Though it may be cold outside, Casper’s winter events calendar is on fire! There’s always something exciting happening in our beautiful city, and winter is no exception. Read on and discover an abundance of fun things to do in the winter in Casper!
Downtown Christmas Parade
For any regular attendees, the Downtown Christmas Parade will look a little bit different this year as for the first time, it will fall on the first weekend in December Saturday the 7th. So plan accordingly, because Casper's Christmas Parade is a true spectacle that puts our communities Christmas spirit on full display. Cheer on your favorite parade floats, wave hello to Santa, and make sure to grab a hot chocolate from your favorite local coffee shop!
Live Music
Casper’s concert schedule never goes into hibernation. Catch an eclectic lineup of award-winning artists all across town, all winter long. Standout shows include Christmas Around The World by the Montreal Guitar Trio at The Lyric on December 15, 2024, and the gritty alt/folk sounds of Pleasure People at Frontier Brewing on February 15, 2025. Catch the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Ramkota Hotel on February 23, 2025, and the jaunty jazz stylings of the Jeff Troxel Trio, who’ll be performing at The Lyric on January 24, 2025.
Kinser Jazz Festival
For 57 years, the Casper College Kinser Jazz Festival has provided performance opportunities and jazz education to jazz ensembles from all across Wyoming! This February 3-5, 2025, don’t miss your chance to see the jazz legends of tomorrow right here in Casper! Tickets start as low as $10.
A Sherlock Carol
Throughout December 2024, catch A Sherlock Carol, a Dickens of a Christmas mystery, at Stage III Community Theatre. This highly theatrical holiday production is perfect for all ages, features six talented actors, and runs from December 6 to 22!
Winter Roundup Convention and Trade Show
Do you put stock in livestock? Head to the Ramkota Hotel December 9-11, 2024, for this remarkable event hosted by the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. The Winter Roundup includes a cattle industry convention, a ranch succession planning seminar series, and a vibrant trade show!
Davis Dance
Now in its 17th season, Denver’s premier contemporary jazz dance company, Davis Dance, will be gracing the stage of Natrona County High School on January 10, 2025! Renowned for avant-garde, collaborative, innovative concert dance, Davis Dance makes “dance that feeds your soul.” Come and be inspired!
Weekly Winter Events
Get in the local groove and build lasting friendships by attending weekly events in Casper this winter! Like beer? Like bingo? Perfect. Head to Blacktooth Brewing every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Or, feast on Friday Night Prime Rib at Petro Pub every Friday from 5 to 9 p.m.!
Winter Sports
Who needs an official, organized event to have a blast in the snow in Casper? Not you, that’s who. Grab some friends, rent some fat bikes, and bomb down Casper Mountain’s powder. Hold an impromptu figure skating competition at the Casper Ice Arena or David Street Station. Layer up and go snow camping, or shred the gnar on skis or a snowboard at Hogadon Basin Ski Area. When it comes to outdoor winter adventures in Casper, the possibilities truly are endless.
It’s clear that there is no shortage of things to do in winter here in Casper. In addition to all the events mentioned here, winter is also the perfect time to explore Casper’s thriving culinary and bar scene and stroll through its art galleries and museums. We have no doubt that we’ll see you at a winter event or three!