Annual Events
Annual Traditions Across Wind River Country
Wind River Country’s annual events reflect the region’s traditions, seasons and community life. From rodeos and powwows to live music, festivals and family-friendly gatherings, these events offer a way to spend time in the region and connect with local culture. Watch rodeo riders, listen to drum groups or join a community celebration. Browse the listings below and start planning your visit around what’s happening.
Annual Events
1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous
Lander Brewfest
Riverton Rendezvous
Native American Powwows
2025 Summer Events in Wind River Country
Celebrating 29 Years of Wind River Flywheelers Antique Engine and Tractor Show
Celebrate the 4th of July Weekend in Wind River Country
Lander’s International Climbers’ Festival
Gold Rush Days South Pass City Wyoming
Day of the Cowboy
Events This Weekend
Just passing through? You might want to stay. Original moments are happening all weekend long in Wind River Country.
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Browse events happening across Wind River Country, from outdoor activities and rodeos to cultural gatherings and live music.
Explore the full calendar to find something that fits your plans and timing.
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Ready to venture to Wind River Country this fall?
Check out our ranches, cabins, lodges and more at the link in our bio.
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Jul 29
Consider this a postcard from our backyard. ❤️
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Jul 28
If you`re ready to experience touchable history, venture to South Pass City and try your hand at gold panning.
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Jul 27
Sunny summer days are the best days.
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Jul 24
Have you seen a jackalope?
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Jul 22
We love to chase waterfalls around Wyoming.
Photo: Scott Copeland
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Jul 20
Cheers to the weekend! Tell us: where is your favorite place to grab a cold beverage?
Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country
Location: The Rock Shop Inn
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Jul 17
Mountain biking, road biking, fishing and hiking. Wind River Country is an outdoor lover`s paradise.
Start planning your trip at the link in our bio.
Photo: Bob Wick
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Jul 15
The perfect Wyoming day: hiking and viewing petroglyphs.
Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country
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Jul 14
Welcome to Wyoming, a place where badlands and mountains collide.
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Jul 10
Road trips like these are worth every mile. ❤️
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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