Things to Do in Cheyenne This Weekend (June 12-14)
Pickleball and Cornhole Benefit Tournament - The Picklr Cheyenne
June 12-13 | 8 a.m. | $25-50 to play
All ages and skill levels are welcome. The Picklr Cheyenne and the Wyoming Pickleball Association are hosting a tournament to benefit both the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Wyoming and Girls on the Run Wyoming. Cornhole is only on June 13. 3741 E. Lincolnway. Contact Wally Erickson at wyomingpickleball@gmail.com with questions.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo ZooMobile - Laramie County Library
June 12 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Children and families
The staff from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is back, and they’re bringing their animal ambassadors to visit. Learn about and meet fascinating creatures. Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
Shootout and Train Robbery at Terry Bison Ranch - Terry Bison Ranch
June 12-13 | Shows after the 10:30 a.m. train ride | Free
Watch the Colorado Wild Bunch put on gunslinger shows. 51 I-25 Service Road. Visit facebook.com/colorado.wild.bunch for more information.
Library for All: Zoomobile - Laramie County Library
June 12 | 1-2 p.m. | Adults and teens 16+ with disabilities
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is bringing some animal ambassadors to visit, so get ready to learn about and meet some fascinating creatures. Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
Hell on Wheels Rodeo and Chuckwagon Dinner - Laramie County Fair Complex at Archer
June 12 | Doors open at 5 p.m. | $25-55
Enjoy barrel racing and roping, a chuckwagon dinner, bull and bronc riding and more. 3801 Archer Parkway.
Teen After-Hours: Hamilton Sing-Along - Laramie County Library
June 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Grades 7-12
Join for an after-hours screening of Hamilton (2020). Dinner will be provided. Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
Second Friday Artwalk - Downtown Cheyenne
June 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Free
Join this monthly celebration of artists and their work from around Cheyenne. Experience art, food and music, as well as a unique local venue being showcased each month. 307-222-4091.
Fridays on the Plaza: The Marshall Tucker Band w/Jared Strayer - Cheyenne Depot Plaza
June 12 | 6 p.m. | Free
Fridays on the Plaza is Wyoming’s largest free outdoor music festival, bringing live music, food, cold drinks and unforgettable summer nights to the heart of downtown Cheyenne. Held every Friday all summer long. Country-rock band The Marshall Tucker Band is best known for hits like "Can't You See" and "Take the Highway." 1612 Capitol Ave. Visit Fridays on the Plaza on Facebook for more details.
Burns Day - Main Street, Burns
June 13 | 7 a.m. | Free
The day will be filled with fun for the whole family. Enjoy a parade, live music, craft show, kids games, arm wrestling, a car show, Viking reenactments, food trucks, bingo, cornhole, horseshoes, basketball and a dunk tank. Visit Burns Day on Facebook for more details.
TED Democracy Live: Founding Futures - Laramie County Library
June 13 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Adults and teens
This daylong symposium features 15+ new TED Talks focused on the evolution and future of democracy, streaming live from Philadelphia during America’s 250th anniversary. Join for big ideas, thoughtful conversation and a shared civic moment as we lead up to America's 250th birthday celebration. Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
Sherman Hill Train Show - Event Center at Archer
June 13-14 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday | $10
The event features various model train layouts in multiple scales, along with vendors selling model railroading equipment, memorabilia and hobby supplies. This family-friendly event is designed for collectors, hobbyists and those interested in railroad history. 3801 Archer Parkway.
Vegetable Garden Series: Warm Season Crops and Care - Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
June 13 | 10-11:30 a.m. | $50 for all six classes
Join Cheyenne Botanic Gardens staff and learn the basics of growing your own vegetables. Participants will learn how to select seeds, start them indoors, transplant them into a garden and more. 710 S. Lions Park Drive. Botanic.org.
Keep Calm and Prune On: Golden False Cypress Bonsai - Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
June 13 | 10-11:30 a.m. | $60
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of bonsai care, including shaping, pruning and long-term maintenance techniques to keep your tree thriving. Guided by instructor Eric Roadifer, participants will create their own bonsai to take home while gaining practical skills and confidence to continue the practice. Paul Smith Children's Village, 710 S. Lions Park Drive.
From Garden to Bundle Event - Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
June 13 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | $10
Join exterior horticulturist Danika Lesniak for a hands-on workshop in the herb garden. Learn how to properly harvest fresh herbs and create an herb bundle to take home. 710 S. Lions Park Drive.
Celtic Festival and Highland Games - Lions Park, Dunbar Field
June 13-14 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | $50 to sign up for the Highland Games
Play games, watch performers, shop from vendors and learn about Celtic culture. 408 S. Lions Park Drive.
Pride Cheyenne Street Festival - Downtown Cheyenne
June 13 | Noon-5 p.m. | Free
There'll be food trucks, music, vendors, organization booths, artists, performers and even a puppy pageant. Shop from artisans selling jewelry, homemade snacks, home décor and more. 15th Street.
Finding Your Revolutionary War Ancestors - Laramie County Library
June 13 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Adults
In this session, you'll be introduced to numerous U.S. records created for, during and after the war. Learn strategies to identify an ancestor living at the time of the war and locate information about them. Sunflower Room, 2200 Pioneer Ave.
En Avant Dance Studio: Musical Menagerie and Paws de Deux - Cheyenne Civic Center
June 13 | Musical Menagerie at 2 p.m.; Paws de Deux at 6 p.m. | $25
Musical Menagerie features younger and beginning En Avant dancers bringing to life a whimsical world of animal characters, set to an eclectic blend of music from beloved movies and television shows. Later, Paws de Deux offers dances inspired by animals awaiting adoption. Proceeds benefit Black Dog Rescue. 510 W. 20th St.
Drag Game Night: Werk Out - Historic Atlas Theatre
June 13 | Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. | $20
Join for an unforgettable workout-themed game extravaganza hosted by drag queen Oblivia Queen of the Clueless. Glitta Bear'd, Ladycat Levera De'ore, Tatum But'zin, Maverick, Zaza Bustier and Mamma will also take part in a night of fierce competition and game-show fun. 18+ only. 211 W. Lincolnway. 307-638-6543.
Poetry Open Mic - Hawthorn Tree
June 14 | 1-3 p.m. | Free
Join for an open mic poetry reading. Each poet gets five minutes to read and may participate in two rounds. 112 E. 17th St.
Artist Meet and Greet with Rebekah Entz - Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
June 14 | 4-6 p.m. | Free
Enjoy an evening of conversation and creativity as Rebekah Entz shares the inspiration and process behind her artwork. Guests will also hear how her experience with narcolepsy has influenced and shaped her artistic journey and creative expression. 710 S. Lions Park Drive. Botanic.org.