Teton Tattle #20

The 20th edition of the “Teton Tattle” — wild, right?

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Teton Takes

1️⃣ Lodging Tax Increase?

Wyoming already charges a 5% lodging tax on hotels, motels, rentals, and more. That breaks down to 3% heading to the State’s Office of Tourism, and 2% staying right here in Teton County. 60% of the revenue for the 2% tax is earmarked for Jackson Hole’s Tourism Board, and the rest is reinvested to mitigate the impact of visitors.

Now, hold onto your hats: Teton County officials are flirting with the idea of adding another 2% local lodging tax.

No, you didn’t read that wrong; that is double the local take, all in the name of keeping up with rising costs and funding tourism-smart projects. A special vote was tabled this summer, but the conversation got punted to next November. Talks will percolate during the off‑season. Cue cozy winter fireside chats with town councils.

Why? With construction costs soaring, caps on property tax revenue, and a growing “tourist-burden vs. local-pockets” conversation, leaders see the extra lodging tax as a way to sustain services without hiking property taxes, which, let’s face it, would make homeowners clutch their wallets harder.

So…what’s a visitor to think?

Will that extra 2% feel like pocket lint in a luxury accommodation or a bump that might make you sniff and mutter, “Honestly, you get what you pay for….views, vibes, and wildlife.”

Either way, it’s a clever (and cheeky) move. There is a tipping point here when it comes to taxes and fees. Just ask Las Vegas, which has seen a massive drop in visitors over the past few years. I am not comparing Jackson clientele to Vegas, but the principle of fee after fee, along with years of inflation, will reach a breaking a point, even in Jackson Hole.

2️⃣ Jackson Real Estate Trends - Q2 2025

Real estate isn’t just a hot topic in Jackson, it’s the topic. And, shocking absolutely no one, the latest numbers show no sign of prices or activity cooling down.

We’re in the middle of a generational migration away from America’s big cities, and nothing is slowing it. The people who can afford Jackson will always see it as a prime real estate target. Meanwhile, younger buyers are getting priced out of city living and looking to escape the crime, cost, and chaos of urban life.

For many, Jackson itself is out of reach, but nearby communities and other states with similar outdoor-driven economies and ultra-friendly tax environments are booming as a result. The ripple effect is real, and it’s helping explain why growth in our region (and beyond) isn’t going away anytime soon.

Market Highlights

Luxury Market: The $10M Club is Booming

• 15 sales above $10M in the first six months — already surpassing all of 2024’s total.

• 11 of those were single-family homes.

• This segment’s growth represents a 150% increase over last year.

By Property Type

Single-Family Homes

Condominiums / Townhomes

Land & Ranches

Data is sourced from Sotheby’s latest report

3️⃣ Art Fair Jackson Hole - This Weekend

• Dates: August 15–17, 2025

• Fair Open to the Public:
   • Friday & Saturday: 10am–5:30pm
   • Sunday: 10am–4:30pm

• Admission: $6/day (kids 12 & under free!)

• Location: Art Association Campus at The Center Park, 265 S Cache St.

Teton Tattle reader Kim Friedrich will have her work on display this weekend at the Art Fair. Below are samples of her work:

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🫎 AUGUST EVENTS IN JACKSON

🍻 August 14: Snake River Brewing Music Series: Jamie Hansen
Cold brews and Jamie’s tunes, 5–8 p.m.

🍻 August 14: Chamber Mixer at the Mangy Moose

🎸 August 14: The Center Presents: Ben Folds With Special Guest Lindsey Kraft

✏️ August 14: Western Scholars Talk: The Five Things Indians Say

⛳️ August 15: Jackson Hole Elks Charity Classic - 2 Person Golf Scramble

🖼️ August 15–17: Jackson Hole Art Fair
Family-friendly art fest with music, food, and demos.

🖼️ August 15–17: Teton Arts & Antiques Fair
Treasure hunting in Teton Village.

🥞 August 17: Sunday Brunch in Jackson

🎶 August 17: King Concert Series: Marcus King Band
Gritty Southern soul at Snow King’s summit.

🎸 August 17: High Step Society - Concerts On The Commons Resort

🍻 August 18: Snake River Brewing Music Series: Brendan Nolan
Live Irish-tinged Americana from 5–8 p.m

🎤 August 19: Open Mic Sessions at The Virginian Saloon

🎶 August 19: King Concert Series: Wilco
Alt-rock royalty headlines Snow King. Gondola ride included.

🍔 August 21: Hole Food Rescue's Million Pound Party

🍖 August 22: A Yellowstone BBQ Supporting Slow Food in the Tetons

🎭 August 22 & 23: GTMF presents Hansel & Gretel
Opera night at Walk Festival Hall. 6 p.m. $40 adults/$5 kids.

🍻 August 23: Bikes and Brews at JHMR
Ride hard, sip harder. 20 breweries, trails, music, and mountain fun.

🥞 August 24: Sunday Brunch in Jackson

🎶 August 24: King Concert Series: Damian & Stephen Marley
Reggae royalty atop Snow King.

🎶 August 26: Mihali at the Mangy Moose Saloon

🦬 August 26: Wyoming Wildlife Federation Presents Wildlife on Tap

🚴 August 30: The Rendezvous Enduro at JHMR
Montana Enduro Series rolls into Jackson.

🎶 August 31: King Concert Series: Kaleo
Icelandic rock under Wyoming stars.

RECURRING EVENTS

🐂 The Jackson Hole Rodeo takes place every Wednesday and Saturday at 8:00 PM.

🔫 Jackson Hole Shootout: Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 6 pm in Jackson’s Town Square (Corner of Deloney Ave. and Center St.)

🚠 The Deck at Piste
The high-altitude happy hour takes place Sunday–Thursday, 5–8:30 p.m., with live music starting at 5:30.

🎵 Music on Main Every Thursday (Victor, ID)
Free outdoor concerts just over the pass in Victor. Family friendly, fun guaranteed.

🍎 Jackson Hole Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday on Town Square, 8 a.m.–Noon, through September 27. Bring cash, bags, and an appetite.

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