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Apr 11 Saturday
Bighorn Basin Open Mic Spring Kickoff Weekend, 3 Venues on 3 Days, beginning Friday, 10 April, 6:30 PM with Thermopolis VFW Post 2281 hosting a multiple mic and plugin Open Mic and Jam Session. Saturday, 11 April, 7:00 PM, The Safari Club at the Hot Springs State Park hosts a classic 2-song per round or 5 minute stand up or spoken word Open Mic. This may be the last opportunity for some time for performers to play the iconic Safari Club with the full Taxidery collection gracing the walls, performers, come on out and you'll be able to say: "I played the Safari Club with more animals on the walls than seats in the audience!" And winding up with the Sunday, 12 April, 2:00 PM Afternoon Open Mic at Ten Sleep Brewery in Ten Sleep. Special 3 day back to back Open Mics to kick off for Summer performance opportunities for Open Mic junkies in Wyoming's Creative Bighorn Basin and Wind River Country. Come play one, two, or all three!
Apr 12 Sunday
April Fund Raiser for Discovery Days In Hot Springs State Park in July 11th and 12th. Chili Cook Off may the best Chili win. Sundowners playing, Raffle Drawings, Live Auction, Silent Auction, Games and Prizes.
Community Bike Swap | 1–3 PM. Got gear collecting dust? Looking for a deal? The annual bike swap is back! Bikes, parts, and gear are all fair game to trade or sell. If you're bringing items to sell or swap, come early — setup starts at noon. For those looking for bikes, parts, and accessories, arrive at 1pm to find a good deal. This is a great venue to find youth cycling bikes and gear.
BikeNet Annual Presentation | 3:15–4 PM. Get the latest updates on everything Laramie BikeNet has been up to, including news on the bike park and Pilot Hill, find out who's stepping up to fill our open board positions, and hear about all the fantastic things our community has been making happen.
Join us on Sunday, April 12 at 4 p.m. for a free performance by the Sheridan College Symphony Orchestra.
Riot Act, Inc. Presents: Salon SundaysStarting September 21 | Sundays, 5–7 PM | Riot Act Studio @ Center for the Arts
Are you brimming with creative energy? Looking for a welcoming space to develop new work, connect with fellow artists, or just get inspired? Salon is for you.
This weekly gathering is a supportive environment for performers, writers, directors, and all kinds of creatives to share ideas, test material, and build community. Salon includes acting exercises, movement expression, scene study, vulnerability work, and fostering the creative process. Whether you have a project in progress or are simply seeking artistic connection, you’ll find space here to grow and explore.
Reserve your spot at riotactinc.org
Apr 13 Monday
Join us for a two-day, statewide forum exploring the full fuel cycle of nuclear energy. Convened by the Ruckelshaus Institute in partnership with the School of Energy Resources and the Wyoming Energy Authority, the forum will build a shared understanding of the benefits and risks of these various projects and consider under what conditions they might be right for Wyoming's communities.
Apr 14 Tuesday
The 5th Annual Laramie International Flavor Festival will be April 14-18, 2026. The festival is presented by Laramie Main Street Alliance, in partnership with University of Wyoming Office of Global Engagement's International Students and Scholars, this volunteer-run festival pairs individuals from our community and around the world with downtown businesses to infuse their menus with unique international flavors.
Inspired by 5 vears of stories from 200+ community members and international students representing 60+ nations.
20+ downtown restaurants & venues will offer specials representing individuals from our campus and Laramie community.And, there are 10+ events (mostly free) including an invitational art exhibit, dance, sauerkraut making, trivia, and opportunities for community conversation.
Through collaborations, international flavors, and conversations, Laramie International Flavor Festival celebrates our residents and worldwide influences.
Events and Restaurant Pairings can be found at https://laramiemainstreet.org/international-flavor-festival
Step into your spotlight with @fitcloset_by_jane! Pop Star Dance is all about confidence, fun, and self-expression through high-energy choreography inspired by your favorite pop hits.
Whether you’re new to dance or a seasoned mover, this class is your stage. Come shine! Learn more or sign up at dwjh.org/workshops.
Bring your feet to life with Adult Tap! Tap is a joyful way to improve coordination, rhythm, and expression all while moving your body in a fun, musical way.
No experience? No problem. All adults are welcome to join the beat and feel the energy of movement. Learn more at dwjh.org/workshops.