Jackson WY • International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race and Winter Carnival starts last saturday of January 307-733-3025

Jackson WY• Presidents Weekend: Moose Chase Nordic Skate Reace. Teton Pines to Jackson hole Mountain Resort. Contact: 307-739-2770
Shriner's All American Cutter Races.Gates open at 10:00 and race begins at 12 noon.Saturday Banquet & Calcutta: 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.Contact: Bob Zimmer, 733-4052 / 413-1407 Location info: Melody Ranch Race Track.

Star Valley WY• Maverick Challenge Snowmobile Hillclimb - Presidents Weekend

Bozeman MT • Wild West Winter Fest - Presidents Weekend. This annual event will offer a break from the winter time blues. WinterFest kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Some of the activities include horse drawn wagon rides, kid's special Roundup Rodeo, McLien's FFA Farm Barn full of farm animals for the kids and we even have a hockey tournament. There's a Working Horse & Driver Contest and Horse Sale. Dog Events will include Agility, Terrier Races, Conformation, Pet Tricks and a Dog Keg-pulling Contest. Also a Packer's Scramble, Elk Bugling Contest and a Chili Cook-off. and Bootlegger's Ball. There will be plenty of other music for entertainment throughout the weekend.

Cody WY • Annual Water Fall Ice Festival - Presidents Weekend. The South Fork ice climbing is like NO other ice in the Northern Rockies. The Valley has literally hundreds of frozen waterfalls each year. Many climbers visit the Valley season after season and still haven't climbed many of the waterfalls here.

Ashton ID • American Dog Derby - Presidents Weekend Events include a 12 dog -100 mile race, an 8 dog - 60 mile race, 40 mile pot luck race, a junior 8 mile race, mutt races, arts and crafts fair. Also included are a celebrity race on Friday and a snow shoe race on Saturday. Phone: (208) 652-3987

West Yellowstone MT • Yellowstone Rendezvous Marathon Ski Race. Held on the first Saturday in March on the world-class Rendezvous Ski Trails, this event draws hundreds of cross-country skiers. With the blast of a black powder canon, racers sprint out to compete in a variety of age classes and distances in both classic and freestyle of 5 to 50K lengths. With grooming provided by Yellowstone Track Systems, this is arguably the best track to be found all year. The camaraderie and festive atmosphere have kept this an annual event, now in its 29th. In conjuctions with the Marathon race is the West Yellowstone Youth Festival, Only for kids and sponsored by the West Yellowstone Ski Education Foundation. The Youth Festival is an opportunity for our future Olympians, World Cup Skiers and National Masters competitors to participate in an event that is just for them. A series of fun events such as obstacle course, matched sprints, relay and speed trap are included.
Contact: (406) 599-4465

Jackson WY• Championship Snowmobile Hillclimb from third Thursday of March till Sunday Sponsored by the Jackson Hole Snow Devils
www.snowdevils.org Contact: mail@snowdevils.org or 307-734-9653 Location info: Snow King Mountain.

Pocatello ID • Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo - Starts middle Wednesday in March check webstite for exact times.

Jackson WY• Pole-Pedal-Paddle first Saturday in April, 2006, 8:00am - 3:00pmContact: Jackson Hole Ski Club at 307-733-6433 Location info: Teton Village to Astoria Hot Springs

Teton Valley • SpudFest third week in April, SpudFest celebrates the best of the independent filmmakers making family movies. Our festival gives you and your family the opportunity to be entertained, enlightened and moved by films that deal with the issues of your own lives. more info.

St. Anthony ID • St. Anthony Cowboy Poetry GatheringDates: 2rd Fri. & Sat. in April. (sometimes third weekend) Features local and nationally ranked poets, cowboy variety show and old trail songs. CD's and tapes available. Phone: (208) 624-4870

Idaho Falls ID • East Idaho Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo -third weekend in April. Celebration of fly fishing and fly-tying at the Shilo Inn with demonstrations by 120 tyers from all over the country. Includes tying and casting workshops, hourly programs, women's and youth workshops. Concludes Saturday night with a fundraising banquet and auction. For information see www.snakerivercutthroats.com

Bozeman MT • The Emerson Center for Arts & Culture is hosting an art workshop by Mary Ann Cherry titled "Paintings with Freshness". The class will welcome painters in oil, watercolor, or pastel and will be held June 15th - June 17th. Class will run from 9am - 4pm. For more information call (208) 524 -1284 or email cherryart@cableone.net

Jackson WY • Jackson Hole Film Festival  second week in June.See website for details, www.jhff.org Contact: Todd Rankin @ 307-733-8144

Alpine WY • Mountain Days Celebration -third weekend in June - The "MOUNTAIN DAYS" three-day fun-filled event attracts tourists from all over! Arts & Crafts as well as Fine Arts and Commercial Booths occupy the grounds of the Royal Resort (former Alpen Haus) at the Junction of Highways 89 and 26. The Craft Booths and Commercial areas will be separate but both adjoin the popular 1800's authentic Pioneer Village which is the focus of activities.

Jackson WY • Grand Teton Music Festival - July to August. Experience one of the world’s great music festivals when visiting Jackson Hole. 200-member resident company - a true "all-star" ensemble. Walk Festival Hall, Teton Village. Call the GTMF ticket office at 733-1128.

Jackson WY • July 10 - Renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman will conduct a lecture and book signing at the National Wildlife Art Museum, Thursday, July 10th to open his summer art exhibition at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole

Lander WY • second weekend in July - The International Climbers’ Festival is an annual event that began 15 years ago with the mission of promoting and celebrating the sport of rock climbing. The festival runs in conjunction with three local Lander scholarships and programs, the Jim Ratz Memorial Scholarship, the Todd Skinner Foundation and BARF, the local Bolt and Anchor Replacement Fund. Proceeds from the festival support some of these programs. http://www.climbersfestival.org/

Teton Valley ID • The Teton Valley Summer Festival features Hot Air Balloons, the traditional Community Fourth of July Celebrations, Arts and Crafts, the Old Time Fiddlers' Contest, a myriad of Recreational Activities, numerous Food Service and Social Events, and a whole lot more! starts on the thursday of 4th of July weekend

Jackson WY • July 4th Celebration July 4 2006, 10:00am - 10:00pm. 4th Jackson Hole is an exciting place to celebrate the 4th of July. 4th of July Parad, JH Community Band Concert on the Town Square; Music in the Hole; and the Jackson Hole Jaycees 4th of July Fireworks Display.For complete 4th of July celebration information, please visit: 4th of July in Jackson Hole. Contact: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, 307-733-3316

Bozeman MT • Annual Museum Wine ClassicWine Classic Simply di VINE at theMuseum of the Rockies in Bozeman $150 per person open seating, $300 per person reserved seating. This Annual Museum Wine Classic blends the sophistication of wine tasting with the approachable, casual, adventur of the West. Guests will enjoy the exquisite food, wine and silent auction, and a vivacious live auction. All proceeds benefit the Museum. Resevations open June 10 More Information: 994-7460

Bozeman MT • Gallatin County Fair - third week of July. We would love to have you come and join us for a great time at the 2008 Gallatin County Fair! Enjoy the carnival and the Open Class or 4-H exhibits which include arts and crafts, gardening, floral, foods, needlework, photography, poultry and other livestock. Have fun shopping at the indorr and outdoor exhibitor booths. Sample the many different kinds of food at the food court. Back again this year will be the Super Grasshopper Contest, the Humane Society Pet Show, the Dog Agility Show, the Short Dock Dog Diving Contest, and the Cherry Pit Spitting Contest. Special events this year include the Bozeman Roundup Ranch Rodeo and the Mountaineeres 4X4 Mud Bog competition. http://www.gallatin.mt.gov/fairgrounds

Jackson WY• Teton County Fair starts third week in July. The Teton County Fair hosts many events and activities for all ages, including a special rodeo.  For more information and a complete schedule, visit www.tetoncountyfair.com

Bozeman MT • Gallatin County Fair and Rodeo starts third week in July at Gallatin County Fairgrounds for more Information: 582-3270

Powell, WY • Park County Fair - Last week of July. Traditional county fair with livestock, carnival, stage acts, 4H competition and lots of food and fun. http://parkcountyfair.com/

Rexburg ID • Idaho International Dance & Music Festival - Starts last weekend in July and lasts for a week. Hundreds of dancers from around the world share their culture and promote world peace. Free events include opening and closing ceremonies, street dance, parade, fireworks, and Youth Culture Day. Phone: (208) 356-5700 - website

Riverton WY • The Fremont County Fair and Rodeo takes place at the end of July and first of August. Activities include a parade, demolition derby, PRCA rodeos, hypnotists, music, carnival rides, and fun for all ages. http://www.fremontcountyfair.org/

Ennis * Sweet Pea Festival A 3 day summer festival that celebrates the arts, held in Ennis, MT. in the first week in August. For a more information, call (406) 586-4003.

Bozeman MT • Sweet Pea Festival Of The Arts - First Week of August. Sweet Pea A Festival of the Arts. Born out of a community's desire to celebrate the arts. In existence today due to the community's desire to continue to celebrate the arts and all that they add to our lives.

Star Valley WY • Lincoln County Fair starts first weekend of August.

Teton Village WY • Micro-Brew Festival the first week in August a number of regional breweries show off their talents with some added fun, food, and music. Contact: Shannon McCormick at 307-733-9779

Livingston • Park County Fair - Second Week of August. For many Park County families, the fair is one of the biggest events of the year. The annual Park County Fair gets better every year. While agriculture is still a large part of classic Montana fairs, this year’s Park County gathering - the 60th - carries a bunch of events that have both rural and city influences. For more information, write to the Park County Fair, Box 146, Livingston MT 59047, or call (406) 222-4185.

Grand Targhee WY • Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival the second weekend in August more info.

Swan Valley ID• Art in the Park - First week in September - Artists from across the West will highlight this western and wildlife art show. 3rd week in August! If you are a potential exhibitorr or just want more info contact Teresa : 208-313-3174!
Teresa

Jackson WY • Wyoming Highlanders Festival third friday in August  View a full Scottich festival inlcuding "Calling of the Clans", Scottish Athletics, Bagpipe bands, Bonnie-Knees contest, Kilted Tug-of-War, Clan Booths, vendors of Scottish foods and much, much more.  For more details please visit: www.wyohighlanders.net Contact: Dave 307- 733-4096 x 101

Jackson WY• Art Fair Jackson Hole third weekend of August. The Art Fair Jackson Hole features fine art and crafts. Contact: The Art Association at 307-733-8792. Location info: Miller Park, Jackson, Wyoming

Teton Valley • Teton Valley Fair second week in August contact Teton Co. Agriculture Dept. 354-2961 for more information.

Ennis MT • Ennis on the Madison Fly Fishing Festival . Celebrate the art and sport of fly-fishing in Ennis, Montana at this Festival in the last week of August. For more information, email info@ennisflyfishing.com

Big Piney WY • Sublette County Fair - End of August into September. Traditional county fair with livestock, carnival, stage acts, 4H competition and lots of food and fun.

Ennis MT • Norris Hot Springs • Holy Bucket Bluegrass Festival Annual Labor Day music event is held at Norris Hot Springs and is fun for the whole family. Traditional bluegrass, psycho grass, jam grass as well as folk and other acoustic music genres are performed by a talented group of regional professionals. Montana Grass-fed beef and bison burgers on the grill, local brews on tap, and Water of the Gods in the bucket for a relaxing soak. 4:00 - 10:00 pm. Cost $10 Contact: (406) 685-3303

Blackfoot ID • Eastern Idaho State Fair - Starts Labor Day Weekend and runs through the following Sunday. More Info Eastern Idaho State Fair website.

Jackson WY • Grand Teton Western & Wildlife Arts Show
September 6-7
Location: Snow King Resort Ballroom
Jackson, WY
Hours: Saturday 10:00-7:00 and Sunday 10:00-4:00
Admission: $3.00

A sponsor of the Jackson Fall Arts Festival. This is an international juried exhibition, sale from over thirty highly selected Western and Wildlife Artists from Canada and the United States. This show features painting, wood carving and bronze sculpture from national award winning artists such as: Mari Bolen, Michele Kapor, Cynthie Fisher, Diane Greenwood, Loren Pinski, Maria A. Ryan, J.R. Eason, Vern Russell, Elene Weege, Pat Schermerhorn, John Kessler, Jenny Schmalsteig, John Peterson, Mark Butler, Shane Duekersen , Donna George, Marann Eikens, Jessie Myyrick, Greita and Linda Krisjansas, Fred Kingwill, Truong Buu Giam and more. Artwork ranges from $1,000 to over $5,000 per item.

An evening reception and sale to benefit for the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, The Nature Conservancy in Wyoming and the Wyoming Wilderness Association takes place in the Snow King Ballroom on Saturday evening between 5:00-7:00 PM. During this time artists will donate 25% of sales to these selected conservation and wildlife groups.

Jackson WY • Fall Arts Festival second weekend of September. The Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival is widely recognized as one of the premier cultural events in the mountain west, the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival draws thousands of visitors each year. Contact: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce at 307-733-3316 or see website.

Jackson WY • Old Bill's Fun Run on the second Saturday of every September. The first event of its kind in the nation, the idea for Old Bill's Fun Run for Charities came from an anonymous couple affectionately known as "Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill." Their vision was to expand the charitable pie in Jackson Hole by encouraging the entire community to participate in philanthropy. the people of Jackson show their generosity of spirit through Old Bill's Fun Run for Charities. The day is filled with a Fun Run and Walk, entertainment, food and informational booths. The magic of a community celebration combined with ease of giving has increased awareness about the work of local organizations and has raised over $38 million in the last nine years. Contact: Community Foundation of Jackson Hole at 307-739-1026

Cody WY • Annual Buffalo Bill Art Show & Sale at Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Sale and Quick Draw. Exhibit and live auction sale of the finest contemporary Western art. Quick Draw on Saturday. Contact: Kathy Thompson Email: art@buffalobillartshow.com
Last week in september - Phone: 307-587-5029