Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale

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Arts & CultureCody
Dates14–19 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration6 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsThe show is deliberately kept small and
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale in Cody

The Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale is a juried exhibition of contemporary Western, wildlife, and sculptural art held each September at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming. Limited to a select roster of nationally recognized artists, the show pairs gallery viewing with a live sale and awards program.

The Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale grew out of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West's role as one of the country's foremost institutions dedicated to Western American art and history, a complex of museums in Cody, Wyoming built around the legacy of the town's founder, William F.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The show is deliberately kept small and juried rather than open to all comers, historically limited to around one hundred applicants, which concentrates the exhibition around a genuinely high caliber of nationally recognized Western and wildlife artists rather than a broad open-call art fair

02

The mystery stays covered

Its home at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, one of the country's leading museums of Western American art and history, gives the show institutional weight beyond what a standalone gallery event could offer, situating contemporary artwork inside a museum built around Buffalo Bill Cody's own history and the broader story of the American West

03

The city starts moving

Prize categories, including dedicated sculpture awards alongside painting prizes, and meaningful prize money have made the show a genuine career event for participating artists, not merely a sales opportunity

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

limited-entry format

Water and renewal

Living ritual

dedicated painting and sculpture prize categories

The sacred route

Living ritual

and a preview reception ahead of public sale are recurring elements of the show each September

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

14–19 September 2026

Getting around

Getting to Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.

What to wear

The opening reception typically calls for smart or cocktail attire, while general show viewing during museum hours is casual.

Safety

Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale is best approached as a guest: follow local crowd guidance and avoid blocking participants.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Cody.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map44.53 N, 109.06 WOpen in Google Maps

Cody, WY

Nearest airportCOD — Yellowstone Regional
TransportGetting to Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Cody.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale?

Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale is listed for 14–19 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale take place?

The festival is listed in Cody, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

6 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Dates confirmed in curated data. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Cody, WY

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed dates14–19 September 2026
Source statusDates confirmed in curated data
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