Old West Days
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May 17 @ 9:00 am - May 27 @ 9:00 pm
Old West Days and ElkFest are Jackson Hole’s tribute to our Western Heritage and Community Culture. It’s more than just a tribute though, it’s a time to celebrate it and experience it!
The festival kicks off on May 17th weekend with ElkFest, Teton Powwow, and the High Noon Chili Cook-off in downtown Jackson Hole. The Best of the West Parade, Old West Brewfest, and Million Dollar Music Fest round out the festival on Memorial Day weekend. The Mountain Man Rendezvous celebrates the rich history and tradition of the Rocky Mountain fur trade over the entire 10 days of the festival at the Teton County Fairgrounds.
Enjoy ales from breweries all over the Mountain West and sample bowls of chili made by high-end restaurants, as well as the Boy Scouts. And….vote for your favorites! Observe the Teton Powwow where indigenous knowledge keepers will share their rich culture, traditions, dance, and history. Tip your hats to Teton County Fair’s Rodeo Royalty in the The Best of the West Parade. Bid on elk antlers that were gathered by our very own boy scouts and more.
OLD WEST DAYS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
May 17 – 27, 2024
Friday, May 17th:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Wind River Cultural Presentations. 10-11 am & 12 -1 pm. Center for the Arts Theater
Way Back Now: Art of Shoshoni artist, Al Hubbard. Center for the Arts, Center Ramp Gallery
Restaurant Week begins. 28 restaurants across town and Teton Village.
Saturday, May 18th:
ElkFest. Town Square.
8 am Private Antler Sales.
10 am Elk Antler Auction.
10 am Boy Scout Expo.
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Teton Powwow, A Celebration of American Indian Culture.
10 am – 9 pm. – Munger Mountain Elementary School.
Art & food booths open, dance registration opens at 10 am.
Dance competition begins at 12 noon.
Sunday, May 19th:
High Noon Chili Cook-off. 12 pm – 4 pm. Town Square. Tickets & more info.
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Monday, May 20nd:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Tuesday, May 21st:
Town Square Seafood Boil. 11 am – 2 pm. Town Square.
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Wednesday, May 22nd:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Old West Days Ranch Tour. 3 pm – 8:45 pm. Start at Visitors Center.
Thursday, May 23rd:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Old West Days Chamber Mixer at Teton County Fairgrounds. 5 pm – 7 pm. Fairgrounds Community Building.
Friday, May 24th:
Brewer’s Reception. 5 pm – 8 pm. Snake River Brewing.
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Million Dollar Music Fest Kick-off Concert 7 pm. Million Dollar Cowboy Bar.
Restaurant Week ends. 28 restaurants across town and Teton Village.
Saturday, May 25th:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Best of the West Parade. 10 am. Glenwood St. & Broadway Ave. Downtown Jackson.
Old West Brewfest. 12 – 4 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds Community Building. Tickets & more info.
Old West Family Activities. 11 am – 4 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds Grassy Arena.
Sunday, May 26th:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Million Dollar Music Fest. 6 pm – 9 pm. Town Square.
Monday, May 27th:
Mountain Man Rendezvous. 8 am – 5 pm. Teton County Fairgrounds.
Memorial Day Rifle Salute. Time TBA. Town Square.
Memorial Day Wreath Ceremony, Time TBA, Snake River Bridge.
Old West Days Memorial Day BBQ. 5 pm – 9 pm. Spring Creek Ranch.