June Events & Things to Do in Casper
Casper comes alive with things to do in June. From the arrival of College National Finals Rodeo to outdoor festivals and exploring the outdoors, let’s take a look at what to experience this June in the Cowboy State.
Things to Do in June
Take a fishing excursion. Cast a line along the North Platte River for world-class fishing as more than 2,200 fish per mile make their way along the waterways.
Enjoy a hike. Lace up your boots for a hike to admire the views from Independence Rock, and take advantage of multi-use trails on Casper Mountain.
Go for a bike ride. Get in on the emerging mountain biking scene in Casper for adrenaline-pumping thrills, or pedal along paved paths for a more relaxing ride.
Discover new music. Casper’s breweries and distilleries have a rotation of local performers, where you can jam out to incredible live music.
Visit a museum. Explore Casper’s 12 museums, where you can dive into history, art, and science. These spots are all kid-friendly, so it’s a perfect opportunity for a family fun day!
Tour Downtown Casper. Take a walking tour of Casper’s historic downtown and discover the city’s past, present, and future with historic spots, delicious restaurants, and plenty of attractions to enjoy!
Notable June Events in Casper
On June 2, lace up for the Visit Casper Marathon and “run with the herd.” Choose from the 10k, half marathon, full marathon relay, and full marathon, or join the fun as a spectator cheering runners to victory. The starting line and festivities take place at Ford Wyoming Center.
Casper’s annual First Thursdays kicks off on June 6 as the streets come alive with community and creativity. Held the first Thursday of the month from June through September, enjoy dining and shopping downtown as shops and restaurants have extended hours.
Celebrate the LGBTQI community at Casper PRIDE this June 6-9, 2024. This weeklong celebration recognizes the LGBTQI community and advocates with gatherings, an outdoor festival, drag shows, and more. The free United in PRIDE festival on June 8 at David Street Station has live entertainment, vendors, and food trucks supporting equality and individualism in Wyoming.
In 2024, Casper celebrates its 25th year of hosting the College National Finals Rodeo June 9-15 at the Ford Wyoming Center. Join the excitement as 400+ collegiate athletes from across the country compete in bareback riding, barrel racing, team roping, and more to be crowned the next national champion.
Kick off rodeo week at the Western Fest in downtown Casper at David Street Station on Sunday, June 9. Experience western vendors, local food trucks, carriage and pony rides, line dancing lessons, rodeo-themed activities, and a movie — 8 Seconds — telling the story of rodeo legend, Lane Frost.
Art lovers won’t want to miss the annual June events surrounding NIC Fest, presented by the Nicolaysen Art Museum, which is Casper’s longest-running downtown festival celebrating the arts. Taking place June 14-16, purchase works of art from local and regional artists, with vendors selling their art in a community market setting. This free festival also features live entertainment and performances celebrating the area’s thriving art community.
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