Everything you need for the holidays in Gillette is in our comprehensive guide. Discover all the top festive events and activities. Whether you're exploring Gillette for the first time or rediscovering it, our guide has all the holiday essentials.
One event that draws locals and visitors alike is the Christmas Farmer's Market, where you can find a delightful array of handmade goods, local produce, and seasonal treats that celebrate the spirit of the season. Another highlight is the Gillette Gun Club Annual Fundraising Banquet, featuring a hearty meal and a chance to support community initiatives while enjoying good company. And the Up In Arms Gun Show is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing a variety of firearms, collectibles, and vendors. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Gillette
- Christmas Farmer's Market
- Gillette Gun Club Annual Fundraising Banquet
- Powder River Harvest Festival
- Up In Arms Gun Show
- THE Y.E.S. FOUNDATION’S Dancing with the Gillette Stars
- Pizza, Puzzle, Pint Charity Benefit
- Girlfriends Gratitude Gathering
- Fly Fishing Film Tour 2024
- Paint Gillette Pink Cornhole Tournament
- Bikes Trikes and Tikes
See these and even more events listed below!
Gillette Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Farmer's Market
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with local vendors.
Description:
The Christmas Farmers Market at CAM-PLEX Central Pavilion features local vendors showcasing handmade crafts, jewelry, and homemade jams. Enjoy a fun-filled cookie decorating activity and capture memories with Santa.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Christmas Farmer's Market
Powder River Harvest Festival
What to Expect:
Celebrating local heritage with antique vendors and handmade crafts.
Description:
The Powder River Harvest Festival is a two-day family-friendly event celebrating the rich heritage and bountiful harvest of the Powder River region. It features antique vendors, local artisans, homemade goods, a pumpkin patch, and a variety of engaging activities.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Powder River Harvest Festival
Nick of Time Tradeshow
What to Expect:
Last-minute holiday shopping with local businesses and homemade crafts.
Description:
The Nick of Time Tradeshow at CAM-PLEX Energy Hall Ballroom features local businesses and homemade crafts, with concessions by Home Fire Foods and Cowboy Concessions. Enjoy gift wrapping services and shop till you drop for holiday gifts and goodies.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Nick of Time Tradeshow
Gillette Holiday Shows and Entertainment
THE Y.E.S. FOUNDATION’S Dancing with the Gillette Stars
What to Expect:
Local celebrity dance competition with silent auction and raffles.
Description:
The Y.E.S. Foundation's Dancing with the Gillette Stars is a charity event featuring local celebrity couples competing in a thrilling dance competition. The evening includes a welcome reception, cocktail hour, silent auction, raffles, and a delicious dinner, all while supporting the Youth Emergency Services House.
Where: Gillette | More Info: THE Y.E.S. FOUNDATION’S Dancing with the Gillette Stars
PFLAG Anniversary Show
What to Expect:
Commemorating a milestone in LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Description:
The PFLAG Anniversary Show is a celebration of community and inclusivity, featuring a day of educational and social activities at the CAM-PLEX Energy Hall Ballroom.
Where: Gillette | More Info: PFLAG Anniversary Show
Gillette Other Holiday Activities
Gillette Gun Club Annual Fundraising Banquet
What to Expect:
Fundraising event with a delicious Prime Rib dinner.
Description:
Join the Gillette Gun Club for their annual fundraising banquet, featuring a fantastic meal provided by Prime Rib, on November 8th at Wyoming Center Equality Hall. Doors open at 5:00 PM, with dinner served at 6:30 PM.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Gillette Gun Club Annual Fundraising Banquet
Up In Arms Gun Show
What to Expect:
Firearms exhibits and family-friendly flea market.
Description:
The Up In Arms Gun Show and Flea Market at CAM-PLEX Central Pavilion offers a weekend of firearms exhibits, sales, and family-friendly activities, including a flea market with free admission for children under 12.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Up In Arms Gun Show
Girlfriends Gratitude Gathering
What to Expect:
Inspiring author reading with interactive gratitude activities.
Description:
Join Campbell County Public Library for the Girlfriends Gratitude Gathering, featuring local author MaLinda Perry. This transformative event combines book readings with group activities designed to foster connections and encourage gratitude, promoting personal and communal growth through literature and positive practice.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Girlfriends Gratitude Gathering
Pizza, Puzzle, Pint Charity Benefit
What to Expect:
Timed puzzle competition with surprise side quests.
Description:
Join the Pizza, Puzzle, Pint Charity Benefit for a fun-filled evening with live music, a cornhole tournament, silent auction items, and all-you-can-drink keg cups. Teams will compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle, eat two large pizzas, and drink 24 beers while completing surprise side quests.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Pizza, Puzzle, Pint Charity Benefit
Dining with Diabetes
What to Expect:
Educational program for diabetes management.
Description:
Dining with Diabetes is a research-based program designed to help individuals manage their pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes through meal planning, food selection, portion control, and label reading.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Dining with Diabetes
CCPL Kids Halloween Monster Treats Class
What to Expect:
Hands-on Halloween cooking class for kids.
Description:
Join CCPL for a fun and spooky Halloween cooking class where kids ages 8-12 can learn to make delicious treats like Green Monster Smoothies, Dipped Monster Pretzels, and Mummy Hot Dogs.
Where: Gillette | More Info: CCPL Kids Halloween Monster Treats Class
Door Mat Painting
What to Expect:
Paint your own doormat with friends in a fun and creative setting.
Description:
Join us for a fun and creative doormat painting event at GPX Cheer in Gillette, Wyoming. Enjoy painting your own doormat with various colors and supplies, accompanied by snacks and your beverage of choice. This event is perfect for a night out with friends.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Door Mat Painting
American Legion Post 42 - Oct. Dinners
What to Expect:
Family-friendly meals with a variety of sides.
Description:
Kid-friendly, family atmosphere dinners featuring potatoes, vegetables, and desserts.
Where: Gillette | More Info: American Legion Post 42 - Oct. Dinners
CCPL Kitchen Kickoff
What to Expect:
Interactive cooking demonstrations with local chefs and nutritionists.
Description:
The CCPL Kitchen Kickoff at Campbell County Public Library features a portable teaching kitchen, introducing various cooking methods and demonstrations. Attendees can watch breakfast, oil change, and dinner preparation sessions by local chefs and nutritionists.
Where: Gillette | More Info: CCPL Kitchen Kickoff
Thar's Ranch Sorting
What to Expect:
Family-oriented ranching competition with a strong focus on community.
Description:
Thar's Ranch Sorting is a premier event celebrating family, ranching, and agriculture. Since 2007, it has grown from 50 to 600 teams, showcasing the best in ranching skills and community spirit.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Thar's Ranch Sorting
Northeast Wyoming Quilt Show
What to Expect:
Display of 300 quilts made by local quilters.
Description:
The Northeast Wyoming Quilt Show at CAM-PLEX Wyoming Center features approximately 300 quilts made by many quilters, with vendors selling quilt-related items and giving demonstrations.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Northeast Wyoming Quilt Show
Bikes Trikes and Tikes
What to Expect:
A bicycle rodeo with diverse age group activities.
Description:
The 5th Annual Bikes, Trikes, and Tikes event at CAM-PLEX Central Pavilion features a bicycle rodeo with five exciting events, including an obstacle course, barrel racing, bean bag toss, and a moms' home drag race. The event caters to various age groups from kindergarten to 8th grade, offering a fun and inclusive experience for all participants.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Bikes Trikes and Tikes
Paint Gillette Pink Cornhole Tournament
What to Expect:
Fundraising event for cancer care with a fun cornhole tournament.
Description:
Join us for the 5th Annual Paint Gillette Pink Cornhole Tournament at CAM-PLEX Wyoming Center Equality Hall. This fun event supports the Northeast Wyoming Community Health Foundations Cancer Care Committee, featuring teams of two players competing for prizes. Enjoy good company and food while contributing to a good cause.
Where: Gillette | More Info: Paint Gillette Pink Cornhole Tournament
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2024
What to Expect:
High-quality fly fishing film showcase with diverse aquatic settings.
Description:
The Fly Fishing Film Tour 2024 features a top-notch selection of short films showcasing fly fishing adventures in various environments, including deep depths and jungles, with stories about rare fish species.