First time to ICF?
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Read below as we answer frequently asked questions about the schedule, climbing, the Lander community and everything in-between!
Q: What is ICF?
A: The International Climbers’ Festival is the LONGEST running climbing festival! But its not just a gathering, its one with a purpose! The ticket funds, and sponsor contributions are essential for the Wyoclimbers’ initiatives and actions year around.
All proceeds go towards Wyoclimbers’ mission of Education, Protection and Connection. Some of those initaitives are:
BOLT/ANCHOR REPLACEMENT
WAG BAG ACCESS
LOCAL YOUTH CLIMBING CLINICS
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING
TRAIL MAINTENANCE
We’d love for you to join us and bring your stoke to help power our efforts in local access projects, youth programs, and stewardship work.
Q: When and where is the festival?
A: The International Climbers’ Festival takes place July 10–13, 2025, in Lander, Wyoming. Most of the events are based out of Lander City Park, but we also have an Art Crawl in town, an Opening Party at Lander Bar as well as clinics in town and at the crag! Check the schedule for more details on locations.
Q: How do I get tickets?
A: Tickets can be purchased online through our Tickets page!
Q: What’s included in my ticket?
A: General admission typically includes access to the our ENTIRE schedule! Furthermore, you can get raffle ticket entires, free entry into the Limestone Rodeo, free entry into the Escape Climbing’s Sick Dyno comp, and clinic access! If you purchased an Early Bird Ticket, you also get a limited edition t-shirt and a swag bag!
Q: How do I sign up for clinics?
A: Clinics can be signed up for on our ticketing platform, we have something for everyone! Space is limited, so sign up early to secure your spot. You must have a Festival Ticket to remain on the clinic rosters.
Q: What are ticket “add-ons”?
A: We will have certain things you can sign up for prior to events to get an idea of numbers! They are availble on our ticketing platform linked below:
Wyoclimbers’ Community BBQ Meal Voucher ($15 now, $20 day of)
Limestone Rodeo (FREE with Festival Ticket)
Send n’ Spurs Bouldering Comp (FREE with Festival Ticket)
Escape Climbing Dyno Comp (FREE with Festival Ticket)
Save money, skip the lines, and make your ICF experience smooth, seamless, and stress-free.
Q: Where can I camp?
A: There is free car camping, and tent camping in Lander City Park! For car-camping, please only park in designates spots, and do not obstruct the road. For tents, there will be designated spots on the outskirts of the park area.
Want to get a bit further from the crowds? Sinks Canyon State Park has reservation only camping spots within 15-20 min of Lander City Park.
There are also hotels and motels in Lander, that would love to host ICF attendees!
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lander
Rodeway Inn Pronghorn Lodge
Shoshone Rose Casino & Hotel
The Lander Motel
Silver Spur Motel
Inn at Lander (Travelodge by Wyndham)
Lander Millhouse
Frontier Lodge
Holiday Lodge Motel & Campground
Whether camping by tent or car, please make sure to exercise sustainable practices, leave the space better than you found it and respect your neighbors! 🫶
Q: What gear do I need to bring?
A: Each clinic has specific gear requirements listed in the description (hit the button above). For general festival events, just bring your stoke (and maybe a camp chair)!
Q: Is the festival kid-friendly?
A: Many events are family-friendly, but not all clinics or venues are suited for children. Please check individual event descriptions. We do offer a few youth clinics that are free of charge, and a festival ticket is not needed for youth to join the youth clinics.
Q: What if the weather is bad?
A: The festival will continue whether it’s rain or shine! So make sure to pack your rain jacket and don’t forget your stoke!
Q: Where can I get a shower?
A: There are a few spots in Lander where you can get a shower, make sure to check their websites for hours of operation and updated info
High Mountain Fitness
Lander Public Pool (small fee, check hours of operation)
Q: What else may I be forgetting?
A: There are bathrooms at Lander City Park! Make sure to check out the awesome vendors we will have in the park, as well as the small businesses in town.
🛍️ Groceries:
Mr. D’s Food Center
🥘 Food Out:
Gannett Grill
Cowfish
Mulino Bistro
Lincoln Street Bakery
The Middle Fork
☕️ Coffee:
Sinks Coffee
Lander Bake Shop
White Bark
🍦 Sweets:
Scream Shack