Signature Events & Festivals
Some call mountain town living quiet, others know a little better.
The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce proudly hosts some of the most iconic Jackson Hole festivals throughout the year. Our Signature Events celebrate the rich culture, creativity, and community spirit of our valley. Old West Days, a beloved summer festival, kicks off the season with rodeos, parades, and Western heritage celebrations. In September, the renowned Fall Arts Festival draws collectors and art lovers from around the world for one of the premier art festivals in the Rocky Mountain West. From lively music festivals to festive holiday events, our signature experiences offer unforgettable ways to explore Jackson Hole. Whether you're planning your visit around a cultural highlight or just discovering what makes Jackson Hole so special, our signature events are not to be missed. Come for the beauty, stay for the celebration—and experience the authentic spirit of Jackson Hole through every season.
Old West Days and ElkFest are Jackson Hole's tribute to our Western Heritage and Community Culture. It's more than just a tribute though, it's a time to celebrate it and experience it.
Elkfest is a weekend of activities built around the world-famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction. It is an exciting time for celebrating nature, outdoor skills, hunting, and ecological education and awareness.
Taking place on the Town Square, Million Dollar Music Fest is a celebration for locals and visitors alike bringing top country music acts to the downtown Jackson stage. Each year is a different selection of up-and-coming artists along with at least two major…
The Shootout is the longest, continuously running gunfight in the United States and it is estimated that more than 4 million people have witnessed the Shootout through the years.
The Rodeo has been part of Jackson Hole’s western heritage for over 100 years. A rodeo is an ideal way to have a where the west is still wild, experience. Watch cowboys and cowgirls compete for the grand prize as the summer sun sets over the Teton Mountain Range.
Each September, the best Western, wildlife, and landscape artists converge in Jackson, WY where local galleries and venues host over 50 art events in 12 days.
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