The long Labor Day weekend has become a bit of a big deal here in Sun Valley, Idaho over the years. It’s a last summer hoorah as the kids begin to head back to school and the crisp temperatures of fall start to nip at our heels. With spirits running high and festivities plentiful, this is one long weekend that you won’t want to miss.

To make the most out of the Labor Day weekend we’ve put together a list of all the best happenings.

Wagon Days

• What: Ketchum’s annual Wagon Days celebration is a full weekend of events including the largest non-motorized parade in the Pacific Northwest, cowboy poetry, bareback horse riding demonstrations, the Papoose pancake breakfast in Town Square, and more! There will also be special children’s activities on Fourth Street between Walnut and East Ave as well as a street party in Town Square after the Big Hitch parade. This year, head to the street party on Saturday with lots of live music and headliner, Chris Hennessee!
  • When: August 29th – 31st
  • Where: downtown Ketchum
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Rebecca’s Private Idaho

• What: This unique grand fondo style gravel grinding bike race with multiple distance offerings ridden through the scenenic mountains surrounding Sun Valley started in 2013 by professional athlete Rebecca Rusch. A long-haul gravel grinder and outdoor festival over Labor Day Weekend, Rebecca’s Private Idaho  is a chance to ride along exceptionally breathtaking gravel roads with host and champion cyclist Rebecca Rusch. While the event is a reward unto itself, Rebecca’s Private Idaho is a fundraiser at its core with funds going to the Wood River Trails Coalition, Idaho Interscholastic Cycling League, People for Bikes, and World Bicycle Relief. The race starts Thursday with the Queen’s Stage Race, Stage 1: Galena/Harriman Trail Adventure, followed by the Queen’s Stage Race, Stage 2: Dollarhide Time Trial and VIP party on Friday. On Saturday, the #JoinTheRusch Ride is open to all riders and is followed by a welcome party. Sunday features the Queen’s Stage Race, Stage 3: Baked Potato, French Fry, and Tator Tot. Come enjoy the all day festivities at Festival Meadows where there will be food trucks, vendor booths, and live music.
• When: August 28th – 31st
• Where: based out of Sun Valley
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Gallery Walk

• What:  take in thought-provoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists. Gallery tours are also available from the Sun Valley Gallery Association and will take you to member galleries Friesen Gallery, Broschofsky Gallery, Frederic Boloix Fine Art, Gail Severn Gallery, Gilman Contemporary, Kneeland Gallery, Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Wood River Fine Arts, and MESH Gallery.
• When: August 29th | 5 – 7:30pm
• Where: downtown Ketchum
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Free Movie on the Pavilion Lawn 

• What: Join us for a free family screening of the beloved adventure classic The Goonies (40th Anniversary) on the Pavilion Lawn, presented by the Sun Valley Film Festival & Sun Valley Resort.
• When: August 29 | 7:00pm
• Where: Sun Valley Pavilion
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Sun Valley On Ice

• What:  Join us for a dazzling performance of Sun Valley on Ice featuring 2x Canadian Champion and Four Continents Silver Medalist, Keegan Messing! 
  Our exceptional Sun Valley on Ice cast features world-class figure skaters performing spectacular choreography, dazzling spins, and synchronized routines that showcase the highest level of skating talent, all set against a stunning mountain backdrop.   Tickets are $82-$310. Enjoy the show from rink-side seating or dine on Sun Valley’s buffet from the terrace of the Sun Valley Lodge.
• When: August 30th | 8:00 – 9:00pm
• Where: Sun Valley Ice Rink
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The Revivalists

• What: Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars as The Revivalists take the stage at the Sun Valley Pavilion this Labor Day weekend! Presented by RJK Entertainment and Sun Valley Resort. Sons of Habit will open the evening. Tickets are $41 – $238.
• When: August 31st | 6:30pm – 10pm
• Where: the Sun Valley Pavilion
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Find your next favorite Sun Valley Labor Day tradition this year! For the full line-up, head over to our events calendar.

Events Calendar