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Back-to School in Downtown Casper

With school having resumed over the last two or so weeks, we here at the Downtown Development Authority of Casper want to make sure everyone — of all ages — is ready for those next nine months of the school year! School shopping is not always an easy task, especially for those who are not “avid shoppers.” However, living in Casper, Wyoming, can make back-to-school shopping interesting and fun with a variety of different stores from your local business owners! If you’re not needing some back-to-school gear, these stores will have you fall lovers ready for the new season with weather-friendly fashion, home goods, coffee, and a comfortable place to watch the leaves change colors!

Floral Rhino

Downtown Casper’s Floral Rhino is a store for all your trendy needs! This stylish shop, with esthetic wall and shelf decor, clothes, hats, bags, Wyoming-related gear, and even a section for your little ones, will not have you leaving empty-handed. If you prefer a boho-chic look or some western-based wear, there is no limit to the styles you will find. Not only will you find clothes for the ever-changing Wyoming weather, but you’ll also find all the accompanying accessories to top off your unique look. For those Wyoming Football lovers, you’ll discover the ‘Cowboy Joe’ section to be quite apt to your fancy. However, if back-to-school is your sole reason for shopping here, you’ll discover the comfort and style in nearly all of the pieces featured throughout this beautiful boutique.

The Fall Decor You Need!

Who doesn’t love a simple monochromatic fall-inspired look for your home? Or a classic, bohemian wall hanging with accompanying plants? If you’re in the market for some elegant and simple wall decor, shelf decor, and other small decorations to top off your home’s style, be sure to browse around the shop for your new homeware needs. It will not disappoint.

Wind City Books

Wind City Books, just across Center Street from the Floral Rhino, will have all book-lovers alike exhilarated by their endless range of literature (and yes, MORE!) If you go in-store or look at their website, you will not miss the wide range of books you can find there of all disciplines whether it be self-help and how-to, young adult, or History! Check out the photo below to see the abundance of books across multiple shelves and stands.

This book store has all your reading wants and needs and also includes a great kids section in the back (next to an incredible in-house coffee shop ☕️). They also feature many book and literature-related events during the month such as book signings, book talks, and book launches for all of the latest and popular publications!

Back-to-school month does not always have to mean busy schedules, school supply shopping, and homework. Take advantage of your local stores, hangouts, and restaurants to take the back-to-school blues away and spend a day (or part of the day) in your favorite parts of downtown Casper. Best of luck to students and educators alike in your next school year!

Bottles, Brunch & Beartrap

August entails a variety of family-related festivities! On this day, we are celebrating American Family Day here in #mydowntownCasper with a fun-packed day for everyone of all ages to enjoy. Whether you like bottomless mimosas, delicious sweet and savory brunch, or concerts of varied genres, we have the day mapped out for you!

Where Do We Begin? Brunch.

A Sunday mimosa!

Eggington’s has been a Casper staple for many years. Whether you enjoy the Triple Berry French Toast or the Huevos Eggington’s, they have options for everyone (even for our gluten-free friends!) To top off the delectable meal, Eggington’s offers the fresh berry-filled Wyoming Mimosa and Bloody Marys galore! You will not want to miss this first stop. If you’re unsure, check out their menu and you will surely be satisfied!

Checkpoint #2: The Bourgeois Pig.

A delicious latte!

The Bourgeois Pig’s motto is to be your unique coffee shop. With eclectic decor, delicious freshly baked goods, and even more enticing coffee options, this is a stop you have to make. Not only do they have the options to satisfy any appetite — whether your’s or your kids’ — they also have entertainment and lounging areas to be, “Casper’s unofficial living room.” This Sunday, the Bourgeois Pig will be featuring an event called “Beats + Treats.” This event will go from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and will feature a live, local DJ, Slim Timmy from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Doesn’t that sound like music to your ears? Well, there’s more. The Bourgeois Pig will also have bottomless drinks and delicious goodies to enjoy during the show! Everyone of all ages should join for just the beginning of a day full of music and food from some of our favorite Casper joints.

We’re Full… What’s Next?

After enjoying brunch, coffee, bottomless, or even a mix of the three, it is time to head up to Casper Mountain for Beartrap Summer Festival. At Beartrap Meadow, you will find a day of live music (free to kids under the age of 12), food, drinks, and more! The weather this weekend will be hot so prepare with sunscreen, water, and a safe ride! One of our local downtown favorites will be featured at the festival as well, Backwards Distilling Company. If you enjoyed the DJ set at the Bourgeois Pig, come, sit back with your lawn chair, and enjoy a variety of performers! The Beartrap Summer Festival will have music beginning at 10:00 AM with the headliner, Jo Dee Messina, beginning at 4:15 PM. Get your tickets on their website!

With the school year approaching and limited time to enjoy the beautiful, summery Wyoming weather with your friends and family, take advantage of this busy, brunch-y, bottomless day and share with us what you’re doing in #mydowntowncasper! We hope to see you there.