Upcoming Events
Watercolor Workshop
Join Texas-based artist Stephen Henry for a two-day watercolor workshop, held at the Thayne Community Center.
This immersive experience is perfect for artists of all levels looking to explore or deepen their watercolor skills. Spend two full days exploring watercolor techniques, working with color, and learning from Stephen’s experienced guidance in a welcoming, creative environment.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 17th, and Wednesday, June 18th
9:00am-4:00pm
COST: $250
Art Auction Fundraiser
Following a successful debut, the 2nd Annual Art Auction Fundraiser is tentatively scheduled for July 5th, 2025, from 7:00pm-9:00pm, at the Don Wooden Civic Center in Alpine, Wyoming.
This event will feature art collected from local artists, a silent and live auction, food, drinks, and live music.
Youth Art Camp
"I'm so excited for summer sunshine and to bring a brand-new camp to Western Wyoming for kids in 3rd grade and up — the Glass, Craft & Makers Discovery Academy! I'm Hayley, an engineer, mom, glass artist, and maker from Pinedale. With 20 years of glass art experience, I’ve taught at schools, daycares, libraries, BOCES, and the JH Art Association.
Makers will get creative with high-quality glass and multimedia projects like glass kaleidoscopes, fused night lights, and window art. We’ll also use CO2 lasers thanks to Sublette BOCES and Wyoming Manufacturing Works.
The Star Valley camp is also open to adults, thanks to support from the Star Valley Arts Council!"
-Hayley Ruland
Alpine Art Festival
The Star Valley Arts Council is excited to announce that the Alpine Art Festival will be held again in Alpine, Wyoming, on August 15th-16th.
Vendor applications open on January 15th. Applications will be juried, and early registrants will receive notice of acceptance by June 1st.
Star Valley Plein Air
The 4th Annual Star Valley Plein Air event will be held from September 13th - September 20th, 2025. We welcome all 2D media.
Shanna Kunz will be joining us as a judge for the competition! She will also host a demo on Friday, September 19th, from 8:00am-12:00pm.
Early registration is OPEN! For more information, or to register, click the link below.
Past Events
Oil Portrait Workshop
Professional artist, David Dean, is teaching an oil painting workshop with the Old Master's Techniques.
WHEN: Monday, March 10th - Friday, March 14th, 8:00am-5:00pm with a 1 hour lunch break each day
WHERE: Don Wooden Civic Center, Alpine, Wyoming
COST: $500*
*This workshop fee has been subsidized thanks to a generous grant from the Alpine Tourism Board.
Stars in the Valley
Mark your calendars for annual Stars in the Valley Christmas Variety Show! This show is a community favorite featuring all local talent!
When: Friday, December 6th, 7:30 pm
Where: SVHS Auditorium
Cost: $5 per person, or $30 per immediate family
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.
Halloween Extravaganza
We’re THRILLED to bring back our hugely popular Star Valley Halloween Extravaganza–an Arts Council fundraising event that will knock your pumpkin socks off!
We’ll also have zombie dancers, voodoo witches, a costume parade, and food trucks, and free hot chocolate!
Monday, October 28th, 4:30 - 8:30 pm
Afton Fairgrounds
$10 for individuals, $35 for immediate families
Skip the Lines! Tickets are on sale now!
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
This valley-wide favorite tour is coming back this summer! We are so excited to introduce this year's play: Hamlet!
When: Monday, July 29th, 6:00pm
PRESHOW starts at 5:15!
Where: Kodiak Mountain Resort, Afton
Cost: FREE Admission!
Art Auction Fundraiser
Join us as we debut this new event featuring solely local artisans, as this year's Star Valley Arts Council Fundraiser.
Attendees will enjoy an evening of food, drinks, art, music, entertainment, a live and silent auction, and raffles!
Saturday, July 20th, from 7:00-9:00pm
Alpine Airpark - 75 Alpine Village Circle
Tickets - $25
Thayne Chalk Art Festival
Join us in our debut season of the Thayne Chalk Art Festival! Watch in awe as talented artists transform ordinary sidewalks into scenes of wonder and delight. See your favorite heroes and villains leap off the screen and onto the concrete.
Squares can be purchased as families, individuals, or as businesses. The best in each category will win a prize!
Friday, July 26th, and Saturday, July 27th
Thayne Community Center
Stars in the Valley
Christmas Concert
A Christmas variety show featuring a wide range of artistic selections--from operatic duets and string quartets, to lively dances and holiday harmonies. Don’t miss this fun evening of Christmas cheer!
Saturday, December 9th, 7:00 pm
Star Valley High School Auditorium
$5 per person at the door
Trebelle Concert
Trebelle is a regionally acclaimed piano trio founded in 2012 by pianist Robyn Wells, cellist Heidi Nagel, and violinist Jennifer Dunn.
Known for their highly imaginative and creative programs, the trio performs biannual tours throughout Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Trebelle has recorded two CD’s: Chaminade and Schumann, celebrating works by female composers;
and Night and Day, featuring evocative music that depicts the times of day.
Saturday, April 13th, 7:00pm
Ford Theatre
$10 - online or at the door
Dino-Light
Lightwire Theater is a unique entertainment experience that utilizes light, technology and music to tell captivating stories. Our shows are designed to bring audiences of all ages into a fantastical world of imagination.
Saturday, March 30th
7:00pm
SVHS Auditorium
$15 - Adults
$7 - Children (under 18)
Three Rivers Youth Chorus
Our Youth Chorus is opening a new session that will run from February - May!
Three Rivers Youth Chorus is the premiere vocal instruction program in Star Valley, teaching youth to sing and perform, and grounding them in sound musical fundamentals of counting and reading music.
Halloween Extravaganza
We’re THRILLED to bring back our hugely popular Star Valley Halloween Extravaganza–an Arts Council fundraising event that will knock your pumpkin socks off!
This fundraiser includes three very special spook alleys to help SPOOK up your family’s Halloween including Pumpkin Town, Creepy Crawly Forest, and Zombie Zone! We’ll also have some special performances and Halloween “celebrity” appearances, food trucks, and free hot chocolate!
Monday, October 23, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Afton Fairgrounds
$7 for individuals, $30 for families
PRESALE DISCOUNT! Tickets are on sale now!
Fat Lady Portrait Contest
The Star Valley Arts Council is hosting a contest to find an artist to create a painting for us!
This painting will be based off of the "Fat Lady Portrait" from the Harry Potter franchise. The final piece will be used as a decoration for the Town of Thayne's Harry Potter Halloween Event!
Submission window is from September 8th - September 30th.
Star Valley Plein Air
The Star Valley Arts Council, in partnership with Western Skies Art Gallery, is excited to host its second season of Star Valley Plein Air.
This plein air painting event will be held September 19th through the 24th. Beginner and professional artists are invited to enter and paint the surroundings of beautiful Star Valley.
The public is invited to the Western Skies Art Gallery on September 23rd to enjoy the artwork and possibly purchase a piece for their own collection.
September 18-23
Western Skies Fine Art Gallery
Star Valley Art Trail
Get ready for a fusion of art and market magic as the Star Valley Art Trail and Star Valley's Street Market come together for an unforgettable experience!
Whether you're an art enthusiast or a shopping lover, (or want to attend the car show next door), this weekend has something for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration of creativity and community.
Vendors are still wanted! Send an email to starvalleysaturdaymarket@gmail.com to sign up.
Friday, August 18, 4:00-8:00
Saturday, August 19, 11:00-4:00
Alpine Main Street
Shakespeare in the Park
Join Montana Shakespeare in the Parks for a FREE performance of The Three Musketeers! We'll be located in the grassy area south of the Afton Civic Center. (In case of inclement weather, The Three Musketeers will be held at the Ford Theater, located at 444 S Washington Street.
Bring blankets or chairs to sit on!
August 9, 6:00 pm
South of Afton Civic Center
FREE!