Thanksgiving Weekend PICKS: Thursday, November 28th thru Sunday, December 1st
Tami Hubbard
Posted On November 28, 2024
Happy Thanksgiving! We’re most thankful for YOU, our loyal followers & supporters of The Missoula Underground. The MUG has compiled the most comprehensive list of events in Missoula and around Western Montana, all right here for you to make your own Thanksgiving Weekend PICKS!
Thanksgiving Day has plenty of options to get out & work up an appetite in the morning before getting home to settle in for a big meal and a well-deserved nap!
Ski season is getting underway! Discovery is open this weekend, as is Lookout Pass – both would be a great excuse to make the drive to break in the sticks (and those creaky legs). Bookmark The MUG’s comprehensive Western Montana Ski Conditions page to keep a handy reference to all the places in one spot.
On Saturday evening, your UM Grizzlies meet Tennessee State for the first round of the FCS Football Playoffs with kickoff at 8:15 pm at Washington-Grizzly Stadium – tickets are still available – Go Griz!
All throughout the weekend, you’ll find tons of local holiday and Christmas markets to get your shopping journey kickstarted. Shop small, shop local, please support our Montana craftsmen and vendors.
And there will be plenty of great local music to choose from all around the area – the weather looks okay all weekend – take the holiday to make a little road trip!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of November weekend activities and events are happening not only around Missoula, but all the way up the Flathead and the Bitterroot valleys, east to Phillipsburg and Anaconda, and out west past Alberton. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier, 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 seasonal markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor hike. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. 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. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
“The men and women in the Armed Forces, that’s what I always think about and what I teach my kids about. We’re getting ready to sit down at the table and have Thanksgiving, and there’s people that are not with their families.“
– Guy Fieri
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THURSDAY November 28
Run Wild Missoula Turkey Day 8K and 3K Family Fun Run at UM Tailgate Area
University of Montana Tailgate Area Campus Drive, MissoulaWork up an appetite with Run Wild Missoula at the Turkey Day 8K and 3K Family Fun Run starting at 9:30 am Thursday at the UM Tailgate Area
TNR Annual Thanksgiving Day Morning Hike – Sousa Trail
Sousa Trailhead 474-354 Spanish Peaks Drive, MissoulaJoin TNR for their family-friendly annual Thanksgiving Day Morning Hike starting at 10:00 am from the Sousa Trailhead in Missoula's South Hills
Free Thanksgiving Day Rides at A Carousel for Missoula
A Carousel for Missoula 101 Carousel Drive, MissoulaYee Haw! Bring the kids to A Carousel for Missoula on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm for FREE RIDES!
Thursday Trivia Night at Conflux Taphouse
Conflux Taphouse 200 E. Main Street, MissoulaArrive early for Trivia Thursday starting at 6:00 pm at Conflux Taphouse in Downtown Missoula
Thursday Trivia Night at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellIf wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell
FRIDAY, November 29
Andrew Huppert at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaRelax this Friday at Missoula's Ten Spoon Winery with live music from singer/songwriter Andrew Huppert, playing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellArtists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show in Kalispell Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Anaconda Christmas Stroll at Kennedy Commons
Kennedy Commons 4th and Main Street, AnacondaJoin Discover Anaconda for the Magical Anaconda Christmas Stroll at Kennedy Commons Friday from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Ugly Christmas Sweater Karaoke Bash at Hamilton City Hall
Bedford Building / Hamilton City Hall 2nd & Bedford, HamiltonUgly Christmas Sweater Karaoke Bash at Hamilton City Hall Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Nautilus at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaImmerse yourself in the music of Nautilus from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday at Missoula's Imagine Nation Brewing
Music Talent Jam, Open Mic & Karaoke Friday Nights at Kegler’s Pub in Ravalli Fun Center
Ravalli Fun Center 300 Skeels Avenue, HamiltonKeglers Pub & Casino hosts Music Talent Jam, Open Mic and Karaoke Friday Nights from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton - come sing your heart out!
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloKaraoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Trivia Friday at Plains American Legion Post 129
American Legion Post 129 450 Railroad Avenue, ParadiseTrivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Cheeb Live at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaCheeb performs live 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday at Cranky Sam Public House in Downtown Missoula
Jaden Decker at The Perfect Shot
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonJaden Decker at The Perfect Shot in Polson Friday at 9:00 pm
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
Karaoke Friday Night at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaFriday Night is Karaoke Night hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am, up at the Evaro Bar & Casino
Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaGrab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar!
Loki Karaoke Fridays at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge 101 Heritage Lane, PolsonSign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
Teddy Bear in the Trees at Hamilton City Hall
Bedford Building / Hamilton City Hall 2nd & Bedford, HamiltonTeddy Bear in the Trees at Hamilton City Hall Saturday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
SATURDAY, November 30
Teddy Bear in the Trees at Hamilton City Hall
Bedford Building / Hamilton City Hall 2nd & Bedford, HamiltonTeddy Bear in the Trees at Hamilton City Hall Saturday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Lakeside Christmas Tree Lighting at the West Shore Community Library
West Shore Community Library 7191 Hwy 93 S, LakesideLakeside Christmas Tree Lighting Saturday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm outside the West Shore Community Library
Philipsburg Yule Night Market at Granite County Museum
Granite County Museum 135 S Sansome St, PhilipsburgYule Night Craft Market at Granite County Museum in Philipsburg 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, December 13
Craft Faire at the Missoula Senior Center and Underground Rummage Sale
Missoula Senior Center 705 S Higgins Ave, MissoulaCraft Faire at the Missoula Senior Center and Underground Rummage Sale Saturday November 30 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Missoula Valley Winter Market at Southgate Mall
Southgate Mall 2901 Brooks Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Valley Winter Market happens from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Saturday from November 16 through December 28, and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm January 4 through April 12 inside Southgate Mall near the Scheels entrance
2024 Corvallis Christmas Bazaar at Corvallis High School
Corvallis High School 1045 Main Street, Corvallis2024 Corvallis Christmas Bazaar at Corvallis High School Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Sentinel High School’s 29th Annual Craft Fair and Show
Sentinel High School 901 South Avenue West, MissoulaSentinel High School's 29th Annual Craft Fair and Show Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Anaconda’s Vintage Christmas Market at the Montana Hotel
Montana Hotel 200 Main Street, AnacondaAnaconda's Vintage Christmas Market at the Montana Hotel Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Whimsical Fairies at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonWhimsical Fairies at Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton Saturday from 10:00 am to Noon
Indigenous Made Winter Market at the Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaSupport our Indigenous vendors on Small Business Saturday with the 3rd annual Indigenous Made Winter Market 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Missoula Fairgrounds
Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellArtists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show in Kalispell Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Downtown Hamilton Holiday Christmas Stroll, Tree Lighting and Shop Small Saturday
Downtown Hamilton, Montana 217 West Main Street, HamiltonSpend your afternoon in Downtown Hamilton for their annual Christmas Stroll, Tree Lighting, and Shop Small Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:30 pm
Winter Mercantile at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaWinter Mercantile at Western Cider in Missoula Saturday from Noon to 4:00 pm
The Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkThe Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts in Bigfork with two performances Saturday 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm and Sunday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Holiday Happy Hour and live Christmas Jazz with Milan House at Westslope Distillery
Westslope Distillery 172 South 2nd Street, HamiltonStop in for Holiday Happy Hour at Westslope Distillery in Hamilton with live Christmas Jazz from Milan House 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Saturday, November 30
A Christmas Concert at St. Ignatius Mission Church
St. Ignatius Mission Church 300 Beartrack Ave, St. IgnatiusA Christmas Concert at St. Ignatius Mission Church featuring The Cazan Duo beginning Saturday at 4:30 pm
Tree Lighting at Lake County Courthouse in Polson
Lake County Courthouse 101 5th Avenue East, PolsonTree Lighting at Lake County Courthouse in Polson Saturday at 6:00 pm
Release the Squirrels live at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaRelease the Squirrels live at Draught Works Brewery in Missoula Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Larry Hirschberg at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaLarry Hirschberg keeps you entertained every which way 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at Missoula's Imagine Nation Brewing
The Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkThe Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts in Bigfork with two performances Saturday 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm and Sunday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Death by Comedy at Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceDeath by Comedy at Rustic Hut in Florence Saturday beginning at 8:00 pm
Season of Soul 3.0 at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishJoin Mike Eldred & friends, Wendy Moten, David Santos, Ross Bridgeman, Mike Murray, and a killer band for the 3rd Annual Season of Soul at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 8:00 pm Saturday
UM Griz Football vs Tennessee State at Washington-Grizzly Stadium
Washington-Grizzly Stadium 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaUM Griz Football is back in action at Washington-Grizzly Stadium this weekend for the opening round of the 2024 FCS Playoffs! The Griz host Tennessee State under the lights Saturday at 8:15 pm
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaGrab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar!
Latin Dance Music Night at Misssoula Eagles Lodge #32
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaGet spicy when Latin Dance Music Night happens the last Saturday each month 9:00 pm to 2:00 am at the Missoula Eagles Lodge #32
Zootown Karaoke at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloIt'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
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishJustin Harris and The Pocket Aces roll in to the Great Northern Bar in Downtown Whitefish at 9:30 pm to deal out a Saturday night of swingin' rockabilly, good timin’ classic country and rock 'n' roll
Absolutely Saturday Dance Party with DJ Kris Moon at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaGet down at the Absolutely Saturday Dance Party hosted by DJ Kris Moon at 10:00 pm Saturday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula
SUNDAY, December 1
Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellArtists and Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas at the Fairgrounds Art & Craft Show in Kalispell Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkThe Nutcracker at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts in Bigfork with two performances Saturday 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm and Sunday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Imagine Nation Brewing’s Holiday Market
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaImagine Nation Brewing's Holiday Market Sunday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Missoula
Irish Music at Wildwood Brewing
WildWood Brewing 4018 Hwy 93 N, StevensvilleIrish Music at Wildwood Brewing in Stevensville from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday
Dram Tuff Trivia Sunday Nights at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaJoin hosts Paul and Stu for Dram Tuff Trivia at 6:00 pm each Sunday at Missoula's Dram Shop Central
Open Mic Sunday Night hosted by Colton Sea at Bias Brewing
Bias Brewing 412 Main Street, KalispellOpen Mic hosted by Colton Sea at Bias Brewing in Kalispell from starting at 6:00 pm every Sunday
Karaoke Sunday Night at Meagher Bar
The Thomas Meagher Bar 130 W. Pine Street, MissoulaJoin your friends for Sunday Night Karaoke from 9:00 pm to Midnight each week at the Thomas Meagher Bar in Downtown Missoula
Sunday Night Karaoke w/ DJ Nite Wolf at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaClose out your weekend like the star you are on the main stage at The Sunrise Saloon with Sunday Night Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf starting at 9:00 pm
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to holidays and weather. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
Do you have a Western Montana event you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!
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