Rodeo, food, and plenty of outside time are in store for this weekend. Watch rodeo performances, and livestock shows, peruse various markets, and even an art show in the mountains. 

Friday, June 30

Gem City Showdown 

The 3rd Annual Livestock Show hosted by the Albany County Fairgrounds Alumni Association will happen all weekend. The main event is Saturday night, but happenings will begin Friday.

  • When: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Where: Fairgrounds
  • Cost: Free; vendors available
  • Additional Information: for the full Gem City Showdown schedule, see their Facebook post here

Farmers' Market

Laramie's best outdoor market begins today. Over 100 booths of food, fun, and Information; bring the family and meander the Depot lot to see the unique culinary creations and goods our area creators have to offer. 

  • When: 3-7 p.m.
  • Where: Depot Parking Lot
  • Cost: Free; vendors available. SNAP accepted.
  • Additional Information: Read more about the Laramie Farmers' Market here. 

Saturday, July 1

Summer Market 

Crafters, retailers, food, and live music at the Summer Market during the Gem City Showdown.

  • When: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Where: Fairgrounds
  • Cost: Free; vendors there
  • Additional Information: See their Facebook post here. 

Kids Horse Show

The Shirley Lilley Kids Horse Show has been a Jubilee gem since the ’70s. This free event showcases horse-showing abilities, starting at a very young age. 

Gem City Showdown 

The 3rd Annual Livestock Show hosted by the Albany County Fairgrounds Alumni Association will happen all weekend. The main event is Saturday night, but happenings will begin Friday.

  • When: 8 a.m. - TBD evening event
  • Where: Fairgrounds
  • Cost: Free; vendors available
  • Additional Information: for the full Gem City Showdown schedule, see their Facebook post here

Valley Art Show 

The 42nd Annual Centennial Summer Art Show and Sale is this weekend, with proceeds benefiting the Nici Self Historical Museum. Over 20 local and regional artists will be featured. 

  • When: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Where: Nici Self Museum, 2734 Hwy 130, Centennial WY
  • Cost: Free; art available for purchase
  • Additional Information: Visit their website here for more artist information. 

Sunday, July 2

Ranch Rodeo 

Bring the family for some ranch rodeo fun, where the best of the best hands demonstrate their ranching skills. 

  • When: 10 a.m.
  • Where: Fairgrounds
  • Cost: Free
  • Additional Information: For registration information, visit the Jubilee Days page here

Gem City Showdown 

The 3rd Annual Livestock Show hosted by the Albany County Fairgrounds Alumni Association will happen all weekend. The main event is Saturday night, but happenings will begin Friday.

  • When: 8 a.m. 
  • Where: Fairgrounds
  • Cost: Free; vendors available
  • Additional Information: for the full Gem City Showdown schedule, see their Facebook post here.

Valley Art Show 

The 42nd Annual Centennial Summer Art Show and Sale is this weekend, with proceeds benefiting the Nici Self Historical Museum. Over 20 local and regional artists will be featured. 

  • When: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Where: Nici Self Museum, 2734 Hwy 130, Centennial WY
  • Cost: Free; art available for purchase
  • Additional Information: Visit their website here for more artist information. 

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