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| 05/01/11-04/30/12 | Alberta Bair Theater Billings 406-256-6052 In 1987, the Alberta Bair Theater became a reality. Created with a dream of bringing the excitement of the performing arts to the people of the Northern Rockies and to enhance the quality of life in Billings, the Alberta Bair Theater has added a very special dimension to our lives that cannot be sa... | |
| 06/10/11-04/28/12 | Hamilton Players Hamilton 406-375-9050 The Hamilton Playhouse was renovated in 1995 from what was originally a two story school house and then the Rocky Mountain Lab. It is the home of the Hamilton Players, Hamilton's non-profit community theater organization. The auditorium seats 186 and faces a proscenium stage. You will enjoy a high q... | |
| 07/09/11-04/29/12 | Glacier Symphony and Chorale Kalispell 406-257-3241 The Glacier Symphony and Chorale, northwest Montana's premier arts organization, enters its 29th Season with symphonic master works, pops, chorale and ensemble recitals throughout the year. Tickets are available at outlets throughout the Flathead Valley.
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| 07/16/11-05/12/12 | Helena Symphony Concerts Helena 406-442-1860 Founded in 1955, the Helena Symphony Orchestra is a 75-member regional professional orchestra in Helena, Montana. The 90-member Helena Symphony Chorale performs with the Helena Symphony Orchestra 4-6 times a year. The Symphony performs six subscription concerts each season. The non-subscription conc... | |
| 09/02/11-06/23/12 | Billings Studio Theatre Billings 406-248-1141 Billings Studio Theatre is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality entertainment at an affordable price. The Billings Studio Theatre was established in 1953.
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| 09/28/11-04/14/12 | Chouteau County Performing Arts Series Fort Benton 406-622-5677 2011 - 2012 - All concerts at 7:00 PM in the Fort Benton Elementary School Auditorium, 1406 Franklin Street, unless otherwise noted.
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| 10/07/11-04/15/12 | Ansel Adams: A Legacy Missoula 406-728-0447 Missoula Art Museum is proud to host a definitive exhibition by one of America's most legendary photographers. The exhibition Ansel Adams: A Legacy consists of over 130 gelatin silver prints by the artist whom many consider an American master. Adams' passion for photography and the American wilderne... | |
| 10/07/11-10/26/12 | First Friday Gallery Night Missoula 406-541-0860 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... | |
| 10/19/11-04/01/12 | Live! at the Civic Helena 406-422-4083 Around 1924, Helena's visionary and community leader, Archie Bray, founded a concert series that remains vibrant in our community today under the name Live! at the Civic.
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| 12/16/11-03/04/12 | Kids'N'Snow West Yellowstone 406-646-7701 Kids'N'Snow is a program for kids with events and activities that offer the best winter has to offer. Through the programs offered by strategic learning partners such as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Park, the Forest Service, and other organizations, kids can get outdoors in the w... | |
| 12/22/11-04/07/12 | Terrain Park League Competition Neihart 406-236-5522 The 1st competition of the Showdown Terrain Park League. We are "amping" our park up this year and as we build it larger throughout the season, we will hold many small Terrain Park Competitions and Bump Offs and base the competition off the course that is set "as is." Each event will be judged and a... | |
| 12/26/11-03/06/12 | Ice Skating at Bannack State Park Dillon 406-834-3413 Dress warmly and skate on the frozen dredge pond in a rare ghost town. This event is available from December 26th (weather permitting) to the first week in March. Warming house hours are 11:00am to 5:00pm on weekends. Skates are available to use or you may bring your own. Hot drinks, videos, and gif... | |
| 12/29/11-10/06/12 | University of Montana Western Road Scholar Yellowstone National Park 866-799-9140 University of Montana Western Road Scholar is a non-profit organization providing high-quality affordable, educational adventures for adults at educational institutes around the world. Programs are offered all year. University of Montana Western offers several different programs that include hiking ... | |
| 01/01/12-12/31/12 | 2012 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.... | |
| 01/01/12-12/31/12 | Orphan Girl Theatre Butte 406-723-2300 The Orphan Girl Theatre, a professionally directed, youth-oriented community theatre, produces a season of at least five plays and musicals, offers educational workshops, and participates in events throughout the community. The season includes annually a young audience's production, a school touring... | |
| 01/01/12-12/31/12 | Interpretive 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. Daily during normal visitor center hours.... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | Washoe 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 credi... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | Venture Theatre Billings 406-591-9535 Venture Theatre in Billings is committed to theatre as art and exists as a venue that will not only contribute to the cultural life of the community but will also serve to test and stretch the abilities of the artists involved with the theatre. The company has steadily expanded, from its first produ... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | The Ellen Theatre Bozeman 406-585-5885 The Ellen Theatre is a marvelous reflection of the glorious playhouses of yesteryear. This lavishly decorated palace, designed by renowned architect Fred Willson, was built by the sons of Nelson Story, a founder of Bozeman, and named for the family matriarch - Ellen. That's quite a present for mom..... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | Mother 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 ... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | Missoula Children's Theatre Missoula 406-728-7529 The Missoula Children's Theatre holds performances for all ages year-round. Additionally, day camps or performing arts classes are offered to children in grades K-12, and an accredited performing arts program for high school students operates each summer. Performances, camps, and classes are held at... | |
| 01/03/12-12/31/12 | Yellowstone Association Institute Yellowstone National Park 406-848-2400 What is the Yellowstone Association Institute?
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| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Equinox Theatre Company Bozeman 406-587-0737 The Equinox Theatre Company is a professional theatre company located in Bozeman, Montana.
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| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Grandstreet 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... | |
| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Myrna 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.
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| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Wilma 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 developin... | |
| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Yellowstone 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. ... | |
| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Alpine Theatre Project Whitefish 406-862-7469 Founded 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, John Lithgow,... | |
| 01/04/12-12/31/12 | Whitefish 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.
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| 01/07/12-03/18/12 | Winter Signs Snowshoe Program Glacier National Park 406-888-7800 ext 0 Popular "Winter Signs" Snowshoe Programs is offered twice daily on Saturdays and Sundays.
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| 01/07/12-03/31/12 | Winter 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.
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| 01/09/12-12/31/12 | Shane Lalani Center for the Arts Livingston 406-222-1420 The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts is a multi-use nonprofit arts facility located in the heart of Livingston. Our mission is to strengthen community through participation in the arts. We accomplish this by utilizing a unique combination of professional and volunteer talent to produce regular seaso... | |
| 01/10/12-03/13/12 | Lewis and Clark Discovery Lecture Series Great Falls 406-727-8733 During the winter months, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center offers a series of informal seminars on different topics relating to the Lewis and Clark expedition and other local topics. The program lasts approximately one hour. The presentation is scheduled at 2:00pm. FREE! Advance Registration ... | |
| 01/19/12-02/16/12 | Film Series 2012 Great Falls 406-727-8733 The Lewis and Clark Film Series opens Thursday. The films show at 4:00pm and 7:00pm on six consecutive Thursdays in the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center's theater. The film series is free, with financial support from the Lewis and Clark Foundation. Donations are appreciated to support Center pro... | |
| 01/21/12-12/22/12 | NRA Shooting Clinic Whitehall 406-287-2181 Fish Creek Ventures offers NRA Shooting Clinics the third Saturday of each month.
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| 01/27/12-11/16/12 | Star Party Great Falls 406-727-8733 Star Party - With cooperation from the USDA Forest Service, the Central Montana Astronomy Society hosts its monthly star party, a star-gazing experience with large telescopes set up for public viewing, and interesting explanations of the features being viewed. The Lewis and Clark Expedition relied o... | |
| 01/27/12-05/04/12 | Flathead Valley Community College Chef's Table Kalispell 406-756-3963 Flathead Valley Community College Chef's Table is presented by the college's first-year culinary arts students as they complete their first-year internships. The students are the spotlight for the night as they showcase their talents in preparing, plating and serving the light hors d'oeuvres and thr... | |
| 01/29/12-03/06/12 | 33rd Annual Southeastern Montana Juried Exhibit Miles City 406-234-0635 The 33rd Annual Southeastern Montana Juried Exhibit features some of the best works being produced by professional and amateur artists throughout Montana and adjoining states. Works include paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and more.
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| 02/03/12-12/07/12 | First Fridays Stevensville Stevensville 406-777-3773 First Friday of every month we have the First Friday event with all stores staying open late. The First Friday Art Walk Series runs from May through October and is on the First Friday of every month. Businesses sign up to host an artist and the artist displays their work and can sell their work and ... | |
| 02/03/12-02/05/12 | West Yellowstone/Hebgen Lake NAIFC Ice Fishing Tournament West Yellowstone 406-640-1198 NAIFC (North American Ice Fishing Circuit) Ice Fishing Tournament Weedend: An official North American Ice Fishing Circuit event on Hebgen Lake at Kirkwood Resort & Marina. Winter's equivalent of summer's big time bass and walleye tournaments, is filled with seminars, a kid's workshop and the fishing... | |
| 02/03/12-02/05/12 | Whitefish 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 52nd year!!!
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| 02/04/12 | Big Brothers Big Sisters Bozeman 406-587-1216 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County invites you to their annual gala at the MSU Sub Ballroom. Be the start of something big and help create lasting relationships in the lives of Gallatin County children with an exciting evening of live and silent auctions, hors d'oeuvres and great entertainm... | |
| 02/04/12 | 2012 Chinese New Year Parade Butte 406-723-3231 The Chinese New Year Parade begins at the Butte-Silver Bow Courthouse (155 West Granite Street) at 3:00pm and proceeds through the streets of Uptown Butte accompanied by noisemakers and firecreackers, led by Montana's parade dragon (the dragon was a gift to the people of Montana from the people of T... | |
| 02/04/12 | Art Auction and Benefit Dinner Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 308 Held annually at the Meadow Lark Country Club, The Square's annual Art Auction and Benefit Dinner features many diverse pieces of art from local and regional artists, delicious cuisine from around the world, and a fun, festive atmosphere.
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| 02/04/12 | Feb Fest Helena 406-933-8294 The Feb Fest is one of Helena's most popular events that features vendors who sell chocolate, candy, desserts, crafts and gifts for Valentine's Day. In addition, there is an Artwear Fashion Show where artists create wearable art from reused items. This fundraiser sponsored by the Helena Civic Center... | |
| 02/04/12 | Rocky Mountain Chefs Invitational Red Lodge 406-446-9900 Chef Eric Trager of Bridge Creek and a yet to be announced invited guest chef will be teaming up to plan an evening of extraordinary cuisine and wine. The menu designed by these award-winning chefs will highlight the best of Montana cuisine. Each course will be paired with a wine specially selected ... | |
| 02/04/12 | Moonlight Dine and Ski Whitefish 877-754-3474 Join us for an evening of fantastic cuisine and winter adventure. Watch the moon rise from the summit, feast on delicious dishes, top it off with some dessert, then click into your bindings and ski or snowboard down the mountain by moonlight. Or, for guests who prefer, climb aboard the Big Mountai... | |
| 02/10/12-02/11/12 | Chocolate Festival Anaconda 406-563-2422 Local merchants give away free chocolate candy to all customers.
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| 02/10/12-02/11/12 | Glendive 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 ... | |
| 02/10/12-02/15/12 | Race 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 ra... | |
| 02/10/12-02/11/12 | 21st Annual Snowmobile Poker Run Trout Creek 888-827-4458 The Annual Snowmobile Poker Run is an all day event with registration on Friday evening and Saturday morning 7:00 - 9:00 am. Friday evening enjoy a bonfire at the Wayside. The run starts on a groomed trail along the Clark Fork Valley leaving Trout Creek. Then we ride through the scenic Kootenai Nati... | |
| 02/11/12 | Dummy 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... | |
| 02/11/12 | Annual Museum Ball Bozeman 406-994-1994 The Museum Ball is the longest-running annual event at Museum of the Rockies. Dedicated to raising funds for the Museum, this is one of the most festive and fun benefit events held annually. In addition, proceeds from the Dutch Auction at the Ball and raffle ticket sales support the Opening Doors fo... | |
| 02/11/12 | Buffalo, Bonnets & Chocolate Red Lodge 406-446-1370 It's the Guild's mid-winter fundraiser, "Buffalo, Bonnets & Chocolate" on Saturday, Feb 11th, 6-9pm. Silent auction, beer and wine, music and all the chocolate you can eat! At the Arts Guild this year!
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| 02/12/12 | Rimrock Opera: A Special Valentine's Event Billings 406-671-2214 "Handkerchiefs: The Artful Little Squares of History" presented by Terese Blanding: Come join your friends for a fascinating look at the handkerchief's role in history and in the world of opera.
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| 02/14/12-02/15/12 | Valentine's Day Package Fort Benton 888-838-1882 This weekend 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... | |
| 02/15/12-02/20/12 | Daniel J. Cox/Natural Exposures Invitational Photo Tours Yellowstone National Park 406-556-8212 Photograph the "Winter Wonderland" of Yellowstone National Park in the comforts of a private luxury snow coach with world-renowned wildlife photographer Daniel J. Cox.
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| 02/16/12-02/18/12 | Montana 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 & Health Expo.
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| 02/17/12-02/26/12 | Big Sky Documentary Film Festival Missoula 406-541-3456 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival showcases the best in documentary films from around the world. The festival attracts more than 10,000 people and screens more than 100 films during the week long event. All films are shown on Montana's largest movie screen at the historic Wilma Theater, downtown Mi... | |
| 02/17/12-02/19/12 | Virginia City Winterfest Virginia City 800-829-2969 Virginia City Winterfest is scheduled for Presidents Day weekend. The broomball tournament at city park is the center of attention with a two-man log-sawing contest, kids sledding and snowmobiling activities also adding to the fun and excitement. The broomball tournament will begin on Friday night a... | |
| 02/18/12 | Meadow Village ArtWalk Big Sky 406-696-0971 Meadow Village ArtWalk is a fun event that celebrates the incredible talent of some of Montana's finest artists. The ArtWalk will be held from noon until 7:00pm. It is free to the public.... | |
| 02/18/12-02/19/12 | Wild West Winterfest Bozeman 406-582-3270 Put on your coats and boots and join us for the 10th Annual WinterFest. Two days of fun, family events: The All Breed Horse Sale, Chili Cook-off, Dog Keg Pull, Doxie Derby, Battle of the Breeds, Children's Art Show, Hockey Tournament, Kids' Activities, Petting Zoo, Photography Show, Quilt Show, Swe... | |
| 02/18/12 | Frigid Digger Run Butte 406-723-8662 Saturday - Distances: 3 Miles or 7 Miles. Start Time 10:00am.
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| 02/18/12 | Ice Fishing Tournament Glasgow 406-228-2222 Competition ice fishing in the Dredge Cuts Trout Pond 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!
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| 02/18/12 | Scholarship/Charity Snowmobile Fun Run Lincoln 406-362-3334 The Snow Warriors Clubhouse is the registration site for this annual scholarship/charity snowmobile fun run. Riders travel a well-marked route on smooth trails collecting cards as they go. Many door prizes are awarded. A local student and charity each year are the recipients of the club's fun run pr... | |
| 02/18/12-02/19/12 | Townsend Murder Mystery Townsend 877-266-4101 There is nothing else like this murder mystery. No written clues or hidden notes. Interview witnesses, search crime scenes and do real investigating.
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| 02/19/12-02/19/12 | Northern Division Freestyle Competition Missoula 406-549-9777 This annual event, sanctioned by the U.S.S.A., draws the best skiers in the area for moguls, freestyle competition and jumping.... | |
| 02/19/12 | 100-Mile Snowmobile Fun Run White Sulphur Springs 406-547-2301 Meagher County's Little Belters Snowmobile Club hosts this annual Snowmobile Poker Run, 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.
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| 02/25/12 | Toot, 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.
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| 02/25/12 | Billings Symphony Orchestra: Musical Landscapes Billings 406-252-3610 Two distinct masterworks demonstrate the timeless inspiration of classical music. Bask in the beauty of Beethoven's Triple Concerto, a real treat with its chamber-like conversation taking place among three soloists with the propulsive backing of the orchestra, a truly intoxicating mix. And then delv... | |
| 02/25/12-02/26/12 | Spring Home and Garden Show Bozeman 406-580-4122 Spring Home and Garden Show has everything from windows to hot tubs.... | |
| 02/25/12-02/26/12 | Terrain 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.... | |
| 02/25/12 | Black History Month 2012 Great Falls 406-727-8733 Every February, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center offers a special program to mark Black History Month. Come and see an original presentation relating to the African-American experience in American History.... | |
| 02/25/12-02/26/12 | 150 Fun Run to Seeley Lake Lincoln 406-362-3334 The 150 Fun Run starts at the Ponderosa Snow Warriors Clubhouse in Lincoln. Starting from there we will leave in groups to Seeley Lake on Saturday. We will spend the night in Seeley Lake and return to Lincoln on Sunday.... | |
| 02/25/12-02/26/12 | Snowbowl Cup Gelande Championship Missoula 406-549-9777 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.... | |
| 02/25/12-02/26/12 | Big Hole Valley Winterfest/Ski Joring Wisdom 406-842-3264 Skiers, horses and riders will converge on Wisdom for the ski joring races. Competitors of all skill levels are invited to compete. Those without partners will be matched up for Saturday event.
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| 02/26/12-02/27/12 | Huff'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.... | |
| 03/01/12-03/04/12 | Winter 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... | |
| 03/02/12-03/04/12 | Billings 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 29th Anniversary Show and the public looks forward to this show each year. Over 150,000 square feet of exhibit space.
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| 03/02/12-03/03/12 | Winter Carnival Red Lodge 800-444-8977 Red Lodge Mountain Resort's Winter Carnival is a 2 day extravaganza with tons of events, prizes and good times. Complete with live music, a rail jam, cardboard classic, tons of prize give aways it is an epic way to spend a Saturday.
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| 03/03/12 | Annual Art Auction Billings 406-256-6804 ext 236 The evening features a dinner buffet, 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, please call or email.
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| 03/03/12 | Wine and Food Festival Great Falls 800-548-8256 Wine and Food Festival provides an evening of sampling food, fine wine and beer from Montana and surrounding areas. It features over 100 wines, beers, and other beverages to sample in a complimentary wine glass. Sampling begins at 6:00pm and dancing is from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Must be 21 years of ag... | |
| 03/03/12-03/04/12 | Snowboard Jam Missoula 406-549-9777 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.... | |
| 03/03/12 | Rendezvous 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.
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| 03/03/12 | SNOW Bus 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.... | |
| 03/04/12-03/06/12 | Special 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 500 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches for three days of winter sports competition at The Whitefish Mountain Resort in Whitefish. Under the guidance of hundreds of volunteer coaches, ... | |
| 03/08/12-03/11/12 | Annual Early Music Festival Helena 406-933-5246 Four evenings of Baroque music with nationally known guest artists and Montana Early Music Ensembles. Saturday concerts are A Venetian Coronation, 1595 -- a re-creation of the grand mass celebrating the election of Mario Grimani as Doge (Duke) of the Most Serene Republic of Venice.
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| 03/08/12-03/11/12 | World Snowmobile Expo West Yellowstone 406-646-7701 West Yellowstone's World Snowmobile EXPO combines great snowmobile racing with a 'First Look' at the upcoming season's new snowmobiles and products. The Sno West MWR 'Best of the Best' snocross race attracts racers from all over the Snowbelt. Special kids 120 class races are a spectator hit while ... | |
| 03/09/12-03/11/12 | Cabin Fever Gun Show Bozeman 406-580-5458 Cabin Fever Gun Show offers western collectibles, rifles, six shooters, wildlife and western art, antiques, and over 300 booths. All items for sale or trade. Collectors and dealers are from all over the US.... | |
| 03/09/12-03/11/12 | National Finals Ski Joring Races Red Lodge 406-446-3232 It's that time again ... THE NATIONAL FINALS SKI-JORING RACES will take place, in Red Lodge. It's WINTER FUN ... WESTERN STYLE, and we're hoping that you will join us!
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| 03/10/12 | Annual St. Patrick's Race Anaconda 406-560-0171 The Annual St. Patrick's Race is held the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day. Choose from 3- or 6-mile race, bused west of town. Fast downhill course. Buses (ten) leave at 10:00 am from LockerRoom Bar. Drinks and food available. $20.00 entry fee includes T-shirt. The cost is $20 for pre-registration... | |
| 03/10/12-03/11/12 | Rocky Mountain Arts & Crafts Festival Billings 406-696-6585 The Rocky Mountain Arts & Crafts Festival has become an event you won't want to miss. The perfect way to perk up your spring, you will find everything from photographs and prints, to candles, candy and handmade furniture crafts.
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| 03/10/12 | Irish Fair Libby 406-293-6407 Libby's Irish Fair is an annual event. Raffles, free entertainment and craft show will be from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Concert tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.
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| 03/10/12 | Montana SnowRodeo Marysville 406-449-3746 PRCA, NRA & EPB Cowboys and Cowgirls will participate in a series of hilarious rodeo events on skis and snowboards. Events 11:00am - 4:00pm. BBQ on the deck. Live country band and dance 6:00pm to 10:00pm.
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| 03/10/12 | Moonlight Dine and Ski Whitefish 877-754-3474 Join us for an evening of fantastic cuisine and winter adventure. Watch the moon rise from the summit, feast on delicious dishes, top it off with some dessert, then click into your bindings and ski or snowboard down the mountain by moonlight. Or, for guests who prefer, climb aboard the Big Mountai... | |
| 03/10/12-03/11/12 | Nate Chute Hawaiian Classic Whitefish 406-862-2900 This is a snowboard competition held in memory of Nate Chute, and has turned into one of the most prolific events in the Northwest. Nate was a well known snowboarder from Whitefish, who took his own young life. Now, many of his friends come back to Whitefish from all over the west coast to participa... | |
| 03/11/12 | Duggan Dolan Blarney Stone Fun Run Butte 406-723-3239 The Duggan Dolan Blarney Stone Run begins and ends at Knights of Columbus Hall at 224 West Park Street. Races for kids, 5K for adults and walkers race. Admission fees to be announced. Following the race, the Gathering of the Clans is also held in the Knights of Columbus Hall. Free admission. Musica... | |
| 03/14/12-03/18/12 | Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show Great Falls 406-453-2990 The Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show is an annual event held the third Wednesday in March of each year. Opening on Wednesday evening at 7:00pm with Preview Night, which is our reception and awards presentation. Show hours are from 10:00am to 10:00 pm Thursday through Saturday and 11:0... | |
| 03/14/12-03/17/12 | Western Masters Art Show and Sale Great Falls 406-781-0550 Western Masters Art Show and Sale is a four-day fine art exhibition held at the Best Western Heritage Inn in Great Falls, Montana. Since the opening of the Heritage Inn 40 years ago, artists have annually exhibited their work in hotel rooms that have been emptied of furniture, creating a studio sett... | |
| 03/15/12-03/18/12 | Jay Contway and Friends Art Show Great Falls 406-452-7647 Jay Contway and Friends Art Show brings together professional artists of many mediums. The exhibit offers a large selection of bronze sculpture depicting subjects from western to contemporary themes. Paintings include oil, pastel, watercolor and pen & ink. In addition to these traditional art for... | |
| 03/15/12-03/17/12 | March In Montana Great Falls 307-421-1825 The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction group, in association with Monitou Galleries, present the Annual March in Montana dealer show and auction.
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| 03/15/12-03/17/12 | The Russell: The Sale to Benefit the CM Russell Museum Great Falls 406-727-8787 The Russell: The Sale to Benefit the CM Russell Museum
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| 03/15/12 | Visions of the Past at the Western Heritage Art Show Great Falls 406-727-8733 In conjunction with the Western Heritage Artists show and sale, come out to the Great Falls Holiday Inn to learn more about traditional art.
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| 03/16/12-03/17/12 | St. Patrick's Day Events Butte 800-735-6814 Friendly Sons of St. Patrick's Banquet
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| 03/16/12-03/17/12 | Eastern 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'!
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| 03/16/12-03/17/12 | Northeast Montana Farm Expo Plentywood 406-765-1480 Each year KATQ Radio sponsors its annual Farm Expo, bringing in agricultural exhibits from Montana, various other northern states and Canada. Educational seminars daily. Friday morning join us for the Farm and Ranch Appreciation Breakfast. The Friday night's banquet includes a featured guest speaker... | |
| 03/17/12 | Quick Draw & Art Auction Absarokee 406-328-4583 Quick Draw & Art Auction will be held in the Absarokee High School gymnasium. An evening of art, music and fun awaits those who venture to Absarokee!... | |
| 03/17/12-03/18/12 | Legends of the Wulf Nordic Ski Race Anaconda 406-560-6060 The Mile High Nordic Ski Education Foundation will host the Montana Nordic Cup and Legends of the Wulf on March 17 and 18, 2012 at the Mount Haggin Nordic Ski Trails.
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| 03/17/12 | St Patrick's Day Parade Anaconda 406-563-2400 A parade featuring the towns citizens and businesses showing their St. Patrick's day spirit. The Hibernian pipes and drums, a local bag pipe band are the featured attraction of the parade, which consists of floats and marchers from throughout the area. The featured event in the parade is the Irish W... | |
| 03/17/12 | Dirtbag Day/Dirtbag Ball Big Sky 406-995-5765 Big Sky's most historic event is accompanied by crazy costumes, Dirt Bag parade, Powder 8 competition and capped off with the Dirt Bag Ball at the Cinnamon Lodge with the Dirt Bag King and Queen coronation.... | |
| 03/17/12 | Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Celtic Celebration Billings 406-252-3610 Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with authentic Celtic fiddle music from one of the hottest musicians on the contemporary music scene. Combined with Gaelic vocal pieces performed by the chorus, you'll feel you've traveled to the lush Emerald Isle and leave this concert wanting more.
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| 03/17/12 | Pinhead Classic Bozeman 800-223-9609 A crazy & zany costume race for Telemark skiers. Prizes for everything but fastest time. This year's theme is Gangsters and Flappers. Entry Fee is $30 which includes dinner, beer and commemorative pint glass.
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| 03/17/12 | St. Patrick's Day Parade Kalispell 406-758-2800 Join the fun and be sure to wear green and watch for leprechauns!... | |
| 03/22/12-03/25/12 | Wayne Estes Basketball Tournament Anaconda 406-563-2400 Wayne Estes Basketball Tournament is an annual event, consisting of approximately 120 teams, held at 5 gyms in Anaconda and at the Anaconda Job Corp. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, this event brings approximately 4,000 people to Anaconda from various states, even as far away as Alaska. Featu... | |
| 03/23/12-03/24/12 | Made in Montana Marketplace Great Falls 406-455-8510 The Marketplace showcases the largest assortment of gourmet and specialty foods and drink, jewelry, clothing, furniture, home decor, souvenirs, photography, art and fine handcrafts - all made right here in Montana. 2012 marks the 28th anniversary of the Made in Montana program and the 14th Marketpla... | |
| 03/23/12-03/24/12 | Montana Park Riders RoundUp Marysville 406-449-3746 Montana Park Riders RoundUp is a championship event for terrain park skiers and riders from all over Montana and beyond. Slopestyle, Rail Jam, Big Air and X Course. Events are from 11:00am - 3:00pm both days. Live music on the deck in the afternoons. Lots of prizes and gifts. Montana's #1 Park Rider... | |
| 03/23/12-03/25/12 | Lion's Club Basketball Tournament Plentywood 406-765-1803 Lion's Club Basketball Tournament is a youth basketball tournament for 4th through 8th grade - boys and girls. Open to anyone interested in basketball and a good time!... | |
| 03/24/12-03/25/12 | SWMBIA Home Expo Bozeman 406-585-8181 The Southwest Montana Building Industry Association (SWMBIA) is a Bozeman-based trade association representing nearly 11,000 residential home building and remodeling industry members.
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| 03/24/12 | Tacky Attire Neihart 800-433-0022 Tacky Attire at Showdown is quite the spectacle to see. All sorts of people try to create the tackiest outfit and ski around the mountain. Strange things happen when skiers dress up as anything but skiers, and it is not an event to miss. Dress us any way you want, prizes given to entries.... | |
| 03/25/12 | North Dakota Downhill Missoula 406-549-9777 The North Dakota Downhill is a speed and glide contest on the North Dakota Downhill trail. It is a fun laid-back event where wax choice can make the difference.... | |
| 03/30/12-03/31/12 | Stillwater County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo Columbus 406-322-4505 The Stillwater County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo is open to the public. A trade show featuring the business.
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| 03/30/12-04/01/12 | Annual Home & Garden Show & Sale Great Falls 406-452-4663 Montana's largest Home & Garden Show and Sale! This annual sales event features over 300 exhibitor booths covering 80,000 square feet. See hundreds of products for your home and yard. Talk with builders about your remodeling or construction plans. Talk with landscapers about outdoor projects. Purcha... | |
| 03/30/12-04/01/12 | Creston Auction and Country Fair Kalispell 406-250-7396 Friday, March 30, is Consignment Day. We sell your items for you! Merchandise will be accepted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the sale grounds in Creston. All proceeds continue to fund our new firefighter training facility. The Creston Fire Department aims to complete the project without using tax dollars... | |
| 03/30/12-04/01/12 | Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Spring Gun Show Kalispell 406-897-2989 Large display of guns, antique, and modern and accessories for sale. Custom western jewelry, knives, and art.... | |
| 03/31/12 | 28th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show Helena 406-449-7801 The Annual Spring Art & Craft Show has over 80 Montana juried artists and craftsmen from the northwest exhibit at this event. Handmade items for your home and garden are available to purchase. Listed in Sunshine Artist as one of Montana's best spring shows.
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| 03/31/12 | Whitefish Pole, Pedal, Paddle Triathlon Whitefish 406-862-2911 Whitefish Pole, Pedal, Paddle Triathlon
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| 04/01/12 | Easter Egg Hunt at ZooMontana Billings 406-652-8100 ZooMontana has partnered up with the Make a Wish Foundation for Easter! Join the walk to raise funds for a great organization, then swing y the zoo for a good ol' fashioned Easter Egg Hunt!
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| 04/06/12-04/07/12 | American Indian Council of MSU Pow-Wow Bozeman 406-994-3751 Pow-wows are an important contemporary expression of American Indian heritage. A pow-wow is a Native American festival featuring traditional dancing, drumming and singing and traditional foods and arts and crafts. Various kinds of honor ceremonies and other spiritual ceremonies also form a part of... | |
| 04/07/12 | Ennis Lions Easter Egg Hunt Ennis 406-682-7023 The Ennis Lions Club sponsors an annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages up to 12 years on the Saturday before Easter at the Ennis Lions Park. Hunt starts at 11:00am.... | |
| 04/07/12 | Mannequin Jumping Neihart 800-433-0022 It's a Ninja Turtle riding a pinto! It's a couch potato getting the 'best air' in his pop-up recliner! It's 'Lena' with a new hair-do and a sequined snowsuit! It's the Showdown Montana Mannequin Jump where you can build your own jumper or just come to watch. It's fun!
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| 04/07/12 | Pond Skim Whitefish 406-862-2900 The competition is open to all competitors 21-years and older. The pond skimming celebrates the wacky feeling of spring and the end of the ski season. Participants must have skis or snowboards appropriately worn (normally mounted) as they attempt to cross an 80+ foot pond. Costumes are recommended a... | |
| 04/12/12-04/15/12 | MSU Spring Rodeo Bozeman 406-994-2403 The MSU Spring Rodeo, hosted by MSU, is held inside the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. Cowboys and cowgirls from the Big Sky Region will be competing for the honor of going to the college finals in Casper, Wyoming. Ten schools will be on hand for the event. These schools include: Montana State, Univers... | |
| 04/13/12-07/14/12 | Spring Fling Home and Garden Expo Glendive 406-377-5601 The Spring Fling Home and Garden Expo features exhibit booths of merchandise for home remodeling and restoration, lawn and garden equipment and arts and crafts. Also featured are related seminars.... | |
| 04/13/12-04/14/12 | Springfest Auction Miles City 406-234-3850 Springfest Auction is a two day event offering food, fun, silent and oral auctions and dancing. This event is the main fundraiser for Sacred Heart School in Miles City.
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| 04/14/12 | Spring Run-Off Big Sky 800-548-4486 Spring Run-Off is back by popular demand. Big Sky Resort will once again design a 100-foot pond filled with water that skiers and snowboarders will navigate and skim across or in some cases, directly into. Great fun for an end of the season event that will also feature live music, drink and food s... | |
| 04/14/12 | Rimrock Opera: OperaFest Billings 406-671-2214 Rimrock Opera presents its annual spring fundraiser, OperaFest, scheduled for Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Yellowstone Country Club, 5707 Bobby Jones Blvd. in Billings, Mont. OperaFest offers an upscale silent auction, fine dining, music and a delightful evening of live opera entertainment.
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| 04/14/12 | Run for the Trees Missoula 406-721-7275 Celebrate Arbor Month at the annual Run for the Trees featuring a 5K fun run and 5K walk for all ages. Participants receive a t-shirt and a free seedling to plant. Gift certificates, door prizes and more! The course highlights the Ron MacDonald Riverfront Trail System. Visit the website www.runforth... | |
| 04/20/12 | Taste of Bigfork Bigfork 406-837-5888 Bigfork's finest restaurants participate in a dine-around afternoon with great music and venues. Wonderful wines, desserts and entrees at 9 venues representing 18 chefs. This is Bigfork's premier spring event! Taste of Bigfork is a benefit for Habitat for Humanity and the Bigfork Area Chamber.... | |
| 04/20/12 | Polson Fairground's Banquet and Cowboy Ball Polson 406-883-1100 Polson Fairground's Banquet and Cowboy Ball is a fun-filled evening consisting of a great Baron of Beef dinner, live and silent auction and dancing to a live western band. Social hour begins at 6:00pm with dinner at 7:00pm followed by the auction and dancing.... | |
| 04/21/12 | Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Season Finale Billings 406-252-3610 The Billings Symphony's 2011 - 2012 season subscription series concludes on April 21 with the Season Finale. This heart-pounding encoring features a Marimba Concerto and Tchaikovsky's symphony No.5... | |
| 04/21/12 | Junior Ranger Day Deer Lodge 406-846-2070 The park is celebrating Junior Ranger Day. The park will have the Junior Rancher Booklet. There will be tours, walks, kids activities, ranch programs and prizes.... | |
| 04/21/12 | GrizzlyMan Adventure Race Greenough 406-396-3162 The 5th Annual GrizzlyMan Adventure Race and Black Bear Challenge, brought to you by The Rocky Mountaineers, is scheduled for Saturday, April 21, 2012!
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| 04/21/12-10/20/12 | Kalispell 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... | |
| 04/22/12 | Ice Breaker Road Race Great Falls 406-771-1265 The Ice Breaker Road Race is one of the premier running events of the state. The race has been named one of the top 100 road races in the country by Runner's World Magazine. Geared toward both families as well as experienced and elite runners, it offers a 5 mile race, 3 mile run and a 1 mile run/wa... | |
| 04/22/12 | Museum Sunday Sampler Great Falls 406-727-8733 The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center presents special programming as part of the annual Museums Sunday Sampler program with other members of the Great Falls Museums Consortium from Noon - 5pm. Other venues participating include Children's Museum of Montana, C.M. Russell Museum, Galerie Trinitas,... | |
| 04/25/12-04/29/12 | Rimrock Opera: The Crucible Billings 406-671-2214 The Crucible takes place during the 1692 Salem witch trials. Several women and men in the town are accused of witchcraft by a group of young girls led by Abigail Williams. Her jealousy of John Proctor's wife, Elizabeth, leads Abigail to accuse Elizabeth of witchcraft. John himself is eventually accu... | |
| 04/27/12-04/28/12 | Annual Montana Storytelling Roundup Cut Bank 406-873-0276 Do you want to be frightened? titillated? entertained? amused? diverted? pleasured? distracted? Come to the Annual Montana Storytelling Roundup at Cut Bank, Montana - Montana's only storytelling festival. Let us entertain you with cowboy poetry, ghost stories, folk music, Indian storytelling, art, h... | |
| 04/27/12-04/29/12 | David Thompson Black Powder Shoot & Rendezvous Eureka 406-882-4691 David Thompson Black Powder Shoot & Rendezvous - Step back into the early 1800's and visit the David Thompson Rendezvous. Competitions include muzzle loading, rifle and pistol shooting, knife and tomahawk throwing and other primitive events. Fun for all ages to compete or watch this unique event. ... | |
| 04/27/12-04/29/12 | Rendezvous Days Eureka 406-889-4636 The Annual Rendezvous Days is an annual spring festival held in the Beautiful Northwest Montana town of Eureka. The Rendezvous features fun and activities for the whole family to celebrate the end of winter and the coming of spring.
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| 04/27/12-04/29/12 | Wine and Chef's Tasting Party Fort Benton 888-838-1882 Experience a fabulous 5 course Chef's Tasting Party paired with the perfect wine. Enjoy a relaxing dinner in the beautifully restored Union Grille Restaurant over looking the Missouri River.
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| 04/27/12-04/28/12 | Annual Makoshika Quilt Festival Glendive 406-377-5008 The Annual Makoshika Quilt Festival has over 300 entries including several entries from area high schools. Our featured quilters will be the Bigfork Bay Cotton Company from Bigfork, Montana. A lecture will be given by Traci Marvel on Thursday evening.
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| 04/27/12-04/28/12 | Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival Missoula 406-243-5071 The University of Montana's annual Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival is a celebration of jazz performance and education. Buddy DeFranco, a part-time resident of Whitefish, is widely regarded as 'the supreme virtuoso of (the clarinet) and an innovator who defies category and time'. (Ted Panken, Downbeat M... | |
| 04/28/12 | Great Falls Policeman's Ball Great Falls 406-452-1177 The primary fundraiser for the Foundation is the Policeman's Ball. This Annual fundraising ball will be held at the Meadowlark Country Club.
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| 04/28/12-12/15/12 | Helena Farmers Market Helena 406-449-7446 Helena Farmer's Market has become the Saturday morning event for the local community for over 38 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... | |
| 04/28/12 | Annual Railroad Swap Meet Livingston 406-222-2300 The Annual Railroad Swap Meet includes tables of railroad equipment, antiques and collectibles. A model train will be running.... | |
| 04/28/12-04/29/12 | Quilt Keepers n' Garden Tenders Thompson Falls 406-826-1462 Flatiron Quilting Guild invites you at our annual Flatiron Quilt Show: Quilt Keepers n' Garden Tenders. This is one of the largest quilt shows in northwest Montana with over 200 entries on display and some for sale. It is a judged quilt show with special ribbons. There will be a beautiful quilted qu... | |
| 04/29/12 | Annual Helena Railroad Fair Helena 406-443-1578 32nd Annual Helena Railroad Fair is the largest railroad hobby event in Montana and the Northern Rockies. Railroad hobbyists from throughout the country will gather at the Helena Civic Center for the Annual Helena Railroad Fair. This years' fair showcases vendors and exhibitors from the Pacific Nort... | |
| 04/29/12-06/17/12 | Western Art Roundup & Quick Draw Miles City 406-234-0635 The Western Art Roundup Exhibit, including an artist Quick Draw and Auction, coincides with the world famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale and features "Western and Tribal" genre. This group showing will range from traditional to contemporary art forms. A Quick Draw and Auction will take place in Ri... | |
| 05/01/12-05/30/12 | Montana Watercolor Society Members Show Lewistown 406-265-6752 Montana Watercolor Society Members from Montana and the nation send their work to this Open Membership Show which highlights the best in watermedia paintings with a wide range of diversity and excellence. An opening reception and watercolor workshop are held in conjunction with the show. Three cash ... | |
| 05/02/12-09/26/12 | Farmer's Market Eureka 406-889-4636 Eureka's Farmer's Market offers local produce, bedding plants, baked goods, arts and crafts. Buy direct from grower, artist or crafter and support our local economy!... | |
| 05/03/12-10/04/12 | Butte Art Walk Butte 406-782-5217 The Butte 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 galleries for one night a month during the summer. Local businesses also participate ... | |
| 05/04/12 | Artwalk Billings - May Billings 406-259-6563 Galleries host Artwalk Downtown Billings, 5-9pm. Local and regional artists on hand to show new works. Refreshments served. Maps available at the galleries. Bus transportation available. www.artwalkbillings.com... | |
| 05/04/12 | Magic City Singers - Decades of Favorites Billings 406-256-9115 Magic City Singers - From LPs to iTunes: Decades of Favorites - This year's show is sure to entertain everyone in the family with memorable hits from each decade starting with the Roaring 20's through present day. Enjoy selections made famous by artists such as Glenn Miller, Elvis, the Beatles, ABBA... | |
| 05/04/12-05/06/12 | PBR NILE Invitational Weekend Billings 406-256-2495 Eight seconds doesn't sound like much, until you imagine eight seconds strapped to a 2,000-pound bull with an attitude! It's the original 'extreme' sport, and it's coming to Billings in the form of the PBR NILE Invitational in the Metra arena.
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| 05/04/12-05/20/12 | The Heron Players Spring Performance Heron 877-328-7659 The Heron Players will do "Raul and Rosa's Place". They have been providing support for the Heron Community Center, a non-profit organization run solely by volunteers, by putting on a dinner/theater each year. They are presented on Friday and Saturday the 1st, 2nd and 3rd weekends in May with a Sund... | |
| 05/04/12-05/05/12 | Meet Me In Missoula Missoula 406-541-0860 Early in May a remarkable number of cultural events will be enjoyed in Missoula.
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| 05/04/12-10/19/12 | Polson Farmers Market Polson 406-546-0749 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.... | |
| 05/04/12-10/05/12 | Whitefish 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. Many galleries and shops stay open late exhibiting a wide variety of local and regional artists. Enjoy an all around wonderful evening on the town.... | |
| 05/05/12-10/20/12 | Bigfork Farmers Market Cooperative Bigfork 406-755-0650 Bigfork Farmers Market Cooperative provides a venue for local gardeners, ranchers, crafters, artists, bakers and cooks and greenhouses to sell and consumers to purchase locally grown, prepared, designed and manufactured items. All vendors provide either Made in Montana or Grown in Montana products f... | |
| 05/05/12 | Cruisin' The Drag Great Falls 800-821-8422 Cruisin' The Drag is a Family Fun Day in downtown Great Falls, brought to you by 92Cool and Bennett Motors!
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| 05/05/12-05/06/12 | Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Spring Show Kalispell 406-881-4288 Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead host our indoor Spring Show. Local fine artists and crafters display and sell their work. You will find one of a kind baskets, beads and birdhouses, candles, carving and crochet, fabric crafts and holiday specialties, jewelry, leatherwork and paintings, fine ... | |
| 05/05/12-05/12/12 | 35th International Wildlife Film Festival Missoula 406-728-9380 The annual International Wildlife Film Festival kicks off with WildFest and WildWalk in Downtown Missoula and Caras Park. Don't miss an unforgettable eight days of award winning wildlife films at the Wilma Theatre day and night and a stellar line up of filmmaker presentations with events at the Roxy... | |
| 05/05/12-10/27/12 | Clark Fork River Market Missoula 406-396-0593 The Clark Fork Market is a festive weekly market. The market offers a wide variety of local products from western Montana farmers, ranchers, artisans and chefs. Products available include vegetables, fruits, mushrooms, honey, jams, salsa, sauces, nursery plants, cut flowers, fish, beef, poultry, bis... | |
| 05/05/12-10/20/12 | Missoula Saturday Market Missoula 406-830-3216 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... | |
| 05/06/12 | Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 14th Anniversary Great Falls 406-727-8733 An afternoon of family-oriented activities mark the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center's anniversary from Noon - 5pm. The Lewis and Clark Honor Guard portray daily life of the Expedition, while Interpretive Center staff present special programs throughout the afternoon. Activities are made possible... | |
| 05/07/12-10/13/12 | Hamilton Farmers Market Hamilton 406-961-0004 Hamilton Farmers Market in Hamilton offers locally grown organic produce, Montana fruit, locally baked goods and sandwiches and local handmade arts and crafts. Now accepting SNAP(EBT) cards and credit card purchases.
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| 05/10/12-10/04/12 | Libby 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... | |
| 05/11/12-05/12/12 | Dinner Theater in Belt Belt 406-781-4489 To be announced after selection. Please call for information.... | |
| 05/11/12-05/13/12 | KXLF TV May Fair Butte 406-496-8400 KXLF's TV May Fair has become a tradition Mother's Day weekend at the Butte Civic Center. This trade fair includes exhibitors from a wide variety of categories from specialty products, computers, home improvements, recreational vehicles, education, retirement living, boat home furnishings and many m... | |
| 05/11/12-08/19/12 | Sunset Drive In Theatre Plentywood 406-765-2078 Sunset Drive In Theatre is an outdoor movie theatre, one of six left in Montana. Located in northeast Montana one mile east of Plentywood.... | |
| 05/12/12 | 31th Annual Montana Women's Run Billings 406-255-8488 Montana Women's Run The Montana Women's Run is held annually on the Saturday before Mother's Day in celebration of the mutual pursuit of health and fitness. This is one of Montana's premier events for women and draws a crowd of almost 8,000 participants every spring. Most of the participants are wal... | |
| 05/12/12-08/05/12 | Western Montana Quarter Horse Association Horse Show Corvallis 406-239-3822 The Western Montana Quarter Horse Association Horse Shows, sanctioned by the American Quarter Horse Association, involving contestants from five states and Canada. Show Bucks will be awarded.
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| 05/12/12 | Bonnie City Blues & Brews Glasgow 406-228-2222 Bonnie City Blues & Brews features 3 bands with the Clumsy Lovers as the headline band. Presale tickets are $35 and $40 at the door. Tickets includes all you can eat/drink, plus listen to 3 great bands.... | |
| 05/12/12 | Great Falls Bike Club's Belt Creek Road Race Great Falls 406-761-7021 The Great Falls Bike Club will hold it's annual Smith River Bicycle Race. The one-day, two-stage event is comprised of a time-trial and a road race, and is open to riders of all ages and abilities.
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| 05/12/12 | Don't Fence Me In Run Trail Run Helena 406-442-0490 The Don't Fence Me In Trail Run is hosted by Prickly Pear Land Trust. This event consists of a 30k, 12k, 5k, and a 5k dog walk and is fun for the whole family. The runs take you on a tour of Helena's beloved South Hills trail system and boast great views of the Helena Valley. Participants are ask... | |
| 05/12/12-05/13/12 | STOKR - Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River Libby 406-293-2441 STOKR (The Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River) is a 2-day bicycle tour that benefits Habitat for Humanity. Riders choose between a 45 mile or 98 mile ride for the first day. Day 2 is a 38 mile loop. All rides begin and end at the Chamber of Commerce in Libby.
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| 05/12/12 | Bike For Shelter Missoula 406-549-0058 Join us Saturday, May 12th for a beautiful family bike ride, barbecue & games!
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| 05/12/12 | Montana Hope - Kruz 4 Kids Missoula 406-728-0611 Montana Hope - Kruz 4 Kids Burgers, Brats & Burnouts: Display your ride 12:00 noon Saturday, followed by barbecue & Burnouts. Bring your Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Motorcycles, Corvettes, and Classics. Smoke your own tires.
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| 05/12/12 | International Migratory Bird Day Moiese 406-644-2211 ext 207 International Migratory Bird Day is a yearly event conducted to make people aware of birds. This year's theme, which helps celebrate IMBD's 20th anniversary on May 12, 2012 is "Connecting People to Bird Conservation" and will focus on 20 ways people may help preserve birds every day. The public can ... | |
| 05/13/12-12/15/12 | Charlie Russell Chew-Choo Lewistown 866-912-3980 The Charlie Russell Chew Choo is 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.
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| 05/14/12-05/19/12 | MSU-Billings Wine and Food Festival Billings 888-430-6782 The MSU-Billings Wine and Food Festival features domestic wine-masters and premier wines from around the world for tasting and auction. This festival week begins with a Guest Chef Dinner followed by a Iron Chef competition. Throughout the week four cooking schools conducted by local and regional che... | |
| 05/15/12-05/18/12 | Special Olympics Summer Games Billings 800-242-6876 The State Summer Special Olympic Games where more than 1,000 Special Olympics athletes gather from across the state. Athletic events include track and field, gymnastics, aquatics, cycling, equestrian, bowling, bocce, powerlifting, golf, kayaking, and soccer. Most events also feature Unified Sports, ... | |
| 05/15/12-10/30/12 | Darby 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... | |
| 05/16/12-08/29/12 | Alive @ Five Helena 406-447-1535 Alive @ Five Summer Series
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| 05/17/12-05/20/12 | Miles City Bucking Horse Sale Miles City 406-874-2825 There are rodeos and then there are rodeos. The World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale is in a category by itself. In fact, many rodeos have their roots right here in Miles City, as the Bucking Horse Sale annually debuts some of the finest bucking stock seen on the continent. Held the third full... | |
| 05/18/12-10/22/12 | Photographers 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 printing... | |
| 05/18/12-05/20/12 | Fort Benton Spring Classic Fishing Derby Fort Benton 406-621-5592 The annual Fort Benton Spring Classic Fishing Derby has categories for both adults and children. This event is fun and exciting for all ages, filled with prizes and cash. Come to historic Fort Benton and enjoy some of the best fishing on the Missouri River and the Marias River. Mandatory meeting at ... | |
| 05/18/12 | Fur Ball at Chico Hot Springs Livingston 406-222-1313 Stafford Animal Shelter's Annual Fur Ball is the third Friday of every May at Chico Hot Springs and all are welcome. Enjoy food, wine and beer from around the world and get great deals on a plethora of auction items including local art, crafts and jewelry while supporting the local animal shelter. P... | |
| 05/19/12 | Geranium Fest Billings 406-652-8100 Rows and rows of various colors of Geraniums, as well as Montana-native, water-wise perennial and unique plants for sale will be what is "growing" on at ZooMontana in Billings on May 19th from 10am - 4pm. GeraniumFest is an annual fundraiser for the Zoo's Botanical Gardens. This event is free to th... | |
| 05/19/12 | Taste of Haven Bozeman 406-586-7689 Join HAVEN staff, board members and community supporters at The Emerson Cultural Center for A Taste of HAVEN. Celebrate 33 years of HAVEN services with a tasting of America's best wines and food from Bozeman's finest caterers. All proceeds benefit Haven Services to victims of domestic violence in Ga... | |
| 05/19/12 | Montana Territorial Ball Helena 406-431-3288 The Montana Territorial Ball featuring live music. Victorian style ball with period dress and dances. Dances will be called by Rob Cummings. Period dress required.
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| 05/19/12-05/20/12 | Koocanusa Resort Salmon & Trout Derby Libby 406-293-7474 Koocanusa Resort & Marina's Annual Salmon & Trout Derby is a great way to experience Montana. 23 miles form Libby on Lake Koocanusa is Koocanusa Resort & Marina. There are camping facilities, cabins, boat rentals, a restaurant & lounge, gift shop and much more. Fishermen and women come from all o... | |
| 05/19/12-10/27/12 | Miles City Farmers Market Miles City 406-234-1639 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 and Saturday instead, until the last Saturday in October. Open from 8:00am until noon in Riverside Park, Farmers Market offers fr... | |
| 05/21/12-06/28/12 | Big Horn Undercover Gals Quilt Show Hardin 406-665-2737 Big Horn Undercover Gals Quilt Show will be held in the Big Horn County Library and will offer the public a more comfortable setting in which to enjoy more quilts than ever. The show will feature machine and hand quilted items, antique quilts and novelty items. There may be some items up for sale. Q... | |
| 05/23/12 | National Bison Range 104th Birthday Moiese 406-644-2211 ext 207 The National Bison Range was established on May 23, 1908 and we will celebrate its 104th birthday this year! Activities include the waiving of fees for all the scenic drives, trivia contests, historical displays, free posters and coloring pages for children.... | |
| 05/25/12-05/27/12 | Arabian and All Breed Open Horse Show Billings 406-252-5246 The Arabian and All Breed Open Horse Show has been an annual event in Billings for over 37 years with competitors from a five state region as well as Canada. Competition will include all types of classes from side saddle to native costume as well as English and Western classes. The show draws all br... | |
| 05/25/12-09/22/12 | Gilbert Brewery - The Brewery Follies Virginia City 800-829-2969 ext 3 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.
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| 05/25/12-09/01/12 | Lewis 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, Thursday and Friday evening. The program topics are educational, fun and interesting.
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| 05/26/12-05/27/12 | Bigfork Whitewater Festival Bigfork 406-837-5888 The Bigfork Whitewater Festival involves international kayak racing on the 'Wild Mile' of the Swan River that runs through Bigfork. At the height of spring runoff, the 'Wild Mile' is considered a Class V whitewater. The event draws over 200 competitors along with several thousand spectators. There a... | |
| 05/26/12-09/29/12 | Farmers 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 ... | |
| 05/26/12-05/28/12 | Black Powder Shoot Havre 406-265-2483 This is the annual spring Black Powder Shoot, with shooters of all ages competing in numerous match events. Tomahawk and knife throwing competitions and a pancake race are part of the fun. Primitive dress is encouraged, but not required and camping is available. A long range black powder cartridge e... | |
| 05/26/12-10/27/12 | Living History Program Nevada City Open Air Museum Nevada City 800-829-2969 Relive the excitement of the Gold Rush era in Montana. Living History Program - Stepping into Montana's Past
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| 05/26/12-05/27/12 | Loon & Fish Festival Seeley Lake 406-677-0717 On Memorial Day weekend, Seeley Lake will welcome summer's arrival with a unique 2 day community event centered at Seeley Lake Elementary School. There will be a wide variety of art sales and demonstrations, wildlife programs and children's activities will take place.
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| 05/26/12-05/28/12 | St. Regis Annual Flea Market St Regis 406-649-1304 St. Regis hosts Montana's largest Flea Market on Memorial Day Weekend with spacious lots in the Community Park with nearly 200 vendors. As always a huge turn out is expected with great buys and great fun. Ample parking is available in our 150-car parking lot. We have 24x20 outdoor spaces and 10x10 c... | |
| 05/26/12 | Spring Horseback Poker Ride Virginia City 800-829-2969 Saddle up the horses and put on your poker face for the Annual Spring Horseback Poker Ride in Virginia City. This year's poker ride is sponsored by the Virginia City Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration is at the Bale of Hay Saloon from 8:30am to 10:00am. Admission fee is $15.00 per rider. First ... | |
| 05/26/12 | Summer Kick-Off Parade Virginia City 800-829-2969 Don't miss the Summer Kick-Off Parade starting at 1:30pm. The parade will run from the Opera House, travel down Wallace Street in Virginia City and make a return trip back to the Opera House. Everyone is invited to participate. All float entries should meet at the Opera House by 1:00pm.
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| 05/28/12 | Crazy Mountain Museum Festival Big Timber 406-932-5126 The Crazy Mountain Museum opens for the summer season with a Memorial Day festival celebration. Activities include music, entertainment, exhibits, raffles, food and the first opportunity to view the new season's exhibits.... | |
| 05/28/12-09/30/12 | Lewis & Clark Montana Native Plants Big Timber 406-932-5126 Lewis & Clark Montana Native Plants at the Crazy Mountain Museum celebrates the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
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| 05/28/12 | Memorial Day Events Bozeman 406-624-6526 Memorial Day Events include:
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| 05/28/12-09/03/12 | Fort Peck Summer Theatre Fort Peck 406-228-9216 The Fort Peck Theatre was built in 1934 as a temporary solution to entertaining the people who came to work in Fort Peck during the construction of one of the world's largest earth filled dams. In the late 1960's fearing that the Theatre would be destroyed, as were many of the town's original buildi... | |
| 05/29/12-09/25/12 | Whitefish Downtown Farmers' Market Whitefish 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.
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| 06/01/12-06/02/12 | Dillon Expo Trade Show Dillon 800-386-3156 The 15th annual Dillon EXPO Tradeshow showcases many businesses, organizations and services that are available in southwest Montana. Featuring free admission, door prizes and frequent demonstrations, bring the whole family. This event is sponsored by the Dillon Tribune and KDBM / KBEV Radio in Dill... | |
| 06/01/12-08/31/12 | Great Falls of the Missouri River Park Ranger Hour Great Falls 406-727-1212 A park ranger will present a short program interpreting the history of the waterfalls in the Ryan Island picnic area. Maps and brochures will be available and all questions will be answered. No fee. The program will take place on Ryan Island which is located below Ryan Dam and the Great Falls of the... | |
| 06/01/12 | Texaco Country Music Showdown Malta 406-654-2472 Enjoy country music under the Big Montana Sky at Trafton Park Arena in Malta. Talented vocalists from the hi-line across Montana and even Canada will compete for prizes and an opportunity to move on in state and national competitions sponsored by Texaco. This evening entertainment is sponsored loc... | |
| 06/01/12-06/02/12 | Old School House Rock Car Show Superior 406-240-2003 The Old Schoolhouse Rock, a popular Car Show held in Superior, draws numerous participants and car lovers from all over the western states.
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| 06/02/12-06/03/12 | Baker Motocross Baker 406-778-2524 Timed motorcycle race over a closed course consisting of a winding dirt trail with hills, jumps, sharp turns, and often muddy terrain.
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| 06/02/12-08/25/12 | Bigfork 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.
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| 06/02/12 | Moss Mansion SpringFest Billings 406-256-5100 SpringFest, sponsored by the Moss Mansion Historic House Museum, is held on the park like grounds of the Moss Mansion, 914 Division Street. This annual event, formerly known as the Country Fair, features arts and crafts vendors, food concessions, and live entertainment. A kid's corner with carnival ... | |
| 06/02/12-06/03/12 | Powder River Buffalo Shoot Broadus 406-436-2270 Powder River Buffalo Shoot is always held Saturday and Sunday, the first weekend in June. Using a traditional single shot or lever action rifle, .375 or larger, five metal targets ranging from 250 to 1,000 yards are shot. Six shots are fired at each target, with one target being off-hand. Bring eno... | |
| 06/02/12-06/03/12 | Whoop-Up Days and Rhubarb Festival Conrad 406-271-7791 The Annual Whoop-Up Trail Days and newly added Rhubarb Festival will be held in Conrad. Activities begin Friday evening with a children's carnival and a Rodeo Calcutta. Saturday morning the Conrad Lions Club offer a free pancake breakfast. To work off those pancakes you can participate in the Ponde... | |
| 06/02/12-06/03/12 | Rock Creek Walleye Tournament on Fort Peck Fort Peck 406-653-1463 One of America's best walleye waters, sets the stage for an exciting event where big walleye over 10 pounds could be plentiful.
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| 06/02/12-09/01/12 | Black Eagle Falls Park Ranger Hour Great Falls 406-727-1212 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.
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| 06/02/12-09/29/12 | Great 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. Also in July there starts a Wednesday evening Market from 4:30 to 6:30pm. There's something for everyone whe... | |
| 06/02/12 | Spring Fling Hoop Thing Great Falls 406-268-6780 Universal Athletic Service's Spring Fling Hoop Thing is gearing up for its' annual event. This year's theme is Master the FUNdamentals.
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| 06/02/12 | Annual Car and Motorcycle Show Plentywood 406-765-1733 Annual Car Show has entrants from Montana, North Dakota and Canada. Vehicles are old and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Other categories include, stock, antique and heavily modified. Over 16 trophies awarded: best of show, gold, silver and bronze. Displayed for the public to view at no charge... | |
| 06/02/12-06/03/12 | Big Muddy Motorcycle Rally Plentywood 406-765-2810 Motorcycle Rally open to the public. Fun runs, live music, good food and lots of fun!... | |
| 06/02/12-06/10/12 | Red Lodge Music Festival Red Lodge 406-252-4599 The Red Lodge Music Festival is the oldest and most successful music festival in Montana serving more than 200 students annually and presenting live performances by 30 professional musicians to audiences which would not otherwise have access to such opportunities. What began in 1964 as a week-long ... | |
| 06/02/12 | Richey Vintage Car Show and Run Richey 406-773-5840 This is Richey's annual Vintage Car Show and Run featuring roadworthy cars 25 years or older. Registration fee is $20.00 per car entered, which permits the family to supper, drawings for the kids and adults and a cap. Car run involves a 175-mile circle tour from Richey, Highway 254 to Intersection H... | |
| 06/02/12-09/29/12 | Twin Bridges Farmers Market Twin Bridges 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... | |
| 06/03/12-09/02/12 | Rainbow Falls Park Ranger Hour Great Falls 406-727-1212 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.
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| 06/04/12-06/29/12 | Gary Spetz's Watercolor Workshops Lakeside 406-844-3816 Gary Spetz, NWS, artist/host of the PBS television series "Painting Wild Places" and "Watercolor Quest" will conduct a series of 5-day watercolor workshops on Montana's beautiful Flathead Lake, near Glacier National Park:
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| 06/04/12-06/06/12 | Montana Dinosaur Festival/Dancing with Dinos Malta 406-654-5300 Deemed to be "the best ever" the Great Plains Dinosaur Museum, invites everyone to Malta for a wild weekend of fun. Additional Friday events include a community open house at the GPDM with free admission and tours from 10AM - 4PM. Also Teddy Roosevelt will make a stop and entertain at the adjacent ... | |
| 06/05/12-09/25/12 | Bogert Farmers' Market Bozeman 406-539-0216 Bogert Farmers' Market has a quickly become Bozeman's premier summer event and it happens every week, starting in June and running all the way through September. This is an annual event and Bogert Park has played host to farmers markets for over 30 years. The Bogert Farmers' Market offers a wide v... | |
| 06/06/12-09/26/12 | Livingston Farmers Market Livingston 406-222-0730 Livingston 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 a... | |
| 06/06/12-08/29/12 | Out 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 mo... | |
| 06/07/12-08/30/12 | Alive After 5 Billings 406-259-5454 Alive After 5 is in its 7th year and is growing in size. There will be a total of 13 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.
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| 06/07/12-08/30/12 | Liberty County Farmers Market Chester 406-759-4848 The Liberty County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the Liberty 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.
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| 06/07/12-08/02/12 | Campfire Program Glendive 406-377-6256 Makoshika State Park's Campfire Program is conducted every other Thursday evening in the months of June and July. All ages are welcome to attend these programs, which are sponsored by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and Friends of Makoshika. The two-hour program presents guest speakers and groups to ... | |
| 06/07/12-08/02/12 | Youth Program Glendive 406-377-6256 Held weekly on Thursdays from the first week of June and culminating with a campout the first week of August, Makoshika's Youth Program provides educational and interpretive learning opportunities to local and visiting youth, with an emphasis on the nature, culture and history of eastern Montana. Th... | |
| 06/07/12-08/30/12 | Alive @ 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 i... | |
| 06/07/12-06/09/12 | Montana Senior Olympics Summer Games Great Falls 406-586-5543 Annual Montana Senior Olympic Summer Games are open to all men and women 50 years and older. No residency requirement. Sports include archery, bowling, cycling, golf, horseshoes, race-walk, racquetball, road race, swimming, table tennis, tennis, and track and field. All levels of ability are welcome... | |
| 06/07/12-08/30/12 | Downtown 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.... | |
| 06/07/12-06/08/12 | Missoula Marathon Missoula 406-544-9521 The 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, a kid's marathon, a 5k and a Missoula 5k. The courses... | |
| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Big Timber Gun Show Big Timber 406-932-5969 The annual Gun Show will be held at the Big Timber Civic Center. Vendors will be selling art, antiques, books, clothing, jewelry and GUNS, GUNS, GUNS! Vendors come from Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana to make this weekend one of Dad's favorite.
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| 06/08/12-08/03/12 | Earth Stewardship Summer Series at Pictograph Cave State Park Billings 406-254-7342 The Earth Stewardship for Young People series is scheduled to run every Friday morning for the summer at Pictograph Cave State Park.
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| 06/08/12-09/14/12 | Art Gallery Walk Bozeman 406-586-4008 Art Walks - 2nd Fridays, June-September from 6:00pm - 8pm in Downtown Bozeman. 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. T... | |
| 06/08/12-06/09/12 | Fairfield Days Gone By Fairfield 406-264-5942 Fairfield Days Gone By combines antique cars and tractors with heritage crafts and toys, concessions, old time fiddle music, a parade and evening BBQ along with hayrides for everyone. It is a fun event for the whole family!... | |
| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Montana Mule Days Hamilton 406-777-2331 Montana Mule Days is Montana's largest mule and donkey show with over 100 classes features driving, riding, cattle and fun events. Competition comes from up to six different states. Camping is available on the grounds, commercial booths, food available covered grandstand and family entertainment. Ge... | |
| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Montana Professional Artists Association Show and Sale Hamilton 406-961-3887 The Montana Professional Artists Association (MPAA) Annual Hamilton Show features the entire membership of MPAA artists from all corners of Montana. Enjoy oil paintings, watercolors, pastels and classic bronzes from these noted artists.
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| 06/08/12-06/09/12 | Governor's Cup Road Race Helena 800-447-7828 ext 7990 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Governor's Cup Race
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| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Hot Springs Homesteader Days Celebration Hot Springs 406-741-2662 The Hot Springs annual Homesteader Days Celebration is the Founder's Day Celebration for Hot Springs and Camas, honoring the original homesteaders and settlers of the area. It started on the anniversary of the grand opening of the Camas Hot Spring bathhouse in 1949 and is always the second weekend i... | |
| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Think Local - Summer 's First Art Blast Kalispell 406-260-4499 THINK LOCAL, a 3-day art fair, is a juried fine art and designer craft show of artists from all over Montana. There will be 60 booths offering handcrafted arts & crafts, along with great food and music, all in a beautiful park setting. Cost is free.... | |
| 06/08/12-06/10/12 | Wings Across the Big Sky Bird Festival Kalispell 406-443-3949 This year's Montana Audubon Annual Bird Festival Wings Across the Big Sky is co-hosted by Flathead Audubon Society, in Kalispell. We invite outdoor and conservation enthusiasts, birders and nonbirders alike, to visit the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas where you can plan on participating in ab... | |
| 06/09/12 | Strawberry Festival Billings 406-259-5454 The Strawberry Festival celebrates the start of summer in Billings with over 175 arts and crafts vendors, food, non-profit and commercial vendors, live entertainment, music, a pancake breakfast, and a kid's zone with children's activities. Purchase a Strawberry Festival Button for vendor and merchan... | |
| 06/09/12-06/10/12 | Butte Mineral & Gem Show Butte 406-723-8524 Butte Mineral and Gem Club will be held at the Civic Center. Vendor displays, rock and gem collecting equipment, rocks, fossils, gems and minerals for sale. Silent auctions, door prizes and raffles will be held throughout the days. Sapphire, garnet sifting and other activities for children will be ... | |
| 06/09/12-09/08/12 | Madison Farm to Fork Farmers Market Ennis 406-682-5024 Madison Farm to Fork Farmers Market opens the 2nd Saturday in June and runs every Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm, through the 2nd Saturday of September. The market features locally grown produce, locally raised meats, plant starts, baked goods and original crafts.... | |
| 06/09/12 | Buzzard Day Glendive 406-377-6256 Each spring, Makoshika State Park celebrates the return of the turkey vulture to eastern Montana with Buzzard Day, a tongue-in-cheek day of appreciation for one of 'nature's cleaners'. Makoshika's badlands topography provides excellent habitat for Turkey Vultures, a species of concern because of it... | |
| 06/09/12-08/11/12 | First Peoples Buffalo Jump Traditional Games Great Falls 406-866-2217 This summer First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will be presenting 3 traditional games clinics. The three team games offered will be Double ball, Shinny and Traditional Lacrosse. A fourth individual game will be offered called Hoop and Arrow in addition to the team games. The games will be taught ... | |
| 06/09/12 | North Central Hangar Fly-In Havre 406-390-5689 North Central Hangar Fly-In includes breakfast and toy show. For further information please call.... | |
| 06/09/12-06/10/12 | Pioneer Power Day Threshing Bee Lewistown 406-535-8664 The Pioneer Power Day Threshing Bee is an old-fashioned threshing bee. Watch old steam engines at work; threshing machines, all types of antique machines and other old restored engines are exhibited. Demonstrations and exhibits include saw-mill buzz saw, ore crushing, shingle making, stationary hay ... | |
| 06/09/12 | Montana Benefit Car Show Missoula 406-370-4365 The 5th annual Montana Benefit Car Show is Montana's premier carshow featuring hot rods, muscle cars, classics and much more! All rides welcome! This is a family event with a no host food court, music by DJ and live band, entertainment throughout the day and raffles. All coming together to help Chi... | |
| 06/10/12 | Festival of Cultures Billings 800-877-6259 #1042 The Festival of Cultures is a celebration of cultural diversity, attracting over 7,000 guests. Drawing participants from the region and from neighboring states, this event is free to all. Families, friends, neighbors and colleagues meet and enjoy all the ethnic flavor that it is possible to absorb i... | |
| 06/10/12-08/12/12 | Sunday Childrens Programs Great Falls 406-727-1212 Join a park ranger at Giant Springs State Park for Sunday afternoon children programming. These presentations are focused toward children of all ages. They will learn about many different topics ranging from animal tracks to grizzly bears.
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| 06/10/12-09/02/12 | Littlebirds 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... | |
| 06/14/12-09/20/12 | Columbia Falls Farmers Market Columbia Falls 406-892-0318 Columbia Falls Farmers Market begins the second Thursday in June and continues every Thursday through mid September from 5:00pm - 7:30pm. We have a plethora of local arts and crafts as well as live music, great food and produce. The market is located on the lawn at Discovery Square (500 block of Nuc... | |
| 06/14/12-06/16/12 | Miss Montana Scholarship and State Finals Pageant Glendive 406-939-3655 The stars will shine brightly in Glendive at the Miss Montana Scholarship and State Finals Pageant.
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| 06/14/12-06/17/12 | Fort Union Rendezvous Sidney 406-433-1916 A fur trading outpost on the Northern Plains, Fort Union Trading Post comes alive during 4 days in June with an encampment of traders, craftsmen and Native Americans to relive its heydey and allow visitors a glimpse of history. It is not uncommon to see mountain men tanning hides, a blacksmith at wo... | |
| 06/15/12 | Liberty County Chamber's Cruise Night/Poker Run Chester 406-759-4848 The Liberty County Chamber's Cruise Night/Poker Run will begin Friday evening at 5:00pm. Each participant will draw one poker card during check-in at each designated stop along the Hi-Line, with one dealt at the final destination--the Sock Hop at the Liberty Village Arts Center in Chester. (Pre-re... | |
| 06/15/12-06/17/12 | Matthew Quigley Buffalo Rifle Match Forsyth 406-346-2763 This is a long range rifle competition using original or replica period firearms from the glory days of buffalo hide trade. Period attire is encouraged but not required. Largest shoot of its type in the nation. The longest target is a steel Buffalo at 800 yards. The firing line extends over 500 yard... | |
| 06/15/12-06/17/12 | Red Bottom Celebration Frazer 406-768-5155 ext 338 Red Bottom Celebration has been an annual pow wow for over 100 years, celebrating native culture and traditions through dancing, food, crafts and fellowship with one another. All members of the general public are welcome to participate or watch.... | |
| 06/15/12-06/16/12 | Gardiner's Annual NRA Rodeo Gardiner 406-848-7710 The Annual NRA Gardiner Rodeo will be held at the Jim Duffy Arena on Highway 89, just north of town. Events are as follows: Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Calf Roping, Ladies Breakaway Roping, Ladies Barrel Racing, Junior Breakaway Roping & Jun... | |
| 06/15/12-06/17/12 | Montana Pioneer and Classic Auto Club Spring Tour Livingston 406-586-4604 Montana Pioneer and Classic Auto Club has over 900 members statewide which is made up of 10 active clubs. Two tours each year are hosted by the various clubs and consist of a Friday evening 'gas-light' parade, a car tour and judging on Saturday. Usually about 60 cars participate in this event. Come ... | |
| 06/15/12-06/17/12 | Under the Big Sky Fine Arts & Crafts Festival Missoula 406-207-6502 Under the Big Sky Fine Arts & Crafts Festival will showcase over 75 of the finest artisans from throughout the United States. This will be the premier festival in the Northwest this June. Come join us for a fun filled weekend, meet the artists, enjoy local food, browse exquisitely hand-crafted fine... | |
| 06/15/12-06/17/12 | Wild West Days Poplar 406-768-3371 Wild West Days activities begin with Kids Day (bike races, contests, etc.) on Friday at 10:00am. Saturday and Sunday festivities include a parade at noon, rodeo with NRA rules beginning at 2 pm and a dance later each day.... | |
| 06/15/12-08/15/12 | Warner Ranch Photography Workshop Sun River 406-264-5229 Warner Ranch Photography Workshop is located in Sun River. Spend 3 days photographing a Montana rodeo, ranch life and our spacious landscapes. You will learn to take quality photos. Processing skills will be taught using black and white film.
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| 06/15/12-09/21/12 | Willow Creek Art Walk Willow Creek 406-285-4709 Willow Creek Art Walk is held the third Friday of the month.
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| 06/16/12-06/17/12 | Anaconda Bicycle Festival Anaconda 406-563-7988 The Anaconda Bicycle Festival is a weekend of bicycle events that raise funds for the upkeep and restoration of Anaconda's Washoe Park. The festival offers an event for everyone in the family.
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| 06/16/12-06/17/12 | 52nd Annual Belt PRCA Rodeo Belt 406-738-4444 Join in the big fun on Father's Day weekend at the 52nd Annual Belt PRCA Rodeo, only 20 miles from Great Falls. This is where the Old West meets the young, as they are matched up with the toughest broncs & bulls and gun for the big money. The added prize money draws the top-notched competitors to t... | |
| 06/16/12 | Heart & Sole Run Billings 406-254-7426 The Annual Heart and Sole Run includes a 5K (RRCA Western Regional Championship), 10K and 2 Mile Health Walk. Participants receive a micromesh t-shirt. The run is for all ages and abilities with proceeds benefitting the YMCA Healthy Community Campaign and Trails Development.
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| 06/16/12 | Citywide Garage Sale Boulder 406-465-2106 Residents of Boulder are cleaning out! Come and see the treasures waiting for you. Maps of garage sale locations are available at area businesses.... | |
| 06/16/12-09/08/12 | Gallatin 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, Senior produce vouchers and WIC are accepted at the Gallatin Valley Farmers' Market.... | |
| 06/16/12 | Rich Higgins Memorial Youth Rodeo Broadus 406-554-3313 Cowboys and cowgirls ages 18 and younger are invited to compete in one of the most entertaining youth rodeos around. Events include keyhole race, flag race, dummy roping, goat tail untying, goat tying, breakaway roping, steer stopping, calf roping, calf riding, and steer riding. A contestant team ro... | |
| 06/16/12 | Powell County Territorial Day Deer Lodge 406-846-2094 Powell County Territorial Day, a community celebration, consists of foot race events 3K, 5K, 8K, and 10K. Plus see a Classic Car Show on Main Street; a parade with cars, floats, cowboys on horses, horse drawn wagons, shrine band and novelty vehicles; Jaywalkers Jamboree with concessions, craft vendo... | |
| 06/16/12 | Longest Dam Race Fort Peck 406-228-2222 Run or walk across the top of Montana's Historic Fort Peck Dam. There will be 10K and 5K runs, and a 5K and 1-mile walk. T-shirts, free beverage and fruit are provided at completion of event. This is an event for the serious runners and recreational walkers. The whole family is welcome. Make this yo... | |
| 06/16/12 | Yellowstone Days 5K Fun Run/Walk Gardiner 406-848-7971 The annual Yellowstone Days 5K Fun Run/Walk will be held on June in conjunction with the Annual Fathers Day Rodeo in Gardiner. The race route brings you through the streets of Gardiner with the majestic Roosevelt Arch and Electric Peak in the background.
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| 06/16/12-08/18/12 | Sulphur Springs Trail Hike Great Falls 406-727-8733 Join a member of the Interpretive Center staff for a guided hike over the Sulphur Springs Trail. This is a moderately challenging four mile hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center parking area or 30 minutes later at the trail head near Morony Dam. This hike is free. For more information please call or... | |
| 06/16/12 | 33rd Annual Bitterroot Day Hamilton 406-363-3338 This is a celebration of Montana's state flower, the Bitterroot. Art and crafts booths and refresments are available.... | |
| 06/16/12 | Joplin Car Show and Art in the Park Joplin 406-292-3325 Saturday, Joplin is the place to be for Art in the Park in conjunction with the Annual Joplin Car Show. The day promises to be jam-packed with fun, food and activities for young and old alike. Car registration will be from 9:00am - 11:00am at the Wood Enterprises building. Entry fees are $10 the day... | |
| 06/16/12 | St. John's Lutheran Playing for Fundsies Libby 406-283-7140 Playing for Fundsies is an 18-hole "themed" best ball golf fund raising extravaganza. It is one of the most fun golf outings of the summer and anyone can play. Prizes, loads of fun and laughs, and a themed dinner/awards banquet all add to the merriment.
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| 06/16/12-06/17/12 | 60th Annual Roy Rodeo Roy 406-464-2135 While you are visiting the Missouri Breaks, stop in Roy, Montana, for the Annual Roy Rodeo. This open rodeo includes all regular events.
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| 06/16/12 | Flower Show and Garden Party Thompson Falls 406-827-9851 Flower Show and Garden Party is a joint project of the Sanders County Historic Society and the Sanders County Garden Club. Entries are brought to the Old Jail Museum in the morning of the Rose and Perennial Garden Party. There are no fees for admission. There are three categories to enter: Roses, Ot... | |
| 06/16/12-06/17/12 | Fly-In Twin Bridges Airport Twin Bridges 406-684-5335 The annual Father's Day Fly-In at Twin Bridges Airport will be held Father's Day weekend. Antique aircraft, vendors, RC races, pilot games, Young Eagle rides, games for the kids, entertainment, food and more. Events kick off with Young Eagle rides Saturday morning, show and tell with pilots, enterta... | |
| 06/16/12-06/17/12 | Annual Wilsall Rodeo Wilsall 406-578-2235 The Wilsall Rodeo is a two-day small-town rodeo and parade with Northern Rodeo Association sanctioned events and family fun. Parade is at 12:00pm on Sunday and rodeo is Saturday at 6:30pm and Sunday at 2:00pm A dance will be held Saturday night.
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| 06/17/12-08/19/12 | St. Timothy's Summer Music Festival Anaconda 888-407-4071 Since 1995 Southwest Montana has played host to world-class musical performances 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... | |
| 06/17/12 | Annual Bump 'n Run Race Baker 406-778-2524 The Annual Bump 'n Run Race is very popular in Eastern Montana. The races started in 1988 in Roundup, Montana. The popularity continues to grow with races in 9 different towns across Eastern Montana. There are over 100 racers. The races have drawn an average of 700 people in a county with less than ... | |
| 06/17/12-08/19/12 | Riverbend Concert Series Bigfork 406-837-5888 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 at 7:00pm. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children.
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| 06/17/12 | Lions Club Kids Father's Day Fishing Derby Ennis 406-682-5711 This is a great day for kids and dads. Kids under 12 can catch 'big' fish in the little pond at the park while the dads act as fishing coaches. Prizes given for various age groups. Enjoy a delicious and free barbecue in the park, at 1:00pm, following the Fishing Derby.... | |
| 06/17/12-06/24/12 | Helena Choral Week Helena 406-933-5246 Musikanten Montana, Kerry Krebill, Artistic Director, announces plans for the 9th annual Helena Choral Week.
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| 06/18/12-06/20/12 | Traditional Indian Games Clinic East Glacier Park 406-226-9141 Adults and youth learn ancient North American Indian games and learn to craft the equipment used for playing. Taught by the Blackfeet and Natives from Montana Tribes.... | |
| 06/18/12-09/06/12 | Helena 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 Voyagers, the Idaho Falls Chukars, the Gran Junction Rockies, the Ogden Raptors, and the Orem Owlz. Their home g... | |
| 06/18/12-09/06/12 | Missoula Osprey Baseball Missoula 406-543-3300 Missoula Osprey Professional Baseball Team is the Pioneer League Affiliate of the 2001 World Champion Arizona Diamondbacks. 2012 will mark the Osprey's 14th season in the Pioneer League. The Osprey's downtown office is open year round for souvenirs, tickets and many other services. Games are played ... | |
| 06/20/12-08/22/12 | Sounds on The Square Havre 406-265-4383 Sounds on The Square an evening summer concert series providing fun music oppotunities for all. Sounds on The Square 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 communit... | |
| 06/20/12-09/26/12 | Manhattan Farmer's Market Manhattan 406-284-6574 Manhattan Farmer's Market is a Wednesday evening market sponsored by the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce. We are located in the center of town in Railroad Park on West Main and offer a wide variety of the finest locally produced vegetables, fruits, arts and crafts, and baked goods. Local musician... | |
| 06/20/12-09/01/12 | Wild 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 a... | |
| 06/21/12 | Taste of Great Falls Great Falls 406-453-6151 Taste of Great Falls is a kickoff to summer in downtown Great Falls. This event is held in both the Convention Center and the adjacent Whittier Park. The event is form 5:00pm - 9:30pm. Come and sample a variety of food and drink from our local restaurants. Live entertainment is provided at both venu... | |
| 06/21/12 | 1876 Grand Ball Hardin 888-450-3577 18th Annual 1876 Grand Ball hosting General and Mrs. George A. Custer. Please dress Victorian. Decadent food and beautiful costumes along with fiddle music from the 1800s. Family entertainment. Dance Mistress teaches period dances and calls all dances at the ball. Ball starts at 7:30pm and ends 10:0... | |
| 06/21/12-06/24/12 | Little Bighorn Days Hardin 406-665-1672 Hardin, Montana's Little Bighorn Days are four days of festivities celebrating the sights and sounds of the past, with legends that surround it woven throughout the various events. Dancers from around the world dress in period costumes to attend the 1876 Grand Ball. Don't know how to dance? No pr... | |
| 06/21/12-06/24/12 | Libby Logger Days Libby 406-293-1074 Libby Logger Days is a community celebration of its long time heritage of logging in the Cabinet Mountains of northwest Montana.
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| 06/21/12-06/22/12 | Townsend Quilt Show Townsend 406-266-3054 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.... | |
| 06/22/12-06/23/12 | Highland Games at ZooMontana Billings 406-652-8100 Highland Games comes to ZooMontana once again. Join us for two exciting days of Caledonian Pipes & Drums, Piping and Drumming competitions, traditional music, singing and dancing, and of course, the Highland Games! Incredible feats of strength and skill during events such as the Scottish Hammer, Sto... | |
| 06/22/12-06/23/12 | Bear Paw Roundup Chinook 406-357-3858 Chinook will be holding its annual Roundup Day and Bear Paw Roundup PRCA Rodeo on Friday and Saturday. Events include a parade, country-dance with live music, community breakfast, Calcutta and rodeo events each night.
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| 06/22/12-06/24/12 | Colstrip Days Colstrip 406-748-4700 Colstrip Days is celebrated each year the fourth weekend of June and the entire community celebrates this event. Activities include Friday night BMX race and play. Saturday includes a parade, vendors and entertainment in Rye Park, kids games, fun run, golf tournament, horseshoe tournament, softbal... | |
| 06/22/12-06/23/12 | Beaverhead Chamber of Commerce Senior Pro Rodeo Dillon 406-683-5511 Beaverhead Chamber hosts National Senior Pro Rodeo in Dillon at the Beaverhead County Fairgrounds. Performances begin at 6:00pm each day. Additionally, the Senior Pro Rodeo Performance and Event Sponsors will host a Calcutta Event on Thursday. Visit www.beaverheadchamber.org or call 406-683-5511 for... | |
| 06/22/12-06/24/12 | Fort Benton Summer Celebration Fort Benton 406-622-2013 Montana's 'birthplace' community celebrates summer. A great family event! Fort Benton's annual celebration of its heritage. Scheduled activities include a parade, arts and crafts on the Levee. Missouri River Traders Market, historical tours, free entertainment, street dance, fishing derby and fi... | |
| 06/22/12-06/23/12 | Badlands Drifters Car Club Annual Cars in the Park Show Glendive 406-365-5342 The Badlands Drifters Car Club hosts the annual 'Cars in the Park' Car Show, featuring over 200 classic and custom cars and street rods. A weekend of fun starts Friday with a cruise around town for fun and prizes; followed by a 'gearhead' gathering to welcome participants.
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| 06/22/12-06/24/12 | Custer's Last Stand Reenactment Hardin 888-450-3577 Custer's Last Stand Reenactment celebrates the 134th anniversary of the battle. Hold onto your hats! The Seventh Cavalry and Indian warriors will face off once again this summer in the annual Custer's Last Stand Reenactment, six miles west of Hardin, Montana. The Reenactment celebrates the anniversa... | |
| 06/22/12-09/28/12 | Livingston Gallery Association Art Walk Livingston 406-222-5222 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 ... | |
| 06/22/12-06/24/12 | Milk River Gospel Jamboree Malta 406-654-1292 The Milk River Gospel Jamboree is a three-day annual event held the last full weekend of June, that includes Sunday. The Jamboree will be held at the Malta High School Auditorium, corner of 8th Street and 2nd Avenue West. Hours of music are Friday night at 5:00pm to 10:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 10:0... | |
| 06/22/12-06/23/12 | Western Heritage Day Stevensville 406-777-3773 Friday: Calcutta auction of Barnyard game teams, reception and live auction, Chuck Wagons for the Chuck Wagon Cook-off arrive and are set up by 4pm for judging and then later in the evening they will host a reception for all wagon sponsors and have pickin' and grinnin' around the campfire. Takes pla... | |
| 06/23/12-06/24/12 | Elk Basin Cross Country Motorcycle Race Billings 406-259-6399 Billings Motorcycle Club has promoted the Elk Basin Cross Country race outside of Belfry, MT for more than 30 years. This race covers more than 75 miles of hills, ravines and rock providing a mountain man challenge for those tough enough to finish. If you want to try Baja style racing without going... | |
| 06/23/12-06/29/12 | Adventure Cycling: Cycle Montana Road Bicycle Tour Bozeman 800-755-2453 Come with us and bicycle through the scenic valleys and over the mountain passes of western and southwestern Montana. Begining in Adventure Cycling's hometown of Missoula, tour highlights will include the Bitterroot River, the Big Hole Valley, as well as the Blackfoot Valley, and the Clark Fork Rive... | |
| 06/23/12 | Freedom Celebration Columbus 406-322-8555 Freedom Celebration will include a parade, kids carnival, craft and food vendors, flea market and town wide garage sales.
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| 06/23/12 | RATPOD Dillon 406-549-5987 Ride Around The Pioneers In One Day (RATPOD) is a one-day, 130-mile bicycle ride to benefit Camp Mak-A-Dream, a cost-free, medical camp in Western Montana for children, teens & young adults with cancer. Riders are encouraged to raise donations for the camp and bring them to the event. Prizes will be... | |
| 06/23/12 | Madison River Foundation Gala Banquet Ennis 406-682-3148 The Madison River Foundation's "Guardians of the River" Gala Banquet
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| 06/23/12 | Fishtail Family Fun Day Fishtail 406-328-4272 The Fishtail Community Council has set the date for the annual Fishtail Family Fun Day to be held on Saturday June 23, 2012, with the platting of Fishtail in 1913, the committee chose the theme "Celebrating Pioneer Men" to honor those hard working men of the early 1900's. To kick off the day there w... | |
| 06/23/12 | Lewis and Clark Honor Guard Encampment Great Falls 406-727-8733 During the Lewis and Clark Festival, members of the Lewis and Clark Honor Guard establish an encampment and demonstration area outside at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center to demonstrate different aspects of the Lewis and Clark story, 10:00am to 5:00 p.m. Visitors may a... | |
| 06/23/12-10/06/12 | Lewistown Farmers Market Lewistown 406-428-2226 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... | |
| 06/23/12-09/01/12 | Living History Lantern Tour Nevada City 800-829-2969 The Montana Heritage Commission offers Living History Lantern Tours available June 23, July 21, Aug. 18, September 1 only.
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| 06/23/12-06/24/12 | 24 Hours of Rapelje Rapelje 406-663-2231 The 24 Hours of Rapelje is a mountain bike endurance race for individual riders and relay teams. Mountain bike enthusiasts nationwide have recognized this farming and ranching community for Montana's #1 and only 25-hour mountain bike race.
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| 06/23/12 | 55th Annual Beartooth Run Red Lodge 406-425-2008 Are you tired of the same old road race? Looking for a challenge like you've never experienced? The Beartooth Run takes place on one of the most scenic highway in the nation - the Beartooth Pass (Highway 212.) We will have two distances: 8.4 mile and 4.2 mile races. Check out the details at www.bear... | |
| 06/23/12 | Annual Beartooth Ball Red Lodge 877-404-9442 Ah, the 60's. This year's 17th Annual Beartooth Ball pays tribute to the 1969 music festival of all time, Woodstock. Experience an evening of peace, love and "hippiness" Saturday, June 23, 2012 at the Red Lodge Airport. It will be a real happening scene. Dig up your groovy threads (bellbottom jeans,... | |
| 06/23/12-06/24/12 | Pioneer Days, Dirty Shame Show and Antique Show Scobey 406-487-5965 You start the day in the Cook Cars with a pancake and sausage breakfast. Then you stroll down the boardwalks of Pioneer Town viewing the historic buildings, 100 years old. Come see a family oriented vaudeville show featuring the Dirty Shame Belles and the Dixieland Band. An antique car tractor parad... | |
| 06/23/12 | Town and Country Festival Sidney 406-433-1916 Town and Country Festival is going to be an all day, packed full of events, festival where the country and the city people meet. Town and Country Festival will feature sidewalk sales, a town feed, celebrating the Sidney Herald newspaper's anniversary, a parade down the main street and a street dance... | |
| 06/23/12-06/24/12 | Canyon Ferry Walleye Festival Townsend 406-266-5582 The Canyon Ferry Walleye Tournament is sponsored by the Townsend Chamber of Commerce. Approximately $25,000 in cash and prizes, special prizes for male/female and adult/child teams.
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| 06/24/12 | Augusta American Legion Rodeo and Parade Augusta 406-562-3477 This is one of the largest one-day rodeos in Montana. The annual Augusta Rodeo features a parade, the Old-Time Wild Cow Milking and a rodeo. We are located under the Rocky Mountain Front. Augusta is the closest entry into the Bob Marshall Wilderness, plus many other recreational choices in the Augus... | |
| 06/24/12 | Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Symphony in the Park Billings 406-252-3610 The annual Billings Symphony 'Symphony in the Park' is a free outdoor community concert for families and young at heart. Picnicking begins at 4:00pm, an instrument 'petting zoo' at 5:00pm and the main event, the Billings Symphony Concert at 7:00pm. Come to Pioneer Park for a summer evening you will... | |
| 06/28/12 | National Senior Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Hamilton 406-363-3338 National Senior Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony - See a part of history in the making at the special induction ceremony and view the Hall of Fame presentation inside the museum.... | |
| 06/28/12-09/02/12 | Opera House Theatre Company Philipsburg 406-859-0013 Enjoy wonderful family entertainment in Montana's oldest historic opera house! 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 from all over the ... | |
| 06/28/12-06/30/12 | Headwaters Country Jam Three Forks 877-494-4841 Headwaters Country Jam is held at the venue known as The Bridge, near Three Forks. The Bridge is comprised of 159 acres and is the final resting ground for the historic Sappington Bridge that once spanned the Jefferson River. Since the inaugural year, thousands of fans have joined under the Big Sky ... | |
| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | Gallatin Valley Relay for Life Belgrade 800-252-5470 Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society's signature fund raising event to fight cancer through research. Volunteers raise money then come to the Relay to set up a camp site and walk the track. This is an overnight event. The walk begins at 7:00pm with a Cancer Survivor Victory Lap. Luminaries ... | |
| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | Big Timber Rodeo Big Timber 406-932-6228 The Big Timber Rodeo is NRA/NWRA sanctioned with calf roping, steer wrestling, bronc and bull riding and barrel racing among its events. Wild cow riding is always a crowd favorite. A great spectator rodeo!
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| 06/29/12-08/31/12 | 2012 Riverside Voices 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 amphitheater for a special presentation lasting about 45 minutes. Bring a lawn chair. The event is held indoors if the weathe... | |
| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | 23rd Annual Lewis & Clark Festival Great Falls 406-452-5661 This weekend of Rediscovery is your opportunity to experience an incredible journey through the weathered pages of the daily journals kept by Lewis and Clark; all shared with you through presentation, ceremony and guided experience. Demonstrations, exhibits, and other events of this week, will touc... | |
| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | Cascade County Relay For Life Great Falls 800-252-5470 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 clai... | |
| 06/29/12-07/01/12 | Blast From the Past Car Show and Drag Races Helena 406-439-5548 A tradition that will become even larger this year. The Helena Valley Timing Association, the car club who put on the annual car show, set a pretty high bar their first year out of the gate. There could not have been more perfect of a day, and more perfect of a setting to launch this wonderful event... | |
| 06/29/12 | Annual Chamber Golf Tournament Lewistown 406-535-5436 Annual Chamber Golf Tournament is an 18 hole tournament scramble, 4 person team. At the end the day join us for a barbecue.... | |
| 06/29/12-07/01/12 | Snowy Mountains Muzzleloaders Rendezvous Lewistown 406-428-2286 Step back in time and join the Snowy Mountains Muzzleloaders at the Ed McGivern Memorial Park in beautiful Central Montana for an exciting weekend filled with activities of the mid-1800s.
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| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | Garden City River Rod Run Missoula 406-543-4238 Annual Garden City River Rod Run
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| 06/29/12-06/30/12 | Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo Polson 406-883-1100 The Annual Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo will be held on Friday and Saturday. Exciting Pro Rodeo action held in the Polson Rodeo Arena with spectacular views facing the beautiful Mission Mountains and Flathead River. Circle C Rodeo Company will be furnishing their stock for lots of thrills and spills! ... | |
| 06/30/12 | Sweet Grass Fest Big Timber 406-932-5131 Sweet Grass Fest features a full day of family fun in conjunction with Rodeo Weekend in Big Timber. Street vendors will be set up throughout the day with arts and crafts, photography, antiques, memorabilia and a variety of down home country cooking. Running enthusiasts may take part in the 5K walk... | |
| 06/30/12-10/06/12 | Dillon Farmers Market Dillon 406-498-6198 The Dillon Farmers' Market offers locally grown produce, as well as locally prepared or processed food specialties and baked goods, arts and crafts, children's activities, and a variety of entertainment and educational programs. This community event connects local producers and shoppers in an open-a... | |
| 06/30/12 | An Afternoon of Cowboy Music & Poetry Hamilton 406-363-3338 Sit under the maple trees and enjoy savory hors d'oeuvres paired with a glass of beer or wine and listen to a few yarns and tales gracefully told by talented cowboy poets. The art of yodeling and some good cowboy pickin' will also be heard. For more information, contact the Ravalli County Museum at... | |
| 06/30/12-07/01/12 | Lincoln 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.
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| 06/30/12-07/02/12 | Depot 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... | |
| 06/30/12-07/08/12 | Prairie Fest 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. Visit... | |
| 06/30/12-09/29/12 | Thompson 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... | |
| 06/30/12 | Whitefish Lake Run Whitefish 406-862-3111 Held annually since 1977, the Whitefish Lake Run has been a major part of the Montana road running scene. The event offers a 5k (3.1 mile) and a 10k (6.2mile) running option to nearly 500 participants each year.
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| 07/01/12 | Montana Barbecue Cook-Off Absarokee 406-690-3030 Absarokee Montana's annual Montana BBQ Cook-Off is being held on main street. This fun family event is growing from a BBQ competition and microbrew tasting to include a day of free musical entertainment. Bands will be playing music from start to finish. This year's line up will feature a wide range ... | |
| 07/01/12-07/04/12 | Livingston 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. T... | |
| 07/01/12-07/04/12 | Roundup Independence Days Extravaganza Roundup 406-323-1860 Roundup Independence Days Extravaganza (Ride)
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| 07/02/12 | Livingston Roundup Parade Livingston 406-222-0850 The Livingston Roundup Parade is held at 3:00 pm in downtown Livingston. Categories include theme, patriotic and free-style floats, horses, antique cars, classic cars and community organizations.
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| 07/02/12-07/04/12 | Home 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 promises to be an outstanding event with the world's best cowboys and cowgirls competing. Cowboys will be competing on stock provi... | |
| 07/03/12-07/08/12 | Arlee 4th of July Celebration Arlee 406-275-2727 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.
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| 07/03/12-07/04/12 | Ennis 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 and... | |
| 07/03/12-07/04/12 | Harlowton 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... | |
| 07/03/12-07/04/12 | Milk River Days and Cowboys Rodeo Hinsdale 406-364-2111 The celebration begins with a rodeo and free street dance in downtown Hinsdale on July 3rd. On the 4th 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 Catfish, water... | |
| 07/03/12-07/04/12 | 4th of July Celebration Laurel 406-628-8105 The Laurel 4th of July Celebration begins on July 3rd with a " Street Dance" sponsored by the Laurel Jaycees.
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| 07/03/12-07/04/12 | 4th 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/game... | |
| 07/04/12 | July 4th Community Celebration Day Big Sky 406-995-2742 Attend this annual celebration by bringing your own picnic supper, lawn chairs and jackets. Enjoy music, food, beverages and fireworks in a beautiful mountain setting.
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| 07/04/12 | Fourth 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!... | |
| 07/04/12 | Festival of the Fourth Bozeman 406-582-3270 Festival of the Fourth is one of Montana's largest fireworks display beginning at dusk. Presented by the Gallatin Empire Lions. Food, beer and soda will be available for sale
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| 07/04/12 | Reach Race for Independence Bozeman 406-587-1271 1K, 5K, 10K running race or beautiful walk around the trails in the northern part of Bozeman. All proceeds from this event will be used to help adults with developmental disabilities in the Gallatin Valley to lead more independent, fulfilling lives. The course is flat, fast and scenic. Before the ra... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th of July Freedom Run Broadus 406-436-2753 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 registrat... | |
| 07/04/12 | Fireworks 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... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th 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 Jul... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th 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. This i... | |
| 07/04/12 | Glendive 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.... | |
| 07/04/12 | Great 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... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th of July Celebration & Parade Hysham 406-342-5676 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.
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| 07/04/12 | July 4th Parade Kalispell 406-758-2803 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 f... | |
| 07/04/12 | Annual 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 beg... | |
| 07/04/12 | Lewistowns 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. Music and entertainment in the evening before the fir... | |
| 07/04/12 | Fourth 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.
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| 07/04/12 | Fireworks Display Malta 406-654-1776 End your day with this beautiful display of fireworks in Trafton Park.... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th 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 e... | |
| 07/04/12 | Celebrate the 4th Plains 406-826-3202 An old fashioned 4th celebration. Fun motorcross races. Fireworks cap the event at dark.... | |
| 07/04/12 | Jaycees 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 grea... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th of July Amateur Rodeo Terry 406-486-5632 Join us at the Annual 4th of July Amateur Rodeo. Kids events start at 9:00am and include barrel race, flag race and dummy roping. Calcutta starts at 12:15pm and the Grand Entry at 1:00pm. Events include saddle bronc, bareback, calf roping, ladies barrel racing and breakaway, bulldogging and bull rid... | |
| 07/04/12 | County 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.
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| 07/04/12 | Troy 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 ... | |
| 07/04/12 | Fourth of July Celebration West Yellowstone 406-646-7701 Join us for a slice of hometown Americana this Fourth of July! It all starts with a bang at the open-air garage sale for Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Then the Hebgen Basin Volunteer fire department chips in with two big barbecues whose proceeds help fund various community needs. They lead off at the 11... | |
| 07/04/12 | 4th of July Celebration Whitefish 406-862-3501 Celebrate the holiday at 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.
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| 07/04/12 | Old 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 potluck feed, live music, entertainment and a cakewalk.
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| 07/05/12-08/09/12 | St. John's Summer Concert Series Billings 406-655-5218 St. John's Summer Concert Series is free and held every Thursday. The opening performance begins at 6:00 and the main performance begins at 7:00.
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| 07/05/12-08/23/12 | Music on Main Bozeman 406-586-4008 The Downtown Bozeman Association is proud to present the Annual Music on Main Summer Concert Series every Thursday evening this summer in historic downtown Bozeman. Come enjoy live music, bring kids for fun planned activities with the Children's Museum, Montana Outdoor Science School, Haven and othe... | |
| 07/06/12-07/07/12 | Butte Vigilante Rodeo Butte 406-494-3002 The Butte Vigilante Saddle Club hosts this NRA 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.
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| 07/06/12-10/05/12 | Glendive 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 ... | |
| 07/06/12-07/08/12 | Artists 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, beads, cowboy arts, birdhouses, candles, carvings, woodwork items, fabric crafts, jewelry, leatherwork, art, porcelain work... | |
| 07/06/12-07/08/12 | Valley of The Chiefs Pow Wow and Rodeo Lodge Grass 406-638-3525 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.... | |
| 07/06/12-10/05/12 | Red Lodge Farmers Market Red Lodge 406-446-1718 The Friday Night Farmers' Market is a great place to purchase locally produced agricultural wares and products, while enjoying live music and sampling locally prepared foods. It's an event!... | |
| 07/06/12-07/08/12 | Whitefish 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 Depot Park on the corner of Spokane Avenue and Railway St... | |
| 07/07/12-09/29/12 | Big Timber Saturday Farmer's Market Big Timber 406-932-3090 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. This ... | |
| 07/07/12 | ZooGrass Billings 406-652-8100 When we asked Billings what one event they wanted to see return at ZooMontana, the response was overwhelming. ZOOGRASS! We're bringing it back in style!
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| 07/07/12-09/29/12 | Boulder Farmers Market Boulder 406-225-3164 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... | |
| 07/07/12 | Old 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.... | |
| 07/07/12-07/08/12 | St. Regis Classic Softball Tournament St Regis 406-280-0114 Approximately 15 teams from Washington, Idaho and Montana meet for 2 days of sanctioned softball tournament. All men's teams are encouraged to attend. Good fun in a big pleasant park. Food and drink available plus camping.... | |
| 07/07/12 | David Thompson Days - A Community Rendezvous Thompson Falls 406-827-4930 The annual "David Thompson Days Community Rendezvous" historical celebration features a Main Street Parade and Living History Rendezvous in downtown Thompson Falls. Following the 10am Parade, historic displays & demonstrations, primitive arts & crafts, games, trade goods, storytelling, music, food, ... | |
| 07/08/12 | Historic Crail Ranch - Sunday Artist Market Big Sky 888-280-0163 Historic Crail Ranch - Sunday Artist Market
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| 07/08/12-09/30/12 | Sunday Farmers Market Deer Lodge 406-645-1653 Deer Lodge Sunday Farmers Market, July - September, 8:00am - 1:00pm in the 500 block of Main Street in beautiful downtown Deer Lodge. This is our 4th year and we are growing. Produce, plants, baked goods, crafts. For information call Carl Herman at 406-846-1653.... | |
| 07/08/12 | Drummond 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.... | |
| 07/08/12 | Home & Garden Tour - Historic Walk Malta 406-654-1037 The Phillips County Historical Society Home & Garden Tour - Historic Walk, a tour of several beautiful Malta area homes and the Phillips County Cemetery, will be co-sponsored with the Malta Dirt Daubers Garden Club. This enjoyable Sunday afternoon tour will culminate with refreshments at the H.G. Ro... | |
| 07/09/12-08/10/12 | 2012 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.
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| 07/09/12-07/10/12 | Malta Car Show and Drag Races Malta 800-356-7545 Lots of great cars, food, vendors, entertainment and fun! Join us for Malta's annual Car Show and Drag Races. Saturday the Car Show, sponsored by The First State Bank of Malta, will be held downtown. Sunday the Drag Races will be racing at 1320 Power Lane, just south of Malta. The Phillips County M... | |
| 07/11/12-09/05/12 | Big Sky Farmers Market Big Sky 406-570-2417 The Big Sky Farmers Market is in motion! The market will be held every Wednesday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
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| 07/11/12-07/14/12 | Montana 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 fi... | |
| 07/12/12-09/06/12 | Music 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. Food and beverage available.... | |
| 07/12/12-07/15/12 | Cowboy Mounted Shooting and Super Horse Competition Bozeman 406-580-2788 Part exhibition, part Wild West show, part competition. Authentic cowboys and cowgirls compete on horseback in a timed shooting event with 45-caliber single-action pistols for real wild West entertainment. Concessions, seating and parking is available. Visitor friendly contestants are very willing... | |
| 07/12/12-07/15/12 | North American Indian Days Browning 406-338-7103 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, fun... | |
| 07/12/12-07/15/12 | Blaine 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... | |
| 07/12/12-07/14/12 | Big Sky Fox Trotter Association's Annual Point Show Corvallis 406-777-0577 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 c... | |
| 07/12/12-07/15/12 | East Helena Parade & Rodeo East Helena 406-458-8124 The Lewis & Clark In-County Rodeo is Thursday at 6:30pm. Followed by East Helean NRA Rodeo. This is a complete rodeo with all events included. 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.... | |
| 07/12/12-07/14/12 | Fairfield Swim Days Fairfield 406-590-2618 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... | |
| 07/12/12-07/15/12 | The Event at Rebecca Farm Kalispell 406-253-4666 The Event at Rebecca Farm is a four day event of equestrian competition.
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| 07/13/12 | Anaconda 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.... | |
| 07/13/12-07/14/12 | Yellowstone 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 ... | |
| 07/13/12-07/15/12 | Bozeman Trail Gun Show Bozeman 406-580-5458 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.... | |
| 07/13/12-07/15/12 | Montana Folk Festival Butte 406-497-6464 The Montana 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 appeal... | |
| 07/13/12-07/15/12 | Will James Roundup Hardin 406-666-2330 Working ranch horse contest for adults and youth. Three-man and Two-man cow doctoring. Ranch style bronc riding. Indian relay race. Ranch Rodeo. Parade of chuckwagons.... | |
| 07/13/12-07/14/12 | North Central Montana Relay for Life Havre 800-252-5470 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 clai... | |
| 07/13/12-07/14/12 | Homesteader 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. Pa... | |
| 07/13/12-07/15/12 | Yellowstone Boat Float Livingston 406-696-1996 The annual boat float starts at Livingston and retraces the Lewis & Clark Expedition all the way to Columbus. We have two overnight stops, one in Big Timber and one in Reed Point. The local communities provide entertainment - live band and street dance in Reed Point.... | |
| 07/13/12-07/14/12 | 66th Three Forks Rodeo & Parade Three Forks 406-285-4556 The Three Forks Rodeo and Parade offers two evenings of real rodeo action in a small town setting. There is music, food, bull and bronc 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. Take ... | |
| 07/14/12-07/15/12 | Summerfair Billings 406-256-6804 ext 236 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 basketry... | |
| 07/14/12 | Wine Classic Bozeman 406-994-1994 Vive la France! Please join the Museum in the celebration of the 11th Annual Wine Classic featuring French wines from Louis Roederer Champagne and culinary delights to complement the Museum's summer blockbuster "Treasures of Napoleon" exhibit. More than sixteen of southwestern Montana's premier cate... | |
| 07/14/12 | Elite Bull Connection Darby 406-544-5536 Join us for a night of bull riding, music, food and fun. Watch as the top Elite Professional Bull Riders face off with the top bucking bulls from Priest Creek/Hofer/Hale Bucking Bulls. Last years bulls included PBR bulls Solja Boy, Little Big Horn and Brass Knuckles. Food, beer and live music availa... | |
| 07/14/12 | Dutton Fun Day Dutton 406-476-3408 It's Mayberry only better! This is Montana's small town phenomenon at its' finest. On Dutton Fun Day this sleepy little town explodes with fun for the whole family!
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| 07/14/12 | Bluegrass on the Bay Great Falls 406-452-3462 Tenth Annual Bluegrass on the Bay at the Odd Fellows Park in Great Falls, Mt. for the benefit of The History Museum. Two top bluegrass bands are traveling long distances to make their first appearances at the Annual Bluegrass on the Bay. Gates open at 5 p.m.
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| 07/14/12-09/14/12 | S.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 b... | |
| 07/14/12 | Cardboard 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 mus... | |
| 07/14/12 | One Helena Hundred Helena 406-868-2534 The Helena Bicycle Club is inviting you to join us on our Annual One Helena Hundred ride. Bicycle the beautiful Recreation Road along the Missouri River.
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| 07/14/12-07/15/12 | Central 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 representative... | |
| 07/14/12 | Annual Marysville Picnic Marysville 406-449-0222 Come and attend the annual Marysville Picnic. This event hosts old-fashioned fun for the entire family. Featuring exhibitors, live entertainment, vendors, arts and crafts, games, contests and a live auction. Admission is free.
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| 07/14/12-07/15/12 | Missoula 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 to p... | |
| 07/14/12 | Nye Goes Nuts Nye 406-328-6162 Nye Goes Nuts is fun for the whole family. Kids events begin at 4:00pm. Wild West BBQ at the Nye Fire Hall.
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| 07/14/12 | Art in the Beartooths with Signature Artist Tom Wolfe Red Lodge 406-446-1370 Join signature artist, Tom Wolfe, along with 30 other local artists for a full day of painting around the historic train depot and Red Lodge. Enjoy watching artists create and talk with them as they transform a blank canvas into real Western masterpieces. Continue the celebration into the evening un... | |
| 07/14/12 | Sunrise 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 pavilio... | |
| 07/14/12-07/15/12 | C. 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 (featu... | |
| 07/14/12 | Broadwater 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 75 teams with a $1,000 cash first prize. Cash prizes will be awarded in all c... | |
| 07/14/12-07/20/12 | Adventure Cycling: Cycle the Divide Mountain Bike Tour Whitefish 800-755-2453 We'll travel from the lively resort town of Whitefish, located near Glacier National Park, to the southern end of the spectacular Swan Range, one of Montana's more unsung and less-visited geologic gems. The tour will mostly be riding on abandoned logging roads, and even a bit of single track trail. ... | |
| 07/14/12 | The Glacier Challenge Whitefish 406-755-4622 Covering 50 miles of beautiful Montana terrain in Northwest Montana, The Glacier Challenge will be a race to remember! Centered around the quaint town of Whitefish, the race encompasses five different legs. These legs include: a Canoe/Kayak Leg, a Road Bike Leg, a Mountain Bike Leg, a 4K run and a... | |
| 07/15/12-07/16/12 | Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament Big Sky 406-587-1216 The 10th Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament is scheduled for July. Teams and spectators are invited to join in this important event. Celebrities from all over the country have signed on to play in this year's event at Big Sky Golf Course in Big Sky, Montana.
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| 07/15/12 | Tour of the Bitterroot Hamilton 406-375-0956 The Tour of the Bitterroot is a one day event focused on getting people out biking and recreating in the landscapes of the Bitterroot Valley and proceeds benefit the Bitter Root Land Trust. This year's Tour will include a non-competitive mountain bike tour through the Skalkaho Drainage and on Forest... | |
| 07/15/12 | CMR Stampede Bull Run Relay and Running Wolf Half Marathon Stanford 406-566-2640 The 26.2 mile relay for up to 4 person teams begins 1 mile off Highway 541 approximately 6 miles from Windham or 18 miles from Hobson at 11:00am. Signs will be posted. The route runs on a county-maintained gravel road through the Little Belt Mountains, promising one of the most scenic courses runner... | |
| 07/17/12 | Big Sky Food Festival Big Sky 406-995-4111 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 gr... | |
| 07/17/12-07/19/12 | Montana Baroque Music Festival at Quinn's Hot Springs Paradise 406-826-3600 Sanders County Arts Council announces the Annual Baroque Music Festival at Quinn's Hot Springs Resort, Paradise, Montana. This year's theme is "BAch and the Beasts." This outdoor music festival showcases World class national and international players of Baroque music and instruments. Each night fea... | |
| 07/18/12-07/22/12 | Gallatin County Fair Bozeman 406-582-3270 Come and enjoy a traditional western fair. The Gallatin County Fair has something for everyone to enjoy - Rodeo, Food, Music, Carnival, Animals, & Contests.
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| 07/18/12-07/22/12 | Great Northern Fair Havre 406-265-7121 The Great Northern Fair is the Hill County fair. It includes 4-H exhibits, night shows, 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. The Gr... | |
| 07/18/12-09/26/12 | Laurel Downtown Farmer's Market Laurel 406-628-8105 Every Wednesday the Laurel Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the Laurel Downtown Market 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 crafters sell their wares. Other items for the markets incl... | |
| 07/19/12-09/13/12 | Columbus 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... | |
| 07/19/12-07/22/12 | Phillips County Fair Dodson 406-390-3639 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!... | |
| 07/19/12-07/22/12 | Rosebud Treasure County Fair Forsyth 406-346-2144 The Rosebud-Treasure County Fair 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 beverage vendors.
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| 07/19/12-09/13/12 | Shelby Food & Craft Farmers Market Shelby 406-434-5495 Shelby Food & Craft Farmers Market features fruits, vegtables, baked goods, crafts. Lemonade stand, 4-H projects for fund raisers, jewelry, eggs, and Mexican food.... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Art 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... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Big Sky State Games Billings 406-254-7426 Olympic style sports festival for Montana and Wyoming residents. Between 10,000 - 11,000 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... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Jim Bridger Days 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.
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| 07/20/12-07/21/12 | Logger's Days Darby 406-363-4432 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... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Standing 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.
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| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Fairview Old Timers Reunion and Summer Festival Fairview 406-742-5203 Fairview's Old Timer's Reunion & Summer Festival is always held on the third weekend of the month of July.
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| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Arts in the Park - Hockaday Museum of 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, painting... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Two Rivers Rendezvous Libby 406-293-8239 The Two Rivers Rendezvous recreates the rendezvous of the fur trade-era from 1820-1840. A variety of blackpowder shooting events using muzzleloading firearms, open iron sights as well as tomahawk and knife throwing that tests the participants mountain man skills. Activities are scheduled for all age... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Annual 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.
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| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Summerfest Along the Yellowstone Livingston 406-222-8155 Enjoy this summer festival in Livingston's beautiful Sacajawea Park located along the banks of the Yellowstone River. The three day gala will include events such as kids' activities, a basketball shoot, beer garden, great variety of live music, art and craft vendors, free swimming and a great assort... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Annual 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... | |
| 07/20/12-07/22/12 | Good 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 singi... | |
| 07/20/12-07/21/12 | Dog & 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 Wee Dog Pint Night. Buy a pint glass and receive $2 refills all night. Saturday showcases the best Montana Breweries with ten breweries and more... | |
| 07/21/12 | Railroad Day Alberton 406-722-2614 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.
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| 07/21/12-07/22/12 | Bannack 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 wagon ride, candle making, gold-panning, Main Street gunfight, old time dancing, pioneer craft demonstrations and lots of music and family fun. A v... | |
| 07/21/12 | Trek 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... | |
| 07/21/12-10/06/12 | Yellowstone 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... | |
| 07/21/12 | Strawberry 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 the ... | |
| 07/21/12 | Demolition Derby 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 matc... | |
| 07/21/12 | Symphony 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.
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| 07/21/12-07/22/12 | Live 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 ... | |
| 07/21/12-07/22/12 | Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival Polson 406-871-8252 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... | |
| 07/21/12 | Rods & 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. The Rods & Classics Show & Shine Car Show is held at Ainsworth Field from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Great door prizes, poker walk, dash plaques and trophies. Food also available.
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| 07/21/12 | Floating 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, kids games and the cow pasture golf tournament. A 3 On 3 Street Basketball Tourney is in the works for the 2012 event. Check our w... | |
| 07/21/12 | Yellowstone Historic Center's Heritage Celebration West Yellowstone 406-646-7461 Yellowstone Historic Center's Heritage Celebration will be held in West Yellowstone's Union Pacific Dining Lodge. The event kicks off at 5:00pm with a social hour and the start of the silent auction. Dinner is served at 6:30pm.
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| 07/22/12 | Saddles & 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... | |
| 07/22/12 | Montana Shakespeare in the Parks Red Lodge 406-994-3901 To be announced.... | |
| 07/22/12 | Richey 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 begins ... | |
| 07/22/12-07/23/12 | Prairie County Relay for Life Terry 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... | |
| 07/23/12-07/27/12 | Sweet 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 Fun on the Farm and a concert for evening entertainment. We have a Friday evening BBQ, and fair sale as well as concessions dail... | |
| 07/23/12-07/27/12 | Summer Bibler Home and Garden Evening Tours Kalispell 406-756-3963 FVCC Foundation Presents Summer Tours of the Bibler Home and Gardens
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| 07/25/12-09/15/12 | Circle 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 ... | |
| 07/25/12-07/29/12 | Last Chance Stampede and Fair Helena 406-457-8516 Helena, Montana's 52nd Annual "Last Chance Stampede and Fair" is scheduled for July 25-29, 2012 at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds new facility. You are invited to check out the exhibits, ride the Northstar Amusement Carnival Rides and enjoy this annual summertime extravaganza! With great ent... | |
| 07/25/12-07/28/12 | Central Montana Horse Show, Fair and Rodeo Lewistown 406-535-8841 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.
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| 07/25/12-07/29/12 | Broadwater 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 individual and 4-H exhibits, a livestock sale, along with a barbecue and entertainment. Average o... | |
| 07/26/12-07/28/12 | Evel Knievel Days Butte 406-491-6066 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
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| 07/26/12-07/29/12 | Heritage Days Columbia Falls 406-892-0178 Heritage Days is an annual hometown summer family celebration! There's a rodeo, vendors, parade, music, craft fair, car show, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and 5K and 10K runs. Family fun for all ages!... | |
| 07/26/12-07/29/12 | Milk River Indian Days Fort Belknap 406-353-3176 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.... | |
| 07/26/12-07/29/12 | Red Ants Pants Music Festival White Sulphur Springs 406-547-3781 Come connect with good folks and dance your pants off! It's time to celebrate the hard-working side of Montana.
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| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Headwaters 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 Missou... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | SLAB Town Antique Show Bozeman 406-388-1873 The annual SLAB Town Antique Show is outdoors with vendors setup on the grounds of the Little Bear School House Museum. Food and parking available.... | |
| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Crazy 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.... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Lewis & Clark Festival Cut Bank 406-949-2160 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 t... | |
| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Tobacco 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 rodeo ... | |
| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Eastern 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... | |
| 07/27/12-08/04/12 | Montana 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, quilts, floral and cooking exhibits, and more!
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| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Art 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.... | |
| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Daly 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. Step back in time on Saturday as life during the turn of the century is re-created at The Daly Mansion. Saturday's festivities will ... | |
| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Kootenai 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. No coolers or outside food! Music each night after the rodeo.
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| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Park County Relay for Life Livingston 800-252-5470 Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society's signature fund raising event to fight cancer through research. Volunteer form teams and raise money then they come out to the Relay to celebrate with Cancer Survivors, remember those who have fought the disease and lost and fight back against the disea... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Flint Creek Valley Days Philipsburg 406-859-3388 Philipsburg celebrates the last full 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 ... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Flathead Lake 3 on 3 Polson 800-750-5377 The Annual Flathead Lake 3 on 3 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 3 on 3 to don... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Cruisen Red Lodge Red Lodge 406-545-9979 Cruise Main Street and register at Bonedaddy's Custom Cycles from 5:00pm - 9:00pm on Friday.
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| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Mon 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... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Country 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.
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| 07/27/12-07/28/12 | Whitehall Frontier Days Whitehall 406-287-2260 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... | |
| 07/27/12-07/29/12 | Wisdom Gun Show Wisdom 406-832-3238 Come join us for the annual Wisdom Gun Show. Gun sales, flea market, barbecue, and street dance to name a few of the activities. A Schuetzen Competition will be held Saturday at 1:00pm at the shooting range.
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| 07/28/12 | Absarokee Day Absarokee 406-328-4240 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 luncheon and there is always a wonderful parade. Breakfast at the fire hall at 7:30am, vendor booths ope... | |
| 07/28/12 | Bake 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 fre... | |
| 07/28/12 | Big Sky Country Fair and Arts Festival Big Sky 800-943-4111 The event, which has celebrated community arts & entertainment for over 30 years will be held at the Big Sky Town Center. The Big Sky Country Fair and Arts Festival 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 fairg... | |
| 07/28/12 | 59th Annual Mexican Fiesta at South Park Billings 406-698-9241 Come join us for our annual Mexican Fiesta starting with a Mexican dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Call for more information.... | |
| 07/28/12-07/29/12 | Clark Days Billings 406-896-5235 Clark Days are held at Pompeys Pillar each year on the last weekend of July. The event commemorates William Clark's stop at the site on July 25, 1806, on his trip down the Yellowstone River. Activities include interpretive programs, demonstrations, nature walks, and a main presentation. The Saturd... | |
| 07/28/12 | Montana State Old Time Fiddlers Contest Choteau 406-320-1150 Join us in Choteau, 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 wishe... | |
| 07/28/12-07/29/12 | Grant-Kohrs Ranch Days Deer Lodge 406-846-2070 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... | |
| 07/28/12 | Annual 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 then ... | |
| 07/28/12 | Fairy and Wizards Festival Jefferson City 866-933-8789 Annual Fairy and Wizards Festival. This is the one day of the year that garden fairies and wizards can be seen with the naked eye! Fun and festivities for the whole family. Dress as your favorite Fairy, Gnome, Elf or Wizard. Vendors, activities for the kids, music, great food, kid's parades! Meet th... | |
| 07/28/12 | Celtic Festival Missoula Missoula 406-239-0105 The Celtic Festival Missoula is an annual celebration of great Celtic culture, focusing on food, music and dance. The Festival takes place in beautiful Caras Park in Missoula, alongside the Clark Fork River and Admission is Free. Music at the event will feature the Shamrockers, the Celtic Dragon Pip... | |
| 07/28/12 | TerrYYippee! Terry 406-635-5598 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 he... | |
| 07/28/12 | Classic Auto Car Show Three Forks 406-285-3133 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 parade follows the event. Trophies will be given for each category of the show and shine.... | |
| 07/29/12-08/04/12 | Hands on History Camp Virginia City 406-843-5247 The Montana Heritage Commission will sponsor a Residential History Camp this summer. 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 history projects. ... | |
| 07/31/12-08/01/12 | Big Sky PBR Big Sky 406-995-2055 The 2nd Annual PBR is a two day event of professional bull riding and supporting activities. The rodeo hosts numerous big name athletes and bulls from around the world. The cowboys attempt to ride the bulls for 8 seconds, while being judged for their style and difficulty of the ride. A Calcutta is h... | |
| 07/31/12-08/05/12 | Big 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 admission ... | |
| 07/31/12 | Kids Fest Missoula 406-721-7275 A free family festival in Caras Park. Stage acts, carnival games, interactive fun, displays, music, food, education and more!... | |
| 07/31/12-08/01/12 | Daniels 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.
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| 08/01/12 | Bite 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 while being entertained by local musical talent.... | |
| 08/01/12-08/05/12 | Testicle 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 Rock ... | |
| 08/01/12-08/04/12 | Park 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 hors... | |
| 08/01/12-08/04/12 | Richland 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, c... | |
| 08/02/12-08/05/12 | Rocky 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 ... | |
| 08/02/12-08/05/12 | Rocky Boy's Rodeo Box Elder 800-823-4478 Rocky Boy, Montana - Home of the Chippewa Cree Tribe
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| 08/02/12 | Bull-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.... | |
| 08/02/12-08/04/12 | Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Butte 406-494-3648 The Butte-Silver Bow County Fair offers arts and crafts, food booths, farm animals, a timberjack logging special shows, exotic animal shows, and a hypnotist. Entertainment by Jeanne Coady who sounds and sings like Patsy Cline and others to be announced.... | |
| 08/02/12-08/04/12 | Wheatland County Fair Harlowton 406-632-4728 The Wheatland County Youth Fair combines our county fair with youth events and judging, with a concert by a well-known country and western musical group.
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| 08/02/12-08/04/12 | Mineral County Fair & Rodeo Superior 406-822-4891 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 are... | |
| 08/02/12-08/04/12 | Superior Lions Club Go for the Gold Superior 406-822-4891 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! Bull-A-Rama is on Thursday and the rodeo begins on Friday... | |
| 08/02/12-08/05/12 | Prairie 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 t... | |
| 08/02/12-08/04/12 | 34th Montana Antique Airplane Association Fly-In Three Forks 406-580-6207 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. Admi... | |
| 08/02/12-08/05/12 | Yellowstone Rod Run West Yellowstone 406-646-9759 Now in its 42nd 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 fest... | |
| 08/02/12-08/05/12 | Wadopana Celebration Wolf Point 406-650-7556 This celebration is the oldest traditional pow-wow in Montana. The celebration is always the first weekend of August. It is a great weekend of fun and visiting among the elders and younger generations. They have special ceremonies for naming of individuals and honoring of family members. Also Saturd... | |
| 08/03/12 | Artwalk Billings - August Billings 406-259-6563 Galleries host Artwalk Downtown Billings, 5-9pm. Local and regional artists on hand to show new works. Refreshments served. Maps available at the galleries. Bus transportation available. www.artwalkbillings.com... | |
| 08/03/12-08/05/12 | Sweet Pea Festival Bozeman 406-586-4003 Sweet Pea is a festival of the arts featuring a costume ball, parade, dining on Main Street and entertainment in Bozeman's Lindley Park, which includes music, dance, theatre and children's activities.... | |
| 08/03/12-09/21/12 | Little Horn State Bank Farmers Market Hardin 406-665-2332 Join us for our annual Farmers Market at the Little Horn State Bank parking lot.
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| 08/03/12-08/04/12 | Lewis and Clark County Relay for Life Helena 800-252-5470 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... | |
| 08/03/12-08/05/12 | Annual 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, Remington,... | |
| 08/03/12-08/04/12 | Festival 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's activities include ethnic foo... | |
| 08/03/12-08/05/12 | Lake County Fair Ronan 406-676-5300 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.
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| 08/03/12-08/05/12 | Ronan Pioneer Days Ronan 406-676-8300 Ronan Pioneer Days is a community event with fun for the whole family. Plenty of good old-fashioned entertainment. The Mission Mountain Classic Run, 3 on 3 basketball and volleyball tournaments are some of the athletic events. Check out the stock car racing and the demolition derby. Three open rodeo... | |
| 08/03/12-08/04/12 | 100th Creamery Picnic Stevensville 406-777-3773 This is a traditional celebration for Stevensville with a historic background and 2012 is the Centennial of this event. There is a parade, Montana State BBQ contest, food vendors, crafters, and booths of all descriptions. Incredible ice cream and a mobile dairy to show how we get milk products. Musi... | |
| 08/03/12-08/04/12 | Cabin Fever Quilters Quilt Show Superior 406-826-1843 "Decade of Reflection" is the eleventh annual quilt show held by the Cabin Fever Quilters of Mineral County, Montana. The theme of the show commemorates the 10th anniversary of the guild which is being celebrated all year. The quilt show is held in conjunction with the Mineral County Fair in Super... | |
| 08/03/12-08/12/12 | Smoking Waters Mountain Man Rendezvous West Yellowstone 406-646-7931 Step into the experience of 1800's life at the Smoking Water 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 ... | |
| 08/04/12-08/05/12 | Bigfork Festival of the Arts Bigfork 406-837-5888 Celebrating our 34th year, the annual Bigfork Festival of the Arts is a favorite among artists and visitors alike.
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| 08/04/12-08/05/12 | Western Montana Quarter Horse Association June Horse Show Corvallis 406-531-3522 Western Montana Quarter Horse Association June Horse Show, sanctioned by the American Quarter Horse Association, involves contestants from five states and Canada. Circuit awards will be given.... | |
| 08/04/12 | Eureka Montana Quilt Show Eureka 406-297-7746 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 over 400 fabulous quilts. Show ... | |
| 08/04/12 | Community Artists Day Great Falls 406-727-1212 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.
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| 08/04/12 | Governor'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. Admission is free for spectators.... | |
| 08/04/12-08/05/12 | Big Sky ACBS Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show Lakeside 406-471-2293 Big Sky ACBS Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show will have 50 Boats in the water and 15-20 small wood kayaks, canoes and other small craft.
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| 08/04/12-08/12/12 | Skydive Lost Prairie 45th 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, act... | |
| 08/04/12 | HURL 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 kilometer... | |
| 08/04/12 | Red 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 Annual Red Lodge Climb to Conquer Cancer an exhilarating 3 mile hike at Red Lodge Mounta... | |
| 08/04/12-08/05/12 | Indian 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 demonstratio... | |
| 08/05/12-08/07/12 | Northeast Montana Fair Glasgow 406-228-6239 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 ... | |
| 08/07/12-08/12/12 | Western 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 ... | |
| 08/08/12-08/12/12 | Dawson 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, food booths, PRCA rodeo, Ranch rodeo, country and rock concerts, petting zoo, talent show, Glendive Badlander Fun Run and carnival.... | |
| 08/08/12-08/11/12 | Judith 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... | |
| 08/08/12-08/12/12 | Madison 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 da... | |
| 08/09/12-08/12/12 | Magic 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 four 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 c... | |
| 08/09/12-08/11/12 | Powder 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... | |
| 08/09/12-08/12/12 | Days of 85 Fair, Rodeo, and Parade Ekalaka 406-775-6713 Each year, the small community of around 400 people get together to celebrate the founding of Ekalaka.
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| 08/09/12-08/12/12 | Heart 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 clu... | |
| 08/10/12-09/07/12 | Arts Council of Big Sky Summer Events Big Sky 406-995-2742 The Arts Council of Big Sky is a non-profit organization in Big Sky. ACBS provides the Big Sky community with a wide variety of offerings to please both residents and visitors alike.
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| 08/10/12-08/18/12 | MontanaFair 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, h... | |
| 08/10/12-08/11/12 | Chokecherry Festival Broadus 406-436-2919 The outdoor Chokecherry Festival includes the viewing and purchasing of items such as chokecherry foods and jelly, artwork and crafts from the area. Other events include antiques show and flea market, as well as face painting, games and other contests.
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| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | An Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival Butte 800-735-6814 The Ri Ra Montana 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 work... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Musician's Rendezvous Columbus 406-322-5049 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 fun for all. Potluck Sturday evening, bring your special food.... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Roosevelt County Fair Culbertson 406-392-5365 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... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Artist 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.
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| 08/10/12-08/11/12 | Northeast 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 ... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Hays Pow Wow Hays 406-673-3627 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... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | The Montana Wild West Fest Helena 406-458-3700 The Montana Wild West Fest is a two plus-day celebration of All Things Western held at the historic Kleffner Ranch, 5 miles east of Helena. Voted Best Western Festival in Montana by True West Magazine.
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| 08/10/12-08/11/12 | Cruisen By the Bay Car Show Polson 406-883-1042 Valley Cruisers Car Show and Polson Art Festival presents Cruisen By the Bay Car Show. In addition to the Art and Car Show, there will be two free concert for everyone to enjoy.
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| 08/10/12-10/05/12 | Richland 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... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Rockin the Rivers 2012 Three Forks 866-285-0097 Rockin' the Rivers features a classic rock concert held at 'The Bridge' each August. The past years have been huge successes, with music by the Doobie Brothers, George Thorogood, Collective Soul, Pat Benatar, Third Eye Blind, Alice Cooper, Peter Frampton and other top name rock bands from the 60's t... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Huckleberry Festival 2012 Trout Creek 406-827-3301 More than 30 years ago, the Huckleberry Festival was started in our little town of Trout Creek in northwestern Montana by a group of artists who sought a spot to sell their creations. Vendors of freshly-picked huckleberries liked the opportunity to sell their wares, too.
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| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Virginia 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... | |
| 08/10/12-08/12/12 | Huckleberry Days Art Festival Whitefish 406-862-3501 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 features arts and crafts, bake-off contest, beer garden and lo... | |
| 08/11/12 | Belgrade 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.... | |
| 08/11/12 | Madison Valley Arts Festival Ennis 406-682-4416 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... | |
| 08/11/12 | Forsyth Duck Days Forsyth 406-347-5656 Forsyth Duck Day is downtown Forsyth's biggest event. Check-out the cars and the Duck Race!
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| 08/11/12-08/12/12 | Double Divide Ride Helena 406-439-0679 Enjoy two days of cycling 139 miles (83 miles the first day, 56 miles the second) through rolling hills, tranquil valleys and challenging mountain passes. Plus, the Double Divide Ride is famous for its outstanding food fare - you won't go hungry!
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| 08/11/12-08/12/12 | Annual Montana Knifemaker Show Missoula 360-795-0228 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 ... | |
| 08/11/12 | Annual Sandpiper 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... | |
| 08/11/12 | Huckleberry 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, boat d... | |
| 08/11/12 | 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.... | |
| 08/15/12-08/19/12 | Fallon County Fair Baker 406-778-2451 Fallon County Fair Program
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| 08/15/12-08/20/12 | Crow Fair and Rodeo Crow Agency 406-638-1800 The Annual Crow Fair Celebration 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 approximately 1,200 to 1,500 teepees in the encampment... | |
| 08/15/12-08/19/12 | Tri-County Fair Deer Lodge 406-560-4997 Southwest Montana comes together for this good old fashioned county fair featuring 5 days of festivities, livestock, exhibits, food, rodeo and a demolition derby.... | |
| 08/15/12-08/19/12 | Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo Kalispell 406-758-5810 Experience the excitement, heritage, and culture of NW Montana. With over 100 years of tradition, the NW Montana Fair & Rodeo comes alive each year in August featuring three nights of PRCA Rodeo action, live horse racing, huge concerts, carnival rides galore, and great food. Join in the fast paced... | |
| 08/16/12-08/18/12 | McCone County Fair Circle 406-485-2605 The annual McCone County Fair includes showmanship, stick horse rodeo for preschoolers, exhibits and evening entertainment.... | |
| 08/16/12-08/19/12 | Western Rendezvous of Art Helena 406-442-4263 The 34th annual Western Rendezvous of Art features some of the nations' premier contemporary artists40 members of the Northwest Rendezvous Group of Artists (NWR) and 8 invited guest artists. The Rendezvous opens Thursday, August 16 at 10 a.m. at the Red Lion Colonial Hotel in Helena. Events include ... | |
| 08/16/12-08/19/12 | 27th Annual Montana Cowboy Poetry Gathering & Western Music Rendezvous Lewistown 406-538-4575 This four-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 ou... | |
| 08/16/12-08/19/12 | Western Art & Gear Show Lewistown 406-538-4575 Juried Western Art and Gear Show held in conjunction with the Montana Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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| 08/16/12-08/18/12 | Beartooth Rendezvous BMW Motorcycle Rally Red Lodge 406-445-2044 The Beartooth Beemers welcomes all motorcyclists, join us in riding "the last best place" at the Beartooth Rendezvous BMW Motorcycle Rally.
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| 08/17/12-08/18/12 | A Day in the Country/Quilting in the Country Bozeman 406-587-8216 Friday is A Day in the Country featuring four mini-classes with a Country theme and picnic lunch. Pre-registration required for classes.
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| 08/17/12-08/19/12 | Montana 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!... | |
| 08/17/12-08/19/12 | Chouteau 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, garden and wheat production entries, 4-H exhibits and fat stock sale. The Chouteau County Fairgrounds has a canoe launch and tent/RV campground. All ev... | |
| 08/17/12-08/19/12 | Montana Pioneer and Classic Auto Club Fall Tour Hamilton 406-363-4449 The Montana Pioneer and Classic Auto Club has over 900 members statewide which is made up of 10 active clubs. Two tours each year are hosted by the various clubs and consist of a Friday evening 'gas-light' parade, and a car tour and judging on Saturday. Usually about 60 cars participate in the event... | |
| 08/17/12-08/18/12 | Ignite The Nites Car Show Libby 406-293-2633 Join us and celebrate Ignite The Nites Car Show's 50th Anniversary. The Igniters Car Club, started in 1961 and 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.
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| 08/17/12-08/18/12 | Manhattan Potato Festival Manhattan 406-284-4162 Friday night is a barbecue dinner. Saturday is a day of celebration 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, car show and town dance. Big Sky Carvers hold an outlet sale and tour... | |
| 08/17/12-08/19/12 | Lone Tree Gun Show Sidney 406-480-5594 Lone Tree Gun Show has something for everyone, from guns, knives, coins, jewelry and antiques. A collector with a showing of many of his own unique guns will be here. Reloading equipment and supplies will be available.... | |
| 08/17/12-08/19/12 | Big 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.
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| 08/17/12-08/18/12 | A Step Back in Time: The Grand Victorian Ball for Peace 1865 Virginia City 800-829-2969 Experience a "Step Back in Time" Come to Virginia 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... | |
| 08/18/12 | Yellowstone Valley Bellydance Festival Billings 877-321-2074 The Yellowstone Valley Bellydance Festival Gala Showcase is a weekend opportunity for regional dancers to train and perform their bellydance skills. These dancers travel from all across our area to attend this event, which is the largest festival in the region. On Saturday evening, they will showcas... | |
| 08/18/12 | Annual 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. Each p... | |
| 08/18/12 | Madison Valley Home Tour Ennis 406-682-6862 The 3rd Annual Madison Valley Tour of Homes features 6 beautiful homes reflecting a range of designs and lifestyles located in the Madison Valley, Ennis. Advanced tickets are $25.00 each and can be purchased at the Ennis Chamber of Commerce or MVMC prior to the event or $30.00 the day of the tour. I... | |
| 08/18/12 | Absaroka Fine Arts and Wine Festival Fishtail 406-328-6556 Enjoy an afternoon in Fishtail Park with wine-tasting and artists from the Stillwater Valley area and beyond. For information about securing a booth contact Jeanne Wagner, Jeanne4812@aol.com.... | |
| 08/18/12 | Gardiner Brewfest in the Park Gardiner 406-848-7971 The event will begin at 3:00pm and run til dusk which is around 10:00pm. There will be live music, food, and a kids tent. Also having a homebrew competition, beer pong tournament and several other actitivities for entertainment. For additional information, contact the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce a... | |
| 08/18/12-08/19/12 | Huntley Project Threshing Bee and EDGETA National Show 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... | |
| 08/18/12 | Montana 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.... | |
| 08/18/12-08/19/12 | Miles 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... | |
| 08/18/12 | Into the Little Belts Street Party Neihart 406-236-5522 This is the magazine launch party of the "Into the Little Belts," a home-grown quarterly and website entirely devoted to the Little Belt Mountains. At the party there will be music, beer, food and other fine things happening. So come join us in celebration of the coolest part of Highway 89 in Montan... | |
| 08/18/12 | Annual 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.
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| 08/19/12 | Cruisin on Main Car Show Bozeman 406-586-4008 "Cruisin" on Main" Annual Car Show from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Main Street in Downtown Bozeman between Willson and Rouse Avenues. Same Day registration begins at 8:00am at the intersection of Black and Main in front of US Bank. Car enthusiasts are invited to enter their vehicles in the show - all class... | |
| 08/19/12 | Powell 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 fund ra... | |
| 08/19/12 | Bark in the Park Livingston 406-222-1313 Dog Days of Summer Fun at Bark in the Park. Don't miss Stafford Animal Shelter's FREE family and dog fun day the third Sunday of each August in Livingston including hilarious dog contests in the City Pool (from fastest swim to best bathing suit) and Park (including best trick and best dressed), 5K ... | |
| 08/22/12-08/26/12 | Big Sky Classic Derby and Futurity Kalispell 406-531-7791 Big Sky Classic Derby and Futurity presented by Montana Reining Horse Association with over $35,000 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 ridi... | |
| 08/23/12-08/26/12 | Jefferson 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... | |
| 08/23/12-08/26/12 | Lincoln 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 t... | |
| 08/23/12-08/26/12 | Eastern Montana Fair Miles City 406-421-5419 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) tractor-pull, and commercial exhibits. Midway entertainment c... | |
| 08/23/12-08/26/12 | Wibaux 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 Thursday and Friday. Food booths all four days and a parade through town Sunday. There is also 4-H livestock sa... | |
| 08/24/12-08/26/12 | Big Sky XC Big Sky 406-581-3491 The Klim Big Sky XC is a harescramble motorcycle race on the ski slopes of Big Sky Resort in southwestern Montana.
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| 08/24/12-08/26/12 | Think Local - Summer 's Last Art Blast Kalispell 406-260-4499 THINK LOCAL, a 3-day art fair, is a juried fine art and designer craft show of artists from all over Montana. There will be 60 booths offering handcrafted arts & crafts, along with great food and music, all in a beautiful park setting. Cost is free!... | |
| 08/24/12-08/26/12 | Blues Fest Virginia City 406-843-5700 The three day Blues Festival in Virginia City starts Friday night at 9:00pm and continues Saturday from 9:00pm to 1:00am. Sunday Blues Brunch from 10:00am to 1:00pm.Enjoy great blues music!
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| 08/24/12-08/25/12 | Stargazing 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 telescopes, a narrater will present an interpretation of the evening sky to provide f... | |
| 08/25/12 | All Euro Car Show Billings 406-245-6733 The Absaroka Region Porsche Club of America announces its fourth annual All Euro Car Show held at Rocky Mountain College on the Green. Registration opens at 9:00am and pre-registration is encouraged at www.clubregistration.net. Open to all European sports cars and sedans vintage or contemporary.
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| 08/25/12 | Military Day at ZooMontana Billings 406-652-8100 Join ZooMontana for its Second Annual Military Day! Check out the amazing vehicles, weaponry and troops that keep our country safe! Sign a Banner to send overseas, buy lunch for a soldier!
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| 08/25/12 | Boulder Car Show Boulder 406-465-2106 Classic cars will travel through Boulder. The Boulder Car Show is held in Veterans Park. Approximately 100 classic and antique cars are expected to be on display.
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| 08/25/12 | Dixon Melon Day Dixon 406-529-8609 Dixon Melon Day 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, farmer Olympics, horseshoes, little buckaroo rodeo and the best melons in western Montana. Also a 3 on 3 Basketball Tourn... | |
| 08/25/12 | The 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.... | |
| 08/25/12 | Fromberg Old West Day Fromberg 406-668-7346 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.
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| 08/25/12-08/26/12 | River 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.
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| 08/25/12 | MonDak 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.... | |
| 08/25/12 | Big Hole Cow Pasture Golf Tournament Wisdom 406-689-3260 Big Hole Cow Pasture Golf Tournament is a golf tournament in a pasture in the Big Hole Valley. Held annually.
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| 08/26/12-09/02/12 | Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation Workshop and Festival Bigfork 406-837-2574 Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation Workshop and Festival will include a week-long workshop and several additional events:
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| 08/26/12 | Demo Derby Miles City 406-234-2890 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.
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| 08/26/12 | Annual Foundation For Community Care Benefit Golf Tournament Sidney 406-488-2273 Bringing golfers of all skill levels together on teams creates a great format for fun. Since final scores will be net and based on a modified Callaway scoring equation, you can create you own 6 person team, partial team, or register individually and be placed on a team by the Sidney Country Club Pro... | |
| 08/27/12-10/31/12 | Bridger 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... | |
| 08/27/12-09/02/12 | Sanders County Fair and PRCA 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; for the 'crash'em, 'bash'em types - the ... | |
| 08/29/12-09/03/12 | Beaverhead County Fair Dillon 406-925-3645 The fairgrounds are busy the whole week with arena events, 4-H livestock show, vendors, exhibits, Karaoke, and much, much more! Featuring Thomas Company Carnival, 2 PRCA Rodeos and outdoor concert!
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| 08/29/12-09/01/12 | Ravalli 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 highway... | |
| 08/31/12-09/03/12 | Ashland 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 festiv... | |
| 08/31/12-09/02/12 | Big Sky Polka Festival Billings 406-656-7470 The Big Sky Polka Festival will hold it's 19th annual event on Labor Day weekend. Truly the largest dance festival in the entire rocky mountain northwest region. This event draws dancing folks from 30 states and Canada.
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| 08/31/12-09/01/12 | Ennis 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.
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| 09/01/12 | Absarokee Farmers Market CPC Absarokee 406-328-7250 The Cobblestone Preservation Committee sponsors the Farmers Market, Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. The vendors 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. There is a fee for spaces, must re... | |
| 09/01/12 | Quilt Show Absarokee 406-328-7123 Free annual Quilt Show sponsored by the Stillwater Quilters of Absarokee. Over 100 quilts and quilted items shown.... | |
| 09/01/12-09/02/12 | Powder 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.
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| 09/01/12-09/02/12 | Labor Day Wagon Train Culbertson 406-790-0600 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.
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| 09/01/12-09/03/12 | Boardwalk Arts & Crafts Festival Dillon 406-683-5511 Boardwalk Arts & Crafts Festival - Experience Montana's biggest weekend. A vast number of local and regional artists will feature their work at the Beaverhead Museum Depot Park. A fun filled festival weekend filled with arts and crafts, County Fair, National Pro Rodeo, Western Outdoor Concert and Ja... | |
| 09/01/12-09/03/12 | Montana'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... | |
| 09/01/12-09/03/12 | Annual Montana Atlatl Mammoth Hunt Great Falls 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... | |
| 09/01/12 | Red Lodge Fun Run for Charities Red Lodge 406-425-0492 The Red Lodge Fun Run! Race starts in the historic downtown Red Lodge, at the base of the Beartooth Mountains! 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-r... | |
| 09/01/12-09/03/12 | Living 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.... | |
| 09/01/12 | Labor 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 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. Admission is $15 per rider. First a... | |
| 09/02/12 | Bigfork Car Show Bigfork 406-837-5888 Bigfork's Annual Car Show is held over Labor Day Weekend. Sunday - Show & Shine in downtown Bigfork on Electric Avenue. Events include a poker walk, costume contest, 50/50, raffles and lots of trophies to be awarded. All makes and models welcome. For registration form, event details and more, visit ... | |
| 09/02/12 | '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's... | |
| 09/02/12-09/03/12 | Labor Day PRCA Rodeo White Sulphur Springs 406-868-2935 PRCA Rodeo action in the Smith River Valley, sponsored by Meagher County Rodeo Club. Sunday and Monday - parade at 11:00am.
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| 09/03/12 | Labor 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 throughout the day consists of fiddlers, belly dancers, folk musicians and more. Food booths, concession stand and picnic tables for lunch, snacks a... | |
| 09/04/12-09/16/12 | Montana 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. 10 prize raffle drawing and auction.... | |
| 09/05/12-09/06/12 | Snow Equipment Rodeo Billings 800-541-6671 The Snow Equipment Rodeo allows operators to test their skills on snowplow, front-end loader, backhoe, and motorgrader.
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| 09/07/12-09/09/12 | Fall 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 Fal... | |
| 09/07/12-09/09/12 | NW Montana Antique Power Ass'n Threshing Bee Kalispell 866-592-9608 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. Pets allowed in camping area only.... | |
| 09/07/12-09/09/12 | Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Fall Gun Show Kalispell 406-897-2989 Large display of guns, antique, and modern and accessories for sale. Custom western jewelry, knives, and art.... | |
| 09/08/12 | John 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 Blackfeet ... | |
| 09/08/12-09/09/12 | Pioneer Cabin Endurance Ride Canyon Creek 406-202-5845 Ride camp
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| 09/08/12-09/09/12 | Medicine Rocks Buffalo Shoot Ekalaka 406-775-6705 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. The shoot is designed to encourage shooting sports in ge... | |
| 09/08/12 | Montana Dragon Boat Festival Kalispell 888-888-2308 Dragon Boat racing is coming to Montana. The first-ever Montana Dragon Boat Festival will be held Sept. 8 , 2012 on Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River.
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| 09/08/12 | Annual 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.
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| 09/08/12 | High Plains Classic Car Show Miles City 406-234-1410 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 additional s... | |
| 09/08/12 | Cycle for the Symphony/C4S Missoula 406-721-3194 Bring your 'cross bike or mountain bike for this fully supported, epic 50-mile ride through some of Western Montana's most scenic landscapes! C4S benefits the Missoula Symphony Association. For more information: www.missoulasymphony.org/C4S... | |
| 09/08/12 | Miner's Union Day Philipsburg 406-859-5125 It's time for Philipsburg to once again celebrate Montana's rich mining heritage with the Annual Miner's Union Day and Mining Competition. Please accept our invitation to join us and to celebrate Montana's miners and mining history.
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| 09/08/12 | Oktoberfest Red Lodge 406-446-4607 The 15th annual Red Lodge Oktoberfest will take place behind Red Lodge Ales Brewing Company at the Special Events Center in Red Lodge. Oktoberfest is a family friendly day featuring Pattycakes the clown, bounce house, hair braiding, kids' games, the ever-popular "Oktoberfest Olympics," German food, ... | |
| 09/08/12-09/09/12 | 32nd Whitefish Men's Soccer Games Whitefish 406-897-1008 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, skil... | |
| 09/09/12 | Town 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... | |
| 09/09/12 | Historic 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 Yellows... | |
| 09/09/12 | Country Fun Day Hardin 406-665-1671 Rumbling of gasoline engines, music, the singing of an auctioneer and good food are a part of what can be expected during Country Fun Day at the Big Horn County Historical Museum.
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| 09/09/12 | Germanfest Missoula 406-541-0860 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. A typical program includes... | |
| 09/09/12 | Utica 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 sponsorin... | |
| 09/09/12 | Taste of Whitefish Whitefish 406-862-3501 Late 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, and live music... | |
| 09/10/12-09/14/12 | Park-2-Park West Glacier 866-863-2272 Park-2-Park Montana will traverse a new, western Montana route in 2012. This is a 418-mile, multi-day, bicycle ride in support of CASA of Montana and 15 local CASA programs. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) represent abused & neglected children in the court system. The goal of this fundraise... | |
| 09/14/12-09/15/12 | Museum of the Rockies: TwoFly Event Bozeman 406-994-2251 New in 2011, this event is unlike anything else at MOR! TwoFly is geared towards anglers and pairs fishermen and women with professional guides for fun on the river. If you love to fish, you'll want to join us as we head out to the famed blue ribbon waters surrounding Bozeman, MT for a two-day event... | |
| 09/14/12-09/16/12 | UMW 9th Annual Hunter/Jumper Horseshow Dillon 406-660-0558 The Annual UMW Hunter/Jumper Horse Show is a horse competition. This show is approved by the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association, the Montana Hunter Jumper Association, and the American Paint Horse Association for alternative points.... | |
| 09/14/12-09/16/12 | Havre Festival Days Havre 406-265-4383 The Festival Days weekend opens with a very popular 48-hour softball tournament. A community parade on Saturday, highlights the weekend celebration. The craft and commercial show, held at the Great Northern Fairgrounds, is open Saturday and Sunday. Saturday is busy with many local organizations host... | |
| 09/14/12-09/16/12 | Miles City Music On Wings Bluegrass Festival Miles City 406-853-1678 We would like to invite everyone to join us at the annual "Music on Wings" Miles City Bluegrass Festival held during the third weekend of September in historic Miles City, Montana. The Bluegrass Festival is the only event in Southeastern Montana featuring live performances by some of the best Bluegr... | |
| 09/15/12 | Last 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.... | |
| 09/15/12-09/16/12 | Threshing 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.
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| 09/15/12-09/16/12 | First Peoples Buffalo Jump Atlatl Competition Great Falls 406-866-2217 First Peoples Buffalo Jump 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 targets will b... | |
| 09/15/12-09/16/12 | Lincoln 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. Last year there were over 200 entries.
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| 09/15/12-05/15/13 | Missoula Community Theatre Missoula 406-728-7529 Missoula Community Theatre (MCT) produces five outstanding community theatre productions each year. While best known for musical theatre, MCT also produces one non-musical drama or comedy each season and an opera with the UM every other year. Performances are held at the MCT Center for the Performin... | |
| 09/15/12 | The Hoedown Red Lodge 406-446-3667 The Hoedown - Carbon County Historical Society and Museum's Annual Fundraiser. Dining, silent auction, live auction, entertainment and dancing. Don't miss this "heel-kickin" event.... | |
| 09/16/12 | Montana 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 in Wendy's Field at Daylis Stadium, the scenic course is certified by USATF. Four mo... | |
| 09/16/12-10/31/12 | MissoulaMaze Missoula 406-529-8324 The fourth annual MissoulaMaze is our best hay and corn maze yet! Pick up a self-guided tour sheet on your way in to help navigate the maze. Even if you're a maze expert we guarantee you'll get Lost! It's an entirely new design each year and we know you'll agree that it is our best maze yet.
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| 09/20/12-09/22/12 | Montana State Genealogical Society Annual Conference Billings 406-656-9840 "Digging Up Roots"
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| 09/20/12-09/22/12 | Montana Historical Society History Conference Missoula 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... | |
| 09/21/12-09/22/12 | Sugarbeet Festival Chinook 406-357-2394 This is a celebration of Chinook's agricultural heritage based on sugarbeet farming and honoring other aspects of agriculture and the area's business industry.
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| 09/21/12-09/23/12 | Great Divide Orchid Society Show and Sale Helena 406-422-5633 The Great Divide Orchid Society will be having it's Annual Show and Sale at the Capital Hill Mall in Helena, Montana. 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 accepted Frida... | |
| 09/22/12 | Oktoberfest Billings 406-256-6804 ext. 236 The 3rd Annual Oktoberfest will feature local and regional Microbrews, live bands and German food. For information on how to purchase tickets please call 256-6804 ext. 236 or email: events@artmuseum.org... | |
| 09/22/12-09/23/12 | Northeast 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.... | |
| 09/22/12-09/23/12 | Hellgate 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.... | |
| 09/27/12-09/30/12 | Montana Master Chefs Greenough 800-473-0601 Explore exquisite tastes from culinary masters and world-class vintners. Savor truly spectacular scenery on your plate and around your elegant private home - all in a luxurious wilderness setting that would have made Lewis & Clark drool. Come, experience Montana Master Chefs.
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| 09/28/12-09/29/12 | Belgrade 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 40 years.
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| 09/28/12-09/30/12 | Last 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. Free admission. For more informatio... | |
| 09/28/12-09/29/12 | Flathead Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show Kalispell 406-257-6966 The Flathead Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show, which is celebrating its 31st year, 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 ... | |
| 09/29/12-09/30/12 | Billings Gem & Mineral Annual Show Billings 406-670-0506 Twenty dealers from the Northwest and 50 to 60 special displays exhibited by local collectors feature gems, minerals, jewelry, atifacts and fossils including a special dinosaur fossil exhibit. Dealers sell Jewelry (sapphires, diamonds), gold and silver, minerals, lapidary material and decorator item... | |
| 09/29/12 | National 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 last Saturday in September.... | |
| 09/29/12 | Pineneedle 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... | |
| 09/30/12 | Scarecrow 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 350 scarecrows made!... | |
| 10/01/12-10/31/12 | Bozeman Maze Bozeman 406-388-7818 Bozeman Straw Bale Maze open weekends in October. The Maze is a tradition that started in 1998 and has grown with the addition of courtyard activities including the mini-train, corn box (sand box with corn), a kids maze and a Quad Jump Bungee Trampoline (jump 20 feet in the air!). Also available is ... | |
| 10/03/12-10/04/12 | Central 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.... | |
| 10/04/12-10/07/12 | 19th Annual Glacier Jazz Stampede Kalispell 406-862-3814 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 tea... | |
| 10/04/12-10/06/12 | Humanities Montana Festival of the Book Missoula 800-624-6001 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... | |
| 10/05/12 | Artwalk Billings - October Billings 406-259-6563 Galleries host Artwalk Downtown Billings, 5-9pm. Local and regional artists on hand to show new work. Refreshments served. Bus transportation available. www.artwalkbillings.com... | |
| 10/05/12-10/07/12 | Tamarack Festival and Brewfest 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... | |
| 10/05/12-10/13/12 | Stevensville Scarecrow Festival Stevensville 406-777-3773 Stevensville's Annual Scarecrow Festival - incredible works of art and design will line the walkway into Stevensville. See SASS website at www.sass.org for pictures. This is an annual event where people enter their scarecrows. The scarecrows are judged and prizes are awarded. On the First Friday in ... | |
| 10/06/12 | Chowder Challenge at ZooMontana Billings 406-652-8100 The Second Annual Chowder Challenge is back at ZooMontana. $10 per person gets you as much Chowder as you can eat from dozens of local area restaurants and caterers! Bring your appetite because this event is sure to fill your whole family up!
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| 10/06/12 | Bear 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.... | |
| 10/06/12 | 33rd 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... | |
| 10/06/12 | Apple Day Demo Derby Hamilton 406-363-3411 The Apple Day 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 $5,000.00 purse. 3 to 4 heat races fill the evening. The final winners from each heat compete in the Ma... | |
| 10/06/12-10/07/12 | Annual Flathead River Writers Conference Kalispell 406-881-4066 The 22 Annual Flathead Writers Conference: "Writing and Publishing in Today's Market" will provide energizing speakers in varied genres and provide information on e-publishing including formatting your manuscript and guidelines for choosing the right cover to represent your book. Cost is just $150 f... | |
| 10/06/12 | Missoula 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!
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| 10/06/12 | Montana Brewers Festival Missoula 406-449-7252 The largest collection of Montana-made beer ever gathered in one place, it's one-stop access to unique Montana brewers and their beers. Second in Breweries-per-capita, Montana is a strong contestant as one of the greatest brewing states in the country. Liquid proof of why beer sales far exceed the s... | |
| 10/07/12 | Alzada 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 3 ... | |
| 10/12/12-10/14/12 | Annual Northern Rodeo Association Finals Butte 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... | |
| 10/12/12-10/14/12 | Lewistown 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 chance on a door prize. All State and Federal laws will be observed.
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| 10/13/12 | Tamarack Time! Bigfork 406-261-0234 Tamarack Time! is an old fashioned celebration of the harvest! Since the tamarack, or western larch, attains its greatest size and abundance in western Montana, it is particularly appropriate that the time of spectacular color change be the occasion for the Flathead's autumn celebration. In 1933 t... | |
| 10/13/12 | HarvestFest 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 publ... | |
| 10/13/12-10/14/12 | Glacier Golden Autumn Arts and Crafts Show and Sale Essex 406-888-5700 The Glacier Golden Autumn Arts and Crafts Show and Sale is planned so that visitors can view Glacier National Park during one of its most beautiful times of the year -- the fall with all its golden colors. The show and sale bring together outstanding Montana artists to show and sell their wares. Tak... | |
| 10/13/12-10/31/12 | Ghost Tours Hamilton 406-363-3338 Experience a tour of the local museum from a very different angle! Take a walk down the dark passage ways in the basement, experience the energy of the old judges chambers, sit quietly in the old courtroom and decide for yourself...are some who died long ago still here haunting these halls? Call 406... | |
| 10/13/12 | Annual St. Peters Hospital Foundation Gala Helena 406-444-2370 A gala event at the Helena Civic Center. Come join us at an Elegant Gala Ball with live and silent auctions. Live music provided by local talent. Worked up an appetite from the auction and dancing? Don't worry there will be gourmet food and fine wine to give you strength.
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| 10/17/12-10/20/12 | NILE Stock Show and Rodeo Billings 406-256-2495 The NILE Stock Show and Rodeo 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 Rodeo is one of the first opportunities f... | |
| 10/18/12-10/20/12 | High Plains BookFest Billings 406-294-2390 The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts that brings together partners across the country to encourage reading for pleasure and enlightenment.
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| 10/19/12 | Hunters 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 sh... | |
| 10/19/12-10/27/12 | Voices in the Shadow 2012 Great Falls 406-727-8733 Every fall, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center offers "Voices in the Shadows," a special living history program. Explore the darkened exhibit hall by candlelight and encounter characters from the past, as the step from the shadows to relate their stories. Tours leave every 15 minutes. The event... | |
| 10/20/12 | A Night of Jazz and Spirits Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 308 A Night of Jazz and Spirits event will be held at Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art. Always wondered about that 'perfect' wine to bring to dinner? Don't miss Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art's Annual Wine Tasting event, A Night of Jazz and Spirits. We will be featuring some of the finest grapes and... | |
| 10/21/12 | Pumpkin Sunday Deer Lodge 406-846-2070 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 are a... | |
| 10/22/12-10/28/12 | Montana CINE International Film Fest Missoula 406-728-9380 The Montana CINE International Film Festival is about our world --- critical and contemporary issues affecting our environment, people, cultures, the air we breathe, the food we eat and how we live in our world.
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| 10/26/12-10/28/12 | Boo at the Zoo Billings 406-652-8100 The Boo is Back at ZooMontana! Friday and Saturday nights we'll open up the zoo for spooky thrills and shrills! Friday and Saturday are not for children, the scare zones will be in full effect. Are you brave enough?
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| 10/26/12-10/28/12 | Little Bear School House Museum Antique Show Bozeman 406-388-1873 This annual event includes two 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, a re... | |
| 10/27/12 | 30th Annual Autumn Art & Craft Show Helena 406-449-7801 The Annual Autumn Art & Craft Show will have over 80 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.
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| 10/31/12 | Downtown Trick or Treat Bozeman 406-586-4008 Join us for a spooktacular, safe evening of traditional trick or treating in downtown Bozeman. Parent's let your kids enjoy the brisk outdoors on the Friday night before Halloween weekend in downtown Bozeman. Kids will gather goodies at over 100 businesses! Hot drinks will be available at the Downto... | |
| 10/31/12 | Fall Festival Broadus 406-436-2977 The Fall Festival will have city wide rummage sales, races and games for children, apples of all kinds will be displayed for sampling and purchasing. The day will end with a fashion show. Models will be area residents. Stores will have sales and some will be open for evening shopping.... | |
| 10/31/12 | Halloween 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... | |
| 11/30/12-12/01/12 | Christmas 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.
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| 12/07/12 | ZooLights Billings 406-652-8100 The most welcomed holiday tradition in Billings is back! ZooLights is the largest holiday drive-through light display in the area. Spanning the back trails of the entire zoo, your kids eyes will light up with delight at our animated holiday displays. ZooLights 2012 runs December 7, 8, 14, 15, and th... | |
| 12/07/12-12/08/12 | A Montana Country Christmas Stevensville 406-777-3773 A Montana Country Christmas: Parade of lights, caroling, the Christmas Story, open houses, decoration and beautiful lights adorn our historic town. Open houses at the businesses with wonderful Christmas treats, horse and wagon rides throughout the evening along with a hayride and caroling. Santa arr... | |