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Teton County Fair

Posted on: July 21st, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

July 17-26, 2015

The Teton County Fair signals the heart of Summer in Jackson Hole. The fair grounds will be humming with activity all week long making this possibly the most entertaining time to visit in Summer. Visitors to area will find all the usual fair delights; rides, 4-H displays, livestock, petting zoo, nightly entertainment. The nightly events including the rodeo, live music, pig wrestling, figure 8 races and more. Parking at the fairgrounds is $10.

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There is a food court located inside the main fair grounds with all of your usual delights. I recommend not missing out on some local fixin’s over by the events tent. Located on Snow King Ave., the tent hosts talent shows etc. throughout the day, which provides some entertainment while dining. You will find a large grassy area with some picnic tables located near the “Big Top” events tent.

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My favorite is the philly cheese steaks or cheeseburgers at the Rocky Mountain Ministries food booth.

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A collection of rides and games can be found around the fair’s “midway” that are sure to thrill children and adults.

Figure 8 Races seem to be a big hit with locals and visitors. In years past the Demolition Derby was the Sunday night featured event. Soon after the introduction of of the Figure 8’s, it replaced the Derby.

This event combines the smash and crash of a derby with a little finese. Cars race around a figure 8 track where “rubbin’s racin’!” A fireworks display concludes the fair on Sunday evening. Come on out and enjoy our fair!

 

 Major Attractions Schedule

Rodeo………..Wednesday, July 22nd & Saturday, July 25th(gates open at 7pm, event @8pm)

Frazier Carnival Rides….Wednesday, July 22nd to Friday, July 24th(5pm to midnight)…….Saturday, July 25th & Sunday, July 26th(1pm to midnight)

Pig Wrestling………..Thursday, July 23rd(gates open 6pm, wrestlin’ @ 7pm)

Lions Club Breakfast…….Friday, Saturday & Sunday: July 24, 25 & 26(7am to 11am)

Lions Club Dinner…….Friday, July 24th(5pm-8:30pm) & Saturday, July 25th(5pm-7:30pm)

Live Concert………..Friday, July 24th

Figure “8” Races…………Sunday, July 27th(gates open 6pm, racin’ @ 7pm)

The schedule for daytime activities and events can be found here.

Enjoy our fair!

Thin Air Shakespeare 2015

Posted on: July 17th, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is this years feature for Thin Air Shakespeare. Running July 11 & 12 and again on July 17 & 18, 2015. Showing at the Center for the Arts’ outdoor lawn venue. The lawn opens for seating at 6:30pm with the show commencing at 7:30pm. Bring a blanket and picnic dinner along to enjoy. A bit of bug spray is recommended. The intimate space makes for fabulous viewing. The experience is wonderful, I look forward to this opportunity each Summer. The best part……it is free!!!

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Director Edgar Landa has put a wonderful Western twist/flavor into this version of Shakespeare’s classic. Some place names have been localized to bring it even closer to home.  I attended the first weekend showing and was thoroughly entertained.

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Kicking off during the Summer of 2013, Thin Air Shakespeare is a community favorite.

thin air shakespeare midsummer night's dream

July 4th 2015

Posted on: June 27th, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

July 4th 2015 will be a fun filled day in Jackson Hole, actually the 3rd & 4th look pretty good. 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.

Town of Jackson July 3rd & 4th

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July 3:

5:30PM JacksonHoleLive! Presents Jared & the Mill with opening act Wyatt Lowe & the Mayhem Kings at the Snow King Ball Field – They are a super fun six-piece folk-rock-inde-bluegrass band from Phoenix, Arizona, sure to get us all singing and foot-stompin’ again.

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July 4:

7AM to 10:30AM Street 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. This a fabulous community event.  The Grand Teton Music festival will be broadcast live from Walk Festival Hall during the show on a Jumbotron video screen at 6pm.

5:30PM One Ton Pig and Benyaro will be providing live music at the Snow King Ballfield prior to the fireworks. Food and Beverages will be available.

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

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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: The Delta Saints, from Nashville TN, have a standout style of Psychedelic Voodoo Rock and Roll, will turn the Village Commons into a giant party. Spend your Friday holiday night with us. Music starts at 6:00pm followed by the only fireworks show in the area at 10:00PM.

July 4th: The music starts up with the Jazz Foundation of JH at 4:00 PM in the Village Commons. Grand Teton Music Festivals Music in the Hole simulcast from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, followed by Calle Mambo, bringing a high-energy, Latin and Salsa music to the stage. Another round of fireworks follow, starting at 10:00 PM. Food & Beverage Vendors will be on site and picnics are welcome. Please leave your pets at home.

Contour Music Festival

Posted on: June 11th, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

June 11, 12, 13, 14 of 2015

A new event hitting the Hole this Summer. The Contour Music Festival will occur over the second weekend in June. This will be first festival of this magnitude to be hosted in Jackson. There is an extensive line-up of musicians, covering a variety of musical genres. The event looks to be a good one, with multiple venues and a strong line up of acts.

Jeff Stein and Matt Donovan are our hosts. They have worked diligently to get Contour off of the ground. The three words they are using to describe the Contour experience are: intimate, innovative and elevated. Contour is a non-genre specific event, one that should be attractive to a wide audience. Part of that idea is having the chance to be introduced to music types that people may not have previously experienced. Designed to be an annual event, with increasing impact and benefit over the long-term, we all hope that this inaugural events goes well. It is exciting to have the community of Jackson to host an event of this caliber.

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2015 Line Up:

Thievery Incorporated, The New Mastersounds, Sabo, The Librarian, Danny Corn, Sango, G Jones, Autograf, The NTH Power, Charles Bradley and his Extraordinaires, Screen Door Porch, Moon Taxi, Papadosio, The Polish Ambassador, Mr. Whipple, One Ton Pig, El Papa Chango, Cure for the Commoon, Tiger Fresh, Country Hammer, The Congress, Shaprece, Roosevelt Collier Gospel Brunch, Spirit Family Reunion, Roadkill Ghost Choir, Orgone, Mikey Thunder, Patti Fiasco, The Cave Singers, Sweater Beats, Quixotic, Djemba Djemba, Deltron 3030 and many more local and international acts.

The Main Stage will be at the Snow King Ball Field with music wrapping up around 10p.m. each evening. Late night shows will follow and will be hosted at the Pink Garter Theater, Center for the Arts, Town Square Tavern, and the Silver Dollar Bar in the historic Wort Hotel.

For further information on the event, click Contour Music Festival.

Old West Days

Posted on: May 18th, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

May 22rd thru May 25th, 2015

The Memorial Day Weekend in Jackson Hole Has a lot to offer. A full schedule of events keeps the town buzzing with activity.

Friday night’s Jackson Hole Rotary Wine Fest held at the Snow King Sports and Events Center is one of Jackson’s more popular annual events. Hundreds of wines from around the world are available for tasting.

The Mountain Man Rendevous and Antler Rendevous are ongoing throughout the weekend at the Teton County Fairgrounds.

Don’t miss parade downtown on Saturday morning at 10am. There is a Brew Fest held on the town square on Saturday as well, which provides a good opportunity to sample some locally crafted beers.

2015 Old West Days Schedule of Events

FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2015

9am-5pm: MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS AND TRADERS’ ROW – at the Teton County Fairgrounds: Pre-1840 Mountain Men Celebration complete with a Traders Row, Candy Cannon, Bow & Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatal Competition. For more information contact Betsy Johnson, 801.641.9451.
10:30am: Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum Free Walking Tour – Meet at the center of Town Square for this fun and educational tour of historic downtown Jackson.
5:00pm-8:00pm: JACKSON HOLE ROTARY WINE FEST- at Snow King Events Center. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.rotarywinefest.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2015

9:00am-5:00pm: MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS AND TRADERS’ ROW – 9:00am-5:00pm at the Teton County Fairgrounds: Pre-1840 Mountain Men Celebration complete with a Traders Row, Candy Cannon, Bow & Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatal Competition. For more information contact Betsy Johnson, 801.641.9451.
10:00am: 34th ANNUAL OLD WEST DAYS PARADE – on Town Square: One of the last and best horse-drawn parades of the Old West! Enjoy mountain men, vintage vehicles, covered wagons, and the legendary gathering of gunslingers of the West!
11:30-4:00pm: OlD TOWN ENTERTAINMENT – on Town Square: Country Western Music, Kids Crafts & Activities, and more!
11:00am-5:00pm: OLD WEST BREW FEST – on Town Square: Try a sampling of an age-old craft. Enjoy a variety of beers from regional breweries. Entrance is free and beers may be traded for wooden nickels purchased at the entrance. Each token is $1. One token = one taste. Individual tokens are perfect for people who would like to swing in after the parade for a sample or two. There are special $10 and $20 packages for those who are planning to enjoy a larger variety of breweries. Commemorative mugs are $5. If you have a vintage OWD mug, remember to bring it along to help reduce waste! This event has become one of the biggest Old West Days attractions. More than a dozen regional craft breweries will gather under one tent on Jackson Town Square offering their best beers to tasters and asking for their vote, with the coveted Golden Boot Award going to the brew with the most votes.
Alaskan Beer – Juneau, Alaska
Blacktooth Brewing Co. – Sheridan, Wyoming
Deschutes Brewery
Grand Teton Brewing Company – Victor, Idaho
Jackson Hole Brewery – Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson Hole Distributing – Jackson, Wyoming
Lander Brewing Company – Lander, Wyoming
Merchant Du Vin – Tukwila, Washington
Odell Brewing Company – Fort Collins, Colorado
Osprey Distributing – Jackson, Wyoming
Roadhouse Brewery – Wilson, Wyoming
Sierra Nevada Brewery – Chico, California
Snake River Brewing Co. – Jackson, Wyoming
Snow Eagle Brewing – Idaho Falls, Idaho
Thai Me Up Restaurant & Brewery – Jackson, Wyoming
Uinta Brewing Co. – Salt Lake City, Utah
Wildlife Pizza & Brewery – Victor, Idaho
Wind River Brewing Company – Pinedale, Wyoming
6:00pm: JACKSON HOLE SHOOTOUT – on Town Square: Shootout gang on the Town Square, the longest running shootout in the country, since 1957. To learn more about the Shoot Out Gang, click here.
6:30pm: JACKSON HOLE SHOOTOUT STREET  DANCE- 6:30pm on Town Square: Join the Shootout gang for dancing and music on Town Square under the tent.

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11:00am-5:00pm: OLD WEST BREW FEST – on Town Square: Try a sampling of an age-old craft. Enjoy a variety of beers from regional breweries. Entrance is free and beers may be traded for wooden nickels purchased at the entrance. Each token is $1. One token = one taste. Individual tokens are perfect for people who would like to swing in after the parade for a sample or two. There are special $10 and $20 packages for those who are planning to enjoy a larger variety of breweries. Commemorative mugs are $5. If you have a vintage OWD mug, remember to bring it along to help reduce waste! This event has become one of the biggest Old West Days attractions. More than a dozen regional craft breweries will gather under one tent on Jackson Town Square offering their best beers to tasters and asking for their vote, with the coveted Golden Boot Award going to the brew with the most votes.
Alaskan Beer – Juneau, Alaska
Blacktooth Brewing Co. – Sheridan, Wyoming
Deschutes Brewery
Grand Teton Brewing Company – Victor, Idaho
Jackson Hole Brewery – Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson Hole Distributing – Jackson, Wyoming
Lander Brewing Company – Lander, Wyoming
Merchant Du Vin – Tukwila, Washington
Odell Brewing Company – Fort Collins, Colorado
Osprey Distributing – Jackson, Wyoming
Roadhouse Brewery – Wilson, Wyoming
Sierra Nevada Brewery – Chico, California
Snake River Brewing Co. – Jackson, Wyoming
Snow Eagle Brewing – Idaho Falls, Idaho
Thai Me Up Restaurant & Brewery – Jackson, Wyoming
Uinta Brewing Co. – Salt Lake City, Utah
Wildlife Pizza & Brewery – Victor, Idaho
Wind River Brewing Company – Pinedale, Wyoming
6:00pm: JACKSON HOLE SHOOTOUT – on Town Square: Shootout gang on the Town Square, the longest running shootout in the country, since 1957. To learn more about the Shoot Out Gang, click here.
6:30pm: JACKSON HOLE SHOOTOUT STREET  DANCE- 6:30pm on Town Square: Join the Shootout gang for dancing and music on Town Square under the tent.

SUNDAY, MAY 24

9:00am-5:00pm: MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS AND TRADERS’ ROW – at Teton County Fairgrounds: Pre-1840 Mountain Men complete with a Traders Row, Candy Cannon, Bow & Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatal Competition. For more information contact Betsy Johnson, 801.641.9451.                                                                                          10:00am: WYOMING COWBOY CHURCH – on Town Square: Join us for a good old fashion, non-denominational service with long-time local Phillip Wilson under the tent on Deloney.

MONDAY, MAY 26

9:00am: MOUNTAIN MAN MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY –  at Teton County Fairgrounds                                                          10:00am: AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL SERVICE –  on Town Square – Memorial Day ceremonies at the flagpole      9:00am-5:00pm: MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS AND TRADERS’ ROW –  at Teton County Fairgrounds: Pre-1840 Mountain Men Celebration complete with a Traders Row, Candy Cannon, Bow & Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatal Competition. For more information, please contact the booshway, Betsy Johnson, 801.641.9451.

Snowmobile Hill Climb

Posted on: March 11th, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

2015 Events is cancelled due to poor snow conditions

The World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb is held each March on Snow King Mountain. The race is put on by the Jackson Hole Snow Devils, a local snowmobiling organization. This event fills the town and attracts over 10,000 spectators throughout the course of the weekend. The race course rises nearly straight up from the base of Snow King. It is simply amazing that riders are able to pilot these machines up such a steep pitch.
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It was not until the early 90’s that many sleds even had a chance of summiting the challenging course. With the advent of new technologies, since the mid nineties, it is truly a race versus a high point competition.

The Octane Addictions Freestyle Demo is a snowmobile jumping event at the Teton County Fairgrounds rodeo arean. Tickets are $20.

This event is sure to provide some high speed thrills and spills! The central viewing area and that corner of town in general tend to be pretty lively. If you have never seen something like this before, make some time to take in the hill climb. The racing heats up over the weekend with qualifying Saturday and the finals, “King of the Mountain,” on Sunday. Racing starts up early at and generally lasts until 5p.m. or so.
Schedule of Events.

Take the chairlift to the summit and back down to see the race from an entirely unique perspective. The views of the valley from the chairlift on a clear day are pretty spectacular as well. Should choose to walk down along the course, be prepared for a steep and potentially thrilling descent.

Book your lodging early as the town tends to get pretty full over the hill climb weekend. With the event being held in town, many properties are with walking distance of the hill climb. Utilize the S.T.A.R.T. bus to get around town. Don’t drink and drive, there tends to be a heavy police presence around the valley for this event.

Birding for Beginners

Posted on: January 1st, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

On Thursday, January 8, the National Elk Refuge will offer a Birding for Beginners program at 9:30 am. The program will include a 20 minute presentation at the visitor center on birding basics and a field session on the refuge to practice identification skills. Participants should be appropriately dressed for the outdoor outing, which will last up to 1.5 hours. Naturalists will have binoculars and field guides to share, but guests are encouraged to bring their own supplies if available. Reservations are recommended. The class, offered free of charge, is limited to 16 participants. The class will be offered again on Saturday, January 31.

James McMurtry

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

January 2, 2015 7pm

The JH Center for the Arts presents the son of acclaimed author Larry McMurtry (Lonesome Dove, Terms of Endearment), James grew up on a steady diet of Johnny Cash and Roy Acuff records. His first album,Too Long in the Wasteland (released in 1989), was produced by John Mellencamp and marked the beginning of a series of acclaimed projects for Columbia and Sugar Hill. Never one to rest on his laurels, James McMurtry continues to tour constantly, and consistently puts on a “must-see” powerhouse performance.

Ringholz Gallery Opening

Posted on: November 16th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

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Local artist Amy Ringholz will be opening a new gallery this month. The new gallery is located at 140 East Broadway Suite 6 in the courtyard across from Persephone. The opening event is being dubbed “Associates & Conspirators.

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Amy Ringholz has hosted some fabulous events over the past few years. Each events providsing a unique and magical experience of art and immersion with tendency to delight the senses. Don’t miss out on this night!

J.H. Farmer’s Market

Posted on: September 10th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Saturday mornings on the Town Square

The Jackson Hole Farmers Market occurs each Saturday morning on the Town Square from July 10 to September 19 for the Summer of 2014. The market runs from 8am to 12pm. Not only are there fruits and veggies, but baked goods, canned good and more. The community and visitors to the area have embraced the Farmers Market since it kicked off in the Summer of 2000. Attendance has steadily grown each year as the Farmer’s Market has become more diversified and now offers a larger number of vendors.
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Raised in a family with a large garden I was exposed to fresh produce at an early age. Flavor is the best part, local produce tends take on the characteristics of its environment. High elevation, frost resistant crops that are widely grown in the area possess a fabulous crispness and taste.

The growing trend of Farmers Markets across the country has helped to nurture awareness of healthy eating, buying locally and getting to know your neighbors. The Hole Concierge strongly endorses increased consumption of organic foods, the localization of production and its inherent benefits. Farmers Markets provide healthy locally grown and produced products which in turn assists in creating sustainability within local economies. A number of small organic farms have cropped up in the area over the last few years creating jobs and reducing commuter traffic in the area.
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Featured each week is a different chef, musician or group, and a non-profit. Vendors at the market donate 10% of their gross sales to the non-profit of the week. Over the past ten plus years the market has donated over $200,000 to local non-profit organizations. There are games for the kids and other features of the market. Hope to see you down on the Square.

Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival

Posted on: September 5th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

September 3 thru September 14

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 2014 Festival is scheduled to take place September 3rd thru the 14th 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 2014 Fall Arts Festival Program is online!

Septmeber 4th the festival kicks off with the Western Design Conference Gala Event: Fashion and Jewelry Show.

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Friday the 5th don’t miss the Palates and Paletes Gallery Walk, 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 gallery walk  like no other, downtown truly comes alive.

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 15th Annual Takin’ It to the Streets, a juried art fair featuring 40 local artists, and the Rotary Supper Club’s Wine Tasting and Silent Auction!

Saturday the 13th 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.

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

9th Annual JH Crawfish Boil

Posted on: June 6th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

6/14/14 12pm

The Jackson Hole Crawfish Boil is a celebration of Louisiana tradition in the heart of the Tetons. Great music, great food, and even better people. This years Crawfish Boil is going to be bigger than ever. A ticket to the Boil includes: live music all day starting at 12:30, boiled crawfish with corn & potatoes, the best red beans-n-rice in the West provided by Sweetwater Restaurant, and yard games galore! Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and get ready to have one of the best days of the Summer with us!

Please no dogs.

jackson hole crawfish boil

By far one of the most entertaining and laid back events to hit the Hole. Locals thoroughly enjoy this day of all ages entertainment. I look forward to this day each year, the food is delicious and the music line-up tends to be quite good. The original version started out being hosted at Cutty’s Bar and Grill, located across from Alberstons. After a number of years the Boil outgrew its digs and had to relocate to the Snow King Ballpark.

Tickets: $20 if purchased in May- $25 starting June 1
Available at The Town Square Tavern & Sweetwater Restaurant

*Remember, purchase your tickets before June 1 and save $$ !!

12pm Doors Open

Live Music for the Day:

12:30pm….John Wayne’s World
1:30pm…….. Jackson 6
3pm…….Cure for the Common
4:30pm…..George Kilby Jr.
6pm…..Andy Frasco & the UN

Jackson Hole Mountain Games

Posted on: May 28th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

June 20-22, 2014

The Jackson Hole Mountain Games will make Jackson Hole the epicenter of an adventure athlete’s dream weekend. Running, bouldering, mountain biking, paragliding, SUP, product demos, clinics, food, DJs and free concerts. This events intends to be an exceptional celebration of the adventure lifestyle that thrives in the heart of America’s quintessential mountain town. Check out this event!!!

Previously hosted under the name of Outer Local Summer Games, the event has been rebranded.

For more information and to register, visit: www.jhmountaingames.com.

JH Rotary Wine Fest 2014

Posted on: May 19th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Friday May 23rd from 5:30pm to 8pm

The Rotary Club of Jackson is once again hosting its annual Wine Fest. Participate in an enjoyable evening of good eats and great sips to raise money for the Rotary Scholarship Fund. Tickets will cost $25 or $50/VIP admissions at the door. A silent auction and raffle featuring some amazing items including destination travel, gift certificates to local eateries, trips, spa days, activities and tours of the local area and more. There are hundreds of wines available for tasting. The Wine Fest is attended by many locals, as it is the last of the Spring social events before Summer kicks into gear.

jackson hole rotary winefest

There will be a silent auction and raffle. The proceeds will be used to provide scholarships. The Rotary Scholarship Fund donates $50,000 annually to local students and teachers. The beverage being celebrated lends itself quite well to enjoying a Spring evening in Jackson Hole.

 For more information on the Wine Fest.

High Noon Chili Cookoff

Posted on: May 15th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Sunday May 18th, 12pm

Jackson Hole’s High Noon Chili Cookoff wraps up the downtown events for the annual ElkFest. Each Spring a number of amateur and professional chili chef’s face off on the Town Square. Many locals look forward to this annual competition. Trophies are awarded for both the professional and amateur classes. A number of local eateries vie for bragging rights in this annual competition. high noon chili cook off jackson hole wy The day tends to be rather social and seems to be an excellent way to get out and enjoy spring time in Jackson. You get tickets with which you can cast your vote for your favorite flavor.

Easter Egg Hunt

Posted on: April 15th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Saturday April 19th

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and Wells Fargo will present the 46th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Town Square on Saturday, April 19 beginning at 10:00am sharp for kids ages 1-6 years old.

Calling all kids! Families are invited to stroll down to Town Square to meet Peter Rabbit and his friends. There will be great prizes, including a Disney Cars Trike and a Strider Bike. Immediately following the Easter Egg Hunt, Jackson Twin Cinemas will offer two free screenings – Turbo and Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters.

For more information, please contact Renee Leone, Events Coordinator with the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, 307.201.2309.

Closing Weekend at JHMR

Posted on: April 1st, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

It has been an amazing season here in Jackson. Being ranked #1 Ski Resort in North America certainly brought  folks to town. We were blessed with some amazing snowfall, that hasn’t really let up much since late January. Nearly 500″ of snow and locals are guessing over 500,00 skier days. Locals and visitors certainly got their share of face shots this year.

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While skiing is wrapping up on this side of the Tetons, Grand Targhee Resort is still open for two more weeks. They will also be hosting a snowmobile hill climb on April 25th, 26th & 27th. It is called the Crazy Horse Hill Climb and will be the last scheduled race of the season for the RMSHA.

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Jackson Hole Rendevous 2014

Posted on: March 24th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

March 27, 28 & 29, 2014

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort will be celebrating the season with a weekend of events. The Jackson Hole Rendevous will occur:

Thursday March 27th, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe will play the Snow King Sports and Events Center

Friday March 28th, Blues Traveler will be taking the stage at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

Saturday March 29th, Micheal Franti & Spearhead will be gracing the stage at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

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Formerly the know as the Jackson Hole Mountain Festival, this weekend promises to be fun filled. Past acts have included Blues Traveler, O.A.R.,  G. Love and Special Sauce, Ozomatli, and many others.

Both Blues Traveler and Franti have been past headliners at the Mountain Festival.

The Pole, Pedal Paddle and Marmot Coombs Classic will be occurring over the weekend as well. There will be Music Under the Tram in the early afternoons on Friday and Saturday.

Dick’s Ditch Banked Slalom 2014

Posted on: March 14th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Skier competition March 7-9 and Snowboarder competition March 14-16, 2014

The Dick’s Ditch event will span two weekends again this year. The first weekend, March 7-9, will feature skiers. The following weekend, March 14-16, will feature snowboarders. The format for both race weekends will hold qualifiers on Saturday and “winner-takes-all” on Sundays.

Dick’s Ditch Classic utilizes a natural ditch which winds its way down most of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. The race event utilizes the ravine which runs through the middle portion of the mountain. “This “big mountain ditch” has huge banked walls with steep pitches and opportunities for plenty of air. The course’s natural terrain is “enhanced” with some manmade features providing an amazing venue for this ski and snowboard race. The event format is that of a banked slalom. This race course changes a bit each year and is like nothing you’ve seen before.

This is a wild event which is sure to feature a few spills and some wild riding. Rollers, gaps, bumps and jumps are just a few of the manmade features that keep racers on edge.

Competition heats up over the weekend as racers become familiar with the course and conditions. There is prize money and awards up for grabs. This event attracts many of the area’s best all-around riders. Many of the top local riders look forward to this event each year as competition continually heats up.
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As the event has matured over the years  the course has become more exciting and refined. Doing some laps off of the Marmot Chair can provide some good viewing opportunities from the chair and along the course. Be sure to take in some of the action over the two weekends if you are out at the village.

Ranger Guided Snowshoeing

Posted on: March 6th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Join a ranger for an educational and fun hike through the snow. Rangers offer guided snowshoe hikes from the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center.

Programs begin on December 26th and run through mid-March, snow depth permitting. The snowshoe walk lasts 2 hours. Beginning at 1:30 each day and ending at 3:30.

Reservations are required, call (307) 739-3399 for more details and to make reservations. Reservations are accepted beginning on December 1st. A $5 donation is suggested for the rental of snowshoes (provided during the ranger lead program). Support your national Parks. The program is a free service of the Ranger Programs from Grand Teton National Park.

Please wear appropriate winter clothing (e.g. hat, gloves, snow/wind pants, boots, etc.) and don’t forget your sunscreen and sunglasses.