Winterfest 2012
The 2012 Jackson Hole Winter Festival
The 2nd Annual Jackson Hole WinterFest will be held Friday, February 10 through Monday, February 20. WinterFest is an eleven-day festival that celebrates the mountain lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy events that make Jackson Hole unique and special. From the Shriner’s All American Cutter Races to a special winter performance from Grand Teton Music Festival, there are many opportunities to experience all our community has to offer. Many organizations have teamed up to present a series of events that will delight winter enthusiasts.
Festival Highlights
Jackson Hole Moose Hockey
The Jackson Hole Moose are home for two weekends in a row, hosting Hockey Source HC from Washington and Hollwood Hammers. Come enjoy the lively atmosphere at Snow King Arean and support the team!
GTMF host a variety of events, including Live at the MET, winter concerts and more at Walk Festival Hall in Teton Village.
Wine Tasting at Center for the Arts
Join the community in the kick off to Winter Fest at the Center for the Arts for an evening filled with wonderful wines from around the world and a fabulous silent auction.
Shriner’s All American Cutter Races
The Annual Shiners All American Cutter Races in Melody Ranch is a huge attraction and amazing display.
Snow Sculpture Competition
Artisan create elaborate sculptures on the lawn at Center for the Arts
The Black Pig Fest
- Where: Town Square Tavern
- When: Friday 2/10 9:00pm
- Admission: $8
On Friday 2/11, 307 Live and Town Square Tavern hosts some of the best bluegrass pickers in Jackson as they take to the stage for a night of mountain music and dancing.
Mix’d Media
Schedule of Events
Friday 2/9
- 3pm Margarita Cup Race, Snow King
- 3pm Ice Skating on the Square, Town Square
- 5:30pm Mason Lodge Wine Tasting, Center for the Arts
- 7:30pm Moose Hockey, Snow King Center
- 10pm 307 Live presents Black Pig Fest, Town Square Tavern
Saturday 2/10
- 2pm Snow Man Competition – Center for the Arts Lawn
- 3pm Ice Skating on the Square, Town Square
- 4pm Grand Teton Music Festival’s The Met Live in HD
- 4:30pm Snow King WF Snow Bike Race – Snow King
- 7:30pm Moose Hockey – Snow King Center
Sunday 2/11
- All Day: Snowshoe Softball Tournament – Powderhorn Park – All Day
Wednesday 2/15
- All Day: Snow sculpting begins – Town Square/Center for the Arts
- 5pm Rail Jam – Snow King
Thursday 2/16
- 4pm Jackson Hole Gallery Art Walk – Various locations throughout town.
Friday 2/17
- 3pm Ice Skating on the Square, Town Square
- All Day: Snow Sculpting – Town Square/Center for the Arts
- 7pm Grand Teton Music Festival’s Winter Concert Series – Walk Festival Hall
- 7:30pm Moose Hockey – Snow King Center
Saturday 2/18
- 10am Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race – Trail Creek Ranch
- 12pm Snow Sculpture Judging – Town Square /li>
- 12pm Shriner’s All American Cutter Races – Melody Ranch
- All Day: Wild West Classic – Snow King
- 4pm Grand Teton Music Festival’s Free Family Concert – Walk Festival Hall
- 7:30pm Moose Hockey – Snow King Center
- 7pm Texas Hold ’em Tournament – Wort Hotel
Sunday 2/19
- All Day: Snow sculpture viewing – Town Square/Center for the Arts
- All Day: Wild West Classic – Snow King
- 10am World Championship Dodgeball – Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena
- 11am Beer, Brats & Live Music – Teton County Fair Building
- 12pm Shriner’s All American Cutter Races – Melody Ranch
- 1pm K-9 Keg Pull – Teton County Fair Building Lawn
- 1pm WF Kids Snow Painting/Snow Sculpting Fairgrounds Grassy Arena
- 7pm Jackson Hole Showcase – Center for the Arts
2012 Jackson Hole WinterFest Sponsor
Winterfest is sponsored by the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce as well as private businesses in the community. Thank you to all involved. We are proud members of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and thank its staff for their efforts to host the 2nd Annual Winterfest. We’re happy to support the chamber’s work in the community, and thank them for continuing to support The Mountain Pulse.
Written By: Kevin Wittig / @KevinSWittig
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