What’s Happening This Weekend in Cheyenne (+ 4th of July Events!)
Can you believe it? June has come and gone in what seems like a hot minute! July starts tomorrow, and before we know it, Frontier Days tourists will be lining the streets of Downtown Cheyenne. I guess that means we locals should get out and enjoy the city's offerings before the craziness starts.
It's a good thing there's plenty to do around town this weekend. Check out everything Cheyenne offers this 4th of July weekend - plus all the fun on Independence Day!
Friday, June 30
Capital City Whiskey Tasting
Sample locally-brewed libations at the Blue Federal Credit Union World Headquarters.
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: 2401 East Pershing Blvd.
- Cost: $50
- Additional Info: Click here.
Cheyenne Gunslingers
Catch some good old-fashioned Western gunfights featuring outlaws, sheriffs, and cowboys.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: W 15th @ Pioneer Ave.
- Cost: FREE
- Additional Info: Click here.
Chris Murray @ Blue Raven Brewery
Live music and delicious brews at Blue Raven.
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: 209 E. 18th St.
- Cost: FREE music. Drinks vary.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Swayze @ Fridays on the Plaza
- When: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Cheyenne Depot Plaza (121 W. 15th St.)
- Cost: FREE
- Additional Info: Click here.
Hell on Wheels Rodeo @ Laramie County Fair Complex
Catch rodeo action and enjoy a Chuckwagon dinner at the Laramie County Fair Complex!
- When: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
- Where: 3801 Archery Pkwy.
- Cost: $25-75
- Additional Info: Click here.
Movie Night @ Catz n Connections
Cuddling with cats and watching a cat-themed movie - is there anything better?
- When: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
- Where: 615 W. 20th St.
- Cost: $10
- Additional Info: Click here.
Friday Night Jazz @ Little America
Enjoy smooth jazz from the Jazztet at Little America's Hathaway Lounge.
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Hathaway's Lounge (2800 W. Lincolnway)
- Cost: Varies based on drink orders—two drink minimum.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Live Music & Dancing at the Bunkhouse
Dance and jam at the Bunkhouse.
- When: 7 to 11 p.m.
- Where: Bunkhouse Bar and Grill (1064 Happy Jack Rd)
- Cost: FREE to dance. Food and beverages vary.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Kit Schicker @ the Outlaw
Live music at the legendary Outlaw Saloon!
- When: 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
- Where: 312 S. Greeley Hwy.
- Cost: $5 cover charge.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Saturday, July 1
Firecracker 5K
Deck out in patriotic running gear and get ready to RACE, all while raising money for Needs Inc.!
- When: 8 to 10 a.m.
- Where: Starts at the Cheyenne Depot - 121 W. 15th St.
- Cost: $35-$45
- Additional Info: Click here.
Cheyenne Summer Market
Shop local fruits, veggies, baked goods, and products at your local market!
- When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: 224 E. Iowa Street
- Cost: Varies.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Tanabata Festival @ the Library
Celebrate the Japanese star festival, 'Tanabata,' at the Laramie County Library! Learn about the festival, enjoy crafts, and more.
- When: 2 to 3 p.m.
- Where: 2200 Pioneer Ave.
- Cost: FREE
- Additional Info: Click here.
America's Got Talent: Kayden & Brooklyn Rockett
Get 'wow'ed by kid magicians Kayden and Brooklyn, who have impressed audiences since their 2016 stint on 'AGT.'
- When: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
- Where: 1400 E. College Dr.
- Cost: $19.99 & up. 3 & under, in lap, free
- Additional Info: Click here.
Wiley Roots BBQ and Brewing @ Railspur
Delicious BBQ, beer, and music at Railspur.
- When: 12 to 6 p.m.
- Where: 707 W. Lincolnway
- Cost: Varies.
- Additional Info: Click here.
BBQ on the Patio @ Little America
- When: 5 to 9 p.m.
- Where: 2800 W. Lincolnway
- Cost: Varies.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Kit Schicker @ the Outlaw
Live music at the legendary Outlaw Saloon!
- When: 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
- Where: 312 S. Greeley Hwy.
- Cost: $5 cover charge.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Sunday, July 2
Meditation Class @ the Hawthorn Tree
Meditate and prepare your mind and body for the week ahead!
- When: 2 to 3 p.m.
- Where: 112 E. 17th St.
- Cost: $22
- Additional Info: Click here.
Sounds of Liberty Concert @ Lions Park
Let freedom ring (literally!) at Lion's Park! Settle in for a concert performed by The U.S. Air Force Academy Band as they perform 'The Sounds of Liberty' at the amphitheater.
- When: 2 p.m.
- Where: 4639 Lions Park Dr.
- Cost: FREE
- Additional Info: Click here.
Kit Schicker @ the Outlaw
Live music at the legendary Outlaw Saloon!
- When: 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
- Where: 312 S. Greeley Hwy.
- Cost: $5 cover charge.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Tuesday, July 4
Happy Birthday to the USA!!!
Cheyenne 4th of July Celebration
Fireworks will light up the Cheyenne sky, visible across the entire city! Head to your backyard, a park, or one of the city's suggested viewing points (click here for ideas) to catch the breathtaking show!
- When: 9:35 p.m.
- Where: The Whole City of Cheyenne
- Cost: FREE
- Additional Info: Click here.
Fourth of July Party @ Pine Bluffs Distilling
Celebrate America's birthday on Pine Bluff's Distilling's lawn. Enjoy the distillery's cocktails and some pizza, and, of course, stay for the fireworks put on by the town of Pine Bluffs.
- When: 5 to 9:30 p.m.
- Where: 322 North Beech Street
Pine Bluffs, WY - Cost: Varies - fireworks free to watch.
- Additional Info: Click here.
Find fun events like these and more at cheyenne.org!