Events
Monthly Activity Calendar
Arc events are open to members, their families/providers, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Weekly events are free to anyone with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. There may be an additional cost for some events. The non-member cost is $5.00 unless otherwise noted.
Featured Arc Events
44th Annual Capitol Tree Lighting — "Frosty Wonderland"
Help us deck the Capitol Christmas tree!
The Arc of Laramie County is collecting handmade ornaments from children and adults with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities across Wyoming for the 44th Annual Capitol Tree Lighting. We encourage people with AND without disabilities to create ornaments together — promoting friendship and inclusion.
This Year’s Theme: “Frosty Wonderland”
Celebrating the crisp, sparkling beauty of a frosty winter’s day.
Ornament Ideas:
- Frosty snowmen and snow globes
- Delicate frost patterns and lacy snowflakes
- Sparkling icicles and frozen ponds
- Bundled-up winter animals (polar bears, penguins, snowy owls, arctic foxes)
- Frosted pine trees and snow-dusted branches
- Jack Frost and frosty windowpanes
- Or anything that captures a crisp, frosty winter chill!
How to Submit Ornaments:
- Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026 — late submissions will not make it onto the tree
- Mail to: P.O. Box 1812, Cheyenne, WY 82003
- Drop-off: Call 307-632-1209 to arrange
- Note: We cannot pick up ornaments. Drop-off containers will not be returned.
- Names: First names only, please
Tree Lighting Ceremony:
- Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Wyoming State Capitol, Cheyenne
- Cost: FREE and open to the public
Join us to see the tree in all its “Frosty Wonderland” glory!
Questions? Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or [email protected].
Arc Events
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts
Join your friends for an afternoon of creativity at Arts & Crafts!
This event is free and open to all, with priority sign-up for Arc members. Space is limited to 20 people.
Details:
- Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (No entry before 12:45 PM)
- Location: Cheyenne Moose Lodge, 1019 South Greeley Hwy, Cheyenne, WY
- Cost: FREE
- Entry: Please use the double doors on the back side of the building
Registration:
RSVP required — call 307-632-1209. Priority given to Arc members.
Questions? Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or [email protected].
Arc Dance Party
Dance Party
Join your friends for an afternoon of music and fun at the Arc Dance Party!
This event is free and open to all. No RSVP required — just show up and dance!
Details:
- Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (No entry before 12:45 PM)
- Location: Cheyenne Moose Lodge, 1019 South Greeley Hwy, Cheyenne, WY
- Cost: FREE
- Entry: Please use the double doors on the back side of the building
Questions? Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or [email protected].
Dinner & Board Game 2026
Dinner and Board Games Night
Join us for an evening of dinner and team games at The Cheyenne Moose.
This month, we will spotlight Family Feud – can your team guess the top survey answers?!
October 28, 2026
Schedule
Dinner: 5:30 PM | Games: 6:00 PM
No entry before 5:30 PM due to dinner preparation.
Cost
Dinner: $12.00 (individual) | Team games: Free
Who’s welcome
Members, family, caretakers, support staff, and friends. No experience necessary — just show up ready to play.
RSVP required. The Arc needs an accurate headcount for The Cheyenne Moose. A minimum of 5 RSVPs is required for the event to proceed.
Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Join your Arc family for a spooky-fun Movie Night featuring the classic film The Nightmare Before Christmas!
This event is free and open to all. No RSVP required — just show up and enjoy the show!
Details:
- Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (No entry before 12:45 PM)
- Location: Cheyenne Moose Lodge, 1019 South Greeley Hwy, Cheyenne, WY
- Cost: FREE
- Entry: Please use the double doors on the back side of the building
Popcorn and drinks will be provided. 🍿
Questions? Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or [email protected].
The Arc's Twilight Halloween Party
Grab your garlic (just kidding, that’s the other kind of vampire story) — this year’s Halloween Party has a Twilight theme! 🌙
Join us for a spooky-sweet afternoon celebrating all things Forks, Washington — and a very special occasion: Bella and Edward are celebrating 20 years of marriage! Come help us toast to the happy (eternal) couple!
Come As Your Favorite Character — Any Costume Welcome!
Team Edward or Team Jacob? Show us your best Bella, Alice, Emmett, or even a member of the Volturi! Any costume is welcome — Twilight or not! Come as a witch, a superhero, your favorite movie character, or whatever makes you happy. Don’t want to dress up? That’s completely okay too — just come as you are and join the fun.
What to Expect:
- Twilight-themed games and trivia
- Twilight-themed carved pumpkins (think sparkly vampires, wolf silhouettes, and the Cullen crest!)
- Dancing all afternoon long
Details:
- Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Cheyenne Moose Lodge, 1019 South Greeley Hwy, Cheyenne, WY
- Cost: FREE — No RSVP needed, just show up!
Snack Bags Available for Purchase:
$3 for members / $5 for non-members — each bag includes chips, a fruit snack, cookies, and a special packed sugar-free fruit punch. Limited to the first 75 people, so grab yours early! Gluten-free options available. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate sugar-free requests for other snack items.
Questions? Contact The Arc at 307-632-1209 or [email protected].
We can’t wait to see you there — sparkles, fangs, or neither! 🧡
An Arc Christmas Party
Christmas Party 2026 — SOLD OUT
Join your Arc family for our annual Christmas Party celebration!
This year’s party features a delicious buffet-style meal, festive fun, and time to celebrate the season together.
Menu:
Choice of Red Wine Braised Beef Brisket or Herb Roasted Chicken with Lemon Pan Jus, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, honey-glazed carrots, a crisp side salad, fresh dinner rolls with butter, and warm butter toffee mini bundt cakes for dessert. Lemonade and ice water provided. Gluten-free and vegan options available upon request. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate sugar-free desserts.
Details:
- Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Time: Check-in begins at 11:15 AM | Party runs until 3:00 PM
- Location: LCCC Clay Pathfinder Building, 1400 E. College Dr., Cheyenne, WY
- Cost: $25 for Arc members | $35 for non-members
- Status: SOLD OUT
Important Information:
- Each Arc member may bring up to two additional guests (not including staff)
- Staff members must also purchase a ticket and should sign up at the same time as the individual(s) they support
- Tickets are transferable but non-refundable
- If you or your guest needs accessible seating, please let us know
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!