JACKSON, Wyo. — Saddle up, folks! It is time to register for two of Old West Days most popular events. The 22nd Annual High Noon Chili Cook-off on May 19th is an opportunity for the best amateur and professional chili chefs to compete for trophies and cash! The Best of the West Parade on May 25th is a fantastic way to promote your business or organization over Memorial Day Weekend.
High Noon Chili Cook-off! Calling all culinary mavericks! Do you have what it takes to tame the taste buds of the toughest cowboys and cowgirls in the West? We’re on the hunt for chlii chefs with secret spices and flavors hotter than a branding iron. Bring your A-game and let your chili prowess shine as you compete for the coveted title of “Best Chili in Jackson Hole!” Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded for both Professional and Amateur categories. The deadline to register is April 30th. A maximum of 20 chili chefs will be accepted.
Best of the West Parade: Giddy up, partners! It’s time to show off your Western spirit and let your creativity run wild in the Best of the West Parade! Round up you co-workers and teammates to mosey down the streets of Jackson Hole promoting your business or organization. Whether you’re a local business, community group, sports team, or just a bunch of folks looking to celebrate your love of Jackson Hole, hitch your wagon to the Best of the West Parade and be a part of the spectacle that’ll have folks talking for years to come. All parade registration fees will be donated to a local non-profit, thanks to the generous support of Austin O’Bryhim State Farm Insurance. Register your participation by May 10.
Get ready to rustle up some fun between May 17 – 27 for Old West Days! Saddle up and join the excitement at events including:
- Elkfest Antler Auction
- Teton Powwow
- 22nd Annual High Noon Chili Cook-off
- Jackson Hole Restaurant Week
- Old West Days Seafood Boil on the Town Square
- Mountain Man Rendezvous
- Old West Days Ranch Tour
- Best of the West Parade
- Old West Brewfest
- Western Heritage Family Activities
- Jackson Hole Rodeo
- Memorial Day BBQ



Photos: JH Chamber of Commerce
The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Old West Days for our community. This is the only festival of the year that celebrates everything that makes Jackson Hole such a wonderful place to live and visit. Show off your Jackson Hole pride by participating in Old West Days this year.












