Calendar & Events
PLAN YOUR DAY AT YELLOWSTONE
When you visit Yellowstone National Park, just stepping outside presents an entire world of things to do. But if you’re looking for something more structured, our properties offer their own brand of fun and adventure. Check below for upcoming events and start planning your day-to-day stay here at Yellowstone.
FEE-FREE ENTRANCE DAYS 2025
On select days of the year, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these National Park entrance fee-free dates in 2025!
- January 20: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
- April 19: First day of National Park Week
- June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day
- August 4: Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
- September 27: National Public Lands Day
- November 11: Veterans Day
SEASONAL ROAD SCHEDULE
The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is now open! Conditions permitting, remaining seasonal roads are planned to re-open according to the following schedule:
- May 2: East Entrance to Lake Village (Sylvan Pass), Canyon Village to Lake Village
- May 9: South Entrance to West Thumb, West Thumb to Old Faithful (Craig Pass), West Thumb to Lake Village, Tower-Roosevelt to Tower Fall
- May 23: Canyon Village to Tower Fall (Dunraven Pass)
- TBD: Beartooth Highway (US 212)
Roads will remain open until approximately October 31, 2025 when roads close in preparation for winter.
The road from the North to Northeast Entrance is open year-round, weather permitting.
Visit the National Park Service website for more details.
Yellowstone Ski Festival
Come to West Yellowstone and join us for this year’s Yellowstone Ski Festival (also known as Ski Week)! West Yellowstone is THE place for skiing, whether you are a veteran racer or just beginning.
This event annually attracts over 3,500 skiers from across the United States and Canada, so don’t miss your chance to join in the fun! Make your reservation at one of our hotels or cabins today!
For this year’s schedule and more detailed information, please visit the official Yellowstone Ski Festival website
Annual Christmas Stroll
It’s a time of rosy cheeks and laughter. Join your friends and neighbors as we light the town tree, greet Santa, and stroll the shops seeking just the right gifts! The West Yellowstone Christmas Stroll has been a tradition of this small town for years, and is the perfect way to bring in the holiday season.
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Stay tuned for 2025 information!
Salute the Troops Discount
Receive 10% off our Best Available Lodging Rate with our Salute the Troops Discount at our hotels and cabins!.
Thank You Heroes Discount
Police officers, firefighters, paramedics, nurses and teachers save 10%.
