Holy Cannoli! There's so much to do in Cheyenne this Weekend
Hell on Wheels Rodeo and Chuck Wagon Dinner Series – Laramie County Fair Rodeo Arena at Archer
Thursday, July 11 | Doors open at 5 p.m. | Free (rodeo only) or $55–$80
The full rodeo includes bareback riding, saddle bronc, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, bull riding, and more. Food trucks will be available onsite. Tinyurl.com/55ha8w8t
Second Friday Artwalk at Blue Door Arts – Blue Door Arts at the Hynds
Friday, July 11 | 5 p.m. | Free
Celebrate 15 years of the Cheyenne Artwalk. Featuring the work of Kim Shaver and her Wyoming Willow Basketry. Call 299-546-5183 for more info. https://artscheyenne.com/cheyenne-artwalk/
Fridays on the Plaza: Boys Like Girls w/Public Figure – Cheyenne Depot Plaza
Friday, July 11 | 6 p.m. | Free
Enjoy weekly concerts in the plaza! Public Figure opens, followed by headliner Boys Like Girls at 7:30 p.m.
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Will Run for Cannoli 5K – Lions Park
Saturday, July 12 | 8 a.m.
This is the 11th annual Cannoli 5K walk/run. All racers are eligible for raffle prizes, and everyone gets a cannoli at the finish line. Runsignup.com/race/wy/cheyenne/willrunforcannoli5k
97th Annual Albin Day – Various locations in Albin
Saturday, July 12 | All day, starting at 8 a.m.
Theme: “Our Little Slice of Heaven.” Enjoy a pancake breakfast, parade, races, games, vendors, fireworks, music, and more. Allevents.in/albin-day/200028428295748
Rhinestone Rodeo Drag Brunch – The Office Bar and Grill
Saturday, July 12 | Shows at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. | $35 | Ages 18+
A high-energy drag show by Wyoming Equality, with brunch included.
Visit Wyoming Equality on Facebook for details.
Vaccine Clinic – Black Dog Animal Rescue
Saturday, July 12 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Is your pet up to date on vaccines or microchipped? BDAR’s Community Vaccine Clinic can help. Bdar.org
Dino Day – Wyoming State Museum
Saturday, July 12 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Explore the "field of dinos," touch fossils, meet live reptiles, make crafts, play games, and take photos in the dino photo booth. Meet experts in paleontology and geology. Contact: melisa.mcchesney@wyo.gov
Bonsai Show – Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
Saturday, July 12 | 10 a.m. | Free
Discover the captivating world of bonsai, featuring diverse styles of miniature trees. Botanic.org
Cats on Mats – Catz N Coffee Connections
Saturday, July 12 | 11 a.m. | $12
Beginner yoga class hosted by Jasmine of BREATHEMOVEGROW Yoga—with cats! Catzncoffeeconnect.com/events
Native American Experiential Workshop – Laramie County Community College
Saturday, July 12 | 1–4 p.m. | Free
Cherokee Brown, a Northern Arapaho Tribe member, introduces intergenerational trauma caused by colonization and residential schools.
Mr. Critters Reptile Expo – Event Center at Archer
Saturday–Sunday, July 12–13 | Starts at 4 p.m.
$10 general admission (ages 12+); $5 for children 4–11. Features reptiles, small mammals, spiders, plants, habitats, and face painting. Mrcritters.us
Opera On Tap: Mood Swings – The Paramount Ballroom
Saturday, July 12 | 6 p.m. | Free
Enjoy emotional arias and cocktails on the patio. Find more on Opera on Tap Wyoming's Facebook page.
True Troupe: Antigone – Lions Park Treehouse
Saturday–Sunday, July 12–13 | 6 p.m. (Sat), 10 a.m. (Sun) | Free
True Troupe performs the Greek tragedy Antigone. Email: truetroupe@gmail.com
Watchhouse – The Lincoln Cheyenne
Saturday, July 12 | 8 p.m. | $36
Americana-folk duo from North Carolina. Thelincolncheyenne.com/concert-calendar
Book Club Meeting – Catz N Coffee Connection
Sunday, July 13 | 4–6 p.m. | Free (RSVP required)
Discuss Babel by R.F. Kuang. Please read in advance. Catzncoffeeconnect.com/events
Pit Stops & Paw Prints - Cheyenne Animal Shelter
Sunday, July 13 | 6:00 p.m.
A special fundraiser benefiting animals in need. Bring your car, your friends, and a donation—pet food and supplies are especially welcome—as we gather to support the incredible work of the shelter. This pet-friendly event welcomes leashed, well-behaved animals, and we ask all attendees to be respectful of the space and one another. Enjoy food from Bangkok Bites, including free treats with every order, and show love to our generous sponsors like DazBog Pershing and Wyoming All-Service Auto Detailing. Let’s make it a fun and safe evening for all while helping the shelter continue its mission in our community. https://www.facebook.com/share/195bwvsaR3/