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 from May 1 thru October 9
Enjoy the Celtic flair of the Luck of the Beauties with the Celtic Dragon Pipe Band andMissoula Highland Dancers from 12:00 pm Noon to 1:00 pm on Friday, May 1 in front of Dillard's at Southgate Mall
Check out Montana's first-ever Guitar Builders Show featuring acoustic and electric guitars, banjos and more from a dozen luthiers from around MT during Jazzoula weekend at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 12:00 pm Noon to 5:00 pm daily
The Montana Gravel Challenge returns for 2026 with a 3-Day stage event with mass starts on Six Mile Road in Huson, and competitive / recreational categories for all ages and abilities at 2:00 pm Friday, May 1 (Time Trial); 8:30 am Saturday, May 2 (Petty Road / Southside course); and 8:30 am Sunday, May 3 (Rocky Mountain Roubaix)
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.
Barbara Sim plays live acoustic tunes for First Friday hosted by Missoula Farmers Market at The XXXXs on Higgins in Downtown Missoula 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm May 1
Stop in at Missoula Art Museum for First Friday on May 1 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for an unforgettable evening celebrating the opening of Acts of Love, Refusal, and Resistance - a powerful new exhibit featuring the work of Sara Siestreem with music by Dylan Running Crane
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
Torrents presents a new group art exhibit: ZOMBIES! 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm First Friday, May 1 at the Confluence Center in Downtown Missoula
Rabbit, (locally known as artist Maxine Beard) is the featured artist 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on First Friday May 1 at Bernice's Bakery in Missoula
Bloom into May at the art exhibition of Ani Eastwood from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, May 1 at The Artist's Shop gallery
Your Friday just got better with OffPitch Karaoke hosted by Kendra to get your night started from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm every week at OddPitch Brewing
Meet local artist Julia LaTray at the opening reception her new exhibit "Animal Pleasures" 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm First Friday, May 1 at Bob's Your Uncle Gallery in Missoula
The Missoula Blues and Jazz Society presents the Jazzoula 2026 Spring Festival with nightly performance lineups starting at 6:30 pm from Wednesday, April 29 thru Saturday, May 2 at Zootown Arts Community Center 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 Friday Open Mic / Open Jam from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Round up your buddies and ride on down to the University of Montana Spring Rodeo at the Missoula Fairgrounds at 7:00 pm Friday May, 1 and Saturday, May 2
Cranky Sam Public House hosts their First Friday Party in Downtown Missoula featuring fresh art from Breze Schmitz and live bluegrass from The Pack Strings 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday, May 1
Flashback to your special night at the interactive theatrical production of The Awesome 80s Prom at Sentinel High School 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, April 30; Friday, May 1; and Saturday, May 2
Live Music with The Clint Reimann Band at 7:00 pm Friday, May 1 at The Jack Saloon in Lolo
UM School of Theatre and Dance presents "Dance Underground," an experience of choreographic creativity as a vehicle on diverse themes, with unique performances at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm April 23-25; April 30-May 2 at UM Open Space Theatre / PARTV Center
Mamma Mia! at Missoula Children's Theatre performances from May 1 thru May 17
Trivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Andrea Harsell comes in to play live at 8:00 pm Friday, May 1st at Marvin's Bar N' Grill in Missoula
Andrew Sweeney plays solo live 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Friday, May 1 at The Silver Bullet Bar & Casino in Columbia Falls
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
The Josh Farmer Band plays on First Friday, May 1 at The Union Club in Downtown Missoula 9:00 pm to 1:00 am
Cahoots takes over the big stage at Missoula's Sunrise Saloon performing live from 9:00 pm Friday, May 1
Dance your pants off Friday night with the Tanner Laws Band at the Blue Moon Niteclub in Columbia Falls starting at 9:00 pm
The best cover band in the land, Ticket Sauce Trio plays live funk, rock and soul nuggets at The Remington Bar & Casino in Whitefish at 9:00 pm Friday, May 1
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Chaddabox's Super Groovy Springtime Show with River Phlo and Mystic Wolf at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula 9:00 pm to 1:30 am on First Friday, May 1
The Gray Goo melts faces with Deshamp and The Colourflies opening at Great Northern Bar in Whitefish 9:30 pm Friday, May 1 to 1:30 am
Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
Logjam Presents welcomes The Timber Rattlers for a live performance at The Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:30 pm on First Friday, May 1
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