Upcoming Events in Afton, WY
Rotary Club of Star Valley - Fall Festival
At the Barn at Star Valley Ranch RV Resort
Doors open at 5pm, Bratwurst Supper served from 5:30-6:30, and a Silent Auction (closing at 7:00pm).
Beer and Wine Garden also available.
Casey Skinner's "You Can't Hide"
Follow comedian Casey Skinner and his true story of how he accidentally landed himself in "the most dangerous hotel in America" — AKA the Cecil Hotel — and the hilariously insane events that brought him back for one final night, where a murderer was on the loose.
Ford Theatre
saltriverarts.com
Fall Fest
Shop, Eat, Dance, and Enjoy Fall with the Afton Main Street Alliance.
From 12-8 on October 3, find a Scarecrow Decor contest, bounce houses, a live DJ Thomas Scott, Star Valley Events Street Market, Line Dancing, Country Swing, and Two Stepping with Krista and The 307 Dance Hall Team, and a Cornhole Tournament all on Afton Main Street.
Vanessa Joy & Marvin Goldstein in Concert
Vanessa Joy & Marvin Goldstein in Concert at the Ford Theatre.
Vanessa Joy is a internationally recognized classical soprano, and Marvin Goldstein is a renowned concert pianist and recording artist.
Community Business Roundtable
Afton Civic Center, 303 W. Public St, Afton, WY 83110
Share ideas, discuss opportunities, and help shape the future of our local economy.
Let’s build a thriving community for businesses and residents alike!
Dave Stamey Cowboy Balladeer
Dave Stamey, Cowboy Balladeer, at the Ford Theatre August 15th 7:00 PM
Tickets $30, Presale $25 until June 30. SaltRiverArts.com
Audition Call - Finding Neverland the Musical
Salt River Community Theatre presents an Audition Call for Finding Neverland the Musical.
July 23, 24, 25 from 6-8pm at the Ford Theatre, for Adults (not in High School) and boys 8-14 years old.
Prepare a 60-90 second musical theatre song and be prepared to read some scenes of the script.
For questions or to make arrangements, please contact aftonsfordtheatre@gmail.com
Griffin Guez Concert
Professional Classical Piano Player Griffin Guez from New York, ties to Star Valley, wants to connect and share his talent with those in Star Valley. He would like to donate his portion of his proceeds to a local food bank.
Ford Theatre
Wyoming Welcomes The Wall that Heals
Wyoming’s sole 2026 stop for "The Wall That Heals" will be in Afton from July 9–12, 2026, with preparation on July 7&8.
The traveling, three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial includes a mobile Education Center and honors the more than 3 million Americans who served.
For more information visit: https://www.thewallthathealsaftonwy2026.com/
Tuesday, July 7th
1:30 P.M. with kickstands up at 2 P.M. - Motorcade Escort from Broulims in Alpine, WY to Star Valley Middle School in Afton, WY along Highway 89. To participate in the motorcade, please sign up here.
To show your support for this motorcade, please line Highway 89 with flags, signage, and celebration as more than 500 motorcycles, military vehicles, and emergency personnel vehicles escort The Wall that Heals to our Valley.
Note: Traffic along Highway 89 will be impacted on this day.
TBD - Mobile Education Center trailer arrives in Afton.
Downtown Afton
4:00P.M.-8:00P.M.- Local vendors and food trucks
6:00P.M.-8:00P.M.-Live Music-Aaron Ball Band
Wednesday, July 8th
8:00A.M. - Local Volunteers Assemble The Wall That Heals. Sign up to participate here.
6:00P.M. - Volunteer Training Begins
Downtown Afton
11:00 A.M.-7:00P.M.- Local vendors and food trucks
Thursday, July 9th
9:00 am - Opening Ceremony with special guest speaker, Governor Mark Gordon
Sundown - Taps
Downtown Afton
11:00 A.M.-7:00P.M.- Local vendors and food trucks
Friday, July 10th
9:00P.M.- Light The Night - A PTSD Awareness Ceremony followed by Echo Taps
Downtown Afton
11:00 A.M.-8:00P.M.- Local vendors and food trucks
6:30P.M.-7:30P.M.-Line Dancing
Saturday, July 11th
Sundown - Taps
Sunday, July 12th
1:45 P.M. - Closing Ceremony
2:00 P.M. - Volunteers Disassemble The Wall that Heals. Sign up to participate here.
Tours Available Each Day
Tours start at top of each hour, and last 45 minutes. They are First Come, First Serve. For large groups, please contact us to preschedule.
Please check back for additional scheduled events as we get closer to the exhibit dates.
Afton Volunteer Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
July 4th 7:30am - 9:30 am
Afton Broulims Parking Lot
Come meet your local fire fighters & check out the fire trucks!
Donations Accepted
Afton's America 250 - Freedom Fest
FRIDAY, July 3:
MC/DJ Thomas Scott will be hosting the party
12:00-5:00 PM Greatest Hits
5:00-8:00 PM Dance Party through the Decades
5:00 50s
6:00 60s
7:00 70s
7:30 Veteran’s Tribute & Patriotic Sing-a-long
8:00-10:00 Flashpants 80s Cover Band and “80s most epic” individual and couples costume contest
4:00-8:00 PM Cornhole Tournament
SATURDAY, JULY 4:
11:00AM - 5:00 PM Star Valley Street Market
3:00 PM - Main Street Parade
7:00 PM - Rodeo and Fireworks | Lincoln County Fairgrounds
Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5k Walk/Run
Friday, July 3, 2026, at 8:00 AM
Start/Finish at the Elkhorn Arch (458 Washington St, Afton, WY 83110)
Entry Fee:
$35.00 until May 31
$40.00 from June 1 - July 1
$45.00 July 2 - 3
Awards:
1st Overall Male and Female and 1 st Male and Female Masters (40+)
1st in each 10-year age division
1st in Male and Female Adaptive Athlete division:
Adaptive Athlete - Open to hand cycles, wheelchairs, limb differences, hearing impaired,
vision impaired, and other mobility impairments! The goal is to grow this category and
create opportunities for adaptive athletes to compete! Contact Race Director with questions.
Packet Pick-up and Onsite Registration:
Thursday, July 2, 1-5 PM at Wild Wyoming Outfitters or Friday, July 3, 6:30-7:45 AM at the Start/Finish area
Race Website and registration: https://www.elkhorn5K.com
Questions? Interested in volunteering? Contact: karibradley72@gmail.com
Alpine Mountain Days Carla Stone’s Chili Cookoff
ALPINE MOUNTAIN DAYS
CARLA STONE’S CHILI COOKOFF
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Star Valley at the Gazebo in downtown Alpine
Only $5 to taste all the chili entries and vote for your favorite!
Proudly sponsored by First Bank of Wyoming and Star Valley Realty
Afton Jr. Rodeo
Rodeo for youth 17 and under held once a year in Afton, Wy
Bareback and Saddlebronc Qualifier
$5000 in prizes
Afton Wyoming Jr Rodeo
The Rocking Tale of Snow White
SVAC Children’s Theatre at the Ford Theatre.
June 17, 18, 19 6:00 PM
2026 Semi-Quincentennial Scavenger Hunt
The Lincoln County Semi-Quincentennial Scavenger Hunt is divided into two regions to make participation easier and reduce travel time:
Region 1: Northern Lincoln County
Region 2: Southern Lincoln County
Each region includes 20 unique historical or notable sites to explore.
How to Participate:
1. Pick Up a Map Scavenger hunt maps are available at the following locations:
Your Local Banks
Town & City Halls
Can be downloaded at the Lincoln County website on our America 250 page. (www.lincolncountywy.gov)
2. Visit the Sites Each map packet includes:
Map with locations marked
Site descriptions
Latitude and longitude coordinates
3. Document Your Visit
Take a selfie (individual or group) with the site visible in the background
4. Submit Your Entries
Email your photos to: scavengerhunt@lincolncountywy.gov
Prizes & Recognition
Visit 15 sites (per participant or family):
Receive a Lincoln County Semi-Quincentennial Challenge Coin
Visit 20 sites in one region or a combination of the regions:
Receive a full set of challenge coins, including coins from each participating incorporated city or town
Awards Ceremonies
Celebrate your achievement at one of our regional events on July 4th:
Region 1 (North): Afton Civic Center
Region 2 (South): Diamondville Park
Join the Celebration This scavenger hunt is a fun and engaging way to explore Lincoln County’s history, communities, and landscapes as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy the adventure!