Dates

Event Description

10/01/08-10/31/09Interpretive Short Talks
Great Falls    406-727-8733

Live Interpretive Programs will consist of daily 20-minute programs immediately following the Center's 30-minute introductory film.



2008 - 2009 Schedule:



10/1/2008 - 5/22/2009 (Tuesday - Saturday): 9:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday: Noon - 5:00pm

5/23/2009 - 9/7/2009 Daily: 9:00am - 6:00pm ...

10/03/08-12/04/09First Friday Gallery Night
Missoula    406-532-3240

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 ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Washoe Theater
Anaconda    406-563-6161

This extravagant movie palace was built in 1936 with Art Deco furnishings, murals, and ornamentation in silver, copper and gold leaf. The Washoe, which was listed on the National Register of Historic Sites in 1982, was designed by architect B. Marcus Priteca an esteemed theater architect whose cred ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Equinox Theatre Company
Bozeman    406-587-0737

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, ...

01/01/09-12/31/09The Ellen Theatre
Bozeman    406-585-5885

The Ellen Theatre, a marvelous tribute to those glorious playhouses of the early 1900s, will again illuminate its stage, celebrating the performing arts in the heart of downtown Bozeman. Once upon a timeless past, this lavishly decorated palace, designed by renowned architect Fred Willson, was a shi ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Mother Lode Theater
Butte    406-723-3602

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 ...

01/01/09-12/31/09Myrna Loy Center
Helena    406-443-0287

The mission of the Myrna Loy Center is to present the arts, including media, performing, literary and visual, in an educational context, with challenging and culturally enriching programs that would not otherwise appear in the Helena area or in Montana.



With a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Firehouse 5 Playhouse
Livingston    406-222-1420

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 ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT, Inc)
Missoula    406-728-1911

The MCT Center for the Performing Arts has bustled with activity since its Grand Opening in October of 1998. It is home to the Internationally-renowned Missoula Children's Theatre, which takes original, musical theatre productions on the road to nearly 1,100 communities around the world every year! ...

01/01/09-12/31/09Wilma Theatre
Missoula    406-728-2521

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 ...

01/01/09-12/30/09Yellowstone IMAX Theatre
West Yellowstone    888-854-5862

TheYellowstone IMAX Theatre boasts a 6-story high screen and 12 thousand watts of digital quality surround sound. The theatre is conveniently located beside the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park and the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center on 101 South Canyon. The theatre is open year round. ...

01/01/09-12/31/09Whitefish Theatre Company
Whitefish    406-862-5371

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 ...

01/01/09-10/10/09University of Montana - Western Elderhostel
Yellowstone National Park    866-799-9140

Elderhostel is a non-profit organization providing high-quality affordable, educational adventures for adults who are 55 and older at educational institutes around the world. Programs are offered all year. University of Montana-Western offers several different programs that include hiking programs ...

01/02/09-12/13/092009 Gun Shows
Belt    406-277-4485

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

01/23/09-12/20/09Alpine Theatre Project
Whitefish    406-862-7469

Founded 4 years ago by three Broadway veterans, David Ackroyed, Betsi Morrison and Luke Walrath, the Alpine Theatre Project (ATP) has become one of the most respected professional theatres in the Northwest United States. Its roster of world-renowned artists includes Olympia Dukakis, Dawn Didawick, ...

03/14/09-12/19/09NRA Shooting Clinic
Whitehall    406-287-2181

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 ...

04/01/09-10/31/09Yellowstone Association Institute
Yellowstone National Park    406-848-2400

What is the Yellowstone Association Institute?



The Institute is a nonprofit field school operated in partnership with the National Park Service to provide in-depth learning experiences for Yellowstone visitors. Our goal is to help you understand and enjoy this remarkable place.



What Makes t ...

04/18/09-10/17/09Kalispell Farmers Market
Kalispell    406-752-3350

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 ...

04/25/09-08/29/09Bullwhacker Block Saturday Market
Helena    406-442-2647

Every Saturday beginning April 25th through Saturday August 29th.

8:00 am - 1:00 pm



Join us for the Bullwhacker Block Saturday Market where vendors set up to sell everything from music to pottery, african handbags, to handmade jewelry.

Located on the historic Walking Mall between 6th Avenue an ...

04/25/09-11/07/09Helena Farmers Market
Helena    406-449-7446

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 ...

05/01/09-09/04/09Butte Phantom Gallery Art Walk
Butte    406-490-1311

All dates are the first Friday of each month.



The Butte Phantom Gallery Art Walks were started by artists Ray Campeau and Philip Kunz as a way to stimulate economic development in Uptown Butte, Montana. Abandoned or otherwise unused buildings in historic Butte are turned into 'Phantom' galleries ...

05/01/09-10/01/09Darby Farmers Market
Darby    406-821-3753

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 ...

05/01/09-09/07/09Sunset Drive In Theatre
Plentywood    406-765-1233

Sunset Drive In Theatre is an outdoor movie theatre, one of six left in Montana. Located in northeast Montana one mile east of Plentywood. ...

05/02/09-08/22/09State Park Evening Hiking Series
Great Falls    406-454-5870

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 ...

05/02/09-10/03/09Valley Farmers Market
Hamilton    406-961-0004

Valley Farmers Market in Hamilton offers locally grown organic produce, Montana fruit, locally baked goods and sandwiches and handmade arts and crafts. Now accepting SNAP(EBT) cards and credit card purchases. ...

05/02/09-10/17/09Clark Fork River Farmers Market
Missoula    406-396-0593

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 ...

05/02/09-09/19/09Missoula Farmers Market
Missoula    406-543-4238

Missoula Farmer's Market includes fresh local produce, baked goods and coffee provided by over 100 vendors in an outdoor setting. A cultural treat!



Open from mid-May to mid-October every Saturday from 9:00am - 12:00pm and in July and August, Tuesday evenings from 5:45 to 7:15pm. ...

05/02/09-10/17/09Missoula Saturday Market
Missoula    406-370-8668

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 ...

05/06/09-09/30/09Farmer's Market
Eureka    406-889-4636

Eureka's Farmer's Market offers local produce, bedding plants, baked goods, arts and crafts every Saturday from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Buy direct from grower, artist or crafter and support our local economy! ...

05/07/09-10/01/09Libby Farmers Market
Libby    406-293-3996

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 ...

05/07/09-09/17/09Farmers Market
Whitefish    406-862-3451

The Whitefish Farmers Market assembles every Thursday, May through September and offers an old-time Montana feel and fresh local produce and beautiful hand made crafts. ...

05/07/09-10/01/09Whitefish Gallery Nights
Whitefish    406-863-2787

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. ...

05/15/09-08/22/09Bigfork Summer Playhouse
Bigfork    406-837-4886

Considered one of the Northwest's finest repertory theatres, the Bigfork Summer Playhouse is located in a modern, air-conditioned theater that seats 450 people. The Broadway musicals presented Monday through Saturday feature some of the most outstanding young talent in the country. Ticket prices va ...

05/15/09-10/16/09Polson Farmers Market
Polson    406-883-3595

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. ...

05/16/09-10/04/09Discover the Seasons of Travelers' Rest
Lolo    406-273-4253

Discover the Seasons of Travelers' Rest, a monthly festival of events and activities.



Dates 2009:

May 16-17

June 27-28

July 18-19

August 15-16

September 12-13

October 3-4



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

05/16/09-10/04/09Discover the Seasons of Travelers' Rest
Lolo    406-273-4253

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 ...

05/17/09-10/31/09Farmers Market
Miles City    406-234-5274

Farmers Market will begin on the first Saturday in May and continues every Saturday except during the Bucking Horse Sale weekend, third weekend in May and have it Friday instead, until the last Saturday in October. Open from 8:00am until noon in Riverside Park, Farmers Market offers fresh produce, ...

05/20/09-09/09/09Alive @ Five
Helena    406-447-1535

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 ...

05/22/09-12/05/09Living History Program Nevada City Open Air Museum
Nevada City    800-829-2969

Relive the excitement of the Gold Rush era in Montana. Outdoor Living History Museum in Nevada City, Montana, houses one of the largest collections of Old West Artifacts outside the Smithsonian. The site consists of 100, 1863 to early 1900 buildings, and close to 70 living history interpreters. ...

05/22/09-09/26/09Gilbert Brewery - The Brewery Follies
Virginia City    406-843-5218

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 ...

05/22/09-09/05/09Playmill Theatre
West Yellowstone    406-646-7757

This is the Playmill's 46th summer season in our original West Yellowstone, Montana playhouse; the seats may be new, but the building's an old friend. We're proud to continue the traditions of quality family entertainment the founders of the Playmill set out to provide, and which you have come to e ...

05/22/09-09/04/09Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park: Campground Programs
Whitehall    406-287-3541

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 ...

05/23/09-09/26/09Madison Farm to Fork Farmers Market
Ennis    406-682-5328

Madison Farm to Fork Farmers Market opens on Saturday May 23rd and runs every Saturday from 9:00am to 12noon, through the end of September. The market features locally grown produce, locally raised meats, plant starts, baked goods and original crafts. ...

05/23/09-09/12/09Twin Bridges Farmers Market
Twin Bridges    406-684-5556

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 ...

05/23/09-09/06/09Virginia City Players
Virginia City    800-829-2969

Virginia City Players at the Opera House. Montana's oldest summer stock company is a professional troupe specializing in authentic 19th century entertainment. The Virginia City Players perform nightly (with the exception of Monday) Memorial Day through Labor Day. Performances consist of turn of th ...

05/26/09-09/29/09Whitefish Downtown Farmers' Market
Whitefish    406-862-2043

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, ...

05/29/09-09/06/09Fort Peck Summer Theatre
Fort Peck    406-228-9216

Standing majestically atop Montana's prairies, the Fort Peck Theatre is one of the state's grandest treasures. Built as a temporary structure in 1934, its beauty and solid construction have weathered the years. Today it is a living, vital part of life for residents and visitors alike. Acknowledgi ...

05/29/09-07/10/09Great Falls of the Missouri River Park Ranger Hour
Great Falls    406-454-5870

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 ...

05/30/09-09/30/09Lewis & Clark Montana Native Plants & Exhibits
Big Timber    406-932-5126

Lewis & Clark Montana Native Plants and Exhibits at the Crazy Mountain Museum celebrates the Lewis and Clark Expedition. A special exhibit featuring plants collected by the Corps of Discovery as it passed through present-day Montana.



Accompanying the plants will be a series of original artworks ...

05/30/09-09/26/09Farmers Market
Butte    406-497-6464

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 ...

05/30/09-07/11/09Black Eagle Falls Park Ranger Hour
Great Falls    406-454-5870

A park ranger will present a short program interpreting the history of the waterfalls at Black Eagle Falls on Black Eagle Memorial Island. Maps and brochures will be available and questions will be answered.



No fee. The program will take place at Black Eagle Memorial Island below Black Eagle Fa ...

05/30/09-08/29/09Flick on the Bricks
Helena    406-442-2647

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 ...

05/30/09-09/19/09Mission Valley Speedway
Pablo    406-471-9637

The Mission Valley Speedway is Montana's longest, fastest asphalt track, which is a high bank 3/8 mile tri-oval. The track's uniqueness does not end with the fact that it is the only stock car racing facility located on an Indian reservation (Flathead Indian Reservation), but it is also the only cl ...

05/30/09-09/26/09Roundup Saturday Market
Roundup    406-323-1974

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 ...

05/31/09-07/12/09Rainbow Falls Park Ranger Hour
Great Falls    406-454-5870

A park ranger will present a short program interpreting the history of the waterfalls at Rainbow Falls Lewis and clark Overlook. Maps and brochures will be available and questions will be answered.



No fee. The program will take place at Rainbow Falls Lewis and Clark Overlook, located 1.6 miles ...

06/02/09-09/22/09Bogert Farmers' Market
Bozeman    406-539-0216

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 ...

06/03/09-08/26/09Out to Lunch
Missoula    406-543-4238

Out to Lunch is a weekly performing arts festival at Caras Park on the Clark Fork River, featuring musicians and over 20 varied food vendors. Held every Wednesday, June through August from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Montana's longest running festival. Call the Missoula Downtown Association at 543-4238 for ...

06/04/09-08/27/09Alive After 5
Billings    406-259-5454

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 ...

06/04/09-08/27/09Liberty County Farmers Market
Chester    406-759-4848

The Liberty County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the Leberty County Farmers Market at the Lions Park rest area. It is located on the east side of Chester on Highway 2. The Market will be held each Thursday from 5:00 - 7:00pm from 1st Thursday in June through the last Thursday in August.



Vend ...

06/04/09-08/05/09Campfire Program
Glendive    406-377-6256

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 ...

06/04/09-07/30/09Youth Program
Glendive    406-377-6256

Each summer, from the first week of June through the last week of July, Makoshika State Park offers a Youth Program for school aged children. The programs, held each Thursday morning from 9:30am to 11:30am, provide natural science and educational activities in outdoor and indoor settings. Children ...

06/04/09-08/27/09Alive @ 5
Great Falls    406-453-6151

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 ...

06/04/09-08/27/09Downtown Tonight
Missoula    406-543-4238

Downtown Tonight is produced by the Missoula Downtown Association. This event takes place Thursday evenings June - August, from 5:30pm - 8:30pm and features live music, food vendors and a beverage garden. Call the Missoula Downtown Association at 543-4238 for more information. ...

06/04/09-08/29/09Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo
West Yellowstone    406-560-6913

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 ...

06/06/09-09/05/09Boulder Farmers Market
Boulder    406-225-3466

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 ...

06/06/09-09/26/09Charlie Russell Chew-Choo
Lewistown    866-912-3980

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 ...

06/06/09-08/29/09Whitehall Farmer's Market, Produce & Crafts
Whitehall    406-287-3532

Come and join us in the shade of our city park for home grown produce, handmade arts and crafts by local residents such as jams and jellies, soaps, lotions, gourds, bird baths and houses, baked goods, quilting, home sewn items, fused glass, jewelry, in-season produce, chain-saw bears and candles. ...

06/12/09-09/11/09Art Gallery Walk
Bozeman    406-586-4008

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 ...

06/12/09-08/28/092009 Evening Lawn Chair Program
Great Falls    406-727-8733

The Evening Lawn Chair Program is held at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center. Join one of the Interpretive Center staff or a special guest at the ampitheater for a special presentation lasting about 45 minutes. Bring a lawn chair. The event is held indoors if the weat ...

06/13/09-07/24/09Big Sky Christian Adventures, Inc.
Big Sky    406-995-3230

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 ...

06/14/09-08/09/09Riverbend Concert Series
Bigfork    406-837-1013

Riverbend Concert Series will be held every summer Sunday evening. Concerts will be held from mid-June till mid-August at Everit Sliter Park in Bigfork. Admission is $3. Bring your own seating as you relax to professional jazz, classical guitar, piano, big band, light opera and much more. Come o ...

06/14/09-10/23/09Photographers Formulary Workshops in Montana
Condon    800-922-5255

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 ...

06/14/09-08/16/09Sunday Childrens Programs
Great Falls    406-454-5870

Join a park ranger at Giant Springs State Park for Sunday afternoon children programming. These presentations are focused toward children from ages 5 to 12 years. They will learn about many different topics ranging from animal tracks to grizzly bears.



Park fees apply to non residents only, $5.0 ...

06/15/09-08/14/09Yellow Leggings Summer Recreation Camp
Lodge Grass    406-598-4545

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 ...

06/15/09-09/14/09Littlebirds Marketplace
Seeley Lake    406-677-3663

What started as a dream has grown into a weekly community event! Every Sunday from June to September on the lawn at Littlebird's growers, ranchers, artists and creative folks come together to sell their wares. The ancient tradition of outdoor marketing continues and thrives in Seeley Lake. Please ...

06/17/09-08/12/09Kicks @ 6
Havre    406-265-4383

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 ...

06/17/09-09/30/09Livingston Farmers Market
Livingston    406-222-0730

Farmers Market features the following: homegrown fruit, vegetables, meat, herbs and garlic; home baked goods including pies, bagels, cinnamon rolls, etc..; plant starts for herbs, vegetables and flowers; flower bouquets; community groups promoting upcoming events; homemade and imported arts an ...

06/19/09-08/21/09Buffalo Jump Supper & Speaker Series
Ulm    406-866-2217

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 ...

06/19/09-09/18/09Willow Creek Art Walk
Willow Creek    406-285-4709

Willow Creek Art Walk is held the third Friday of the month. June 20th will be the first walk of the 2008 season followed by July 18, August 15 and ending with September 19.



This years art walk will include Willow Creek's two art galleries and a fire hall full of artists; a weaver, jewelry makers ...

06/20/09-09/12/09Gallatin Valley Farmers Market
Bozeman    406-388-6701

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. ...

06/20/09-09/26/09Stanford Farmers Market
Stanford    

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 ...

06/23/09-09/11/09Helena Brewers Baseball
Helena    406-495-0500

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 ...

06/24/09-09/09/09Manhattan Farmer's Market
Manhattan    406-284-6574

Manhattan Farmer's Market is a Wednesday evening market sponsored by the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce. Located in the center of town by Railroad Park on West Main. We offer a wide variety of the finest locally produced vegetables, fruits, arts and crafts, and baked goods. Local musicians, a ...

06/25/09-09/06/09Opera House Theatre Company
Philipsburg    406-859-0013

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 ...

06/26/09-09/25/09Livingston Gallery Association Art Walk
Livingston    406-222-0321

Stroll from gallery to gallery enjoying food, wine and entertainment while viewing some of the finest artwork in the region. From contemporary art to Western art there is something for everyone at the openings and artists receptions during the Livingston Gallery Association Art Walk, 14 galleries 3 ...

06/26/09-09/09/09Missoula Osprey Baseball
Missoula    406-543-3300

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 ...

06/26/09-09/24/09Montana Triennial
Missoula    406-728-0447

Announcing the first ever Montana Triennial!



The Missoula Art Museum is excited to celebrate an exhibition of contemporary Montana art that promises to be as diverse in scope and scale as the state itself. Montana artists from all over our state were invited to submit art for consideration in the ...

06/27/09-07/05/09Prairie Fest 2008
Plentywood    406-765-1733

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 ...

06/27/09-09/26/09Thompson Falls Market
Thompson Falls    406-827-3559

Thompson Falls Market features locally grown produce, home baked items and handcrafted arts & crafts accompanied by live music and food and beverage concessions that benefit area non-profit organizations. You will enjoy shopping for locally vine ripened fruits and vegetables, a variety of pies, bre ...

06/28/09-08/23/09St. Timothy's Summer Music Festival
Anaconda    406-563-2616

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 ...

06/28/09-08/23/09By Design: From These Hands
Miles City    406-234-0635

By Design: From These Hands is an exhibit of fine hand crafted utilitarian objects that are not usually viewed as art objects. Hand made fiddles, western tack etc. are included. The opening reception is Sunday June 28, 1-4pm. ...

07/02/09-08/13/09Music in the Mountains Concert Series
Big Sky    406-995-2742

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. ...

07/02/09-07/05/094th of July Pow Wow
Lame Deer    406-477-8222

The premier event of the Northern Cheyenne is the annual Fourth of July Celebration, the largest pow-wow held on the reservation. Activities to observe and participate in include fun runs and health walks.

The Princess Contest (all princesses welcomed), Indian dancing contests in all categories, p ...

07/02/09-07/04/09Livingston Roundup Rodeo
Livingston    406-222-3199

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. ...

07/02/09-07/04/09Home of Champions Rodeo and Parade
Red Lodge    888-261-0625

The Home of Champions Rodeo is part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit and brings nearly all the national champions to Red Lodge every year. This year's Home of Champions Rodeo promises to be one of the biggest and best ever. Beginning each day at noon is a parade that promises ...

07/03/09-07/04/09Freedom Fest
Butte    406-723-3177

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. ...

07/03/09-07/04/094th of July Celebration
Choteau    800-823-3866

4th of July Celebration is sponsored by the Choteau Chamber of Commerce and the City of Choteau.



July 3rd:

* 10 a.m. to Noon Registration for the Choteau Volunteer Fire Department Keg Hockey Tournament near the Choteau Fire Hall. Call 466-5316 for more information

* 1 p.m. Key Hockey Tourname ...

07/03/09-07/04/09Ennis Rodeo
Ennis    406-682-4700

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 ...

07/03/09-07/04/09Harlowton Chamber of Commerce Rodeo
Harlowton    406-632-4694

Harlowton presents its Annual Bonus Bucks Rodeo in the beautifully rebuilt Howard Holloway Arena. This NRA-sanctioned rodeo includes a full range of events including barrel racing, bull riding, calf roping and bucking horses. Wild steer riding and wild cow milking add fun and laughter to the program ...

07/03/09-07/04/09Milk River Days and Cowboys Rodeo
Hinsdale    406-364-2203

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 ...

07/03/09-07/04/09Big Hole Biker Blast
Jackson    406-834-3151

Big Hole Biker Blast is a July 4th celebration. Kick off for the event is a rock and roll band on the night of July 3rd. In the morning of July 4th, we stuff a pig with chicken, put on a spit and grill all day. The pig feed will be in the late afternoon. Motorcycle rodeo will be in the afternoon ...

07/03/09-07/05/09Depot Festival of the Arts
Livingston    406-222-2300

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 ...

07/03/09-07/06/09Valley of The Chiefs Pow Wow and Rodeo
Lodge Grass    406-638-2073

Valley of The Chiefs Pow Wow and Rodeo includes: rodeo, parade, Indian dancing, authentic costumes, teepee camping, and parade dance through the village (breaking camp) on the last day. ...

07/03/09-09/04/09Moonlight and Steam
Nevada City    800-829-2969

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 ...

07/03/09-07/05/09Fort Kipp Celebration
Poplar    406-786-3431

Fort Kipp Celebration is a Pow Wow which is a celebration of native culture and traditions through dancing, food, crafts, and fellowship with one another. All members of the General Public are welcome to participate or spectate. ...

07/03/09-07/05/09Roundup Independence Days Extravaganza
Roundup    406-323-1788

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 ...

07/03/09-07/05/09Whitefish Arts Festival
Whitefish    406-862-5875

The annual Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque town in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes and majestic mountains. This event will be held at the Parkside Credit Union Park on the corner of Spokane ...

07/04/09Arlee 4th of July Celebration
Arlee    406-275-4893

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 ...

07/04/09-07/05/09Big Sky Rodeo
Big Sky    800-243-0320

Celebrate the 4th of July with us at the Big Sky Rodeo. It is exciting and athletically explosive. Located in our indoor arena, cowboys come from all over and compete in all of your favorite events: bull riding, team roping, barrel racing, bronc riding and much more. There will even be a calf sc ...

07/04/09July 4th Community Celebration Day
Big Sky    406-995-2742

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. ...

07/04/09-09/19/09Big Timber Farmers Market
Big Timber    406-932-4279

Big Timber Farmers' Market is over 10 years old. The Vendor rental fees are donated to the Sweet Grass High School Library for books and equipment each year. The Market is held in the parking lot of the Grand Hotel, located on McLeod and 2nd Streets every Saturday from 9:00am until 12:00 Noon. Th ...

07/04/09Fourth of July Celebration
Bigfork    406-837-5888

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

07/04/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Birney    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/04/09Celebration 2009 Fireworks
Bozeman    406-586-5421

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. ...

07/04/094th of July Freedom Run
Broadus    406-436-2778

At 7:00am a 5 mile race begins, while at 8:00am a 1 mile Fun Run kicks-off. Both races, begin at Cottonwood Park, following their own separate route through town and area, ending, once again at the park. T-shirts for all runners. All ages welcome. Donated prizes will be awarded. There is a regis ...

07/04/094th of July
Charlo    406-644-2984

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. ...

07/04/09Fireworks Display
Circle    406-485-2605

This is an annual 4th of July celebration. The evening starts at 8:30pm with a marshmallow roast and ends with a fireworks display set to music that starts at 10:00pm ...

07/04/094th of July Parade
Ennis    406-682-4388

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 ...

07/04/09-07/04/09Madison River Music Festival
Ennis    406-682-4215

The Madison River Music Festival theme is Stars on the Madison. The festival is featuring Marie Rhines and the Powder River Chamber Orchestra. ...

07/04/094th of July Team Challenge
Eureka    406-889-3777

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 ...

07/04/094th of July
Glasgow    406-228-2222

Food booths, music, family fun and a great fireworks display and raffles! Kids games and entertainment! ...

07/04/09-10/31/09Glasgow Farmers Market
Glasgow    406-785-4801

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 ...

07/04/09Glendive Celebrates the 4th of July
Glendive    406-377-5601

Glendive Celebrates the 4th of July sponsored by the Makoshika Promotions. Main Street midmorning features a parade followed by the Makoshika Promotions Bump-N-Run. Fireworks choreographed to music, provided by Makoshika Promotions, will be the icing on the cake after the Bump-N-Run. ...

07/04/09Great Falls Downtown 4th of July Parade
Great Falls    406-453-5413

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 ...

07/04/09St Xavier Amateur Rodeo
Hardin    406-348-2285

The St. Xavier Amateur Rodeo is a great family event! There is something for everyone. All kids events on the track, for example: boot race, three legged race, gunny sack race, goat tail untying - events you participate in when you are at the rodeo. We have also added Indian Relay races. This i ...

07/04/094th of July Celebration & Parade
Hysham    406-342-5457

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 ...

07/04/09July 4th Parade
Kalispell    406-758-2800

Patriotic themes will be the order of the day to celebrate the birthday of our country at the July 4th parade. Spectators will line Main Street as color guards, veteran and youth groups, floats, horse clubs and music will fill the air as the parade marches by. This is a traditional parade with fun ...

07/04/09Annual Old Fashion 4th Celebration
Lambert    406-774-3778

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 ...

07/04/094th of July Celebration
Laurel    406-628-8105

The Laurel 4th of July Celebration & Centennial



On the morning of July 4th, the Jaycees sponsor a pancake breakfast from 6:00am to 10:00am at Fireman's Park.



The Laurel Chamber sponsors the Laurel Chief Joseph Run. Registration begins at 6:00am at Thomson Park. The race begins at 7:00am with ...

07/04/09Lewistowns 4th of July Celebration & Parade
Lewistown    406-535-5436

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 ...

07/04/09Fourth of July Celebration
Lincoln    406-362-4949

Lincoln's annual Fourth of July Celebration will have fireworks at Hooper Park on July 4th, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. The parade will travel down Main Street delighting young and old alike.



This is a growing event attended by many locals and visitors to Lincoln. Many visitors from ...

07/04/09-07/05/09Lincoln Rodeo and Parade
Lincoln    406-362-4949

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 ...

07/04/09Fireworks Display
Malta    406-654-1776

End your day with this beautiful display of fireworks in Trafton Park. ...

07/04/094th of July Fireworks
Missoula    406-721-5140 ext 19

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 ...

07/04/09Celebrate the 4th
Plains    406-826-3202

An old fashioned 4th celebration. Artists and craftsmen demonstrate their wares throughout the day, augmented with live music, food and drink concessions. Motorcross fun races. Fireworks cap the event at dark. ...

07/04/094th of July Celebration - Seeley Lake Style
Seeley Lake    406-677-2880

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 ...

07/04/09Jaycees Fireworks
Sidney    406-433-1916

The Jaycees Fireworks are held on July 4 at the Sidney Country Club on Highway 16 at the west edge of Sidney next to the National Guard armory. Relax at the Country Club or in the comfort of your own vehicle at sundown when an hour of colors and sounds entertain you - fireworks served up hot! A gr ...

07/04/09July 4th Festivities
St Regis    406-649-2716

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. ...

07/04/09-07/05/09St. Regis Classic Softball Tournament
St Regis    800-729-9796

Approximately 15 teams from Washington, Idaho and Montana meet for 2 days of sanctioned softball tournament. Good fun in a big pleasant park. Food & drink accommodations. ...

07/04/094th of July Amateur Rodeo
Terry    406-635-2128

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 ...

07/04/09David Thompson Days - A Community Rendezvous
Thompson Falls    406-827-4930

A free community celebration that highlights the regions heritage and the history of map maker, trapper and voyager David Thompson.



A Rendezvous Camp will be set up at the Rose Garden along Main Street in downtown Thompson Falls. Throughout the day Voyagers of the early 1800s will be dressed in a ...

07/04/09County Fireworks and Picnic
Townsend    877-266-4101

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 ...

07/04/09Townsend Flight Festival Fly-In
Townsend    406-266-5400

Planes and ultra lights from all over the state of Montana will gather at the Townsend Flight Festival for the 4th of July every year. Breakfast will be available for those that fly in or drive in. Airplanes of various vintages will be on display in the tie down area. Airplanes under construction ...

07/04/09Troy Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration
Troy    406-295-1064

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 ...

07/04/09Fireworks Display
Virginia City    406-843-5512

As a follow up to the Ennis Rodeo, this spectacular fireworks show will occur on the hill north of Virginia City. This event is supported by Madison County residents, businesses and Virginia City Fire Department.

Plan a few days in Virginia City to visit the old gold mine sites. Stay in one of th ...

07/04/09Fourth of July Celebration
West Yellowstone    406-646-7701

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 ...

07/04/09Annual Ranch Rodeo
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-2209

The annual Ranch Rodeo is sponsored by the Meagher County Rodeo Club. Rodeo activities include team roping, branding, pasture doctoring, hide race, bareback rescue race, barrel racing and ribbon roping. All events are timed, not judged. Parade is at 11:00am on Main Street and rodeo events start a ...

07/04/09July 4th Celebration
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-3772

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 ...

07/04/094th of July Celebration
Whitefish    406-863-2470

Celebrate the holiday on beautiful Whitefish Lake City Beach. Water craft rentals are available during the day. Live music kicks off the evening with a bang, along with dancing, food, and family fun. A spectacular display of fireworks follows over the sparkling water of Whitefish. ...

07/04/09-07/05/09Horsing Around in Montana Quilt Show
Whitefish    406-250-6692

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 ...

07/04/09Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
Zortman    888-654-3162

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration will be held on Main Street. Parade at 11:00am followed by kids games and prizes, 100 free hot dogs and pop. At 2:00pm there will be a free pig roast with live music, entertainment and a cakewalk.

Fireworks at dark on the 4th. ...

07/05/09Montana Barbecue Cook-Off
Absarokee    406-328-7200

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. ...

07/05/09Historic Crail Ranch - Sunday Artist Market
Big Sky    406-995-2160

Historic Crail Ranch - Sunday Artist Market



This annual Sunday Artist Market will exhibit the talent of more than a dozen local artisans and crafters. It will be held at the Historic Crail Ranch, the first homestead in what is now Big Sky, Montana. The ranch, which will be open for historic tou ...

07/05/09Drummond PRCA Rodeo
Drummond    406-288-3479

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. ...

07/05/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Forsyth    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/06/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Colstrip    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/06/09-07/10/092009 Dugout Days Camps
Great Falls    406-727-8733

The Dugout Days week-long camps offer children entering grades 1 through 6 a fun way to learn more about the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804 - 1806. The children learn about a different topic each day. Children learn to apply the knowledge they gain and make mementos of their camp.



Sessions ...

07/07/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Baker    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/08/09-07/12/09North American Indian Days
Browning    406-338-4389

North American Indian Days, an annual celebration and the largest and most impressive of Blackfeet tribal events, hosts Native Americans from every region of the United States and Canada. Featured events include traditional drumming and dancing contests, the crowning of Miss Blackfeet, a parade and ...

07/08/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Ekalaka    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/08/09-09/27/09Great Falls Original Farmers Market
Great Falls    406-761-3881

The Great Falls' Farmer's Market is the biggest family-friendly social event in Great Falls and it happens in the Civic Center Park every Saturday from 7:45 am to noon June through September 26th, 2009. On July 8th, 2009, they are adding a Wednesday evening Market from 4:30 to 6:30pm. There's some ...

07/08/09-09/30/09Laurel Farmers Market
Laurel    406-628-8105

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 ...

07/08/09-08/21/09Mountain Bike Academy
Whitefish    800-858-5439

Mountain Bike Academy is a seven week program for ages 8 - 17, one day a week or two days a week on Wednesdays and Fridays. Our experienced team of coaches will teach the technical aspects of trail riding, braking, and shifting over a variety of terrain. For more advanced riders we will cover bridg ...

07/09/09-09/17/09Big Sky Farmers Market
Big Sky    406-570-2417

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 ...

07/09/09-07/12/09Blaine County Fair
Chinook    406-357-2988

Blaine County Fair features carnival rides, midway food including the famous 'Pronto Pup' and 'Sconitos' lawn mower races, commercial exhibitors, agricultural and 4-H/FFA exhibits, rodeos, demolition derby, big-name entertainers such as Ricochet and Ty England, Kentucky Headhunters and more! This 3 ...

07/09/09-07/11/09Big Sky Fox Trotter Association's 15th Annual Point Show
Corvallis    406-642-6546

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 ...

07/09/09-07/12/09East Helena Parade & Rodeo
East Helena    406-458-8124

This is a complete rodeo with all events included. The Lewis & Clark In-County Rodeo is Thursday at 6:00pm. Friday and Saturday: Pre-Rodeo 6:00pm and NRA Rodeo 7:00pm. Sunday: Pre-Rodeo 1:00pm NRA Rodeo 2:00pm. Parade is Saturday at 1:00pm. Food vendors available and pre-rodeo entertainment is of ...

07/09/09-07/11/09Montana Governor's Cup Walleye Tournament
Fort Peck    406-228-2222

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 ...

07/09/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Glendive    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/09/09-07/11/09Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede
Wolf Point    406-653-2012

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.

...

07/10/09-07/11/09Yellowstone Relay for Life
Billings    800-252-5470

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out a local high school, park or fairground take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the ...

07/10/09-07/12/09Bozeman Trail Gun Show
Bozeman    406-586-6179

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. ...

07/10/09-07/11/09Butte Vigilante Rodeo
Butte    406-494-3002

The Butte Vigilante Saddle Club hosts this PCRA Rodeo which begins at 7:00 nightly. The Butte Vigilante Rodeo features professional riders compete with all the exciting rodeo events such as bronc riding, bull riding, bareback riding, barrel racing, calf roping, plus lots of clowns.



The Rodeo sto ...

07/10/09-07/12/09National Folk Festival
Butte    406-497-6464

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 ...

07/10/09-10/09/09Glendive Farmers Market
Glendive    406-486-5737

Vendors come and set up with vegetable and fruits fresh from the garden, delicious homemade baked goods, Montana honey and jams, herbs, fresh flowers and Montana grown beef. Glendive Farmers Market also offers local crafts and jewelry. Montana vendors are welcome to participate with their Montana ...

07/10/09-07/11/09Relay for Life
Havre    877-488-7723

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 ...

07/10/09-05/22/10Grandstreet Theatre
Helena    406-442-4270

Grandstreet Theatre is the home of Montana's longest-running community theatre with over 30 years of continuous service. Using volunteers from an exceptionally talented population, Grandstreet also trains K-12 students through the nationally-known theatre school. Each year, 8 to 9 plays and musicals ...

07/10/09-07/11/09Homesteader Days
Huntley    406-967-3281

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. ...

07/10/09-08/02/09Montana Shakespeare Company: Private Lives
Jefferson City    406-449-4466

With its company of professional actors from across the nation the Montana Shakespeare Company presents Private Lives, a sparkling romantic comedy from the pen of Sir Noel Coward, directed by MSC's Artistic Director, Kim DeLong.



Written in the crisp, light style as "Bringing Up Baby" and "The Ph ...

07/10/09-07/12/09Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Summer Outdoor Show
Kalispell    406-881-4288

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 ...

07/10/09-07/12/09Yellowstone Boat Float
Livingston    406-222-4414

The annual boat float starts at Livingston and retraces the Lewis & Clark Expedition all the way to Laurel. We have two overnight stops, one in Big Timber and one in Reed Point. The local communities provide entertainment - live band in a bar in Big Timber and Livingston. Also a street dance will ...

07/10/09-07/12/09Malta High School All Class Reunion
Malta    406-654-1776

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"! ...

07/10/09-07/11/09People's Center Annual Artist Market
Pablo    406-675-0160

The People's Center will be hosting the Annual Artist Market at the People's Center in Pablo. Free, no admission to this event. Artists are invited to attend and participate in the market. Please call 406-675-0660 for more information. ...

07/11/09Wine Classic
Bozeman    406-994-1998

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 ...

07/11/09-08/29/09Shields Valley Farmers Market
Clyde Park    406-686-4851

Shields Valley Farmers Market features fresh produce, baked goods and craft items on Saturdays from 9:00am till noon. July 11th through August 29th. ...

07/11/09Freedom Celebration
Columbus    406-322-4753

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, ...

07/11/09-09/12/09Dillon Farmers Market
Dillon    406-683-2639

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 ...

07/11/09Dutton Fun Day
Dutton    406-476-3408

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 ...

07/11/09-08/29/092009 Indian Voices
Great Falls    406-727-8733

On Saturday evenings this summer, guest speakers present different aspects of Indian culture. Bring your own lawn chair for a casual 45-minute program outdoors, unless foul weather forces a move indoors. Support for this program is provided by the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Association, the Nationa ...

07/11/092009 RiverFest
Great Falls    406-771-1265

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, ...

07/11/09-09/19/09S.A.T.U.R.D.A.Y. Market/ Havre's Farmers Market
Havre    406-265-4383

S.A.T.U.R.D.A.Y. Market plays a valuable role in promoting a healthy local economy. The market provides a viable opportunity for local residents to market their goods and creates a social atmosphere for the community. Crafters are encouraged to participate along with gardeners, antique dealers and ...

07/11/09Cardboard Cup Regatta
Helena    406-443-2376

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 ...

07/11/09-05/20/10Glacier Symphony and Chorale
Kalispell    406-257-3241

The Glacier Symphony and Chorale, northwest Montana's premier arts organization, enters its 27th Season with symphonic master works, pops, chorale and ensemble recitals through out the year. Tickets are available at outlets through out the Flathead Valley. Check our website: www.gscmusic.org or ca ...

07/11/09-07/12/09Central Montana Relay for Life
Lewistown    800-252-5470

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 ...

07/11/09-09/26/09Lewistown Farmers Market
Lewistown    406-538-9181

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 ...

07/11/09Annual Marysville Picnic
Marysville    406-449-0222

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 ...

07/11/09-07/12/09Missoula Street Jam
Missoula    406-543-6623

Missoula Street Jam has become an annual highlight of the summer. Missoula Street Jam is a three-on-three basketball tournament. Players of all ages and skill levels (as well as male and female squads) participate, from all over the state of Montana. Whether your trio of basketball players want t ...

07/11/09Nye Goes Nuts
Nye    406-328-6138

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. ...

07/11/09-10/03/09Red Lodge Farmers Market
Red Lodge    406-446-3905

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 ...

07/11/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Sidney    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/11/09Sunrise Festival of the Arts
Sidney    406-433-1916

The Sunrise Festival Of The Arts is one of eastern Montana's premier events with an attendance of thousands. The finest artists and crafters in a 3-state area display and sell their creations in scenic Central Park beneath colorful canopies. Free entertainment is provided all day long on the pavil ...

07/11/09-08/23/09Weekend Jump Talks
Ulm    406-866-2217

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 ...

07/11/09The Glacier Challenge
Whitefish    406-755-4622

Covering 55 miles of the most beautiful country in Northwest Montana, The Glacier Challenge will be a race to remember! Centered around the quaint town of Whitefish, the race encompasses six different legs. These legs include: a Canoe Leg, a Road Bike Leg, a Mountain Bike Leg, a Kayak Leg, a 5K ru ...

07/11/09-09/26/09Wolf Point Farmers Market
Wolf Point    406-525-3330

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 ...

07/12/09-07/13/09Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament
Big Sky    406-587-1216

The Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament begins with a cocktail party on Sunday evening followed by the 1:00pm shotgun start at the Big Sky Resort Golf Course on Monday. Prior to tournament play there will be lunch and practice on the driving range. Dinner and awards will foll ...

07/12/09-10/19/09Sunday Farmers Market
Deer Lodge    406-846-1653

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. ...

07/12/09Saddles & Spurs
Great Falls    406-727-8787

Saddles & Spurs returns to the CM Russell Museum. We'll be observing National Day of the Cowboy by celebrating Charlie's time in Montana. Enjoy western entertainers, mouth-watering grub, displays of saddles and spurs, roping demonstrations, and children's activities including stick-horse barrel ra ...

07/12/09Old Timer's Day Celebration
Jackson    406-834-3264

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

07/12/09Missoula Marathon
Missoula    406-626-4055

The 2009 Missoula Marathon is the brainchild of a group of local, dedicated runners who want to share the area's beauty and Missoula's unique feel with runners from all over. In addition to the traditional 26.2-mile marathon, we offer a half-marathon and a kid's marathon. The courses are all relat ...

07/12/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Wolf Point    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/13/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Miles City    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/14/09-09/22/09Nashua Lions Farmers Market
Nashua    406-785-4731

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 ...

07/15/09-07/19/09Gallatin County Fair
Bozeman    406-582-3270

We would love to have you come and join us for a great time at the 2009 Gallatin County Fair! Enjoy the carnival and the Open Class or 4-H exhibits which include arts and crafts, gardening, floral, foods, needlework, photography, poultry and other livestock. Have fun shopping at the indorr and out ...

07/15/09-07/19/09Great Northern Fair
Havre    406-265-7121

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 ...

07/15/09-07/18/09Native Games Camp
St Mary    406-226-9141

The Blackfeet Manpower program and International Traditional Games Society have planned "Native Games Family Camp" for July 16 - 18 this summer at Lower St. Mary's Lake next to Glacier National Park. This event will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the return of traditional American Indian games to ...

07/16/09-07/18/09Fairfield Swim Days
Fairfield    406-467-4524

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 ...

07/16/09-07/19/09Rosebud Treasure County Fair
Forsyth    406-346-2144

This is the 101st year for The Rosebud-Treasure County Fair and is the place to be for great family fun and entertainment. Our fair offers everything you expect from a traditional small county fair, 4-H exhibits, carnival rides, open class exhibits, commercial exhibitors and vendors, great food and ...

07/16/09-07/19/09Two Rivers Rendezvous
Libby    406-293-9798

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 ...

07/16/09-07/19/09Wahcinca Dakota Oyate Celebration
Poplar    406-768-5186

The Wahcinca Dakota Oyate Celebration is a pow wow which is a celebration of native culture and traditions through dancing, food, crafts and fellowship with one another. All members of the general public are welcome to participate or spectate. $125/day for food stands, $75/day for craft stands. V ...

07/16/09-07/19/09Marias 4 County Fair
Shelby    406-434-2692

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 ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Art in the Park
Anaconda    406-563-2422

Art in Washoe Park is one of the best shows in southwest Montana, with 75 juried art and craft booths from around the US. Ethnic foods, and professional entertainment is offered all three days. This show is set up in a beautiful park with lots of room and a playground available for kids. Bring yo ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Big Sky State Games
Billings    406-254-7426

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 ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Logger's Days
Darby    406-961-8324

The annual Logger's Days is held at the south end of Darby on U.S. Highway 93. Friday evening begins at 6pm family games and live music. Saturday festivities begin with parade at 9:00am and 10:00am with 17 exciting competitive logging events, from Hot Saws to Log Rolling. Cash prizes awarded. Kid's ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Standing Arrow Pow Wow
Elmo    406-849-5541

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 ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Fairview Old Timers Reunion and Summer Festival
Fairview    406-742-5259

Fairview's Old Timer's Reunion & Summer Festival is always held on the third weekend of the month of July.



This is Fairview's way of honoring its 'Old Timers'. The festival includes a celebration of our 'Old Timers', a locally produced and performed play, hamburgers in the park, chuck wagon break ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Eastern Montana Relay for Life
Glendive    800-252-5470

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 ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Northwest Montana Polka Festival
Kalispell    406-883-6151

The 5th Annual Northwest Montana Polka Festival will be held in the Flathead Valley. There will be music and dancing for all ages with an emphasis on polkas and waltzes; however many styles of music will be presented. Some of the crowd pleasers will include country, big band, standards, Latin, Haw ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Annual Hooper Park Flea Market
Lincoln    406-362-4550

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 ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Summerfest Along the Yellowstone
Livingston    406-222-8155

Enjoy this 'summer festival' in beautiful Sacajawea Park located along the banks of the Yellowstone River. The three day gala will include such planned events as kids' activities, a basketball shoot, beer garden, great variety of live music, art and craft vendors and free swimming. ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Annual Beartooth Motorcycle Rally
Red Lodge    888-281-0625

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 ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Seeley Lake Quilt Festival
Seeley Lake    406-677-2730

This event shows off the work of quilters of Seeley Lake. The Seeley Lake Quilt Festival represents a diverse array of quilt making techniques and talents.



Variety marks the quilts on exhibit. Each quilt is unique in its design, technique and coloration. Quilts in all categories are displayed ...

07/17/09-07/19/09Good Old Days
St Ignatius    406-745-3123

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 ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Rods & Classics Show & Shine by a Dam Site
Thompson Falls    406-827-4485

Rods & Classics Annual Show & Shine by a Dam Site will be held in Thompson Falls. On Friday night we meet at Ainsworth Field at 5:00pm and will begin our Rally Run from there. We will have a catered meal after the Run, site to be announced later. MUST register for the meal by July 1st.



On Satu ...

07/17/09-07/18/0963rd Three Forks Rodeo & Parade
Three Forks    406-285-6657

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. ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Kootenai River Bluegrass Festival
Troy    406-295-9536

Kootenai River Bluegrass Festival is a family orientated bluegrass festival with workshops for kids and adults. Performances by bands from all over the western United States. Food, music and fun for the whole family! Information and tickets at KRBGF.org ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Dog & Grog Montana Microbrew Festival
Virginia City    406-843-5700

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 ...

07/17/09-07/18/09Whitehall Frontier Days
Whitehall    406-287-3195

Whitehall Frontier Days is an annual celebration of life in the west. Spend the weekend nestled in the mountains and enjoy our parade, community barbecue, horse pasture golf, talent show, Miss Frontier Days Competition, car show & rod run, rodeo, craft show, stickhorse rodeo, 4X4 event, kid's fishi ...

07/18/09Railroad Days
Alberton    406-722-2233

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 ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Bannack Days
Bannack    406-834-3413

Return to the early days in Montana's history with a celebration of mining and life in Montana's first territorial capital. While here, take part in a stage coach ride, candle making, Main Street gunfight, old time dancing, pioneer craft demonstrations and lots of music and family fun. A variety o ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Rimrock Opera: One Act Festival
Billings    406-671-2214

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 ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Summerfair
Billings    406-256-6804 ext 239

Yellowstone Art Museum's Summerfair will be held at Veteran's Park. This is the largest juried arts and crafts festival in the region. Over 100 artisans' booths are featured on the green as well as a large children's area with hands-on activities and entertainment each day. Art will include baske ...

07/18/09-10/03/09Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market
Billings    406-855-1299

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 ...

07/18/09Jim Bridger Day
Bridger    406-662-3222

Jim Bridger Day includes a parade, demolition derby, 12:00pm barbecue, 6:00am Lions breakfast, black powder shoot, kids games, fine art festival, crafts and hobby bazaar, and street dance. Parade is at 10:30am, a 6:00 pm demolition derby and at 9:00pm street dance.



Class reunions, contact your cl ...

07/18/09-07/18/09Krazee Days
Butte    406-497-6464

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, ...

07/18/09Strawberry Festival
Darby    406-381-5114

The Strawberry Festival old-fashioned ice cream social. Music is provided by local musicians. Enjoy angel food cake with strawberries and ice cream. Raffle items usually include a handmade quilt, a deacon's bench, a gift certificates, a handmade elk horn knife. This is the annual fundraiser for ...

07/18/09Boardwalk Arts & Crafts
Dillon    406-683-5511

"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 ...

07/18/09Demolition Derby and Concert
Dillon    406-683-5771

Demolition Derby sponsored by the Dillon Jaycees will kick off with a parade at 2:00pm followed by an action packed afternoon of watching drivers dedicated to destruction of all competitor's cars. Smashed beyond recognition is the bottom line. Fun and prize money is the goal. Main event, grudge ...

07/18/09Bluegrass on the Bay
Great Falls    406-452-3462

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 ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Tour of the Bitterroot
Hamilton    406-375-0956

The Tour of the Bitterroot raises money and awareness for the Bitterroot Land Trust while show casing the natural beauty and local communities of the Bitterroot Valley by bringing people from Montana and the Northwest together in the spirit of cycling and mountain biking.



The event includes two U ...

07/18/09-04/24/10Helena Symphony Concerts
Helena    406-442-1860

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 ...

07/18/09One Helena Hundred
Helena    406-465-1838

The Helena Bicycle Club is inviting you to join us on our 17th Annual One Helena Hundred ride. Bicycle the beautiful Recreation Road along the Missouri River.



All riders will begin in Cascade MT, at the Cascade City Park and travel south to Wolf Creek, MT, turning around at the Wolf Creek return ...

07/18/09Symphony Under the Stars
Helena    406-442-1860

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 ...

07/18/09Crazy Days
Lewistown    406-535-5436

SunSational Saturday includes Crazy Days - sidewalk sales and entertainment. An auction is held Friday night with proceeds going to a different charity each year. ...

07/18/09International Choral Festival
Missoula    406-721-7985

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 ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Live History Days
Polson    406-883-6804

Come and enjoy Live History Days at the Miracle of America Museum on Highway 93 in Polson. These two fun filled days feature demonstrations by blacksmiths, spinners, quilters, weavers, carvers, artists, potters, bead workers and others who also let visitors try their hand at the crafts. Rides are ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival
Polson    406-883-5800

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 ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Radio Waves Regatta
Polson    800-750-5377

The hydroplanes are coming back to Flathead Lake! Anderson Radio Broadcasting presents Radio Waves Regatta on Flathead Lake. Regatta Beach at Polson on Flathead Lake will be the site as a full fleet of high speed automotive powered hydroplanes return to this picturesque setting.



Radio Waves Reg ...

07/18/09-07/19/09C. M. Russell Stampede, BBQ, Quick Draw & Rodeo
Stanford    406-566-2422

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 ...

07/18/09Broadwater Rod & Gun Club Walleye Derby
Townsend    406-266-5279

Broadwater Rod & Gun Club Walleye Derby is a fishing derby for adult/child, male/female or female/female teams, starting and ending at Goose Bay Marina. This is a one day walleye tournament on Canyon Ferry Lake, limited to 50 teams with a $1,000 cash first prize. Cash prizes will be awarded in all ...

07/18/09-07/19/09Townsend Quilt Show
Townsend    406-227-9610

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 ...

07/18/09Yellowstone Historic Center's 2009 Heritage Celebration
West Yellowstone    406-646-7461

Yellowstone Historic Center's 2009 Heritage Celebration will be held in West Yellowstone's Union Pacific Dining Lodge.



The Town of West Yellowstone is celebrating the arrival of the first train, delivering tourists to Yellowstone National Park. This year is a celebration of the town's history. Th ...

07/18/09White Sulphur Springs Car Show
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-4050

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. ...

07/19/09Historical Home & Garden Tour
Malta    406-654-1037

Historical Home & Garden Tour, a tour of several beautiful historical Malta area homes and gardens, will be co-sponsored by the Phillips County Historical Society and Malta Dirt Daubers. The Sunday afternoon tour will culminate with refreshments being served at the H.G. Robinson House & Garden. Do ...

07/19/09Richey Rodeo
Richey    406-774-3328

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 ...

07/20/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Absarokee    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/21/09Big Sky Food Festival
Big Sky    800-822-4484

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 ...

07/21/09-07/23/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
Billings    406-994-3901

July 21: The Tempest - Directed by Joel Jahnke

July 23: The Two Gentlemen of Verona - Directed by Will Dickerson





Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is the only professional theatre program in the state producing Shakespearean plays and the only company that offers its performances FREE to the p ...

07/21/09-07/26/09Last Chance Stampede and Fair
Helena    406-457-8516

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. ...

07/21/09-07/23/09Montana Baroque Music Festival at Quinn's Hot Springs
Paradise    888-646-9287

Sanders County Arts Council announces the Sixth Annual Baroque Music Festival July 21-23, 2009, at Quinn's Hot Springs Resort, Paradise, Montana. This year's theme is 'Rise of the Virtuoso in Paradise.' This outdoor music festival showcases highly regarded national and international players of Bar ...

07/22/09-09/26/09Circle Farmers Market
Circle    406-485-2288

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 ...

07/22/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Laurel    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/22/09-07/25/09Central Montana Horse Show, Fair and Rodeo
Lewistown    800-406-8841

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 ...

07/23/09-07/25/09Evel Knievel Days
Butte    866-782-3835

This summer, Evel's hometown of Butte will host Evel Knievel Days. The community has a storied historic past in copper mining and features the largest National Historic Landmark District in the West



City boosters and sponsors are laying out the welcome mat for Evel's fans. The celebration will ...

07/23/09-09/10/09Columbus Farmers Market
Columbus    406-321-1377

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 ...

07/23/09-07/26/09Phillips County Fair
Dodson    406-383-4322

The Phillips County Fair is the longest continuous-running fair in Montana. Activities include 4-H show and judging, three-day carnival, rodeo, night show, Indian horse racing, AMX car races and demolition derby. Something for everyone! ...

07/23/09-07/26/09Milk River Indian Days
Fort Belknap    406-353-2205 ext 532

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. ...

07/23/09-07/26/09The Event at Rebecca Farm
Kalispell    800-862-9103

The Event at Rebecca Farm is a four day event of equestrian competition.



Day 1, 2: The beauty of dressage. Day 2 lower level cross-country



Day 3: The excitement of cross country.



Day 4: The precision of stadium jumping!



There will be a trade fair with arts and crafts all 4 days. Fr ...

07/23/09-09/17/09Shelby Food & Craft Farmers Market
Shelby    406-434-5495

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. ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Absarokee Day
Absarokee    406-328-6536

Absarokee Day is held the last weekend in July and is sponsored by the Absarokee PTA. Local merchants have booths and there are various fundraisers held throughout Absarokee. PTA hosts the annual barbecue and there is always a wonderful parade. Breakfast at the fire hall at 7:30am, vendor booths ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Great American Championship Motorcycle Hill Climb
Billings    406-656-9960

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 ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Magic City Hot Air Balloon Rally
Billings    406-671-3104

The Magic City Hot Air Balloon Rally is a non-profit organization developed to maintain the excitement of hot air ballooning in the Billings area. The goal of the Rally Board is to maintain a free event for the Billings community. Through the generous support of sponsors this annual event will con ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Heritage Days
Columbia Falls    406-892-2072

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! ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Lewis & Clark Festival
Cut Bank    406-873-2201

The annual Lewis & Clark Festival, located in Cut Bank provides folks from throughout Montana with a wonderful taste of small town hospitality while celebrating the Lewis and Clark Expedition in a contemporary fashion that's fun for the entire family. Every year literally thousands of people enjoy ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Montana Territorial Antique Show
Deer Lodge    406-846-3111

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, ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Tobacco Valley Rodeo
Eureka    406-882-4444

This is a great rodeo in a fun northwestern Montana community. All the main rodeo events are offered to contestants along with mutton 'bustin' (sheep riding) and two junior events. Good U.S. and Canadian contestants join in the fun, which usually includes some entertaining surprises. The main rod ...

07/24/09-08/02/09Montana State Fair
Great Falls    406-727-8900

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 ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Daly Days
Hamilton    406-363-2400

Fun for the Whole Family! Visit downtown Hamilton and The Daly Mansion as the community celebrates Daly Days in honor of Hamilton's of heritage on Friday and Saturday, July 25th and 26th. Step back in time on Saturday the 26th as life during the turn of the century is re-created at The Daly Mansion. ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Arts in the Park - Hockaday Museum Art
Kalispell    406-755-5268

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 ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Montana Old Time Fiddlers' Convention and Annual Fiddling Show
Lewistown    406-545-0666

The Montana Old Time Fiddlers' Convention and Annual Fiddling Show and activities are held in conjunction with the Annual Chokecherry Festival. Montana's top fiddlers will be the main attraction at the show. It is a wonderful time of year to enjoy the best of both fine events. After the evening s ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Kootenai River Rodeo
Libby    406-293-4167

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 ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Flint Creek Valley Days
Philipsburg    406-859-3388

Philipsburg celebrates the last weekend of each July with a children's parade on Friday evening. Saturdays 'three beer' parade is a dandy, followed by log races, family games and a dance. The center of town is blocked off Sunday for hot rods, antique cars and classics. Enjoy ice cream while visit ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Flathead Lake Hoopfest
Polson    800-750-5377

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 ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Montana State Old Time Fiddlers Contest
Red Lodge    406-736-5391

Join us in Red Lodge, Montana to hear some of Montana's finest fiddlers competing in the annual state contest. You'll hear fiddle music played by the young and also the young at heart, some of whom have placed in the top five in the National Fiddle Contest. Our contest is now open to anyone that w ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Mon Dak Relay for Life
Sidney    800-252-5470

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 ...

07/24/09-07/26/09Country Music Campout/Bull Lake
Troy    406-295-4358

The Country Music Campout which features country music entertainment, food, refreshments and camping, is held at the Halfway House, across from Bull Lake near Troy in northwest Montana.



There will also be a kitchen serving food. Music starts at 1:00 pm Friday and 12:00 noon Saturday and Sunday. ...

07/24/09-07/25/09Quilt and Flower Show
Whitehall    406-287-9984

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 ...

07/25/09Trek to the Big Sky
Big Sky    406-587-1271

Enjoy the beautiful scenery at Big Sky, Get some exercise, Taste a great picnic lunch, Listen to a cool band and support people with disabilities by planning to join us on for the TREK TO THE BIG SKY, a fundraiser for REACH.

Come up to Big Sky Resort behind the Mountain Mall between 10:00 and 10:30 ...

07/25/09-07/26/09Clark Days
Billings    406-896-5235

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 ...

07/25/09-07/31/09Stillwater County Fair
Columbus    406-322-8035

Stillwater County Fair with 4-H and FFA members from the county involved. ...

07/25/09-07/26/09Grant-Kohrs Ranch Days
Deer Lodge    406-846-2070 ext 0

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 ...

07/25/09Montana Cup Boat Race
Fort Benton    406-771-7240

The Montana Cup Boat Race - where human powered watercraft compete. This is a team event for outriggers, rowing shells, canoes and kayaks. To finish in the allotted time frame we welcome fit, experienced paddlers. Two races will be held, a four-mile and a 20-mile.



Visit with the best paddlers. ...

07/25/09Annual Bitterroot Microbrew Fest
Hamilton    406-363-2400

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 ...

07/25/09-07/26/09Art in the Park
Hamilton    406-821-4678

The Bitterroot Arts Guild sponsors this fine arts and quality crafts show, which features artists from throughout the state. Talent abounds and both the unusual as well as the usual craft items are offered. If you are looking for something beautiful, come to Art in the Park for a great day of fun. ...

07/25/09Ingomar Open Rodeo
Ingomar    406-358-2255

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. ...

07/25/09St. John's Lutheran Playing for Fundsies
Libby    406-293-0106

This 18-hole fundraising golf tournament for St. John's Lutheran Hospital is a crowd pleaser. A 9:00am shotgun start kicks off the fun at this 'anyone can play' 18-hole scramble. The tournament will carry a Hawaiian theme from grass skirts and coconut bras to a roasted pig feast. Chances to a win ...

07/25/09-08/03/09Skydive Lost Prairie 42nd Annual Jump Meet
Marion    888-833-5867

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 ...

07/25/09TerrYYippee!
Terry    406-635-5782

TerrYYippee! Is a family-oriented event held in Terry, Montana the last Saturday in July. This years plans include a Volksmarch walk around Terry and the surrounding area, Montana state Corn Hole Tournament, sponsored by the Prairie Community Hospital, afternoon Motor Cross motorcycle competition h ...

07/25/09Classic Auto Car Show
Three Forks    406-285-3860

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. ...

07/25/09Floating Flotillas Fish Fantasy
Twin Bridges    406-684-5678

Floating Flotillas Fish Fantasy is a unique river parade and community picnic sponsored by the Greater Ruby Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. Fun run, raffles and kids games. ...

07/25/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
West Yellowstone    406-994-3901 ext 1

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 ...

07/26/09-08/01/09Eugene J LaMere Sr. Memorial Rodeo
Box Elder    800-823-4478

Rocky Boy, Montana - Home of the Chippewa Cree Tribe



'Chief of um all' TOUR - ALL INDIAN RODEO



Monday - July 27 - 4:00pm ------- Kids Rodeo

Tuesday - July 28 - 7:00pm ------ Old Timers Rodeo - All Women's Roping

Wednesday - July 29 - 8:00am ----- All Timed Event Slack

Thursday - July 30 - 7 ...

07/26/09-08/01/09Powder River Wagon Trains & Cattle Drives
Broadus    800-492-8835

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 ...

07/26/09Things with Wings Festival and Other Critters
Jefferson City    866-933-8789

Things with Wings Festival and Other Critters. Cone and learn all about our tiny little winged friends that are everywhere. Birds, bugs, butterflies, bats and lots more. If you have never been to the gardens, we have hundreds of hummingbirds here at this time of year, a most see. We are adding d ...

07/26/09-07/31/09Tipi Retreat
Red Lodge    505-660-7122

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 ...

07/27/09-07/31/09Sweet Grass County Fair
Big Timber    406-932-5146

The Sweet Grass County Fair is a 4-H, FFA & FCCLA fair with open class indoor categories. There will be hundreds of exhibits in the livestock show, Round Robin Competition and Fun on the Farm for evening entertainment. We have a Friday evening BBQ, and fair sale as well as concessions daily. Come ...

07/27/09-08/01/09Festival Amadeus
Whitefish    406-257-3241

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 ...

07/28/09-08/02/09Big Horn County Youth Fair
Hardin    406-665-9770

Big Horn County honors its children and their future with an open fair featuring 4-H exhibits and youth projects. This is a non commercial fair. There is not a carnival or night show. Premiums are paid on 4-H and FFA exhibits. There are no premiums paid on open class exhibits. There is no admis ...

07/28/09-07/31/09Summer Bibler Home and Garden Evening Tours
Kalispell    406-756-3963

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. ...

07/28/09-08/02/09Pioneer Days and Lake County Fair
Ronan    406-676-5300

Pioneer Days and Lake County Fair will be held at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Ronan. Exhibitors will show their crafts and projects. Vendors will be available, along with parades to be held Saturday at 10:00am and Sunday at 12:30pm.



Also scheduled are rodeos and a demolition derby, beginni ...

07/29/09-08/02/09Testicle Festival
Clinton    406-825-4868

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 ...

07/29/09-08/02/09Broadwater County Fair & Rodeo
Townsend    406-266-9251

The Broadwater County Fair and Rodeo begins with 'local kids' rodeo on Thursday, followed by NRA-approved rodeo on Friday and Saturday. The rodeo concludes on Sunday with local adults. The fair involves local and 4-H exhibits and a livestock sale, along with a barbecue, local entertainment, advan ...

07/30/09-08/02/09Billings Gem & Mineral Annual Show
Billings    406-373-5131

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 ...

07/30/09-08/02/09Rocky Boy's Annual Pow Wow
Box Elder    800-823-4478

The Pow-Wow is an event of Indian Heritage and tradition. Dance, costume and drumming competitions are the featured events. Competitions last throughout the weekend with all ages participating. Exciting, excellent cultural demonstrations as well as ethnic and traditional food offered daily. Come ...

07/30/09-08/01/09Butte-Silver Bow County Fair
Butte    406-497-6221

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

07/30/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Dillon    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/30/09-08/01/09Wheatland County Fair
Harlowton    406-632-4694

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 ...

07/30/09-08/01/09Sheridan County Fair
Plentywood    406-765-3407

Annual County Fair features a concert, PRCA Rodeo, demolition derby, mud run, bump 'n run, food, kids area, parade, youth livestock show and sale, horse show, commercial booths, free entertainment, carnival and a free shuttle bus on premise.



Call 406-765-3407 for more information. ...

07/30/09-08/02/09Wadopana Celebration
Wolf Point    406-650-8724

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 ...

07/31/09-08/02/09Headwaters Relay - A Run to the Source
Bozeman    406-539-0368

The Headwaters Relay is a 3-day, 232 mile team relay race through the mountains and valleys of Southwest Montana. The route is 98% on dirt and two-track roads revisiting Lewis and Clark's trek from Three Forks to Beaverhead Rock. The Relay ends at Hellroaring Creek, the ultimate source of the Miss ...

07/31/09Stillwater 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale
Columbus    406-322-8035

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. ...

07/31/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Deer Lodge    406-994-3901

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 ...

07/31/09-08/01/09Crazy Daze
Dillon    406-683-2750

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 ...

07/31/09-08/01/09Rosebud County Relay for Life
Forsyth    800-252-5470

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

07/31/09-08/01/09Relay for Life
Helena    877-488-7723

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 ...

07/31/09-08/02/09Montana Fiddlers Picnic
Livingston    406-223-5049

The Montana Fiddlers Picnic has been held for over 30 years as a non-competitive gathering of old time fiddlers and other accoustic musicians. This is a family oriented, informal, three-day musical event open to spectators and musicians of all ages and abilities. ...

07/31/09-08/01/09Rocky Mountain Accordion Celebration
Philipsburg    406-859-3812

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 ...

07/31/09-08/01/09Festival of Nations
Red Lodge    888-281-0625

Celebrating over 50 years, the Red Lodge Festival of Nations continues to honor its roots as a coal mining town through the diverse ethnic groups that worked and settled the area. The festival begins with an evening performance on Friday at the Lion's Park. Saturday and Sunday activities include e ...

07/31/09-08/09/09Smoking Waters Mountain Man Rendezvous
West Yellowstone    406-646-7215

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 ...

07/31/09-08/02/09Wisdom Gun Show
Wisdom    406-689-3400

Come join us for the annual Wisdom Gun Show. ...

08/01/09Belgrade Crazy Days
Belgrade    406-388-1616

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

08/01/09Bake Sale and Country Fair at Historic Crail Ranch
Big Sky    888-280-0163

Following a community parade, the Historic Crail Ranch has a bake and craft sale to benefit the only historic site in Big Sky. The Crail Ranch has an excellent display of homestead life in Gallatin Canyon in the early 1900s. There will be children's activities in the park across the street. Also ...

08/01/09Big Sky Festival of the Arts
Big Sky    800-943-4111

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 ...

08/01/09-08/02/09Bigfork Festival of the Arts
Bigfork    406-837-5888

The Bigfork Festival of the Arts, an annual event since 1979, features over 150 booths including art, crafts, food and entertainment. Bigfork, located on the northeast shore of beautiful Flathead Lake. ...

08/01/0956th Mexican Fiesta
Billings    406-208-0103

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

08/01/09Bull-a-Rama
Butte    406-494-6700

30 riders will buck out 30 bulls. Top 10 go to the final round with a chance to win jackets and prize money. Kids will enjoy mutton busting and adults will enjoy Bull-Poker. ...

08/01/09Grizzly Marathon
Choteau    406-466-5479

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 ...

08/01/09Eureka Montana Quilt Show
Eureka    406-261-4575

Saturday, Eureka Montana Quilt Show (EMQS) is having a One-Day Outdoor Quilt Show. Starting in the Tobacco Valley Historical Village and going up Eureka main street. It is a spectacular setting to enjoy a wonderful day in the outdoors of northwestern Montana, viewing fabulous quilts. Show times: 9 ...

08/01/09-08/02/09Fiberfest Eureka!
Eureka    406-889-3730

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 ...

08/01/09-08/02/09Governor's Cup All Breed Horse Show
Helena    406-458-6165

Governor's Cup All Breed Horse Show is the longest running horse show in Montana. It is an all breeds horse show for English, Western, halter and trail. Six high point awards will be awarded to all types of horses and riders. More payback classes. Admission is free for spectators. ...

08/01/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Manhattan    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/01/09HURL Elkhorn Endurance Runs
Montana City    406-442-0924

In 1989, the first running of the Elkhorn Mountain Endurance Run took place on the Elkhorn Mountain trails just south of Montana City, Montana. The original race included a 100K (62.2 mile) trail race through the Elkhorn Mountains. The HURL Elkhorn Endurance Runs now include 50 mile and 50 kilomet ...

08/01/09Red Lodge Climb to Conquer Cancer
Red Lodge    800-252-5470

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 ...

08/01/09-08/02/09Indian Arts Showcase
Sidney    406-433-1916

Assiniboine and Sioux from the Fort Peck Indian Reservation, along with the Three Affiliated Tribes (Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara) from the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation in North Dakota camp at Fort Union for 2 days to demonstrate the arts and crafts of the Indian people. Speakers and demonstrati ...

08/01/09Evelyn J Cameron Gala
Terry    406-635-4966

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. ...

08/02/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Gardiner    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/02/09-08/08/092009 Hands on History Camp
Virginia City    800-829-2969

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 ...

08/03/09-08/04/09Crazy Days
Broadus    406-436-2778

Two day event, Crazy Days starts Friday with games in the park for youngsters including human fire truck pull and ugly car contest, ping pong, bargins and evening BBQ with entertainment. Saturday, more bargins, drawings and fun. ...

08/03/09-08/05/09Daniels County Fair
Scobey    406-487-2468

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 ...

08/03/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Three Forks    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/04/09Chili Cook-off
Big Sky    406-995-2742

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. ...

08/04/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Helena    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/05/09Bite Of Bozeman
Bozeman    406-586-4003

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. ...

08/05/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Cut Bank    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/05/09-08/08/09Park County Fair
Livingston    406-222-4185

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 ...

08/05/09-08/08/09Richland County Fair and Rodeo
Sidney    406-433-2801

The Richland County Fair and Rodeo is an annual event known as the show window of agricultural achievement in eastern Montana and western North Dakota. This event features a PRCA Rodeo Thursday and Friday nights with big-name entertainment on Saturday. Also included are livestock, many exhibits, ...

08/05/09-08/08/09Judith Basin County Fair
Stanford    406-566-2277

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 ...

08/06/09Anaconda Summer Sidewalk Sale
Anaconda    406-563-2400

Anaconda Summer Sidewalk Sale includes the of Tour of Historic Bars and Crazy Daze. Food vendors, crafts, sidewalk sales, watermelon eating contest and much more. Live music on the deck of the Anaconda Visitors Center. ...

08/06/09-08/08/09Powder River County Fair
Broadus    406-436-2424

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 ...

08/06/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Fort Benton    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/06/09Kids Fest
Missoula    406-721-7275

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 ...

08/06/09-08/09/09Mineral County Fair & Rodeo
Superior    406-649-6400

Mineral County (Superior) provides an old-fashioned country fair with lots of cowboy spirit and homespun charm. There is no charge to enter the fairgrounds. Argricultural exhibits abound with locals displaying their talents, green thumbs, and individuality. Our photography and quilt shows alone a ...

08/06/09-08/08/09Superior Lions Club Rodeo
Superior    406-822-3096

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 ...

08/06/09-08/09/09Prairie County Fair
Terry    406-635-2121

The Prairie County Fair is fun filled days and nights. Come check out the 4-H judging, livestock, rodeo, Parched Prairie Players (the local drama group), and entertainment. Annually scheduled a weekend in August. A petting zoo, games for kids, delicious concessions and commercial exhibits are on ...

08/06/09-08/08/0931st Montana Antique Airplane Association Fly-In
Three Forks    406-586-2307

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 ...

08/06/09-08/09/09Yellowstone Rod Run
West Yellowstone    406-646-9759

Now in its 39th year, the Yellowstone Rod Run annually draws five to seven hundred street rods from all over the United States. Cruises and various competitions are available to registrants. Saturday's Parade of Rods on Canyon Street is an event highlight. The Show & Shine in City Park, where a f ...

08/07/09Historic Bar Tour
Anaconda    406-563-2400

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

08/07/09Artwalk Billings - August
Billings    406-259-6563

Galleries host Artwalk Downtown Billings, 5-9pm. Local and regional artist on hand to show new works. Refreshments served. Maps available at the galleries. Bus transportation available. www.artwalkbillings.com ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Magic City Blues - Montana's Urban Music Festival
Billings    406-670-2329

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 ...

08/07/09-08/15/09MontanaFair
Billings    800-366-8538

MontanaFair is an agricultural celebration in the historic tradition of fairs. It is the region's largest event. Held at MetraPark in Billings, MontanaFair celebrates for nine days. Nearly 10,000 people will earn cash and ribbons for their entries which range from beer, wine, bunnies, crocheting, ho ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Little Bear School House Museum Antique Show
Bozeman    406-388-1873

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, ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Sweet Pea Festival
Bozeman    406-586-4003

Sweet Pea is a festival of the arts featuring a costume ball, dining on Main Street and entertainment in Bozeman's Lindley Park, which includes music, dance, theatre and children's activities.



Family entertainment featuring the arts.



August 1: Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: Macbeth 4:30pm L ...

08/07/09-08/09/09An Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival
Butte    800-735-6814

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, ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Musician's Rendezvous
Columbus    406-861-1147

The Musician's Rendezvous will take place at Itch-Kep-Pe Park. All interested individuals are welcome to attend and participate, from bluegrass to jazz. Throughout the weekend there will be jam sessions going on with food and fun for all. ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Rendezvous Cut Bank
Cut Bank    406-873-3331

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 ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Artist of the Prairie Art Show
Ekalaka    406-775-6644

This outstanding art show is a highlight of the Days of 84 and Carter County Fair in Ekalaka. All fine art, including oil, watercolor, sculpture, photography, etc. accepted in this non juried show. The show also hosts the Traveling Art Show from the Custer County Art Center, that weekend.



Entry ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Days of '85 Fair, Rodeo, and Parade
Ekalaka    406-775-8714

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 ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Yellowstone River Duck Festival/Classic Car Show/Microbrew Fest
Forsyth    877-479-8468

The Yellowstone River Duck Festival is downtown Forsyth's biggest event. Check-out the cars! What's new in microbrew? Come and taste some of Montana's finest microbrew.



The first thing to do is adopt a rubber duck for $10; your duck will be entered in our Duck Race on the Yellowstone River, wh ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Northeast Montana Relay for Life
Glasgow    800-252-5470

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 ...

08/07/09-09/04/09Little Horn State Bank Farmers Market
Hardin    406-665-2332

Join us for our annual Farmers Market at the Little Horn State Bank parking lot August 7th to September 25th, 2009.



No fees for setting up! ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Hays Pow Wow
Hays    406-353-2205 ext 367

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 ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Annual Original Missoula Gun and Antique Show
Missoula    406-549-4817

The Annual Original Missoula Gun and Antique Show is the oldest, largest and best gun and antique show in Montana. It was established in 1955. There will be 800 tables to check out. There will be antiques, modern rifles, pistols, ammunition scopes, binoculars, Winchesters, Colts, Sharps, Remingto ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Cruisin By the Bay Car Show
Polson    406-883-5218

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 ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Polson Festival Days
Polson    406-883-5969

Polson Festival Days is an all family event with activities and fun for everyone.



Cruisin by the Bay Car Show

Concert by Bop-A-Dips

Annual Art in the Park Show

Carnival ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Fat Tire Frenzy
Red Lodge    800-444-8977

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 ...

08/07/09-08/08/0997th Creamery Picnic
Stevensville    406-777-3773

Annual community celebration sponsored by the Stevensville Business Association. A family oriented celebration featuring homemade ice cream, games, music and food. A step back in time and fun for everyone. Make sure you don't miss this event, come to Stevensville and relive yesteryear.



How did ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Cabin Fever Quilters Quilt Show
Superior    406-826-1843

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 ...

08/07/09-08/08/09Sanders County Relay for Life
Thompson Falls    406-827-4099

Sanders County Relay for Life will be Friday and Saturday, August 7-8, 2009 from 7:00pm until 11:00am. This relay is to raise money and awareness for cancer research. If you have any questions, please call Tracey Dean at 406-827-4099. ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Rockin the Rivers 2009
Three Forks    866-285-0097

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 ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Virginia City Art Show
Virginia City    800-829-2969

Stroll along the boardwalks and enjoy fine art of artists from all over Montana and the Pacific Northwest. Artists will be on the boardwalk and in the Virginia City Community Center on Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am 7:00pm and Sunday from 9:00am - 5:00pm. Don't miss the Quick Draw and Auc ...

08/07/09-08/09/09Huckleberry Days Art Festival
Whitefish    877-862-3548

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, ...

08/08/09Madison Valley Arts Festival
Ennis    406-682-4388

This annual Madison Valley Arts Festival includes a juried arts and crafts marketplace featuring original painting, pottery, woodworking and stained glass. Delicious food and drink are sold. Area authors are invited to sell and sign their work as they visit with the public. There will be an art r ...

08/08/09Community Artists Day
Great Falls    406-454-5870

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 ...

08/08/09-08/09/09The Montana Wild West Fest
Helena    406-458-3700

The Montana Wild West Fest is a two-day celebration of our frontier history held at the historic Kleffner Ranch, 5 miles east of Helena.



Events include a Wild West Town, complete with frontier craftsmen, performing arts and entertainment, wagon rides and good old fashion food as well as western m ...

08/08/09Annual Outdoor Art Festival
Polson    406-883-5956

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 ...

08/08/09-08/14/09Annual Roundup Cattle Drive, Inc.
Roundup    800-257-9775

Spend five days and five nights on the trail working cattle just as cowboys have for over 100 years. You will gain hands-on experience in horseback riding, cattle driving, riding in a covered wagon, and side trailrides. Every evening we have western music dancing or entertainment. A ranch rodeo will ...

08/08/09Huckleberry Festival
Swan Lake    406-886-2003

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 ...

08/08/09132nd Commemoration of the Battle of the Big Hole
Wisdom    406-689-3155

The Battle of the Big Hole was fought on August 9 and 10, 1877 between the U.S. military and the Nez Perce. Ceremonies, demonstrations, traditional Nez Perce music and park rangers help visitors understand and remember the Battle. Living history dealing with the U.S. Army will be involved. Infantr ...

08/09/09-08/12/09Northeast Montana Fair
Glasgow    406-228-6266

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 ...

08/10/09-08/11/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
Great Falls    406-994-3901

August 10: The Two Gentlemen of Verona - Directed by Will Dickerson

August 11: The Tempest - Directed by Joel Jahnke



Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is the only professional theatre program in the state producing Shakespearean plays and the only company that offers its performances FREE to th ...

08/11/09-08/16/09Western Montana Fair and Rodeo
Missoula    406-721-3247

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 ...

08/12/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Choteau    406-994-3901

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 s ...

08/12/09-08/16/09Roosevelt County Fair
Culbertson    406-787-5881

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 ...

08/12/09-08/16/09Tri County Fair
Deer Lodge    406-846-2520

Southwest Montana comes together for this good old fashioned county fair featuring 5 days of festivities, livestock, exhibits, food, rodeo and a demolition derby. ...

08/12/09-08/16/09Dawson County Fair & Rodeo
Glendive    406-377-6781

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. ...

08/12/09-08/16/09Madison County Fair & Rodeo
Twin Bridges    406-684-5824

The annual Madison County Fair & Rodeo is held in Twin Bridges, Montana. Some of the following featured events which one can experience at the fair are 4-H, FFA and Open Class exhibits, commercial exhibits, food vendors, petting zoo, a wonderful playground for the little ones, Open Youth Rodeo, 2 d ...

08/13/09-08/16/09Fallon County Fair
Baker    406-778-2451

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 ...

08/13/09-08/17/09Crow Fair and Rodeo
Crow Agency    406-638-3896

The Annual Crow Fair Celebration will take place on August 13 thru 17, 2009. It is one of the largest gatherings of the year for the Apsáalooke Nation and is considered the largest modern day American Indian encampment in the Nation. Deemed the "Teepee Capital of the World" because of the approximat ...

08/13/09-08/15/09Heart Butte Celebration
Heart Butte    406-338-7521

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 ...

08/13/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Philipsburg    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/14/09-08/16/09Montana Fun Weekend
Cut Bank    406-873-8683

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! ...

08/14/09-08/16/09Chouteau County Fair
Fort Benton    406-622-5505

This annual county fair features a rodeo, concert, demolition derby and food concessions. Also featured are livestock, photography, artwork, crafts, the Montana State Milling and Baking Contest, garden and wheat production entries, 4-H exhibits and fat stock sale. The Chouteau County Fairgrounds h ...

08/14/09-08/16/09Annual Montana Cowboy Poetry Gathering & Western Music Rendezvous
Lewistown    406-535-8278

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 ...

08/14/09-08/16/09Western Art & Gear Show
Lewistown    406-535-8278

Juried Western Art and Gear Show held in conjunction with the Montana Cowboy Poetry Gathering.



Friday and Saturday's day activities for the Western Art & Gear Show as well as Sunday's Cowboy Church will be located at the Yogo Inn in Lewistown, Montana.



Saturday's evening show will be at the Fe ...

08/14/09-08/15/09Ignite The Nites
Libby    406-293-2633

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 ...

08/14/09-08/15/09Miles City Relay for Life
Miles City    800-252-5470

Relay For Life is a community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. This over-night event takes place at the Miles City Community College track with great games and food and where teams of people take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is aske ...

08/14/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Plains    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/14/09-09/25/09Richland Federal Credit Union Farmers Market
Sidney    406-482-2704

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 ...

08/14/09-08/16/0930th Huckleberry Festival
Trout Creek    406-827-3301

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 ...

08/14/09-08/16/09Big Sky Rendezvous
Troy    406-295-4358

The Big Sky Rendezvous is held at the Halfway House. Bull Lake near Troy in northwest Montana is the setting for camping, live country music, food and refreshments.



Kitchen services are provided by the Volunteer Ambulance of Bull Lake. Music starts at 1:00 pm Friday and 12:00 noon Saturday and ...

08/14/09-08/17/0950th Anniversary of the Hebgen Lake Earthquake
West Yellowstone    406-823-6965

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 ...

08/15/09-08/16/09Pioneer Cabin Endurance Ride
Canyon Creek    406-202-5845

Ride camp

On private ranch. Lots of room for big rigs. Horse water is available. Bring your own people water. Pack out your trash. Porta potties available. Dogs are welcome - please keep them in control because we will be near a county highway. Weed-free hay is required and will be available for pu ...

08/15/09Darby Fun Day
Darby    406-821-3226

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 ...

08/15/09Annual Madison River Run
Ennis    406-682-4388

The Madison River Run begins with a shotgun start as participants walk or run a 5K or 10K. The course begins in downtown Ennis along Highway 287, ventures across the Madison River through Jeffers and ends in Lions Club Park. The course is a bit challenging, covering several types of terrain. Eac ...

08/15/09Stillwater Art and Wine Festival
Fishtail    406-328-4655

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! ...

08/15/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Heron    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/15/09-08/16/09Huntley Project Threshing Bee
Huntley    406-967-6687

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 ...

08/15/09The Centennial Ball of 1909
Malta    406-654-1037

The Centennial Ball of 1909 commmemorates Malta's 100th anniversary. 1909 period dress required. Ballroom dancing and refreshments. The ball will feature an orchestra playing tunes of the early decade such as waltzes, Montana reel and more. Refreshments will be included in the ticket price. All ...

08/15/09Manhattan Potato Festival
Manhattan    406-284-4162

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 ...

08/15/09Montana State Chili Cook-off
Manhattan    406-284-4162

Montana State Chili Cook-off is held in Manhattan. First place in Red, Green and Salsa advance to the World Chili Cook-off. Substantial price money for each category. ...

08/15/0925th Annual Wine Festival
Polson    800-845-4251

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 ...

08/15/09Annual Polson Fly-In
Polson    406-883-4036

The Annual Fly-In is scheduled for August 15, 2009. The public is invited to join pilots for an exciting day of aviation activities, beginning with a pancake breakfast at 8am. Watch as visiting aircraft arrive and land. View some fantastic aircraft; from homebuilt, vintage, WarBirds, floatplanes, to ...

08/16/09Powell County Demolition Derby
Deer Lodge    406-846-2094

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 ...

08/16/09-08/17/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
Libby    406-994-3901

August 16: 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 despera ...

08/16/09Bark in the Park
Livingston    406-222-2111

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! ...

08/18/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Eureka    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/19/09-08/23/09Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo
Kalispell    406-758-5810

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, ...

08/19/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Whitefish    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/20/09-08/23/09Montana Cowboy Mounted Shooting Competition
Bozeman    406-763-4456

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 ...

08/20/09-08/22/09McCone County Fair
Circle    406-485-2741

The annual McCone County Fair includes showmanship, stick horse rodeo for preschoolers, exhibits and evening entertainment. ...

08/20/09-08/23/09Western Rendezvous of Art
Helena    406-442-4263

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 ...

08/20/09-08/23/09Eastern Montana Fair
Miles City    406-234-3848

Eastern Montana Fair is made up of Custer and six surrounding counties. Attendance runs about 14,000 for four days. There is lots of free midway entertainment, rodeo, concert, demolition derby, fireworks, carnival, exhibits (4-H and open) and commercial exhibits. Midway entertainment consists of fi ...

08/20/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Superior    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/21/09A Day in the Country
Bozeman    406-587-8216

Our Annual Day in the Country features mini-classes, country picnic lunch and evening lecture. Pre-registration required. ...

08/21/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
St Ignatius    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/21/09-08/23/09The Grand Victorian Ball for Peace 1865
Virginia City    800-829-2969

Come to Virginina City, Montana. Learn about the influence of the Civil War in Montana's early history. Experience the fashions and customs of this era... Join us for a Victorian High Tea at the Bennett House on Friday at 3:00pm. Attend the authentic melodrama and musical at the Opera House at 7 ...

08/22/09Quilts on the Lawn Quilt Show
Bozeman    406-586-6097

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 ...

08/22/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Charlo    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/22/09-08/23/09The Green Eco Show
Missoula    406-846-1653

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 ...

08/22/09Annual People's Center Celebration and Pow-wow
Pablo    406-675-0160

Annual People's Center Celebration and Pow-wow In Pablo, Montana at the center grounds.



Discounted Museum admissions for the day and traditional Native American dancing, drumming and singing from 4pm to 8pm. Vendors of beadwork, local art, and food will be on hand. Everyone welcome, no admission ...

08/22/09-08/23/09Lone Tree Gun Show
Sidney    406-433-1916

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 ...

08/22/09MonDak Harvest Fest
Sidney    406-433-1916

The MonDak Harvest Fest is an antique tractor and pickup pulling contest. Also included is a kids' pedal pull and motor bike training. A show and shine car show is held in the afternoon. ...

08/22/09Glacier Nordic Run
Whitefish    800-858-5439

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 ...

08/22/09Snow Brewfest
Whitefish    406-253-9192

Support the SNOW bus at the Annual Brewfest at the Whitefish Mountain Resort. Try Montana micro brews, listen to great music and enjoy the day. The SNOW bus will be running from Whitefish. Check http://www.bigmtncommercial.org for additional information. ...

08/22/09Big Hole Cow Pasture Golf Tournament
Wisdom    406-689-3800

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 ...

08/23/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Hamilton    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/23/09Demo Derby
Miles City    877-632-2890

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 ...

08/23/09Art & Jazz on Broadway
Philipsburg    406-859-7799

Original art and lively jazz come to historic downtown Philipsburg. This annual event showcases the works of painters, potters, weavers, woodworkers and sculptors. The crowds will be entertained with live jazz, while sipping a micro-brew, sampling wines and tasting cheese. There will be fun for chi ...

08/24/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Anaconda    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/25/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Boulder    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/26/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Townsend    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/27/09-08/30/09Jefferson County Fair and Rodeo
Boulder    406-225-4025

A Fair of the Heart, old fashioned county fair in beautiful rural Montana. Live music, exhibits, contests, concessions and carousel on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday there is a parade at noon, baked goods auction, barbecue and barn dance. Fun for the whole family. Thursday is the In-County Rode ...

08/27/09-10/31/09Bridger Mountains Raptor Migration
Bozeman    800-726-4295

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 ...

08/27/09-08/30/09Lincoln County Fair
Eureka    406-296-3471

The Lincoln County Fair is held in the Tobacco Valley with Eureka as its center in the northern part of the county, just seven miles from the Canadian border. 'Small town, home town, country, low key' are the descriptions used for the fair. Locals and returning transplants from other areas come to ...

08/27/09-08/30/09Big Sky Classic Derby and Futurity
Kalispell    406-949-0328

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 ...

08/27/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: Two Gentlemen of Verona
Pray    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/28/09-08/29/09Dixon Melon Days
Dixon    406-246-0045

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 ...

08/28/09-08/30/09Annual Montana Knifemaker Show
Missoula    406-543-0845

The Annual Montana Knifemaker Show will feature custom made knives from makers all over the United States and many from Montana. There will be all kinds of demonstrations featuring forging, sheath making, a question and answer session on the art of custom knife making among others. We also have a ...

08/28/09-08/30/09Blues Fest
Virginia City    406-843-5700

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: ...

08/28/09-08/29/09Northwest Regional Art Show & Painted Buffalo Auction
West Yellowstone    406-646-7841

August 28-29, 2009 marks the 3rd Annual Northwest Regional Art Show. Come and see the areas best artists and their works in the historic Union Pacific Dining Hall. The Art Show will conclude with the Painted Buffalo Auction on Saturday, August 29th. We will be auctioning all of these masterpieces ...

08/28/09-08/30/09Wibaux County Fair
Wibaux    406-796-2486

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 ...

08/29/09Boulder Car Show
Boulder    406-465-8589

Classic cars will travel through Boulder on Saturday, August 29th as the Boulder Car Show is held in Veterans Park. Approximately 100 classic and antique cars are expected to be on display. ...

08/29/09Farm Festival
Bozeman    406-994-6054

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 ...

08/29/09-08/31/09Old Settlers Days
Clyde Park    406-686-4796

Old Settlers Days is an old-time family celebration. The two day festival features a parade, bake sales, vendor selling, foot race, barbecue, dance and fun and games for everyone. On Saturday, there will be a Fireman's breakfast at 7:00am and other events during the day include conversations with ...

08/29/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Cooke City    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/29/09The Bull Thing
Eureka    406-882-4444

The Bull Thing is the big attraction at the Lincoln County Fair. This event is strictly bull riding and the big purse draws top bull riders by invitation from all over Montana, the U.S. and Canada. ...

08/29/09Clark Fork Old West Day/Cowboy Reunion
Fromberg    406-668-7773

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' ...

08/29/09-09/27/0934th Annual Art Auction Exhibit
Miles City    406-234-0635

The 34th Annual Art Auction features nearly 100 original artworks by artists throughout the region. A wide variety of mediums including oil, watercolor, and acrylic paintings as well as pottery, bronze and ceramic sculpture are featured. Images range from traditional western and landscape to stil ...

08/29/09-08/30/09Annual Missoula Dressage Competition and Championships
Missoula    406-258-6467

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 ...

08/29/09-08/30/09River City Roots Fest
Missoula    406-543-4238

Our region's largest arts and music festival showcasing Western Montana's gem: Downtown Missoula. A unique public/private partnership, this event celebrates Downtown's success and provides an opportunity to highlight some of Missoula's most recently-developed attractions.



Musical entertainment wi ...

08/29/09Pineneedle Stampede - A Foot Race
West Yellowstone    406-646-7744

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 ...

08/29/09Stargazing Under the Caverns Sky
Whitehall    406-287-3541

Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park's special event combines stargazing and a family campout. Come early to set up a campsite before the scheduled program, which will last well into the late hours of the night. Using several telescopes, Thomas G. Satterly presents his interpretation of the evening sk ...

08/30/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Red Lodge    406-994-3901

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 ...

08/30/09Annual Foundation For Community Care Benefit Golf Tournament
Sidney    406-488-2273

The Foundation for Community Care Golf Tournament will be held at the Sidney Country Club. This tournament has become a tradition in our community, one that people look forward to, with a loyal group of followers who want to play each year. It is a major fund raiser for the Foundation's endowment ...

08/31/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Big Timber    406-994-3901

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 ...

09/01/09-09/05/09Beaverhead County Fair
Dillon    406-683-4761

Arena is busy the whole fair with carnival, 4-H Rodeo, Horse Show, Stock Horse Show, Ranch Sorting, Team Roping, Team Branding. Arena events on Saturday for kids. Karaoke and Blacksmithing on National Level.



For more information visit our website. ...

09/01/09-09/06/09Sanders County Fair and Rodeo
Plains    406-826-3202

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 ...

09/02/09-09/03/09Snow Equipment Rodeo
Billings    406-771-1401

The Snow Equipment Rodeo allows operators to test their skills on snowplow, front-end loader, backhoe, and motorgrader.



Contestants are required to operate equipment properly and safely, demonstrating their knowledge of safety and possible hazards. The three parts of the competition include writ ...

09/02/09-09/05/09Ravalli County Fair
Hamilton    406-363-3411

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 ...

09/02/09-09/03/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
Missoula    406-994-3901

September 2: The Tempest - Directed by Joel Jahnke

September 3: The Two Gentlemen of Verona - Directed by Will Dickerson





Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is the only professional theatre program in the state producing Shakespearean plays and the only company that offers its performances FREE ...

09/03/09-09/07/09Milk River Wagon Train
Malta    406-654-1720

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. ...

09/03/09-09/06/09Poplar Indian Days
Poplar    406-768-7623

Poplar Indian Days is a Pow Wow, which is a celebration of native culture and traditions through dancing, food, crafts, and fellowship with one another. All members of the General Public are welcome to participate or spectate.



Poplar Indian Days will always be held during Labor Day weekend, Fr ...

09/04/09-09/07/09Ashland Labor Day Powwow
Ashland    406-784-2883

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 ...

09/04/09-09/06/092009 Montana State O-Mok-See
Big Sandy    406-257-7049

The Montana State O-Mok-See is to be held Labor Day Weekend! Hosted by Smith Valley Saddle Club. ADMISSION IS FREE!



The Word O-Mok-See was the Indian way of saying "Speed Games on Horseback."

Smith Valley Saddle Club of Kalispell, will host the 2008 Montana State O-Mok-See. It will be held at ...

09/04/09-09/06/09Big Sky Polka Festival
Billings    406-656-7470

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. ...

09/04/09-09/05/09Burn the Point Classic Car Show and Parade
Billings    406-248-9295

Classic muscle cars from the 60's and 70's as well as finely restored classics from the early days of automotive history all come back to the streets where it all began-Downtown Billings. Burn the Point means cruising and cruising means oldies music, tough cars and shiny new point jobs on very old ...

09/04/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Butte    406-994-3901

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 ...

09/04/09-09/06/09Ennis on the Madison Fly Fishing Festival
Ennis    406-682-3148

Tie one on! Celebrate fly fishing in Ennis. Join us for an event that celebrates fly fishing and the town of Ennis on the Madison River.



The mission of the Ennis on the Madison Fly Fishing Festival is to create a venue for fly fishermen to meet and share their wide variety of interests, skills, ...

09/04/09-09/07/09Fall Wagon Train - Sand Creek Clydesdales
Jordan    406-557-2865

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 ...

09/04/09-09/06/09Annual Saco Fun Day Celebration
Saco    406-527-3434

Saco Fun Days is an annual event on Labor Day weekend, sponsored by the Saco Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. It was started in 1963 by early members of the Chamber as a way to promote Saco and the surrounding area.



Fun Day begins on Friday night with a pot luck pork BBQ with meat produ ...

09/04/09-09/06/09Annual Montana Atlatl Mammoth Hunt
Ulm    406-866-2217

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 ...

09/05/09Absarokee Farmers Market CPC
Absarokee    406-328-7123

The Cobblestone Preservation Committee sponsors the Farmers Market, Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. We have the venders gather at the elementary school grounds starting at 7:00am until 9:00am at which time they can begin to sell. We furnish electrical hookups if necessary. We can either have a fee ...

09/05/09Quilt Show
Absarokee    406-328-7123

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

09/05/09Big Sky Mountainfest
Big Sky    800-548-4486

Big Sky Mountainfest will be held at the Mountain Village in Big Sky on Saturday of the Labor Day Weekend. Music, food and merchants. ...

09/05/09Montana Shakespeare in the Parks: The Tempest
Big Sky    406-994-3901

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 ...

09/05/09Nightmare Hill Climb
Billings    406-656-9960

Billings Motorcycle Club is known for promoting extreme, western-style hill climbing and now we have added a new dimension by running the big bikes under the lights. The temperatures are cooler but the bikes get hotter and faster. Over 200 rider entries will make this an awe inspiring event for fa ...

09/05/09John Colter Run
Bozeman    800-332-4574

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 ...

09/05/09-09/06/09Powder River Quarter Horse Breeders Sale & Futurity
Broadus    406-436-2335

Powder River Quarter Horse Breeders Sale & Futurity is always held Saturday and Sunday the first weekend in September. This is a quarter horse sale and futurity events for horses. Includes events for yearlings through mature horses.



Offered in the sale are approximately 100 head of top quality ...

09/05/09-09/07/09Labor Day Wagon Train
Culbertson    406-790-0044

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 ...

09/05/09-09/07/09Blue Ribbon Craft Fair
Dillon    406-683-5511

Located at the Beaverhead Museum Depot located on Montana Street and Reeder Street in Dillon. This Craft fair features local, regional and national crafters and artisans showcase their work along with food and drink vendors. For more information, check out www.beaverheadchamber.org or call 406-683 ...

09/05/09-09/07/09Montana's Biggest Weekend
Dillon    406-683-5771

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 ...

09/05/09-09/06/0917th Annual Show and Shine Car Show
Essex    406-888-5040

Essex's Labor Day celebration is highlighted by the Annual Show and Shine Car Show open to all cars. There is a poker run on Sunday, voting for your favorite car, a barbecue and a dance. This is a family event that includes pig roast, barbecue, beer garden, trophies and prizes. Winner of show go ...

09/05/09Chief Plenty Coups Day of Honor
Pryor    406-252-1289

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 ...

09/05/09Red Lodge Fun Run for Charities
Red Lodge    866-446-1867

The Red Lodge Fun Run! We do hope you will join us in making The Red Lodge Fun Run even bigger! We expect over 1,000 participants. The Fun Run is a festive, outdoor event that serves as a community-wide fund-raising initiative, to support our nonprofit organizations and their goals and missions. ...

09/05/09-09/07/09Living History Weekend
Sidney    406-433-1916

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. ...

09/05/09-09/20/09First Nations Education Series
Ulm    406-866-2217

Park staff and volunteers will present afternoon hour-long programs each Saturday and Sunday throughout September. The 'First Nations Education Series' is part of First Peoples Buffalo Jump Culture Days, but this series is geared towards adults and older children rather than 5th and 6th grade stude ...

09/05/09Labor Day Horseback Poker Ride
Virginia City    800-829-2969

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 ...

09/05/09-09/07/09Knothead Jamboree-Square Dancing
West Yellowstone    406-690-2640

The West Yellowstone community hosts this fun filled weekend of square dancing for everyone to enjoy. This is an annual dance festival held Labor Day Weekend for both square dancers and round dancers. There are 6 dance sessions starting at Noon on Saturday and ending at Noon on Monday. Spectators ...

09/06/09Yellowstone Music Festival & Art Show
Gardiner    406-223-8831

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. ...

09/06/09Hamilton Demo Derby
Hamilton    406-363-3411

Hamilton Demo Derby will be held at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds in Hamilton. Lots of crashes! Great family entertainment! Car's from across Western Montana and Northern Idaho compete for a $2,600.00 purse. For this event, a large mud pit is built in front of the main grandstands and 3 to 4 he ...

09/06/09-09/07/09Helmville Labor Day Rodeo
Helmville    406-288-3273

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 ...

09/06/09'Running of the Sheep' Sheep Drive
Reed Point    406-326-2315

The Reed Point Community Club's annual 'Great Montana Sheep Drive' features hundreds of sturdy Montana bred woolies charging down the six blocks of the main street in an event some say is matched only by the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain. The event also has a parade including the Shriner' ...

09/06/09-09/07/09Labor Day PRCA Rodeo
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-3353

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 ...

09/06/09Huckleberry Hillclimb
Whitefish    800-858-5439

Grab your gears for the Huckleberry Hillclimb mountain bike race.

Come ride with us for the wildest event of the season with up to 14 miles and 3,800 vertical feet of grueling uphill. With anywhere from 30 to 50 racers, this competition brings out hill-climbers of all ages. Helmets are required. ...

09/07/09Holy Bucket Bluegrass Festival
Norris    406-685-3303

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 ...

09/07/09Labor Day Arts Fair
Red Lodge    406-446-1370

This fair features 80+ artists' booths displaying and selling bead work, pottery, paintings, sculptures, photography and more. Free, live entertainment throughput the day consists of fiddlers, belly dancers, folk musicians and more. Food booths, concession stand and picnic tables for lunch, snacks ...

09/10/09Taste of Whitefish
Whitefish    877-862-3548

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, ...

09/11/09-09/13/09Anaconda Wildlife Expo
Anaconda    406-563-4596

The Anaconda Wildlife Expo is an annual event and is coming into its 6th year. It is quickly becoming a 'Need to see' art expo and has caught the eye of many art collectors throughout the country. Many 'high quality' artists from around Montana as well as from other states are featured here, 35 in ...

09/11/09 Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
Big Sky    800-943-4111

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 ...

09/11/09-09/13/09Fall Home Improvement Show
Billings    800-303-3114

Billings only Fall Home Improvement. The Fall Show features 400 exhibits in a 75,000 square foot exhibit area. The show is always held the first weekend after Labor Day and will be expanding to the Expo Center - Metra Park. Exhibitors display home improvement ideas, products and services for the ...

09/11/09-09/12/09North American Indian Alliance Pow Wow
Butte    406-782-0461

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. ...

09/11/09River's Edge Trail - Blues & Brews
Great Falls    406-788-3313

Considered as Great Falls' best party the 14th Annual Blues & Brews fund raiser for the River's Edge Trail will feature great food, a selection of micro brew and domestic beers and the best regional and national blues artist we can find. The event provides match funds for state and federal trail gr ...

09/11/09-09/13/09NW Montana Antique Power Ass'n Threshing Bee
Kalispell    406-756-5577

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. ...

09/11/09-09/13/09Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Fall Gun Show
Kalispell    406-755-3980

Large display of guns, antique, and modern and accessories for sale. Custom western jewelry, knives, and art. ...

09/11/09-09/13/09Libby Nordicfest
Libby    406-293-2440

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 ...

09/11/09-09/13/09Traditional Trades Week
Lolo    406-273-4253

For thousands of years, Travelers' Rest has been used as a place to gather, rest and exchange information. Join us as we continue the tradition with interpretive programs, music, reenactments and traditional trade demonstrations.



Demonstrations could include brain tanning, quilting, flint knappi ...

09/12/09-09/13/09NEU Celebration - Mind/Body/Spirit Fair
Billings    406-227-8401

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 ...

09/12/09-09/13/09Boulder Music & Art Festival
Boulder    406-465-2106

Join the FREE fun as musicians perform in Veterans Park on Boulder's Main Street all afternoon. A mix of locals and professionals from elsewhere in the state will entertain while local artists display their works. There is no charge for the festival. Vendors will offer food and nonalchoholic beve ...

09/12/09Museum's September Fest
Broadus    406-436-2977

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. ...

09/12/09Mining Heritage Day
Butte    406-723-7211

Mining Heritage Day celebrates Butte's unique mining, cultural, labor and ethnic heritage with a vintage clothing style show, mine tours, music and a Meaderville dinner celebrating what Butte was and still is. ...

09/12/09Liberty County Harvest Festival
Chester    406-759-4848

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 ...

09/12/09-09/13/09Medicine Rocks Buffalo Shoot
Ekalaka    406-775-6705

Medicine Rocks Buffalo Shoot The Medicine Rocks Buffalo Shoot is an annual contest using lever-action, .22 rifle and revolvers on Saturday. Sunday features the long-range buffalo rifle match. The shooting event uses steel animal silhouettes at ranges from 25 to 800 yards. Period clothing is encoura ...

09/12/09Annual Ennis Arts Associations Dinner and Silent Auction
Ennis    406-570-0711

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 ...

09/12/09Lewis & Clark Institute: 1806 Blacksmithing Technologies
Great Falls    406-727-8733

Sponsored by the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Association. Instructor: Paul Blystone, Blystone Forge. Discover one of the most fascinating and important skills needed in 1806 America. Learn the techniques of blacksmithing as they were used on the expedition. This hands-on activity will take you step ...

09/12/09NWTF Women in the Outdoors
Helena    406-442-5454

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 ...

09/12/09Annual Montana State Chokecherry Festival
Lewistown    866-912-3980

The Chokecherry, a small, maroon-colored fruit with a puckery taste that grows wild in Montana, will reign supreme on the first Saturday after Labor Day. It's a time of wholesome fun for everyone from tiny tykes to Grandpa.



Growing in popularity each year, the Chokecherry festival is attended by ...

09/12/09-09/13/09Lincoln Rod Run
Lincoln    406-362-4271

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 ...

09/12/09High Plains Classic Car Show
Miles City    406-234-2890

The car club has offered people a chance to enjoy and reminisce of times gone by with this outdoor event for over 20 years. Bring your vehicles, old or new, and participate in the fun. There is an entry fee for the participants but the spectators are free. $20.00 includes one supper and additiona ...

09/12/09Miner's Union Picnic and Mining Competition
Philipsburg    406-859-5125

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 ...

09/12/09NorthWest HoneyFest
Stevensville    406-777-3773

NorthWest HoneyFest is a brand new event to our area. The event will feature educational efforts regarding bees and their importance, products made from honey and bee products. There will be a gala event involving food vendors, a contest, music and other festivities. Be watching the website for up ...

09/12/09-09/13/09Whitefish Men's Soccer Games
Whitefish    406-862-5154 (work)

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 ...

09/13/09Fall Classic Motocross Race
Billings    406-656-9960

The Fall Classic Motocross Race marks almost a decade of great fall racing at Billings Motorcycle Club. Almost three hundred motorcycle riders will come out to test themselves one last time before winter sets in. The jumps are big, the turns are deep and the speeds are fast as some of Montana and ...

09/13/09Circle Rifle Club Turkey Shoot
Circle    406-485-2539

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. ...

09/13/09Historic Bell Street Bridge Day
Glendive    406-377-5601

A day of outdoor family fun with non-stop live entertainment, children's activities, wagon rides, historical tours, food and drinks, a motorcycle contest, fly-over, duck race, craft fair and more. This event celebrates the preservation and birthday of the Historic Bell Street Bridge over the Yellow ...

09/13/09Germanfest
Missoula    406-532-3240

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. ...

09/13/09Utica Day Fair
Utica    406-423-5364

Utica Day Fair features booths of arts, crafts and food. Home made pie and coffee available for a small fee. Inclement weather site is the Hobson School. Cozy but friendly!! Raffle includes items from each of our members that have been incorporated into many gift baskets. In addition the sponso ...

09/13/09What The Hay
Utica    406-423-5371

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 ...

09/17/09-09/20/09Will James "At Home in Montana"
Hardin    406-665-1671

2009 Will James Gathering will include a reception at the Yellowstone Art Museum to view the Will James art collection, historic tours of the area where Will James lived, western entertainment, banquet, auction and dedication of the Will James buildings that were moved and restored at the Big Horn C ...

09/17/09-09/20/09Montana Trappers Association State Convention
Lewistown    406-376-3178

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. ...

09/18/09-09/20/09Havre Festival Days
Havre    406-265-4383

The Festival Days weekend opens with a very popular 48-hour softball tournament. A community parade which includes a Pet & Doll Parade, on Saturday, highlights the weekend celebration. The craft and commercial show, held at the Great Northern Fairgrounds is open Friday and Saturday. Saturday is bu ...

09/18/09-09/20/09Great Divide Orchid Society Show and Sale
Helena    406-443-2069

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 ...

09/18/09-09/20/09First Peoples Buffalo Jump Annual Atlatl Competition
Ulm    406-866-2217

The First Peoples Buffalo Jump Annual Atlatl Competition: Come have some fun with an ancient spear throwing/hunting device. This 8,000 year-old weapon was the prehistoric person's primary means of obtaining fresh game. Learn about the weapon and its history as well as how to throw it. Stationary ...

09/19/09Belgrade Fall Festival
Belgrade    406-388-1616

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 ...

09/19/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Opening Night
Billings    877-321-2074

Opening night of the 2009 - 2010 season!



For information about this concert or to purchase tickets, visit the Symphony's website at www.billingssymphony.org or call (406) 252-3610. ...

09/19/09Last Chance Derby
Broadus    406-436-2778

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. ...

09/19/09Stitch & Chatter Quilt Show
Broadus    406-436-2126

Stitch & Chatter Quilt Show has quilted articles of all kinds, handmade on display with judging by People's Choice. Door prizes, youth awards, raffles and refreshments available. Demonstrations will be given by local artisans throughout the day. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes will be awarded in e ...

09/19/09-09/20/09Threshing Bee
Choteau    406-466-5409

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 ...

09/19/09-09/20/0914th Annual Big Sky Draft Horse Expo
Deer Lodge    406-846-2854

The Annual Big Sky Draft Horse Expo, Montana's only draft horse show, will be held at the fairgrounds in historic Deer Lodge. Activities included with the purchase of the $15 event button, Montana's only Quilt and Carriage show which displays heritage quilts, lap robes and accessories with carriage ...

09/19/09-09/20/09Salmon Festival
Eureka    406-889-4636

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 ...

09/20/09-10/11/09Fall Hill Climb Series
Billings    406-656-9960

Billings Motorcycle Club is known for promoting extreme, western-style hill climbing and now we have added a mini season for those who want to ride just one more time before snow falls. The temperatures are cooler but the bikes get hotter and faster. Over 200 rider entries will make this an excell ...

09/20/09Montana Governor's Cup Marathon
Billings    406-245-9735

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 ...

09/23/09-09/25/09Native American Awareness Days
Pablo    800-883-5344

People's Center staff and other tribal members share Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d'Oreille crafts, history, demonstrations, and exhibits during these two days. Enjoy drumming, singing, and native dancing. Taste traditional fry bread and dry meat. Participate in hands-on beading, native games, and ...

09/25/09Ales for Trails
Billings    406-247-8637

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. ...

09/25/09-09/27/09Last Chance Community Pow Wow
Helena    406-439-5631

The Last Chance Community Pow Wow is held at the end of Native American Week in September. The pow wow is a spiritual celebration to join together in dancing, singing, visiting old friends, and making new friends. Come on out and we will show you a wonderful time. For more information, call 406-4 ...

09/25/09-10/03/09Festival of Flavors
Kalispell    406-756-3963

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 ...

09/25/09-09/27/09Flathead Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show
Kalispell    406-257-6966

The Flathead Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show, which is over 27 years old, invites you to come enjoy our quilt show. Last year we displayed over 200 items including quilts, wall hangings, quilted garments and quilted decorator items. We have a viewer's choice voting on Friday. Quilt Show theme is ...

09/26/09-09/27/09Rimrock Opera: The Barber of Seville
Billings    406-671-2214

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 ...

09/26/09Town and Country Day
Circle    406-485-2741

This is the local annual celebration of the community of Circle. The day starts out with a fun run at 7:00am, followed by free breakfast, kids and community parade. Other activities include an auction with free lunch served by Mid-River Telephone Company, farmers market, kids games, football, voll ...

09/26/09-09/27/09Northeast Montana Threshing Bee and Antique Show
Culbertson    406-787-5265

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. ...

09/26/09Gardiner Brewfest in the Park
Gardiner    406-848-7971

Annual Brewfest: The event consists of live music starting around 3:00pm, micro breweries represented with samples of their favorite micro brews from Montana, burgers and brats which are served throughout the evening.



Event starts around 3:00pm until dusk. Live music starting around 4:30pm For ...

09/26/09National Public Lands Day
Great Falls    406-727-8733

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. ...

09/26/09-09/27/09Hellgate Gem Mineral and Fossil Show
Missoula    406-543-3667

Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show. All types of gems and minerals; games for the children, demonstations and silent auction. Something in every price range. ...

09/26/09Old Faithful Fall Cycle Tour
West Yellowstone    406-599-4465

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 ...

09/27/09Lewis and Clark Marathon
Bozeman    406-587-1135

Lewis and Clark Marathon: 1/2-marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K run/walk and Kids' Run commemorates the Bicentennial of the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery through the Gallatin Valley. Point to point race.



Shuttle buses are used to start point of races. Follow the Lewis & Clark Trail past their ...

09/27/09Scarecrow Festival
Jefferson City    866-933-8789

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! ...

09/30/09-10/03/09HatcH Film Festival
Bozeman    406-586-2635

Beautiful downtown Bozeman, Montana is the location for this year's HATCHfest. Throughout the week there will be screenings of ten feature films, ten ground breaker films, a shorts program, musical events, 2 dedicated lounge areas for guests and invitees and a closing night award ceremony.



The ...

10/01/09-10/04/0917th Annual Glacier Jazz Stampede
Kalispell    406-755-6088

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 ...

10/02/09Artwalk Billings - October
Billings    406-259-6563

Galleries host Artwalk Downtown Billings, 5-9pm. Local and regional artist on hand to show new works. Refreshments served. Maps available at the galleries. Bus transportation available. www.artwalkbillings.com ...

10/02/09-10/04/09High Plains BookFest: The Big Read
Billings    406-294-2390

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 ...

10/02/09-10/04/09Harvest Festival & Conrad's Centennial Celebration
Conrad    406-271-7791

A 3-day event that has something to offer all ages. the celebration starts Friday evening with a Centennial Parade. Saturday evening enjoy the famous tunes of Wylie Gustafson.



Food and fun, what could be better than that? Tantalize your taste buds with samples of great food during the All Cuis ...

10/02/09Harvest Celebration Dinner
Livingston    406-222-0730

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 ...

10/02/09-10/03/09Stevensville Scarecrow Festival
Stevensville    406-777-3773

Stevensville's Annual Scarecrow Festival is a famously popular outdoor event to be held on First Friday and Sturday in October. Public viewing and ballots will be available 5:00pm - 7:30pm Cash prizes will be awarded by popular vote. 1st Place: $300.00, 2nd Place: $200, 3rd Place: $100.00. New th ...

10/03/09Stillwater River Run & Fun Walk
Absarokee    406-328-4775

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. ...

10/03/09Oktoberfest
Anaconda    406-563-2422

Oktoberfest is sponsored by Copper Village Museum and Arts Center. A fun filled day begins at 10:00am with and arts and craft show at Copper Village, 401 E Commercial St. in Anaconda. There will be a Farmer's Market in the adjoining park. German sausages, potato salad, kraut, hot rolls and other ...

10/03/09-10/04/09Bridger Raptor Festival
Bozeman    406-556-5672

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 ...

10/03/09-10/04/09Fall Home Improvement Show and Winter Expo
Bozeman    406-580-4122

Everything from windows to siding, hot tubs to investments, stoves to blinds - come and discover home improvement ideas. Over 120 booths to peruse. ...

10/03/09Barrett Hospital Foundation Annual Fundraiser
Butte    406-683-6737

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 ...

10/03/09Bear Paw Battle Commemoration
Chinook    406-357-3130

The Nez Perce National Historical Park, Bear Paw Battlefield and Lapwai Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #10933 commemorate the final battle with a traditional Pipe Ceremony. The commemoration takes place at the Bear Paw Battlefield and honors all those who fought and died in the Nez Perce War of 1877 ...

10/03/09Wine Tasting Festival
Hamilton    406-363-2400

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 ...

10/03/09Missoula All Women's 5K
Missoula    406-542-7067

The Missoula All Women's 5K is a celebration of women and their abilities. Come enjoy a great day of sisterhood. Receive a shirt with the artwork locally designed. Shirts that fit a female body!



This competitive and fun family event includes a 5K run/walk for women and girls and a 1-mile famil ...

10/03/09-10/04/09Tamarack Festival
Seeley Lake    406-677-2880

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 ...

10/03/09-10/04/09Townsend Fall Fest
Townsend    406-266-4101

A little bit of everything with lots of Old Fashion fun for the entire family will be found at the Townsend Fall Fest. There's something for every taste, age, and interest with a Military Parade, 70 Craft Vendors, Numerous Food Vendors including Rotary's Famous Brats & Beer, Music-Music-Music (Germa ...

10/04/09Alzada Cowboy Poetry, Art & Music Show
Alzada    406-828-4517

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 ...

10/04/09-11/15/09Festival of Quilted Wonders
Miles City    406-234-0635

The Festival of Quilted Wonders is a juried quilt exhibit of many designs. Awards are given in five categories.



Full Size - Machine Quilted

Full Size - Hand Quilted

Wall Hanging - Machine Quilted

Wall Hanging - Hand Quilted

Challenge Quilt



The opening reception is Sunday, October 4 from 1: ...

10/07/09-10/08/09Central Montana Ag Tour
Lewistown    406-535-5436

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. ...

10/08/09-10/11/09Legends for Lights Pheasant Jamboree
Havre    406-945-2635

Many different events are awaiting your arrival. A social welcoming you to Havre kicks off the Pheasant Jamboree on Thursday evening. Spend Friday trapshooting against professional sports legends. Then, on Saturday night, enjoy the Taste of Havre, where restaurants and service organizations compe ...

10/09/09-10/10/09Sugarbeet Festival
Chinook    406-357-2394

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 ...

10/09/09-10/10/09Glasgow Homecomming Festival Weekend
Glasgow    406-228-2222

The Glasgow Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture will be hosting the Saskatoon Police Pipe Band during the 2008 Glasgow Scottie Homecoming, Festival weekend. The band will take part in the Scottie Homecoming Parade on Friday September 12 at 2:30, the Scottie Booster Club tailgate party at GHS at 6 ...

10/09/09-10/18/09The Heron Players Fall Performance
Heron    877-328-7659

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 ...

10/10/09HarvestFest
Billings    406-259-5454

HarvestFest celebrates the change of seasons with a cultural event that invites food vendors, arts and crafts and Farmers Market vendors to participate. There is live entertainment and things to do for every age group. This event closes the event season for Downtown Billings and is free for the pu ...

10/10/09-10/17/09NILE Stock Show, Pro Rodeo, Horse Extravaganza
Billings    406-256-2495

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 ...

10/10/09Oktoberfest
Glasgow    406-228-2222

Fun family day in downtown Glasgow. The day will include pancake breakfast, vendors, pumpkin carving contest, pie and hotdog eating contest, outhouse races, tug a war, a children's parade. The NE Children's Museum will have a vendor booth with kids learning activities. There will be a farmers mark ...

10/10/0930th Annual McIntosh Apple Day
Hamilton    406-363-3338

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 ...

10/10/09University of Montana Homecoming Parade
Missoula    877-862-5867

The University of Montana Homecoming Parade is Missoula's largest parade with over 120 entries. The parade begins at Circle Square on North Higgins Avenue and ends at the University of Montana. This parade draws visitors from in state and out of state, and precedes the Montana Grizzlies Homecoming ...

10/15/09-10/17/09Montana Historical Society History Conference
Great Falls    406-444-4741

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 ...

10/16/09-10/24/09Voices in the Shadow 2009
Great Falls    406-727-8733

Visitors to the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center discover characters of the Lewis and Clark era - the early 1800s - in the shadows of the darkened exhibit hall in October. Guides with candle lanterns lead small groups through the hall. The one-hour guided tours are free, b ...

10/16/09-10/18/09Lewistown Gun Show
Lewistown    406-538-5394

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 ...

10/18/09Pumpkin Sunday
Deer Lodge    406-846-2070 ext 224

This is an excellent afternoon family outing. There will be children's activities in the dairy barn and refreshments will be offered. There will be a children's carnival, warm up at the bonfire. The kids can come out and pick their own pumpkin and paint it and take it home with them. Hay rides ar ...

10/22/09-10/24/09Humanities Montana Festival of the Book
Missoula    406-243-6022

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 ...

10/22/09-10/24/09Montana CINE Cultural and Environmental Film Fest
Missoula    406-728-9380

Montana CINE films cover a wide range of topics from world cultures to outdoor adventure, sports and recreation to conservation, indigenous people, and environmental issues. All films entered into this juried competition, compete for a variety of prestigious awards including Best of Category plus t ...

10/23/09-10/24/09Ghost Walks
Bannack    406-834-3413

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 ...

10/23/09Hunters Feed and Wild Game Cook-Off
Ennis    406-682-4388

Hunters Feed and Wild Game Cook Off is a very popular event for locals, neighbors and visiting hunters. Started as a way to clean out the freezer of last years game before hunting season. Merchants on Main Street cook up exotic wild game dishes and serve their culinary delights in front of their s ...

10/23/09-10/25/09Christmas at the Mansion
Kalispell    406-755-2166

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 ...

10/24/0927th Annual Autumn Art & Craft Show
Helena    406-449-7801

The Annual Autumn Art & Craft Show will have over 90 juried artists and craftspeople from Montana. Also other Northwest states are featured at this show. All items are handmade and most are made in Montana.



Admission is $2.00, children under 10 free. ...

10/26/09Harlem Ambassador Basketball Show
Big Timber    406-932-5131

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. ...

10/30/09-11/01/09Little Bear School House Museum Antique Show
Bozeman    406-388-1873

This annual event includes three buildings with over 78 dealers setting up booths of merchandise ranging from furniture, glassware, linens and collectibles. Our admission fee is $4.00 which will cover all three days. This antique show is a fund raiser for the support of Little Bear School House Mu ...

10/31/09Halloween Carnival and Bingo
Ennis    406-682-5711

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 ...

11/07/09Big Timber Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show
Big Timber    406-930-0320

The Big Timber Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show features over 100 exhibitors selling handmade crafts, local art, photographs, and food. Unique Christmas gifts and jewelry. Our bazaar features unique, handmade only crafts. Everything imaginable is used -- laces and ribbon to barb wire and rusty nail ...

11/07/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: American Favorites
Billings    406-252-3610

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 ...

11/07/09-11/08/09Havre Art Association Annual Show & Sale
Havre    406-262-2365

Havre Art Association Annual Show & Sale guest artist will be Thomas Marinkovich. The show includes artists from Montana displaying and selling their art. There is also a SILENT AUCTION section where guests can bid on art, and a PEOPLE'S CHOICE section where guests can vote on their favorite painti ...

11/07/09Wine and Food Festival
Sidney    800-331-7575

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 ...

11/08/09Helmville Craft Bazaar
Helmville    406-793-5530

Helmville Craft Bazaar will feature approximately thirty local vendors. They will be selling their handcrafted wares ranging from pottery items, wood crafts, sewn items, baked goods, metal work and much more. Homemade pie, cinnamon rolls, nachos, pretzels and chili served all day long. Pop, juice a ...

11/10/09-12/03/09Festival of Trees
Malta    406-654-1037

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 ...

11/11/09Annual Veterans Day Celebration
Hamilton    406-363-3338

The Annual Veteran's Day Observance and Exhibit at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton will begin at 2:00pm at the Dough Boy statue in front of the Museum. The program begins with the laying of wreaths from the numerous Veteran's organizations and independents, followed by a patriotic medley, rif ...

11/14/09-11/15/09Huff's Antique Show and Sale
Billings    406-238-9796

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. ...

11/21/09Bigfork Elves Decorate For Christmas
Bigfork    406-837-5888

Elves gather at the Bigfork Inn, then disperse throughout the village decorating for the Christmas Season. Sleigh rides set the stage for Christmas. Art Walk is from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Tree Lighting will be at 7:00pm. ...

11/21/09-11/22/09Holiday Food & Gift Festival
Billings    406-657-1372

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 ...

11/21/09AAUW Bazaar and Craft Show
Glasgow    406-228-2747

The Saturday before Thanksgiving is the date for the Glasgow Branch of American Association of University Women's Community Bazaar. It is held from 9:30 - 3:30 at the Glasgow Civic Center. Home made items only. This bazaar has been the most popular in the area for about 30 years and draws good cr ...

11/24/09-11/28/09Yellowstone Ski Festival
West Yellowstone    406-599-4465

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 ...

11/26/09Huffing for Stuffing Thanksgiving Day Run
Bozeman    406-599-6283

Hungry to run on Thanksgiving Day? Come see what all the Huff is about and join our 3rd annual fundraiser event! 5K & 10K courses start & finish at Museum of the Rockies! Also: Kids' Run with prizes! Don't miss the costumed dinosaur chase our turkey runners. Why not wear your costume, too? Prizes fo ...

11/27/09Christmas Stroll
Anaconda    406-563-2400

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 ...

11/27/09Crazy Mountain Christmas
Big Timber    406-932-5131

Ring in the holiday season at Crazy Mountain Christmas in Big Timber! Take a ride in a horse drawn wagon, get a picture with Santa, and enjoy refreshments, caroling and hometown hospitality! ...

11/27/09Holiday Parade
Billings    406-259-5454

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! ...

11/27/09-11/28/09Holiday Festival of the Arts
Bozeman    406-580-0967

This arts and crafts market is a festival that brings together artists and shoppers as the traditional holiday season begins in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. More than 110 booths feature original creations that have attracted people from all over the Northwest in the past. This event is also a ...

11/27/09Chinook Parade of Lights and Christmas Stroll
Chinook    406-357-3333

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 ...

11/27/09Holiday Light Parade
Glendive    406-377-5601

Holiday Light Parade is a parade with holiday lights. Enjoy holiday shopping hours and children can have their pictures taken and receive a treat from Santa.



Each year, the Holiday Light Parade grows more impressive in size and creativity. Kicking off the holiday season, the majestic floats lig ...

11/27/09-11/28/09A Christmas in Hamilton Celebration
Hamilton    406-363-2400

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 ...

11/27/09-11/29/09Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas Show
Kalispell    406-881-4288

Join us for the annual Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas Show . A grand prize is offered at the end of the show and there are 65 to 70 booths of fine arts and crafts, including woodcrafts, handmade soaps, paintings, candles, jewelry, toys, and Christmas decorations. We are all local ...

11/27/09Christmas City of the North Parade
Kalispell    406-758-2800

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! ...

11/27/09Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights
Sidney    406-433-1916

Night parade features entries with Christmas lights, carolers and Santa. Each year a different theme challenges the community's creativity and ensures a wide variety of entries. The parade kicks off the Christmas shopping season, all stores are open for the evening with brightly lit and decorated ...

11/28/09-11/29/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: The Nutcracker Ballet
Billings    406-252-3610

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 ...

11/28/09Madison Valley Woman's Club Holiday Craft Bazaar
Ennis    406-682-5714

The Madison Valley Woman's Club Holiday Bazaar is an annual holiday bazaar and a wonderful opportunity to do your holiday shopping among dozens of handmade gifts offered by local crafts people. Great buys, delicious luncheon and friendly people. Everyone welcome. ...

11/28/09Community Tree Lighting
Havre    406-265-4383

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. ...

12/01/09-12/31/09Holiday Market Room
Lewistown    406-535-8278

A preview of holiday hand crafts and fine arts in a Yuletide setting. ...

12/02/09-12/06/09Festival of Trees
Billings    406-252-9799

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 ...

12/02/09Christmas Stroll
Chester    406-759-4848

The Annual Christmas Stroll sponsored by the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce, will be held in downtown Chester. All downtown businesses are open for your shopping convenience. Food vendors and crafters are located in several businesses and buildings. ...

12/02/09-12/06/09Festival of Trees
Helena    800-200-9112

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 ...

12/04/09Artwalk Billings - December
Billings    406-259-6563

Artwalk Billings is a community art event scheduled five times a year in downtown Billings. Galleries and businesses host free receptions for artists/artisans from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Fun express bus transports artwalkers. Maps available at galleries. Check our website for more information. ...

12/04/09Christmas Stroll
Billings    406-259-5454

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. ...

12/04/09Christmas Stroll
Butte    406-497-6464

The annual Uptown Christmas Stroll is a free event uptown in Butte to kick-off the Holiday shopping season. The event features a parade with high school marching bands, the arrival of Santa Claus, hay rides, art and craft exhibit (indoors), music and vendors on the street and in the historic courth ...

12/04/09-12/06/09Festival of Trees
Butte    406-782-0353

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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12/04/09Night of Lights
Columbia Falls    406-892-7548

Night of Lights includes a Christmas parade, turning on of Christmas decorations, craft fair, holiday music, caroling, and holiday treats around town. An evening of 'Good old fashioned family fun!' Children's holiday display at Marantette Park. ...

12/04/09-12/05/09Conrad Christmas Stroll
Conrad    406-271-7791

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. ...

12/04/09Powell County Museum and Arts Foundation Christmas Festival
Deer Lodge    406-846-3111

This festival features decorated Christmas trees for viewing and auction, and is a fundraiser for the Powell County Museum and Arts Foundation. Food, entertainment and a drawing for museum's raffle car to be announced. ...

12/04/09Dillon Christmas Stroll
Dillon    406-17712

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 ...

12/04/09Hometown Holiday Stroll
Fairfield    406-467-2531

The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce will present the annual Hometown Holiday Stroll. All downtown merchants will be participating as well as some businesses without a presence on Central Avenue.



The Chamber of Commerce will sell holiday stroll buttons during the two weeks prior to the Stroll. The ...

12/04/09-12/06/09Chouteau County Country Christmas
Fort Benton    800-426-2926

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 ...

12/04/09Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights
Great Falls    406-453-6151

The Downtown Great Falls Association organizes the annual Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights. Live entertainment, food vendors and a special Santa's Village will highlight this year's event. Buy a Christmas Stroll button and be eligible for prizes from downtown businesses. The Downtown Great F ...

12/04/09Christmas Stroll
Lewistown    406-535-5436

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

12/04/09-12/06/09Meet Me In Missoula
Missoula    406-532-3240

Come experience a wealth of holiday cheer, local culture and creative expression in Missoula. Check back often as more events will be added.



Friday, December 4

* First Friday Gallery Night



Saturday, December 5

* Missoula Downtown Association Parade of Lights



Sunday, December 6

* Missou ...

12/04/09-12/05/09Christmas Stroll
Red Lodge    406-446-1718

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. ...

12/04/09Sheridan Christmas Stroll
Sheridan    406-842-5790

A traditional Sheridan winter event is the Annual Christmas Stroll. Everyone is invited by the area merchants and Greater Ruby Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. Some of the most popular events include the hayride with carolers on board. Santa makes his debut for photo opportunities.



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12/04/09-12/05/09Country Christmas Gift Fair
Stevensville    406-777-3773

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 ...

12/05/09Festival of Lights
Belgrade    406-388-1616

Festival of Lights is a community Christmas celebration with crafts, hay rides, music, art exhibit, sleigh rides and Santa! Stores are open late. ...

12/05/09Chouteau County Country Christmas
Big Sandy    406-378-2663

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. ...

12/05/09Holiday Parade
Bigfork    406-837-5888

The Holiday Parade is at 6:00pm. Bigfork is beautifully decorated for the holiday season. ...

12/05/09-12/06/09Annual Nutcracker: Bozeman
Bozeman    406-582-8702

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 ...

12/05/09Choteau Christmas Stroll
Choteau    800-823-3866

Choteau Chamber of Commerce Christmas Stroll: a morning till evening hometown Christmas stroll. Activities will include a Jingle Bell Fun Run, shopping specials, firetruck rides with Santa, wagon rides, a free movie for kids at the Roxy theatre in conjunction with the Jaycee's food drive (each food ...

12/05/09Spirit of Christmas
Ennis    406-682-4388

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 ...

12/05/09West Shore Holidayfest
Lakeside    406-844-3880

West Shore Holidayfest is held in the Lakeside School Gymnasium. NO admission will be charged at the door to enjoy the quality arts and crafts fair and participate in the extensive silent auction, as well as the upbeat live auction of one-of-a-kind art works. Many unique items and gift certificate ...

12/05/09-12/19/09Polar Run
Lewistown    406-535-5436

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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12/05/09-02/20/10Snowmobile Club Pancake Breakfast
Lincoln    406-362-4140

Join locals and visitors for homemade sourdough pancakes, sausage and eggs while you sit around the wood stove sipping coffee or hot chocolate. Get the latest trail update from club members, then head out for a day of unparalleled snowmobiling. Most days the clubhouse can be accessed by snowmobile r ...

12/05/09Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Fair
Livingston    406-222-4185

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! ...

12/05/09Downtown Parade of Lights
Missoula    406-543-4238

The Macy's Parade of Lights is an illuminated extravaganza parade held after dark in Christmas theme. This event is fun for all ages. The day's events also include Santa and Mrs. Claus's arrival, the annual lighting of the Christmas tree, Christmas carolers, rides at the Carousel, a bonfire and a ...

12/05/09Sanders County Christmas Bazaar
Thompson Falls    406-827-4538

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 ...

12/05/09-12/06/09A Real Country Christmas at a Real Country Store
Virgelle    800-426-2926

Celebrate the season at Virgelle, Montana. A ghost town along the 'Wild and Scenic' Missouri River. The Virgelle Merc. & Antiques will offer antiques, art, collectibles, refreshments, silent auction, Artist and Friends.



Part of Chouteau County Country Christmas. All communities in the County h ...

12/05/09-12/06/09Old Fashioned Montana Christmas Holiday
Virginia City    800-829-2969

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 ...

12/06/09Victorian Christmas at Grant-Kohrs Ranch
Deer Lodge    406-846-2070 ext 0

A Victorian Christmas at Grant-Kohrs National Historic Site in Deer Lodge. This is an excellent afternoon family outing. Music in the ranch house, children's activities in the dairy barn and special demonstrations will be offered. The ranch is a perfect setting for family holiday photographs. Wh ...

12/06/09Glasgow Christmas Stroll
Glasgow    406-228-2222

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 ...

12/06/09Christmas To Remember
Laurel    406-248-8557

Christmas to Remember welcomes the Christmas season with merchant open houses, caroling, a community bazaar, a lighted parade, and a fireworks display during the celebration. Laurel is lighted during the parade until the downtown is glowing with the Christmas spirit!



Businesses have bargains, s ...

12/06/09Parade of Lights
Plentywood    406-765-2190

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 ...

12/07/09Madrigal Dinner
Big Sky    406-995-2742

The annual Madrigal Dinner in Big Sky will be held at Buck's T4 Lodge. No host bar begins at 5:30pm and seating is at 6:00pm. A traditional medieval Christmas Feast prepared by the professionally trained Buck's T4 kitchen will be served. The dinner is accompanied by the Montana State University C ...

12/07/09Holidays in Hysham
Hysham    406-342-5457

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 ...

12/11/09-12/12/09Festival of Trees and Fundraising Gala
Libby    406-293-0106

Festival of Trees

Join us for a fun filled evening that the entire family can enjoy. View the beautiful trees decorated and displayed by local merchants and organizations. After that fill your belly with a bowl of the famous St. John's Lutheran Hospital Auxiliary chili. The kids will be delighted ...

12/11/09Whitefish Christmas Stroll
Whitefish    877-862-3548

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 ...

12/12/09Silver Bells
Fairview    406-742-5259

Silver Bells, Fairview's Christmas celebration, offers Santa, carolers, free movie with popcorn and drinks, custom-made collector's ornaments and bazaar. ...

12/13/09Liberty County Christmas Festival
Chester    406-759-4848

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

12/19/09Christmas Parade and Stroll
Big Sandy    406-378-2176

The annual Big Sandy Christmas Stroll & Parade of Lights is a community wide celebration. This event is filled with shopping and open houses at various businesses. Special events for all ages slated to highlight the stroll, breakfast with Santa for youngsters eight and under, free photos with Santa ...

12/19/09RUST - Rails Under the Stars
Big Sky    406-995-5765

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. ...

12/19/09-12/29/09Holiday Candlelight Tours of Lewis and Clark Caverns
Whitehall    406-287-3541

Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park offers candlelight tours in December, weather permitting. See the cave as the original discoverers did, by candlelight. These guided tours take 2 hours and require a 2 mile round trip walk. Visitors should be prepared to hike outside in winter time conditions to ...

12/24/09Christmas Eve Festivities
Big Sky    800-548-4486

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 ...

12/24/09Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade With Santa
Whitefish    406-862-2900

Santa and his elves arrive on the Whitefish Mountain Resort escorted by a spectacular torchlight parade. This annual event has thrilled thousands over the years.



Torchlight Parade begins at 7:00pm when mountain employees are joined by Santa in a spectacular procession down Toni Matt. Best viewi ...

12/31/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: New Year's Eve Celebration
Billings    406-252-3610

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. ...

12/31/09New Year's Eve Gala Event
Fort Benton    888-838-1882

This New Year's Eve the Grand Union Hotel in Fort Benton is offering a special package. The event includes an elegant 5 course dinner in our three diamond riverside Union Grille Restaurant, live music in the lobby, champagne toast at midnight, luxurious guest rooms, special prizes and New Year's Da ...

12/31/09First Night Missoula
Missoula    406-532-3240

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 ...

12/31/09Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
Neihart    800-433-0022

Every year at Showdown Montana we ring in the New Year with a fabulous torchlight parade and fireworks show. Enjoy music, drinks, and munchies are available while we wait for darkness to fall. Then watch Showdown's employees create a firey snake down Big 7 while the Great Falls Ski Patrol puts on ...

12/31/09New Year's Eve Rockin' Rail Jam and Torchlight Parade
Whitefish    406-862-2900

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 ...

01/01/10Annual Flathead Lake Polar Bear Plunge
Bigfork    406-837-2836

The Polar Bear Plunge is every January 1st, 2:00pm at the Raven Brew Pub in Woods Bay on Flathead Lake. The Raven is open for those wishing to eat and drink. T-shirts are available to Plungers at $8.00 each. It is a family event to welcome the New Year with a chilling dip. Spectators are welcome ...

01/01/10New Year Snowmobile Poker Run
Lincoln    406-362-4140

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 ...

01/02/10-03/28/10Winter Storytelling Series
Lolo    406-273-4253

From time immemorial, families have gathered during the cold months of winter to celebrate community, to share food and to hear age- old stories that have been passed down through the generations.



Join us at Travelers' Rest as we continue this ancient tradition with our Annual Winter Storytellin ...

01/06/10New Trends in Agriculture
Glasgow    406-228-2222

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

01/08/10-01/10/10Flathead Sled Dog Days
Whitefish    406-881-3200

Flathead Sled Dog Days is a 3-day event. Friday is a meet and greet the mushers and an opportunity to learn about the sport. Saturday is the first day of the races held at the Olney Snowmobile Trailhead. Sunday is a repeat of Saturday. All events are free to spectators. There will be food and h ...

01/09/10-01/24/10Community Race Series - Alpine and Telemark
Bozeman    800-223-9609

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 ...

01/15/10-01/17/10Billing Home Show
Billings    406-580-3907

This is Montana's first home and garden show of the year and is perfectly positioned on the calendar to reach home improvement customers at the beginning of their projects and decision - making. No need to wait months to find customers and generate business! At the show you'll find everything for ...

01/15/10-01/17/10Great Rockies Sportshow
Billings    406-580-3907

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 ...

01/15/10-01/17/10Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals - 30th Annual
Great Falls    406-727-8900

The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals are held at the State Fairgrounds in Great Falls. Over 96 of Montana's best PRCA pro rodeo contestants travel to Great Falls to pit their wit and ability against the skill and heart of Montana's finest PRCA rodeo stock. Also included are the Miss Rodeo Mont ...

01/15/10-01/17/10Seeley Lake Sled Dog Race
Seeley Lake    406-952-1876

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 ...

01/16/10-01/23/10Sno-Ball
Big Sky    800-548-4486

Enjoy watching regional professionals carve their ice masterpieces, while kids can help form snow features. Other activities include a bouncer room for children and ski and snowboard demos. When the sun goes down the event transforms into a party held in the sno-bar, which is designed with walls, ...

01/21/10-01/23/10MAGIE MT Agricultural and Industrial Expo
Great Falls    406-761-7600

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 ...

01/22/10-01/24/10Bozeman Home and Log Home Expo
Bozeman    406-580-3907

At the annual Bozeman Home and Log Home Expo you'll discover home improvement ideas, builders, log homes, log furniture, landscape, garden and building products, furnishings, art, home and garden goods and services and so much more! ...

01/22/10-01/24/10Seeley Lake Area Winterfest
Seeley Lake    406-677-2880

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 ...

01/23/10Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Free Family Concert
Billings    406-252-3610

The Billings Symphony's annual FREE family concert is one of the most visible components of Explore Music, the Symphony's music education and community engagement program. Seating is first come, first seated and doors open a half-hour prior to each performance. ...

01/23/10Stan Shafer Memorial Ice Fishing Derby
Dillon    406-683-4875

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 ...

01/23/10Seeley Lake Challenge Biathlon
Seeley Lake    406-677-2880

The Seeley Lake Challenge Biathlon event registration, safety class, race, spectators meet at the Nordic Ski Trails at the junction of Morrell Creek Road #477 and Morrell Falls #4353, turn just north of the VFW flagpole.



Saturday

* 9-11am registration

* 11am 1/2 hour mandatory safety class for ...

01/23/10-01/24/10Lion's Club Perch Ice Fishing Derby
Townsend    406-266-5790

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 ...

01/29/10-01/31/10Great Rockies Sportshow
Bozeman    406-580-3907

The Great Rockies Sportshow is where southcentral 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 ...

01/29/10-01/30/10Skin to Win/Randonnee Festival
Bozeman    800-223-9609

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 ...

01/29/10Margarita Meltdown
Great Falls    406-454-1449

Margarita Meltdown is an event with an 'island' theme.



That's right baby, the parrots are joining the eagle! Parrotheads and Eagle Mount that is, the HOTTEST Ticket in the Falls is the one that gets you into Margarita Meltdown. Think of it as a Cheeseburger just north of the Paradise Valley. We ...

01/29/10Micro Brew Review and Cool Dog Ball
Helena    406-447-1535

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 ...

01/30/10Toot, Snoot 'N' Hoot Folk Song Review and Comedy Show
Big Timber    406-932-4227

Toot, Snoot 'N' Hoot Folk Song Review and Comedy Show, Whippin 'n' Spurrin' Comedy Show and Boot Scoot'n Dance will be a fun time for the whole family. The chili supper includes chili, salad and cornbread.



The Whippin 'n' Spurrin' Comedy Show will delight you with a variety of entertainment in ...

01/30/10-01/31/10Ice Fishing Derby
Havre    406-265-4383

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 ...

01/30/10Moonlight Snowmobile Poker Run
Lincoln    406-362-4140

This popular event is scheduled around the full moon. The high poker hand wins, but the scenery is the real prize. Join us for fun, food and door prizes. First hand goes out at 6:00pm and last hand out leaves clubhouse at 8:00pm. Prizes awarded at 10:00pm. With 250 miles of groomed trails to e ...

01/30/10Frost Fever/5K Fun Run
Missoula    406-721-7275

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

02/05/10-02/06/10Chocolate Festival
Anaconda    406-563-2422

Local merchants give away free chocolates to all customers. A constable fines any merchants found not giving away chocolate, with proceeds going to their favorite charity. A Children's Valentine Box Contest, ages K-6th, the winner receiving a $50.00 Savings Bond.



The Annual Quilt Exhibit and ...

02/05/10Artwalk Billings - February
Billings    406-259-6563

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. ...

02/05/10-02/07/10Great Falls Home and Garden Show
Great Falls    406-580-3907

This is Great Falls' first home and garden show of the year. This event is perfectly positioned on the calendar to reach home improvement customers at the beginning of their projects and decision-making. No need to wait months to find customers and generate business! At the show you'll find everyt ...

02/05/10-02/07/10Great Rockies Sportshow
Great Falls    406-580-3907

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 ...

02/05/10-02/07/10Whitefish Winter Carnival
Whitefish    406-862-3501

Whitefish Winter Carnival: The Grand parade and Kiddie Carnival will be Saturday. Come join us and be a part of the fascinating mythology of Whitefish for the 48th year!!!



On Saturday at Big Mountain: Winter Carnival Torchlight Parade and fireworks. Join us on slopeside on Ed's Run for a s ...

02/06/10Dummy Jump
Big Sky    800-548-4486

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 ...

02/06/10Feb-ru-licious Festival
Helena    406-442-4000

The Feb-ru-licious Festival illustrates there is still beauty and usefulness in recycled things. Artists create wearable art from elegant to avant-garde, accessories to footwear-anything wearable for the juried fashion shows. Much of the artwear is for sale after the shows.



The annual Chocola ...

02/12/10-02/13/10Woo at the Zoo
Billings    406-652-8100

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. ...

02/12/10-02/14/10Wild West Winterfest
Bozeman    406-582-3270

Grab your galoshes...and head to the Wild West WinterFest. This annual event will offer a break from the winter time blues. WinterFest kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Some of the activities include horse drawn wagon rides, kid's special Roundup Rodeo, McLien's FFA Farm Barn full of farm ...

02/12/10-02/14/10Valentine's Day Package
Fort Benton    888-838-1882

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 ...

02/12/10-02/13/10Glendive Agri-Trade Exposition
Glendive    406-377-5601

The annual Glendive Agri-Trade Exposition (GATE), features commercial booths and exhibits, workshops and seminars, a bull sale, stallion show, food and drinks, banquet and dance. GATE emphasizes agricultural vendors and related workshops. The Cowbelles, famous for their wonderful cooking, provide ...

02/12/10-02/16/10Race to the Sky Sled Dog Race
Helena    406-881-3647

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 ...

02/13/10-02/14/10Northern Division Freestyle Competition
Missoula    800-728-2695

This annual event, sanctioned by the U.S.S.A., draws the best skiers in the area for moguls, freestyle competition and jumping. ...

02/14/10100-Mile Snowmobile Poker Run
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-2169

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 ...

02/18/10-02/20/1035th Annual Northern Rodeo Association Finals
Billings    406-252-1122

With more than 1,200 contesting members and over 42 sanctioned rodeos throughout the summer rodeo season, the Northern Rodeo Association is one of the largest regional rodeo associations in the United States. The Northern Rodeo Association Finals are hosted each February in indoor comfort by the Me ...

02/18/10-02/20/10Montana Agri-Trade Exposition
Billings    888-242-5829

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 ...

02/19/10-02/20/10Winter Carnival
Red Lodge    800-444-8977

Red Lodge Mountain Resort's Winter Carnival has become a much anticipated annual event for visitors and locals alike. This 2 day themed (stay tuned to www.redlodgemountain.com for this year's theme) event includes the Cardboard Classic Parade and Race, Costume Contest, Jalapeno Eating Contest, Live ...

02/20/10Billings Symphony Orchestra: Celtic Evening with Christopher Layer
Billings    406-252-3610

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 ...

02/20/10Ice Fishing Tournament
Glasgow    406-228-2222

Competition ice fishing in the Marina Bay at Fort Peck Lake! Top prize is $2,000, with other cash prizes and merchandise prizes. Any fish caught could be the winner from perch to northern pike; walleyes are accepted too!



Bring the whole family, dress warmly and expect to have a lot of fun. The ...

02/20/10Scholarship/Charity Snowmobile Poker Run
Lincoln    406-362-4140

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 ...

02/27/10Legends of the Wulf Nordic Ski Race
Anaconda    406-782-0316

Legends of the Wulf Nordic Ski Race, formerly Ben Ali Haggin's Mile High Nordic Ski Race, is a freestyle Nordic ski race with distances of 1, 2, 5, 9, and 19 km. The entry fee is $25 for adults and $15 for juniors 17 and under, and ask for family rates. A meal and awards at end of race is included ...

02/27/10-02/28/10Spring Home Improvement Show
Bozeman    406-582-3488

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

02/27/10-02/28/10Terrain Park Jam Snowboard/Skier
Bozeman    800-223-9609

Terrain Park Jam Snowboard/Skier will be held in the Terrain Park. Competitors have the opportunity to hit a feature as many times as time allows. This will be a judged event. ...

02/27/10-02/28/10Snowbowl Cup Gelande Championship
Missoula    800-728-2695

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. ...

02/28/10-03/02/10Special Olympics State Winter Games
Whitefish    800-242-6876

A highlight of the winter season, the Special Olympics Montana State Winter Games bring together more than 200 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches for three days of winter sports competition at The Big Mountain Ski and Summer Resort in Whitefish. Under the guidance of hundreds of volunteer ...

03/05/10-03/07/10Billings Home Improvement Show
Billings    800-303-3114

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 ...

03/06/10Annual Party & Auction
Billings    406-256-6804

The evening features a dinner buffet catered by Beyond Basil, live auction, silent auction and quickdraw events. The Quickdraw features participating artists who create pieces of art on the night of the live auction which will be available for bidding. For information on how to purchase tickets, pl ...

03/06/10Pinhead Classic
Bozeman    800-223-9609

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! ...

03/06/10-03/07/10Snowboard Jam
Missoula    800-728-2695

Snowboard Jam consists of two days of events for snowboarders, including Giant Slalom, Slope Style Jam and the Monster Air contest. Cash purse and prizes. USSA-sanctioned. ...

03/06/10Rendezvous Cross-Country Ski Race
West Yellowstone    406-640-0465

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 ...

03/11/10-03/14/10Winter Classic
Whitefish    406-862-8146

The Whitefish Winter Classic is an annual charity event that raises money to provide financial assistance for local Flathead Valley families whose children are in need of medical care elsewhere outside northwest Montana. A group of volunteers is dedicated to collecting donations and raising funds an ...

03/12/10Friday Night Big Air
Big Sky    406-995-5765

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. ...

03/12/10-03/13/10Eastern Montana Celtic Festival
Glendive    406-377-6690

The Eastern Montana Celtic Celebration features a bar crawl with pipe band, a bagpipe band, Highland Dancers, heritage displays, food, family fun, concerts and more. Come be 'Irish For A Day'!



First visit the DCAU Art Gallery downtown for St. Patrick's Day trinkets, silent auction items, and con ...

03/12/10-03/14/10Great Rockies Sportshow
Kalispell    406-585-3424

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.