🎺 The Glenn Miller Orchestra, Tinsel Through Time & More | This Week in Cheyenne

Howdy, Cheyenne! It’s Monday, December 16th.

Events

Monday, Dec 16th

Tinsel Through Time: Pop Culture Christmas (Also each day through Sat, Dec 21st) | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | 300 E 21st St | Free to attend | It's the last week to visit the holiday exhibit and tour the inside of the Historic Governors Mansion. This year's theme is everything related to Christmas pop culture!

Tuesday, Dec 17th

Let’s Celebrate Seniors | 2:00 p.m. | Paris West, 1719 Central Ave | Free to attend | Honor the seniors in our community this holiday season with a holiday reception. Take a senior for conversation, complimentary coffee, tea and desserts!

Holiday Miniatures | 5:30 p.m. | Cheyenne Creativity Center, 1620 Thomes | $25 | Explore your artistic side by creating beautiful holiday-themed miniatures during this creative workshop.

Coloring Night | 6:00 p.m. | Little America Hotel & Resort, 2800 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Relax and unwind with coloring sheets and your choice of markers, crayons or colored pencils.

Jingle Bell Holiday Movie Trivia & Mini Sign Workshop | 6:00 p.m. | Board & Brush, 1709 Pioneer Ave | $35 | Show off your movie trivia knowledge while you craft a charming holiday-themed mini sign in this interactive workshop.

Intro to Wheel Throwing​ | 6:30 p.m. | Silver Sage Ceramics, 3110 Old Faithful Rd | $55 | Discover the art of wheel throwing and create your own pottery masterpiece in this beginner-friendly class.

Wednesday, Dec 18th

Conservatory of Lights (Also Thurs, Dec 19th - Sat, Dec 21st) | 5:00 p.m. | Botanic Gardens, 710 S Lions Park Dr | Free to attend | Stroll through a dazzling light display and be transported into the magical world of the Nutcracker.

Merry Mingling | 5:30 p.m. | Paris West, 1719 Central Ave | Free to attend | Join this evening of mingling and meet new friends. Start at Paris West with drinks and apps (available for purchase) and then take a shuttle to Westby Edge for drinks and trivia.

Paint, Snack & Pet | 5:30 p.m. | Catz N Coffee Connections, 615 W 20th St | $50 | Paint your own Santa Cat while you snack on charcuterie boards provided by Three 2 Three Charcuterie.

Ornament Making | 6:00 p.m. | Carol's Cafe @ Little America Hotel & Resort, 2800 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Add a personal touch to your holiday tree with handmade ornaments you'll make in this crafting session.

Flashback Cinema: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) | 6:45 p.m. | Capitol 16, 3410 Concord | $8-$11 | Watch this holiday classic as Jim Carrey stars in the big-screen version of Dr. Seuss' beloved children's story.

Thursday, Dec 19th

Holiday Trivia | 7:00 p.m. | Hathaway's at Little America, 2800 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Test your holiday knowledge with friends and family while you enjoy food and drink specials.

Friday, Dec 20th

Dicken's High Tea (Also Sun, Dec 22nd) | Nagel-Warren Mansion, 222 E 17th St | $49.95 | Don't miss your chance to relax and enjoy champagne along with tea and decadent savory treats.

Ugly Sweater Pick Your Project | 6:00 p.m. | Board & Brush, 1719 Pioneer Ave | $73 | Wear your favorite ugly sweater while you create your own unique wood sign!

Not a Creature was Stirring, Not Even a Mouse (Also Thurs, Dec 19th - Sun, Dec 22nd) | 7:30 p.m. | Historic Atlas Theatre, 211 W Lincolnway | $19-$29 | It's the last weekend to see Cheyenne Little Theater's Christmas show! Dinner tickets are available for Friday & Saturday. Watch this screwball comedy in style of the old Frank Capra comedies and perfect for all audiences.

Holiday Movie Night | 6:30 p.m. | Little America, 2800 W Lincolnway | Canned food donation | Watch the holiday classic "The Muppets Christmas Carol" while you enjoy free popcorn. Drinks and other concessions will be available for purchase.

Paws & Claws | 7:00 p.m. | Redwood Saloon, 2105 E Lincolnway | Free to attend | Help support Broken Bandit Wildlife Center Inc during this live auction and raffle event.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra Tour | 7:30 p.m. | Cheyenne Civic Center, 510 W 20th St | $18-$38 | Celebrate the holiday season with timeless tunes performed by the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Saturday, Dec 21st

Breakfast with Santa | 9:00 a.m. | Little America, 2800 W Lincolnway | $20-$45 | Enjoy breakfast with the family before getting the chance to meet the Big Man himself.

Merry Makers Market (Also Sun, Dec 22nd) | 9:00 a.m. | Frontier Mall, 1400 Dell Range Blvd | Free to attend | Shop for unique, handmade gifts and support local artisans at this holiday market. Grab a cup of complimentary coffee or cocoa and enter in a raffle to win extra gifts.

Cheyenne Winter Farmers' Market | 9:00 a.m. | Depot, 121 W 15th St | Free to attend | Shop locally produced meats, honey, foods and other goods inside the Historic Train Depot!

DIY Wreath & Mini Sign Project | 10:00 a.m. | Board & Brush, 1719 Pioneer Ave | $78 | Create your own stunning holiday wreath and mini sign to add a personal touch to your seasonal decor during hands-on workshop.

Christmas Market | 12:00 p.m. | Railspur, 707 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Shop local vendors, take photos with Cowboy Santa and enjoy tamale specials.

Meow-Ingo | 1:00 p.m. | Catz N Coffee Connections, 615 W 20th St | $15 | Play bingo and hang out with adorable cats during this cozy afternoon event.

Winter Solstice Yoga | 1:00 p.m. | The Louise Event Venue, 110 E 17th St | $28 | Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a rejuvenating yoga session designed to connect mind and body.

Christmas Holiday Dicken's Tea | 1:00 p.m. | Nagle-Warren Mansion, 222 E 17th St | $19.95-$34.95 | Step back in time to a Victorian Christmas with an elegant Dicken's Tea and seasonal treats.

Jazz Night | 6:00 p.m. | Hathaway's at Little America, 2800 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Join Jazztet as they perform smooth sounds and Christmas classics.

Cheyenne Youth Symphony Winter Concert | 7:00 p.m. | LCCC, 1400 E College Dr | Free to attend | Kick back and enjoy an evening of music performed by the talented young musicians of the Cheyenne Youth Symphony.

Live Music: Eric Golden Band | 9:00 p.m. | Horse Palace Swan Ranch, 5640 High Plains Rd | Free to attend | Jam with the Eric Golden Band's take on traditional honky tonk country music.

Sunday, Dec 22nd

Santa Paws Pet Photos | 10:00 a.m. | Westward, 1601 Capitol Ave | Free to attend | Capture a special holiday moment with your furry friends and Santa Clause during this free photo session.

Mindful over Mimosas | 11:00 a.m. | Railspur, 707 W Lincolnway | $25 | Start your Sunday with a mindfulness yoga session followed by a delightful mimosa.

Need to Know

🚐 Parking Debate: The Cheyenne City Council has passed a controversial ban on oversized RVs parking on city streets.

🚛 Hero on the Job: A Cheyenne FedEx driver has been honored with the Civilian Lifesaving Award for quick action during a roadside emergency.

🎟️ Mark Your Calendar: Cheyenne Frontier Days has launched its 2025 season with tickets now on sale.

🏫 School Showdown: Parents have filed a lawsuit to stop the closure of eight Cheyenne elementary schools.

💰 Crypto Windfall: A Wyoming Bitcoin company has secured $4.1 million in a settlement with a Chinese crypto mining firm.

🥗 Taste Test: A Cheyenne celebrity chef weighs in on Sprouts, Wyoming's newest grocery store.

🚶 Downtown Upgrade: Cheyenne has completed its first project under the DDA Sidewalk Improvement Program.

⚖️ Theft: A Cheyenne woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from the local VFW.

🏓 Game On: Cheyenne's new pickleball facility has offered an early preview ahead of its January opening.

🛝 Playtime: The Playground, an indoor recreation spot for children, is set to open soon at Frontier Mall.

🍽️ New Eats: A new restaurant is now open inside the Cheyenne Regional Airport terminal.

One Last Thing

Celebrate the New Year in style at Railspur's Two-Year Anniversary Dinner! You won't want to miss this culinary journey with a seafood buffet featuring Wyoming beef tataki, fried shallot, octopus salad, mussels and more! You'll pair your meal with bottomless champagne or a refreshing lime cerveza, and celebrate the stroke of midnight with an indoor balloon drop! Get your tickets now for this memorable dining experience! Tues, Dec 31st, 6:00 p.m., Railspur, 707 W Lincolnway, $120.