The Trailing of the Sheep Festival is a genuine celebration of sheepherding traditions in Idaho’s Wood River Valley. Imagine herds of sheep parading proudly, interactive workshops on knitting and natural dyeing, and tastings of local cuisine, all in a festive and welcoming atmosphere. Local herders gather to share their skills, and the sheep parade, which marks the start of the event, draws large crowds. It’s a festival that blends tradition with modernity, offering everyone the chance to delve into Idaho’s herding world.
Practical information — Trailing of the Sheep Festival
- Location : Ketchum, ID
- 2026 dates : 2026-10-07 → 2026-10-11
- Program : concerts
- Official website : trailingofthesheep.org
Getting to Ketchum
By bus
- Parkside & Lewis St.
- Parkside & Lewis St.
About Trailing of the Sheep Festival
Ketchum is a city located in Blaine County, Idaho, in the United States. Founded in 1880, it is situated in the Wood River Valley at an elevation of 1,784 meters. With a population of 3,551 in 2020, Ketchum is approximately 15 kilometers south of Hailey, where the Friedman Memorial Airport is located. This city offers a variety of activities such as fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and tennis, and is adjacent to Sun Valley, sharing the same ski mountain, Bald Mountain.
Source : Wikipedia
Where to stay near Ketchum, ID
- Sun Valley Inn
Where to eat near Ketchum, ID
- Smokey Mountain Pizza
- Sawtooth Club
- Michel’s Christiania — 303 Walnut Avenue 83340 Ketchum
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