Community Calendar

Comedian Chris Higgins live at the historic Rialto Theater in downtown Casper. Two nights of stand-up comedy presented by Casper Entertainment Group. Doors open one hour before showtime.

The legendary New Orleans jazz band brings their inimitable spirit and joie de vivre to Jackson's Center Theater. Preservation Hall Jazz Band has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 65 years, all while carrying it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrantly living history.

Join Sheridan Community Land Trust for a guided exploration of one of Sheridan’s most significant historic places.

First established as a military outpost and later transformed into a veterans hospital, Fort Mackenzie has played an important role in the community for more than 125 years. During this special Explore History Saturday program, participants will discover the district’s rich history, striking architecture, and lasting impact on Sheridan through the eyes of VA Historian Thomas Hatch and VA Patient Advocate Connie Trentacosti, who will lead the tour.

When: Saturday, August 29, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon
Where: Meet at the Sheridan VA, Parking Lot 7 off Air Force Lane, in front of Building 61 (the auditorium)

The tour will involve walking outdoors through the Fort Mackenzie District. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

This Explore History Saturday program is free to attend and open to all.

The King of the Krewe has been murdered—and YOU are the detective.

Join The Arc of Laramie County for an interactive murder mystery dinner theater featuring professional actors, authentic New Orleans cuisine, silent and live auctions, and plenty of Mardi Gras flair.

Question suspects. Examine clues. Solve the mystery before dessert is served.

Details:

Date: Friday, August 29, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:15 PM
Location: LCCC Community Center, Cheyenne, WY
Cost: $50 per person
Dress Code: Mardi Gras festive encouraged!
All proceeds support The Arc’s programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Get Your Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/mardi-gras-gone-wrong-murder-mystery-fundraiser

Sponsorship opportunities available. Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or arcoflc@arcoflaramiecounty.org.

Comedian Chris Higgins live at the historic Rialto Theater in downtown Casper. Two nights of stand-up comedy presented by Casper Entertainment Group. Doors open one hour before showtime.

Grammy-winning bluegrass band The SteelDrivers live at The Gaslight Social in downtown Casper, presented by Casper Entertainment Group.

Enjoy an afternoon at this free, family-friendly event filled with performances, poetry, printmaking, pizza, and more, all among the beautiful High Plains of Ucross.

​Details to follow. Visit ucross.org for the latest updates.

The People's Market Wednesdays, June 3 – September 23 | 4:00–7:00pm | Center for the Arts Lawn, Jackson
Shop local at Slow Food in the Tetons weekly farmers market, featuring 30+ local growers, ranchers, prepared foods, and artisans. A community gathering space to connect with your neighbors and the people behind your food! Free and open to all. Weekly vendor map, special market events and more can be found at tetonslowfood.org/summer-peoples-market/.

Thursdays in July & August. Top Jackson Hole yoga instructors conduct weekly summer classes outside on the south part of the Sculpture Trail (parking lot to your left as you come up the hill). Participants will feel inspired doing Sun Salutations and Downward Dogs as they look across the grand vista of the National Elk Refuge. Join us in connecting with two art forms—visual art inspired by artists over the centuries, and the art of yoga, ensuring healthy mind, body, and spirit. All levels welcome. Free.

*Please bring your own mat and water!

Stop by Heart Mountain to view Wyoming Public Media's Wyoming 250 Photo Contest Exhibit. The opening reception on September 3rd features a presentation by Carter Reed.

Carter Reed will discuss the history of the Heart Mountain Relocation Center site from after World War II ended in 1945 until the Interpretive Center opened in 2011.

After the talk, guests can enjoy light refreshments and enjoy the Wyoming's History Through Listeners' Eyes photo exhibit. (View the virtual exhibit online). The exhibit will travel around Wyoming throughout 2026.

Free and open to the public, the talk starts at 5:30 pm at the Heart Mountain WWII Japanese American Confinement Site. Stop by for refreshments and free sonic bison ear buds! All are welcome.

* * This project is funded in part by the Wyoming Semiquincentennial grant from the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources office. * *