| Bring your appetite and your adventurous spirit to The Great Chow Down Food Week at Jellystone Park! This deliciously fun celebration is packed with mouthwatering activities, tasty competitions, and plenty of chances to gather around the table with family and friends. It's a full week dedicated to food, flavor, and fun — guaranteed to satisfy every camper's cravings. The festivities kick off with sizzling campfire cooking demos, where families can learn new recipes and outdoor cooking tips to try at their own campsites. Guests can also show off their skills in our family bake-offs, whipping up everything from gooey brownies to creative campfire pies. Throughout the week, the park will come alive with food truck nights, featuring a variety of local vendors serving up everything from sweet treats to savory eats. For those who love a little friendly competition, don't miss our Build the Best Sandwich and Tallest Food Tower. Tastings will be judged by park staff so make it with love! Kids can get creative with food crafts, from pasta necklaces to candy art, and join in on cupcake decorating contests, s'mores competitions, and silly food-themed games like egg relays and watermelon seed spitting. Foodies of all ages can stop by our tasting stations, sampling everything from local jams and honey to campfire favorites, while swapping recipes and cooking tips around the fire. With food trucks, creative food crafts, and plenty of sweet and savory moments, The Great Chow Down Food Week is a celebration you won't want to miss! |
Aug 24, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Cindy Bear™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the gaga ball court for a fun activity and a great time together. Come ready to play, laugh, and enjoy a little friendly competition!
Location: Gaga Ball Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Warm up those vocal cords and join us at the Train Stop for a sing‑along ride full of fun and laughter! 🎶✨ Yogi Bear™ will be on the first ride only, so don’t miss your chance to wave and sing along. Additional rides will continue afterwards, keeping the music and smiles rolling down the tracks! 🌟🚂🐻
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Get crafty with our Pasta Necklace activity! Kids will color and decorate different pasta shapes, then string them together to create their very own wearable masterpiece. It’s an easy, colorful craft that lets every camper design a necklace as unique as they are.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Keep your eyes open and your smiles ready… our friendly campground bears are out exploring! They’re roaming around looking for high-fives, hugs, and happy campers! If you spot them, don’t be shy—wave, say hello, and snap a fun photo! 📸🐾 🐻
Location: Jellystone Park™ The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Boo Boo™ Pavilion for a themed Trivia Night filled with laughs, friendly competition, and plenty of Jellystone Park™ spirit. Bring your best brainpower and your theme‑week flair for a night of fun with the whole crew.
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the campfire for our Campfire Cooking Demonstration, where we’ll be making proper s’mores! Learn the best way to toast your marshmallow, melt your chocolate just right, and build the perfect gooey, golden treat. It’s a cozy, delicious way to enjoy classic campfire cooking at its finest.
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Ranger Smith™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 25, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Yogi Bear™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🏃🍕Get ready for some fast‑paced fun with our Pizza Box Relay! Teams will race back and forth while balancing empty pizza boxes, trying to keep their “orders” from toppling over.
Location: Bath House 3 The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Warm up those vocal cords and join us at the Train Stop for a sing‑along ride full of fun and laughter! 🎶✨Cindy Bear™ will be on the first ride only, so don’t miss your chance to wave and sing along. Additional rides will continue afterwards, keeping the music and smiles rolling down the tracks! 🌟🚂🐻
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Create a colorful snack‑tastic accessory with our Fruit Loop Necklace craft! Kids will string vibrant Fruit Loops onto yarn to make their very own rainbow necklace.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Come meet the bears at the Bandstand for the warmest bear hug around and a chance to snap the perfect picture. It’s the sweetest moment of the day, and they can’t wait to see you there.
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍫🌊 Meet us at the beach for a super‑fun Sticky Chocolate Slip‑and‑Slide adventure that’s guaranteed to get you sliding, laughing, and deliciously messy! 🌊🍫
Location: Swimming Pond Beach The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Boo Boo™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at Boo Boo™ Pavilion for Moonlight Candy Bar Bingo, where the stars shine, the prizes are sweet, and every round brings giggles, good vibes, and a chance to win your favorite treats—grab a seat, grab your lucky charm, and get ready for a candy‑filled night of bingo fun!
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 26, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boo's™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Ranger Smith™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the basketball courts for a fun, refreshing break! Swing by, grab a freeze pop, and enjoy a little mid‑day chill time with friends. Don’t miss out on the sweetest cooldown of the day!
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎉🧊 Join us for a fun Popsicle Stick Tower Challenge competition and see who can build the tallest, wobbliest masterpiece! 🧊🎉
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Cook up some creativity with our Paper Plate Pizza craft! Kids will design their own pretend pizzas using paper plates, paint, markers, and colorful “toppings” like paper pepperoni, cheese, and veggies.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Come meet the bears at the Bandstand for the warmest bear hug around and a chance to snap the perfect picture. It’s the sweetest moment of the day, and they can’t wait to see you there.
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🥎🍦 Join us at the beach for a hilarious game of Wiffle Ball with a twist—get ready for Whipped Cream Wiffle Ball where things are guaranteed to get silly, sticky, and extra fun! 🍦🥎
Location: Swimming Pond Beach The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Yogi Bear™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at Boo Boo™ Pavilion for Moonlight Candy Bar Bingo, where the stars shine, the prizes are sweet, and every round brings giggles, good vibes, and a chance to win your favorite treats—grab a seat, grab your lucky charm, and get ready for a candy‑filled night of bingo fun!
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the Train Station where our Activities Golf Cart will be all revved up and ready to lead the Glow Parade. Come decked out in this week’s theme and decorate your golf carts, scooters, and bikes to shine bright with the rest of Jellystone Park™. Please remember that all scooters and bikes must line up at the very back of the parade and must have a working headlight on the front. Stay behind the Activities Golf Cart, keep the pace, and let’s glow our way through the park together.
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 27, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boo's™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun—Cindy Bear™ is ready to color with you!
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🐾🍦 Meet us at the Dog Park for a Pup Cup Social—bring your fur babies for a free pup cup and some tail‑wagging fun! 🍦🐾
Location: Dog Park The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍦Create the cutest treats that won’t melt with our Pom Pom Ice Cream Cones craft! Kids will glue fluffy pom poms onto paper or foam cones to build their own scoops of “ice cream” in any color they choose.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Come meet the bears at the Bandstand for the warmest bear hug around and a chance to snap the perfect picture. It’s the sweetest moment of the day, and they can’t wait to see you there.
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Boo Boo™ Pavilion for a themed Trivia Night filled with laughs, friendly competition, and plenty of Jellystone Park™ spirit. Bring your best brainpower and your theme‑week flair for a night of fun with the whole crew.
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Boo Boo™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the campfire for our Campfire Cooking Demonstration, where we’ll be making proper s’mores! Learn the best way to toast your marshmallow, melt your chocolate just right, and build the perfect gooey, golden treat. It’s a cozy, delicious way to enjoy classic campfire cooking at its finest.
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 28, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Boo Boo™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Bingo fun awaits at the Boo Boo Pavillion™!!! Bring a full-sized candy bar to trade for your bingo card and let the games begin! One full-sized candy bar will buy you one bingo card!
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🥧🎉 Meet us at the Bandstand for a sweet‑treat spectacular Pie Eating Contest, where your pie tin will be filled with chocolate pudding and the first one to finish wins! 🎉🥧
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🌀🎉Let your imagination twist, bend, and wiggle with our Silly Straw Sculptures craft! Kids will use colorful straws to build fun, funky shapes and wild 3D creations. Whether they make towers, spirals, or silly abstract designs, this craft is all about creativity and big, goofy fun.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Come meet the bears at the Bandstand for the warmest bear hug around and a chance to snap the perfect picture. It’s the sweetest moment of the day, and they can’t wait to see you there.
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us for our Family Bake Off and show off your best camping‑style creation! Sign up in the office, where we’ll take your site number so our judges can come right to your campsite to sample your dish. Share your favorite recipe with guests and judges, and see if your culinary skills earn you a free stay. Bring your best flavors and a whole lot of fun!
Location: Jellystone Park™ The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎤✨ Show off your star power at the Jellystone Park™ Talent Show! Join us as campers of all ages take the stage to sing, dance, joke, juggle, act, and share their awesome skills in a night full of fun, cheers, and Yogi‑sized excitement! Whether you’re a dazzling performer or the world’s best clapper, we want YOU in the audience or under the spotlight—so come on over, shine bright, and let’s make this a talent show to remember! 🌟🎶
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Cindy Bear™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 29, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Cindy Bear™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boos™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the basketball courts for a fun, refreshing break! Swing by, grab a freeze pop, and enjoy a little mid‑day chill time with friends. Don’t miss out on the sweetest cooldown of the day!
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Boo Boo™ Pavilion to enjoy samples from our local favorites as we kick off the Great Chow Down! Stop by for tasty bites, fun flavors, and a delicious start to your day of campground adventures.
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Warm up those vocal cords and join us at the Train Stop for a sing‑along ride full of fun and laughter! 🎶✨ Boo Boo™ will be on the first ride only, so don’t miss your chance to wave and sing along. Additional rides will continue afterwards, keeping the music and smiles rolling down the tracks! 🌟🚂🐻
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍋🍉Cool off with creativity at our Fruit Slice Fans craft! Kids will design and decorate their own hand‑held fans to look like juicy fruit slices—watermelon, lemon, lime, orange, you name it.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the train stop behind the Pic‑A‑Nic Basket for a wild ride you won’t forget. Hold onto your hats, because YOU WILL GET SOAKED — and you’ll love every minute of it.
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Come meet the bears at the Bandstand for the warmest bear hug around and a chance to snap the perfect picture. It’s the sweetest moment of the day, and they can’t wait to see you there.
Location: Bandstands The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Think your chili has what it takes to win it all? Sign up in the office for our Chili Cook‑Off, where we’ll take your site number so judges and campers can stop by to sample your creation. Serve up your best bowl of flavor and see if you will be the one to win a free stay.
Location: Jellystone Park™ The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🐤💦 Join us at the Lazy River Pool for a fun and friendly Duck Race! Ducks can be purchased at the Rec Center every Saturday from 10 AM–4 PM for $2 each, with the winner taking home half the pot while the other half supports the Care Camps Foundation. This is a cash‑only event, so grab a duck, cheer it on, and enjoy the excitement!
Location: Lazy River The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Ranger Smith™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boos™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the Train Station where our Activities Golf Cart will be all revved up and ready to lead the Glow Parade. Come decked out in this week’s theme and decorate your golf carts, scooters, and bikes to shine bright with the rest of Jellystone Park™. Please remember that all scooters and bikes must line up at the very back of the parade and must have a working headlight on the front. Stay behind the Activities Golf Cart, keep the pace, and let’s glow our way through the park together.
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Aug 30, 2026
Start your day the Jellystone Park™ way! Join us at the flagpole for the morning pledge with Ranger Smith™, then stick around to snap a photo with your favorite ranger.
Location: Flag Pole The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Unleash your creativity at the brand-new T-Shirt Bar in Boo Boo™ Pavilion! Let your imagination soar with tie-dyeing, hat stamping, and shirt painting—camp style has never looked so fun!💲
Location: Boo Boos™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Rec Center for a magical moment of creativity and cuddly fun-Cindy Bear™ is ready to color with you!🐻
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Swing by our food truck to start the day with our Great Chow Down Kickoff! We’ll be serving up tasty bites, fun vibes, and a flavorful start to your campground adventures. Come grab a snack, say hello, and fuel up for all the excitement ahead.
Location: Basketball Courts The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
This is a QR‑code scavenger hunt, so at least one member of your team must have a cell phone to participate. Follow each prompt, scan the codes, and snap photos around the park as you complete the challenges. Get ready for a fun mix of nostalgia, teamwork, and exploration!
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Warm up those vocal cords and join us at the Train Stop for a sing‑along ride full of fun and laughter! 🎶✨ Boo Boo™ will be on the first ride only, so don’t miss your chance to wave and sing along. Additional rides will continue afterwards, keeping the music and smiles rolling down the tracks! 🌟🚂🐻
Location: Train Station The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Create a colorful snack‑tastic accessory with our Fruit Loop Necklace craft! Kids will string vibrant Fruit Loops onto yarn to make their very own rainbow necklace.
Location: Rec Center The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the Bandstands for one last chance to wave, hug, and say your final goodbye to the Bears. 🌟 Don’t forget to snap a picture to capture the memory and take a little Jellystone Park™ magic home with you! 💖🐻
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Boo Boo™ Pavilion for a themed Trivia Night filled with laughs, friendly competition, and plenty of Jellystone Park™ spirit. Bring your best brainpower and your theme‑week flair for a night of fun with the whole crew.
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
📖Gather 'round the fire for a cozy evening of tales and giggles with Boo Boo™! Join us at the Community Fire Pit—nestled between the basketball courts and the coffee shop-for a magical Storytime experience.🐻
Location: Community Fire Pit The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍫🌊 Meet us at the beach for a super‑fun Sticky Chocolate Slip‑and‑Slide adventure that’s guaranteed to get you sliding, laughing, and deliciously messy! 🌊🍫
Location: Swimming Pond Beach The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🍿Swing by Boo Boo™ Pavilion before the show to grab all your movie-time must-haves! We’ve got fresh popcorn, warm mini donuts, and all the cozy vibes to make your night extra sweet.💲
Location: Boo Boo™ Pavillion The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
Lace up those dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a night of music, moves, and magical memories. Our DJ will keep the beats going so everyone can dance, laugh, and celebrate together! 🌟🕺
Location: Bandstand The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎬 Grab your blankets and popcorn—it's time for some classic fun! Join us at the outdoor movie theater for a special screening of Yogi Bear™ cartoons. Laugh along with Yogi ™ and friends as they bring the campground to life on the big screen!
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar
🎥The fun doesn’t stop after cartoons! Stick around as we roll into our evening movie under the stars. Grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy a full-length feature chosen just for our Jellystone Park™ guests.
Location: Outdoor Theater The Great Chow Down: Food WeekAdd to my calendar