Events
What’s Happening in Wind River Country
From seasonal festivals and cultural gatherings to outdoor happenings and community traditions, events in Wind River Country reflect the region’s landscapes, history and people. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning a longer stay, these moments offer a way to connect and spend time in the region beyond the scenery.
Wind River Country This Weekend
In town for a few days? See what’s happening while you’re here. From live music and local gatherings to outdoor activities and pop-up events, there are plenty of ways to spend your weekend across Wind River Country.
Native American Powwows
Events Worth the Ride
Some gatherings are worth planning for. From rodeo nights to Native American powwows and long-standing local traditions, these events bring people together across Wind River Country.
Time to Mark Your Calendar
Take a look at what’s coming up and plan ahead. From small local gatherings to larger seasonal events, there’s always something happening across the region.
Fremont COunty Fair
1010 Fairground Rd.
Riverton, WY 82501
Free Play Fridays at the Lander Library
200 Amoretti St.
Lander, WY 82520
Geology in the Dubois Area
909 W. Ramshorn
Dubois, WY 82513
Dubois Friday Night Rodeo
5639 Hwy. 26
Dubois, WY 82513
33rd Annual International Climbers’ Festival
405 Fremont St.
Lander, WY 82520
South Pass City Gold Rush Days
125 Main St.
South Pass, WY 82520
Heart, History and Community Traditions
Signature and Seasonal Events
Annual events in Wind River Country reflect the region’s living cultures, history and connection to place. From powwows hosted by the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho Tribes to rodeos and heritage celebrations, these gatherings offer meaningful reasons to plan a visit.
Watch balloons lift off at the Riverton Rendezvous Balloon Rally, spend time at South Pass City Gold Rush Days or take in the 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous. Each event highlights a different part of the region’s traditions and community life.
Riverton Rendezvous
Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow
Lander’s International Climbers’ Festival
Gold Rush Days South Pass City Wyoming
Submit an Event
Hosting something soon? Share your event so others can see what’s happening in Wind River Country. From powwows and rodeos to markets and community gatherings, adding your event helps connect people across the region.
Plan an Event in Wind River Country
Planning an event in Wind River Country? Find venues, local partners and helpful details to support your plans. Whether it’s a festival, gathering or celebration, this is a place with the space and setting to bring it together.
Follow the Moments That Make Wind River Country
See Wind River Country as it happens, on the trail, in town and out on the land. Follow along for real moments from real people, and share your own journey by tagging @windrivercountry.
Road trips like these are worth every mile. ❤️
Footage: @bradytildeath
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Jul 8
Make plans to attend the Ethete Celebration Powwow, happening this week, July 9–12 at the Ethete Powwow Grounds. Experience the vibrant traditions, incredible dancing, drumming and welcoming community that make this annual celebration so special.
Schedule:
Thursday -7 p.m. warm up night, royalty contest and youth powwow
Friday -7 p.m. grand entry
Saturday – 1 p.m. grand entry
Saturday – 7 p.m. grand entry
Sunday – 10 a.m. parade
Sunday – 2 p.m. grand entry
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Jul 6
Happy Independence Day from Wind River Country!
Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen
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Jul 4
Soaking in the beauty of Jade Lake, one perfect view at a time.
📸: @jakeysforkphoto
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Jul 3
Escape to Wyoming.
Photo: Haley Ford
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Jul 2
📍South Pass City, Wyoming
While you can visit this historic gold mining town from the end of May – mid October, save the date for Gold Rush Days – July 11 & 12.
Photo: Wind River Country
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Jun 26
🏔️ Travel back to 1838 at the Mountain Man Rendezvous happening in Riverton, Wyoming.
Beginning tomorrow (6/26), immerse yourself in the traditions, skills and stories of the fur trade era.
📸 Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen
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Jun 25
There`s no place quite like old Wyo`.
Photo: Journal of Lost Time
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Jun 23
When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go.
Photo: Journal of Lost Time
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Jun 19
Ready to learn more about the wild horses of the West? The Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary – which is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation – has a visitor center with an interpretive display, and also offers guided tours.
Plan your trip at the link in our bio.
Photo: Melissa Hemkin
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Jun 17
This is what we like to call the perfect summer day in Wind River Country.
Photo: Wind River Country/Paula McCormick
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Jun 15
Combine history and modern-day culture at the Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow, June 19-21. Held in Fort Washakie, the event includes a parade, hand game tournament, drum contest, Indian rodeo and relay races and Grand Entries.
Find more information at the link in our bio.
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Jun 13