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The Beach Boys at KettleHouse Amphitheater
2025-10-05 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | KettleHouse Amphitheater, 605 Cold Smoke Lane, Bonner, MT, 59823, United States
Logjam Presents welcomes The Beach Boys for a live concert performance at KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner at 7:00 pm Sunday, October 5 (rescheduled from August 29)

Doors @ 5:30 pm

*THIS IS A RESCHEDULED EVENT*

All tickets purchased for the originally scheduled date, Friday, August 29, 2025, will be honored at the rescheduled date. No exchanges necessary. If you purchased tickets to the original date and are unable to attend the rescheduled date, refunds will be available until 5pm on September 12, 2025 by submitting a Refund Request Form. Refunds will not be available after the refund deadline.

For more information regarding refunds and ticketing visit logjampresents.com/ticketing/For any additional questions, please reach out to boxoffice@logjampresents.com

Logjam Presents welcomes The Beach Boys for a live concert performance at KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner at 7:00 pm Sunday, October 5.

Tickets on sale at Logjam Presents Box Offices and online while supplies last. General Admission lawn, reserved stadium seating, general admission seated pit and premium box seating tickets are available. Shuttle Tickets and Parking Passes can be purchased here. Crazy Creek Chair Rentals for this event are available for advance purchase here. All ages are welcome.

Take a look at these tips to best prepare yourself for a smooth ticket buying experience.

Additional ticketing information and policies can be found here.

All concerts are held rain or shine. Be prepared for extremes such as sunshine, heat, wind or rain. All tickets are non-refundable. In the event of cancellation due to extreme weather, tickets will not be refunded.

About The Beach BoysYou can capsulize most pop music acts by reciting how many hits they’ve had and how many millions of albums they’ve sold. But these conventional measurements fall short when you’re assessing the impact of The Beach Boys. This band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions. But its greater significance lies in the fact that The Beach Boys’ songs have forever changed the musical landscape, profoundly influencing countless performing artists to follow.

At the helm of The Beach Boys is lead Singer & Critically acclaimed lyricist, Mike Love, a founding member whose leadership has steered the band through decades of musical evolution. Grammy-winning songwriter Bruce Johnston joined The Beach Boys in 1965, replacing Glenn Campbell, who filled-in for Brian Wilson, on vocals/bass, when he retired from touring. Highly regarded in his field, Johnston brought with him a wealth of experience from working with icons like Elton John and Pink Floyd, The Byrds, cementing his place among rock’s elite.

The current lineup, including musical director Brian Eichenberger, Christian Love, Tim Bonhomme, Jon Bolton, Keith Hubacher, Randy Leago, and John Wedemeyer, continues to honor and expand upon the band’s iconic Live performance legacy. This dedication is evident in their rigorous touring schedule, with the band performing an average of 150 shows a year across a variety of venues worldwide.

In 2012, The Beach Boys marked their 50th anniversary with a reunion tour and the release of “That’s Why God Made the Radio,” which debuted at #3 on the Billboard charts, their highest chart position in 37 years. This resurgence of interest highlighted the band’s continued relevance and their ability to resonate with both long-time fans and new listeners alike.

Their discography includes milestones like the triple platinum-certified Sounds of Summer and “The Warmth of the Sun, which have contributed to a renewed interest in their music. Despite having numerous opportunities to retire at the height of their success, such as after the release of the groundbreaking Pet Sounds masterpiece in 1966, or after Mike Love’s concept album Endless Summer ignited a second generation of Beach Boys fans and stirred a tempest that rocked the music world, or after recording Love’s co-written Golden Globe nominated “Kokomo” in 1988 and seeing it become its best-selling single ever, or after being inducted that same year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, The Beach Boys have chosen to continue touring and sharing music with the world, a testament to their commitment to their art and fans.

The Beach Boys celebrated the 50th anniversary of the hit “Good Vibrations” – which is widely considered one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of rock and roll – in 2016 with a 50 Years of Good Vibrations tour, underscoring the song’s status as a rock and roll masterpiece. Mike Love’s memoir, GOOD VIBRATIONS: My Life as a Beach Boy, further cemented their place in music history by becoming a New York Times Best Seller.

Recent years have seen the release of comprehensive box sets like Feel Flows – The Sunflower and Surf’s Up Sessions 1969-1971” and Sail On Sailor – 1972, exploring in-depth the band’s transformative periods. These collections, featuring a plethora of previously unreleased tracks, showcase the band’s versatility and profound influence on the music industry.

In 2023, The Beach Boys were celebrated in the CBS tribute special “Grammy Salute to the Beach Boys,” featuring performances by a diverse array of artists including Beck, Brandi Carlile, Michael McDonald, Pentatonix, St. Vincent, Weezer, Norah Jones, John Legend, and Mumford & Sons among others.

Looking ahead, the band is set to debut their official book, The Beach Boys by The Beach Boys, in April 2024 via Gensis Publications. Published in a limited edition of only 500 copies worldwide, the book offers an intimate look at the band’s journey from a Hawthorne garage band to international stardom, enriched with rare photographs and historical documents.

The Beach Boys have been a significant presence at major events, including Live Aid and the Statue of Liberty’s 100th Anniversary Salute, showcasing their unparalleled ability to captivate audiences. Mike Love’s contributions as a songwriter, in collaboration with Brian Wilson, have produced timeless hits like “Surfin’,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” and “California Girls,” “Warmth of the Sun,” “Good Vibrations,” and long list of other titles highlighting his enduring talent.

Continuing to engage his fans with new and innovative projects, in 2020 Love released the single “This Too Shall Pass” featuring John Stamos aimed at offering hope during the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2019, he released “12 Sides of Summer,” featuring a mix of original songs, covers, and new versions of Beach Boys hits including “Surfin,” “Surfin’ Safari” and “It’s Ok,” featuring Hanson. The song marked Love’s second recording with Hanson, after previously collaborating on “Finally it’s Christmas” for Love’s 2018 holiday album, Reason For The Season, which also features vocals from Love’s children: Ambha, Brian, Christian, and Hayleigh Love. In 2017, Love released a special double album entitled Unleash the Love featuring 13 previously unreleased songs and 14 re-recordings of Beach Boys classics to positive acclaim.

Mike Love’s philanthropy extends his influence far beyond the musical stage, demonstrating a deep commitment to giving back to the community. A Grammy® winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, Love has been at the forefront of numerous charitable efforts, using his platform to support a wide range of causes. In 1990, he responded to President George H. W. Bush’s call for service by founding StarServe, an initiative aimed at motivating young people towards community service, showcasing his early commitment to philanthropy. His philanthropic efforts were recognized when he and his wife Jacquelyne received the prestigious Points of Light Award, highlighting his significant contributions to volunteer service and impacting lives across the globe. Through the Love Foundation, Mike has supported initiatives focusing on education, health, environmental conservation, and disaster relief, showcasing a legacy of compassion and service alongside his storied musical career.

The Golden Ghouls Halloween Drag Show at the ZACC
2025-10-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Zootown Arts Community Center, 216 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana, 598802, United States
The Golden Ghouls Halloween Drag Show at the ZACC in Missoula Thursday beginning at 8:00 pm

Doors @ 7:00 pm

The Golden Ghouls Halloween Drag Show at the ZACC in Missoula Thursday beginning at 8:00 pm

*VIP Tickets include VIP seating & a photo with the girls!

PIcture it: Halloween 2025Your favorite golden aged grannies have been asked to perform at the Shady Pines Halloween Ball, BUT – Just as the show is about to start Sophia has gone missing!

Is this a Halloween trick or has she fled back to Palermo?

Dorothy as the Bride of Frankenstein? Blanche is a Vampire? Rose … is dressed as a Christmas elf?!

Will the girls find Sophia before the finale? Will they make it home in time to watch Psycho?

Travel down the spooky road and back again to find out! One lucky audience member will become the next Ma, uh, Mummy, uh, #TokenSophia

FEATURING CORDELIA ROSE, LOCAL MISSOULA QUEEN, AS THE ROSE

Harvest Fest '25 in Hungry Horse
2025-10-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Canyon Elementary School, 200 North Street, Hungry Horse, Montana, 59919, United States
Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Harvest Fest ’25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, October 18 at Canyon Elementary School

Join the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Saturday, October 18 for the 3rd Annual Harvest Fest in Hungry Horse at Canyon Elementary School. Events include an official 5k, children’s fun run and 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!

(Specific event times and details below.)

Entry Fee: Entry to the overall event is FREE (Donation to Canyon Kids Christmas Fund recommended, but not required)

A portion of this year’s proceeds will be donated to our featured nonprofit, Canyon Kids Christmas Fund.

Free Events:

Kid’s Corner: Fall themed activities put on by the Imagine If Library

Kids crafts and games

Tour of large equipment!

Spooky Substances

Yard Games (weather dependent)

Children’s Fun Run and Costume Parade (Wear your costume, join in on the fun run, and then showcase your costume after!)

FREE chili and cornbread lunch (until we run out)

Kid’s Relay Races and Competitions – NEW THIS YEAR!

& plenty more fall-themed activities!

Additional Paid Events (but free to watch!):

5k Timed Race

Raffle Basket Tickets

Dessert Auction: Bring a dessert and/or bid on a dessert!

Pie Eating Contest: $5.00/entry

Chili Cook Off – $25/Chili: Enter your chili into the contest! Chili will be judged between 11:00 am -12:30 pm. 1st place wins $75, 2nd place $50, and third place $25. After the contest, all chili is served for free to overall event attendees. Chili must be ready to serve by 11:00 am.

Corn Bread Competition – $10/Cornbread: Have the best cornbread recipe? Enter the cornbread competition at Harvest Fest. Cornbread will be judged from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. 1st place wins $30, 2nd place wins $20, and 3rd place wins $10. Cornbread must be ready to serve by 11:00 am.

Enter both the chili and cornbread competition for only $30!

Schedule of Events:

11:00 am to 3:00 pm: FREE entry gets you access to kid’s activities and games, large equipment tours, fall activities, kid’s competitions, & free chili lunch

11:00 am: Official 5k

11:00 am to 12:30 pm: Chili & Cornbread Cook Off

11:00 am to 2:30 pm: Dessert Auction (silent auction)

11:00 am to 3:00 pm: Kid’s Crafts, Spooky Substances, & Activities

12:30 pm: 5k Award Ceremony

12:45 pm: Children’s Costume Parade and Fun Run

1:30 pm: Pie Eating Contest

2:00 pm: Kid’s Fall Competitions

2:30 pm: Dessert Silent Auction Ends

3:00 pm: End of Event

Coloring Contest: Click your correct grade level below, color, and submit by October 15.

K-2nd Coloring Contest

3rd-5th Grade Coloring Contest

6th-8th Grade Coloring Contest

Enter Festival Competitions/Events Below:

Chili & Cornbread Competition $30.00

Harvest Fest Dessert Auction Donation $0.00

Pie Eating Contest $5.00

Harvest Fest Cornbread Competition $10.00

Harvest Fest Chili Cook Off Entry $25.00

Candlelight Halloween Classics Concert at Missoula Children's Theatre
2025-10-25 20:30 - 22:30 | Missoula Children’s Theatre, 200 N. Adams, Missoula, MT, 59802, United States
Get your tickets to discover Music inspired by Halloween at Missoula Children’s Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm Saturday, October 25

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Missoula. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by Halloween at Missoula Children’s Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Tentative ProgramThriller – Michael JacksonFuneral March of a Marionette – Charles GounodString Quartet No. 8 in C Minor (Dresden Quartet), Op. 110: II. Allegro Molto – Dmitri ShostakovichTubular Bells (Theme from The Exorcist) – Mike OldfieldStranger Things (Theme) – S U R V I V EBeetlejuice (Theme) – Danny ElfmanThe Addams Family (Theme) – Vic MizzyHalloween (Theme) – John CarpenterPrelude from Psycho – Bernard HerrmannGhostbusters (Theme) – Ray Parker Jr.Danse Macabre – Camille Saint-SaënsNight on Bald Mountain – Modest MussorgskyTime Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Richard O’Brien and Richard HartleyMedley from The Nightmare Before Christmas – Danny Elfman

PerformersString Quartet – Listeso – Missoula

Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adultAccessibility: this venue is ADA compliantSeating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each zone

Holiday Craft Bazaar at St. Paul Lutheran Church
2025-11-07 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-08 09:00 - 15:00 | St. Paul Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks Street, Missoula, Montana, 59801, United States
Pop in for the annual Holiday Craft Bazaar and Café at Missoula’s St. Paul Lutheran Church 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8

It’s that wonderful time of year again!

Join us for our Annual Holiday Bazaar & Café – a joyful day of shopping, fellowship, and holiday cheer!

Handmade gifts & craftsDelicious soup & warm rollsFresh-baked pies & ooey-gooey cinnamon rolls

Bring your family, your friends, and your Christmas spirit. Good food, great finds, and plenty of cheer — all under one roof!

Christmas Market at Give Me a Sign Craft House
2025-11-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Give Me a Sign Craft House, 11725 Hwy 93 S, Lolo, Montana, 59847, United States
Head to Lolo for a fun and fabulous Christmas Market at Give Me a Sign Craft House 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, November 7 and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, November 8

Join us for a fun and fabulous Christmas Market at Give Me a Sign Craft House in Lolo!We’ll have crafts, signs, home decor, candles, permanent jewelry, wooly mittens and critters, ceramics, sweet treats and more.

Sneak Peek on Friday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pmSaturday (Restock) 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

(We are full on vendors).

The Market Beautiful at Flathead County Fairgrounds
2025-11-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, United States
Listen to live music, make your own Christmas wreath, sip on hot cider, see Santa and let us help you get into the Christmas spirit while shopping a huge selection of curated vintage and handmade items at The Market Beautiful / Christmas Market 2025 at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, November 7 and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, November 8

The Market Beautiful / Christmas Market (formerly Vintage Whites) is full of whimsy & amazing vintage finds. Browse the biggest Montana market & find gifts for everyone! Listen to live music, make your own Christmas wreath, sip on hot cider, see Santa and let us help you get into the Christmas spirit!

Shopping, food trucks, gingerbread house workshop, Santa’s visit, cocktails, live music, ballet performance and more!

Early shopping will be available from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday night for $20 (includes Saturday as well). 10:00 am to 4:00 pm General Admission on Saturday is $10! Kids 12 and under get in free.

$10 General Admission Saturday-only (Kids 12 & Under FREE)

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The Prairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market at Missoula Fairgrounds
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Missoula Fairgrounds, 1101 South Avenue West, Missoula, Montana, 59801, United States
Shop early-bird hours 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, or all day 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday at the Prairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market at the Missoula Fairgrounds

Join us on Saturday, November 8 for The Prairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market in Missoula, Montana!

We are excited to welcome a wide selection of hand-picked, high-quality vintage and handmade vendors. You can expect to find a beautiful building full of vintage and handmade:

Home goodsFurnitureJewelryClothingCandlesBody productsHoliday decorationsSweet treatsand MORE!

Shop local and support small businesses this holiday season! Because of our high quality standards, shopping The Prairie Sisters Vintage Market means you’re shopping the best of the best vintage and handmade vendors in Montana!

Doors open Saturday at 10:00 am, and tickets are $5 at the door.

Want to shop before the crowd, and enjoy a night of Christmas Market magic? Purchase an early bird ticket from our website to shop from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, November 7: https://www.theprairiesisters.com/early-bird-ticket

Mark and Maggie O'Connor's "An Appalachian Christmas" at Hamilton Performing Arts Center
2025-11-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Hamilton Performing Arts Center, 327 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, Montana, 59840, United States
Maggie and Mark O’Connor bring their fiddle and strings master duet to the Hamilton Performing Arts Center with “An Appalachian Christmas” 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday, November 15

Mark O’Connor began his creative journey at the feet of American fiddling legend Benny Thomasson, and the iconic French jazz violinist Stéphane Grappelli. Today, he has melded these influences into a new American classical music and is perpetuating his vision of an American School of String Playing. Mr. O’Connor has won three Grammys, seven CMA awards and several national fiddle, guitar and mandolin champion titles. Mr. O’Connor has composed nine concertos and two symphonies recorded by the Baltimore Symphony, London Philharmonic, Colorado Symphony among others. O’Connor is well-known for his chamber music including his million-selling composition “Appalachia Waltz” featuring Yo-Yo Ma for the Sony Classical label. His recent album back on his own label OMAC Records is Life After Life, an Americana music collection of his original songs and some classics he sings with his wife Maggie O’Connor who is featured on lead vocals. 2025 sees the release of their new holiday music album, A Christmas Duet – captured live at Sheldon Hall in St. Louis from Mark’s perennial An Appalachian Christmas tour. O’Connor released his memoir a few years ago, Crossing Bridges: My Journey from Child Prodigy to Fiddler Who Dared the World.

Mr. O’Connor has authored a series of educational books called the O’Connor Method and is now the fastest growing violin method in the country. The O’Connor Method features American music styles, creativity, cultural diversity and western classical technical training. For more information, visit www.markoconnor.com.

American violinist/fiddler and vocalist, Maggie O’Connor performs a variety of musical styles throughout the U.S. and beyond, most recently as a member of the Grammy award-winning bluegrass group, the O’Connor Band. She spends most of her time now performing with her husband, violinist and composer Mark O’Connor. Together they have appeared as guest soloists with the Charlotte Symphony, Singapore Chinese Orchestra, Santa Rosa Symphony, Nashville Symphony, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Winston Salem Symphony, with Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center, and appeared in violin duo performances in such prestigious settings as the Yehudi Menuhin Centennial celebration at the Berlin Konzerthaus, the Lockenhaus, Austria Musikfest, and the Leopold Auer Festival in Hungary. In an Americana duo setting, the couple tours music from their new album, Life After Life, a collection of original songs and classics. Her latest album is A Christmas Duet, a live-in-concert album from their annual An Appalachian Christmas tour. Along with performing, Maggie continues to work as co-director with Mr. O’Connor at O’Connor Method String Camp currently taking place in Charlotte, NC featuring the lesson book series that is rising in popularity each year.

Whistling Wonderland opening night with The Bad Larrys at Andy's Crafthouse
2025-11-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Andy’s Crafthouse, 8030 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana, 59911, United States
Andy’s Crafthouse in Bigfork hosts live music by The Bad Larrys starting 5:00 pm Wednesday, November 26 for the grand opening of their Whistling Wonderland Christmas Pop-Up Bar filled with twinkling lights, festive decor, and handcrafted holiday cocktails from Whistling Andy Distilling

Whistling Wonderland is back!Join us at Andy’s Crafthouse on Wednesday, November 26th for the grand opening of our Christmas Pop-Up Bar filled with twinkling lights, festive decor, and handcrafted holiday cocktails from Whistling Andy Distilling.

Opening night features live music by The Bad Larry’s, setting the perfect tone for the start of the season.

All December long, enjoy holiday-themed events, from trivia nights and cookie decorating to our annual Aged Egg Nog release and our 15th Anniversary.

Save the date, and bring your friends.Whistling Wonderland is your holiday hangout this season!

Old Fashioned Christmas & Craft Fair at Nine Mile Community Center
2025-11-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Nine Mile Community Center, 25620 Nine Mile Road, Huson, Montana, 59846, United States
Meet the neighbors and check out unique holiday gifts at the Old Fashioned Christmas & Craft Fair at Nine Mile Community Center in Huson 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, November 29

This event is filled with old fashioned fun, from turkey shoots (no actual turkeys are harmed), to hay rides, to a variety of vendors, a delicious lunch, Santa Claus, and spending time in the beautiful Nine Mile Valley at the historic Nine Mile Community Center schoolhouse and church. There is sure to be something to please everyone that visits. Indoor and outdoor vendors offer a vast variety of items from baked goods to stained glass, to paintings to honey products, to lotions to candy, crocheted items and 3D printed creations, and everything in between. Mark the date in your calendar for this must-attend event. We will collect dry pantry goods for 2 benefits this year: Alberton Food Bank and a Meal Prep Program for families in need led by Stacey Clark from Outdoorsman Church! Both benefit our local communities surrounding the Nine-Mile – so bring a canned good or dry pantry item to the event – boxes will be near the front entryway door to the school house! Visit our website for more information: https://www.ninemilecommunitycenter.com/holiday-fair , or e-mail us: ninemilecc@gmail.com .

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Wachholz College Center
2025-12-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Wachholz College Center at FVCC, 795 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, United States
Celebrate the holidays with a performance of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell at 7:00 pm Monday, December 1

Doors @ 6:00 pm

The Ultimate Flathead Valley Holiday Tradition!Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 35 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound.

The program celebrates the group’s recent anniversary of 35 years since the first Christmas album and includes dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller.This show is presented by WCC. No outside food or beverages allowed in Wachholz College Center.Recommended age limit 6+

Little Red Truck 11th Annual European Christmas Market at Missoula Fairgrounds
2025-12-05 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Missoula Fairgrounds, 1101 South Avenue West, Missoula, Montana, 59801, United States
Little Red Truck presents the 11th Annual European Christmas Market taking over the Missoula Fairgrounds 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday

Little Red Truck’s 11th Annual EUROPEAN Style CHRISTMAS Market at the historic Missoula County Fairgrounds! BOTH 2-Story Barns PLUS the Floriculture building AND the Historic Plaza AND the Home Arts Building will be full to the brim with FABULOUS Vintage, Artisan, Food, Clothing, Bakery and Gift Vendors! Our Indoor/ Outdoor Venue features creative vendor booths with cozy, warming bonfires, twinkly lights, tasty local food trucks, hot spiced Gluhwein, baked goods & treats and to enhance the festival atmosphere: Live Music in the “Winter Wonderland” … all with the flavor of an outdoor European Christmas Market! Join all the fun at the two day, family-friendly event! Don’t miss SANTA Friday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm!

Free Carriage Rides Saturdays in Downtown Hamilton
2025-12-06 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Bauder Home, 109 N 4th St, Hamilton, Montana, 59840, United States
Enjoy free carriage rides around Downtown Hamilton from 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm Saturdays – meet at Bauder Home on North 4th Street for pick-up

Free Carriage Rides Downtown HamiltonEvery Saturday until Christmas, the Hamilton Downtown Association provides free carriage rides around the downtown area from 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm! Meet at Bauder Home on North 4th Street for pick up.visithamiltonmt.org

Darby's Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:30 | South Main Street Park, 101 E. Tanner Avenue, Darby, Montana, 59829, United States
Get out for Darby’s annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, themed “Legends of Christmas” with colorful floats, lively music and cheerful spirit at South Main Street Park at 6:00 pm Saturday, December 6

Join us for Darby’s annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, themed “Legends of Christmas”! Celebrate the holiday season with friends and family as we kick off the festivities in style. The parade will fill the streets with colorful floats, lively music, and the cheerful spirit of our community.

After the parade, gather around at the Darby City Park as we illuminate our beautiful Christmas tree, bringing warmth and joy to the night. Don’t miss out on activities for all ages, including delicious treats and a chance to meet Santa!

KettleHouse Holiday Karaoke Wednesday at The Badlander
2025-12-10 20:00 - 2025-12-11 01:00 | The Badlander, 208 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana, 59802, United States
KettleHouse Holiday Karaoke at 8:00 pm Wednesdays December 10 and December 17 at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula

Don’t miss the Holidays version of KettleHouse Karaoke! Hosted by KJ Jeff, and as always special prizes from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm! As well as $3 Tall KettleHouse cans all night long!

Reindeer in Bigfork at Andy's Crafthouse
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Andy’s Crafthouse, 8030 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana, 59911, United States
Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce and Glacier Bank have arranged for two of Santa’s reindeer to make a special stop before Christmas at Andy’s Crafthouse in Uptown Bigfork 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, December 11

Two of Santa’s reindeer are making a special stop in Bigfork before they take off on their big trip around the world!

Be sure to visit Andy’s Crafthouse to see them up close before they head back to the North Pole.

Enjoy bonfires, hot chocolate, food, and drinks while you’re there. Photos and gentle petting are welcome – just remember to keep all dogs on leashes and at least 10 feet away to keep the reindeer comfortable.

And while visiting the reindeer, don’t forget to pick up your last-minute gifts for all the good boys and girls on your list!

A BIG thank you to Glacier Bank for making this magical holiday moment possible!

Draught Works' Christmas Steamer
2025-12-12 15:00 - 21:00 | Draught Works, 915 Toole Avenue, Missoula, Montana, 59802, United States
Get extra-festive at Draught Works’ annual Christmas Steamer in Missoula 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday, December 12 with the Tuba Santas playing 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and the grand group sing of the 12 Beers of Christmas at 7:30 pm

Mark your calendars, Missoula!

The Draught Works Christmas Steamer is rolling in soon, and we’re packing the taproom with all kinds of festive fun!

New England Clam Chowder:@madelines_mediterranean_grill will be dishing up warm, comforting bowls of classic clam chowder, served with fresh bread for the perfect winter combo.

Bierstacheln:Try our Graupelbock Doppelbock in a whole new way! This old-school tradition uses a heated steel rod to caramelize the beer, giving each sip a smoky, velvety twist.

Tuba Santas:Soak in the joyful sound of holiday brass from the jolly red-suited crew playing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

12 Beers of Christmas Sing-Along:Warm up those vocal cords! At 7:30 pm we’ll join together for a spirited, Draught Works–style sing-along of this seasonal classic.

Round up your friends, break out your best ugly sweater, and let’s make this year’s Christmas Steamer unforgettable!

Sofia Lynch - Christmas Classics Concert at The Philipsburg Theatre
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Philipsburg Theatre, 140 S. Sansome Street, Philipsburg, MT, 59858, United States
After the Parade of Lights, join Nashville singer-songwriter Sofia Lynch, along with The Lucky Valentines, Sally Newsome and Larry Vanek at The Historic Philipsburg Theatre for a special Christmas concert at 7:00 pm Friday, December 12

Experience the magic of Yule Night in Philipsburg!

After the Parade of Lights, join us at Montana’s oldest operating theater for a special Christmas concert featuring Nashville singer-songwriter Sofia Lynch. From her small-town roots in South Carolina to millions of views on TikTok, Sofia’s heartfelt songs and raw talent are sure to make this night unforgettable. She’s worked with Grammy-winning producers and draws inspiration from artists like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Lorde—her music captures the ups and downs of young adulthood with honesty and soul.

Joining Sofia on stage are The Lucky Valentines from Fort Benton, and Philipsburg’s own Sally Newsome with special guest Larry Vanek.Make a night of it—warm up by the fire with mulled wine or cocoa, shop the Yule Night Market, snap a photo with Santa, and enjoy treats from local shops. Then, after our Parade of Lights, head across the street for an evening of music, community, and holiday cheer.

Yule Night is Friday, December 12, 2025. Festivities begin at 3:00 pm; the concert starts right after the parade.

Bring your friends and family to celebrate the season – see you there!

Santa's Wonderland & Very Merry Market at Stevensville Elementary School
2025-12-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Stevensville Elementary School, 300 Park Avenue, Stevensville, Montana, 59870, United States
Don’t miss Santa’s Wonderland and Very Merry Market – where the magic of Christmas comes alive at Stevensville Elementary School 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, December 13

Follow the footsteps through Very Merry Market to Santa’s Wonderland!

Join us at our Very Merry Market for a day filled with holiday cheer — where kids (and grown-ups!) can: – Shop local vendors and artisans – Snap a photo with Santa – Sip cozy cocoa & nibble on cookies – Make festive crafts – Watch Christmas classics – Write a letter straight to the North Pole…and discover even more merry surprises along the way!

It’s a day of holiday magic, laughter, and memories you’ll treasure all season long.

Don’t miss Santa’s Wonderland — where the magic of Christmas comes alive!

Want to be a vendor at our Very Merry Market? Email stevisptc@gmail.com for more information!

KettleHouse Holiday Karaoke Wednesday at The Badlander
2025-12-17 20:00 - 2025-12-18 01:00 | The Badlander, 208 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana, 59802, United States
KettleHouse Holiday Karaoke with KJ Jeff at 8:00 pm Wednesday, December 17 at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula

Don’t miss KettleHouse Holiday Karaoke! Hosted by KJ Jeff, and as always special prizes from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm! As well as $3 Tall KettleHouse cans all night long!

Elephant Gerald's Christmas Jazz Jam at Stave & Hoop
2025-12-18 20:00 - 23:00 | Stave & Hoop, 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, Missoula, 59802, United States
Elephant Gerald brings a list of hot swingin’ jazzy Christmas tunes to Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursday, December 18

Christmas time is here, folks! And this week, Elephant Gerald brings a list of the hottest, most swingin-est Christmas tunes! Bring your voice or instument and hop on stage with the house band!

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Nick of Time Holiday Pop-Up at Draught Works
2025-12-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Draught Works, 915 Toole Avenue, Missoula, Montana, 59802, United States
Cutting it close on your Christmas shopping plans? Join Draught Works for the annual Nick of Time Holiday Pop-Up on Friday, December 19 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Join Draught Works for the annual Nick of Time Holiday Pop-Up on Friday, December 19 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm!

This festive evening is your chance to snag meaningful, last-minute gifts while supporting incredible local makers. Wander through a cozy, holiday-lit market here at Draught Works, sip on some Shreddy Day, and discover handcrafted treasures you won’t find anywhere else.

We’re bringing together nine amazing artisans, each offering something truly magical and made with heart:

Meg Peterson Art – gorgeous artwork by Megan O’DellWild Wanders MT – handcrafted wild goods.Snowday Leather – insanely amazing handcrafted leatherworkTrue South Wood Designs – beautifully detailed pyrography wood artThread Parade – playful, clever cross-stitch creationsFarm Hand Farm – gorgeous, one-of-a-kind floral bouquetsEyeseekyou – stunning stone & metal jewelryDivide Designs – breathtaking stained-glass artHeather Dennison – vibrant, joyful Draught Works tie-dye tees

Chances are, one of these talented makers has exactly the holiday treasure you’ve been searching for!

The Western Montana Santa Flyover around Missoula
2025-12-19 18:30 - 20:00
Santa’s Dash Through the Big Sky Flyover happens in the sky above Missoula from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, December 19

Santa’s Dash Through the Big Sky Flyover is scheduled for Friday, December 19 at 6:30 pm , weather permitting. Please spread the word so that every kid and kid at heart can enjoy the Christmas Spirit that our community has provided!

On the day of the flight, we will be posting updates on the tracker website: https://www.406santa.org/santa

Please remember that drones are not allowed and cause safety issues for Santa. Drones are strictly prohibited and if a drone is spotted by the pilot/copilot then the flight will be terminated immediately.

This Flyover would not be possible without your support and the support of our sponsors. We would like to thank our sponsors, Missoula Downtown Foundation, Minuteman Aviation, Sorensen Transport, Chick-fil-A, Cats on Broadway, Union Club Bar, Raptor Plumbing and the “Official Veterinarian for Santa’s Reindeer” Eastgate Veterinary Clinic.

In preparation for Santa’s Flyover this Friday, here is last year’s flight path. Santa makes every effort to follow the same path, but due to weather conditions it is subject to change.
