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
Make a visit to Downtown Stevensville to check out all the community art celebrating the autumn season with the Stevensville Scarecrow Festival with all kinds of family and kids' activities 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday, October 2 and 10:00 am to 4:00 Sunday, October 3
Turner Farms 17th Annual Pumpkin Festival Weekends with Pumpkin Patch / Self-Guided Farm Tours, Live Music, Food Trucks, Face Painting, and Mobile Bar on October 2-4; October 9-11; and October 16-18, 2026. Hours 12:00 pm to 7:00 Fridays; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturdays; and 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Sundays
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 from June 12 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 from May 29 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.
Thomas Boelman hosts this month's First Friday Art Exhibit - "A Harvest of Memories" at Bernice's Bakery in Missoula 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, October 2
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
Pearl Boba Tea in Downtown Missoula is hosting five amazing vendors for the Asian Pop-up Market Series 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm First Friday, October 2
Win a hand-painted guitar at the GUITAAART Fundraiser for Missoula Animal Services at Bound by Glory Tattoo in Downtown Missoula 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm First Friday, October 2
Support the West Central Montana Avalanche Center at the annual Pray for Snow bash and fundraiser 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday, October 2 at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula
Celebrate Oktoberfest and the 5th Anniversary of Ronan Cooperative Brewery with live German music by Timber and Strings, fresh Celestial Sea Marzen beer, and German brats and potato salad at 5:00 pm Friday, October 2
PROST! - The Great Northwest Oktoberfest is happening over two weekends - 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursdays and Fridays, October 1-2 and October 8-9; and 12:00 pm Noon to 11:00 pm Saturdays, October 3 and October 10 Depot Park in Downtown Whitefish
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
Chris Bohenek and the Cowboy Syndicate featuring Sam Nelson on guitar play live at the Ponderosa Wine Bar & Bistro in Downtown Hamilton at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on First Friday, October 2
J. Killen's "Depression Dollars" Album Release Show with Taylor Burlage makes a stop at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula at 6:30 pm on First Friday, October 2
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
Celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Anaconda Ensemble Theatre with their stage production of "'The War of the Worlds" at The Montana / Tammany Balllroom with 7:00 pm weekend performances on October 2, 3, 4 and October 9, 10, 11
Logjam Presents welcomes Big Thief for a live concert performance on their "Somersault Slide 360" Tour with Porches opening at the KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner at 7:00 pm on Friday, October 2
Enjoy the soulful sounds of country music with Ben Naught at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday, October 2
Local artist Jesse Taylor plays live at The Revolver in Anaconda 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Friday, October 2
Trivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Griz Alumni, Students and Fans - Join the Homecoming Week festivities on the UM Campus Oval in front of Main Hall for an unforgettable night of Griz spirit and celebration with the 2026 Yell Night Pep Rally at 8:00 pm Friday, October 2
"Carrie-Okie" Karaoke hosted by Sally and Ann at 8:00 pm Friday, October 2 at Mike's Alcan Bar and Grill in Frenchtown
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
Bring your "A" game to Saddle Up for Dolly - a Karaoke Tribute to Dolly Parton at Monk's Bar hosted by DJ Carlos in Downtown Missoula 9:00 pm Friday, October 2 to 1:00 am
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Roll (or sail) in to Spinnaker Bar & Grill in Lakeside for Karaoke starting at 9:00 pm every Friday and Saturday night
Get on over to Missoula's Sunrise Saloon for a boot-kickin' Friday night of live country music & dancing with The Trent Brooks Band performing live on the big stage starting at 9:30 pm and playing 'til closing time
Sign up for Loki Karaoke hosted by Brandon starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
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