Top Things to do in December in Jackson!

Jackson Hole and the surrounding areas' top event and holiday picks for December 2016.

Winter Nights are made for the Theatre
Center for the Arts Shows
Off Square Theatre Company presents Dogs in a Drift Live Radio Theatre with Bob Berky & Friends
December 3, 2016 • 6:30 PM
Tickets: $7-20
Holiday fun for the entire family. Bob Berky brings to life beloved characters - including “Hank the Cow Dog” - along with many new friends. Music, comedy, and festive cheer for all.
Purchase tickets!

The Wizard of Oz
There's no place like home... for the holidays!
This Dancers’ Workshop presents an original production of The Wizard of Oz. The whimsical take on Oz will feature local students and community members together with guest artists from Contemporary Dance Wyoming.

Friday, December 9, 2016 • 7PM
Saturday, December 10, 2016 • *1:30PM • 7PM
Sunday, December 11, 2016 • 4PM

Purchase Tickets:
Evening Performances: Adults $25 / Students $15
*Saturday Matinee Only: Adults $20 / Students $10

Jackson Hole Playhouse
Snowed Inn for Christmas
December 9 - December 31, 2016  •  6:30 PM
Monday - Saturday
Celebrate the holiday season Jackson Hole Playhouse’s annual holiday show. Come and partake in a cozy dinner in the Saddle Rock Saloon as the actors perform festive tunes in this hilarious Christmas comedy.
Purchase Tickets Here!

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Backcountry Zero Winter Bash
Friday, December 09, 2016 
Time: 6 PM - 10 PM
Location: Q Roadhouse

Celebrate Friday with some of the best and latest ski movies, live music, Roadhouse beer, a raffle, a chance to chat with the new Backcountry Zero Ambassadors and more. This event is free and open to all. Just don’t get too excited and accidentally Rhombus yourself - or at least arrange a ride home if you do!
For more information, head to the Backcountry Zero website. 













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Santa on the Town Square 
Ed Jacques, Director of Tennis
December 15 - 24, 2016
Nightly through Christmas Eve

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Elk Refuge Sleigh Rides Open
Starting December 17, 2016
Weather dependent
10 AM - 4 PM
Daily horse drawn sleigh rides through the National Elk Refuge, including all weekend and holidays except Christmas Day, bring ydirectly through the herds of elk numbering in the thousands. 

 

The 2016-2017 season will begin on Saturday, December 17, 2016 (weather dependent) and will run through late March or early April, depending on conditions. 
Rates
Adults: $21
Children ages 5-12: $15
Children 4 and under: Free
Private Sleighs: $375 per sleigh, 16-18 people maximum. 
Group rates are available for parties of 20 people or more. Further information on group reservations is available below.

Head to the Elk Refuge website for booking and other details. Elk Refuge images curtesy of Lori Iverson, USFWS.



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Holiday Round-Up - Free Family Apres Ski Events in Teton Village
Weeklong holiday celebration in true Jackson Hole style. Starting December 24th, in Teton Village, don’t miss any of the Santa-filled, dessert-centered, winter fun. 

December 24, 2016 - Santa Drops In
4:30pm 
Base of Aerial Tram
Not the typical Santa arrival, be ready for something special and extraordinary.

December 25, 2016 - Ski with Santa
While Santa might not be hitting Corbett’s, he sure does love his green runs. Join him for a run down Teewinot or Casper. 

December 26, 2016 - Cookie Decorating
Kids Ranch 
4-5 PM
A cookie for all! Come decorate your own cookie and take it with you or, if you are like us, eat it before getting out the door!

December 27, 2016 - Cats and Dogs
Kids Ranch 
4-5 PM
Snowcats and Avy Dogs! Take a tour of a snowcat and meet one of JHMR’s avalanche dogs and it’s handler. 

December 28, 2016 - Star Gazing
Teton Mountain Lodge 
5-6 PM
Nothing beats a night gazing at Wyoming’s sky - countless twinkling stars blanket the night. Stare off into space as an expert describes the constellations above you. 

December 29, 2016 - Raptor Night
Hotel Terra 
4-5 PM
Get up close and personal with hawks, eagles, raptors, and owls as the Teton Raptor Center presents an informative presentation. 

December 30, 2016 - Sledding
Village Commons
4-5 PM
Zip down the hill and right into a seat by the fire with unlimited hot coco and cookies!

December 31, 2016 - Kids Torchlight Parade
Meet at the Kids Ranch at 4:45 PM
Come one, come all, kids that is! Ride up the new Sweetwater Gondola and create human train of lights as everyone heads down Eagles Rest. Followed by the MSS Parade and Fireworks.