Weekend PICKS: Thursday, January 18th thru Sunday, January 21st
POW! Get out the slats, and head for the hills! We’re climbing out of the deep-deep freeze into more comfortable January temps, we got the snow we’ve been begging for, and it’s going to be a great weekend to be out there. We have more than plenty of indoor and outdoor pursuits to choose from. The MUG has compiled the most comprehensive list of events from Thursday thru Sunday in Missoula and around Western Montana, all right here for you to make your own Weekend PICKS!
Skiing? All of the of the area resorts are open, lifts are spinning, and it’s go-time! And just like that, our ski season is in full swing. You can’t go wrong with any of the hills; probably the biggest decision to make about your destination has more to do with road conditions – check the MDOT / 511 Map before you roll out.
There are around 80 local music shows of one kind or another in the area throughout the weekend… we have options!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of activities and events are happening not only around Missoula, but all the way up the Flathead and the Bitterroot valleys, east to Phillipsburg and Anaconda, and out west past Alberton. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier, there are some outstanding pit stops to make along the way.
Get out and enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages – they need your business! Try a new local brew! Support our local artists and vendors at the winter markets. Take the family for a brisk winter hike. Go exploring on the fat bike. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. Stretch that big brain at one of the local trivia nights. Sing your favorite karaoke song, or catch a live music show. Enjoy safely and responsibly.
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to extreme winter weather. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
“Life is like skiing. Just like skiing, the goal is not to get to the bottom of the hill. It’s to have a bunch of good runs before the sun sets.” – Seth Godin
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THURSDAY, January 18
Imagine Ireland at Imagine Nation Brewing Company
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaImagine Ireland music at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Texas Tom at the Knotty Nymph
Knotty Nymph Restaurant & Bar 5388 US Hwy 93, ConnerTexas Tom at the Knotty Nymph in Conner Friday from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday Night Bingo at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonThursday Night Bingo at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Andrew Longaker at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaCross musical genres with guitarist Andrew Longaker from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Missoula's Draught Works
Bearcreek Boys at Bitter Root Brewing
Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus Street, HamiltonStomp your feet to the Bearcreek Boys from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
TNR / Thursday Night XC Ski – Rattlesnake Canyon
Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead Rattlesnake Trail at Sawmill Gulch Road, MissoulaMeet up with the TNR group at 6:00 pm Thursday for a XC ski up Curry Gulch, and then down Sawmill Gulch at Missoula's Rattlesnake Canyon
21 Questions Trivia Thursdays at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, Anaconda +1 more21 Questions Trivia at The Revolver in Anaconda every Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Trivia Night Thursdays at Iron Griz
Iron Griz: American Bistro 515 South Avenue E., MissoulaBring your brainy-est friends to sign up for Trivia Night Thursdays at 7:00 pm at the Iron Griz: American Bistro in Missoula
Riot Ten at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaRiot Ten at The Badlander in Missoula Thursday from 7:00 pm to Midnight
Patti Nolan & The Undeniables at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaPatti Nolan & The Undeniables at the ZACC in Missoula Thursday at 7:30 pm
Country Dance Lessons at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaGet in the swing of things with free Country Dance Lessons every Thursday at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula beginning at 8:00 pm
Karaoke Thursday Nights at Kegler’s Pub in Ravalli Fun Center
Ravalli Fun Center 300 Skeels Avenue, HamiltonKeglers Pub & Casino presents Karaoke Thursday Nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton - come sing your heart out!
Karaoke Thursdays at Missoula Eagles Lodge
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaKaraoke at the Missoula Eagles Lodge 8:00 pm to Midnight every Thursday night - come sing your heart out!
Karaoke Thursday at Plains American Legion Post 129
American Legion Post 129 450 Railroad Avenue, ParadiseKaraoke every other Thursday from 8:00 pm til 2:00 am at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
John Dunnigan at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishIf it's Thursday night in Whitefish, you'll find John Dunnigan live onstage 9:30 pm to 1:00 am at the Great Northern Bar & Grill
Friday, January 19
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Christiane at Cabinet Mountain Brewing
Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. 206 Mineral Avenue, LibbyHave an enchanting Friday evening with Christiane performing live 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Cabinet Mountain Brewing in Libby
At the Grange with Poor Henry and Bike Walk Bitterroot
Rocky Mountain Grange #116 1436 S. 1st Street, HamiltonAt the Rocky Mountain Grange with Poor Henry and Bike Walk Bitterroot in Hamilton Friday beginning at 6:00 pm
FREE Family Roller Skating at Ravalli County Fairgrounds
Ravalli County Fairgrounds 100 Old Corvallis Road, HamiltonFREE Family Roller Skating at Ravalli County Fairgrounds in Hamilton Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Bob Wire at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaBob Wire helps shake off your holidaze haze with a live set of his maximum honky tonk at Missoula's Imagine Nation Brewing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday
John Dunnigan at Grouse Mountain Lodge
Grouse Mountain Lodge 2 Fairway Drive, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan entertains inside Logan's Bar & Grill at Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday evenings
JJ Kind at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellYou'll be mesmerized by JJ Kind at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday
Angel & Davey at the Hungry Bear Bar & Grill
Hungry Bear Bar and Grill 6287 MT Hwy 83, CondonAngel & Davey play live Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Hungry Bear Bar & Grill in Condon
Wolf & The Moons at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaWolf and The Moons take it inside for your best Friday ever from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Cranky Sam Public House in Downtown Missoula
Blue Moon at The Old Post
The Old Post Pub 103 W. Spruce Street, MissoulaBlue Moon at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula Friday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
WMMC Friday Open Mic at The Red Poppy
Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower Street West, RonanFriday Night Open Mic with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at The Red Poppy in Ronan
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloKaraoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Tanner Laws at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, AnacondaTanner Laws at The Revolver in Anaconda Friday at 7:30 pm
Mom Prom at the Rustic Hut
Take Mom to the big dance! at the Mom Prom at the Rustic Hut in Florence Friday at 8:00 pm
MumbleBee and Nes Croft Double Album Release Party at The Senvion
The Senvion 2828 S 3rd St West, MissoulaMumbleBee and Nes Croft Double Album Release Party at The Senvion in Missoula Friday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Motet with Magic Beans at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes The Motet with Magic Beans for a live performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm on Friday, January 19
MyTrueFreedom at The Silver Bullet Bar & Casino
The Silver Bullet Bar & Casino 1700 Montana Hwy 206, Columbia FallsDiscover the feeling of MyTrueFreedom performing live Friday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm at the Silver Bullet Bar & Casino in Columbia Falls
K’Niption Fit at The Garden
The Garden Bar 451 Electric Avenue, BigforkK'Niption Fit at The Garden Bar in Bigfork Friday from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Calamity Cowboy + Night Heron at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaCalamity Cowboy + Night Heron at Monk's Bar in Missoula Friday at 8:00 pm
Brewery & Winery Comedy Tour at Big Mountain Ciderworks
Big Mountain Ciderworks 1349 W. Reserve Drive, KalispellEnjoy a Friday night of the Brewery & Winery Comedy Tour from 9:00 pm to 10:30 pm at Big Mountain Ciderworks in Kalispell
Karaoke Fridays at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaKaraoke team assemble! Every Friday at 9:00 pm at Evaro Bar and Casino
Joan Zen Band at Union Club
Union Club Bar & Grill 208 E. Main Street, MissoulaJoan Zen Band at the Union Club Bar & Grill in Downtown Missoula Friday from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Nite Club
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsDance the night away starting at 9:30 pm Friday & Saturday with live country & rock classics by Whiskey Rose at the Blue Moon Nite Club in Columbia Falls
SATURDAY, January 20
Missoula Valley Winter Market at Southgate Mall (Scheels Entrance)
Southgate Mall 2901 Brooks Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Valley Winter Market happens from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Saturday from November 11 through December 30, and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm January 6 through April 13 inside Southgate Mall near the Scheels entrance
Paper Robots at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonBring your little C3POs and R2D2s & have the kids make their own paper robots from 10:00 am to Noon at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton
Orchard Homes Winter Market
Orchard Homes Country Life Club 2537 S. 3rd Street West, MissoulaOrchard Homes' Winter Markets happen weekly on Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Orchard Homes Country Life Club in Missoula
My Montana Wedding Expo at Flathead County Fairgrounds
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellGet all your plans handled for the big day at My Montana Wedding Expo from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell
Big Sky Reptile Expo at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaSlither and slide your way over to the Big Sky Reptile Expo at the Missoula Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Logan Dudding at The Vault
Philipsburg Brewing Co 101 W. Broadway Street, PhilipsburgLogan Dudding at The Vault at Philipsburg Brewing Company Saturday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tom Catmull at Smelter City Brewing
Smelter City Brewing 101 Main Street, AnacondaMontana singer-songwriter Tom Catmull plays at 5:00 pm Saturday at Smelter City Brewing in Anaconda
David Walburn & Michael Atherton at Sacred Waters Brewing Co.
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellLive music with David Walburn & Michael Atherton 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, January 20 at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Justin Phillips at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellJustin Phillips at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell Saturday at 6:00 pm
Blue Moon at Highlander Beer
Highlander Beer 200 International Drive, MissoulaBlue Moon at Highlander Beer in Missoula Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Jesse The Ocelot at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaJesse The Ocelot at Draught Works in Missoula Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
MyTrueFreedom at Patriotic American Brewery
Patriotic American Brewery 2177 Hwy 2 East, KalispellMyTrueFreedom live on stage at Patriotic American Brewery in Kalispell from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, January 20
John Dunnigan in the Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Avenue, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan plays live Saturdays 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in The Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Randy Marshall at Dusty Star Saloon
Dusty Star Saloon 2205 US Hwy 93 South, KalispellRandy Marshall entertains live from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at the Dusty Star Saloon in Kalispell
Jake Hall at Jerry’s Saloon
Jerry's Saloon at Meadow Creek Golf Course 205 1st Street, FortineHometown artist Jake Hall performs live from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday in Jerry's Saloon at Meadow Creek Golf Course
All the World’s a Stage – Dinner Gala at Bitterroot River Inn
Bitterroot River Inn & Conference Center 139 Bitterroot Plaza Drive, HamiltonAll the World's a Stage - Dinner Gala to benefit Hamilton Players at Bitterroot River Inn in Hamilton Saturday at 6:30 pm
Tanner Laws at Mount Powell Tap Room
Mount Powell Tap Room 320 Main Street, Deer LodgeMontana singer-songwriter Tanner Laws plays live at Mount Powell Tap Room in Deer Lodge at 7:00 pm Saturday, January 20
Road to Carnegie: a Special Concert featuring Jordan Nieman, Emily Hackethorn & friends at Columbia Falls High School
Columbia Falls High School 610 13th Street West, Columbia FallsEnjoy an evening of classical & musical theater music benefiting the Columbia Falls High School Choir raising funds to travel to NYC and sing at Carnegie Hall, at 7:00 pm Saturday, January 20 at CFHS
WMMC Saturday Community Jam at The Red Poppy
Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower Street West, RonanEvery Saturday is Jam Night from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm with the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Red Poppy in Ronan
Blue Collar Band at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloThe Blue Collar Band puts in a hard night's work from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
Karaoke Night at Lolo Hot Springs
Lolo Hot Springs Resort 38500 US Hwy 12, LoloKaraoke Night at Lolo Hot Springs Saturday from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Cahoots at Hamilton Eagles Lodge #1693
Hamilton Eagles 125 N 2nd Street, HamiltonDance to the Cahoots band 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at Hamilton Eagles Lodge
Worst Feelings + Les Duck with Dylan Running Crane at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaWorst Feelings + Les Duck with Dylan Running Crane at the ZACC in Missoula Saturday at 7:30 pm
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Social Hour Comedy with Juan Forno at Flathead Lake Brewing Company
Flathead Lake Brewing Company 116 Holt Drive, BigforkRSVP your seats for Social Hour Comedy Night hosted by Juan Forno with Joe Gomez at Flathead Lake Brewing Company in Bigfork at 7:30 pm Saturday, January 20
The Western Front Band at The Remington Bar
Remington Bar and Casino 130 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Western Front Band at The Remington Bar in Whitefish Saturday at 8:00 pm
Karaoke Saturday Night at A Bar, Montana
A Bar 11032 MT State Highway 83, BigforkBring your Karaoke A-game Saturday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm at A-Bar, Montana in Bigfork
Dirtwire – The Four Directions Tour with Free Creatures at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes Dirtwire with Free Creatures for a live performance on The Four Directions Tour at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm on Saturday, January 20
Dueling Pianos with Josh Farmer & Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaDueling Pianos with Josh Farmer & Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop in Missoula Saturday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Hollywood Knockout at Talking Bird Saloon
Talking Bird Saloon 85 Mullan Gulch Rd, Saint RegisHollywood Knockout at Talking Bird Saloon in St Regis Saturday at 9:00 pm
Jaden Decker at The Corner Bar
The Corner Bar 402 Main Street, Deer LodgeCatch Jaden Decker's debut at The Corner Bar in Deer Lodge starting 9:00 pm Saturday, January 20
Justin Harris Duo at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonJustin Harris Duo at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson Saturday from 9:00 pm to Midnight
Solid Sound Karaoke at Westside Lanes
Westside Lanes & Fun Center 1615 Wyoming, MissoulaSing your heart out at Solid Sound Karaoke 9:00 pm to 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes in Missoula
Mark Duboise and Crossroads at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaBring your dancin' boots to catch Mark Duboise and Crossroads live at Evaro Bar & Casino starting at 9:00 pm Saturday, January 20
Chaddabox & Friends Journey to the East featuring JAAK at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaChaddabox & Friends journey to the East featuring JAAK at Monk's Bar in Missoula Saturday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Zootown Karaoke Saturday Nights at KT’s Hayloft
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloKT's Hayloft Saloon in Lolo is the place to be for Zootown Karaoke starting at 9:00 pm Saturday nights
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Nite Club
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsDance the night away starting at 9:30 pm Friday & Saturday with live country & rock classics by Whiskey Rose at the Blue Moon Nite Club in Columbia Falls
SUNDAY, January 21
Winter Market Ronan
Boys & Girls Club - Ronan 62579 US Hwy 93, RonanWinter Market Ronan, 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm each Sunday through January at the Boys & Girls Club Gymnasium in Ronan, Montana
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Bigfork Bingo Sunday at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkLakeside views and Bigfork Bingo Sunday at 3:00 pm at The Sitting Duck on Woods Bay / Flathead Lake
Geoff Taylor at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaAim a little higher with your Sunday entertainment when Geoff Taylor performs live from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Missoula's Draught Works
Open Mic Sunday Night hosted by Colton C at Bias Brewing
Bias Brewing 412 Main Street, KalispellOpen Mic hosted by Colton C at Bias Brewing in Kalispell from starting at 5:00 pm every Sunday
Dram Tuff Trivia Sundays at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaDram Tuff Trivia hosted by Paul & Stu is going down at 6:00 pm Sunday at Dram Shop Central in Midtown Missoula
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
“The Art of Survival Native American Tools & Techniques” Movie Premiere & Presentation at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, Missoula"The Art of Survival Native American Tools & Techniques" Movie Premiere & Presentation at the ZACC in Missoula Sunday at 7:30 pm
Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience at Wachholz College Center
Wachholz College Center at FVCC 795 Grandview Drive, KalispellLaugh your wizard hat off Sunday at 7:30 pm with "Potted Potter" - the Unauthorized Harry Experience, a parody by Dan and Jeff at FVCC's Wachholz College Center in Kalispell
Very Funny Weekly – Sunday Open Mic Comedy at Ole Beck VFW
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaVery Funny Weekly = Missoula's weekly Sunday Comedy Open Mic hosted by Jordan Demander at 8:00 pm at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to weather. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
Do you have a Western Montana event you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!