Community Calendar

From his early days playing cover music behind chicken wire at a west side Jacksonville juke joint while still working at a lumberyard, to playing sold-out shows at some of the largest venues and music festivals in the world, JJ Grey has always delivered his soul-honest truths. Since his first album, ‘Blackwater’, back in 2001, Grey has been releasing deeply moving, masterfully written, funkified rock and front porch Southern soul music.

Born and raised in Casper, Wyoming, Quinlan’s musical life began at a young age when he started attending performances from a local performing arts program named ArtCore. The constant exposure to performing arts eventually led to an expanding love for live music. Particularly in acoustic American Music. All which later inspired him to pursue his own career in performing.

After learning the banjo and guitar in his teens, Quinlan started writing his own songs and making his way as a professional musician. Listeners commonly relate his style to classic and traditional Folk music while still realizing his own character.

Since 2018, Valdez has been recording music while performing all across Wyoming and through neighboring states. He’s been able to share a stage with the likes of Jalan Crossland, Chad Lore and many other acclaimed Wyoming artists. He has even been invited to Artcore and played a number of festivals across the state and beyond. His original song, Blue Sunlight, was selected to be a part of the 2023 Wyoming Road Trip Playlist, and has plenty more original songs gaining audience favorites.

For Quinlan, music is simply a way of life more than it is a job or career. Hopefully bringing a more profound performance to an audience.

Pop country artistJamie Hansen will be performing as a solo act at the Grinner's Bar in Gillette, WY!

Minnesota native Katy Tessman makes her Laramie debut on Thursday, June 19 at Ruffed Up Duck (8pm) as part of her “Write My Own Story” tour, supporting her new album, "Turnbuckles." A young survivor of breast cancer, single mom, and literacy champion, Tessman channels her life experience into heartfelt songs that uplift and inspire.

Katy Tessman’s songwriting shares messages of hope, resilience, and empowerment. Mostly Minnesota calls her “a great storyteller,” describing her music as “warm encouragement.” Her live shows deliver that same feeling onstage—"infectious, contagious, and all kinds of fun rolled into one,” according to Smouse in the House.

Tessman's tour brings her across the Great Plains and Rocky Mountains to intimate community spaces from serene libraries to lively local bars. Fans of Americana and folk artists like Brandi Carlile, The Indigo Girls, or Jason Isbell will connect with her raw, honest lyrics and soulful delivery.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with The Tinderwoods, a talented group of songwriters, pickers, pluckers, and shenanigan enthusiasts! They’ll be playing a super fun set at Ten Sleep Brewing Co. on June 21st at 7 PM. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a lively mix of music, camaraderie, and perhaps a few surprises. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer eager to discover their unique sound, this event promises to be a highlight of the season. So, mark your calendars, bring your friends, and prepare for a night filled with great tunes and good vibes. Don’t miss out on this musical adventure!

Join us for a night of alternative music with Clay K & The Vertebrates, Calico Boys, and Molasses Flood.

Giant Wave is a formerly Baltimore-residing (now Montana-based) exploratory pop / electro sound / ambient song music project led by Will Rockwell Ryerson. A long-time participant in Baltimore’s vibrant DIY music scene, Ryerson played in and toured with the bands Other Colors, Chiffon, Outer Spaces, Small Sur and Flock Of Dimes, among others. Prior to this forthcoming album, he self-released a series of genre-bending EPs via bandcamp, featuring ambient synth instrumentals, experimental electronics and homespun electronic pop.

kqa (said «KAY-kuh») is the longstanding music project by Nicole Di Bisceglie, typically playing unique poppy songs with a dash of theory and an emo influence. Born in Albuquerque, raised all over the southwest U.S., she carries a strong emphasis on collaboration in her music, filling in all the gaps with all the instruments she can play. Across releases, and with every band she's been a part of, she's learned more and more about the music production process, with her most recent self-titled album, kqa, letting the world know just what she's capable of.

Avid lover of all things starry, ann is an indie-pop legend in the making. ann was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Ciara Ann Barnett has spent the last ten years writing songs that speak to the deepest parts of the heart. She strives to be the light in the darkness; to speak for those who do not have a voice. ann always has her trusty ukulele on hand, ready to sing you a song whenever. She believes in the power of change, and expresses this through song. ann continues to write and sing in memory of her grandmother, Pamela Hooker. As she used to say: “do something with it, or die.”

The Center’s annual outdoor fundraising event returns Saturday, June 28th, featuring Gillian Welch & David Rawlings. The Center Benefit is the perfect chance for our community to celebrate the arts in Jackson Hole. As our primary fundraiser, this event supports all aspects of our mission to connect our creative community. The event will include local food trucks and participation from some of The Center’s 20 Resident Nonprofit Partners.

The recent winners of the 2025 GRAMMY for Best Folk Album, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, have been hailed by Pitchfork as “modern masters of American folk” and “protectors of the American folk song” by Rolling Stone. This is the duo’s second time winning the GRAMMY for Best Folk Album. They also received the honor for their 2021 album, “All the Good Times.”

Join us with the Gem City Drifters and friends for a night of Grateful Dead music!

The Grand Teton Music Festival's Season 64 will be held from July 3-August 23, 2025. Join us for eight weeks of performances under the leadership of Music Director Sir Donald Runnicles.

GTMF's 2025 season features eclectic orchestral and chamber music performances, Gateway series concerts, special events, Patriotic Pops, the continuation of GTMF’s opera initiative and free community events.

Guest artists include violinist James Ehnes, pianist Andrea Lam, guitarist JIJI, vocalists Sasha Cooke and Heidi Stober, Time for Three, ukulele phenom Jake Shimabukuro, Chanticleer (“the world’s reigning male chorus”) and GRAMMY-winning jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli.

Special events include an evening with Broadway legend Patti LuPone and a recital by pianist Clayton Stephenson. Festival Orchestra musicians are featured in an eclectic six-concert Benoliel Chamber Music Series.