ON THE CALENDAR — JULY 19, 2012

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A look at all the action coming up this weekend — into next week — some even TODAY, July 19 — across Wyoming… 

SHERIDAN 3RD THURSDAY — TONIGHT!!!! JULY 19, 5 PM

Sheridan’s 3rd Thrusday Fest for July is about to kick off! Music, fun and FOOD — including the Blue Ribbon Rib-Eye Cook-Off! Click here for more information!

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UPTON FUN DAYS — JULY 20-22

Lane Todd Goldhammer Memorial 5K…parade…Joe Hayne Memorial Golf Tourney…kid’s rodeo…music at the park…bbq… LOTS of fun to be had in Upton July 20-22! http://uptonwyo.com/home/

RIVERTON RENDEZVOUS BALLOON RALLY — JULY 20-22

This exciting annual event takes place the 3rd weekend of July annually! The 20th Annual Rocky Mountain Rebels Car & Bike Show takes place July 20, with Friday Night Cruise from 6:30 – 9:30 PM! The Buffalo Tracks Running Club’s 5K will take place Sunday, July 21 at 8 AM — the run takes place on the Wind River Reservation, and is open to participants of all ages. More info — click here!

THE WRANGLER CLASSIC 2012, RIVERTON — JULY 19-22

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the The Wrangler Horse & Rodeo News (published in Riverton), the event will be hosted at the Wind River Casino.  Check out this article  by www.county10.com for lots of information:  http://county10.com/2012/07/17/wrangler-classic-coming-up-this-week-in-riverton/

CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS — JULY 20 – 29

The Daddy of ‘Em All is about to kick off! Enjoy parades, pancake breakfasts, exhibitions, concerts, and of course….RODEO!!! It’s an event that brings thousands to Southeast Wyoming annually — and definitely one not to miss! http://www.cfdrodeo.com/home/ 

NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL RODEO, ROCK SPRINGS & GREEN RIVER — JULY 15-21

Southwest Wyoming has been flooded by visitors as thousands flock to Rock Springs and Green River for the National High School Rodeo! Festivities culminate this weekend, but there’s still action to be had. Kudos to the Southwest Wyoming communities, businesses and Sweetwater Events Complex for one heck of a job well done! http://www.sweetwaterevents.com/WebPage119.aspx

CROOK COUNTY FAIR & RODEO, SUNDANCE & HULETT — JULY 21 – 29

Head over to Sundance for the Crook County Fair & Rodeo! Sheepdog Trials happen July 23; A horse show will be held Saturday, July 21 at the Hulett Arena at 8:30 AM. Fair events kick off on July 25 and run through July 29! Click here for schedule.

EVANSTON BREW FEST — JULY 21

Evanston’s annual Brew Fest is a GREAT time! The fest runs from 12-5 PM — 22 breweries represented (14 on site!) and 60 different brews available for tasting! The fest takes place on Historic Main Street in beautiful Evanston — definitely worth the trip!

CASPER — WILD WEST EGGFEST BBQ AT PORTER’S — JULY 21

Awesome BBQ to be had at Porter’s in Casper, 11 AM – 4 PM!

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ON THE CALENDAR: July 6 – 14

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July events are in full bloom — it’s an exciting time to explore Wyoming! Read on for activities coming up this weekend (July 6-9), and into the following week…

CASPER — CENTRAL WYOMING FAIR & RODEO, JULY 6-14

From sidewalk chalk art festivals to carnivals and of course, tons of PRCA Rodeo action…this fair has it all! http://www.centralwyomingfair.com/

image by Rob McIntosh

FORT LARAMIE — PIONEER CENTER CRAFT & ART SALE — JULY 14, 9-4

Cowboy crafts, fiber arts, photography, jewelry, stained glass, pottery, and much more — a large variety! Sponsored by Greater Fort Laramie Community Development Assoc.    Contact:  307-534-4609 for more information!

image courtesy Nici Self Museum

CENTENNIAL — CENTENNIAL VALLEY ART SHOW & SALE — JULY 7-8

A variety of art work created by artisans from across southeast Wyoming will be on display and for sale on the grounds of the Nici Self Historical Museum. Meet the artists at the Friday night reception.  A portion of each sale at the Art Show benefits the museum.  http://www.tracksacrosswyoming.com/calender.asp

LARAMIE — JUBILEE DAYS, JULY 7-15

Jubilee Days began in 1940 to celebrate Wyoming’s Statehood on July 10, and has been enjoyed annually ever since. Full of carnivals, street dances, pancake breakfasts and of course TONS of PRCA Rodeo action, this is an event enjoyed by thousands every year! http://www.laramiejubileedays.net/

BUFFALO — BIG HORN MUSIC FESTIVAL, JULY 6-8

This 8th annual event combines americana, bluegrass and folk music into one spectacular festival. Check out the Wyoming Mandolin & Banjo Championships, an Old Time Fiddle Contest as well as guitar championships. Lots of fun and music for all ages at the Johnson County Fairgrounds! http://www.bighornmountainfestival.com/

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LUSK — THE LEGEND OF RAWHIDE, JULY 6-7

An annual celebration of history, legend and Niobrara County heritage, the pageant brings together local performers and volunteers behind the scenes (about 400 in all!) to create a production that is a sight to see. A parade joins the action, and is a highly anticipated event every year! http://www.legendofrawhide.com/

SARATOGA — FREEDOM FESTIVAL, JULY 7

Check out Sheridan’s Teka Brock Band and Pinedale’s Jared Rogerson as they take the stage in Saratoga on July 7!  Call the Saratoga Museum for more information:  307-326-5511

JACKSON — ST. JUDE SONGWRITERS SUPPER, JULY 14, 6-10 PM, CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Join us for the St. Jude Songwriters Supper, The Grand Gala benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The event will be held outdoors at the Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

The evening will be filled with fabulous food, tasty cocktails, silent and live auctions, and amazing entertainment from some of Nashville’s most recognized songwriters. All proceeds go directly to St. Jude to help children from Wyoming, across the country and around the world in the fight against pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

Attire is cocktail/cowboy chic. To purchase tickets, click here

JACKSON — TOWN SQUARE SHOOT OUT, JULY 6 & 7

Check out this free event with excitement for the whole family! From 6-7 PM, make plans to be at the Town Square in Jackson for this lively reenactment of western justice… Can’t make it then? The Shoot Out takes place Monday – Saturday at 6 PM:   http://www.jacksonholechamber.com/events/event_details.php?event_ID=17424&title=Town%20Square%20Shootout%20&loc=Jackson,%20WY

CODY — CODY GUNFIGHTERS SHOW, JULY 6 & 7

If Cody is your destination for the weekend, there’s another fun shoot out for the family — check out the Cody Gunfighters Show, held on the porch of the Irma Hotel from 6-7 PM, Monday through Saturday… http://www.codywyomingnet.com/events/event_details.php?event_ID=31112&title=Cody%20Gunfighters%20Show&loc=Cody,%20WY

SHERIDAN — WYO RODEO, JULY 6 – 15

This annual event brings in the thousands to enjoy rodeo action and fun in Sheridan! Enjoy art shows & sales, polo, music, carnivals, and of course, rodeo action:  http://www.sheridanwyorodeo.com/schedule.htm

PINEDALE — GREEN RIVER RENDEZVOUS, JULY 12-15

This annual event celebrates and history of the Mountain Man and its influence on our western heritage. Enjoy fur trade demonstrations and tours, historians, pageants, parades and more:  http://www.pinedaleonline.com/RendezvousDays.HTM 

ROCK SPRINGS — INTERNATIONAL DAY, JULY 14

This fun annual event celebrates the many nationalities that call Rock Springs and Sweetwater County home. Held at Bunning Park, enjoy dancing, music, food and more! http://www.facebook.com/groups/105479482834939/

 

CHEYENNE — ART, DESIGN & DINE, JULY 12

Held every 2nd Thursday from April through December, 5-8 PM, Art, Design & Dine combines the culinary delights of  local establishments with the talent of local artisans. Stay tuned to their website and Facebook page for updates on locations — and stay tuned for the upcoming July 12 event!

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