It's all happening in The Hole this 4th of July Friday. Check out this schedule of events to make sure you don't miss a moment of the classic celebration.
6am: FREE HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES at Alpine Field (near middle school): The Grand Teton Music Festival and RE/MAX Premier are delighted to partner in presenting free hot air balloon rides to the community. Conditions are best in early morning, so come early and look for their signature red, white, and blue balloon--you can't miss it! Free rides will continue as long as weather permits.
7-11am: Annual Street PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Jackson Hole Jaycees prepare an all-you-can-eat hearty breakfast in front of the Jackson State Bank & Trust on Center Street. Cost: $8 for adults and $3 for children under 5.
10am: Jackson Hole Community BAND CONCERT on the Square
10:30am: Howdy Pardners' 4th of July PARADE: The annual parade begins on Snow King Avenue from the Rodeo Grounds to Glenwood, continues on Broadway, and ends on Willow Street.
2:30-8pm: FREE START BUS Service: Ride the START TOWN SHUTTLE to and from Music In The Hole. Or, ride your bike and park it with Bicycle Valet at Alpine Field, provided by Friends of Pathways.
3-7:30pm: GRAND TETON MUSIC FESTIVAL's 12th Annual MUSIC IN THE HOLE: Join us at Alpine Field next to Jackson Hole Middle School, pack a blanket, have a picnic on the lawn, and enjoy an afternoon of music and festivities at this Jackson Hole Independence Day tradition presented by the Grand Teton Music Festival! Concessions, family activities, and pre-symphony entertainment by the Jackson Hole Community Band, Rotating Superstructure, Anne & Pete Sibley, and the Jackson Six begins at 3pm. At 6pm, the Grand Teton Music Festival Orchestra takes the stage under the direction of the Festival's Music Director Donald Runnicles in a rousing, festive, and patriotic concert of July 4th favorites. The concert ends in plenty of time to get a prime spot for watching the evening's fireworks display.
8pm: JACKSON HOLE RODEO: In fine western tradition at the Teton County Fairgrounds.
10pm: Fire In The Hole FIREWORKS: The Jackson Hole Jaycees know how to celebrate! This spectacular display of fireworks will light up the night skies of Jackson. Held at the base of Snow King Mountain.
For more information about events on the 4th, contact the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce at 307-733-3316 or www.jacksonholechamber.com.