Winter Festivals
Jackson Hole is the perfect setting for Winter Festivals. From the Jackson Hole WinterFest to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Winter Carnival, there is something exciting for everyone January through March.
2nd Annual WinterFest
Organization: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
Dates: 02/10/2012 - 02/20/2012 update info
Time: 1:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM
Event Cost: Varies
Venue: Locations Vary in Jackson,WY
Contact: Maureen Murphy, Director of Special Events
Phone: (307) 733-3316
Email:
Website: www.jacksonholechamber.com/events/
Event Details:
The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2nd Annual Jackson Hole WinterFest will be held Friday, February 10 through Monday, February 20.
Jackson
Hole is truly a winter wonderland with many opportunities for enjoying
the snowy days and long nights. WinterFest is an eleven-day festival
that brings these opportunities together from the Shriner's All American
Cutter Races to a special winter performance from Grand Teton Music
Festival. Many community organizations have joined to present a series
of events that will delight winter enthusiasts as well as those who may
prefer to hibernate until the sun returns to the face of Snow King.
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Please see a schedule of events below. Note that details are subject to change. For more information, please contact Maureen Murphy, Director of Special Events, mo@jacksonholechamber.com or 307.733.3316x102.
2nd Annual Jackson Hole WinterFest*
Friday, February 10, 2012
- Margarita Cup Race - Snow King - 3:00pm
- Ice Skating on the Square - Town Square - 3:00pm
- Mason Lodge's Wine Tasting - Center for the Arts - 5:30pm
- Moose Hockey - Snow King Center - 7:30pm
- 307 Live: Black Pig Fest - Town Square Tavern - 10:00pm
Saturday, February 11, 2012
- Snow Man Competition - Center for the Arts Lawn - 2:00pm
- Ice Skating on the Square - Town Square - 3:00pm
- Grand Teton Music Festival's The Met: Live in HD - Gotterdammerung (Wagner) Broadcast - Walk Festival Hall - 4:00pm
- Snow King WF Snow Bike Race - Snow King - 4:30pm
- Moose Hockey - Snow King Center - 7:30pm
Sunday, February 12, 2012
- Snowshoe Softball Tournament - Powderhorn Park - All Day
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
- Rail Jam - Snow King - TBD
- Snow sculpting begins - Town Square/Center for the Arts - All Day
Thursday, February 16, 2012
- JH Gallery Art Walk - Various locations - 4:00pm
Friday February 17, 2012
- Ice Skating on the Square - Town Square - 3:00pm
- Snow Sculpting - Town Square/Center for the Arts - All day
- Grand Teton Music Festival's Winter Concert Series - String Trio - Walk Festival Hall - 7:00pm
- Moose Hockey - Snow King Center - 7:30pm
Saturday, February 18, 2012
- Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race - Trail Creek Ranch - 10:00am
- Free 1/2K- Moose Chase for Kids - Trail Creek Ranch - 12:00pm
- Snow Sculpture Judging - Town Square - 12:00pm
- Shriner's All American Cutter Races - Melody Ranch - 12:00pm
- Ski Jouring - Melody Ranch - Following Cutters
- Wild West Classic - Snow King - All day
- Ice Skating on the Square - Town Square - 3:00pm
- Grand Teton Music Festival's Free Family Concert - Walk Festival Hall - 4:00pm
- Moose Hockey - Snow King Center - 7:30pm
- Texas Hold 'em Tournament - Wort Hotel - 7:00pm
Sunday, February 19, 2012
- Snow sculpture viewing - Town Square/Center for the Arts - All day
- Wild West Classic - Snow King - All day
- World Championship Dodgeball - Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena - 10:00am
- Beer, Brats & Live Music - Teton County Fair Building - 11:00am
- Shriner's All American Cutter Races - Melody Ranch - 12:00pm
- K-9 Keg Pull - Teton County Fair Building Lawn - 1:00pm
- WF Kids Snow Painting/Snow Sculpting Fairgrounds Grassy Arena - 1:00pm
- Jackson Hole Showcase - Center for the Arts - 7:00pm
Monday, February 20, 2012
- Snow sculpting viewing - Town Square/Center for the Arts - All Day
- Celebrating a Century: Kickoff to Celebrating 100 Years of the National Elk Refuge - Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center - 10:00am-4:00pm
- Two larger festivals held in February and march each year
- Music, food and ski/snowboard events for everyone
- A collaborative effort of various community entities in the Jackson Hole area.
Overview: Known for its world-class ski terrain and astounding winter beauty, Jackson Hole, Wyoming now has a few other reasons to celebrate winter. With the Jackson Hole WinterFest in February, the Jackson hole Mountain Resort Winter Carnival in March and other events throughout the winter season there are plenty of reasons to be out and about in the chilly weather.
Jackson Hole WinterFest:
Sponsored by the Jackson Hole Rotary Supper Club and the Jackson Hole Chamber, there is something for everyone. Don't miss out on the week long Snow Scultpure Competition, JH Moose Hockey Games, Jackson Hole Ski Club events like the Moose Chase and the Slalom Race, K-9 Keg Race, Dodgeball tournament and the World renowned Cutter races. Live music and ski competitions are also presented during this time as well.Check out the event details for event times and registration details.
- The weeks events take place at various locations throughout Jackson Hole. They Cutter Races are held in Melody Ranch each year. Most events will take place on the town square, the county fairgrounds or the Snow King area.
- Held in mid February each year over a five day period.
- Most events are free. There is an entry fee charged for individual competitions.
Jackson Hole Winter Carnival:
What could be better than celebrating the resort, the Tetons,and the spring sunshine. Enjoy the happenings at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort for three days including ski/snowboard competitions, the Coombs Classic honoring legendary skier Doug Coombs, a FREE Outdoor Concert and apres ski parties and events. Don't miss out on this end of the season celebration in Teton Village.
- The events are held at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Teton Village, WY.
- Typically held the last weekend in March over a 3 day celebration.
- Most of the weekend's events are free of charge.
