Kemmerer-Diamondville events are the perfect way to experience the area’s charm and hospitality! Mark your calendars—we hope you can join us in Fossil Basin!
FEATURED EVENTS
Kemmerer Lions Club Ice Fishing Derby
2026 Event Cancelled
The Kemmerer Lions Club Ice Fishing Derby draws anglers from all over the region to compete for prizes and enjoy a fun-filled day on the ice. The event takes place each February over Presidents’ Day weekend on Lake Viva Naughton. The derby offers a variety of categories and prizes, including daily and hourly big fish prizes.
All proceeds from the derby go towards supporting the community projects and charitable initiatives of the Kemmerer Lions Club, making it a great opportunity to have fun while giving back.
Oyster Ridge Music Festival
July 24-25, 2026
Every July, Kemmerer hosts Wyoming’s largest free music festival, Oyster Ridge Music Festival. The festival is dedicated to bringing world-class entertainment to the thousands of music lovers that attend the event.
Artists that have performed at the festival in the past include Trampled by Turtles, Mountain Heart, The Steeldrivers, Young Dubliners, The Ballroom Thieves, and many more. The 2025 lineup includes Arkansauce, Pixie & the Partygrass Boys, Bob Lefevre & the Already Gone, Tonewood String Band, The Sweet Lillies, Maygen & The Birdwatcher, Kessinger Brothers, and more.
The intimate setting of the Oyster Ridge Music Festival along with the good food, good people, and great music, make it an enjoyable experience for music lovers.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Pedigree Stage Stop Race: Kemmerer
February 4, 2026
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FossilFest
June 19-20, 2026
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Kemmerer Fossil & Mineral Expo
June TBD 2026
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JC Penney Golden Rule Day Community Picnic
August TBD, 2026
Airport Fly-in & Car Show
September TBD, 2026
Interested in hosting an event in Kemmerer-Diamondville? Get in touch with the South Lincoln Training & Event Center.