Sun Valley is not only renowned for its outdoor adventures but also for its vibrant art and culture scene. From captivating art galleries showcasing local and international talent to cultural events that celebrate music, theater, and dance, Sun Valley offers experiences for enthusiasts and visitors alike. The area's cultural landscape is further enriched by festivals, workshops, and community gatherings that foster creativity and appreciation for the arts.
Arts & Culture
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Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival.
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Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival.
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Sun Valley Symphony.
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Sun Valley Symphony.
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Wagon Days.
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Wagon Days.
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Hailey Days of the Old West.
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Hailey Days of the Old West.
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The Festival takes place at Atkinson Park, which is in the community core and a few blocks from downtown Ketchum. This grassy park adjoining Hemingway Elementary School is a hub for both tourists and locals alike.
The Ketchum/Sun Valley area is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, and is brimming with culture and nightlife. Go fly fishing on the world-famous Silver Creek, the Big Wood River, or the Big Lost River, learn about the latest art exhibitions at the Sun Valley Center for the Arts, hike in the Sawtooth Mountains, water ski on Redfish or Alturas Lakes, bike on 400 miles of the best single-tracks in the U.S., attend an outdoor concert and of course visit the Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival.
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The Sun Valley Summer Symphony now known as the Sun Valley Music Festival, is the largest privately funded symphony in the United States. For three weeks the Symphony’s free classical music concerts are the center of social life in Sun Valley. Friends & families join forces, pack delectable picnic spreads and flock to the Sun Valley Pavilion for one of the area’s quintessential summer experiences. Well-seasoned patrons know that there a few tricks to maximizing your symphony experience. We’ve tapped in to a few of those secrets and compiled an insider’s guide to the Sun Valley Summer Symphony to make your experience the best it can be.
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Celebrates the region's history and heritage. This event features a parade with horse-drawn wagons, showcasing the area's Western traditions and pioneer roots. Wagon Days attracts both locals and visitors, offering a glimpse into Ketchum's past through various activities, exhibits, and performances.
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Enjoy the celebration of a classic American parade on Main Street with local restaurants serving up their specialties, visit the Blue Cow Antique Fair, and three days of Sawtooth Rangers Rodeo ending with a big fireworks show, it’s no wonder Hailey has been called one of the best places to celebrate the Fourth of July in the West!