The Western Montana Fair is bringing you two unforgettable weekends of excitement to the Missoula Fairgrounds: Machine vs. Muscle! Kicking things off with Machine, July 31 – August 2, packed with Lords of Dirt, incredible car shows, a luxury bike show, and all things mechanical. The fair returns with Muscle, August 4 – August 8, featuring rodeo action, livestock shows, and animal events; each day of the Fair is open from 12:00 pm Noon to 10:00 pm
The Western Montana Fair is bringing you two unforgettable weekends of excitement: Machine vs. Muscle! Kicking things off with Machine, July 31 – August 2, packed with Lords of Dirt, incredible car shows, a luxury bike show, and all things mechanical. The fair returns with Muscle, August 4 – August 8, featuring rodeo action, livestock shows, and animal events.
With 8 exciting days of food, carnival rides, arena events, and nonstop fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
When the sun starts to set, the music turns up. Every night at 7:00 pm, enjoy FREE live music featuring a stacked lineup of local bands. Grab a bite, enjoy a drink, and discover your new favorite artist!
THURSDAY | AUGUST 6
Fur & Feather Silent Auction – All Day
Take home a feathered or furry champion! The Fur & Feather Silent Auction offers a unique opportunity to purchase outstanding poultry and rabbit exhibits showcased by talented Open Class and 4-H exhibitors. Whether you’re an experienced breeder, a hobbyist, or simply looking to support local youth and agriculture, this auction is a fun way to bring home a quality animal while celebrating the hard work and dedication of our exhibitors. Browse the entries throughout the week, place your bids, and you just might leave the Fair with a new feathered or furry addition to your family.
FREE Activities – All Day
Stop by the Free Activity Tables for a day full of creativity, learning, and family fun! Missoula Public Health will have giant Connect 4, free giveaways, immunization record reviews, and hands-on activities where kids can make their own cloud dough and create a magical wand. Visit the Missoula Public Library Bookmobile for bookmark and bracelet making, free book giveaways, and join Open Air Montana for an interactive art project.
Thursday’s Shows, Exhibits & Events
7:30 am
4-H/FFA Market Hog Judging (Livestock Pavilion)
9:00 am
Rodeo Slack – FREE Admission (Clouse Bauer Arena)
10:00 am
Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium Opens – walk-ins welcome, tickets also available online (G.W. Marks Exploration Center)
12:00 pm Noon – FAIR & CARNIVAL OPENS
Carnival Opens Food & Amusement Vendors Open Exhibition Buildings Open Rocky Mountain Gardens Open
4H Fashion Show (Historic Plaza)
12:30 pm
DAR’s Young Artist Studio: Shape Art (Commercial Building)
1:00 pm
Natural Dyeing Montana Fibershed (Historic Plaza)
1:30 pm
FREE Insect Predator Feeding (Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium Byron Weber Classroom, G.W. Marks Exploration Center)
DAR’s Young Artist Studio: Shape Art (Commercial Building)
5:00 pm
4-H/FFA Market Beef Judging (Livestock Pavilion) Modern Swing Dancing with Mountains Dancing (Historic Plaza) Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium closes
6:00 pm
Gates Open for Missoula Stampede Rodeo (Clouse Bauer Arena) Rocky Mountain Gardens closes
7:00 pm – PRCA RODEO
Epic Steel presents the Missoula Stampede
Thursday night is more than a rodeo—it’s a community tradition with a purpose. Join us for Tough Enough to Wear Pink, where thrilling PRCA rodeo action meets a powerful show of support for those affected by breast cancer. Wear your favorite pink and cheer on world-class cowboys and cowgirls as they compete in events like barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, team roping, bull riding, and more.(Clouse Bauer Arena)
7:00 pm
FREE Live Music by the Josh Farmer Band (Starlink Stage)
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