Fall 2023 Events:

Season-long Events

Ketchum Farmer's Market: June 14 - October 11, 2023
The Wood River Farmers Markets offer seasonally available and locally grown fruits and vegetables, organic and grass-fed meats, artisan pies, and other baked goods, honey, specialty products including jams and fermented foods, plant starts for your garden, jewelry, crafts, fresh-cut flowers, and much more! The Ketchum farmers market operates every Wednesday afternoon in Forest Service Park from 12-4pm. Learn More

September

9/1: SVGA Gallery Walk
Each year SVGA hosts nine gallery walks (exhibition openings for all SVGA galleries), which are eagerly anticipated and free to the public.  Locals and visitors alike take in thought-provoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists. Learn More »

Labor Day Weekend: Wagon Days
In 1958, a few hundred spectators attended what would grow to become one of the largest non-motorized parades in the Pacific Northwest - The Wagon Days Big Hitch Parade! Today, over fifteen thousand people flock to Ketchum to watch this historical parade and celebrate the western heritage it represents. The parade features buggies, carriages and wagons, with the grand finale being the Lewis Ore Wagons and the Big Hitch. Learn More »

9/7-9: Ernest Hemingway Seminar
Literature, lectures, discussions, food, and fellowship. Each year, the Ernest Hemingway Seminar focuses on a particular text or theme and literary and historical context. Learn More »

9/14-17: Sawtooth Writing Retreat presented by the Hemingway Center
Idaho has inspired some of history’s greatest writers. And an upcoming writing retreat in Central Idaho’s Dark Skies Reserve, featuring stargazing, hiking, fishing and face-time with bestselling authors, is bound to influence a new generation of creativity. Learn More »

9/15+16: Oktoberfest!
Get Your German on, Idaho Style at Sawtooth Brewery's 11th Annual Ketchum Oktoberfest! Join us at Sun Valley's Festival Meadows for Beer, Food, Music, and Games! Learn More »

October

10/4-8: Trailing of the Sheep – 27th Anniversary!
Trailing of the Sheep has been named in the Top Ten Fall Festivals in the World, Top 200 Best U.S. Festivals and the Top 100 Festivals in N. America. In 2013, USA Today named it One of the Top Ten Fall Festivals in America. It is also the recipient of the Governor's Award for Cultural Heritage. Learn More »

10/18-22: Sun Valley Jazz and Music Festival
Five days. Forty Bands. One Million Smiles! Attendees from all fifty states, every Canadian province, and several foreign countries gather each October to celebrate live performances of America's music. Learn More »

10/31: Hailey Halloween Hoopla
Main Street in Hailey becomes hallowed ground for trick or treaters during the annual Hailey Halloween Hoopla, sponsored by the Chamber – Hailey & Wood River Valley and supported by local area merchants. Learn More»

Looking for even more local event information? The Visit Sun Valley Community Calendar has it all:

Winter 2022/2023 Events:

Winterlong Events

Trivia at the Public House - Tuesdays (beginning October 5th)
Trivia Returns to Sawtooth Brewery Public House! Games will be held in Ketchum every Tuesday. Game begins at 7:00pm with tabs to the winner! Learn More»

Sun Valley Culinary Institute Tours - Thursdays
The Sun Valley Culinary Institute is pleased to offer free tours, open to the general public, every Thursday at 10am. Come see why we have become one of the most important and entertaining sites to visit in the Wood River Valley. As a full time location for both student culinary classes year round and personalized classes for the general public, SVCI is proud to open our doors and welcome visitors with coffee and donuts. Learn More»

Full Moon Dinners at Galena Lodge 
Enjoy a gourmet feast at Galena Lodge during a full moon. Don’t forget to bring your snowshoes or skis (or you can rent them at the lodge) and head out for a moonlight adventure on the trails around the lodge. Learn More»

New Moon Dinners at Galena Lodge 
Enjoy a catered “farm to greenhouse” meal with wine, outdoor fire pits, hosted “snow bar” and telescopes for night sky viewing with local astronomers & experts. Learn More»

November

11/4: TGR Film • Magic Hour
Teton Gravity Research presents its latest action-packed ski and snowboard film: MAGIC HOUR. Learn More»

11/6: Wood River Orchestra Fall Concert
Please join the musicians of Wood River Orchestra for their annual fall concert. Free. Learn More»

11/12: Pray for Snow Party
Join us in celebrating the start of the 2022-23 winter season and appeasing the snow-gods. Bust out the vintage costumes, good vibes, and dance the snow into existence! Bring healthy dried goods (such as soup, pasta, canned tuna, dry beans, and dry lentils) to donate to the Hunger Coalition and get free raffle tickets for some awesome Sun Valley prizes. Learn More»

11/17-19: Warren Miller’s Daymaker Screenings
Kick off winter with Warren Miller’s 73rd annual film, Daymaker at the Sun Valley Opera House. Free your mind and leave it all behind as we rewrite the rules of adaptive backcountry riding, hit winter’s biggest party, and surprise a superfan. Featuring Karl Fostvedt, Michelle Parker, Katie Burrell, and more. Learn More»

11/22: Dark Sky Dinner @ Sawtooth Botanical Garden
Enjoy the Sawtooth Botanical Garden in winter on the darkest nights of the year! Dark Sky Dinner events feature a “farm to greenhouse” catered meal with wine for 40 people in our heated greenhouse, a “snow bar” and warming fire pits outside the greenhouse, and night sky viewing telescopes outside on the darker, north side of the Visitor Center.  Prepare to bundle up! Learn More»

11/24: Bald Mountain Opening Day
Join us at River Run as we kick off the 2022-2023 winter season with Sunny the Bear, a DJ spinning the tunes, hot cocoa, ceremonial toasts, and more. Get there early- we have surprises in store for guests and for the first chair on the River Run chairlift and the gondola. Learn More»

11/25: Turkey Trot
One of the most popular holiday traditions in the Wood River Valley is the 19th annual Turkey Trot held on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 24.  The 5K Fun Run and Walk, sponsored by The Chamber – Hailey & Wood River Valley, is a great community event and is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike. Learn More»

11/25+26: Artists’ Studio Tour of the Wood River Valley
Twenty artists from all over the Wood River Valley will open their studios on Friday November 25 and Saturday November 26 from 11am to 5pm each day. This tour is free and open to everyone. The pace will be leisurely, with time for visitors to discuss techniques and inspiration with the artists themselves and perhaps choose a special piece with a meaningful story behind it. Learn More»

December

12/3-4: The Papoose Club Annual Holiday Bazaar
The Papoose Club Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on the first full weekend of December at the Hemingway Elementary School in Ketchum. The Holiday Bazaar is a juried arts show that features wonderful hand-made gifts from more than 50 artists from across the Intermountain West. Learn More »

12/3: 6th Annual Homegrown Film Festival
Produced by F11 Films, Homegrown Film Festival is a celebration of the cinematic and athletic achievement of people who call this place home. The festival showcases the work of our celebrities and professionals, while also giving a platform to local youth and up-and-comers – and it does so in support of our local avalanche center. Learn More »

12/10: Winter Wonderland Festival
Festivities abound this holiday season with a variety of activities for the whole family around the Sun Valley Village. Throughout the season, join us for the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Open Air Holiday Market, performances by the Sun Valley Carolers, Santa sightings, ice carving demonstrations, gingerbread houses and the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade and fireworks. Learn More »

12/17: Sun Valley Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
Sun Valley's annual tree lighting ceremony will be held near the Duck Pond in the Village on Saturday the 17th. Music begins at 5:30pm with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies, and a cash bar. Lights will go on at 6 p.m. sharp! Learn More »

12/11: Wood River Orchestra Holiday Concert
Join the Wood River Orchestra for its free annual holiday concert! Learn More»

12/21: Dark Sky Dinner @ Sawtooth Botanical Garden
Enjoy the Sawtooth Botanical Garden in winter on the darkest nights of the year! Dark Sky Dinner events feature a “farm to greenhouse” catered meal with wine for 40 people in our heated greenhouse, a “snow bar” and warming fire pits outside the greenhouse, and night sky viewing telescopes outside on the darker, north side of the Visitor Center.  Prepare to bundle up! Learn More»

12/24: Christmas Eve Ice Show
The beloved Christmas Eve Ice Show makes its triumphant return this year! This will be a ticketed event with all proceeds benefitting local nonprofits. Stick around after the show to catch our torchlight parade and fireworks on Dollar Mountain! Learn More »

12/24: Christmas Eve Fireworks & Torchlight Parade
The Annual Christmas Eve fireworks show and torchlight parade on Dollar Mountain is a not-to-miss Sun Valley tradition that lights up the night sky! Learn More »

12/30: Gallery Walk
Each year SVGA hosts multiple gallery walks (exhibition openings for all SVGA galleries), which are eagerly anticipated and free to the public. Locals and visitors alike take in thought-provoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists. Learn More»

12/31: New Year’s Eve Night Skiing on Dollar Mountain
Ring in the New Year with night skiing and riding on Dollar Mountain! Quarter Dollar lift and Poverty Flats will be lit up from 6pm-9pm, so hit the slopes to enjoy some nighttime turns and music under the stars, followed by the classic New Year's Eve fireworks show, which starts at 9pm sharp. Learn More »

12/31: New Year's Eve Fireworks
It's not New Year's Eve without a fireworks show! Point your eyes towards Dollar Mountain at 9pm on New Year's Eve to watch us light up the sky with a fireworks show you and your family won't soon forget. Learn More »

January

1/21: Dark Sky Dinner @ Sawtooth Botanical Garden
Enjoy the Sawtooth Botanical Garden in winter on the darkest nights of the year! Dark Sky Dinner events feature a “farm to greenhouse” catered meal with wine for 40 people in our heated greenhouse, a “snow bar” and warming fire pits outside the greenhouse, and night sky viewing telescopes outside on the darker, north side of the Visitor Center.  Prepare to bundle up! Learn More»

February

2/4: Zions Bank Boulder Mountain Tour
The 50th annual Zions Bank Boulder Mountain Tour will take place in Ketchum, Idaho, on its traditional day, the first Saturday in February, falling in 2023 on February 4.The premier cross country race in the Western United States, the Tour is staged on the historic Harriman Trail located in the pristine Sawtooth National Forest Area. Race distances are 34 kilometers, the Full Boulder, and 15 kilometers, the Charley Course Half Boulder. Learn More»

2/17: Gallery Walk
Each year SVGA hosts multiple gallery walks (exhibition openings for all SVGA galleries), which are eagerly anticipated and free to the public. Locals and visitors alike take in thought-provoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists. Learn More»

2/20: Dark Sky Dinner @ Sawtooth Botanical Garden
Enjoy the Sawtooth Botanical Garden in winter on the darkest nights of the year! Dark Sky Dinner events feature a “farm to greenhouse” catered meal with wine for 40 people in our heated greenhouse, a “snow bar” and warming fire pits outside the greenhouse, and night sky viewing telescopes outside on the darker, north side of the Visitor Center.  Prepare to bundle up! Learn More»

2/25: BCRD Ski Free Day
BCRD welcomes the community to enjoy free Nordic skiing and snowshoeing on all BCRD winter trails. The 32-kilometer multi-use Wood River Trail, which runs from Ketchum to Bellevue, is always free. The Wood River Trail is groomed every other day and is open to skiers, walkers, dogs, and fat-bikes. Learn More»

Looking for even more local event information? The Visit Sun Valley Community Calendar has it all!

Spring 2023 Events:

March 

3/4: The Dollar Holler
Come out and kick-off spring at Dollar Mountain with a fun Rail Jam comp, followed by a high-energy Big Air exhibition from our valley’s best tricksters. Live music by DJN8 and party-rockin’ DJ duo SkiiTour out of Canada will be spinning the beats and keeping the vibes high throughout the evening. Learn More»

3/8: International Women’s Day
Kick off International Women’s Day at Sun Valley with a celebration of inclusivity and women in the outdoors! Festivities will begin at 10am with “A Lap for the Ladies.” Meet at top of Baldy to join in a fun rally cry and photo op before cruising down College! Not interested in going all the way to the top? Higher Ground will lead a lower mountain group from the top of Lower River Run at 10:15am. Costumes are encouraged! Learn More»

3/10: Gallery Walk
Each year SVGA hosts multiple gallery walks (exhibition openings for all SVGA galleries), which are eagerly anticipated and free to the public. Locals and visitors alike take in thought-provoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists. Gallery Walks take place from 5 – 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. Learn More»

3/15-17: Sun Valley Music Festival Winter Season
The Sun Valley Music Festival presents its fifth Winter Season at the Argyros Performing Arts Center from March 15-17, 2023. The program will feature Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, one of the most popular works in all classical music, in an arrangement for 21 brass and percussion musicians that captures the power and emotion of the original. Music Director Alasdair Neale will conduct the performances, which will also feature a series of short works showcasing the beauty and range of various instruments in the brass and percussion sections. Learn More»

3/22: BCRD Ski Free Day
BCRD welcomes the community to enjoy free Nordic skiing and snowshoeing on all BCRD winter trails. The 32-kilometer multi-use Wood River Trail, which runs from Ketchum to Bellevue, is always free. The Wood River Trail is groomed every other day and is open to skiers, walkers, dogs, and fat-bikes. Learn More»

3/26: Dollar Days Pond Skim
Don’t miss the “Cold Bowl Pond Skim” on Dollar’s final day. Participants will try to make it across the pond on their skis or snowboard – in full costume! The crazier, the better. Learn More»

3/29-4/2: Sun Valley Film Festival
Returning for its 12th year, SVFF kicks off another five days of Films, Coffee Talks, Parties and more. Since 2012 the Sun Valley Film Festival has invited fans and filmmakers to America’s first ski resort to celebrate the magic of storytelling. The year-round Sun Valley Film Initiative develops professionals and illuminates the process of filmmaking, propelling emerging voices with grants and education. Every spring the Festival celebrates with a slate of cutting-edge films and TV premieres, industry panels, engaging Coffee Talks with entertainment luminaries, a Screenwriters Lab led by award-winning writers, and a series of parties culminating with the spectacular SVFF Awards Bash. Learn More»

3/30-4/1: 24th Annual Janss Pro-Am Classic
The ‘greatest party on snow’ will return yet again in its 24th iteration for 2023! Learn More»

April 

4/2: Galena Ride, Stride, Glide Winter Triathlon
Dust off your mountain bike, find your running shoes, and grab your skis! This fun, relay-style race is held on the Nordic trails (9 km bike, 4.4 km run, 9 km ski). Participate as a team or go solo. Costumes strongly encouraged. Learn More »

4/2-5: 2023 U.S. Alpine Championships
Sun Valley will welcome both men and women competing in slalom, giant slalom and super-G events. Learn More »

4/7: Sun Valley Village Easter Egg Hunt
Bring the kids to Sun Valley Village for the annual Easter Egg Hunt! Learn More »

4/8: Baldy Bash
Celebrate the final weekend of skiing on Bald Mountain in full spring style at the base of Warm Springs for the annual “Baldy Bash” street party! Live music, costumes, outdoor fun and and great spring skiing! Learn More »

4/16: Wood River Orchestra Spring 2023 Concert
Join the Wood River Orchestra for its annual Spring concert. Free. Learn More »

Looking for even more local event information? The Visit Sun Valley Community Calendar has it all!