It's hard to believe that the tragic attack and events of 9/11 happened 25 years ago. Yet, here we are.

For those in Wyoming, there will be remembrances and memorial services across the Cowboy State. Here is a list so you can find one near you.

Jackson Hole Town Square Ceremony: Begins at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, on the Town Square with local emergency responders leading a public commemoration (Teton County Alerts).

Snow King Hill Climb (Jackson): Held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the base of Snow King Mountain, inviting participants to hike a 1,500-foot climb honoring first responders, accompanied by a community barbecue (Teton County Alerts).

Casper 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb: Scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, with check-in at 7:30 a.m. and an opening ceremony at 8:30 a.m. at the Ford Wyoming Center, where participants climb stairs or walk arena laps to represent the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.

Lander 9/11 Ceremony and Recognition: Takes place at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the Lander Volunteer Fire Department, organized by American Legion Post #33 and VFW Post #954 (City of Lander).

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Sam Haut, Townsquaremedia

Cheyenne: The 90th Missile Wing hosts an annual 9/11 memorial ceremony and remembrance ruck march on base. To begin at 7:59 a.m. MT. Honor guard presentation of colors, speeches.

Laramie: Held in the morning at 9:00 AM in front of Laramie City Hall (near the corner of Fourth Street and Ivinson Avenue, close to Fire Station 1), featuring an honor guard presentation, a flag ceremony, and commemorative remarks from local fire officials and chaplains. Held in the evening, beginning at 6:00 PM at the University of Wyoming's Arena-Auditorium, where participants symbolically climb the equivalent of 110 stories to honor the fallen emergency workers of September 11, 2001.

Gillette: 69/11 Remembrance Opening Ceremony Date: Friday, September 11, 2026Time: 6:00 p.m. (Race-day registration 4:00–5:30 p.m.) 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Location: Thunder Basin High School Bolts Stadium Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 (Registration opens at 7:00 a.m., event starts at 8:00 a.m) Hosted by: CCFD Fire Battalion. Participants ascend bleacher steps or walk the track in honor of first responders who lost their lives. A short opening ceremony precedes the climb. It is free, open to the public, and requires a filled-out waiver.

Wyoming's Vintage Rail Restorations

Out in a corner of southeast Wyoming, working from old nuclear missile silos, old trains and train cars are being restored.

Vintage Rail Restorations is a specialized firm dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic railroad equipment, including passenger cars, cabooses, and vintage locomotives.

Visit their Facebook page at this link to see more.

Gallery Credit: Glenn Woods