Upcoming events.

Free Community Events at Sunlight Sports - Cody, Wyoming

REGULAR PROGRAMS: - Thursday Pint Nights (weekly) - Support local youth outdoor nonprofits

Saturday Sun Days (summer hiking series) - Free guided local hikes, limited to 10 participants

Annual Community Night - Meet our nonprofit partners

All events hosted at 1131 Sheridan Ave, Cody, Wyoming No RSVP required for Pint Nights | Registration required for guided hikes

Pint Night!
Feb
12

Pint Night!

Every Thursday we host Pint Night at Sunlight Sports. If you own one of our limited-edition pint glasses, your beer or non-alcoholic beverage is free. Don't have a glass yet? You can purchase one at any Pint Night - 100% of the proceeds go directly to one of our five local nonprofit partners: Dano Youth Camps, Shoshone Backcountry Horsemen, Cody Archery Club, Park County Youth Cycling, and Park County Nordic Ski Association.

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Weekend Bakery Pop-Up at Sunlight Sports
Feb
21

Weekend Bakery Pop-Up at Sunlight Sports

Rebecca from Weekend Bakery is doing something incredible – she's donating all proceeds from her February 21st bakery boxes to Cody Cupboard, covering all her own costs, handling every detail, and asked us to simply host the pickup. This is community generosity at its best, and we're honored to be part of it.

The February box includes pistachio pinwheels, browned butter chocolate chip cookies, mini pavlova with berry curd and whipped cream, cream cheese and blackberry danish, and vanilla cake with cookie butter frosting and praline crunch. Plus key lime cookies available for walk-up orders that morning.

Pre-order starting February 7th. Pick up Saturday morning, February 21st at Sunlight Sports.

Order at https://www.hotplate.com/theweekendbakery63

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Telluride Mountainfilm
Mar
5

Telluride Mountainfilm

Sunlight Sports is sponsoring Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour, presented by Park County Citizens for Sustainability.

Mountainfilm is a documentary film festival that's been running since 1979, showcasing films about adventure, mountain culture, environmental issues, and what they call "indomitable spirit." The tour brings a curated collection of the festival's best-loved films to communities around the world – over 150 shows annually across six continents.

Start with us at 5:00 PM for pint night, then walk over to the Cody Theatre for the films. A Mountainfilm presenter will introduce each one – short documentaries covering everything from climbing and outdoor adventure to environmental preservation and mountain cultures.

Suggested donation at the door. Raffle to follow.

March 5th, 2026 Pint Night at Sunlight Sports: 5:00 PM Films at Cody Theatre: Doors 5:45 PM / Show 6:30 PM

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Trip Notes: Antarctica - Planning Your Trip to the 7th Continent Thursday, March 12th | 6:00 PM
Mar
12

Trip Notes: Antarctica - Planning Your Trip to the 7th Continent Thursday, March 12th | 6:00 PM

She'll share what the trip looks like on the ground - daily kayaking among icebergs, the polar plunge, walking on Antarctica, wildlife encounters with penguins and seals, and the science talks that happen onboard. And she'll cover the lessons learned and tips that only come from actually being there.

If Antarctica is on your bucket list but you don't know where to start, or you just want to hear what this trip is really like, come ask your questions.

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Trip Notes: Dead Indian Hill Recreation Area - What's Open Now, What's Coming Next | Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM
Mar
19

Trip Notes: Dead Indian Hill Recreation Area - What's Open Now, What's Coming Next | Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM

Sam Hochhalter from Friends of Shoshone Trails will walk us through the new recreation area on Dead Indian Hill - the groomed trail network that just opened this winter for nordic skiing, fat tire biking, and snowshoeing.

The area sits 30 minutes from Cody near the Chief Joseph Highway, with nearly 5 miles of groomed roads at elevations from 7,700 to 8,600 feet. You can ski with views of Sunlight Peak, the Beartooths, Cloud Peak, and the Pryors.

Sam will cover what's open now, what the summer trail plans look like, and where the project stands in the federal approval process. If you've been looking for a close-to-home alternative to Wood River or Pahaska, or you want to know how this could expand into a bigger trail system, this is your chance to hear it directly and ask questions.

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Trip Notes: Your First Backpacking Trip - Gear, Grizzlies, and 3 Local Routes Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM
Mar
26

Trip Notes: Your First Backpacking Trip - Gear, Grizzlies, and 3 Local Routes Thursday, March 19th | 6:00 PM

Most people think backpacking around here requires expensive gear, expert skills, and nerves of steel to deal with grizzlies. It doesn't.

We will walk you through three accessible overnight trips within 60 miles of Cody - places where you can test your comfort level, build skills, and actually enjoy yourself. We'll cover what gear you actually need (not what magazines say you need), how to think about wildlife safety without paranoia, and why just getting out on your first trip matters more than doing it perfectly.

If you've been thinking about backpacking but don't know where to start, or you're nervous about doing it solo or with kids, come ask questions. This is for people who want to go, not people who already went.

This presentation is part of our weekly Pint Night series. Every Thursday, we offer complimentary beer or non-alcoholic beverages to anyone with a Sunlight pint glass. Don't have one yet? You can purchase a limited-edition glass at the event - 100% of the proceeds go directly to one of our five local nonprofit partners that get kids outside. Since 2010, Pint Nights have helped contribute over $700,000 to youth outdoor programs in northwest Wyoming.

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Trip Notes: Planning and Hiking the Portuguese Camino
Feb
5

Trip Notes: Planning and Hiking the Portuguese Camino

Will and Theresa just got back from Europe last year, where they hiked the Portuguese Camino, the Fisherman's Trail, Cinque Terre, and more. They'll talk about how they pulled it off - segment hiking, traveling with a kid, staying on budget, and figuring out the logistics that make European hiking trips actually happen.

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Lost Wolves of Yellowstone Wednesday, January 29th | Pint Night at 5:00 PM | Film at 6:30 PM
Jan
29

Lost Wolves of Yellowstone Wednesday, January 29th | Pint Night at 5:00 PM | Film at 6:30 PM

Park County Citizens for Sustainability is screening the original IMAX documentary Lost Wolves of Yellowstone at the downtown Cody Theater. Start your evening at Sunlight for Pint Night at 5:00 PM, then walk down the street for the 6:30 PM screening.

The film uses footage lost for decades to document the 1995 wolf reintroduction - following the federal process and the people involved on all sides of the debate. Whether you lived through it or want to understand what happened, it's a piece of local history worth seeing.

Doors open at 6:00 PM at the Cody Theater.

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Yellowstone Lake By Kayak and Canoe
Jan
22

Yellowstone Lake By Kayak and Canoe

Cody local Jarren Kuipers will be sharing his adventures in some of the wildest parts of the park - the southern edge of Yellowstone Lake. Join us to check out some great stories, ask questions, and get tips for planning your own world-class trip in our own back yard.

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Wild and Scenic Film Fest Hosted By Park County Open Lands
Jan
15

Wild and Scenic Film Fest Hosted By Park County Open Lands

We’ll be hosting a pint night to benefit Park County Open Lands immediately preceding their showing of the Wild and Scenic Film Fest.

Park County Open Lands is a community-led program of the Jackson Hole Land Trust dedicated to

protecting the resilient open spaces, wildlife habitat, and working lands of Park County, Wyoming, for

current and future generations. Guided by an advisory council of long-time local residents, the program

empowers the community to actively participate in conserving Park County landscapes through voluntary

conservation easements. To learn more about the Park County Open Lands program and its commitment to

protecting the region's heritage, please visit jhlandtrust.org/PCOL.

Admission and a small popcorn and beverage are free thanks to the event’s sponsor,

Mooncrest Ranch. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Tickets are available at the door. Alternatively,

attendees traveling from remote communities, are welcome to reserve a seat in advance on our

website - A limited number of reserved seats will be available.The evening will feature an in-

person raffle with the chance to win a Lite View 56 mm Spotting Scope 56mm and Nocs

Provisions Tripod from Sunlight Sports! Attendees are also encouraged to begin the evening at

Pint Night at Sunlight Sports at 5pm, just a few doors down from the theatre. Buy a pint, and

100% of your purchase goes directly to supporting Park County Open Lands.

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Fundraiser for Meredith!
Dec
18

Fundraiser for Meredith!

Come in Thursday night to support one of own very favorite people, Meredith!  This weekend, our dear friend and long-time coworker Meredith Zajac, suffered a catastrophic loss as the barn that housed all of the necessary equipment for her business, Wyoming Horsemanship  Academy, burnt down. 

If you’ve been around the store at any time in the last few years, you know Meredith. She’s the cheery face that’s in our pint room every Thursday night, and leading our hikes every weekend during the summer.

So this Thursday’s Pint Night is all about gathering donations for Meredith and her family as they work to rebuild her barn, and her business.  Come in, have a beer, and throw some cash in the donation jar for Meredith.  We look forward to seeing you!

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Pint Night with Beartooth Trails!
Jul
10

Pint Night with Beartooth Trails!

This Thursday’s Pint Night features a group doing real work for trails we all use.

Beartooth Trails is based in Red Lodge, but if you’ve ever hiked in the Beartooths, chances are you’ve benefited from their efforts. They’re helping build and maintain a trail system that stretches across some of the wildest, most beautiful country in our region.

They’ll be in the shop from 5 to 8 to share what they’re working on and how you can get involved. Stop in, grab a drink, and say hi. It’s a good time to support good trails.

Want to know more? Here is how Beartooth Trails describe themselves..."Beartooth Trails is a nonprofit, volunteer-powered organization that advocates for connecting people to the outdoors, because we believe residents and visitors to Red Lodge should have access to adventures in every season. Originally formed in 2002 to operate the Red Lodge Nordic Center, our mission has expanded to year round operations. Our projects include grooming the West Fork Road for winter recreation, trail building and maintenance in partnership with the City of Red Lodge, the Beartooth Ranger District, and Red Lodge Mountain. We are also involved in active transportation projects around Red Lodge."

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Helinox Play Pint Night
Jun
26

Helinox Play Pint Night

Pint Night at Sunlight Sports
Every Thursday • 5 PM – 8 PM

We’re teaming up with Helinox for a Pint Night like no other—Thursday, June 26.

Helinox’s new Play Series is all about packable, portable fun for the campsite, backyard, or wherever your summer takes you. Think high-quality outdoor games that are just as easy to carry as their legendary chairs.

We’ll be running quick tournaments for each game. Win yours, and you’ll take home the game. Then you’ll face off against a Sunlight employee for a chance at a $50 gift card.

The games kick off at 6 pm, and the Helinox team will be on hand to keep things lively. Bring your game face. And your pint glass.

Bring your glass back any Thursday evening this summer and your drink’s on us.

No RSVP. No agenda. Just a relaxed evening with the outdoor community. Come hang out.

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Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes June 21st
Jun
21

Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes June 21st

Every Saturday • June 7 – August 23

We’re teaming up with Mountain Hardwear to bring you Saturday Sun Days—a summer hiking series designed to get you outside and exploring some of our favorite local trails.

FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 21st, we will be hiking the Greybull River Trail from the Jack Creek trailhead. It’s an intermediate hike, suitable for most hikers. Higher clearance vehicles are recommended.

Each hike is completely free and led by the Sunlight Sports crew. We’ll take care of the route planning, trail beta, and good vibes. You just show up ready to hike. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or just getting into it, there's a Sun Day for you.

Spots are limited to 10 hikers per week, so sign up early to secure your place. It’s the perfect way to discover new trails, meet fellow adventurers, and soak up some More Sun Days.

Let’s hit the trail. Together.

Sign up HERE

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Pint Night!
Jun
19

Pint Night!

Pint Night at Sunlight Sports
Every Thursday • 5 PM – 8 PM

Pint Night is our weekly celebration of community, cold beverages, and getting outside. Stop by the shop, grab a drink, and connect with friends new and old who share a love of trails, mountains, and fresh air.

Want to make it even better? Purchase one of our custom Pint Night glasses. Every dollar from your glass goes directly to one of our nonprofit partners working to get kids outside in Park County. You choose who your support goes to—we just make it easy.

Bring your glass back any Thursday evening this summer and your drink’s on us.

No RSVP. No agenda. Just a relaxed evening with the outdoor community. Come hang out.

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Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes
Jun
14

Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes

Every Saturday • June 7 – August 23

We’re teaming up with Mountain Hardwear to bring you Saturday Sun Days—a summer hiking series designed to get you outside and exploring some of our favorite local trails.

FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 14TH, WE WILL BE HIKING THE PAHASKA/SUNLIGHT TRAIL. It’s a beginning to intermediate hike, suitable for most hikers.

Each hike is completely free and led by the Sunlight Sports crew. We’ll take care of the route planning, trail beta, and good vibes. You just show up ready to hike. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or just getting into it, there's a Sun Day for you.

Spots are limited to 10 hikers per week, so sign up early to secure your place. It’s the perfect way to discover new trails, meet fellow adventurers, and soak up some More Sun Days.

Let’s hit the trail. Together.

Sign up HERE

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Pint Night!
Jun
12

Pint Night!

Pint Night at Sunlight Sports
Every Thursday • 5 PM – 8 PM

Pint Night is our weekly celebration of community, cold beverages, and getting outside. Stop by the shop, grab a drink, and connect with friends new and old who share a love of trails, mountains, and fresh air.

Want to make it even better? Purchase one of our custom Pint Night glasses. Every dollar from your glass goes directly to one of our nonprofit partners working to get kids outside in Park County. You choose who your support goes to—we just make it easy.

Bring your glass back any Thursday evening this summer and your drink’s on us.

No RSVP. No agenda. Just a relaxed evening with the outdoor community. Come hang out.

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Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes
Jun
7

Saturday Sun Days: Free Guided Hikes

Every Saturday • June 7 – August 23

We’re teaming up with Mountain Hardwear to bring you Saturday Sun Days—a summer hiking series designed to get you outside and exploring some of our favorite local trails.

FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 7TH, WE WILL BE HIKING GREEN CREEK. It’s an intermediate hike, suitable for most hikers.

Each hike is completely free and led by the Sunlight Sports crew. We’ll take care of the route planning, trail beta, and good vibes. You just show up ready to hike. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or just getting into it, there's a Sun Day for you.

Spots are limited to 10 hikers per week, so sign up early to secure your place. It’s the perfect way to discover new trails, meet fellow adventurers, and soak up some More Sun Days.

Let’s hit the trail. Together.

Sign up HERE

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Pint Night!
Jun
5

Pint Night!

Pint Night at Sunlight Sports
Every Thursday • 5 PM – 8 PM

Pint Night is our weekly celebration of community, cold beverages, and getting outside. Stop by the shop, grab a drink, and connect with friends new and old who share a love of trails, mountains, and fresh air.

Want to make it even better? Purchase one of our custom Pint Night glasses. Every dollar from your glass goes directly to one of our nonprofit partners working to get kids outside in Park County. You choose who your support goes to—we just make it easy.

Bring your glass back any Thursday evening this summer and your drink’s on us.

No RSVP. No agenda. Just a relaxed evening with the outdoor community. Come hang out.

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Benchmade Engraving Event
May
29

Benchmade Engraving Event

Bring your own Benchmade knife for custom engraving with whatever you choose, or buy one during the event, and have 10% of your purchase support one of our non-profit partners!

Our 2025 non-profit partners are :
Dano Youth Camps
Free wilderness backpacking trips that help kids build confidence, leadership, and a connection to nature.

Shoshone Backcountry Horsemen
Promotes backcountry stewardship and teaches horsemanship through hands-on youth education.

Cody Archery Club
Offers safe, skill-based archery programs for kids—from backyard beginners to young competitors.

Park County Youth Cycling
Gets kids moving on two wheels with fun, supportive cycling programs.

Park County Nordic Ski Association
Introduces kids to cross-country skiing and maintains miles of groomed winter trails.

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Community Night!
Apr
24

Community Night!

Join us for our annual party, celebrating the nonprofits who make our community better by helping get kids outside! Food, beverages and even some awesome giveaways!

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Public Lands Employee Appreciation Night
Mar
6

Public Lands Employee Appreciation Night

Public lands employees keep our trails clear, our parks open, and our wild spaces protected. They do the work that makes outdoor adventure possible, often without enough recognition or resources. With the recent cuts to federal land management agencies, their jobs just got even more challenging.

We think that deserves a thank you.

Join us at Sunlight Sports for Public Lands Employee Appreciation Night – an evening to celebrate the rangers, firefighters, maintenance crews, and everyone who care for the lands we love.

📍 Where: Sunlight Sports
📅 When: March 6th
🎉 Who: Open to all public lands employees and those who appreciate what they do.

Whether you’re a national park ranger, a Forest Service worker, a BLM staffer, a BuRec person, a state park or wildlife staff person, or part of a local conservation crew, this night is for you. Stop by, connect with others who share your passion, and let us show our appreciation for everything you do.

#PublicLandsHeroes #SunlightSports #AdventureTogether #SupportOurRangers #ThankYouPublicLands

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Climbing Blind II Film Screening and pint night
Feb
27

Climbing Blind II Film Screening and pint night

Join us for a special showing of Climbing Blind II, featuring British climber Jesse Dufton leading El Matador on Devils Tower – blind. Hosted by Zach Lentsch of Wyoming Mountain Guides (who helped support the climb), this is a story of skill, courage, and pure determination. It is one of the most incredible ascents ever documented, and we are excited to bring this screening to Cody’s climbing community.

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Avalanche Awareness Talk & Pint Night
Feb
13

Avalanche Awareness Talk & Pint Night

If you play in the mountains, avalanche safety should be on your radar. Beartooth Mountain Guides and the Friends of the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center are hosting a free Avalanche Awareness Talk at Sunlight Sports from 6–7 PM. This is a great opportunity to sharpen your knowledge and stay safer in the backcountry. Stick around after for Pint Night, because a little après never hurts.

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Pint Night!
May
16

Pint Night!

Hey Cody! Want to get a jump on the weekend, enjoy a delicious drink, and help local kids experience the wonders of the outdoors? Sunlight Sports Pint Night is the place to be!

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Pint Night!
May
9

Pint Night!

Hey Cody! Want to get a jump on the weekend, enjoy a delicious drink, and help local kids experience the wonders of the outdoors? Sunlight Sports Pint Night is the place to be!

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