CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The following is a list of events going on in Wyoming’s capital city this weekend. This list focuses on curating local events that are free, family-friendly and community-based. Some listings may be seasonal and require an entrance fee or ticket. Weekly recurring events in the community are typically not included in this list. To view more articles detailing upcoming events in Cheyenne, click here.
Event descriptions and details are taken from various community sources, including Facebook event listings, Eventbrite, Visit Cheyenne and local organizations webpages. Summaries are edited for formatting and clarity.
Saturday
Toys for Tots 4th Annual Craft Fair
Where: 3839 E. Lincolnway
When: 9 a.m.
Come out to the Lincolnway Building on Lincolnway & Ridge and drop off a gift for Toys for Tots. You can also stop by Rocket Snacks to see what they have for Christmas gifts!
Holiday Photos
Where: Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come get holiday photos from a professional photographer! Each group will receive two digital images that will be emailed by early December. Free of charge.
RSVP required — one per group. Swing by the third-floor’s Ask Here desk or call 307-634-3561 to reserve a time slot!
ZIA Christmas Ornament
Where: Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lions Park Drive
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Our six-sided ornament is the perfect canvas for adding beautiful tangles. Join me as we get our holiday spirit on! Basic materials will be provided along with instructions for the tangles you’ll use to decorate your ornament. Feel free to bring your favorite drawing and coloring tools to add to your creations.
To sign up, click here.
Family Craft Placemats
Where: Flydragon Design Art Studio, 600 W. 17th St.
When: Noon
What a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table! These placemats will bring the family memories back for years to come!
Each participant will paint a woven place mat. Cost to enter is $15 for one participant.
Parents are required to stay on site during the event. Seats are limited. To sign up, click here.
Poetry Open Mic
Where: The Hawthorn Tree, 112 E. 17th St.
When: 1–3 p.m.
Join us for a poetry open mic. Each poet gets five minutes to read, but occasionally go two rounds, so bring extra poems. Arrive five minutes early to sign up.
Tree Equity: What’s It All About
Where: Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
When: 1–3 p.m.
How does planting a tree in Cheyenne help the economy? What, if any, are the benefits to our community when a tree canopy is well managed? Please join us for an informative program by Rooted in Cheyenne that will answer these questions and more about our tree canopy and how you can get involved. Located in the Cottonwood Room.
Tween & Teen Cooking: Thanksgiving!
Where: Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
When: 2–3 p.m.
Come and learn how to prepare some Thanksgiving sides to be grateful for this Thanksgiving! We will be learning some easy, no-bake recipes to share with your loved ones this holiday season! Spots are limited, so sign here.
‘The Velveteen Rabbit’
Where: Mary Godfrey Playhouse, 2706 E. Pershing Blvd.
When: 7:30 p.m.
“The Velveteen Rabbit” provides young audiences with comedy, pathos, adventure and a final triumph for the hero, who learns that love makes all things real.
Written as a “memory play,” “The Velveteen Rabbit” is an emotional journey through time, as told through the eyes of a young man looking back on his childhood. By reliving the relationship between his 4-year-old self and his favorite toy, the velveteen rabbit, he rediscovers the true meaning of friendship.
The production is adapted by James Still from the classic story by Margery Williams. Director is Diane Edgar.
To purchase your ticket, click here.
The Black Jacket Symphony: Elton John
Where: Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 W. 20th St.
When: 8–10 p.m.
The Black Jacket Symphony presents Elton John!
Sunday
LCCC Music Concert: “Honoring Our Veterans”
Where: 1400 E. College Drive
When: 3–4 p.m.
Featuring the Cheyenne Brass Band and the LCCC Wind Ensemble. Located in the Surbrugg/Prentice Auditorium at LCCC. Free and open to the public.
