Check out park one of Dishing’s indoor autumn activities guide.
A crisp chill has arrived and after a summer of fun in the sun, going inside sounds like a cozy idea. While Jackson is known for its plethora of outdoor activities, there is also plenty of ways indoors to entertain and have fun… so many that this is a two-part blog!
Learn
Tucked in the heart of downtown Jackson, the Jackson Hole History Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the valley’s rugged past. Through carefully curated exhibits and artifacts, visitors can trace Jackson Hole’s evolution. From its Native American roots and fur-trading days to the rise of ranching, mountaineering and modern mountain life. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about the stories behind this iconic Western town, the museum provides an engaging, hands-on experience that connects the spirit of the past to the beauty of the present.
Outside of exploring the museum, there is plenty of programming and events to keep all ages engaged this fall. For the kids, the next Cozy Camp will take place over Thanksgiving break (Nov.25-27). Campers will explore an era when homesteaders made hand-dipped candles, stamped leather, and whittled wood. The lottery for admission is open from Oct. 20-27. Click here for cost and admission info. For adults who consider themselves local history buffs, the off-season is a great time to register to volunteer.
Entertainment
The local hub for arts and entertainment, The Center for the Arts, has a robust calendar of events this fall! Feel the rhythm with El Laberinto del Coco, a band from Puerto Rico known for their genre-bending collective built around the folklore and rhythmic styles of bomba. The band will perform on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. Click here for tickets and more information.
Get in the Halloween-mood with FRANKENSTEIN: A Living Comic Book, on Sunday Oct. 26. This electrifying stage production reimagines Frankenstein through immersive comic book design and playful theater. When young graphic novelist Mary discovers Dr. Frankenstein’s journal, she’s pulled into his eerie quest to conquer death and confronting modern monsters like climate change, AI and our relationship with technology. This presentation is a part of The Center and Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board’s The Discovery! Series. A family-friendly event series offering Jackson a diverse range of performances.
Be sure to check out CFTA’s full line up here.
Play
BINGO is back at Jackson Elks Lodge! Beat the mid week hump with this every Wednesday nightly event. The Lodge opens at 5:30 p.m. and calling starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and food is available, prepared by a rotating local chef or small business. Feeling extra lucky? Play the 50/50 raffle and blackout games; all proceeds benefit the Elks Scholarship Funds. Follow @jhelkslodge on Instagram for updates on special events, including the upcoming Halloween and Funksgiving parties, which are open to the public.
Tune in for more indoor-activity suggestions coming later this Fall!
