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.

Take advantage of UM’s FREE UDash River Shuttle Service to get to the Clark Fork River Access points in Missoula at Sha-Ron and Milltown Thursdays thru Sundays, starting from the last weekend of June, through July and August.

The Farmers Market at Libby opens from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm every Thursday thru September 24 at the Libby Lofts in Libby.

Missoula Children’s Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland, an original adaptation based on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass with Session 1 performances at 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Thursday, July 2 at the Missoula Children’s Theatre.

The Ronan Farmers Market is every Thursday through October 15 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center.

The Anaconda Community Market connects the community of Anaconda to fresh food, local makers, and artisans every Thursday 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm from June 26 thru September 4 in Downtown Anaconda.

Check out the Alberton Community Farmers Market at the Alberton Community / Senior Center 30 miles west of Missoula 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru October 8.

Orchard Homes Farmers Market is 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru September 10 at Orchard Homes Country Life Club in Missoula.

The Columbia Falls Community Market happens every Thursday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm thru September 24 with local food producers, artists, creative artists, live music, food trucks and more.

Downtown Tonight returns to Caras Park for another epic summer in Downtown Missoula with live music, food trucks, children’s activities and Missoula Makers Collective Summer Market pop-up 5:00 pm to 9:00 every Thursday from June thru August – featured music on July 2 is Reverend Slanky.

Get down to Live Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula.

Arrive early with your black-belt brainy buds for Trivia Thursday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell.

Show off that big brain of yours with Thursday Night Trivia at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each Thursday at Big Sky Brewing Company in Missoula.

Butte singer-songwriter Chad Okrusch plays Rocky Mountain Americana from his new album Mostly Love at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday.

Meet up with TNR at 6:00 pm at the Mount Jumbo Saddle Trailhead for this week’s Thursday Night MTB Missoula / North Jumbo Ride.

Singers, bands, instruments, duos, solos, and comedians: grab the mic, bring your talent, and light up the stage on Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursdays at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.

The Flinns perform live 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge.

Downtown Missoula’s Iron Horse Bar & Grill hosts Trivia hosted by DJ Carlos with 5 rounds of fun and prizes every Thursday from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Bingo is hosted every Thursday at 6:30 pm by the Missoula Senior Center on The Hip Strip.

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.

Bring your friends for Vinyl Night with Ear Candy Music at Missoula’s Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm the first Thursday each month.

Thursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Big Bucks Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Bring your buddies and torment your enemies with your knowledge of all things with Trivia Thursday night 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Western Cider in Missoula.

Bring your friends – pick your favorite country and rock classics – grab the mic and be a star at Karaoke every Thursday night from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Silver Bullet Bar & Casino in Columbia Falls.

Mason Cole plays live acoustic on the back patio at 7:00 pm Thursday at the Lakeside Motel & Resort in Trout Creek.

The Joe Martinez Band Rocks the Dock at the KwaTaqNuk Resort & Casino in Polson at 7:00 pm Thursday.

Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts presents “Young Frankenstein – The Musical” with evening performances on varying weeknight dates from May thru August, including 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm Thursday, July 2.

Very Funny Weekly Comedy returns at 8:00 pm Thursday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.

Sign up to sing with Thursday Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32.

Karaoke is hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment & Productions from 9:00 pm to closing time every Tuesday & Thursday on the main stage at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon.

Stop by the Polson Farmers Market Co-op in front of the Cove Deli in Downtown Polson, open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fridays thru October 9.

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with the 47th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival at Depot Park 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday.

Buy fresh, buy local at the Troy Farmers Market at the Troy Museum & Visitors Center 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm Fridays thru September 2.

Head on out to The Jack Saloon in Lolo for their Independence Day Weekend Jam with live music on the outdoor stage, yard games, bouncy house for the kids from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday, July 3; Saturday, July 4; and Sunday, July 5.

The Wildhorse Plains Farmers Market brings together growers, makers and farmers from the Plains – Paradise Valley with customers for fresh local produce, baked goods, handcrafted goods and florals in the MT Dental lot in Plains 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm Fridays thru October 16.

The Mission Falls Market is at the Good Old Days Park Pavilion just off Hwy 93 in Saint Ignatius, and is open from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm Fridays thru October 2.

Hamilton’s Downtown Association hosts First Friday each month from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with businesses open late, art galleries showcasing exhibits, live music, food and beverages.

Billy Rosewarne performs live on the lawn at Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton at 5:00 pm Friday.

Marvin Soroos’ Western Montana landscape paintings will be on exhibit at Bernice’s Bakery in Missoula 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm on First Friday.

Enjoy great tunes, craft beer, and good vibes to kick off your weekend with Live Music every Friday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson.

Local artist Bryony Schwan opens her new exhibit “Echoes of Light” at 4 Ravens Gallery in Downtown Missoula 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on First Friday.

The Missoula PaddleHeads will host Stars, Stripes and Summer Nights – a free Community 3D Drone Fireworks Celebration with live music by the Big Sky Mudflaps on Friday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Silver Park in Missoula.

Chow down and chill a little as Missoula’s newest Friday night tradition starts this summer – the Friday Food Truck Pod at the Missoula Senior Center on The Hip Strip from 5:30 to 8:00 pm each Friday thru the summertime.

Your Friday just got better with OffPitch Karaoke hosted by the lovely and talented Kendra to get your night started from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm every week at Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing.

Make it a 4th of July Weekend Getaway in Seeley Lake – celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with live music, Independence Day Parade, Farmers Market, Outhouse Races, fun events & activities from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday; 7:30 am to 11:30 pm Saturday; and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm 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.

Everyone can be California Girls at the Beach Boys tribute band Surf’s Up free Summer Concert Series show at Sapphire Lutheran Homes in Hamilton 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday.

Bo DePeña performs live at 7:00 pm Friday at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge.

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with Jaden Decker performing live at Lakeside Motel & Resort in Trout Creek 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday.

Celebrate America 250 with Glacier Symphony Orchestra during Symphony Night at Kalispell’s Rebecca Farm at 7:30 pm Friday.

JJ & Company performs live on the lawn at Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday.

Sing with Angelic Tunes Karaoke at Kalispell Eagles Lodge 234 starting at 8:00 pm Friday til 1:00 am.

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your best songs for Karaoke Friday Night starting at 9:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork.

Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula’s Westside Lanes from 9:00 pm til closing time.

Foundation Entertainment is reviving Casey’s Nightclub with the Red, White & Bass event at 9:00 pm Friday, July 3 at their new 2nd Story location above Herb & Omni / 101 Central in Whitefish.

Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson.

DJs Suka & Syrup throw it down for a night of Groove House at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula starting at 10:00 pm First Friday.

Fire off your Independence Day sparks at the Firecracker RUN 406 / 4.06 mile fun run / walk at Depot Park in Whitefish from 8:00 am to 9:30 am (before the Whitefish Arts Festival) Saturday.

The original Missoula Farmers’ Market for over 54 years at BN Plaza at the XXXX’s at the end of Higgins in Downtown Missoula on Saturdays thru October 31 (8:00 am to 12:30 pm) and Tuesdays thru September 29 (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm) – The MUG’s Summer Music Series guest band on July 4 is the Montana Ramblers.

The Clark Fork River Market in the Riverside Parking Lot east of Caras Park and Bear Tracks Bridge in Downtown Missoula, open 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays weekly thru October 31. Featured musician on July 4 is Britt Arnesen.

Missoula’s Mountain Line offers free weekend bus rides with hourly service between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm from the Downtown Transfer Center to Marshall Mountain Park from May thru October.

The Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op runs 9:00 am to 12:30 pm each Saturday thru October 31 in Downtown Hamilton.

The Kalispell Farmers Market is a vibrant gathering place where local farmers, ranchers, artists, and makers come together to sell their goods, share their talents, and connect with the community at Flathead Valley Community College 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Saturdays thru October 17.

The Higgins Lot Alternative Market happens every Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Missoula thru September 26.

The Missoula People’s Market featuring local art & handcrafted goods – open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays thru September 26 at the corner of Pine & Higgins in Downtown Missoula.

Visit the Lakeside Farmers Market on Flathead Lake with locally-grown produce, homemade gifts and fresh bread across from Volunteer Park in Lakeside 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays thru September 26.

The Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market runs 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturdays on Stevi’s West 3rd and Main Street thru October 3.

Stop by to do some treasure hunting for unique items from local makers, vintage finds, and pick up fresh baked goods at Long Acre Market on Hwy 93 in Arlee 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturdays to August 29.

Every Saturday at Hot Springs Town Park, Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm thru October 3, the Hot Springs MT Summer Farmers Market is a celebration of local flavor and creativity.

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with the 4th at The Fort – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday with the Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History at the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula.

Freedom and United We Stand is the theme at the annual Charlo Montana 4th of July Parade starting at 12:00 pm Noon on Saturday, July 4, 2026 on Charlo’s Main Street, followed by a Block Party 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Charlo School grounds.

River Edge Resort in Alberton hosts a 4th of July Celebration with live music from The Ed Norton Big Band 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Saturday afternoon.

After the 4th of July Parade, Dan Dubuque performs live for the afternoon at 1:00 pm Saturday at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge.

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the free 4th of July bash with live music and fireworks show at Lakeside Motel & Resort in Trout Creek 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday.

Fill up your 4th with the Independence Day Bash at the 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan with fireworks at dusk, and live music by K’Niption Fit – the party starts at 5:00 pm Saturday.

Join Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing every Saturday for a fun-filled Play It Forward Bingo night hosted by Kendra from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

The Spills perform live 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge.

Celebrate Independence Day on the Craggy Range patio in Downtown Whitefish with Borderline Lucid performing live from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday.

Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm.

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.

Sing with Angelic Tunes Karaoke from 9:30 pm Saturday at the Rainbow Bar & Casino in Kalispell.

Stop in at the Seeley Lake Summer Market at the Seeley Lake Community Foundation 9:00 am to 1:00 pm every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day, thru September 6.

Cruise in for NW Montana Cars and Coffee at the Kalispell Krispy Kreme 10:00 am to 1:00 pm every Sunday morning, May thru September.

Visit Badrock Farmers Market in Columbia Falls every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm thru October 11 to stock up on locally harvested and handcrafted goods.

Philipsburg’s Summer Market on Broadway returns to Pocket Park (next to The Sweet Palace) 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sundays from June 14 to September 13.

Join the festivities during the Seeley Lake 4th of July Weekend with the 1st Annual Outhouse Races starting at 12:00 pm Noon on Sunday, July 5 on School Lane near Seeley Lake Elementary School.

Come on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO in the Bay from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite hostess Sultry Sarah.

Join Ronan Cooperative Brewery for Bingo at 4:00 pm on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing hosts a Sunday Pinball Tournament every week from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Get lucky with Irish Music at Wildwood Brewing in Stevensville from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday.

It’s Bingo with a Beat! – Soundcheck Bingo at 6:00 pm every Sunday at KT’s Hayloft Saloon in Lolo.

Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in Draught Works’ taproom in Missoula every Sunday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Summer Sunday Jazz Series – this week’s featured band is the Missoula Jazz Collective.

Richie Reinholdt plays live 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday, July 5 at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge.

Archertown performs live at Sliter Memorial Park in Bigfork from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday.

Wrap up your weekend with Sunday Night Karaoke at 8:00 pm on the outdoor patio at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment.

We have around 70 live music events listed for this Independence Day weekend – take your pick!

No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of 4th of July summer activities and outdoor 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 challenging (or relaxing) hike or mountain bike ride. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. Try your luck with some fun local bingo. 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.