First Friday Gallery Night features various art exhibition openings between 15 and 20 galleries and museums from local and national artists the first Friday of every month from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Beautiful art, the opportunity to meet artists, complimentary appetizers and refreshments that creates a ...

The Equinox Theatre Company is a professional theatre company located in Bozeman, Montana.



The Equinox is the most locally active theater company and theatre-education program in Bozeman.



The Equinox Theatre Company produces a Season of Plays with at least 15 professional productions a year, ...

Located in Historic Uptown Butte, one of the America's largest registered national historic landmark districts, the Mother Lode Theatre is Butte's showplace and place for shows. Built as the Temple Theatre in 1923, the Mother Lode has emerged, after a $3 million dollar renovation, as an opulent and ...

Crazy Mountain Productions at the Firehouse 5 Playhouse provides high quality live theatre, children's theatre and performing arts education to southwestern Montana and the Northern Yellowstone National Park area. The Firehouse 5 has become a flagship of the Livingston cultural community and a thea ...

The Wilma Theatre is a Historical Landmark Theatre in downtown Missoula, Montana. It is significant not only for its architecture, but as a lasting monument to the spirit of people such as W.A. 'Billy' Simons and Edna Wilma who pioneered efforts to bring culture and live entertainment to a developi ...

Whitefish Theatre Company brings the arts to the O'Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in downtown Whitefish. The Center operates year round, bringing theater, music, dance and film to the Flathead Valley. Please use our website for current production, dates and tickets.



The 326-seat I.A. O'Shaugh ...

Gun shows are located throughout the state. Call to find location and individual dates or visit our website http://wcsofmt.com. ...

Fish Creek Gun Club offers NRA Shooting Clinics the third Saturday of each month.



NRA Basic Pistol: This course is designed to teach the basics of pistol marksmanship. The Pistol Course teaches the functions of the different kinds of handguns and ammunition. The course emphasizes firearms safety ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

Helena Farmer's Market has become the Saturday morning event for the local community for over 35 years. Local farmers, crafters, food vendors and others bring their Montana-made products downtown for the local Helena community to see and purchase. Visitors to the Helena area experience the fine pr ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

May 2 (Saturday)

5:00pm - 7:00pm

State Park Hiking Series at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park

Take a beautiful drive to First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park where a 3 mile guided hike will take you through the history of this famous buffalo jump. From Great Falls, MT take I-15 south 7 ...

Clark Fork River Market is a festive weekly market offering a wide variety of local products from Missoula area farmers, ranchers and chefs. Products available include vegetables, fruits, huckleberries, mushrooms, honey, jams, bedding plants, flowers, lavendar, salmon, beef, poultry, bison, pork, j ...

At Missoula Saturday Market, each summer, the city of Missoula closes a downtown street for a Saturday craft and food market run by local artisans. Enjoy traffic-free socializing, morning coffee and treats, local crafts, and interesting imports in historic downtown Missoula (within walking distance ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

Whitefish Gallery Nights is held the first Thursday of each month from May - October between 6:00pm and 9:00pm. Come experience the art of Whitefish. 13 galleries and shops stay open late exhibiting a wide variety of local and regional artists. Enjoy an all around wonderful evening on the town. ...

Polson Farmers' Market offers farm produce, flowers, bedding plants, wood crafts, woodworks, baked goods, jewelry, photography, soap products, etc. Montana's oldest long running market at the south foot of Flathead Lake. ...

Discover the Seasons of Travelers' Rest



Join in the fun at Travelers' Rest each month as we highlight a different aspect of the lifestyle of Native American people and early explorers.



In 2009, the monthly events are:



May 16-17: Spring is Here! Ethnobotany, Birding, Native Plants, Astrono ...

Alive @ Five Summer Series



Looking for a mid-week break and the best time in Helena? Downtown Helena's Alive @ Five Summer Series is the perfect answer. Each Wednesday from May through September a different downtown Helena block hosts Helena's premier summer event. There's everything from Free ...

The Gilbert Brewery now hosts The Brewery Follies, a risque contemporary American-burlesque-cabaret musical and skit show. Throughout the summer lines start early to view the madcap antics of this professional troupe.



In addition to several mainstream beers, it's an appropriate nod to the site's ...

Summer Campfire Programs are held at the amphitheater at Lewis and Clark Caverns near Three Forks each Friday evening beginning on May 23rd and continuing through August 29th. The program topics are educational, fun and interesting. Come join us at the Lewis & Clark Caverns each Friday throughout t ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

The sounds of guitar picking, friends and neighbors chattering about the week, all drifting down Central Avenue. The smells of fresh basil, breads, spices, crepes and barbecue follow.



Every Tuesday evening the town of Whitefish comes together at the end of Central Avenue for fresh local produce, ...

A park ranger will present a short program interpreting the history of the waterfalls in the Ryan Island picnic area. Maps and brochures will be available and all questions will be answered. No fee. The program will take place on Ryan Island which is located below Ryan Dam and the Great Falls of ...

The Butte Farmer's Market has grown to include Montana made baked goods, crafts, wood products, locally grown bedding plants, herbs, flowers and vegetables and farm grown seasonal fruits and vegetables. You will find Colorado peaches, Flathead cherries and fresh green vegetables from local gardens ...

Every Saturday beginning Saturday, May 30th through Saturday, August 29th. (there will be no film shown on Saturday, July 4th)



Films begin at dusk



Join us every Saturday at dusk, under the stars, for 'Flicks on the Bricks'. FREE classic films shown outdoors at the Performance Square located o ...

Annual Roundup Saturday Market offers everything from fresh produce, baked goods, organically grown beef, salsa, jams and preserves to homemade breads. Simply the best produce the area has to offer. Complimenting the produce end is an on location BBQ. Many vendors offering a variety of goods such ...

Bogert Farmers' Market has a quickly become Bozeman's premier summer event and it happens every week, starting Tuesday June 2 and running all the way through September 22. This is the 7th year for the Bogert Farmers Market though Bogert Park has played host to farmers markets for over 30 years. Th ...

Alive After 5 is in its fourth year and is growing in size. There will be a total of 12 Alive After 5s at various locations between June and August, on Thursdays. Call for dates and locations. Time starting is at 5:00pm and ending at 8:00pm.



Season starts June 5 and ends August 28.



Bring yo ...

Each summer, from the first week of June through the last week of July, Makoshika State Park offers a Campfire Program to park visitors. The educational and entertainment based presentations occur every other Thursday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the park's outdoor amphitheater. Admission is f ...

Alive @ 5 is a community event that creates downtown awareness and synergy for our city of Great Falls. Every Thursday from June-August at 5:00pm one designated area of downtown comes alive with food vendors, liquid refreshments, live music and activities for children. Event is held from 5-9pm. It ...

Born in the past to ease the cowboys' boredom, today's rodeos are pure excitement! Bareback Riding, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Breakaway Roping, Bull Riding and a special 'calf scramble' for kids are just some of the scheduled events. Performances begin at 8:00pm each night and will be held ...

The Charlie Russell Chew Choo a 3-hour scenic and narrated train ride. Travel over three tall train trestles and through a half-mile tunnel. Enjoy central Montana's wide open spaces and vibrant colors. Wildlife is abundant and close at hand.



Dine on the acclaimed best full course prime-rib din ...

Art Walks occur on the second Friday of the month June through September from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at art galleries and businesses displaying artwork located along Main Street and at the Emerson Center for Arts and Culture. The galleries feature artists' openings and receptions and often provide hors d ...

Big Sky Christian Adventures exists to fulfill your desire for Christian adventure. God has created us to know Him and to discover His purpose of our lives. Big Sky Christian Adventures is a means to that noble end. Christian Adventure is a growing phenomenon richly enjoyed by those who attend a Ch ...

Photographer's Formulary Inc. offers photographers formulary workshops in Montana. We offer instructions from all over the US and Canada to instruct and to keep alive the old processes of photography called alternative processes. These include but are not limited to cyanotype, Van Dyke, gum printi ...

Yellow Leggings Summer Recreation Camp will take place at the historic Yellow Leggings Campsite at the foot of the Wolf Mountains, 9 miles east of Lodge Grass. Free airport shuttle from Billings. Camp days will be Monday through Friday, morning through late afternoon. Must be at least 12 years old ...

Kicks @ 6 is an evening summer concert series providing fun music oppotunities for all. Kicks @ 6 exposes young and old to the wonders of music, whether enjoying the music from a place in the Town Square or participating as a band member. It is a great opportunity for the community as well as visit ...

First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park invites you for a night of food and entertainment. The Supper & Speaker series will take place June 19th, July 17th, and August 21st starting at 6 pm and concluding at 8 pm. Dinner starts promptly at 6:30 pm. The meal is $20 dollars and will be taking place a ...

Gallatin Valley Farmers' Market is a great opportunity and location to sell or purchase homemade food, handmade crafts and locally grown produce. Food stamps and Senior produce vouchers are accepted at the Gallatin Valley Farmers' Market. ...

Helena Brewers is a minor league baseball team located in Helena, Montana. The Brewers compete in the Pioneer League along with the Billings Mustangs, the Missoula Osprey, the Great Falls White Sox, the Idaho Falls Chukars, the Casper Rockies, the Ogden Raptors, and the Orem Owlz. Their home games ...

Enjoy wonderful family entertainment in one of Montana's few remaining historic opera houses! The Opera House Theatre Company is an ideal setting for presenting theatre as it might have been seen in the early 1900's - and that's where Opera House Theatre Company, a professional company of actors fr ...

Missoula Osprey Professional Baseball Team is the Pioneer League Affiliate of the 2001 World Champion Arizona Diamondbacks. 2009 will mark the Osprey's 11th season in the Pioneer League. The Osprey's downtown office is open year round for souvenirs, tickets and many other services. Games are playe ...

Prairie Fest is a gathering of young and old, residents and visitors, families and friends to celebrate Sheridan County and its way of life. There is too much fun on tap to be contained in one area so the festivities will travel from town to town including Westby, Plentywood and Medicine Lake. Vis ...

Since 1995 Southwest Montana has played host to world-class chamber groups at St. Timothy's Memorial Chapel. The chapel, built of native stone and generous areas of glass both clear and stained, lifts its Celtic cross from a hillside 600 feet above Georgetown Lake at the ghost town of Southern Cros ...

Our Music in the Mountains Summer Concert Series is shaping up as another incredible summer of great music. All of our events are held outside at the Meadow Village Pavilion on Thursdays and begin at 7:00pm. Please check our website for complete schedule. ...

The Livingston Roundup Rodeo has been a popular annual PRCA event in the heart of Montana cattle country since 1924. Ranked as the 10th highest purse in the nation over the Independence Day holiday, the rodeo draws over 10,000 spectators every year to its open air arena near the Yellowstone river. ...

Freedom Fest! Fourth of July celebration events include Huck Finn/Pollyanna Day, concerts, lighted float displays, 4th of July parade, street dance, fireworks display, veterans' picnic and patriotic ceremonies.



All events are free to the public. ...

Ennis consistently provides the most exciting and challenging rodeo in the state of Montana. It is sponsored by the Ennis Rodeo Association and sanctioned by the Northern Rodeo Association and features standard rodeo events. Winnings count toward state rodeo level. The event attracts top cowboys ...

The celebration begins with a rodeo and free street dance in downtown Hinsdale on July 3rd. On the Fourth there is a parade at 11:00 am followed by kids' games, horseshoe, ping pong drop, beef barbecue and free fireworks at dusk. Other activities include fishing for Walleye, Northern Pike and Catf ...

An outstanding northern Rockies event: a hundred fine artists and handcrafters present works ranging from sculpture to glass, painting, jewelry, fabric, fiber, photography, ceramics, woodwork, and more in Livingston's downtown Depot-Rotary Park, complemented by food, fun, and the famous Depot pie bo ...

A century ago, the coming of the railroad was the biggest news for many Montana communities. When the magic steel rails reached a town, it became connected to the rest of the world. Although the railroad never reached the Gulch until 1963, it was a large part of Montana's early heritage and developm ...

Roundup Independence Days Extravaganza (RIDE) starts Friday, July 3, with a traditional parade down Main Street at 11am. Festival activities will begin at noon at the Musselshell County Fairgrounds. Activities will include the popular inflatables by Air Jams in Kids Kountry, live music and other en ...

The event dates change each year, but the certain date is that July 4th is at the center of the event. Please check before making plans.



Beginning its second century the Arlee 4th of July Celebration will begin on Thursday which is designated 'Camp Day'. Many participants will begin erecting en ...

Attend this annual celebration by bringing your own picnic supper, lawn chairs and jackets and enjoy music, food, beverages and fireworks in a beautiful mountain setting. ...

July 4th parade at 12:00 noon in downtown Bigfork. Children's carnival following the parade at Sliter's Park. Fun for all ages! ...

Fourth of July Celebration is one of Montana's largest fireworks display beginning at dusk. Admission with button. Buttons can be purchased from local merchants in Bozeman, or at the gate. ...

On July 4th, Charlo displays a spectacular show of fireworks at dusk, with live music at the Branding Iron Bar and Grill from 9:30pm to 1:30am. July 4th brings a parade, barbecue, children's games, adults pool tournaments, shuffleboard, darts, horseshoes. ...

The Ennis 4th of July Parade has been a regular event since 1935, with each year bringing more entries and more visitors to Main Street Ennis. Considered to be one of the best small town parades in Montana. Join the Madison Valley in their western pomp and patriotic parade celebrating the 4th of J ...

4th of July Team Challenge can be made up of teams with 3 members - one to run, one to bike and one to kayak. Runners and bike riders will bike along an abandoned railway three miles; the kayaker will paddle down a bay on Lake Koocanusa three miles. The third leg is a two mile run on a trail. Thi ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

July 4th is a great day to be in Great Falls. From clowns to antique cars you'll be well entertained. The parade starts at 11:00am with a gun salute, plus helicopter and mercy flight fly overs during the parade. Our local municipal band and combined high school bands provide patriotic music along ...

A parade down Main Street starts the event. A barbecued hamburger picnic is provided at the City Park. There are games to play. For those who like to swim, there is a swimming pool at the park. The Treasure County Museum Board will show movies in our historic Yucca Theater.



A fireworks displa ...

The tiny town of Lambert swells each July 4th as thousands of people congregate for Lambert's Old Fashioned Family 4th of July Celebration. Festivities start with a wake-up call, a cannon boom at 5:00am, breakfast special at the Lion's Den and church in the park. A huge parade with lots of candy b ...

Lewistown's 4th of July Celebration starts with a pancake breakfast downtown at 7:00am till 10:00am. Parade at 11:00am downtown. Shrine Circus starts at 2:00pm and again at 8:00pm. Fireworks display to cap off the day will begin at about 10:00pm. Games and fun in Symmes Park after parade until f ...

Lincoln offers the 'Old West' at its best with an open rodeo. Excellent for participants and spectators. This has been an annual event for over 50 years! A tradition at its finest.



Lincoln is located on Highway 200, 80 miles west of Great Falls. Helena is 60 miles to the southwest. Just wes ...

Southgate Mall will be celebrating Independence Day with a Fireworks Spectacular beginning at 9:00 p.m. with live music, the presentation of colors and the national anthem. The Fireworks begin at 10:30 pm. There is plenty of parking with great views for everyone. Lawn chairs are welcome to sit and ...

Your experiences will be unique when visiting Seeley Lake and participating in our 4th of July celebration. Seeley Lake hosts a renowned parade and a spectacular fireworks show over the lake. Along with other activities like kid and family games, competitive games, a pig roast, arts/crafts/food/ga ...

St. Regis celebrates the 4th with a parade, pancake breakfast, children's activities, logging contests, men's classic softball tournament, live music street dances, and a fireworks display all presented in a 'laid back' small town way. ...

Join us at the Annual 4th of July Amateur Rodeo. Kids events start at 9:00am and include stick horse race, tire crawl, boot race and dummy roping. Calcutta starts at 12:15pm and the Grand Entry at 1:00pm. Events include 14 and under steer riding, saddle bronc, bareback, wild horse race, calf ropi ...

Sponsored by the Townsend Area Chamber of Commerce, the event hosts a potluck picnic with hamburgers and hot dogs for $2.00. After dark fireworks are lit for all to enjoy.



This event is growing every year, with people looking to enjoy an old fashioned 4th of July in small town rural America. T ...

All are invited to participate in the Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration in Troy, Montana, sponsored by the Troy Chamber of Commerce, on July 4th. Expect an annual celebration in the heart of Northwest Montana, which attracts thousands of people from throughout the region.

The celebration ...

Join us for a slice of small town Americana. Flags, floats, fun and fireworks. Our parade hits the street at 6:30pm, leaving plenty of time for browsing around town before fireworks light up the night. Enjoy free live music in the park between the parade and fireworks. A real home town kind of d ...

White Sulphur Springs July 4th Celebration begins with the 3rd annual 'Let's Race for this Place' fun run, at 6:30am. Enjoy the parade at 11:00am, arts & crafts bazaar on the lawn of the city hall from 9:00am to 4:00pm and the Bella Via chalk art festival from 9:00am to noon. Head to the rodeo groun ...

Sponsored by the Stumptown Quilters Society, this quilt show will display over 200 quilts and have many that are for sale. There will be a Crafters Boutique, Raffle Quilt and Treasure Chest drawings (need not be present to win), and Quilt Shop Vendors selling their favorite products. Our non-profi ...

Absarokee Montana's 7th annual Montana BBQ Cook-Off is being held on main street, Sunday, July 5th, noon till 6pm. This fun family event is growing from a BBQ competition and microbrew tasting to include a day of free musical entertainment. Three bands will be playing music from start to finish. ...

The Drummond PRCA Rodeo includes a parade preceding the rodeo at noon. Full PRCA rodeo starts at 2:00pm and includes entertainment before, during and after the rodeo. ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

The Two Gentlemen Of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:

Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is soo ...

Every Wednesday the Laurel Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the Downtown Farmer's Markets while local businesses will keep their doors open for a little extra shopping time. Area farmers bring their produce into town for the sales, while local bakeries provide baked goods. Other items for the mark ...

The Big Sky Farmers Market is in motion! The market will be held every other Thursday from July 9th through September 17th, running from 5:00-7:00pm at Fire Pit Park at Town Center. Best of all, the six-series market is FREE to all vendors in 2009.



We're planning on having an area for food vendor ...

The Big Sky Fox Trotter Association holds its' annual point show at the Sapphire Event Center in Corvallis. This show, highlighting the Missouri Fox Trotter horse, features classes for youth and adult competitors in versatility, ranch horse (including cow classes), model, and performance. It draws ...

Walleye fishing at its best can be found in Fort Peck Lake. Plus Montana Governor's Cup is now a member of Walleyes Unlimited Circuit. The Montana Governor's Walleye Tournament brings anglers, from 18 states, Canada and all over Montana, who are willing to pay $400 per team to try for the $15,000 f ...

Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede is a three-day event including a PRCA sanctioned rodeo that brings the best cowboys to town. There is a parade each day, along with a carnival, the Human Stampede Run/Walk, the world famous wild horse race, kids' stick-horse rodeo, street dances and cowboy church.

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Over 300 booths of firearms and related items, cowboy and Indian memorabilia, bits, spurs and saddles, six shooters and old rifles, western and wildlife art, furniture, vintage clothing and jewelry, knives, books, prints and photos. This show is smoke free and family orientated. ...

The National Folk Festival features performances and demonstrations by over 250 of the nation's finest musicians, dancers and craftspeople. It will feature 25 Artists/groups on seven stages including a dance pavilion dedicated to non-stop participatory dancing, a family stage with performances appea ...

Volunteers raise money and do an all night walk/run against cancer to benefit the American Cancer Society. As part of the Relay, candles will be lit in honor of the hundreds of loved ones and friends who have been taken by or have survived cancer. All luminary funds help fight this disease that cl ...

Gather up the kids and head to the Annual Homesteader Days celebration sponsored by the Huntley Project Lions and Lioness Clubs. The celebration and fun are scheduled at Homesteader Hall. One evening and one day of fun and family activities are planned for the young, old and everybody in between. ...

Artists and craftsmen of the Flathead will host the Summer Show. Local fine artists and crafters display and sell their work. You will find one of a kind items such as beading, birdhouses, candles, carvings, woodwork items, fabric crafts, jewelry, leatherwork, art, porcelain work, dolls and stuffe ...

Come join your old classmates for the Malta High School All Class Reunion in conjunction with Malta's 100th birthday. Activities are being planned for you and your family to enjoy, but above all this will be a time to socialize with old friends and reminisce about the "good old days"! ...

The Wine Classic is an event that blends the sophistication of wine tasting with the approachable, casual, adventure of the West. The Museum of the Rockies will be hosting its annual Wine Classic from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. Guests will enjoy exquisite food and wine on the museum grounds as they celebr ...

Freedom Celebration will include a parade, kids carnival, craft and food vendors, flea market and town wide garage sales.



Saturday:

7:00am - 9:00am: Pancake breakfast

8:00am - 3:30pm: Flea Market

8:00am - ?: Town wide Garage Sales

10:00am: Freedom Parade

10:00am - 4:00pm: Kids Venders, ...

It's Mayberry only better! This is Montana's small town phenomenon at it's finest. On Dutton Fun Day, Saturday, July 11th, this sleepy little town explodes with fun for the whole family!



This year Dutton's Centennial celebration will be incorporated at the same time. Enjoy Breakfast, a 5k or mile ...

2009 RiverFest is an annual festival held along the scenic Missouri River in Great Falls, promising a day filled with fun, food, warm weather, entertainment and celebration. The celebration is Saturday from 12:00pm - 8:00pm. And it's FREE to the public!



Free activities will include sea planes, ...

The Spring Meadow Lake Cardboard Cup Regatta is a family fun event sponsored by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and Spring Meadow Resources. Building a boat requires some imagination, there are no size restrictions and the boat may be as big or small as the participants wish. However, the boat m ...

Relay for Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This over-night event takes place in a nice grassy area of the Fergus County Fairgrounds, where teams of people take turns walking or running around a path. Each team is asked to have a representati ...

Come and attend the annual Marysville Picnic. This event hosts fun for the entire family and includes various exhibitors, entertainment, vendors, arts and crafts, games and contests. Award winning cowboy poet, Bruce South with Lazy 'B' Bar 'S' Productions from Red Lodge will be performing. Don't ...

Nye Goes Nuts is fun for the whole family. Kids events begin at 4:00pm. Wild West BBQ at the Nye Fire Hall. For more information please call. ...

The Two Gentlemen Of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:

Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is soo ...

Join a First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park ranger for a detailed interpretive discussion of how a buffalo jump functioned. You can meet the ranger at the visitor's center and caravan in your own cars to the top of the jump if time allows. Programs last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Park fe ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

Deer Lodge Sunday Farmers Market, July 12 - October 19th, 8:00am - 1:00pm in the 500 block of Main Street in beautiful downtown Deer Lodge. This is our 2nd year and we are growing. Produce, plants, baked goods, crafts. For information call Carl Herman at 406-846-1653. ...

The Old Timer's Day Celebration includes street games, live entertainment, children's games and hot springs pool. ...

In Brief:

Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is soon moved to commit cynical acts of betrayal. Sometimes passi ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

The Great Northern Fair is the Hill County fair. It includes 4-H exhibits, night shows, PRCA Rodeo, Youth Rodeo, carnival, open talent stage and great food. Havre's best foods are all available at the same time. 4-H livestock competitions, auction and petting zoo are all happening during the fair ...

Fairfield Swim Day is a three-day annual event held at various locations along Central Avenue in beautiful downtown Fairfield. This year's festivities will begin Thursday evening with a barbeque, pie social, and silent auction in the Community Hall, followed by a family oriented 'Root Beer Float Par ...

The Two Rivers Rendezvous recreates the rendezvous of the fur trade-era from 1820-1840. A variety of blackpowder shooting events as well as tomahawk and knife throwing that tests the participants mountain man skills. Activities are scheduled for all ages with games and events for kids and old time ...

The Marias 4 County Fair has much to offer the visitor to our community. A parade is held the opening day of the Fair, featuring children and their pets, dressed in costume. On Saturday morning, there is a parade with horses, antique cars and floats. The fair itself offers horse racing in the aft ...

Olympic style sports festival for Montana and Wyoming residents. Between 11,000 - 12,000 athletes of all ages and abilities participate. Weekend highlights include the Opening Ceremonies, where the torch lighting is done by an Olympic great. There are thirty-seven sports to choose from i.e.: Arch ...

This is an Indian social gathering featuring drumming, dancing, and traditional dress and food. Visitors are welcome and asked to respect the dance area, which is sacred.



Join us at one of the Indian country's most publicized events, Pow Wows. Learn the how's and why's of Pow Wow dancing. Know ...

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This over-night event takes place in the newly refurbished high school track where teams of people take turns walking or running around a path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the trac ...

The Annual Hooper Park Flea Market welcomes shoppers and vendors. Welcome back the founder of this fine event Jesse Sallin.



Arts, crafts, candles, foods, quilts, aprons, towels, metal and wood articles and carvings, sweatshirts, plastic canvas articles, leather purses, vests, pine needle baskets ...

The Annual Beartooth Rally is a three day event, beginning Friday with a golf tournament. The Motorcycle Rodeo and Poker Run consists of two phases. The first day is a poker run that loops its way over the Beartooth Pass, down Chief Joseph Scenic Highway and back to Red Lodge. The following day i ...

Three days of family orientated fun in our Good Old Days Park. Friday night family night starting with barbecue dinner, entertainment, fireworks. Saturday Buffalo Run, pancake breakfast, parade, fun and games in the park with horseshoe tournament, lots of special events and food. Sunday gospel sin ...

The Three Forks Rodeo and Parade offers two evenings of real rodeo action in a small town setting. There is music, food, bull and bronco riding, crafts, a hometown parade, and much more! The rodeo parade is Saturday at 11:00am. Don't miss real western hospitality in this historic Montana town. ...

Annual Montana Microbrew Festival held on the patio of the Bale of Hay Saloon in historic Virginia City. Starts off Friday at 9:00pm with live music and a Pint Night. Buy a pint glass and receive $2 refills all night. Saturday showcases the best Montana Breweries with ten breweries and more than ...

Alberton will present its annual Railroad Day to once again recall its glory years when the town was a crew chain point and a passenger stop on The Milwaukee Road.



The day will begin at 8:00am with a pancake breakfast once again provided by our senior citizens in the Community Center is the old ...

Rimrock Opera will present four performances throughout the region as part of their One Act Festival this summer. Each performance will feature two of four one act operas: Puccini's Sister Angelica (a tragedy) and Gianni Schicchi (a comedy), Vaughn Williams' Riders to the Sea (a tragedy), and Mozart ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

Krazee Days is a three-day event. Like a giant Farmer's Market, goods are displayed on the sidewalks throughout our historic Uptown commercial district. You'll find men's and women's apparel, gifts, specialty goods, fine art and antiques. Enjoy a unique shopping experience in the heart of Butte, ...

"Dillon Up-Close & Personal" Experience the vast number of local, regionally and worldwide artists who will feature their work at the Beaverhead Museum Depot along with the grand-opening of the Dillon Farmer's Market in the Wells Fargo parking lot in Dillon. Expanded in 2009, this festival will in ...

Seventh annual Bluegrass on the Bay is scheduled for Saturday July 18, 2009 from 11:00am - 11:00pm at Oddfellows Park in Great Falls. Featuring five bluegrass bands from Colorado, California, Washington and Montana it is an event for the entire family. Special entertainment will be provided by the ...

2009 - 2010 Helena Symphony Masterworks Concerts Season



July 18, 2009, 8:30 p.m., Carroll College

SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS: Some Enchanted Evening - The Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein



September 19, 2009, 7:30 p.m., Helena Civic Center

MASTERWORKS CONCERT I: Opening Night - Stewart Goodye ...

The Helena Symphony and Carroll College will once again present the Symphony Under the Stars on the hillside at Carroll College at 8:00pm.



Come early and enjoy the refreshments from food vendors on location.



Seats on the lawn are free - bring your own chairs or blankets. Limited number of rese ...

Bringing the World a Little Closer. Founded in 1987 by the Missoula Mendelssohn Club, the International Choral Festival was the first non-competitive event of its kind in the United States. Inspired by the Festival International de Chant Choral of Nancy, France, the Festival's founders developed a ...

Cherry time in Montana's Flathead Lake Valley is one of the most exciting times of the year and Polson is where the cherry action is. Last year Polson's Annual Cherry Festival was a great success and this year's festival is sure to be even bigger, better and more exciting. Family Fun Event. The Fest ...

Two days of western family entertainment comes from the heart of Russell Country at the Judith Basin County Fairgrounds in Stanford. On Saturday afternoon about 2:00 pm, enjoy the sounds of a jam session featuring local and regional music talent. A barbeque begins at 5:00pm. Quick draw action (fe ...

The Townsend Quilt Show will be held in the Broadwater High School Gym located at the corner of North Cedar and North Spruce. Each year the local guild, 'The Quack-N-Quilters', puts on a quilt show with a great assortment of at least 120 beautiful quilts, our own Country Store, and lots of vendors ...

Car buffs will enjoy the White Sulphur Springs Car Show. Nostalgia on Main Street will definitely be evident when the old car show and shine brings the best of the restored autos to town. Contact Heith Stidham at 406-547-3544 for details.



Join the entire group for a street dance that evening. ...

The annual Richey Rodeo is a fun day for all ages and family. Registration begins at 9:00am. Kids Rodeo begins at 11:00am, followed by Calcutta at 1:00pm and Rodeo at 2:00pm. There is food and beverages for sale on the grounds. After the rodeo, a Street Dance begins at 9:00pm. Registration begin ...

Big Sky Food Festival involves Big Sky restaurants, in celebration of summer, collaborating at Big Sky's Buck's T-4 Lodge for an evening of culinary delight starting at 5:00pm and ending at 9:00pm. Over a dozen chefs participate, showcasing the best their individual menus have to offer. This is a ...

Helena hosts a classical western rodeo and fair complete with carnival, parades, professional cowboys, livestock and fair exhibits, trade show, a wide variety of foods, children's activities and live entertainment. The Stampede Kiddie Parade is on Thursday and the Stampede Parade is on Saturday. ...

Circle's farmers market will offer homemade items and demonstrations as well as local garden produce. The farmers market will include any items you have for sale. You need only your stuff and a table (if needed). Each Wednesday throughout the summer and continuing through Saturday and Wednesdays ...

The Central Montana Horse Show, Fair and Rodeo is held each year in Lewistown. We are the geographical center of Montana and are surrounded by 3 beautiful mountain ranges.



The 4-H horse show and small animal judging begins Monday. The open class horse show in connection with our Fair will be Sa ...

Farmers market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grows ...

Milk River Indian Days highlights spirited and colorfully clad dancers. The Pow Wow features Native American dancers and drummers combining culture, dance, and music for a spectacular display. ...

Shelby Food & Craft Farmers Market features fruits, vegtables, baked goods, honey, crafts. Lemonade stand, 4-H projects for fund raisers, jewelry, eggs, cream and Mexican food. ...

The Great American Championship Motorcycle Hill Climb is an institution in motorcycle history. Celebrating its 91st anniversary, the Great American offers some of the most premier, technical hill climb action anywhere. Nationally known racers like Jeremy McGrath, Pete Krunich and current champion ...

Heritage Days is an annual hometown summer family celebration! There's a rodeo, vendors, parade, street dance, craft fair, car show, 3-on-3 basketball tournament in the streets, and 5K and 10K runs. Family fun for all ages! ...

The Montana Territorial Antique Show is a full fledged antique show with dealers from Montana and neighboring states. If that won't keep you busy for the weekend, you can tour the old Montana Territorial Prison. You can do all of this for one low entry fee of $2.00 per person for 3 days (Friday, ...

Experience Montana's culture and history in the heart of Montana - Great Falls. Superstar entertainment, the Mighty Thomas Carnival, live horse racing, five nights of pro rodeo, 40 food vendors, livestock shows, stage acts, Native American art, quilts, floral and cooking exhibits, and more!



Ticke ...

Don't miss the Annual Arts in the Park in Kalispell's Depot Park. As Northwest Montana's largest and longest running art and entertainment fair, Arts in the Park is a summertime favorite. This juried art show is a favorite for browsing and buying high quality jewelry, clothing, photography, painti ...

Kootenai River Rodeo, held in J. Neils Memorial Park, Highway 37 in Libby is a Professional Cowboy Association rodeo. This complete 7 event rodeo includes:



Women's Barrel Racing

Bull Riding

Bareback Bronc

Saddle Bronc

Tie Down Roping

Team Roping

Steer Wrestling ...

The Annual Flathead Lake Hoopfest is a 3 on 3 basketball competition played on the streets of downtown Polson. This fun and popular event is held just a slam dunk away from beautiful Flathead Lake. Financial support provided mainly through team fees and corporate sponsors has enabled the Hoopfest ...

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This over-night event takes place in the vast and well organized fairgrounds, with plenty of room where teams of people take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to hav ...

The Quilt and Flower Show displays the work of quilters from Montana. Show is held in conjunction with the Whitehall Frontier Days. There will be lots of activity in town; parade, rodeo, crafts, food, etc.



The quilt show will incorporate traditional fiber arts along with the quilts. Fiber arts ...

Annual Clark Days Celebration will be held at Pompeys Pillar National Monument Saturday evening, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2009. Free entry to the Pompeys Pillar National Monument which is located 28 miles east of Billings, Montana along I-94 at Exit 23.



Clark Day honors Captain William Clar ...

Grant-Kohrs Ranch is happy to present this annual celebration of the cowboy and cattleman's West which includes roping, branding, chuck wagon cooking, blacksmithing and traditional cowboy music and poetry. Speakers and cultural demonstrators interpret the open range cattle era at this historic work ...

The Bitterroot Microbrew Fest is a tasting event that offers a variety of food, microbrews and non-alcoholic beverages as well as entertainment. A great time will be had by everyone. This is the place to be if you would like to sample the different tastes or just stick to your favorite one and the ...

The Ingomar Open Rodeo is open to all cowboys. We are not affiliated with an association. We have a chicken race for the kids up to 12 years old. Also Roping and Goat Tying for the older kids. ...

Every summer, Skydive Lost Prairie hosts the largest gathering of skydivers in the northwestern United States, 400 to 500 jumpers, at the Lost Prairie gathering. The public can get involved by making a tandem skydive with an instructor from 13,000 feet. Beautiful scenery, pristine lakes nearby, ac ...

Join the Headwaters Car Club at their Classic Auto Show in Three Forks on Saturday. Day long activities include show and shine, merchant walk, food and an awards ceremony. A short cruise follows the event. Trophies will be given for each category of the show and shine. ...

The Two Gentlemen of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:

Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is soo ...

Powder River Wagon Trains and Cattle Drives, Inc. invites you to participate in a journey through the past, trailing cattle via horseback or on a wagon through scenic and historic country in southeast Montana. Trail through 1920's-era ranches.



For our 'Premier' Wagon Train and Cattle Drive enj ...

Spend a week in Montana immersed in the Tipi Culture of the Plains Indian, discover your relationship with nature and the four winds, hike the magnificence of the Absaroka Wilderness, soak in the Boiling River and relax under the Big Sky. For schedule and full information see www.tipilifestyles.com ...

A dynamic lineup of musicians and guest artists performing the music of Mozart, Brahms, Haydn, Beethoven-and many others-is planned for the 2009 "Festival Amadeus" on July 27 through August 1 in Whitefish. The event is a production of the Glacier Symphony and Chorale and will offer five consecutive ...

FVCC Foundation Presents Summer Tours of the Bibler Home and Gardens



Tours will feature the home's exquisite collection of antiques, sculptures and heirloom Persian carpets as well as the spectacular gardens showcasing acres of colorful blooms, water gardens, swans and miniature exotic animals. ...

Rocky Mountain Oysters feed served with cowboy beans. Music day and night. There will be over 2 1/2 tons of this gourmet food served. Starting small in 1983, the Testicle Festival has become the largest party of its kind in the world! Enjoy the music, food and adult activities organized by the Roc ...

The Billings Gem and Mineral Show has 200 exhibits and around 48 dealers from 13 states, selling gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry (sapphires, diamonds), gold and silver, gemstone carvings, decorator items, opals, lapidary material, and much more. The club has a silent auction and special events for ...

The Butte-Silver Bow County Fair offers arts and crafts, food booths, farm animals, petting zoo, horse shows and rodeo, entertainment, and more! ...

The Wheatland County Fair and Festival combines our county fair with youth events and judging, an arts and antique festival and a concert by a well-known country and western musical group.



Fair events include a youth horse show, viewing and judging of youth fair exhibits, and a youth livestock s ...

This celebration is the oldest traditional pow-wow in Montana. The celebration is always the first weekend of August. The dancers participate for cash or prizes. It is a great weekend of fun and visiting among the elders and younger generations. They have special ceremonies for naming of individuals ...

Stillwater 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale is open to the public to bid on quality beef, swine and sheep for butcher. Youth raise the animals and keep health, financial and activity records. The money from the sale of the animal goes to the youth for their next project. ...

Crazy Daze is a two-day event in downtown Dillon. Merchants display goods on the sidewalks throughout the commercial part of town. You'll find gifts, art, jewelry, antiques, men's and women's apparel and books. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind shopping experience in downtown Dillon, sip a cup of coffee from ...

Volunteers raise money and do an all night walk/run against cancer to benefit the American Cancer Society. As part of the Relay, candles will be lit in honor of the hundreds of loved ones and friends who have been taken by or have survived cancer. All luminary funds help fight this disease that cl ...

At Rocky Mountain Accordion Celebration you cannot imagine having this much fun! Friday begins at noon with an accordion jam and dance at the Sunshine Station; just turn on Montana 1 at the entrance to Philipsburg. Saturday we have a concert, dancing and listening enjoyment for all ages and dozens ...

Step into the experience of 1800s life at the Smoking Waters Mountain Man Rendezvous. The encampment, complete with Trader's Row, fires the imagination of what it must have been like to live in that era. Entertainment, demonstrations and seminars on a variety of 'life as it was skills' will give a d ...

Belgrade celebrates our small town heritage by offering crafts and entertainment throughout the town. Local businesses offer specials and hold a variety of activities. ...

The event, which has celebrated community arts & entertainment for over 25 years will be held at the Big Sky Town Center. The Big Sky Festival of the Arts has a little something for everyone. The day begins with a 5K race, and is followed by a local community parade which ends at the fairgrounds j ...

Come join us for our 55th Mexican Fiesta starting with a Mexican dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Call for more information. ...

Marathon, Half-Marathon. The Marathon course is USATF certified and qualifying results will be submitted to the Boston Marathon. Elevation at the start/finish of the Marathon is 4,830' and gradually drops to a low of 4,110' at mile 8. From there, the course proceeds up and down several hills betwee ...

Fiberfest Eureka! offers classes and demonstrations on fiber (wool) animals and fiber arts. You can learn a new skill or gain expertise on an existing skill. Spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting are all taught. A 'circle' of such artists are ongoing for the duration of the festival. All are i ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

Climb to Conquer Cancer is a unique fundraising event, combining the beauty of a scenic mountain and challenging walk. Everyone is invited to participate in the non-competitive fundraising event. Join us for the 3rd Annual Red Lodge Climb to Conquer Cancer an exhilarating 3 mile hike at Red Lodge ...

Friends and member of the Evelyn J Cameron Foundation are invited to gather in Terry Montana at the Prairie County Fairgrounds to celebrate the annual gala honoring the photographer and her works.



Come, enjoy and celebrate the legacy of Evelyn J. Cameron. ...

The Montana Heritage Commission will sponsor a History Camp this summer for youth ages 11 to 15. The camp will include a variety of learning experiences for young people, including a personal history research project, history and stories from the Alder Gulch area, and some fun hands-on living histor ...

Daniels County has the best family fair in northeastern Montana. This fair features rodeo action, demolition derby, music, a night show, 4-H events, open class exhibits, carnival, petting zoo, commercial exhibits and parade.



Judging takes place on Monday. We Have 4-H exhibits and open class exh ...

30 contestants compete to make the best chili in Big Sky. Put on your western duds and come join us for an evening of good food, music and a raffle of various items donated by the community. ...

The annual Bite Of Bozeman is the ultimate outdoor dining experience. Stroll along the entire length of Bozeman's historic Main Street and celebrate the culinary arts of its local restaurants by sampling foods from a number of different vendors. ...

Livingston hosts this county fair which features a carnival, rodeo, various exhibits, pig wrestling, demolition derby and more. The fairground has 20 water and electrical hookups for RVs and campers. The outdoor arena is excellent for any rodeo function and horseman of all types can stall their ho ...

This is an annual 4-H event that involves all 4-Hers in the county and open to adults in certain events. The 4-H events include livestock exhibits by all ages and various animals concluding with the sale of many animal projects. All other 4-H exhibits are on display in the Rod and Gun Club Buildin ...

The annual Powder River County Fair features 4-H and open class exhibits in this great old-fashioned Montana celebration of crops, livestock, home grown foods and baked goods and crafts. Also included is the Broncs and Bulls Rodeo. The rodeo is the wildest event of the fair. Saddle broncs and buc ...

A festival by kids, about kids and for kids and their families. Stage acts carnival booths, interactive games, displays, music and more. A community event attracting over 2,000 people to Caras Park. Food, dancing live performances, carnival games, juggling, art displays, dunk tank and more! No a ...

Superior hosts the Mineral County Fair and Lions Club go for the Gold Rodeo. Fun for all includes food booths, games, talent shows, exhibits and a rodeo. Each night is rounded out with live music until midnight. Hope to see you all there! Team roping is on Thursday and the rodeo begins on Friday ...

Montana Antique Airplane Association Fly-In at Three Forks Airport: *Young Eagle Rides for children 8-17 years old, flour bombing and spot landing competition. Antique aircraft on display. Breakfast/lunch/dinner and dance. Saturday fly-in or drive-in breakfast at the Wilsall Airport at 7:30am. T ...

Tour of historic 100 year old bars with narrator giving history of each one. This will be the 16th annual Historic Bar Tour. ...

The word is getting out about a music festival in a state that's known more for hunting, fishing and wide-open spaces than two days of world-class music. Our natural Montana hospitality, unique setting and fabulous line ups have created an atmosphere that most festivals can only dream about. Come ...

This annual event includes three buildings with over 75 dealers setting up booths of merchandise ranging from furniture, glassware, linens, to collectibles. Our admission fee is $4.00 and covers all three days. This antique show is a fund raiser for the support of Little Bear School House Museum, ...

The Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival celebrates the Irish culture and heritage in Butte, Montana. This family-oriented event provides an excellent opportunity to learn the language and culture of the Irish who came to Montana. Listen to Montana and Irish authors, musicians and dancers. Also workshops, ...

Join the Cut Bank Creek Muzzleloaders for a Rendezvous.



Friday and Saturday - Registration - Trailwalk - Hunter Course

Sunday - Shoot off - Long Gong - Team Shoot - Prizes

Open iron sights only - Patched Round Ball - Three Falls is a miss

Breakfast will be served - Donations accepted



Thi ...

This is an Annual Event, Days of '85, celebrating our beginning, which was a huge success for the Centennial held in 1985. There is an emphasis for the 4-H at the fair, including individual exhibits for garden produce, crafts, canning, etc. The Carter County Quilt Show is held at the same time as th ...

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This over-night event takes place at the Glasgow High School track, with plenty of room to spread out, where teams of people take turns walking or running around a path. Each team is asked to have ...

The Hays Pow Wow is one of the area's finest outdoor celebrations and features a whole weekend full of dancing and singing by natives from throughout the United States and Canada. Many dancing contests for all ages (from tiny tots to Golden Age!) Hand drum singing contests also! Hays community ha ...

Valley Cruisers Car Show and Polson Art Festival present Polson Festival Days. In addition to the Art and Car Show, there will be 1 free concert for everyone to enjoy.



Other activities include a carnival for the young and the young at heart. Poker run, poker walk and other drawings.



Lodging ...

Fat Tire Frenzy: This two day event consists of a Pre-Ride of the Down Hill course (Friday afternoon) and a fun for all Bike Parade up and down historic Broadway Avenue in Red Lodge followed by a kick-off party at the home of Red Lodge Ales, Sam's Tap Room on Friday evening. Saturday will feature a ...

The show will feature quilts made by local quilters, a raffle quilt, a raffle basket, area quilt shop booths, a handmade boutique, A featured quilter and a chance to vote for your favorite quilts.



After viewing the quilt show, visitors can enjoy the food, fun, and rodeo of the Mineral County Fair ...

Rockin' the Rivers features a classic rock concert held at 'The Bridge' in August. The past years have been huge successes, with music by Journey, Foreigner, 38 Special, Sammy Hagar, Rick Derringer, BTO, Credence Clearwater Revisited, Nazareth, Cheap Trick, Canned Heat and other top name rock bands ...

The Huckleberry Days Art Festival is a celebration of the fabulous native purple fruit, the annual wild huckleberry harvest is the theme for music and entertainment and an art fair. Held in downtown Whitefish, this three-day annual event also features crafts, a pie-eating contest, a treasure hunt, ...

Local artists will be in gorgeous Giant Springs State Park, painting throughout most of the day. The public is also invited to paint or draw in the spectacular setting of Giant Springs State Park, or watch the artists in action throughout the day.



Park fees apply to non residents only, $5.00 per ...

This event features over 80 juried artists and craftspeople. Original photos of local spots such as Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains, as well as original paintings, woodworking, ceramics, sculptures, jewelry and glass and textile arts are among the items available. Enjoy food, music and othe ...

The Swan Lake Huckleberry Festival is an annual celebration of the elusive wild huckleberry. Witness the fierce competition of the Huckleberry Baking Contest or sample the locally made huckleberry pies offered by the Volunteer Fire Department. Enjoy the pancake breakfast, sizzling BBQ lunch. For ...

Northeast Montana celebrates summer with an old-time fair, lots of family fun, free entertainment, children's activities, cooking contests, local talent show, two nights of PRCA rodeo and wild horse race, a demolition derby and livestock exhibits and sale. Judging of woodworking, quilting, arts and ...

Celebrate summer at Missoula's annual fair and rodeo, which features 4-H exhibits, art exhibits, cooking, 4-H livestock sale, a demolition derby, free stage acts, commercial displays, country-western concert and Christian concert. There is a rodeo Thursday through Saturday with performances by the ...

This summer celebration in Northeast Montana features a fun run which includes distances and age grouping for everyone, 4-H and FFA livestock auction, an evening dress review featuring area young men and women modeling their own creations, Farmhand Olympics consisting of various contests such as lon ...

This annual county fair includes 4-H and open class exhibits, outstanding free stage acts, commercial display booths, local food booths, PRCA rodeo, country-western concert, bump-and-run car race and ranch rodeo. ...

Everyone is welcome to attend the Fallon County Fair at Baker with four fun-filled days of activities.



Attendants at the fair have much to enjoy between scheduled events. A video game company will have video games on the grounds for everyone to enjoy free of charge. A carnival will be on the mi ...

This annual four day celebration takes place the second week in August and is 26 miles south of Browning in the community of Heart Butte, which is located on the Blackfeet Reservation. Heart Butte is one of the oldest traditional communities of the Blackfeet Reservation. More than 60 houses are cl ...

Montana Fun weekend includes a car show and a fly-in. Awards will be presented to the five best cars and three best airplanes. Drag races, burn out contests, airplane rides and bowling ball bombing. Food booths, entertainment, free parking, fly or drive, pancake breakfasts and more! ...

This three-day cultural event gives visitors the opportunity to experience a visual and oral history of the West and central Montana, typical of that depicted by Charlie Russell, who lived and painted in this area for many years. The ultimate goal of this event is to continue passing the legacy of ...

The Igniters Car Club, started in 1961, annually puts on the Igniters Ignite The Nites the 3rd weekend in August. All makes and models of cars, trucks and motorcycles are encouraged to attend.



The weekend kicks off on Friday with afternoon registration. The Poker Run is Friday afternoon and ev ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

This year is the 30th annual Huckleberry Festival in the beautiful community of Trout Creek, a small town in northwest Montana proclaimed by the legislature as the 'Huckleberry Capitol of Montana.'



What started as a local turnout of artists and craftspersons' booths and a spot to sell huckleberr ...

August 14-17, 2009: 50th Anniversary of the Hebgen Lake Earthquake. Many of you remember that August night in 1959 when one of the most powerful earthquakes was ever recorded in Montana. The proposed schedule of events include: Geologic Guest Speakers, Survivor Talks and Guided Walks. A community s ...

Take a drive through the scenic Bitterroot Valley and enjoy the view of mountains and river on your way to 'Celebrating Community' Darby's Annual Darby Fun Day that includes a 1-mile, 5K, and 12K fun runs (starting at Lake Como), parade, community market, live entertainment, evening dance, kids' gam ...

Stillwater Art and Wine Festival is held in the beautiful Stillwater Valley. Come and taste the wine from a selection of 30 different wines. View the art work of over 25 artists. This is sure to be an event you won't want to miss! ...

The annual Huntley Project Threshing Bee in Huntley features events for the whole family including steam and gas threshing, a stationary engine display, gas tractor and steam engine plowing, hay baling, binding, a saw-mill, wood planer and shingle mill, working blacksmith shop, tractor pull competit ...

A day of celebration is held in downtown Manhattan in honor of the potato industry surrounding this community. The day includes with firemen's breakfast, parade, arts and crafts vendors, lawn mower races, car show and town dance. Big Sky Carvers hold a tent sale and tours.

In 1950 seed potato farmi ...

The Soroptimist of Polson take great pride in hosting our Annual Wine Festival. We continue a tradition of offering fine wines from around the world and delicious hors d'oeuvres from our local eateries. The bidding at our exciting live auction gets more competitive and jovial as the evening progre ...

The Powell County Chamber of Commerce Demolition Derby is an annual even designed to excite and thrill thousands. Drivers are dedicated to destruction of all competitor's cars. Smashed beyond recognition is the bottom line. Fun and prize money is the goal. A junkyard owner's dream. This is a fu ...

Stafford Animal Shelter's Bark in the Park is held in the Miles Bandshell Park. Families and their dogs are invited to this fundraiser which includes a walk-a-thon, dog contests and kid activities. Please join us! ...

Kalispell hosts this regional gathering which involves both Commercial and Individual exhibits, 4H\FFA exhibits, 5 days and 6 nights of Inland Empire\Royal West Amusements carnival, 3 nights of PRCA Rodeo action and fireworks after rodeo, 5 days of Pari-mutuel Horse Racing, a Livestock Show & Sale, ...

Part exhibition, part Wild West show, part competition. Authentic cowboys and cowgirls dressed in 1800s period clothing compete on horseback in a timed shooting event with 45-caliber single-action pistols for real Old West entertainment. Concessions, seating and parking is available. Visitor frien ...

The 31st annual Western Rendezvous of Art features 55 of the nation's premier artists, members of the Northwest Rendezvous Group of Artists (NWR) and invited guest artists. The 2009 Rendezvous opens at 10am at the Red Lion Colonial Inn. Events include a gallery art exhibit; Thursday evening barbecue ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

The Two Gentlemen of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:



Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is ...

Quilts on the Lawn Quilt Show is a regional indoor/outdoor quilt show held at the Emerson Cultural Center. Antique quilts and an antique toy sewing machine collection will be displayed inside. Hundreds of quilts with craft and food vendors are outside on the lawn. For more information go to www.q ...

The Green ECO Show is for everything green from clothes, food and home furnishings to building supplies & energy. We will have some speakers, music, and a fashion show. We will serve organic food and have 50 vendors with unique green products. Come learn to make a few changes and help the earth, Ad ...

Lone Tree Gun Show has grown to a new location and moved to the fall season to add an outdoor trade show that includes campers and ATVs. Of course, the antiques and coins that you expect to find at a gun show are there along with taxidermy displays and a wide variety of firearms for bird hunters to ...

Experience the thrill of running or walking up the Danny On Memorial Trail of Whitefish Mountain in this summer fund raiser for the Junior Nordic Ski Program. Registration is in front of the Chalet from 8:00am to 8:45am. The start time is 9:00am and awards will follow the event on the Summit House ...

Big Hole Cow Pasture Golf Tournament is a golf tournament in a pasture in the beautiful Big Hole Valley. Held annually.



Golf Car Parade: Prize for the 'Most Original Golf Cart' and 'Most Original Golf Attire'. Prizes for the closest to the hole for men and women. Prizes for the longest drive fo ...

The Miles City Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Demolition Derby at the Eastern Montana Fair. We will have a grudge match, a pitman race, a powder puff race, and the best paint job.



Adult admission is $6.00, children six to 12 is $3.00 and under six is free.



Come and enjoy the fun a ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

Hawk Watch International (HWI) began full-season, fall migration counts at this site in southwestern Montana in 1991, with standardized, single-site counts commencing in 1992. This ongoing effort monitors long-term trends in populations of raptors using this northern portion of the Rocky Mountain Fl ...

Big Sky Classic Derby and Futurity presented by Montana Reining Horse Association with over $30,000 added is one of the largest reining horse shows in the Northwest. This event brings horses and riders from the western United States and Canada together for the most exciting event in the western rid ...

Dixon Melon Days provides fun for the entire family. Activities include a Parade, 1 mile, 2 mile, 3 mile run/walk, food booths, old time kids and adult games, live entertainment, silent auction, farmer Olympics, horseshoes, little buckaroo rodeo and the best melons in western Montana. Also a 3 on 3 ...

Blues Fest '08 starts Friday night at 9:00pm and continues Saturday from 9:00pm to 1:00am. Sunday concludes with a brunch.



Buttons will be sold for admission to all events or you can purchase admission to individual events.



Friday: 9:00pm - 1:00am Little Elmo & the Mumbo Kings

Saturday: 9: ...

The Wibaux County Fair features a night show on Friday night, a NRA/NWRA/NDRA rodeo on Saturday evening and a Demolition Derby/Bump-N-Run on Sunday afternoon. 4-H and open class judging Friday and Saturday. Food booths all three days and a parade through town Sunday. There is also 4-H livestock s ...

Farm Festival



Come visit the Living History Farm during the harvest season and enjoy the heirloom and the Native American gardens once more before the frosts come. Learn some of the crafts, skills and children's games from our homestead heritage. There will be blacksmithing, cooking, and texti ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

A community festival celebrating the history of ranching, farming and industry in the Clark's Fork Valley. In addition to cowboy and western culture, the valley was home to a brick factory, pickle factory, flax mill and orchards. Join us for family fun.



Events include:

Sponsored lunch

Farmer' ...

This annual dressage competition is open to competitors from all over the United States and Canada who wish their horses to be judged by a national level judge and who may also wish to compete for national horse or rider awards.



Dressage competition is the fastest growing horse competition in Ame ...

Run or walk! This is a relaxed race and a great family event. As summer moves into spectacular fall, it feels like a celebration. A festival atmosphere prevails as walkers and runner from all over the area gather to test themselves on 6K and 10K events. There is a kid's race too! The traffic-fr ...

The Two Gentlemen of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:



Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is ...

The Two Gentlemen of Verona

Directed by Will Dickerson



In Brief:



Leaving behind both home and beloved, a young man travels to Milan to meet his closest friend. Once there, however, he falls in love with his friend's new sweetheart and resolves to seduce her. Love-crazed and desperate, he is ...

An old fashioned country fair, one you'd see in a Norman Rockwell painting. There is no charge to enter the fairgrounds. Agricultural exhibits abound with locals displaying their talents, green thumbs and individuality. PRCA-sanctioned rodeos and Bull Riding; arena cross motorcycle event for the y ...

Ravalli County is nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountain Ranges, offering visitors spectacular panoramic views. World renowned for its trout fishing, it also offers hiking, camping, hunting and many other year round outdoor activities. Highway 93, a Rand McNally selected scenic highw ...

The oldest continuous wagon train in the west pulls out on its 40th excursion. No fees or registration, just days of good wholesome outdoors fun with horses, teams, wagons, barbecue and people who love 'em all.



Contact wagon masters: Craig Mangis - 654-1720, or Rusty Pray - 654-1383. ...

The arbor on U.S. Highway 212 between Ashland and the St. Labre Mission comes alive during the Labor Day weekend. Drummers and dancers from many tribes participate. Booths are set up for food vendors and Native American art and beadwork. Giveaways, gourd dancing and hand games are part of the fes ...

The Big Sky Polka Festival will hold its Annual Event on Labor Day Weekend. Truly the largest dance festival in the entire Rocky Mountain northwest region. This event draws dancing folk from thirty states and Canada.



The event takes place at a large decorated ballroom with a wood dance floor. ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

Wagons Ho! Travel with us by wagon through the wide-open spaces on an eastern Montana cattle ranch. Enjoy the remnants of the homestead era, the wondrous landscape, numerous rock formations, and abundant wildlife. Wonderful photography opportunities abound on our journey through the rugged prairi ...

The Annual Montana Atlatl Mammoth Hunt moved to First Peoples Buffalo Jump, formerly Ulm Pishkun State Park. Experts and novices from around the country, and even the world, come try their hand at throwing the atlatl, an 8000 year-old hunting weapon. Targets for atlatl are set up along one section o ...

Free annual Quilt Show sponsored by the Stillwater Quilters of Absarokee. Over 100 quilts and quilted items shown. ...

The Tempest

Directed by Joel Jahnke



In Brief:

Prospero, a sorcerer and the former Duke of Milan, dwells on an enchanted isle with his daughter, Miranda. Twelve years earlier, the duke's brother, Antonio, and Alonso, the King of Naples, conspired to usurp his throne. They set Prospero and Mirand ...

The John Colter Run at the Missouri Headwater State Park commemorates John Colter's famous trek across Montana. This is a cross country foot race. So, put on your running shoes and join the group for a unique and fun outdoor activity. Trace the steps of John Colter and his escape from the Blackfee ...

Relive the days of homesteaders in this annual gathering hosted by the Culbertson Saddle Club. Each year hundreds of people enjoy riding across the prairie and dancing out under the stars. Fee includes meals, hay, beverages and entertainment.



This is an ideal opportunity to see just what our an ...

Aptly described as "Montana's Biggest Weekend", the Dillon Jaycee Labor Day Rodeo, Concert, Fair & Parade provides an exciting and colorful end to summer. The arena action lures America's top riders and ropers, matched against the toughest rodeo stock in two days of heart-stopping action. The fairgr ...

This day of cultural sharing at this great Crow chief's home includes speakers, drummers and dancers; tours of the chief's house, medicine spring, and gravesite; and concludes with a buffalo feast. A craft fair is also being planned. All people are invited to participate in the Chief's great legac ...

Living History Weekend - muzzleloaders encampment for three days at Fort Union. Part of each day is spent on a building project for the fort. Beginning at 8:00pm each evening, every 15 minutes, groups of 25 tour the fort, confronted by period scenes. The last tour ends at 10:00pm. ...

Saddle up the horses and put on your poker face! The Labor Day Horseback Poker Ride is Saturday, September 5, 2009 in Virginia City. This year's poker ride is sponsored by the Virginia City Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration for the Poker Ride is 8:30am-10:00am at the Bale of Hay Saloon. Admiss ...

Annual Yellowstone Music Festival is scheduled from 11:00am to 10:00pm. This is a festival of great music for people who love the outdoors. The festival will showcase artists from a variety of genres and will feature local, regional and national talent. ...

The Helmville Labor Day Rodeo is the biggest little rodeo in Montana. Sunday features the top six bareback riders in the NRA and Monday features the top six saddle bronc riders in the NRA. Enjoy dancing at the Helmville Community Hall on Sunday night from 9 pm to 2 am.



Enjoy hamburger, pop and be ...

PRCA Rodeo action in the Smith River Valley, sponsored by Meagher County Rodeo Club. Sunday and Monday - parade at 11:00am.



Over 57 years of rodeo in White Sulphur Springs! An exciting time in our area. Reunions are scheduled at this time. The entire population has a part in this two day event ...

Holy Bucket Bluegrass Festival is an annual Labor Day music event brought to you by Norris Hot Springs. Fun for the whole family. Traditional bluegrass, psycho-grass, jam grass as well as folk and other acoustic music genres are performed by a talented group of regional professionals.



Montana gr ...

Indian Summer is the perfect time for an open-air and indoor culinary extravaganza. The Taste of Whitefish is Northwest Montana's premier food event!! The Taste of Whitefish features fine cuisine from more than twenty area restaurants, as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages, live music, ...

Mark your calendars; the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its upcoming annual golf tournament on Friday, September 11th at the Big Sky Golf Course with a shot-gun start at 12:30pm. Then entry fee for the tournament is $90 per person or $350 per team, which includes 18 holes of golf, ca ...

Butte hosts this annual celebration of Native American Dancing, food and music. There are vendors with Native American jewelry, bead work and other traditional items. ...

This event features steam threshing, steam plowing, antique tractors and engines, daily Parade of Power, shingle making, miniature steam train rides, running sawmill, music and entertainment. Lunch available and handicap transportation on grounds. ...

The Libby community celebrates its Scandinavian Heritage every year on the second weekend in September. Libby Nordicfest is a gala affair featuring Scandinavian foods, a juried craft show, traditional folk costumes, free outdoor entertainment, a quilt show, concerts, music and arts. There are spec ...

Celebrating Nature, Energy, and Universe (NEU) in Montana's magic city. We invite you to visit our fair, see the displays, chat with our exhibitors, try their services and enjoy the visual splendor of this event. Fair admission is $3.00 which includes lectures and exhibits.



NEU celebration open ...

September Fest is a celebration of another year and an open house unveiling a new exhibit or completed project. A speaker, cookie auction, ride in vintage car, and dance in the log school house helps in this celebration. Everyone is welcome. ...

Liberty County Harvest Festival is held on homecoming weekend, the 3rd weekend in September. Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Chester-Joplin-Inverness school in Chester. The event includes a chili cookoff. Prizes are awarded for Judges Choice and Peoples Choice. Contestants are also encouraged ...

Ennis Arts Association's 14th Annual "Evening Over The Mountains" Artist Appreciation Dinner & Silent Auction: Banditos Restaurant in Virginia City with the Artist Reception and Silent Auction starting at 5:30pm followed by Dinner at 7:00pm. Proceeds go to support art-related community projects. Res ...

The Annual National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Women in the Outdoors Event will offer a variety of hands on workshops for women 14 and older. Some of the classes being offered are: Canoeing/Kayaking, Fly Fishing, Spin Fishing, Birding, Water Safety/1st Aide, Personal Safety/Self Defense, Outdoor ...

Lincoln Rod Run is Lincoln's best and a great time for family and fun! A local car show as an area wide attraction. This last years entry had over 200 entries.



Registration is held at Lambkins Restaurant and begins at 9:00am. Trophies are given to 20 different cars. A poker run starts at 12:00 a ...

It's time for Philipsburg to once again celebrate Montana's rich mining heritage with the Annual Miner's Union Picnic and Mining Competition. Please accept our invitation to join us and to celebrate Montana's miners and mining history.



The day's scheduled events will be enjoyed by young and old ...

Started in 1981, the annual Whitefish Men's Soccer Tournament is Montana's largest and oldest adult soccer tournament. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of four games against competition from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Washington, Alaska and Montana. The emphasis is on attractive, s ...

Circle Rifle Club Turkey Shoot is held annually the second Sunday in September at 10:00am. Lunch will be available. There is trap shooting, target rifle shooting, pistol shooting and 22 shooting for kids. This is a day of fun shooting events and something for the whole family. ...

This is our 16th year for the Germanfest, an annual ethnic heritage celebration that highlights Missoula's Sister City relationship with Neckargemund, one of the oldest communities in Germany. The celebration is held in the Pavilion at Caras Park alongside the Clark Fork River in downtown Missoula. ...

What the Hay is organized by the Utica Rod and Gun Club and sponsored by local businesses and private individuals and is held in conjunction with the Utica Fair Day. This event features creative hay bale sculptures. 'What The Hay' is sponsored by the Utica Rod and Gun Club and is held in conjuncti ...

Gathering of Trappers to show, trade, yearly awards, banquet. Open to all. Trapping demonstrations, contests, fur fashion show, dealer booths offering everything from jewelry to trapping lures. Free fur coat drawing to paid MTA members, 10 prize raffle drawing and auction. ...

The Great Divide Orchid Society will hold its Annual Orchid Show and Sale at the Capital Hill Mall, near center court, in Helena. Everyone is encouraged to enter their blooming orchids or orchid art in this show, you need not be a member of the GDOS. Entries of orchid plants or orchid art will be ac ...

Belgrade's Fall Festival is a project that involves the whole community. It is part of a city tradition that has gone on for over 39 years.



The meat for Saturday's mouth-watering barbecue (beginning at noon) starts cooking at the Fire Hall on Friday afternoon. The Saturday Barbecue includes Ba ...

Last Chance Derby offers a great afternoon of demolition derby races at the Powder River County Fairgrounds. Prizes awarded as well as trophies. Concessions available on site. ...

The Teton Antique Steam and Gas Threshing Association will hold it annual Threshing Bee in September. The event will be held in Choteau just two blocks south of the City Park.



Show starts at 7:00am both days and goes until 5:00pm. A pancake breakfast will be served from 7:00am to 10:00am. Lunc ...

This is a family festival, revolving around the annual salmon run up the Tobacco River which runs through the Historical Village in downtown Eureka. Salmon Festival has something for everyone; fishing derby, kids games, casting contest, scarecrow contest, salmon cook off, different length runs, art ...

From an elevation of 4,200 to 3,130 feet above sea level, the 26.2-mile course travels through breathtaking countryside with panoramic mountain views. Beginning at Molt, Montana, winding through Billings, and ending at Daylis Stadium, the scenic course is certified by USATF. Four mountain ranges are ...

Sample over 40 different micro-brews at Ales for Trails. Your taste buds will go crazy with the selection of brews from across the region, great food, and enjoy the best local music. ...

Celebrate the fall season by experiencing the Valley's finest foods and flavors. The Flathead Valley Community College Foundation will host its inaugural 'Festival of Flavors' event. The week-long gala will consist of various events ranging from Great Chefs dinners featuring intimate evenings with ...

The Barber of Seville

Tickets go on sale July 20 at Alberta Bair Theater! Call 256-6052



Rossini's spicy masterpiece is a nonstop comedy express. Its spirited music bounces us happily along with the outrageous mayhem dispensed by a singing barber. Chris Johnson and Lisa Lombardy take leading role ...

Northeast Montana Threshing Bee and Antique Show is a two-day show held each year the fourth full weekend in September: threshing bundles, sawing logs, parade of old tractors and machinery, small engine display, shingle saw, lumber planer, flea market space, car show, free barbecue Saturday evening. ...

To encourage visitation to our nation's public lands, the national forests and grasslands join the Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service in waiving entrance fees for the day. ...

Ride this 60-mile round-trip bicycle tour to Yellowstone's Old Faithful, starting at 9:00am. Enjoy the fall colors of Yellowstone National Park as the 60 mile round-trip bicycle tour takes you past geysers, thermal features, bison and bugling elk. If you are looking for a shorter ride, we will shu ...

Scarecrow Festival - Fun for the whole family building Scarecrows. We supply all the stuff but we encourage you to bring some of you own unique materials. Join in the contests, pumpkin carvings, a big bonfire, wiener roast and live music. Last year we had over 220 scarecrows make! ...

The Annual Glacier Jazz Stampede promises to be a weekend to remember for the Flathead Valley Jazz enthusiasts and the 'new' fans that come on board from outside the area. The toe-tappin' music played at the venues has jazz lovers from all musical backgrounds. One objective of the stampede is to t ...

The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest. The Big Read brings together partners across the country to encourage reading for pleasure and enlightenment.



The YMCA Writer's Voice and its com ...

Celebrate the bounty of Montana at the Western Sustainability Exchange's Harvest Celebration Dinner and Auction. This locally grown feast matches regionally renowned chefs with food grown on Montana's sustainably managed farms and ranches.



Friday, October 2

Cocktails: 6:00 p.m. - Dinner: 7:30 p ...

The Stillwater River Run & Fun Walk is a fund raiser event sponsored by the Absarokee Civic Club for the benefit of many community projects and is held the first Saturday in October. All ages are encouraged to participate. Runners are divided into age groups and each category receives recognition. ...

The Bridger Raptor Festival is an annual event held in and around Bozeman Montana. The festival, which is free to the public, centers around an annual count each Fall of the largest known golden eagle migration in the United States. The Bridger Raptor Festival takes place at the Bridger Bowl ski ar ...

Barrett Hospital Foundation Annual fund raiser presents Kenny Rogers Live in Concert! Opening performance by Rob Quist and White Hawk.



Tickets on sale now - $40, $45 or $50! Purchase tickets online at www.butteciviccenter.com or call Butte Civic Center Box Office at 800-555-8989 or 406-497-6401 ...

Wine Tasting Festival is a semi-formal event where participants taste a vast variety of wines and sample hors d'oeuvres. An elegant and fun evening.



Everyone has a great time tasting, sampling and visiting with friends. There is also a silent and live auction held at the event. With the purchas ...

Come to Seeley Lake for this spectacular two-day event to celebrate the arts and the alpine splendor of the turning tamaracks. The Western Larch trees, commonly known as Tamaracks, is the only species of coniferous trees that actually lose their needles annually to return in the spring. Come and see ...

The Alzada Cowboy Poetry, Art & Music Show is an outstanding event sponsored by the Alzada Community Club to fund their Community Hall. Admission is free and food is sold throughout the day. Cowboy Poets can recite 2 poems each, Musicians can perform 2 songs and Artists or Photographers can enter ...

Country Ag Tours held in different communities in the Central Montana area every year on the first day. Town tour of different businesses and Banquet on the second day. ...

Many events are planned for the Annual Sugarbeet Festival in Chinook. Starting Friday the vendors will be displaying their wares. Saturday will be a big day on Main Street. Plans are to kick off the day with a 3-mile and 1-mile fun run/walk.



Activities planned throughout the day are kid's game ...

The Heron Players have been providing support for the Heron Community Center, a non-profit organization run solely by volunteers, by putting on two dinner/theaters each year. They are always presented on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the 2nd and 3rd weekends in April and the 1st and 2nd weekends in ...

The NILE Stock Show, Pro Rodeo and Horse Extravaganza has a rich history of celebrating the western tradition. The Northern International Livestock Exposition (called NILE for short) is scheduled this year at the MetraPark in Billings. Gate admission is free to the public. The NILE Horse Extravag ...

Billed as the biggest bake sale under the Big Sky, McIntosh Apple Day has apple butter bubbling over an open fire, apple juice being squeezed, a giant Farmers Market with arts and crafts, kids games galore, live music all day, a mega-raffle, fall vegetables and fruits and lots of specialty food item ...

Montana Historical Society History Conference offers the finest and latest in Montana history and heritage in a fun, informative and interactive format that is suitable for anyone with even a limited knowledge of the state. The event includes solid history, fun activities and entertainment plus tou ...

Lewistown Gun Show is sponsored by Weapons Collectors Society of Montana. Food concessions will be by the Snowy Mountain Muzzleloaders. Each paid admission entitles you to one chance on a new rifle. All State and Federal laws will be observed.



Admission price of $5 entitles you to all three day ...

For three days and nights, Montana celebrates reading, writing and books. Humanities Montana Festival of the Book features over 70 of the region's writers in a variety of readings, panels, exhibits, demonstrations, a literary contest, signings, entertainment, receptions and tours connected to festiv ...

Bannack's wild past comes alive at Ghost Walks. Co-sponsored with the Bannack Association. The ghosts of Henry Plummer, Chief Snag, Dutch John Wagonor and others come to life in this spooky and entertaining Halloween event.



Reservations are required. Admission for adults $7.00, children under ...

This is a Victorian holiday bazaar with food, music, turn-of-the-century costumes and decorations. A two-story tree is decorated with crystal icicles, glass ornaments and beads from Christopher Radko, and thousands of lights. Fifty artisans sell their work at this juried show. Breakfast and lunch ...

Get ready for dazzling ball-handling tricks, high-flying slam dunks and hilarious family comedy! This spectacular show will feature players from our own community challenging the undefeated Harlem Ambassadors. ...

Halloween Carnival and Bingo, sponsored by the Ennis Lions Club, is held on Halloween night at the Ennis Elementary School. The carnival features 14 exciting booths for the kids and prizes. There is also a Haunted House that is sure to 'scare the dickens' out of you! Bingo will be held for the adu ...

On November 7th the Symphony presents 'American Favorites' when Broadway singer Doug LaBrecque, whose beautiful tenor voice has been enjoyed beyond Broadway by audiences across the nation, joins the Billings Symphony Orchestra and Chorale, prepared by Steven Hart, to deliver memorable tunes like Ove ...

The Wine & Food Festival is held at St. Matthew's Parish Center. You will be greeted with warm smiles, laughter and the mouth watering aroma of delicious morsels waiting to be tasted. Sample your choice of champagne, chardonnay or zinfandel, non alcoholic specialty drinks and beers, while enjoying ...

Festival of Trees - An Old fashioned Christmas - the Phillips County Museum, Malta invites you to view beautiful Christmas trees, wreaths and centerpieces entered in the Festival of Trees decorating contest. This event is sponsored by local businesses, organizations and communities. During this in ...

60 antique dealers with antiques and collectibles from several states with lots of furniture, glassware and primitives. All items are for sale and dealers are eager to buy as well as sell, so come join us for a fun weekend. This is one of Montana's largest and finest antique shows. ...

The Holiday Food & Gift Festival is a perfect kick-off to your holiday season. Eat, drink and be merry! You will find just the right thing for everyone on your shopping list - gift baskets, cutlery, photographs and prints, candles, ornaments, cosmetics, jams, jellies and syrups, gourmet mustards an ...

During November, West Yellowstone, Montana comes alive in color. The early snow brings cross-country skiers from around the world to learn and train on the superior Rendezvous Trail System, in fact seven international teams used the Rendezvous to prepare themselves for the Olympics. Residents of ...

The evening begins with Anaconda's annual tree lighting ceremony. The tree is lit by Santa at 6:00pm with a drawing for Anaconda Bucks, followed by a stroll downtown to special sales, mannequins in store windows, food vendors, and caroling. Santa leads the parade to the visitors center in downtown ...

The annual Holiday Parade in downtown Billings offers over 100 festive entries including children's groups and extravagant lighted displays. Santa joins the parade to kick off the holiday season! ...

The Chinook Parade of Lights is a celebration of the beginning of the holiday season on the Hi-Line. This is a one-day affair with arts and crafts, food, Santa pictures, hayrides, music, and a parade of lights at 6:00pm, which in previous years has had 20 or more floats, beautifully lit and decorat ...

Please join Hamilton in celebrating the Christmas season with a beautiful Parade of Lights on Friday night ending with a traditional Lighting of the Tree Ceremony. Take a carriage ride, visit shops and warm up next to the burning barrels. Santa Claus joins the fun, bending an ear to the children a ...

The weather outside can be delightful or frightful, but crowds gather on Main Street for the annual Christmas parade that ushers in the holiday season. Santa joins the festivities on his annual visit to wish everyone a happy holiday! ...

A Billings Thanksgiving tradition of more than 30 years, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Ballet will be performed November 28th and 29th. All the magic and pageantry are brought to life by the Billings Symphony Orchestra with an internationally - renowned ballet company and more than 80 aspiring local ...

The Community Tree Lighting highlights this annual celebration. Santa lights the tree and singers entertain. Fabulous sales as well as food vendors and children's activities. ...

The annual Festival of Trees offers a memorable weekend of decorated Christmas tree viewing. There is an auction party with a delightful selection of trees to purchase. Santa's Workshop, a holiday boutique and craft fair. All proceeds benefit The Family Tree Center, Billings Council to Prevent C ...

Mark you calendars! Intermountain is celebrating 22 years of Festival of Trees!



This extraordinary event has become a tradition of Helena's holiday season while raising much needed awareness and funds to benefit the children and families at Intermountain, formerly Intermountain Children's Home a ...

The Christmas Stroll provides an evening complete with all the festivities of the season. Seasonal food and gift items, a variety of entertainment, merchant specials, hayrides, and visits from Santa make the Christmas Stroll a favorite family holiday tradition. ...

Festival of Trees is an auction fundraiser. Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations are on display. Many trees are decorated by non-profit and children's groups. Trees all sold at auction, either silent (during entire festival) or at live auction Gala on Saturday night.


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Conrad's home town Christmas stroll provides a wonderful diversion in the midst of the holiday season. Old friends meet in Conrad's downtown district where they are treated to the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the Pondera County Courthouse with local talent providing a musical backdrop. ...

A much anticipated event, the annual Dillon Christmas Stroll in Dillon is not to be missed. All are invited by the area merchants to enjoy the season with friends and family. The evening begins at Beaverhead County Courthouse with a traditional tree lighting, carolers and Santa's grand arrival. T ...

In an effort to maintain the spirit of Christmas as it used to be, interested communities and merchants throughout Chouteau County are cooperating to bring the people of Chouteau and surrounding counties an opportunity to experience Christmas festivities with an historic flair.



The annual Chout ...

Lewistown offers a Christmas parade, Santa's arrival and food booths. ...

The Christmas Stroll features free wagon rides, Santa Claus, candy for kids, music and refreshments such as hot cider and roasted chestnuts provided by downtown business. Many specials offered by Red Lodge businesses. ...

Christmas Gift Fair provides lots of local activities from arts and crafts to dining. Nativity sets will be displayed at St. Mary's Mission. First Friday festivities include wagon rides, hot roasted peanuts, Parade of Lights, Christmas Story, Live Nativity, Oh Little Town village displays and Sant ...

Big Sandy is a part of the Chouteau County Country Christmas on December 5th. Many varied crafts and fodd will be sold. Join us for the Snowflake Run. ...

Montana Ballet Company presents its 26th Anniversary production of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Over 80 performers throughout the region accompanied by professional guest artists and the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Shuichi Komiyama will dazzle our audiences with ...

Come experience Ennis during an old fashioned Christmas stroll! Merchants will be open late, featuring Christmas treats for all. Pictures with Santa, Christmas stories for children, roasted chestnuts, live music, special gallery events and more! The Lions Club Park by the Madison River will be lit ...

Ride to the North Pole with Santa. Polar Runs departure 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm. Train boards one hour before departure.



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The Old-Fashioned Christmas Fair is a family fun day. Enjoy holiday shopping in a warm friendly atmosphere. Scrumptious home-style lunch, dinner and dessert specials are served all day, or pull up a chair and rest while local artisans entertain. Country crafting at its best! Vendors wanted! ...

The Sanders County Christmas Bazaar was established in 1978 as a show case for local artists and crafts people. Its primary mission is to raise funds for a local charity, the Sanders County Sheriff's Christmas Relief Fund. This fund provides food baskets and gifts to needy county families at the h ...

The holiday season brings a spirit of community to Virginia City. The past Virginia City Christmas Social events have been revamped into one weekend of fun activities for young and old.



The first weekend of December will feature living history events in Nevada City, tree lighting, a potluck feas ...

Glasgow Christmas Stroll welcomes Santa to town at high noon. Santa will be visiting with children at one of the local stores during the afternoon. Concessions will be available. Children's matinee for when parents are shopping. There will be other group activities throughout the town.



Parade ...

Parade of Lights is an annual evening parade, featuring local businesses and groups. Church groups welcome. Main street lights are turned down and the floats are lit up.



Because December in northern Montana usually means cold and serious chill factors, both adults and children are usually heavil ...

Enjoy small town holiday participation in Hysham Montana. Booths of crafts and baked foods by local people are located in businesses that are open for this special occassion. Carolers will be singing at the tree lighting and which will be followed by a parade of lights. A large wagon pulled by Dr ...

Wrap up in your best holiday garb and spirit and get ready to stroll. Visit the stores, ride a horse-drawn wagon, try a roasted chestnut, enjoy enchanting Christmas sounds, and treat yourself to the delicious food and beautiful crafts the street vendors have to offer.



New this year - caroling co ...

Liberty County Christmas Festival will feature arts and crafts, Christmas gift vendors, activities for children and soup and bread dinner. ...

RUST is a nighttime rail event that features local and regional skiers and snowboarders who entertain the crowd, showing off their newest tricks on the rails and funboxes that are illuminated in the base area. After the fireworks show the crowd can visit parties held in the Mountain Mall. ...

The Christmas spirit is alive at Big Sky Resort! Events include visits by Santa and the elves, special interdenominational services, a traditional Christmas buffet dinner, caroling and other festivities for the family.



All of these events take place at the Huntley Lodge and Yellowstone Conferenc ...

The Billings Symphony's New Year's Eve Celebration continues the tradition of presenting special guests of the highest artistic caliber.



For information about this concert or to purchase tickets, visit the Symphony's website or call. ...

First Night Missoula is an annual community New Year's Eve celebration of the arts. Hundreds of performing, visual and literary artists showcase their diverse talents in more than 100 events throughout Missoula. This spirited, cultural celebration is open to the entire community and is alcohol and ...

The rail jam is the opener to the New Year's Eve celebrations, capped off with a great Fireworks Display. Any 'Jam' style of event means skiers/riders will be constantly hitting the jumps and rails, so there is no break in the action between riders (shred city), making this style of event great for ...

Sign up at the Snow Warriors Clubhouse to ride a variety of Lincoln's well groomed trails. Cash prizes are awarded for high and low poker hand and many door prizes are available as well. Lunch, coffee, cocoa and pop are available for a donation. With 250 miles of groomed trails and lots of play a ...

New Trends in Agriculture will feature speakers from all around the United States telling us about new trends in agriculture. Applicator points are given. ...

This race series is open to the general public of all ages. Intermediate and and advanced skiers welcome. There are several age divisions for men and women. Medals are awarded to placing finishers. Telemark events on Saturday, and Alpine GS races on Sundays. The entry fee is $10 per event. Eve ...

The Great Rockies Sportshow and the Montana Outdoor Recreation Exposition (MORE) have merged to bring you the largest sport show in Montana and Wyoming. Catch the Big One! Each year international exhibitors from around the world travel to Billings to meet with outdoor enthusiasts.



This three day ...

The Seeley Lake 200 mile sled dog race will be held the weekend of January 15, 16, and 17, 2010. The race is an Iditarod qualifying race and the field will be limited to 20 teams combined this year. The 200 mile race will start in Lincoln in the afternoon on Friday, January 15. The mushers will t ...

MAGIE is a regional farm and ranch trade show featuring exhibitors from all over the Pacific Northwest, Montana, the Dakotas and Canada. KMON Radio had produced the show since 1979 and is now Montana's largest farm and ranch trade show. The show features major manufacturers and regional businesses ...

Winterfest will kick off Friday with a torch light parade followed by the annual bonfire to burn old Christmas trees. Throughout the entire event will be Snow Sculpture viewing and competition. As these creations come to completion, it forms a unique activity for both the sculptures and the viewer ...

Fishing Derby is held every year at Clark Canyon Reservoir. Proceeds go to benefit the Beaverhead Search and Rescue. This is an ice fishing derby with prizes for the biggest fish. Mobile concessions on ice.



Two progressive tagged fish, 4-way split for largest trout and ling. Youth (12 years a ...

Weather permitting, anglers from all over try their luck at Canyon Ferry Lake for most and largest perch. Prizes for adults and kids. Food, fun and fish, Mother Nature provides the ice.



Saturday: Perch Derby - Largest Perch

Sunday: Team (4 people) - Most Pounds ...

This is the 6th year for this mountaineering event at Bridger. Recreational and professional divisions for men and women available. This is a high endurance event requiring the ascent of several thousand feet and then descending steep expert terrain. Great prizes for top finishing competitors. D ...

Annual Micro-Brew Review & Cool Dog event will be at the Helena Civic Center Ballroom from 6:00 to midnight. This party is way too cool to miss out on and it is a major fundraiser for Race to the Sky. Come support the race and sample some amazing microbrews and come listen to some great dance music ...

The Ice Fishing Derby is a two-day family event. The Havre Chamber Ag Committee fishing derby is designed for participants to win cash, have fun, and protect the fishery and raise scholarship funds.



A Montana fishing license is required. Under 13 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. E ...

Frost Fever/5K Fun Run call 406-721-PARK or visit our website www.missoulaparks.org for more information. ...

The Artwalk is a community art event scheduled 5 times a year in downtown Billings. Galleries and businesses host free receptions for artists/artisans from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Fun Express Bus transports artwalkers. Self-guided maps at participating galleries. Visit our website for more information. ...

The Great Rockies Sportshow is where northcentral Montana sportsmen and women gather under one roof for three days, visit with exhibitors and other outdoor experts to get ideas, buy products and book vacations for their outdoor adventures! Exhibitors from across Alaska, Canada, Africa and surroundi ...

Get ready for a day of crashes and laughs as local and regional teams design and decorate the best crash test dummies. The day will begin with creativity judging in the plaza followed by a quick lift up the mountain where the dummies are launched off a kicker on the Ambush headwall. The mannequins w ...

Learn all about the wild language of love at ZooMontana's Woo at the Zoo. Guests will be entertained by two presentations on animal romances and mating rituals. Spend Valentine's Day at the Zoo for this highly comical catered evening. ...

This romantic package offers luxurious guest rooms exquisitely restored in Montana's oldest operating historic hotel. Enjoy an intimate candlelight dinner for two in our 3 Diamond riverside Union Grille Restaurant. All room packages include a voucher for the Union Grille Restaurant, which is open ...

The Race to the Sky will have its official kick-off celebration on Friday, starting with a vet check at noon. That evening an auction for rides at the restart in Lincoln will happen. Don't miss an opportunity to bid on a sled ride with a Race to the Sky competitor and feel the electricity of the r ...

Meagher County's Little Belters Snowmobile Club hosts this annual Snowmobile Poker Run, a 100-mile or 60-mile ride on marked and groomed trails. No entry fee. The cost is $10 per poker hand with no limit. First - third place payout on two hands.



Lots of fun for the whole family. Come and enjoy ...

The Annual Montana Agri-Trade Exposition (MATE) is the largest agricultural trade show event of the year in Montana. This show is held in conjunction with the Home and Health Expo.



The MATE exhibits include large machinery and seed and fertilizer companies. Cattlemen will find handling equipment ...

The 2009 - 2010 subscription season resumes on February 20, 2010 with a 'Celtic Evening with Christopher Layer.' Lush green grasses and craggy shorelines are easy to imagine as the orchestra performs Mendelssohn's Scottish Symphony followed by Davey's Brendan Voyage, featuring Christopher Layer play ...

The Snow Warriors Clubhouse is the registration site for their annual scholarship/charity snowmobile poker run. Riders travel a well-marked route on smooth trails collecting cards as they go. High poker hand wins and many door prizes are given. A local student and charity each year are the recipi ...

Spring Home Improvement Show has everything from windows to hot tubs. ...

The Snowbowl Cup Gelande Championship features spectacular ski jumping of up to 200 feet using alpine equipment. The jumpers fly off a narrow drop between two cliffs just above the Grizzly chairlift. The event attracts national media as well as jumpers from all over the United States. ...

This is MONTANA'S largest Home Show with over 650 exhibit spaces and a three day attendance of over 30,000 people. This is the 27th Anniversary Show and the public looks forward to this show each year. Over 150,000 square feet of exhibit space.



Over $20,000.00 in grand prizes given away by the ...

The Pinhead Classic is an annual competition for telemark racing. Everyone must have telemark gear and a good costume. Prizes for everything except the fastest time! ...

The Rendezvous Cross-Country Ski Race is the region's premier cross-country ski event. More than 600 skiers of both classic and skate technique compete in courses ranging from 5 to 50k.



This annual event attracts many of the top team racers as well as those new to the sport. Registrations fees ...

A popular night time event. Skiers and boarders go big for this competition. A 15-foot tall quarter pipe, music pumping and crowds cheering make for an exciting evening of awesome trips and huge air. Competitors compete for a $2000 cash purse. ...

Catch the BIG ONE! Great Rockies Sportshow in Kalispell is the Flathead Valley's premier sport show featuring a huge variety of exhibitors, features, and seminars on the great outdoors.