History, Legend & Lore
From Fort Fetterman to Glenrock's Deer Creek Museum, Wyoming's past comes alive at the museums & historic sites scattered across Converse County!
The Paleon Museum
The little town of Glenrock has a surprising past. It was once roamed by dinosaurs! Visit the museum or participate in an actual dinosaur dig with their "DIG SCHOOL"
Ayers Natural Bridge & Park
This magnificent rare rock formation is one of three natural bridges spanning over water in the nation. The park is a local favorite for picnics, hiking and swimming.
Wyoming State Fair & Rodeo
Mark your calendars for Wyoming's PREMIER SUMMER EVENT the 111th Wyoming State Fair in Douglas on
August 12-16, 2025
Discover Douglas & Glenrock
Whether planning a family vacation, a road trip with friends, or a romantic getaway Converse County is a great place to visit. Enjoy world-class outdoor recreation, fun events like the Wyoming State Fair, shopping, dining, historic sites and more. Come make some memories!
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Must-see spots to visit while in the Douglas & Glenrock area!
Outdoor Recreation
Looking for an epic outdoor adventure? We have all kinds of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. Discover wildlife, state parks, public lands and miles of trails to traverse. Bring your camera and make some memories!
Collectible Stickers Hunt
While you're out exploring Douglas & Glenrock make sure to keep an eye out for free collectible Jackalope Stickers at participating area businesses & attractions!
Community
Cowboy Christmas and Fire on Main Street Chili Cook-Off every year the weekend before Thanksgiving.
This year it is Nov 21 and 22, 2025 at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds.
WYOMING MADE PRODUCTS!
| Event Date | 11-21-2025 |
| Event End Date | 11-22-2025 |
FIRE ON MAIN STREET CHILI COOK-OFF
Get out your best chili recipe! November 22, in conjunction with Cowboy Christmas, Main Street Douglas will host the Fire on Main Street Chili Cook-Off. Proceeds from the event support downtown Douglas projects and activities. If you’re not a chef, consider coming and sampling the year’s entries. Read the RULES HERE.
| Event Date | 11-22-2025 |
| Event End Date | 11-22-2025 |
Mingle & Jingle Downtown Douglas
Get into the holiday spirit at Main Street Douglas' annual Mingle & Jingle community Christmas party! Join us downtown for a festive celebration featuring a Christmas parade, the lighting of Jackalope Square, cozy fire pits, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa. Enjoy music, caroling, and The Polar Express Christmas at the Depot. Bring the family for a fun scavenger hunt, while you shop, dine, and explore pop-up shops throughout downtown.
| Event Date | 12-05-2025 |
| Event End Date | 12-06-2025 |
Christmas at the Depot 2025 is December 6th - 7th in Douglas, Wyoming.
The Douglas Railroad Museum and Visitor Center is housed in the historic FE & MV Railroad Passenger Depot.
Admission is FREE, but seating is limited.
| Event Date | 12-06-2025 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | 12-07-2025 4:00 pm |
The Wyoming State Fair is back in Douglas, Wyoming is the place to be August 11-15! Enjoy live musict a two night PRCA rodeo, a WSF State Championship Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Carnival, Vendors and much more!
| Event Date | 08-11-2026 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | 08-15-2026 10:00 pm |
The Wyoming State Fair is back in Douglas, Wyoming is the place to be August 17-21! Enjoy live musict a two night PRCA rodeo, a WSF State Championship Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Carnival, Vendors and much more!
| Event Date | 08-17-2027 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | 08-21-2027 10:00 pm |
The Wyoming State Fair is back in Douglas, Wyoming is the place to be August 15-19! Enjoy live musict a two night PRCA rodeo, a WSF State Championship Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Carnival, Vendors and much more!
| Event Date | 08-15-2028 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | 08-19-2028 10:00 pm |
About Converse County
Discover Our Wild Western History & Scenic Beauty
Welcome to Converse County, Wyoming! While you're here you can take some time to discover the area sites. In Douglas, you'll want to visit the historic downtown area where you can dine, shop and snap a photo with the jackalope statue in Jackalope Square. You can also stop by the visitors center to pick up a visitors guide or map. Glenrock has an amazing dinosaur museum, a historic hotel & dining room called the Hotel Higgins an expansive city park with a historic train bridge over the river. There is a lot more to explore too. We hope you enjoy your visit!
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