Treating yourself to a refreshing and scenic trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming is something travelers can count on being a worthwhile experience any time of year. However, with Easter right on the horizon, now is a great time to pair your promised Jackson Hole-focused fun with holiday festivities too. Whether you only have a few days to spare for Easter adventures in Jackson Hole, or you have an extended stay on the calendar, the following events and experiences are worth adding to your lineup when you’re looking to plan an Easter 2025 getaway to Jackson Hole.
Participate in a Local Easter Egg Hunt with the Entire Family
When your Easter 2025 getaway to Jackson Hole has has you traveling with little ones, you’ll want to make sure to make time for an egg hunt while you’re here. This year, the annual Jackson Hole egg hunt will once again be hosted on Town Square. Head this way on April 19 where the fun kicks off promptly at 10:00 am. You’ll want to make sure your kids have their Easter baskets well in hand so they can collect as many eggs as possible and follow it up with photos with the Easter Bunny himself. This is also a chance to grab some iconic family photos in front of Town Square’s four beloved elk antler arches so you can commemorate your Easter getaway for years to come.
Enjoy a Delicious Moment at Hayden’s Post This Easter
When cravings come calling, your Easter getaway to Jackson Hole is sure to be palate-pleasing. That’s because the team over at Hayden’s Post at Snow King Resort will once again be offering two Easter Sunday dining options on-site. Breakfast will be served up between 7:00 am and 11:00 am and the menu is likely to include fan-favorites like shrimp, crawfish, breakfast potatoes, and seafood omelets to name a few of many. This will be combined with their all-day special for Easter showcasing tasty selections like crispy Brussels sprouts, potatoes au gratin, and slow-roasted pork loin. Breakfast starts at $23 per person and all-day dining begins at $32 per person at Hayden’s Post which is located at 400 E. Snow King Avenue. Just be sure to make your reservations in advance to ensure room and availability for yourself and your traveling crew this Easter.
Attend the Exciting Pond Skim at Grand Targhee Resort
While Jackson Hole Mountain Resort will already be closed by Easter in 2025, Grand Targhee Resort isn’t slated to close for the season until Easter Day. That means that if you’re someone who loves time on the slopes, you’ll want to make sure to include the annual Pond Skim at Grand Targhee Resort on April 19 to your list when you’re in town this year. This is often considered one of the most prestigious alpine pond skims around, and it sees droves of skiers and riders attend each year with good reason. During the Easter Pond Skim, participants will ski, slide, skip, and even swim across the ice near the Targhee base area around noon in celebration of the spring season to come. There’s room to watch at the bottom of the course, so bundle up, bring your skis, and enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience during the Easter holiday in Jackson Hole.
Infuse Musical Fun into Your Easter Trip
Easter is a time of delicious dining, family fun, and quality time with those you love, but it can also be an immersive experience in music when you head to Jackson Hole to celebrate in 2025. While you’re here, head over to the Silver Dollar Showroom on Tuesdays starting at 7:00 pm to enjoy free Bluegrass performances by great local talent! If you want to pair music and dancing fun during your Easter getaway, both options are available at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar in town which hosts free dance lessons on Thursdays from 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm.
Explore Nature During Your Easter Adventure to Jackson Hole
In nearby Grand Teton National Park, April marks the month when sage grouse begin their annual spring courting rituals. That means if you’re heading this way over Easter, it’s the perfect time to book your spot on a ranger-led tour to see the ritual for yourself departing from the Craig Thomas Discovery Visitor Center on weekdays before sunrise. While there’s no cost to participate, you will need to make a reservation for this limited-time tour experience in advance.
Book Your Easter 2025 Jackson Hole Getaway in Style
Make time to enjoy an amazing Easter getaway in Jackson Hole this year and when you do, booking your vacation accommodations through Abode Jackson Hole means you can count on luxury, comfort, and exceptional style being a part of your trip as well. Reach out today to learn more about our impressive property options available and how we can help you make it a holiday away to remember in 2025.
From outdoor adventures to in-town thrills, Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a scenic place with something for everyone. When you’re not hiking and biking your way through nearby national parks, it’s just as easy to spend time strolling Town Square, visiting museums, or exploring local eateries in abundance. If your travels bring you this way in April, you’ll find there’s a lot to add to your itinerary. When you want to make the most of every moment, the following are some of the top April events in Jackson Hole to consider experiencing for yourself this time of year.
Participate in the Annual Jackson Hole Rendezvous Fest
From April 4 through April 5, 2025, locals and visitors alike will gather once again to enjoy the annual Rendezvous Fest in town. This inspiring two-day lifestyle and music festival is hosted at Jackson Hole Mount Resort and includes many activities on Town Square as well. Rendezvous Fest is packed with amazing free concerts for guests to attend with seating available on a first-come first-serve basis for those who don’t purchase a VIP ticket each evening.
On April 4, the fun kicks off on Town Square with performances by Charles Wesley Godwin, and DJ Blake at 5:00 pm followed by country vocalist Carter Faith. On April 5, The Avett Brothers will be headlining at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and their show will be followed by performances by Disko Cowboy and St. Paul & The Broken Bones. Whether you choose to attend one concert or make room for them all on your to-do list, you’re in for an entertaining treat this April in Jackson Hole.
Enjoy New Exhibits at the Jackson Hole History Museum
From April onward through July 2025, those who find themselves in Jackson Hole can take time to explore a special exhibit on-site at the Jackson Hole History Museum titled “Women Artists of the American West: Trailblazers at the Turn of the 20th Century.” Taking a moment to check out this incredible exhibit for yourself is a chance to step back in time in a space that spans 13,000 square feet of display space at 175 E. Broadway. Situated right on Town Square, the Jackson Hole History Museum is easy to access and a terrific place to admire chronologically organized exhibits that dive into the stories of the past here dating back 11,000 years. If you’re traveling to Jackson Hole this April with little ones in tow, this is a great stop to pair education and engaging fun thanks to the dedicated kids’ area and weekly hands-on history hours too. Admission to the museum is $12 for adults and $10 for students with those 5 and under enjoying time here at no cost. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm.
Enjoy Being There for Gate Opening Day at Yellowstone
While ski season in Jackson Hole begins to wind down this time of year with Jackson Hole Mountain Resort shuttering for the season on April 13 and Grand Targhee Resort closing for the season on April 20, Yellowstone National Park will alternatively be ready to open additional gates to visitors. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, which is easily within reach of Jackson Hole, opens back up to visitors for the season on the third Friday in April starting at 8:00 am. This means visitors who happen to be in the area will be first to book those exciting spring wildlife tours, hiking excursions and sightseeing adventures in good company well before summer crowds roll in once again.
Grab a Basket and Get Ready for Easter Fun
One of our most popular April events in Jackson Hole is Easter. With the entire family in tow and looking to infuse some holiday fun into the journey, participating in the annual Easter egg hunt on Town Square is a must. This year, the hunt is scheduled for April 19 and will kick off promptly at 10:00 am. In addition to time searching for those well-hidden eggs, little ones in your group can look forward to meet and greets as well as photos with the Easter bunny who will definitely be on-site.
Book Your April Events in Jackson Hole Today
Before you know it, spring will be here again in full swing making now the perfect time to turn those April travel plans to into reality and attend April Events in Jackson Hole. When you’re ready to experience the best this area has to offer this April, or any time of year, be sure to book your vacation accommodations through the team of property professionals at Abode Jackson Hole. Our luxurious property options are vast and varied, ensuring our guests not only book a stay near the places they can’t wait to explore, but make the most of an experience that comes complete with world-class amenities as well. Reach out today to learn more about our options and how we can help you plan a trip to Jackson Hole to remember this spring.
While snowfalls are common through May, the warmer days start to make themselves visible, making the spring a great time to be outdoors watching the wildlife wake up from the hibernating months. Enjoy the outdoors and its majestic mountains and forested trails. There are also great opportunities and events that can not be missed if you want to fully experience the famous wild west.
All events are subject to change to comply with state and county public health orders.
APRIL
The Jackson Hole Rendezvous Music Festival is a two-day event on April 1-2, 2022, spring lifestyle and music festival providing the most iconic backdrops imaginable for our legendary music acts: historic downtown Jackson Town Square and the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. General admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited-quantity VIP tickets are available for purchase.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort closing day is April 10th, 2022. Great bands entertain the crowds in this unforgettable, sunny slope side location under the Aerial Tram. Take your last run down the mountain of the season and enjoy free live music.
54th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Town Square is going to take place at 10 a.m. on April 16th, 2022. Costumed characters will be there, including the Easter Bunny greeting children who scramble for colorful eggs on the Square.
The Jackson Hole Farmers Market is a community event supporting local and regional farmers and food vendors. Taking place on April 18th, 2022 from 1 to 4 p.m., this time at the Lodge of Jackson Hole.
APRIL – PARKS ALERTS
Yellowstone National Park: Most park roads are closed to automobiles until mid-April. The road from the North Entrance at Gardiner, Montana, through the park to Cooke City, Montana, is open year-round. Click “more” to see the current status of park roads. Read more>>
Wildland fire danger: LOW
MAY
EcoFair has celebrated environmental stewardship and featured sustainability-oriented booths, live music, local food, demonstrations, kids’ activities, recycling education, and more for nearly 20 years. Come celebrate on May 14, 12-5PM.
Old West Days is Jackson’s beloved celebration of history and heritage, starting with the Elk Fest on May 21-22, 2022 and its world’s best collection of elk antler. Private antler sales start at 8 am for antler, paddles, horns and more from vendors around the nation. Then, the best antler collected from the National Elk Refuge are sold at public auction on the Town Square. On Sunday 22nd, the Old West competition for the coveted chili trophy that professionals and amateurs brag about all year, you will be able to sample chili and local brews by a free concert of local Bluegrass & Country bands on Town Square.
On May 29th, two-time GRAMMY winner Travis Tritt will headline The Million Dollar Music Fest presented by The Cowboy Bar, as the third-year festival makes its triumphant return to the historic Jackson Hole Town Square. Country music super trio, Runaway June and gritty Southern rockers, The Desert City Ramblers will join the third annual Million Dollar Music Fest in support.
The Old West Brewfest is a celebration of an age-old craft. Breweries from around the mountain west region gather on the Jackson Hole Town Square to compete for the Golden Boot, a people’s choice award. Free, live music will be rockin’ on Town Square during this event, and family entertainment will be available all day on May 28, 2022.
MAY – PARKS ALERTS
Grand Teton National Park: Construction will take place beginning in 2022. The southern portion of the road from the Granite Canyon Entrance to the Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve will be closed in 2022 except on weekends (7 pm Friday to 7 am Monday) from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Granite Canyon Trailhead will be closed to all access during 2022. For more information check the Moose-Wilson Road Construction page.
Yellowstone National Park: East Entrance to Lake Village (Sylvan Pass), Canyon Village to Lake Village opens on May 6. Between Cooke City, MT, on US-212 to Chief Joseph Scenic Byway (WY-296)* opens on May 11. South Entrance to West Thumb, Lake Village to West Thumb, West Thumb to Old Faithful (Craig Pass), Tower Junction to Tower Fall opens on May 13, and Tower Fall to Canyon Junction (Dunraven Pass), Beartooth Highway (US-212)* opens on May 27.
*Check the road construction page to learn more about major projects that will cause delays and closures in 2022.
JACKSON HOLE SUMMER EVENTS
JUNE
The Art Fair is a quintessential Jackson Hole summer event featuring professional local and national artists selling fine art and craft including ceramics, paintings, furniture, photography, and much more. June 17-19 at the Center for the Arts Lawn.
Food & Wine Sumer Festival offers on Jun 23-25, 2022 a variety of flavors and experiences unique to Jackson Hole. Join us this June to interact and dine with a broad culinary community of local and guest chefs, winemakers, cocktail and beer experts and much more.
The Cody Peak 50K, Cirque 30K, and Wild 15K events take place on June 25-26. Race through the high alpine of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, home to world-class trail running in the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
One of Teton’s Village most popular shows are back with their unique blend of fine art, and one of a kind antiques, providing something for everyone at Art & Antique Show. With award winning artists, and nationally acclaimed antique dealers, MC Presents has something for everyone. Starting on June 24, 25, 26 and more to see through the summer.
JULY
The Grand Teton Music Festival’s 61st season will be held from July 3-August 27, 2022. Join us for eight weeks of performances under the leadership of Music Director Sir Donald Runnicles. A beloved GTMF tradition, Patriotic Pops pairs fireworks and pops music for an Independence Day to remember! Vocalist Capathia Jenkins returns to perform at this family-friendly event.
The 66th Annual Teton County Fair invites you on July 23-31. Experience an exceptional fair while learning Jackson’s western heritage, uniting urban and rural communities in celebration.
Enjoy great Jackson Hole summer events and make sure to check out our vacation rentals!