This Weekend in Laramie: Stargazing, Parties, Horses + Family Fun

Guns, beer, and partying are on the menu for this weekend. Gun safety, at any rate, some comedy and beer, and a big 70’s party, to be more specific. Some star-gazing for a quieter time, a library party that is surprisingly not going to be quiet, and some trail-running introductions to begin your new summer workout routine. Oh, you should probably adopt a puppy, too. Or a wild horse. 

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For a list of Pridefest events, click here. 

Also, Laramie Brewfest (July 8) tickets are on sale on their website, and Jubilee Days rodeo tickets are available here. 

Friday, June 9

One-Day Pistol Clinic

Laramie Rifle Range is offering an Appleseed Pistol Clinic for those interested in learning more about personal defense. Project Appleseed is an organization focusing on the “traditional American values” of colonial history and rifle marksmanship. 

• When: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
• Where: 73 Rifle Range Rd. (off Hwy 230)
• Cost: $10
• Additional Information: Participants must be 18 and over. View the Facebook post here.

Laramie Summer Star Party

For star-gazers and space lovers, the Star Party at Lake Hattie gathers all telescope and binocular-wielding fans. Host Rihanna will have her telescope and offer a brief astrophotography demonstration. 

• When: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
• Where: Lake Hattie Reservoir 
• Cost: Free
• Additional Information: See the Facebook event posting here.

Brewery Comedy Tour at Bond’s

Comedians from across the US are on the road, sampling local food and drinks and providing laughs along the way. Bond’s Brewing hosts the event. 

• When: 8-9:30 p.m. 
• Where: 411 S. 2nd St. 
• Cost: $14-$20
• Additional Information: For more information about the tour and to purchase tickets, click here. 

Saturday, June 10

Deerwood Ranch Open Day

Deerwood Ranch is the first BLM wild horse ecosanctuary–private land owners approved by the BLM to care for wild horses. To celebrate their opening day: adopt a horse or a puppy, purchase lunch from one of their visiting vendors or a slice of Alibi pizza, and learn about Wyoming’s wild horses. 

• When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Where: 599 State Hwy 11 Laramie
• Cost: Free
• Additional information: to learn about opening day, click here. For their website, click here. 

Monthly Family Scavenger Hunt

Laramie Audubon Society hosts the monthly nature scavenger hunt at LaBonte Park. Children will search for nature prizes of animals, birds, and plants as they walk the park with their families. 

• When: 9 a.m. 
• Where: 9th & Sully Streets
• Cost: Free
• Additional information: visit their Facebook post for more information.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Library

Books and baby goats! Plus, balloons, crafts, and popsicles to begin a summer of good reads. 

• When: 10 a.m. - Noon
• Where: ACPL 310 S. 8th St. back parking lot
• Cost: Free
• Additional information: visit their website for all summer reading events. 

That 70’s Party

The EPPSON Center for Seniors is looking for people of all ages (well, the 21+ crowd, anyway) to a 70’s party with them to celebrate their 50th Anniversary. Drinks, a DJ, games, and giveaways are just some of the fun. 

• When: 5-10 p.m. 
• Where: 1560 N. 3rd St.
• Cost: $50 a ticket
• Additional information: to read more about the party, click here. 

Sunday, June 11

Beginner Trail Series

Learn to love running (and then teach me) with the Cheyenne Running Club. This weekly series will be at Happy Jack, and it’s for runners new to trails. 

• When: 7:30 a.m. 
• Where: Happy Jack Trailhead, Hwy 210
• Cost: Free
• Additional information: visit their Facebook post to learn more.