Old West Days Festival, Free Music and More

By on April 29, 2019 Categories: Jackson Hole Entertainment, Travel to Jackson Hole


If there’s one thing we can’t get enough of here in Jackson, it’s a free concert and celebration. Join us from Friday, May 17th through Monday, May 27th (Memorial Day) for a fanfare that brings Jackson back to its western roots. Here’s a look at the Old West Days activity lineup along with how you can spend your spring basking in the high-alpine sunshine and enjoying our world-famous hospitality here in Jackson

Mountain Man Rendezvous and Traders’ Row

From nine to five every day of the festival you can head on down to the Teton County Fairgrounds for plenty of old western fun. There are bow and arrow competitions, hawk and knife competitions, traders selling their wares and candy for the kids. Come on over and experience pre-1840 Jackson with this celebratory historic festival. Plenty of fun for the whole family.


High Noon Chili Cook Off

Come enjoy the best chili in town on Sunday, May 19th where participating restaurants and organizations battle for the best bowl of spice and smoke. Spring Creek Ranch will be participating as well! Hosted on Center Street, visitors can enjoy several tasty chili varieties to satisfy their cowboy appetites!


Seafood Boil Hosting By Spring Creek Ranch

Join us on town square for a seafood boil from 11am to 3pm, or until food runs out. Plates include langoustines, mussels, shrimp, sausage, corn on the cob, and potatoes. Alcohol, non alcoholic drinks, and desserts are available at an additional fee. Purchase your tickets ahead of time at $32/person. Tickets available at the door for $40/person. 

To purchase your tickets, please visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-west-days-seafood-boil-tickets-868711638897


Ranch Tour Hosting By Spring Creek Ranch

Join us for a tour of local ranches and experience the “behind the scenes” of the farm to table concept. From 3pm – 9pm on Wednesday, May 22nd, you will get to meet with several different ranches along with some of the “workers”.  You will get to sample their products and have the option to purchase some items directly from their facilities. Finish the evening off with an open bar, live music, a four course dinner buffet, and enjoy the company of horses and a Grand Teton view. Tickets $250/person. All ages are welcome. 21+ older include alcoholic beverages.

To purchase your tickets, please visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/old-west-days-ranch-tour-tickets-858443486577


37th Annual Old West Days Parade

Gather round to see horse drawn carriages, Mountain Men, vintage vehicles and covered wagons at the annual Old West Days Parade in Town Square. Bring your boots and enjoy a gathering of gunslingers and old west legends. Happening Saturday May 25th.


Old West Brewfest

Our regional breweries will be hanging out on Deloney street on Saturday, May 25th ready to serve you up a cold one. Grab a local brew and relax in the mountain spring sunshine. Keep in mind, tasters must be 21 and older.


Kick-Off the Jackson Hole Rodeo

Saturday, May 25th at 8pm marks the kick off to Jackson Hole’s Rodeo. A time-honored tradition in Jackson and something us locals look forward to every year. This is the real deal, where pro rodeo athletes participate in buckin’, ropin’, and barrel racin’.


Million Dollar Music Fest

New on the lineup this year is the Million Dollar Music Fest, happening at 5pm on Sunday May 26th. Come down to Town Square and see the country superstar headliners, Midland. The event is free and open to all ages. Sponsored by the iconic Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce.


Memorial Day Western BBQ Hosted By Spring Creek Ranch

Join us at Spring Creek Ranch for our Memorial Day BBQ. Enjoy a four course dinner, live music, lawn games, and great company for your Memorial Day celebration. Enhance your evening by adding on a one hour horseback riding tour prior to the BBQ. Event starts at 5pm, dinner bell rings at 6:15pm, and the evening ends with a cowboy singing around the campfire while guests enjoy roasting marshmallows (9pm). 

Chuckwagon BBQ Cookout: $65/adult and $55/child 5-12 years old; children under 5 free

*Chuckwagon BBQ Cookout Prices exclude an automatic 6% tax and 22% service charge applied to all checks

One Hour Horseback Ride : $60 + $10 Facility Fee + $1 booking fee per person ( No one under 6 years old on the one hour ride ) 4pm ride time – please arrive 15 minutes prior for check in.

Please email our sales team at gravy@springcreekranch.com or call our front desk at 307.733.8833.


Rest Your Head at Spring Creek Ranch

After a rootin-tootin’ day on the fairgrounds, in town and at the rodeo, come rest your head at Spring Creek Ranch. Our beautiful property offers the perfect perch to rest and enjoy the views after a day of festivities. We can’t wait to have you.


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