This Weekend in Laramie: Graduation/Mother’s Day Edition
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.
Nature Journaling + Close Looking @ Nautilus Parking Lot
The world around us is overflowing with secrets, beauty, and the possibility of connection if we sharpen our observational skills and form!
- When: 9 a.m. to Noon
- Where: Nautilus Parking Lot (700 Rd.)
- Cost: $10
- Additional Info: Click here.
Naughty Pines Roller Derby @ Laramie Ice & Events Center
Join us on May 11th for the NauPines'ines’ first home bout of the season!
- When: 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Laramie Ice & Events Center (3510 E. Garfield St.)
- Cost: $10
- Additional Info: Click here.
UW Graduation After Party @ The Cowboy Saloon
Tris Munsick and the Innocents will be live in concert at the Cowboy Saloon and Dancehall!
- When: 9 p.m.
- Where: Cowboy Saloon (108 S. 2nd St.)
- Cost: TBA
- Additional Info: Click here.
Sunday, May 12
Happy Mother's Day!
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