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OPENING NIGHT PARTY: CHARLOTTE HEMMINGS – PHANTOM WEST

Hemmings Gallery

Please join us for the OPENING NIGHT PARTY of PHANTOM WEST, a solo exhibition by Charlotte Hemmings. As part of the local gallery walk evening, Hemmings Gallery invites you to come meet the artist and learn more about the inspiration behind her work. Artist Charlotte Hemmings' mixed media works probe the mythology of the American West, where the spectacle of the rodeo is both subject and metaphor. Hyper-iconic imagery drawn from cowboy and rodeo traditions is transferred onto canvas, then deliberately dismantled through paint—gestural marks, drips, and swaths of raw pigment pulling clarity into collapse. Horses charge into chromatic noise, flags dissolve into paint’s physicality, and dust becomes pure pigment. What begins as an iconic spectacle shifts into a fractured, shimmering residue of memory and myth. This process opens a dialogue about how cultural narratives are constructed, romanticized, and revised. For the artist, that conversation is personal. "As an Idaho native now distanced from fully rural rhythms, I stand in a liminal space—close enough to feel the pull of heritage, yet distant enough to see its contradictions. The rodeo—already a performance of myth—becomes even more performative, refracted through technological and painterly lenses. What remains is neither fixed history nor pure ...

Free

The Tools to Learn You: A Past, Present, and Future Workshop

The Community Library

Discover how befriending your present self, planning for future you, and envisioning life as a tapestry of events can help you navigate life with clarity and confidence. This motivational session offers practical tools to help you grow, adapt, and thrive - no matter where you are on your journey. As Director of Technology for the Blaine County School District, the presenter Paul Zimmerman drives organizational and technological advancement, working with partners such as Google and Nintendo. His own commitment to growth is significant: he holds a Master's Degree in Leadership and Coaching, is currently enrolled in a PhD program for Human Capital Management, and previously earned a Bachelor's of Science of Leadership. Paul served in the United States Air Force and is dedicated to community service, leading Tech Help Desks at The Community Library for over a decade.

Free

Nature Journaling

The Community Library

An intimate journey into the sketchbook world and how drawing can offer a moment of stillness and peace within an often chaotic world. Led by Leslie Rego at The Community Library. This workshop series offers a welcoming and supportive space for people interested in drawing the natural world. The focus will be on nature journaling. Prompts will be offered as well as guidance. Each session we will jump down a “rabbit hole” and study in depth one plant or landscape element or learn about different brushes, paints, papers, and other art supplies. A list of recommended supplies will be sent to registered participants. Thursdays, January 8-29 (four Thursdays). Pre-registration required. Participants are responsible for bringing their own materials. Class series is limited to 15 participants.

Free
Sawtooth Botanical Garden - Ketchum, Idaho
Dark Sky Dinners

Dark Sky Dinners

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Join us and 40 guests for a celestial educational event! Guests will gather for drinks at the hosted Snow Bar and around warming fire pits with passed appetizers. Dinner is served with wine at 6:00 pm inside the heated Greenhouse. Following a delicious catered meal and dessert course, we will be entertained by representatives from the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve/Dark Sky Alliance and our sponsor, then we’ll head outdoors again with a local astronomer with telescopes and green laser pointers and enjoy what the darkest nights of the year bring! This event happens regardless of the weather (don’t worry, we have contingency plans and it will be enjoyable no matter what!). Cost is $130 per person, all inclusive. Your name will be added to a roster for will call. These events SELL OUT so don’t delay! Dates December 18th, 2025 - Click here for admission. December 20th, 2025 - Click here for admission. January 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission. January 19th, 2026 - Click here for admission. February 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission.

$130
Sawtooth Botanical Garden - Ketchum, Idaho
Dark Sky Dinners

Dark Sky Dinners

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Join us and 40 guests for a celestial educational event! Guests will gather for drinks at the hosted Snow Bar and around warming fire pits with passed appetizers. Dinner is served with wine at 6:00 pm inside the heated Greenhouse. Following a delicious catered meal and dessert course, we will be entertained by representatives from the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve/Dark Sky Alliance and our sponsor, then we’ll head outdoors again with a local astronomer with telescopes and green laser pointers and enjoy what the darkest nights of the year bring! This event happens regardless of the weather (don’t worry, we have contingency plans and it will be enjoyable no matter what!). Cost is $130 per person, all inclusive. Your name will be added to a roster for will call. These events SELL OUT so don’t delay! Dates December 18th, 2025 - Click here for admission. December 20th, 2025 - Click here for admission. January 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission. January 19th, 2026 - Click here for admission. February 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission.

$130

Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration

Various Locations

Get ready for the highly anticipated return of the Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration, happening from January 27 to 31, 2026! This year marks the fourth installment of a truly unforgettable culinary event, featuring an exciting lineup of new innovative chefs and the return of some beloved culinary masters. Join us for five days packed with exclusive VIP experiences and engaging community events. Indulge in cooking classes, savor private chef dinners, and don't miss the Après Ski Grand Tasting. New to this year's festivities is the Après Ski Wine Tasting and Seafood Extravaganza. Plus, who could forget the iconic Britt's Burger Bash? Click on the Website ticketing link below to secure your tickets and find out more about this can't-miss celebration! Get Tickets HERE.

Sawtooth Botanical Garden - Ketchum, Idaho
Dark Sky Dinners

Dark Sky Dinners

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Join us and 40 guests for a celestial educational event! Guests will gather for drinks at the hosted Snow Bar and around warming fire pits with passed appetizers. Dinner is served with wine at 6:00 pm inside the heated Greenhouse. Following a delicious catered meal and dessert course, we will be entertained by representatives from the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve/Dark Sky Alliance and our sponsor, then we’ll head outdoors again with a local astronomer with telescopes and green laser pointers and enjoy what the darkest nights of the year bring! This event happens regardless of the weather (don’t worry, we have contingency plans and it will be enjoyable no matter what!). Cost is $130 per person, all inclusive. Your name will be added to a roster for will call. These events SELL OUT so don’t delay! Dates December 18th, 2025 - Click here for admission. December 20th, 2025 - Click here for admission. January 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission. January 19th, 2026 - Click here for admission. February 16th, 2026 - Click here for admission.

$130

Drummers playing at the Sun Valley Music Festival Winter Series Concert

Sun Valley Music Festival Winter Season

The Argyros

An exciting series of concerts featuring piano and chamber music, offered March 6-8, 2025 at the Argyros Performing Arts Center in Ketchum. Joyce Yang in concert with Festival Musicians The Sun Valley Music Festival presents its seventh Winter Season at the Argyros Performing Arts Center, from March 6 to 8. The 2025 Winter Season features guest curator and pianist Joyce Yang. A Sun Valley favorite, Ms. Yang has performed several times with Music Director Alasdair Neale and the Festival Orchestra, including the Festival’s Summer Seasons in 2013 (Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1), 2016 (Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F Major), and 2021 (Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2). Ms. Yang rose to fame in 2005 as the youngest contestant and silver medalist at the 12th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. An accomplished chamber musician, she’ll join forces with Festival Orchestra musicians in a program featuring works by Poulenc, Dohnányi, and Schumann. Ms. Yang will also perform solo piano works by Rachmaninoff each evening. SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Preludes Op. 32, No. 12 in G-sharp Minor: Allegro Op. 32, No. 10 in B Minor: Lento Op. 23, No. 4 in D Major: Andante cantabile Op 32, No. 13 in D-flat Major: Grave Joyce Yang, piano ...

Free

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Sun Valley Forum

Sun Valley Resort

Save the dates! June 15 - 18, 2026. “Powered by Nature: A Blueprint for Innovation, Investment, and Impact” The Sun Valley Forum convenes leaders, innovators, and change-makers across sectors to create a better future for all. With a track record of impact, the Forum surfaces the strategies, technologies, business models and financing that can power the urgent transformation of our energy and food systems, restoration of nature and revitalization of communities across the globe. https://youtu.be/yjpTPyrfXAY  

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Ballet Sun Valley presents Pacific Northwest Ballet

Sun Valley Pavilion

Known for artistic excellence and innovation, PNB has performed on prestigious stages around the world — including tours throughout Europe, Australia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Canada, and major cities across the United States. Under Artistic Director Peter Boal’s leadership, the company has thrived, expanding and diversifying its repertoire to include works by groundbreaking choreographers such as Alejandro Cerrudo, Ulysses Dove, Jiri Kylian, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Justin Peck, Crystal Pite, Alexei Ratmansky, Jerome Robbins, Twyla Tharp and Christopher Wheeldon, among others. Boal appointed world-renowned choreographer Jessica Lang to be PNB’s resident choreographer in 2024. This season, PNB and BSV have co-commissioned a new ballet from Lang. Recently, Lang spent a week in residence at the Hemingway House in Ketchum. A unique opportunity to tap into the area’s unique light, sounds and energies as she began conceiving her new work. Her world premiere will be performed by the arists of PNB in the 2026 Summer Festival. Tickets go on sale in the new year! Photo: Angela Sterling  

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Ketchum Arts Festival

Champions Meadow

The Festival dates for 2026 are July 10-12 Hours for the Festival are 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Fri and Sat and 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday. Ketchum Arts Festival is an annual celebration of Idaho art in the shadow of Sun Valley's Baldy Mountain. Take a breather from your busy summer schedule and spend some time sampling great food and beer, and perusing the creative output of more than 100 Idaho artists. The Festival is held on Champions Meadow located on Sun Valley Rd and admission to the Festival is FREE! Food and beer booths Free kids activity tent More information can be found at www.ketchumartsfestival.com or Facebook/KetchumArtsFestival. Free admission. More info: www.ketchumartsfestival.com

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Sun Valley Writers’ Conference

Sun Valley Pavilion

Save the dates!  Saturday, July 18 to Monday, July 20, 2026. Did you miss a talk or have one you want to share? Our 2025 livestreaming videos have already aired, but you can head over to our digital media library for select video and audio recordings from the 2025 Sun Valley Writers’ Conference. While you’re there, check out our expansive library of digital media, including our very own Beyond the Page podcast! For more information, visit our SVWC FREE page.

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