will demonstrate their skills at this unique alfresco event. One-of a-kind artwork will be auctioned off following the ninety minute creative process where spectators will watch artists paint and sculpt. The auction will feature the sale of “River Outlook: Gros Ventre River Ranch” by Jason Rich, the featured artwork of the 2013 Fall Arts Festival.

There is certainly no shortage of things to do while the Fall Arts Festival is in town!

Big Red Tours

Posted on: September 3rd, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

Big Red Tours  is an open top double-decker bus now offering tours of Jackson Hole. The experience is awesome. Sitting in the open air upper deck gives one a fresh new perspective on the world. Big Red allows tour participants to concentrate on the the beauty of the park and the surrounding environment by never having their views interrupted by oncoming traffic. You would never think of this, but with the elevated you do not really observe other vehicles on the road resulting in reduced stress levels which enhance the overall experience exponentially.  Wildlife can be easily spotted at a distance and observed from the upper deck, while the lower level provides an enclosed experience with large viewing windows giving participants shelter from the elements.

big red tours jackson hole

Sit back and take in the sites with Big Red Tours. They are available for group events, weddings and other special occasions as well. Honestly, after living in Jackson for over 15 years, this is one of the most enjoyable times I have ever had touring around the area. I highly encourage taking advantage of this new and unique way to experience Jackson Hole. Since the upper deck is open air, it provides an excellent platform for photos.

JACKSONHOLELIVE! 2013

Posted on: August 19th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

Friday, August 23……..Jeff Austin and Friends co-headline with The Family of the Year

The JacksonHoleLive! concert series is in its second season. Throughout the summer, free live music is available at the Snow King Ballpark. The ballpark is located at the base of Snow King mountain. This all-ages evening concert series is a welcome addition to the music scene in Jackson. Coming to fruition after years of anticipation, hope, and hard work this has finally happened. Shows generally wrap up around dusk, and provide a welcome social event for visitors and locals. Dogs are not allowed on the ball field. A five block walk from the town square and convenient to the S.T.A.R.T. bus, makes it easy to get back and forth from the show. This year’s new title sponsor is the Snake River Brewery.

There are a number of local food vendors available with dishes that delight. There is a mix of beverages for all ages, ice cream and shaved ice. Don’t forget the lawn chair or  blanket for lounging. A number of local acts will be opening for these bands throughout the Summer.

Bring the whole family out as this is an all-ages event. Please try to utilize public transportation or bicycles. Take advantage of Valet Parking for your bicycle, via Friends of Pathways. Come early and enjoy the community atmosphere. There is a large children’s play area, featuring a number of activities to keep them entertained.

srb jhl!

Summer 2013 Line-Up

Saturday, June 29………..Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

Thursday, July 4………Old Crow Medicine Show, The Young Dubliners, Parker Millsap, Grand Teton Music Festival, One Ton Pig

Sunday, July 14……………Steve Earle & the Dukes

Saturday, August 3…….Robert Walter’s 20th Congress

Friday, August 23……..Jeff Austin and Friends co-headline with The Family of the Year

Don’t Forget to Donate, Please Come Out and Support the Cause!!!!

(donations support Jackson youth programs at the Jackson Hole Sports and Event Center)

Concerts on the Commons 2013

Posted on: August 10th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

 Free Outdoor Concert Series in Teton Village
next show: August 18th

Concerts on the Commons in Teton Village on Sunday evenings throughout the summer have developed into quite the night. Kicking off at 5pm and generally wrapping up around 9pm. The “Commons” area in Teton Village serves as an intimate outdoor concert venue at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. The family friendly environment lends itself to a fun night out for the whole crew. There are a number of food and beverage options available. Many folks will make a picnic out of the event. Bring a blanket, stretch out on the lawn, and enjoy the show.

concerts commons teton village

July 3-4:
Red, White and 2! Celebrate the Fourth of July in Jackson Hole! The fun will start on July 3rd with an Opening Band (TBD) starting at 6:30pm and Mandatory Air hitting the stage at 7:30 PM with Fireworks following at 10 PM. July 4th will feature a Music in the Hole Simulcast at 6pm with Calle Mambo taking the stage at 7:30 PM and Fireworks starting at 10 PM.

July 14: Dessert Noises

July 21: Jon Batiste and Stay Human

July 28: Shooter Jennings

August 4: Ben Taylor

August 11: Nahko and Medicine for the People (Yoga on the Commons)

August 18: Everest

The Hole Concierge strongly urges checking out one of the shows if you will be in town for the event. The quality of the acts are top notch, with many of the acts having national and international acclaim. The atmosphere provides for a delightful evening in the shadow of the Tetons.

Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival

Posted on: July 30th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

The Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival is now in its 26th year. Targhee hosts one of the longest running Bluegrass festivals in the Rocky Mountain Region. The environment at Targhee is relaxing, they do a great job hosting music events.

The weekend has a full ine-up of musicians. Artists appearing this year will include:The Infamous Stringdusters, Trampled By Turtles, Elephant Revival, Greensky Bluegrass, Foghorn Stringband, Guy Clark, Run Boy Run, Sam Bush Band, Nashville Bluegrass Band, Della Mae and Hayes Carll.

Suds and Sounds Brew Fest

Posted on: July 25th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

Call your friends and posse up for this one. Suds and Sounds Brew Fest makes its debut August 3rd in Jackson Hole. This event is brought to you by Snake River Brewing and JACKSONHOLELIVE!.  Anticipation runs high as people are excited for Robert Walters 20th Congress to pump out some good tunes and keep everybody dancing. Accompanying the music will be a two-day event featuring hand crafted regional brews. The new “Brew Fest” style format should prove to be a fun mid-summer event in the valley. As always there will be a great sampling of food available from local eateries. Single or multi-day passes will be available.

Suds Sounds Brew Fest Jackson Hole

Join us for craft beer tastings, meet regional brewers and enjoy free live music. A day pass gets you unlimited samples. This event is intended to set the bar for future beer tasting events in the area. Do not miss out on this opportunity to kick off your sandals, shoes, or flip-flops to do some dancin.’

Event Schedule:

Friday, Aug 2
Snow King Sports & Events Center, 4 pm to 9 pm
Taste the finest regional craft brews from Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Wyoming.

Saturday, Aug 3
Snow King Ball Park, 2 pm to 9:30 pm
Continue to taste new brews then get your boogie on at the JacksonHoleLive! free concert.
Suds:
2 pm to 7 pm

Sounds:

Maw Band: 4:45p to 5:45
Anna Shoemaker: 6:15p to 6:45p
Robert Walter’s 20th Congress: 7p to 9:30p, with a short break between two sets.

Targhee Fest 9th Annual

Posted on: July 16th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

July 19-21 2013

Head over Teton Pass to Grand Targhee for a weekend of music. This year is the 9th Annual Targhee Fest, boasting a strong line-up of quality musicians. Nestled high into the Tetons, Grand Targhee provides an intimate setting for music festivals. During the day you can hike, bike, frisbee golf or just laze around and wallow in the beauty of your surroundings. Music generally starts mid-day.
New Earth Mud

This years acts will include: Sister Sparrow, Son Volt, Bruce Hornsby, Alabama Shakes, Anders Osborne, Los Lobos, Dave Alvin, Wood Brothers, JJ Grey & Mofro, Holly Williams, Dave Alvin, John Hiatt and more.
targhee music fest

Targhee Fest

July 4, 2013 in the Hole

Posted on: June 24th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

The fourth in Jackson is a fun filled day. There is a lot to keep you busy from sun up to sun down. Be prepared for the crowds. There tends to be more vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic than any other day in the valley. It is good to find a nice parking spot, try the public parking garage located on Millward, then set out by foot or by bike. There will be some congestion getting out of and around town after the fireworks display.
4th concert

Town of Jackson July 4th

7AM to 10:30AMStreet Breakfast, on Center St, by the Town Square.
10:30AM  Fourth of July Parade. The annual parade begins on Snow King Avenue from the Rodeo Grounds to Glenwood, continues on Broadway, and ends on Willow Street.

2PM to 10:30PM   Concessions, family activities, and live entertainment. The START bus can be utilized to access to the concert. This a fabulous community event. This year will be a first with a July 4th concert being held at the Snow King Ball Park put on by JacksonHoleLive!. The Grand Teton Music festival will be broadcast live from Walk Festival Hall during the show on a Jumbotron video screen at 6pm.  Featured live artists at the park will include: Old Crow Medicine Show, The Young Dubliners, and Parker Millsap.

6PM Watch the shootout on the town square. If you haven’t seen it, this nightly event is not to be missed.

8PM Check out the rodeo at the fairgrounds.

10PM Fireworks!!!  Held at the base of Snow King Mountain. This annual event is put on by the Jaycees, and packs quite a punch. This will be the final year that the Jaycees will be hosting the fireworks, as membership has dwindled.

Teton Village July 3rd and 4th

Teton Village will be celebrating “Red, White and 2!” The village will be hosting two nights of fireworks and fourth of July celebrations on July 3rd and 4th.

July 3rd: Opening Band (TBD) scheduled to start at 6:30pm with local favorites, Mandatory Air heating things up at 7:30 PM. Fireworks following the music at 10 PM.

July 4th: Celebrate our Nation’s birth with a Music in the Hole Simulcast at 6pm. Calle Mambo will be taking the stage at 7:30 PM knocking out latino infused beats. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display at 10 PM.

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New from Hole Hiking

Posted on: February 8th, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

New Winter 2012-13 Nature Excursions

I have just received an update from The Hole Hiking Experience about some new tours that they have to offer. You can turn your day into a true Jackson Hole adventure, by combing tours together into a single package The valley has a lot to offer, let their team of professionals make your day a memorable one. They have put these two new tours together to help you make the most of your time here and experience the beauty of this magical place. If either of these options  look like they are for you, book the tour with them directly to reserve your space today.

Winter Wildlife and Snowshoe

Trip Length- four hours
Rating- all abilities

This unique expedition begins at 8 AM and combines wildlife viewing with a snowshoe tour through Grand Teton Park. Spot wildlife in their natural setting as your local naturalist shares the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Visit habitats of bighorn sheep, elk, moose, deer, eagles, Trumpeter swans, and much more. After time spent exploring mixed habitats with optics, you will journey into the forest to look for animal tracks and sign and connect to the landscape on snowshoes. Snowshoe outing is about an hour of experience.

$125 per adult, $95 per child (12 and under), based on two or more people.

Snowshoe and Sleigh

Trip Length- approximately 8 hours
Rating- all abilities

Combine a snowshoe tour in Grand Teton Park with lunch at historic Dornan’s in Moose. End the day with a horse- drawn sleigh ride on the National Elk Refuge as you travel through the majestic elk herd. Your naturalist guide will share winter ecology, adaptations, geology, wildlife behavior, and natural history of this amazing area. Transportation, lunch, snowshoe rental, sleigh ride and optics provided.

$210 per adult, $175 per child (12 and under), based on two or more people.

***these tours do not include the park entry fee***