Weekend PICKS: Thursday, October 16th thru Sunday, October 19th
Thought we were in for early winter? Nope! It’s shaping for some fantastic fall weather! The MUG is here with all our Weekend PICKS to help you make it to all the autumn October music, markets and events Thursday thru Sunday that you don’t want to miss around Missoula and Western Montana.
The last Ronan Farmers Market of the season happens Thursday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center.
The Three-O perform live 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm Thursday at KettleHouse Tap House in Bonner.
SteveNdebi will be playing live at The Rendezvous in Columbia Falls 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday.
Meet up at 6:00 pm with TNR at Missoula’s Sousa Trailhead for this week’s Thursday Night MTB Ride up the High, Wide and Handsome Trail to Mount Dean Stone (and back down).
Get intimate with Joe Martinez when he plays a solo show 6:00 pm Thursday at The Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls.
Unseen Missoula takes you on a walking two-hour Screams & Spirits Tour of Missoula’s haunted past, starting in front of the fountain at First Interstate Bank downtown at 6:30 pm Thursday, with advance tickets for selected dates available throughout October.
Go see MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre this weekend at 7:30 pm Thursday and Friday; 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm Saturday; and 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm on Sunday.
Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Friday Open Mic / Open Jam from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Logjam Presents welcomes Yung Gravy for a live performance on the Voluptuous Voyage Tour with Pertinence & DJ Tiiiiiiiiiip at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Thursday.
Sign up by 7:45 pm to sit in and perform with Elephant Gerald’s Jazz Jam from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula – special guest Josh Farmer.
John Dunnigan returns to playing at 9:30 pm Thursday at The Great Northern Bar in Downtown Whitefish.
Logjam Presents welcomes Story Pirates for a live performance with Koo Koo on The Amazing Adventure Tour at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 6:00 pm Friday.
Get all Germany-y at Oktoberfest with Bayern Brewing & live music by Chance Cole at Andy’s Crafthouse in Bigfork 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday.
The David Walburn Duo performs 6:00 pm to 9:00 Friday in The Boat Club at The Lodge on Whitefish Lake.
Philipsburg Theatre hosts Disturbia – a Terrifying Haunted House from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays thru October 31.
Get a little spooky-smart with Horror Movie Trivia hosted by Zen at Westslope Distillery in Hamilton starting at 6:45 pm Friday.
ATP Kids presents Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. with performances at Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday; and 3:00 pm Sunday.
Annual guided Ghost Tours are happening at The Conrad Mansion in Kalispell 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays from October 17 thru October 25.
Old Man Ben brings stories and songs from his newest release “New Tales from Old Montana” to Missoula’s Longstaff House at 7:00 pm Friday.
AhhhGetIt Productions present an evening of Burlesque for BOOBIES! – a spooky and sexxxy cancer fundraiser starting 7:00 pm Friday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.
James Mauri plays live from 7:00 pm to 10:00 Friday at The 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan.
Oh, we’ve got the metal, yes we do…Demon Doll, Anoxic, and Grove Ritual are ready to terrify the metal right out of you 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday at Kalispell Eagles 234.
Bigfork Community Players present “A Murder is Announced” – a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm thru October 26.
Get ready to sing your favorite PMJ tunes at the Post Modern Jukebox Karaoke Party hosted by DJ Carlos Coleman 9:00 pm to 1:00 am Friday at Monk’s Bar in Downtown Missoula.
The Joe Martinez Band takes over the stage starting at 9:30 pm Friday at the Great Northern Bar in Whitefish.
Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome Azure Larkwood for a FREE live concert performance / Album Release Party at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:30 pm Friday.
The farmers’ market season enters its final 2-week stretch and all the ones in Downtown Missoula with the Missoula Farmers Market and the Clark Fork River Market, and Hamilton Farmers Market Cooperative all open at 9:00 am Saturday mornings thru October 25. Get the good stuff while you can!
Sign up & lace up for the Harvest Fest Official 5k Fun Run starting 11:00 am Saturday at Canyon Elementary School in Hungry Horse.
After that, stay for all the Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce-hosted Harvest Fest ’25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, also at Canyon Elementary School in Hungry Horse. Besides the 5k in the morning, events include a costume parade, dessert auction, pie eating contest, kid’s crafts, games and activities, chili cook-off, cornbread competition, FREE chili lunch while supplies last, kid’s competitions and more fall activities.
Bring the whole family out to the Bella Vista Pavilion at Fort Missoula Regional Park for a day of autumn fun at the Fall Family Fest from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Saturday.
Go Griz! UM Grizzly Football carries a flawless 6-0 record so far this season vs Sacred Heart University Pioneers at Washington-Grizzly Stadium with gametime kickoff at 1:00 pm Saturday.
Don some wool, ride around town on your old-timey bike, and enjoy a cuppa’ with the 16th Annual Tweed Ride at Free Cycles in Missoula from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday.
Travis Yost and his band Love Is a Dog play live at Blacksmith Brewing in Stevensville 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday.
Get stoked for the season ahead when Proven Progression, Backwoods BMP & Logjam Presents welcome Beyond the Backcountry Winter Kickoff Party + Progression Vol. 2 Premiere at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 6:00 pm Saturday.
That guy is everywhere! The Joe Martinez Band plays live 7:00 pm to 10:00 Saturday at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise.
No kiddin’! – Cahoots plays live from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon in Lolo.
Bring your friends, your appetite, and your best songs for Karaoke Friday Night starting at 7:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork.
Request your favorite songs and hear the banter of Dueling Pianos 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula.
Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm.
Neal Elder plays live at The Rustic Hut in Florence 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday.
Release the bats and dress to depress at the Goth Ball with live dark music by Order of the Static Temple and Academy Order, and DJs Ginger Bat and Sister Midnight 8:00 to, well, Midnight at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula.
Experience Patty PerShayla’s electrifying performance live with opening band J.A.D.E. at Monk’s Bar in Downtown Missoula 8:00 pm to 1:30 am Saturday.
It’s always a good ol’ time when Zootown Karaoke hosts Karaoke Night starting at 9:00 pm every Saturday at KT’s Hayloft Saloon in Lolo.
Ride that train! Merle Travis Peterson brings his Cash & Company show to the Great Northern Bar in Whitefish at 9:30 pm Saturday.
Meet up with Women Bike Missoula for the Bonner Blast Bike Ride starting 11:00 Sunday at the Milltown State Park Confluence Area.
On Sunday, Ronan’s Market on Main has their last one of the season, open 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Get it together! Speed Puzzling Competition returns to Missoula’s Draught Works 12:00 pm Noon to 2:00 pm Sunday.
Come on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite host Sultry Sarah.
Unwind and enjoy the soulful sounds from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Fall Sunday Night Jazz Series, this week featuring Naomi Moon Siegel, in the taproom at Draught Works.
Zach Williams brings his Revival Nights Tour with Ben Fuller, We the Kingdom and Leanna Crawford to UM Adams Center in Missoula at 7:00 pm Sunday.
Bone Dry Comedy hosts Very Funny Weekly Comedy Open Mic every Sunday at 8:00 pm at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Downtown Missoula.
Logjam Presents welcomes Charles Wesley Godwin for a live performance with Danno Simpson opening at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Sunday (SOLD OUT).
Sunday Funday Karaoke is hosted by DJ Nite Wolf from 8:00 pm til Midnight at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon.
We have around 60 live music events listed for the weekend – take your pick! Autumn is here; it’s finally sweater weather.
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of autumn activities and early Halloween events are happening not only around Missoula, but all the way up the Flathead, Mission and Bitterroot valleys, east to Phillipsburg and Anaconda, and out west past Alberton. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier and even Northwestern Montana, there are some outstanding pit stops to make along the way.
Get out & 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 area markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor autumn hike – all the trails are waiting. Fall conditions are excellent just about everywhere for mountain biking. Fall fishing on the lakes and rivers is good, and hunting season is getting underway. 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 weather and holidays. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
“You and me, we used to be together
Every day together, always
I really feel that I’m losin’ my best friend
I can’t believe this could be the end
It looks as though you’re lettin’ go
And if it’s real, well, I don’t want to know”
– No Doubt / “Don’t Speak”
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THURSDAY, October 16
Events for October 16, 2025
Turner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival
Turner Farms 3515 S 3rd St. West, MissoulaTurner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival in Missoula open Noon to 5:00 pm weekdays; Noon to 6:00 pm Saturday; and Noon to 7:00 pm Fridays throughout October
Ronan Farmers Market
Ronan Visitors Center 155-199 US Hwy 93, RonanThe Ronan Farmers Market is every Thursday, May 15 through October 16, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center.
Late Thursday at Missoula Art Museum
Missoula Art Museum 335 N. Pattee Street, MissoulaMissoula Art Museum's after-hours Late Thursdays happen from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of the month
The Three-O at KettleHouse Bonner Tap House
The Three-O perform live 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm Thursday October 16 at KettleHouse Tap House in Bonner
SteveNdebi live at the Rendezvous
SteveNdebi live at the Rendezvous in Columbia Falls Thursday starting at 5:00 pm
Thursday Night Jazz at The Old Post
The Old Post Pub 103 W. Spruce Street, MissoulaLive Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm every Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula
Trivia Thursday at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellArrive early with your black-belt brainy buds for Trivia Thursday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula – High, Wide & Handsome
Meet up at 6:00 pm with TNR at the Sousa Trailhead for this week's Thursday Night MTB Ride up the High, Wide and Handsome Trail to Mount Dean Stone (and back down)
Bingo Night at Kalispell Eagles FOE 234
Kalispell Eagles 234 37 1st Street West, KalispellBingo Night at Kalispell Eagles FOE 234 Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Joe Martinez at the Gunsight Saloon
Get intimate with Joe Martinez when he plays a solo show 6:00 pm Thursday, October 16 at The Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
Unseen Missoula: Screams & Spirits Tour
First Interstate Bank 101 Front Street, MissoulaUnseen Missoula takes you on a walking two-hour Screams & Spirits Tour of Missoula's haunted past, starting in front of the fountain at First Interstate Bank downtown with advance tickets for selected dates available throughout October
Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Night at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
If wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by David Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell
Thursday Night Trivia at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaThursday Night Trivia at Western Cider in Missoula from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Thursday Bingo at The Rhino
The Rhino 158 Ryman St, MissoulaThursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Bingo at 7:00 pm
Country Dance Night Thursdays at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceCountry Dance Night the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month with free lessons at 7:00 pm and DJ & Dancing at The Rustic Hut in Florence
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
Karaoke Thursday at Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaThursday Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32
Yung Gravy – Voluptuous Voyage Tour with Pertinence & DJ Tiiiiiiiiiip at The Wilma
Logjam Presents welcomes Yung Gravy for a live performance on the Voluptuous Voyage Tour with Pertinence & DJ Tiiiiiiiiiip at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Thursday, October 16
Anything Goes Live Jazz Jam featuring Josh Farmer – Speakeasy Sessions at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaSign up by 7:45 pm to sit in and perform with Elephant Gerald's Jazz Jam from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula - special guest Josh Farmer on October 16!
Pro DJ Entertainment Karaoke at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaKaraoke hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment & Productions from 9:00 pm to closing time every Thursday on the main stage at The Sunrise Saloon
John Dunnigan at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan returns to playing at 9:30 pm Thursdays at The Great Northern Bar in Downtown Whitefish
FRIDAY, October 17
Events for October 17, 2025
Turner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival
Turner Farms 3515 S 3rd St. West, MissoulaTurner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival in Missoula open Noon to 5:00 pm weekdays; Noon to 6:00 pm Saturday; and Noon to 7:00 pm Fridays throughout October
Missoula Gun Show at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaDon't miss the Missoula Gun Show when it returns to the Commercial Building at the Missoula Fairgrounds 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms
2025 Missoula Fall Fest every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 19th through October 26th at Grass Valley Farms
Unseen Missoula: Screams & Spirits Tour
First Interstate Bank 101 Front Street, MissoulaUnseen Missoula takes you on a walking two-hour Screams & Spirits Tour of Missoula's haunted past, starting in front of the fountain at First Interstate Bank downtown with advance tickets for selected dates available throughout October
Story Pirates – The Amazing Adventure Tour with Koo Koo at The Wilma
Logjam Presents welcomes Story Pirates for a live performance with Koo Koo on The Amazing Adventure Tour at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 6:00 pm Friday, October 17
Oktoberfest with live music by Chance Cole at Andy’s Crafthouse
Oktoberfest with Bayern Brewing & live music by Chance Cole at Andy's Crafthouse in Bigfork 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday, October 17
David Walburn Duo in the Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Avenue, WhitefishThe David Walburn Duo performs 6:00 pm to 9:00 Friday, October 17 in The Boat Club at The Lodge on Whitefish Lake
Disturbia – a Terrifying Haunted House at Philipsburg Theatre
Philipsburg Theatre 140 S. Sansome Street, PhilipsburgPhilipsburg Theatre hosts Disturbia - a Terrifying Haunted House from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays thru October 31
Horror Movie Trivia at Westslope Distillery
Horror Movie Trivia hosted by Zen at Westslope Distillery in Hamilton starting at 6:45 pm Friday, October 17
ATP Kids: Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishATP Kids presents Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. with performances at Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 3:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Open Mic / Open Jam Friday with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Entertainer Theatre in Ronan
The Pearl (Entertainer) Theatre 410 Main Street SWExperience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Friday Open Mic / Open Jam from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Annual Ghost Tours at The Conrad Mansion
The Conrad Mansion 330 Woodland Avenue, KalispellAnnual Ghost Tours at The Conrad Mansion in Kalispell 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays from October 17 thru October 25
Old Man Ben Larson at Longstaff House
Old Man Ben brings stories and songs from his newest release "New Tales from Old Montana" to Missoula's Longstaff House at 7:00 pm Friday, October 17
Burlesque for BOOOBIES at The Badlander
AhhhGetIt Productions present an evening of Burlesque for BOOBIES! - a spooky and sexxxy cancer fundraiser starting 7:00 pm Friday, October 17 at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula
James Mauri live at The 2nd Chance Saloon
James Mauri plays live from 7:00 pm to 10:00 Friday, October 17 at The 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
Karaoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Demon Doll, Anoxic, and Grove Ritual at Kalispell Eagles 234
Demon Doll, Anoxic, Grove Ritual are ready to terrify the metal right out of you 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday at Kalispell Eagles 234
Bigfork Community Players present “A Murder is Announced” – a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkBigfork Community Players present "A Murder is Announced" - a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm thru October 26
Pianissimo! at UM School of Music Recital Hall
University of Montana School of Music Recital Hall 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaPianissimo! (The Last Best Piece) piano program with the University of Montana School of Music at the Music Recital Hall on campus at 7:30 pm Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, with a smaller "Poco Pianissimo!" performance at 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
Trivia Friday at Plains American Legion Post 129
Trivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Post Modern Jukebox Karaoke Party at Monk’s Bar
Get ready to sing your favorite PMJ tunes at the Post Modern Jukebox Karaoke Party hosted by DJ Carlos Coleman 9:00 pm to 1:00 am Friday, October 17 at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Joe Martinez Band at the Great Northern Bar
Get ready for the Joe Martinez Band to take the stage starting at 9:30 pm Friday at the Great Northern Bar in Whitefish
Loki Karaoke Fridays at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
Azure Lockwood – Album Release Party at The Top Hat
Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome Azure Larkwood for a FREE live concert performance / Album Release Party at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:30 pm Friday, October 17
SATURDAY, October 18
Events for October 18, 2025
Missoula Farmers’ Market
XXXXs on Higgins 531 N. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe original Missoula Farmers' Market for over 50 years at BN Plaza at the XXXX’s at the end of Higgins in Downtown Missoula on Saturdays thru October 25 (9:00 am to 12:30 pm)
Hamilton Farmers Market Cooperative
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonThe Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op runs 9:00 am to 12:30 pm each Saturday from May 3 thru October 25 in Downtown Hamilton
Clark Fork River Market
Riverside Parking Lot (original market location) 225 Pattee Street, MissoulaThe Clark Fork River Market in the Riverside Parking Lot EAST of Caras Park / Bear Tracks Bridge in Downtown Missoula, open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm thru October 25
Zootown Karaoke at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
It's always a good ol' time when Zootown Karaoke hosts Karaoke Night starting at 9:00 pm every Saturday at KT's Hayloft Saloon in Lolo
Harvest Fest ’25 Official 5k Fun Run
Sign up for the Harvest Fest Official 5k starting 11:00 am Saturday, October 18 at Canyon Elementary School in Hungry Horse
Harvest Fest ’25 in Hungry Horse
Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce hosts Harvest Fest '25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, October 18 at Canyon Elementary School
Turner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival
Turner Farms 3515 S 3rd St. West, MissoulaTurner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival in Missoula open Noon to 5:00 pm weekdays; Noon to 6:00 pm Saturday; and Noon to 7:00 pm Fridays throughout October
Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms
2025 Missoula Fall Fest every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 19th through October 26th at Grass Valley Farms
Fall Family Fest at Fort Missoula Regional Park
Bring the whole family out to the Bella Vista Pavilion at Fort Missoula Regional Park for a day of autumn fun at Fall Family Fest 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Saturday, October 18
UM Griz Football vs Sacred Heart University Pioneers at Washington-Grizzly Stadium
UM Griz Football vs Sacred Heart University Pioneers at Washington-Grizzly Stadium at 1:00 pm Saturday, October 18
ATP Kids: Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishATP Kids presents Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. with performances at Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 3:00 pm Sunday, October 19
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
The Jive presents October Swing Series at Leaf + Quiet’s Outdoor Gardens
Leaf + Quiet 235 N 1st St W, MissoulaThe Jive presents October Swing Series at Leaf + Quiet's Outdoor Gardens in Missoula on Saturday from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
16th Annual Tweed Ride with Free Cycles Missoula
Don some wool, ride around town on your old-timey bike, and enjoy a cuppa’ with the 16th Annual Tweed Ride at Free Cycles in Missoula from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18
Missoula Gun Show at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaDon't miss the Missoula Gun Show when it returns to the Commercial Building at the Missoula Fairgrounds 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Love is a Dog at Blacksmith Brewing Company
Travis Yost and his band Love Is a Dog play live at Blacksmith Brewing in Stevensville 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, October 18
MyTrueFreedom live at Patriotic American Brewery
MyTrueFreedom live at Patriotic American Brewery in Evergreen Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Beyond the Backcountry Winter Kickoff Party + Progression Vol. 2 Premiere at The Wilma
Proven Progression, Backwoods BMP & Logjam Presents welcome Beyond the Backcountry Winter Kickoff Party + Progression Vol. 2 Premiere at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 6:00 pm Saturday, October 18
Brother Dave live at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
Brother Dave live at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro in Kalispell Saturday at 6:00 pm
Live Music with John Dunnigan in the Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Avenue, WhitefishLive Music with John Dunnigan in the Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday, October 18
Live music with Nick Spear at Andy’s Crafthouse
Dreamy transcendental folk played live by Whitefish native Nick Spear 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Andy's Crafthouse in Uptown Bigfork
Disturbia – a Terrifying Haunted House at Philipsburg Theatre
Philipsburg Theatre 140 S. Sansome Street, PhilipsburgPhilipsburg Theatre hosts Disturbia - a Terrifying Haunted House from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays thru October 31
Unseen Missoula: Screams & Spirits Tour
First Interstate Bank 101 Front Street, MissoulaUnseen Missoula takes you on a walking two-hour Screams & Spirits Tour of Missoula's haunted past, starting in front of the fountain at First Interstate Bank downtown with advance tickets for selected dates available throughout October
ATP Kids: Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishATP Kids presents Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. with performances at Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 3:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Annual Ghost Tours at The Conrad Mansion
The Conrad Mansion 330 Woodland Avenue, KalispellAnnual Ghost Tours at The Conrad Mansion in Kalispell 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays from October 17 thru October 25
Community Open Jam Night with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Entertainer Theatre in Ronan
The Pearl (Entertainer) Theatre 410 Main Street SWExperience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm
Joe Martinez Band at Paradise American Legion
The Joe Martinez Band plays live 7:00 pm to 10:00 Saturday, October 18 at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Cahoots at The Jack Saloon
No kiddin'! - Cahoots live from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon in Lolo
Friday Night Karaoke at A Sip of Montana
A Sip of Montana – Woods Bay Tap House, Bar & Casino 14509 MT Hwy 35, BigforkBring your friends, your appetite, and your best songs for Karaoke Friday Night starting at 7:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork
Bigfork Community Players present “A Murder is Announced” – a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkBigfork Community Players present "A Murder is Announced" - a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm thru October 26
Pianissimo! at UM School of Music Recital Hall
University of Montana School of Music Recital Hall 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaPianissimo! (The Last Best Piece) piano program with the University of Montana School of Music at the Music Recital Hall on campus at 7:30 pm Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, with a smaller "Poco Pianissimo!" performance at 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
Dueling Pianos at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaRequest your favorite songs and hear the banter of Dueling Pianos 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula
Neal Elder at The Rustic Hut
Neal Elder plays live at The Rustic Hut in Florence 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday, October 18
Goth Ball at Zootown Arts Community Center
Release the bats and dress to depress at the Goth Ball with live dark music by Order of the Static Temple and Academy Order, and DJs Ginger Bat and Sister Midnight 8:00 to, well, Midnight at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula
Patty PerShayla with J.A.D.E. live at Monk’s Bar
Experience Patty PerShayla's electrifying performance live with opening band J.A.D.E. at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula 8:00 pm to 1:30 am Saturday, October 18
Cash for Junkers at The Union Club
Dancing, drinking...Do it all with Cash for Junkers at The Union Club in Downtown Missoula 9:00 pm to 1:00 am Saturday
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Cash & Company at Great Northern Bar
Ride that train! Merle Travis Peterson brings his Cash & Company show to the Great Northern Bar in Whitefish at 9:30 pm Saturday, October 18
Absolutely Saturday Dance Party with DJ Kris Moon at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaGet down at the Absolutely Saturday Dance Party hosted by DJ Kris Moon at 10:00 pm Saturday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula
SUNDAY, October 19
Events for October 19, 2025
Bonner Blast Ride with Women Bike Missoula
Meet up with Women Bike Missoula for the Bonner Blast Bike Ride starting 11:00 Sunday, October 19 at the Milltown State Park Confluence Area
Ronan’s Market on Main
Main Street Ronan Main Street, RonanRonan's new Market on Main 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sundays thru October 26 at 325 Main Street
Speed Puzzling Competition at Draught Works
Speed Puzzling Competition returns to Missoula's Draught Works 12:00 pm Noon to 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Bingo in the Bay Sunday at A Sip of Montana
A Sip of Montana – Woods Bay Tap House, Bar & Casino 14509 MT Hwy 35, BigforkCome on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite host Sultry Sarah
Turner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival
Turner Farms 3515 S 3rd St. West, MissoulaTurner Farms Annual Pumpkin Patch and Festival in Missoula open Noon to 5:00 pm weekdays; Noon to 6:00 pm Saturday; and Noon to 7:00 pm Fridays throughout October
Bigfork Community Players present “A Murder is Announced” – a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkBigfork Community Players present "A Murder is Announced" - a Miss Marple Mystery live at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm thru October 26
Pianissimo! at UM School of Music Recital Hall
University of Montana School of Music Recital Hall 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaPianissimo! (The Last Best Piece) piano program with the University of Montana School of Music at the Music Recital Hall on campus at 7:30 pm Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, with a smaller "Poco Pianissimo!" performance at 2:00 pm Sunday, October 19
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
ATP Kids: Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishATP Kids presents Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. with performances at Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, October 17; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18; and 3:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Unseen Missoula: Screams & Spirits Tour
First Interstate Bank 101 Front Street, MissoulaUnseen Missoula takes you on a walking two-hour Screams & Spirits Tour of Missoula's haunted past, starting in front of the fountain at First Interstate Bank downtown with advance tickets for selected dates available throughout October
NFL Bingo Night at Tamarack Brewing Company Missoula
Head to Tamarack Brewing Company in Downtown Missoula for NFL Bingo Sunday night starting at 5:00 pm
Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms
2025 Missoula Fall Fest every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 19th through October 26th at Grass Valley Farms
Soundcheck Bingo Sundays at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloIt's Bingo with a Beat! - Soundcheck Bingo at 6:00 pm every Sunday at KT's Hayloft Saloon in Lolo
Dram Tuff Bingo at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaDram Tuff Bingo hosted by Paul and Stu at 6:00 pm each Sunday at Dram Shop Central in Missoula
Fall Sunday Jazz Series at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaUnwind and enjoy the soulful sounds from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Fall Sunday Night Jazz Series in the taproom at Missoula's Draught Works - this week it's Naomi Moon Siegel on the murphy stage
MCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMCT Community Series: The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Missoula Children’s Theatre performances from Friday, October 10 thru Sunday, October19
Zach Williams Revival Nights Tour with Ben Fuller, We the Kingdom and Leanna Crawford at UM Adams Center
Zach Williams brings his Revival Nights Tour with Ben Fuller, We the Kingdom and Leanna Crawford to UM Adams Center in Missoula at 7:00 pm Sunday, October 19
Mount Pom with Minot, J.A.D.E. and Dylan Running Crane at Zootown Arts Community Center
Punky-twangy Mount Pom plays with support from Minot (garage punk), J.A.D.E. (fresh rock & roll) and Dylan Running Crane (celestial folk) all in one show at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula at 7:30 pm Sunday, October 19
Very Funny Weekly Comedy Open Mic at VFW Post 209
Bone Dry Comedy hosts Very Funny Weekly Comedy Open Mic every Sunday at 8:00 pm at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Downtown Missoula
Charles Wesley Godwin with Danno Simpson at The Wilma (SOLD OUT)
Logjam Presents welcomes Charles Wesley Godwin for a live performance with Danno Simpson opening at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Sunday, October 19 (SOLD OUT)
Sunday Funday Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaSunday Funday Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf from 8:00 pm til Midnight at Missoula's Sunrise Saloon
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