Set into a scenic butte overlooking the National Elk Refuge, the 50,000-square-foot National Museum of Wildlife Art showcases nature-inspired pieces from paintings to sculptures in its 12 galleries. The venue caters to groups with several meeting-friendly spaces, from its AV-equipped Lynne and Jack Fritz Conference Room and its Members Lounge, complete with windows overlooking the refuge, to its 200-seat auditorium. www.wildlifeart.org
Bar-T-Five Covered Wagon Cookout and Wild West Show
Offering a truly Wild West experience, the Bar-T-Five Covered Wagon Cookout and Wild West Show presents groups with dinner and entertainment in a unique setting from May through September. Upon arrival, groups of up to 175 people load up into old-fashioned covered wagons for a two-mile journey into Cache Creek Canyon for barbecue chicken and corn on the cob under a covered pavilion while musical, comedic and dramatic entertainers showcase their talents on stage. www.bart5.com
The Blue Lion
Located a few blocks from Jackson’s Town Square, The Blue Lion has been a local favorite for the past 29 years. The restaurant specializes in American dishes such as rack of lamb, green curry prawns and grilled elk tenderloin; and opens its upstairs level to groups of 20 from October to June each year. Planners can also rent out the entire restaurant for up to 50 people. www.bluelionrestaurant.com
The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar
Roundin’ up locals since 1937, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar welcomes visitors with its laid-back atmosphere, saddle-clad bar stools and mouthwatering ribs. The Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse sits below the bar and both venues entertain groups of various sizes. Planners can rent out the bar for a group of up to 250 people and use the restaurant to cater the event and can also secure out the restaurant for a group of up to 80 people. www.milliondollarcowboybar.com
