Happy Graduation to Laramie's college grads. Enjoy the weekend, and best of luck as you take the next step in your career! And to all the moms out there - happy Mother's Day. Thank you for all you do!

Here's what's happening in Laramie this weekend:

Friday, May 10

Stellar Graveyard @ the UW Planetarium

White Dwarfs, Neutron Stars, Pulsars, Nova, Supernova, Planetary Nebulae, and the other bizarre but beautiful objects that decorate the heavens.

When: 7 p.m.
Where: UW Planetarium (N. 10th St. & E. Fremont St.)
Cost: Tickets are $5 for the general public and all online sales. Tickets are $3 for UW students/staff/faculty, veterans, first responders, or children ONLY when purchased with cash in person. Seating is free for children under 5.
Additional Info: Click here.

Live Music @ the Buckhorn

Live music at the historic Buckhorn Bar and Parlor!

When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: The Buckhorn (114 E. Ivinson St.)
Cost: FREE - tips encouraged.
Additional Info: Click here.

Live Music @ the Ruffed Up Duck

The Ruffed Up Duck Saloon presents MUSUJI w/ SGRNY and The Gem City Drifters.

When: 8 p.m.
Where: Ruffed Up Duck (310 S. 5th St.)
Cost: Cover charge likely.
Additional Info: Click here.

Stan Lee: Beyond the Book @ American Heritage Center

The exhibit" Stan Lee: Beyond the Boo" opens this Wednesday, May 1, 2024, and runs to the end of October 2024 at the American Heritage Center (AHC) at the University of Wyoming. This highly anticipated exhibition honors the legendary comics creator, author, editor, and Marvel visionary Stan Lee.

When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: American Heritage Center (2111 Willet Dr.)
Cost: FREE
Additional Info: Click here.

Saturday, May 11

Happy Graduation, and congrats to our UW grads!

When:8:30 AM Undergraduate Ceremony
College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources
College of Business
Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources
College of Health Sciences
School of Energy Resources
12:15 PM: Graduate Ceremony
College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business
College of Education
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources
College of Health Sciences
3:30 PM Undergraduate Ceremony
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Education
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Office of Academic Affairs
Where: Arena Auditorium, University of Wyoming
Cost: FREE
Additional Info: Click here.

3rd Annual Local Con @ The Accelerated Dragon & Phoenix Rising

Shop local artists and makers while enjoying delicious eats and treats!

When: Noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Accelerated Dragon & Phoenix Rising (615 S. 2nd St.)
Cost: Varies.
Additional Info: Click here.

5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI @ UW Planetarium

5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe!

When: 7 p.m.
Where: UW Planetarium (N. 10th St. & E. Fremont St.)
Cost: Tickets are $5 for the general public and all online sales. Tickets are $3 for UW students/staff/faculty, veterans, first responders, or children ONLY when purchased with cash in person. Seating is free for children under 5.
Additional Info: Click here.