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07/19/08-06/30/09Helena Symphony Concerts
Helena    406-442-1860

Helena Symphony Concerts Season



July 19: Free Concert: Symphony Under the Stars - Out of this World - Held on the Carroll College campus.



September 13: Annual Symphony Gala and XRG MW Concert I Opening Night - Beethoven's Triple Concerto with the Trio Casals and Sibelius' Symphony No. 2 in D M ...

08/04/08-05/17/09Glacier Symphony and Chorale
Kalispell    406-257-3241

The Glacier Symphony and Chorale, northwest Montana's premier arts organization, enters its 26th Anniversary Season with symphonic master works, pops, chorale and ensemble recitals through out the year. Tickets are available at outlets through out the Flathead Valley. Check our website: www.gscmus ...

09/23/08-03/24/09Yellowstone Association Institute
Yellowstone National Park    307-344-2294

What is the Yellowstone Association Institute?



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



What Makes t ...

09/30/08-04/23/09Live! at the Civic
Helena    406-227-6588

LIVE! AT THE CIVIC - 2008-2009 CONCERT SEASON



Live! at the Civic presents 5 concerts during its upcoming celebration of its 79th season of concerts for the Helena community. The first concert is September 30, 2008, and the season-ending concert is April 23, 2009. All concerts feature distinguishe ...

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

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



2008 - 2009 Schedule:



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

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

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

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

10/18/08-06/07/09Sunday Series
Hamilton    406-363-3338

Sunday Series, held every Sunday, consists of programs of Regional History, Global History, Native American and Lewis and Clark programs, Natural History, Land Use Planning, Science and a monthly program of Cultural or Music. ...

11/21/08-04/17/09Star Party 2008 - 2009
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 from 6 - midnight. The Lewis and Clark ...

12/24/08-04/11/09Fireworks Kick Off Show
Big Sky    800-548-4486

After a day of skiing, come join the Big Sky community at the Mountain Mall Plaza for the fireworks show. Watch the spectacular show light up Lone Peak, while you stand around the bonfire.



Shows will be every Saturday evening through the end of the ski season the middle of April. ...

01/08/09-01/10/09Ag Technology Show & Construction Expo
Billings    406-696-6585

The Ag & Construction Expo highlights the latest in goods and services available to the agriculture, construction, industrial and commercial buyers in this region. Formerly the Ag Technology Show, it has expanded our trade show into the industrial markets to showcase and display the latest in high ...

01/08/09-02/12/09Film Series 2008
Great Falls    406-727-8733

The Lewis and Clark Film Series opens Thursday. All film series focus on treatment of Lewis and Clark in film. The films show at 7 p.m. 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 Inter ...

01/08/09-01/11/09Seeley Lake Sled Dog Races
Seeley Lake    406-362-4853

The Seeley Lake 200 and 300 mile sled dog races will be held the weekend of January 8, 9, 10 and 11 2009. Both races are Iditarod qualifying races and the field will be limited to 30 teams combined this year. The 300 mile race will start at the Seeley Creek Trailhead at 4:00pm on January 8th. The ...

01/09/09-01/11/09Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals - 29th Annual
Great Falls    406-727-8900

The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals are held at the State Fairgrounds in Great Falls. Over 96 of Montana's best PRCA pro rodeo contestants travel to Great Falls to pit their wit and ability against the skill and heart of Montana's finest PRCA rodeo stock. Also included are the Miss Rodeo Mont ...

01/09/09-01/10/09Ag Days and Trade Show
Sidney    406-433-1206

This two-day trade show has livestock judging, seminars, farm video tours, and Ag in the Classroom displays, topped off by a banquet on Saturday night featuring popular entertainment. ...

01/10/09St. Nick's Nordic Festival
Big Sky    800-514-4644

A day filled with outdoor winter fun for the whole family. Recently named the #1 Nordic Ski Center in the country, Lone Mountain Ranch will be holding its annual festival geared at getting everyone out and enjoying the trails by cross country skis or snowshoes. A $5 entry fee allows for the use of ...

01/10/09-01/25/09Community Race Series - Alpine and Telemark
Bozeman    800-223-9609

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

01/10/09-01/11/09Annual Ski Fest
Essex    406-888-5700

The Annual Ski Fest is a worldwide celebration of cross-country skiing. Featuring family activities, equipment demonstrations, free ski lessons, discounted ski rentals and free ski trail passes. Special room rates are available.



A great way to get acquainted with cross country skiing. The week ...

01/15/09-01/17/09MAGIE MT Agricultural and Industrial Expo
Great Falls    406-761-7600

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

01/16/09-01/18/09Great Rockies Sportshow
Billings    406-580-3907

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



This three day ...

01/17/09-01/24/09Sno-Ball
Big Sky    800-548-4486

Enjoy watching regional professionals carve their ice masterpieces, while kids can help form snow features. Other activities include a bouncer room for children and ski and snowboard demos. When the sun goes down the event transforms into a party held in the sno-bar, which is designed with walls, ...

01/17/09-02/21/09Winter Warm-ups
Great Falls    406-727-8733

Saturdays 10am - Noon, join a member of the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center staff to learn more about a specific aspect of the Lewis and Clark expedition. These informal programs take place in various venues around the Center and last about two hours. Limited to 15 participants. Children must ...

01/22/09-01/25/09Montana Winter Fair
Lewistown    406-538-3007

Montana Winter Fair is a state winter fair consisting of a livestock show, bull expo, youth livestock events, fiddlers contest, art swap and shop, youth educational events, commercial exhibits, farm forum, death by chocolate competition, photography, quilts, farm equipment displays, stock dog trials ...

01/23/09-01/25/09Bozeman Home Show
Bozeman    406-580-3907

At the Bozeman Home Show you'll discover home improvement ideas, builders, landscape, garden and building products, furnishings, art, home and garden goods and services and so much more! ...

01/23/09Margarita Meltdown
Great Falls    406-454-1449

Margarita Meltdown is an event with an 'island' theme.



That's right baby, the parrots are joining the eagle! Parrotheads and Eagle Mount that is, the HOTTEST Ticket in the Falls is the one that gets you into Margarita Meltdown. Think of it as a Cheeseburger just north of the Paradise Valley. We ...

01/23/09-01/25/09Seeley Lake Area Winterfest
Seeley Lake    406-677-2880

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

01/24/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Free Family Concert
Billings    877-321-2074

The Billings Symphony Orchestra presents Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf in two free performances.



This youth concert, which is part of the Symphony's community education/access program, is free. ...

01/24/09-01/25/09Ice Fishing Derby
Havre    406-265-4383

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



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

01/24/09-01/25/09Lion's Club Perch Ice Fishing Derby
Townsend    406-266-5790

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



Saturday: Perch Derby - Largest Perch

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

01/25/09-03/08/0930th Annual Southeastern Montana Juried Exhibit
Miles City    406-234-0635

The 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.



A 'Traveling Collection' chosen from these entries will ...

01/29/09Wine and Food Festival
Conrad    406-278-7843

Conrad's Culinary event of the year. Please your palette while indulging your senses. An enjoyable evening for wine enthusiast to sample gourmet foods and premium wines. silent auction and dance to follow tasting. ...

01/30/09Micro Brew Review and Cool Dog Ball
Helena    406-447-1535

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

01/31/09Montana Senior Olympic Winter Games/Nordic Event
Bozeman    406-586-5543

The Montana Senior Olympic Winter Games/Nordic Event includes 5K and 10K classic and freestyle. Races are open to both men and women 45 years and older. All abilities welcome to participate. Medals (gold, silver and bronze) awarded in 5 year age brackets. ...

01/31/09Frost Fever/Winterfest
Missoula    406-721-7275

Frost Fever/Winter Festival - 5k fun run, sports events, outdoor adventures, special events at Currents Aquatics Center. 406-721-PARK, www.missoulaparks.org ...

01/31/09Whitefish Theater Company: John Gorka and Susan Werner
Whitefish    406-862-5371

John Gorka and Susan Werner

John, honored icon of folk tradition and Susan, a versatile artist of folk, jazz, and pop come together for an evening of musical magic.



Two talented singer-songwriters join forces for an evening of unique songcraft featuring John's rich baritone and Susan's sassy wi ...

02/06/09-02/07/09Chocolate Festival
Anaconda    406-563-2422

Local merchants give away free chocolates to all customers. A constable fines any merchants found not giving away chocolate, with proceeds going to their favorite charity. A Children's Valentine Box Contest, ages K-6th, the winner receiving a $50.00 Savings Bond.



The Annual Quilt Exhibit and ...

02/06/09Artwalk Billings - February
Billings    406-259-6563

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

02/06/09-02/08/09Great Rockies Sportshow
Great Falls    406-580-3907

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

02/06/09-02/08/09Whitefish Winter Carnival
Whitefish    406-862-3501

Whitefish Winter Carnival's excitement includes Saturday's Grand Parade, Penguin Plunge, Kiddie Carnival, Yeti Snow Skate, Pie Social and live music. Come join us and be a part of the fascinating mythology of Whitefish for the 50th year!!!



On Saturday at Whitefish Mountain Resort: Winter Car ...

02/07/09Dummy 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 ...

02/07/09Skin to Win/Randonnee Festival
Bozeman    800-223-9609

This is the 5th year for this mountaineering event at Bridger. Recreational and professional divisions for men and women available. This is a high endurance event requiring the ascent of several thousand feet and then descending steep expert terrain. Great prizes for top finishing competitors. D ...

02/07/09Art Auction and Benefit Dinner
Great Falls    406-727-8255 ext 309

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.



The Meadow Lark Country Club will be transformed into an e ...

02/07/09Annual Chocolate and Valentine Fair
Helena    406-442-4000

The Annual Chocolate and Valentine Fair with over 60 vendors is the place to taste or purchase all kinds of delectable food, nuts, craft and gift items. Some of the items you'll find: boxes of chocolates, chocolate-covered huckleberries, pies, cakes, solid chocolate roses, cinnamon nuts, ostrich pr ...

02/07/09Moonlight Snowmobile Poker Run
Lincoln    406-362-4140

This popular event is scheduled around the full moon. The high poker hand wins, but the scenery is the real prize. Join us for fun, food and door prizes. First hand goes out at 6:00pm and last hand out leaves clubhouse at 8:00pm. Prizes awarded at 10:00pm. With 250 miles of groomed trails to e ...

02/07/09Cowtown Beef Breeders Show, Craft Expo & Ag Trade Show
Miles City    877-234-2890

The Cowtown Beef Breeders Show was organized to help the beef industry showcase their breeding programs. It has grown steadily over the past years filling 4 blocks with portable pens back to back and full of yearling bulls. They are allowed to bring up to 6 yearling bulls per pen.



The quality ...

02/13/09-02/14/09Woo at the Zoo
Billings    406-652-8100

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

02/13/09-02/15/09Wild West Winterfest
Bozeman    406-582-3270

Grab your galoshes...and head to the Wild West WinterFest. This annual event will offer a break from the winter time blues. WinterFest kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Some of the activities include horse drawn wagon rides, kid's special Roundup Rodeo, McLien's FFA Farm Barn full of farm ...

02/13/09-02/15/09Valentine's Day Package
Fort Benton    888-838-1882

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

02/13/09-02/14/09Glendive 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 ...

02/13/09-02/18/09Race to the Sky Sled Dog Race
Helena    406-881-3647

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

02/13/09-02/22/09Big 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 ...

02/14/09-02/16/09Montana Snowkite Rodeo
Anaconda    406-442-8009

Montana Snowkite Rodeo is the Northwest's premier snowkiting competition. This freestyle and racing event attracts competitors from multiple countries including powerkiters from Norway, Canada, Sweden and the United States. Kiteboarding has joined the list of wind-driven sports and unleashed never ...

02/14/09Romance at the Moss Mansion
Billings    406-256-5100

Romance at the Moss Mansion will be an evening to remember. Tour guides in each room of the Mansion will give information about the home and answer questions. A romantic dessert for two will be served formally in the dining room. Enchanting carriage rides leave every 15 minutes. Games and light h ...

02/14/09-02/15/09Northern Division Freestyle Competition
Missoula    800-728-2695

This annual event, sanctioned by the U.S.S.A., draws the best skiers in the area for moguls, freestyle competition and jumping. ...

02/14/09-02/15/09Townsend Murder Mystery
Townsend    877-266-4101

Someone in Townsend will be wearing handcuffs when the Murder Mystery is solved. Come help put the guilty person or persons in these cuffs on February 14 and 15th. The era will be 1967...Hippies, Love, Peace and War. Dress up and bring your notebook to solve the murder or murders. Sponsored by t ...

02/15/09100-Mile Snowmobile Poker Run
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-2169

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



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

02/19/09-02/21/0934th Annual Northern Rodeo Association Finals
Billings    406-252-1122

With more than 1,200 contesting members and over 42 sanctioned rodeos throughout the summer rodeo season, the Northern Rodeo Association is one of the largest regional rodeo associations in the United States. The Northern Rodeo Association Finals are hosted each February in indoor comfort by the Me ...

02/19/09-02/21/09Montana 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 Billings Home and Garden Show and The Health & Fitness Expo.



The MATE exhibits include large machinery and seed and fertilizer companies. ...

02/20/09-02/22/09Cardboard Classic Creative Judging, Parade & Races
Red Lodge    800-444-8977

Winter Carnival is a much anticipated three-day themed event in Red Lodge for kids and adults. Events include the Cardboard Classic Most Creative Judging, Parade and Race, Fat Tire Mountain Bike Race, King and Queen of the Mountain Race, scavenger and treasure hunts, Bogart's Jalapeno Eating Contes ...

02/20/09-02/22/09Winter Carnival
Red Lodge    800-444-8977

Winter Carnival is a much anticipated three-day themed event in Red Lodge for kids and adults. This year events include the Cardboard Classic Most Creative Judging, Parade and Race, Mini Griz Skin to Win Race, King and Queen of the Mountain Race, Bogart's Jalapeno Eating Contest, live music, and the ...

02/20/09Whitefish Theater Company: Balfa Toujours
Whitefish    406-862-5371

Balfa Toujours are called 'the future of Cajun music'.



Led by Christine Balfa, daughter of legendary Cajun fiddler Dewy Balfa, this group has taken generations of inspiration and created a vibrant Cajun sound all their own, never losing the 'joie de vivre' that epitomizes their culture, ...

02/21/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Music Inspired by Art
Billings    877-321-2074

A musical adventure that visits France via a Spain-inspired opera, Italy via the brush of an Italian master, across the continents via a saxophone driven film score and a St. Petersburg's art exhibit against a backdrop of local student's art.



Sponsored by: Underriner Motors. For information or t ...

02/21/09-02/22/09Spring Home Improvement Show
Bozeman    406-582-3488

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

02/21/09Ice Fishing Tournament
Glasgow    406-228-2222

Competition ice fishing in the Marina Bay at Fort Peck Lake! Top prize is $2,000, with other cash prizes and merchandise prizes. Any fish caught could be the winner from perch to northern pike; walleyes are accepted too!



Bring the whole family, dress warmly and expect to have a lot of fun. The ...

02/21/09Scholarship/Charity Snowmobile Poker Run
Lincoln    406-362-4140

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

02/21/09-02/22/09Snowbowl Cup Gelande Championship
Missoula    800-728-2695

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

02/27/09-03/01/09Great Rockies Sportshow
Kalispell    406-585-3424

Catch the BIG ONE! Great Rockies Sportshow in Kalispell is the Flathead Valley's premier sport show featuring a huge variety of exhibitors, features, and seminars on the great outdoors. Whether its fishing, hunting, camping, boats, vacation travel or the great outdoors, northwest Montana sportsmen ...

02/28/09Legends of the Wulf Nordic Ski Race
Anaconda    406-782-0316

Legends of the Wulf Nordic Ski Race, formerly Ben Ali Haggin's Mile High Nordic Ski Race, is a freestyle Nordic ski race with distances of 1, 2, 5, 9, and 19 km. The entry fee is $25 for adults and $15 for juniors 17 and under, and ask for family rates. A meal and awards at end of race is included ...

02/28/09-03/01/09Terrain 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. Snowboarders will be on Saturday and skiers will be on Sunday. ...

03/01/09-03/03/09Special Olympics State Winter Games
Whitefish    800-242-6876

A highlight of the winter season, the Special Olympics Montana State Winter Games bring together more than 200 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches for three days of winter sports competition at The Big Mountain Ski and Summer Resort in Whitefish. Under the guidance of hundreds of volunteer ...

03/02/09Whitefish Theater Company: Ailey II
Whitefish    406-862-5371

Ailey II



The nation's most talented young dancers embark on a tour to awe and inspire audiences of all ages. 'Ailey II can be counted on to deliver high-energy dancing made even more electric by the push of youthful ambition' (New York Times). Universally acknowledged as one of the best dance co ...

03/05/09-03/08/09Winter 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 ...

03/06/09Friday Night Quarter Pipe
Big Sky    406-995-5765

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

03/06/09-03/08/09Billings Home Improvement Show
Billings    800-303-3114

This is MONTANA'S largest Home Show with over 600 exhibit spaces and a three day attendance of over 30,000 people. This is the 26th Anniversary Show and the public looks forward to this show each year. Over 120,000 square feet of exhibit space.



Over $15,000.00 In grand prizes given away by the ...

03/06/09-03/15/09Whitefish Theater Company: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Whitefish    406-862-5371

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?



The plsy that made Edward Albee a household name; made into a famous movie with Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor.



A 'scorching, scalding, revealing and completely engrossing drama.'



Friday, March 6 and 13

Saturday, March 7 and 14

Sunday, March 8 and 15 ...

03/07/09-03/08/09Rocky Mountain Arts & Crafts Festival
Billings    800-543-2505 ext 1372

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, cosmetics and candy.



Arts and crafts vendors from throughout several states showcase their marvelous tal ...

03/07/09Pinhead Classic
Bozeman    800-223-9609

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

03/07/09Wine 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 o ...

03/07/09-03/08/09Snowboard Jam
Missoula    800-728-2695

Snowboard Jam consists of two days of events for snowboarders, including Giant Slalom, Slope Style Jam and the Monster Air contest. Cash purse and prizes. USSA-sanctioned. ...

03/07/09Rendezvous Cross-Country Ski Race
West Yellowstone    406-640-0465

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



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

03/08/09Winterfest
Big Sky    800-943-4111

Come out to Winterfest for a day of fun, family, and friends. The registration starts at noon at the Big Sky Community Park in the Meadow Village, with races beginning at 12:30 p.m. At Winterfest you can be sure to find happenings throughout the day including both children's activities and races, ...

03/12/09-03/16/097th Annual Early Music Festival
Helena    406-933-5246

Featured artists in Thursday concert: Evanne Browne (Soprano), Bailey Whiteman (mezzo soprano), Kevin Sutton (tenor), Bobb Robinson (baritone), Robert Tudor (baritone)with Heather Barnes (Soprano) and Robert Psurny (tenor). Kerry Krebill conducts Musikanten Montana. Brandhout Ensemble plays Friday ...

03/13/09-03/15/09Cabin Fever Gun Show
Bozeman    406-586-6179

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. ...

03/13/09-03/14/09Eastern Montana Celtic Festival
Glendive    406-377-6690

Friday:

Glendive Moose Lodge #949 serves its annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Lunch 11-1:30 pm. Menu for the Coffee Den will be traditional Irish meals. Watch for other Irish fare around town.



Pipe Band & Cavalry travel to Maddhatters Irish Pub



Across the river to Twilite for Jared Steward Band

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03/13/09Green Feet Fun Fest
Lewistown    406-535-5436

A thank you event to the community we serve. Free hot dogs and soft drinks and music on Main Street. ...

03/14/09Annual St. Patrick's Race
Anaconda    406-563-7618

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 leave at 10: am from LockerRoom Bar. Drinks and food available. $15.00 entry fee includes T-shirt. The cost is $15 for pre-registration an ...

03/14/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Happy Birthday Bach!
Billings    877-321-2074

Inspired by his deep religious beliefs, Bach's compositions are revered for their intellectual depth and technical and artistic beauty. On March 21 the world celebrates 323 years of Johann Sebastian Bach. The Orchestra and Chorale kick-off the celebration with Orchestral Suite No.3 as well as othe ...

03/14/09Spring Fling & Hog Roast
Cooke City    406-838-2036

The Annual Spring Fling & Hog Roast, a fund raiser to benefit the local volunteer organizations is loaded with fun. Be sure and call in advance for reservations, as this favorite event fills the town. The auction starts at 4:00pm, dinner to follow and a band. Items in the auction include fabulous ...

03/14/09Irish Fair
Libby    406-293-2336

Libby's Irish Fair is an annual event. Raffles, free entertainment and craft show will be from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Concert tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.



Celebrate the start of spring and our local Irish heritage. Visit our web site for additional information www.libbyirishfair. ...

03/14/09Milk River Wagon Train Feed and Dance
Malta    406-654-2677

Enjoy the tall tales, companionship and vittles of veterans and 'scissor-billed' greenhorns as we share adventures of life in northern Montana, fueled by a scrumptious feed of Rocky Mountain Oysters and other tender morsels. You can dance to the music of a genuine old time fiddle band. Admission f ...

03/14/09-03/15/09National 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!



The Red Lodge Ski-Joring Association each year hosts The National Finals Ski-Joring Races. It is a two-day event which, this yea ...

03/14/09-03/15/09Nate 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 ...

03/15/09Duggan 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. Mu ...

03/15/09-03/17/09St. Patrick's Day Events
Butte    800-735-6814

Sunday: Friendly Sons of St. Patrick's Banquet.



Monday: The crowning of St. Urho



Tuesday: Mass at St. Patrick's church with the Ancient Order of Hiberians at 8:00am. St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festivities start at 11:00am in Uptown Butte. The St. Patrick's Day Parade lines up and leaves fro ...

03/15/09-04/26/09Robert DeWeese: A Look Ahead
Miles City    406-234-0635

This comprehensive survey of works by Robert DeWeese examines pioneering modernist selections from the Holter Museum of Arts vast DeWeese collection. DeWeese (1920 - 1990) was a pioneering modernist whose creativity, warmth and generosity made him a Montana art legend.



The opening reception is S ...

03/15/09-04/26/09Speaking Volumes: Transforming Hate
Miles City    406-234-0635

Seeking to promote arts-based civic dialogue, artist were invited to reflect upon, respond to, or transform white supremacist hate propaganda. More than 100 artist from coast to coast working as individuals and as teams, responded in astonishing ways using a wide range of media; sculpture, video, pa ...

03/16/09-03/18/09Householder Horse Clinic
Lewistown    406-535-8841

Householder Clinic is a horse clinic which teaches basic horsemanship. Need to call the Fergus County Fairgrounds to sign up. ...

03/17/09St 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 ...

03/17/09St. Patrick's Day Parade
Kalispell    406-758-2800

Join the fun and be sure to wear green and watch for leprechauns! ...

03/18/09-03/22/09C.M. Russell Auction & Exhibitors Show
Great Falls    800-803-3351

The 41st Annual C.M. Russell Auction, named after the famous cowboy artist, benefits the local C.M. Russell Museum. The event includes two major auctions, Chuckwagon Brunch, three receptions and two quick draws. Free admittance to 100-plus artist exhibitor rooms and seminars. All artist exhibito ...

03/18/09-03/22/09Western 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 ...

03/19/09-03/22/09Great Falls Native American Art Show
Great Falls    406-761-1371

The Great Falls Native American Art Show is over 26 years old and is sponsored by the Great Falls Native American Art Association. The show will feature over 50 Native American artists.



Artist must be enrolled tribal members and show their tribal identification cards. This event will include Ma ...

03/19/09-03/22/09Jay 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 ...

03/20/09-03/21/09Northeast Montana Farm Expo
Plentywood    406-765-1480

Each year KATQ Radio sponsors its annual Farm Expo, bringing in agricultural and household exhibits from Montana, North Dakota and Canada. Educational seminars daily. Friday night's banquet includes a featured guest speaker. ...

03/20/09-03/22/09World 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 ...

03/21/09-03/22/09Annual Snow Rodeo
Essex    406-888-5700

The Annual Snow Rodeo contains hilarious events for the whole family on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. These are basic rodeo events but the contestants are on skis! Spectators and contestants welcome. Bareback bronc ride down the mountain on an inner tube horse on skis. Rope a wooden goat while tr ...

03/21/09-03/22/09Montana State Snowboard and Free-Ski Championships
Marysville    406-449-3746

Montana State Snowboard and Free-Ski Championships, please check www.skigd.com for more information. ...

03/21/09Barnyard Bunch Annual 4-H Tack Swap
Stevensville    406-531-3522

Barnyard Bunch Annual 4-H Tack Swap is the largest Horse Tack Sale in the Bitterroot Valley. New and used Tack consigned and vendors with Montana made products. Come check out the 'Bargains Galore'. ...

03/22/09Spring Fling Trade Show & Craft Show
Lewistown    406-535-3441

Spring is almost here and the way to celebrate the beginning of spring is at Spring Fling at the Fergus County Fairgrounds Trade Center. This grand event, sponsored by KXLO-KLCM radios, has been taking place in Lewistown for over 27 years and an Arts and Crafts and Home Business Show is in the newl ...

03/22/09North Dakota Downhill
Missoula    800-728-2695

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. ...

03/26/09-03/29/09Wayne 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. Feat ...

03/27/09-03/29/09SWMBIA Home Show
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.



The SWMBIA Home Show is the only Home Show put on by the Professionals of the Building Industry. Whether remod ...

03/27/09-03/29/09Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Spring Gun Show
Kalispell    406-755-3980

Large display of guns, antique, and modern and accessories for sale. Custom western jewelry, knives, and art. ...

03/27/09-03/29/09Lion's Club Basketball Tournament
Plentywood    406-765-1803

Lion's Club Basketball Tournament is a youth basketball tournament for 4th through 9th grade - boys and girls. Open to anyone interested in basketball and a good time! ...

03/27/09Whitefish Theater Company: Chic Gamine
Whitefish    406-862-5371

Chic Gamine



A vocal super-group from Winnipeg's French Quarter, Chic Gamine, using their voices as insturments, love experimenting with vocal roots music of all kinds, bringing it to a whole new level. www.chicgamine.com



The group draws inspiration from the music they love - gospel, soul, root ...

03/28/09-03/29/09Rimrock Opera: Carmen
Billings    406-671-2214

Carmen: French opera by Georges Bizet.



Carmen, the irresistible gypsy girl, ignites and manipulates the love-struck soldier, Don Jose, and the pair set the stage ablaze. As familiar as Bizet's music is to nearly every ear, it never fails to ravish the senses. In celebration of our tenth season, R ...

04/01/09-04/16/09Cycle Only Days
West Yellowstone    406-646-7701

Perfect ways to spend springtime days! Ride in Yellowstone for free and before the park opens to public automobiles or buses. Animals are abundant and days are invigorating. Ride to Madison Junction, Canyon or Mammoth Hot Springs--the only limitation is your energy. Note: the road between Madiso ...

04/02/09-04/05/09MSU 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. Seven schools will be on hand for the event. These schools include: Montana State, Unive ...

04/03/09-04/04/09Spring Fling Home Garden & Sports Expo
Glendive    406-377-5601

The Spring Fling Home Garden and Sports Expo features exhibit booths of merchandise for home remodeling and restoration, lawn and garden equipment and arts and crafts. Also featured are related seminars. ...

04/03/09-04/05/0929th Annual Home & Garden Show & Sale
Great Falls    406-899-2099

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. Pu ...

04/04/09Family Connections Annual Childrens Activity Fair
Great Falls    800-696-4503

Family Connections Annual Children's Activity Fair is a fun filled family event. There are various information booths to help the parents, aunts, uncles and grandparents become aware of the organizations in Great Falls that could possibly be beneficial to them. There are cake walks, trike-a-thon, ...

04/04/0925th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show
Helena    406-449-7801

Over 90 Montana juried artists and craftsmen exhibit at this event. The Annual Easter Basket Contest and silent auction is held in conjunction with the art & craft show. The contest benefits Helena Headstart Children. ...

04/04/09St. John's Lutheran Road to Health-Health Fair
Libby    406-293-0164

Spring has sprung and health and fitness are in the air. The annual St. John's Lutheran Hospital's Community Health Fair is promising to be bigger and better than ever before. The fair will be at the Libby Memorial Center.



The annual Health Fair is a celebration of health and wellness with th ...

04/04/09Run for the Trees
Missoula    406-721-7275

Celebrate Arbor Day at the annual Run for the Trees featuring a 5K fun run and 5K walk for all ages. Participants receive a long-sleeved t-shirt and a free seedling to plant. Gift certificates, door prizes and more! The course highlights the Ron MacDonald Riverfront Trail System. ...

04/04/09Mannequin 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 Mannequin Jump where you can build your own jumper or just come to watch. It's fun!



Have you ever seen a skiing, fly ...

04/04/09Pond 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 ...

04/05/092009 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 ...

04/10/09-04/11/09American 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 ...

04/10/09-04/19/09The Heron Players Spring Performance
Heron    877-328-7659

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

04/11/09Spring 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 ...

04/11/09Ennis 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 morning before Easter at the Ennis Lions Park. ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Billings    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-04/19/09PBR 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.



Forty-five of the toughest men in the world, elite m ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Bozeman    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Butte    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Great Falls    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Helena    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-05/09/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Kalispell    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/17/09-04/18/0941st Annual Kyi-Yo Celebration
Missoula    406-243-5403

The Kyi-Yo Celebration seeks to enhance cultural awareness on campus and create a more diverse atmosphere in our community. Kyi-Yo members strive to give people pride in their own culture as well as an appreciation of each other's unique identities. By hosting a powwow at The University of Montana ...

04/17/09-05/05/09Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop
Missoula    406-439-2930

Get ready for the most exciting quilt shop hop you've ever experienced; over 40 stores waiting to fulfill your quilting adventure! This spring marks the 7th year for the Circle of Friends Montana Shop Hop, the largest quilting shop hop in the United States. Each year we strive to bring you the lates ...

04/18/09Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Chee-Yun
Billings    877-321-2074

Three classical masters are celebrated in an evening of crowning achievements. Mozart: Overture to the Marriage of Figaro represents one of the best operas ever written. Beethoven: Violin Concerto, one of the most important works of the violin concerto, will be performed by the charismatic Chee-Yun ...

04/18/09-04/19/09NEU Celebration - Mind/Body/Spirit Fair
Missoula    406-227-8401

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



NEU celebration opens a wide canopy to celebra ...

04/18/09Whitefish Theater Company: The Gospel Hummingbirds
Whitefish    406-862-5371

The Gospel Hummingbirds



The Grammy-nominated Gospel Hummingbirds sing propulsive, soulful gospel that's beautiful even while capturing the edginess of urban life. www.thegospelhummingbirds.com



'Gospel music is about making a joyful noise...The Hummingbirds practically raise the roof with their ...

04/19/09Summit Classic 5K/10K
Kalispell    406-751-4133

The Summit Classic 5K will be hosted at The Summit Fitness Center in Kalispell, Montana. The Summit Classic is a 5/10 kilometer walk/jog/run community event on the paved streets surrounding The Summit. This event, which may draw as many as 2,000 people, is scheduled for the weekend before Bloomsda ...

04/24/09-04/25/0915th Annual Montana Storytelling Roundup
Cut Bank    406-336-3253

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, ...

04/24/09-04/26/09David 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. ...

04/24/09-04/26/09Rendezvous Days
Eureka    406-889-4636

This is the Annual Rendezvous Days, an annual spring festival held in the beautiful Tobacco Valley of Northwest Montana featuring lots of fun activities to celebrate getting through another Montana winter! A kickoff dinner and concert will be held Friday night. Pre-show and main event to be announ ...

04/24/09-04/26/09Falls Quilt Guild Biennial Quilt Show
Great Falls    406-264-5312

A celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Falls Quilt Guild April 24 - 26, 2009 at Montana ExpoPark Exhibition Hall in Great Falls. More than 300 quilts, merchant mall, antique quilt display, demonstrations, raffle quilt, hourly door prizes. Special display from Hall of Fame honorees. $4 admis ...

04/24/09-04/25/09Buddy 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 ...

04/24/09-04/26/09Flatiron Quilt Show
Thompson Falls    406-827-3666

The Flatiron Quilting Guild invites you to take a step back in time at our annual Flatiron Quilt Show. This is one of the largest quilt shows in northwest Montana with over 200 entries on display and some for sale. This is a judged quilt show with special ribbons. There will be a beautiful quilte ...

04/25/09Party for the Planet
Billings    406-652-8100

Come to ZooMontana and Party for the Planet in our Earth Day celebration! Local businesses and organizations will be there to help teach you about ways to live more eco-friendly. Games and activities will also be provided. ...

04/25/09-04/26/09Annual Eureka Dune Runners Sand Drag
Eureka    406-889-5360

Eureka Dune Runners, a 4X4 race club, will offer an exciting time with fun for the entire family with its annual sand drag. Race excitement includes blower cars, modified 4X4s. Come enjoy the mud, and bring ear plugs and lawn chairs. The races are broken down into classes. There is a spot for ev ...

04/25/09-04/26/09Scraps and Threads Annual Quilt Show
Eureka    406-889-5935

The Scraps and Threads Quilt Guild of Eureka, Montana holds its annual Quilt Show at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Eureka. In addition to a fabulous array of quilts, demonstrations on quilting techniques will be held throughout the weekend. There will be a tearoom serving coffee, tea and cooki ...

04/25/09Wine 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.



This package also includes luxurious guest rooms exquisitely furnished and breakfast the next morning. ...

04/25/09Montana Horses Annual Horse Roundup and Drive
Three Forks    888-685-3697

Each year, Montana Horses hosts a Spring Roundup that's right out of the Old West, with a three-day horse drive from the hills around Willow Creek back to the home ranch on the Missouri River. Participants (limited to 20 guests) help roundup several hundred head of horses from their winter range, t ...

04/26/09Taste 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 15 chefs. This is Bigfork's premier spring event! Taste of Bigfork is a benefit for Habitat for Humanity and the Bigfork Area Chamber. ...

04/26/09Spring Scramble Race
Billings    406-656-9960

The Spring Scrambles at the Billings Motorcycle Club is a great start to a challenging race season. The event features racing on a great mile of twists and turns with no jumps. It is the perfect way to get back into the seat after a long winter.



The Billings Motorcycle Club is known for running ...

04/26/092009 Ice Breaker Road Race
Great Falls    406-771-1265

The Ice Breaker Road Race is one of the premier running events of the state. This is our 30th year. 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 ...

04/28/09-05/28/09Montana 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 cas ...

05/01/09Artwalk Billings - May
Billings    406-259-6563

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

05/01/09-06/21/09Western 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 ...

05/01/09-05/03/09Meet Me In Missoula
Missoula    406-532-3240

On the first weekend in May, a remarkable number of cultural events will be enjoyed in Missoula.



This is a great opportunity for folks to experience the wonderful diversity of cultural activity that Missoula offers all in one weekend. Come experience spring, and a wealth of local culture and crea ...

05/01/09-05/10/09Whitefish Theater Company: Annie Junior
Whitefish    406-862-5371

Annie Jr.

Enjoy the all-kids cast Junior version of this classic, well-known musical (a la The Music Man). Fun for the whole family! Includes favorite songs as 'Tomorrow' and 'Hard Knock Life'. Directed by April Vogel.



Friday, May 1 and 8

Saturday, May 2 and 9

Sunday, May 3 and 10 ...

05/02/09The Billings Symphony: Derby Day
Billings    877-321-2074

Annual Symphony Derby Day: Join your friends to watch the running of the 135th Kentucky Derby. Bet on a calcutta of horses or try your luck at live off-track betting. Enjoy (optional) Mint Juleps and hors d'oeuvres. In keeping with Southern tradition, we ask that ladies wear Derby hats and gents wea ...

05/02/09Cruisin' The Drag 2009
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!



8:00am - 10:00am: Cruisin' The Drag Car Show Registration and Check In



10:00am - 4:00pm: Cruisin' The Drag Car Show

See over 500 vehicles of all years, makes and models on Central Avenu ...

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

May 2 (Saturday)

5:00pm - 7:00pm

State Park Hiking Series at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park

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

05/02/09-09/26/09Valley Farmers Market
Hamilton    406-961-0004

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

05/02/09-10/16/09Clark Fork River Farmers Market
Missoula    406-396-0593

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

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

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

05/03/09Spring Classic Motorcross Race
Billings    406-656-9960

The Spring Classic Motocross Race marks almost a decade of great motocross racing at Billings Motorcycle Club. Almost three hundred motorcycle riders will come out to test themselves in the first major race of the season. The jumps are big, the turns are deep and the speeds are fast as some of the ...

05/03/09Lewis and Clark Honor Guard Encampment
Great Falls    406-727-8733

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, noon to 5 p.m. Visitors may also enter the building to see the Interpre ...

05/03/09Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center 11th Anniversary
Great Falls    406-727-8733

An afternoon of family-oriented activities mark the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center's tenth 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 ...

05/03/09CCP's Annual Kite Festival
Helena    888-244-5368

Come join the fun at CCP's Annual Kite Festival! Fly a kite, enjoy concessions, live music, face painting and tattoos for kids. The Kite Festival is fun for the entire family. We guarantee you will have a great time! No pets please. No admission fees. Free kites available or bring your own!



The K ...

05/03/09Mothers' Day Style Show & Luncheon
Malta    406-654-1037

Mothers' Day Style Show & Luncheon will be held on the beautiful and historic grounds of the H.G. Robinson House and Gardens. Treat yourself, friends and family to the Spring Style Show, presented by Family Matters, complimented by a salad buffet luncheon. Entertainment, exhibits, and demonstratio ...

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

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

05/08/09-05/09/09Dinner Theater in Belt
Belt    406-781-4489

Exciting News about Vigilante Theater Company '09 Opener: 'Lost Chance at Last Gulch'



Three veteran Vigilantes reunite to create a little leap into the past when television was as young as we were every local TV station beamed its own version of Howdy Doody or Captain Kangaroo. This particular t ...

05/08/09-05/11/09Spring Bibler Home and Garden Tours
Kalispell    406-756-3963

Encompassing four sloping acres the Bibler Gardens are filled with luscious lawns, flowing streams and ponds, and many cultivated flower beds that flourish through four blooming phases, from Spring through Fall. New this year is the premier of the newly enhanced Inuit art exhibit and re-landscaped ...

05/08/09-05/10/09Mothering Up Cowboy Poetry Gathering
White Sulphur Springs    406-547-3772

The annual Mothering Up Cowboy Poetry Gathering and Pickers is scheduled for Mother's Day weekend. Many of Montana's own cowboy poets and musicians are the featured performers! Profits from the Saturday night show and silent auction held throughout the day will be donated to the Meagher County/City ...

05/09/09Annual Big Timber Bull-a-Rama
Big Timber    406-932-6228

Annual Big Timber Bull-a-Rama! This event features 40 of the region's top bull riders from Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, North and South Dakota and Canada. These cowboys will compete for an $8,700 purse. If you enjoy excitement and danger, then the Big Timber Bull-a-Rama is the place to be. Watch, on ...

05/09/09