Weekend PICKS: Thursday, April 16th thru Sunday, April 19th
Squirrel! There’s so much music, outdoor activities, and all kinds of events happening it’s easy to get distracted…we’re here to help. The MUG is here with all the best mid-April Weekend PICKS for Missoula and Western Montana!
Check out the Alberton Winter Indoor Market in the Alberton Community/Senior Center 30 miles west of Missoula 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru May 7.
Missoula Art Museum’s after-hours Late Thursdays happen from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of the month.
Acoustic singer / songwriter Strummingbird Vegabond / Rebecca Kelley plays live at the KettleHouse Brewing Tap House in Bonner 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm Thursday.
Meet up with TNR at 6:00 pm at Missoula’s Marshall Mountain Park for this week’s Thursday Night MTB Ride.
Get down to Live Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula.
Arrive early with your black-belt brainy buds for Trivia Thursday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell.
Dan Dubuque brings his Weissenborn guitar for an amazing one-man musical show 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton.
Get your team together, or fly solo for Trivia Thursday nights at 6:00 pm at Brannigan’s Irish Pub in Kalispell.
A little love now equals fantastic trail love the rest of the season – help out with the Flathead Area Mountain Bikers / Spencer Mountain Dig Days at Twin Bridges Trailhead at 6:00 pm on Thursdays April 16, April 23 and April 30.
Singers, bands, instruments, duos, solos, and comedians: grab the mic, bring your talent, and light up the stage on Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursdays at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.
If wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by David Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell.
Thursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Bingo at 7:00 pm.
Kalispell Police Officers Association proudly presents a night of good timin’ country and swingin’ rockabilly with Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at the Flathead High School Auditorium in Kalispell 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday.
Country Dance Night the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month with free lessons at 7:00 pm and DJ & Dancing at The Rustic Hut in Florence.
Test your investigative skills during Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / PARTV Center starting at 7:30 pm Thursday thru Saturday, and at 2:00 pm Sunday.
MissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones by Roger Holzberg with performances nightly at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Thursday thru Sunday.
Logjam Presents welcomes Josh Ritter for a live concert performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Thursday.
Request your favorite songs to sing at Thursday Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32.
Karaoke is hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment & Productions from 9:00 pm to closing time every Tuesday & Thursday on the main stage at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon.
Entr’acte – Solo Exhibition by Nic Fischer at opening artist reception at Cassens Fine Art Gallery in Hamilton 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday.
The legendary John Dunnigan performs at Great Northern Bar in Whitefish 9:30 pm Thursday til midnight.
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.
Way Down North bring their brand of Americana to The Rendezvous in Columbia Falls 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday.
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 Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing.
The University of Montana’s Kyiyo Native American Student Association hosts the 57th Annual Kyiyo Powwow weekend at 6:00 pm Friday; and at 12:00 pm Noon & 6:00 pm Saturday at UM Adams Center.
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.
Alpine Theatre Project / ATP Kids presents Beetlejuice Jr. with performances at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday and Saturday; and 4:00 pm Sunday.
Dance to the country hits with Nashville 406 from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Friday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.
Bare Bait Dance presents “An Exquisite Corpse” at Missoula’s Westside Theater with performances from Friday thru Sunday.
Logjam Presents welcomes the film Superfish Salmon presented by Trout Unlimited; hosted by four-time Emmy award winning filmmaker Rick Rosenthal at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:30 pm Friday.
Trivia in Paradise! every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana.
Ryan Chrys plays a live solo acoustic set for an evening of country music songs and stories at the historic Philipsburg Theatre at 8:00 pm Friday.
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 Trent Brooks Band rolls in to keep Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon rockin’ on the dance floor with a double-header weekend playing live from 9:00 am to 1:00 am on Friday & Saturday.
The TomCats play a rockin’ Friday night from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am at The Union Club in Downtown Missoula.
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula’s Westside Lanes from 9:00 pm til closing time.
Sub Club Productions presentsThe Revival with Skillbilliez and Chaddabox at Monk’s Bar in Downtown Missoula at 9:00 pm Friday.
Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson.
Sign up to race, or come out and watch the action at Rounds #1 & #2 of the HCMA Motocross Championship Series at Hungry Horse MX 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 hosted by Flathead Dirt Riders.
Join the Clark Fork Coalition on Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula for the annual volunteer Clark Fork River Cleanup along the corridor from Sha-Ron to Kelly Island, followed by a free brunch.
The Missoula Sports Card & Collectibles Show is happening in the Ballroom at the Missoula Hilton Garden Inn featuring Memorabilia, Pokemon, Comics & more 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday.
The 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival returns to Missoula’s Roxy Theater with nearly 70 original documentary films, and screenings running from 11:00 am Saturday thru Thursday, April 23.
You can be pickin’ – and a-grinnin’ – at the Montana Rockies Bluegrass Association Festival & Fundraiserhappening at the Neely Center in Victor 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Saturday.
Trail Head River Sports in midtown Missoula hosts their 4th annual Boat Swap to sell & buy used river / boating gear from 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm Saturday.
Switchback Records presents the return of the Weary Traveler’s Music Festival at the University of Montana “M” Trailhead Amphitheater 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday.
Rocky Mountain Riff Fest delivers a new punk metal show at Glacier Park VFW Post 2252 in Kalispell featuring headliners American Sharks + thirteen more bands starting at 4:20 pm Saturday.
Guitarist / Singer Songwriter Steve Merriam plays live at 6:00 pm Saturday at Patriotic American Brewery in Kalispell.
Join Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing every Saturday for a fun-filled Play It Forward Bingo night hosted by Kendra from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Missoula’s own Americana wordsmith Tom Catmull brings 25 years of storytelling, melody, and charm to the murphy stage at Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm Saturday.
Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm.
The Blue Collar Band clocks in for a night of honest work playing country favorites and classic rock from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.
Yeehaw! – Paul Cauthen is bringing his band to the Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell alongside the Crowe Boys Band and Radio Ranch at 7:00 pm Saturday.
Nashville 406 brings a little bit of the 615 to the Bitterroot, playing live at Hamilton Eagles Lodge 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday.
Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Chorale presents “Bolero! Ravel’s 150th Anniversary” – conducted by maestro John Zoltek with guest pianist Sheng Cai and guest composer Polina Nazaykinskaya at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell at 7:30 pm Saturday.
Leaf + Quiet Underground in Missoula welcomes Night Blooming Jasmine to the stage for an evening of Hot Club Swing Jazz from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday.
Celtic ensemble Solas closes out the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council’s 2025-2026 Music Series with dynamic evening of Irish music at Hamilton Performing Arts Center 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday.
The JIVE brings their dance-forward take on hot club jazz to Flipper’s Tavern in Missoula 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday.
The Northern Lights Band play a night of country music you can dance to at The Rustic Hut in Florence at 8:00 pm Saturday.
Mark Chase plays acoustic covers with the debut of live music at Marvin’s Bar N’ Grill in Missoula at 8:00 pm Saturday.
Logjam Presents welcomes AFI for a live concert performance with Choir Boy at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Tuesday.
Eli Howard and The Greater Good roll in to play a doubleheader weekend with K. Phillips at 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday at the Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish.
Demon Doll’s “The Art of Letting Go” album release party with Intice and Axe of Volition opening at Monk’s Bar in Downtown Missoula at 9:00 pm Saturday.
It’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.
Get down at the Absolutely Saturday Dance Party hosted by DJ Kris Moon at 10:00 pm Saturday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.
Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome STiLGONE for a free live concert performance at The Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:30 pm Saturday.
Anaconda Bicycles invites you to stretch your legs at the Stumptown 100 Gravel Ride with distance options from 8 to 106 miles starting at 9:00 am Sunday, April 19; start / finish will be at 3641 Stumptown Road just off Hwy 1 west of Anaconda.
Come on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO in the Bay from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite host Sultry Sarah.
Roll on in to Trax Bar in Alberton for Barstool Bingo Sundays from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing hosts a Sunday Pinball Tournament every week from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Join Lake Missoula Old Time for an a’capella community Pub Sing session at Western Cider from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm the 3rd Sunday each month.
It’s Bingo with a Beat! – Soundcheck Bingo at 6:00 pm every Sunday at KT’s Hayloft Saloon in Lolo.
Join hosts Paul and Stu for Dram Tuff Trivia at 6:00 pm each Sunday at Missoula’s Dram Shop Central.
Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in Draught Works’ taproom in Missoula every Sunday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Spring Sunday Night Jazz Series – this week’s featured artist is Loren Stillman and Haymaker.
Sing away your Sunday night with Angelic Tunes Karaoke from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at The Timber Bar & Grill (formerly the Dusty Star Saloon) in Kalispell.
Logjam Presents welcomes KR3TURE for a live performance on their Ecosystems Tour / Bicycle Day Celebration with openers AudsR and Track Rabbit at The Top Hat at 8:00 pm Sunday.
We have around 60 live music events listed for this weekend – take your pick!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of springtime activities and events are happening not only around Missoula, but all the way up the Flathead, Mission and Bitterroot valleys, east to Phillipsburg and Anaconda, and out west past Alberton. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier and even Northwestern Montana, 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 these last couple weeks at the area winter markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor spring hike or mountain bike ride. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. Try your luck with some fun local bingo. 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 and holidays. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
“There is no glory in star or blossom till looked upon by a loving eye; There is no fragrance in April breezes till breathed with joy as they wander by.“
– William Cullen Bryant
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THURSDAY, April 16
Events for April 16, 2026
Alberton Indoor Winter Market in the Community / Senior Center
Alberton Senior Citizens Center 701 Railroad Avenue, AlbertonCheck out the Alberton Winter Indoor Market in the Alberton Community/Senior Center 30 miles west of Missoula 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru May 7
Late Thursday at Missoula Art Museum
Missoula Art Museum 335 N. Pattee Street, MissoulaMissoula Art Museum's after-hours Late Thursdays happen from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of the month
Strummingbird Vegabond live at KettleHouse Brewing Bonner Tap House
Acoustic singer / songwriter Strummingbird Vegabond / Rebecca Kelley plays live at the KettleHouse Brewing Tap House in Bonner 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm Thursday, April 16
Thursday Night Jazz at The Old Post
The Old Post Pub 103 W. Spruce Street, MissoulaLive Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm every Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula
Trivia Thursday at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellArrive early with your black-belt brainy buds for Trivia Thursday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Dan Dubuque at Bitter Root Brewing
Dan Dubuque brings his Weissenborn guitar for an amazing one-man musical show 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, April 16 at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
Back to the 90s Trivia at Brannigan’s Irish Pub
Brannigan's Irish Pub 101 E. Center Street, KalispellGrab your crew and take them back to the greatest decade ever with Back to the 90s Trivia Night at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, April 16 at Brannigan's Irish Pub in Kalispell
Spencer Mountain Dig Days at Twin Bridges Trailhead with Flathead Area Mountain Bikers
Twin Bridges Trailhead / Spencer Mountain Twin Bridges Road, WhitefishA little love now equals fantastic trail love the rest of the season - help out with the Flathead Area Mountain Bikers / Spencer Mountain Dig Days at Twin Bridges Trailhead at 6:00 pm on Thursdays April 16, April 23 and April 30
Open Mic Night Thursdays at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloSingers, bands, instruments, duos, solos, and comedians: grab the mic, bring your talent, and light up the stage on Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursdays at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
TNR / Thursday Night Missoula MTB Ride – Marshall Mountain
Meet up with TNR at 6:00 pm at Missoula's Marshall Mountain Park for this week's Thursday Night MTB Ride
Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Night at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
If wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by David Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell
Thursday Bingo at The Rhino
The Rhino 158 Ryman St, MissoulaThursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Bingo at 7:00 pm
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at Flathead High School Auditorium
Kalispell Police Officers Association proudly presents a night of good timin' country and swingin' rockabilly with Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at the Flathead High School Auditorium in Kalispell 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday, April 16
Country Dance Night Thursdays at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceCountry Dance Night the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month with free lessons at 7:00 pm and DJ & Dancing at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / UM PARTV Center
UM Montana Theatre 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaTest your investigative skills during Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / PARTV Center on April 9-19 starting at 7:30 pm Thu.-Sat. and 2:00 pm Sun
MissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaMissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones by Roger Holzberg with performances nightly at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday, April 15 thru Sunday, April 19
Josh Ritter at The Wilma
Logjam Presents welcomes Josh Ritter for a live concert performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Thursday, April 16
Karaoke Thursday at Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaThursday Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32
Pro DJ Entertainment Karaoke at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaKaraoke hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment & Productions from 9:00 pm to closing time every Thursday on the main stage at The Sunrise Saloon
John Dunnigan at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe legendary John Dunnigan returns to Great Northern Bar in Whitefish 9:30 pm Thursday til midnight
FRIDAY, April 17
Events for April 17, 2026
Entr’acte – Solo Exhibition by Nic Fischer at Cassens Fine Art Gallery
Entr'acte - Solo Exhibition by Nic Fischer at opening artist reception at Cassens Fine Art Gallery in Hamilton 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, April 17
Live Music Fridays at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonEnjoy 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
Way Down North at The Rendezvous
Way Down North bring their brand of Americana to The Rendezvous in Columbia Falls 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, April 17
OffPitch Karaoke hosted by Kendra Fridays at OddPitch Brewing
OddPitch Brewing 1200 W Kent, Suite #103, MissoulaYour 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
57th Annual Kyiyo Pow Wow at UM Adams Center
University of Montana Adams Center 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaThe University of Montana's Kyiyo Native American Student Association hosts the 57th Annual Kyiyo Powwow weekend at 6:00 pm Friday, April 17; and at 12:00 pm Noon & 6:00 pm Saturday, April 18 at UM Adams Center
Open Mic / Open Jam Friday with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Entertainer Theatre in Ronan
The Pearl (Entertainer) Theatre 410 Main Street SWExperience 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
ATP Kids present Beetlejuice Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishAlpine Theatre Project presents Beetlejuice Jr. with performances at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18; and 4:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Nashville 406 at The Jack Saloon
Dance to the country hits with Nashville 406 from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Friday, April 17 at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
Queer Prom MT presents “Midnight on the Bayou” Adult Night at Missoula Fairgrounds
Queer Prom MT presents "Midnight on the Bayou" Adult Night 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Friday, April 17 at Missoula Fairgrounds
Bare Bait Dance presents “An Exquisite Corpse” at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaBare Bait Dance presents "An Exquisite Corpse" at Missoula's Westside Theater with performances from April 17-19 and April 23-26
Superfish: Salmon film hosted by 4-time Emmy award-winning filmmaker Rick Rosenthal at The Wilma
Logjam Presents welcomes the film Superfish Salmon presented by Trout Unlimited; hosted by four-time Emmy award winning filmmaker Rick Rosenthal at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:30 pm Friday, April 17
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / UM PARTV Center
UM Montana Theatre 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaTest your investigative skills during Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / PARTV Center on April 9-19 starting at 7:30 pm Thu.-Sat. and 2:00 pm Sun
MissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaMissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones by Roger Holzberg with performances nightly at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday, April 15 thru Sunday, April 19
Trivia Friday at Plains American Legion Post 129
Trivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Ryan Chrys (solo acoustic) at the Philipsburg Theatre
Ryan Chrys - live solo acoustic for an evening of country music songs and stories at the historic Philipsburg Theatre at 8:00 pm Friday, April 17
Angelic Tunes Karaoke Friday at Kalispell Eagles Lodge 234
Kalispell Eagles 234 37 1st Street West, KalispellSing with Angelic Tunes Karaoke at Kalispell Eagles Lodge 234 starting at 8:00 pm Friday til 1:00 am
Friday Night Karaoke at A Sip of Montana
A Sip of Montana – Woods Bay Tap House, Bar & Casino 14509 MT Hwy 35, BigforkBring 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
Eli Howard and The Greater Good with K. Phillips at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishEli Howard and The Greater Good roll in to play a doubleheader weekend with K. Phillips at 9:00 pm Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18 at the Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish
Trent Brooks Band at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaThe Trent Brooks Band rolls in to keep Missoula's Sunrise Saloon rockin' on the dance floor with a double-header weekend playing live from 9:00 am to 1:00 am on Friday & Saturday
The TomCats at The Union Club
The TomCats play a rockin' Friday night from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am at The Union Club in Downtown Missoula
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
The Revival featuring Skillbilliez w/ Chaddabox at Monk’s Bar
Sub Club Productions presents The Revival with Skillbilliez and Chaddabox at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula at 9:00 pm Friday, April 17
Loki Karaoke Fridays at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
SATURDAY, April 18
Events for April 18, 2026
HCMA Motocross Series Rounds #1 & #2 at Hungry Horse Raceway
Hungry Horse Motocross Track Hungry HorseSign up to race, or come out and watch the action at Rounds #1 & #2 of the HCMA Motocross Championship Series at Hungry Horse MX 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 hosted by Flathead Dirt Riders
Annual Clark Fork River Cleanup at Caras Park
Join the Clark Fork Coalition on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula for the annual volunteer Clark Fork River Cleanup along the corridor from Sha-Ron to Kelly Island, followed by a free brunch
Missoula Sports Card & Collectibles Show at Hilton Garden Inn
Missoula Hilton Garden Inn 5720 N. Reserve Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Sports Card & Collectibles Show is happening in the Ballroom at the Missoula Hilton Garden Inn featuring Memorabilia, Pokemon, Comics & more 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, April 18 and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Montana Rockies Bluegrass Association Festival & Fundraiser at Neely Center in Victor
You can be pickin' - and a-grinnin' - at the Montana Rockies Bluegrass Association Festival & Fundraiser happening at the Neely Center in Victor 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Saturday, April 18
49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival at The Roxy Theater
The Roxy Theater 718 S. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival returns to Missoula's Roxy Theater with nearly 70 original documentary films, and screenings running from Saturday, April 18 thru Thursday, April 23
57th Annual Kyiyo Pow Wow at UM Adams Center
University of Montana Adams Center 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaThe University of Montana's Kyiyo Native American Student Association hosts the 57th Annual Kyiyo Powwow weekend at 6:00 pm Friday, April 17; and at 12:00 pm Noon & 6:00 pm Saturday, April 18 at UM Adams Center
4th Annual Boat Swap at Trail Head River Sports
Trail Head River Sports in midtown Missoula hosts their 4th annual Boat Swap to sell & buy used river / boating gear from 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Weary Traveler’s Music Festival at University of Montana “M” Trailhead Amphitheater
Switchback Records presents the return of the Weary Traveler’s Music Festival at the University of Montana "M" Trailhead Amphitheater 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Rocky Mountain Riff Fest at Glacier Park VFW Post 2252
Rocky Mountain Riff Fest delivers a new punk metal show at Glacier Park VFW Post 2252 in Kalispell featuring headliners American Sharks + thirteen more bands starting at 4:20 pm Saturday, April 18
Chad Ball in The Vault at Philipsburg Brewing Company
Join the always wonderful Chad Ball in The Vault at Philipsburg Brewing 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Guitarist / Singer Songwriter Steve Merriam live at Patriotic American Brewery
Guitarist / Singer Songwriter Steve Merriam plays live at 6:00 pm Saturday, April 18 at Patriotic American Brewery in Kalispell
Play It Forward Bingo at OddPitch Brewing
OddPitch Brewing 1200 W Kent, Suite #103, MissoulaJoin Missoula's OddPitch Brewing every Saturday for a fun-filled Play It Forward Bingo night hosted by Kendra from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Live Music with Tom Catmull at Draught Works
Missoula's own Americana wordsmith Tom Catmull brings 25 years of storytelling, melody, and charm to the murphy stage at Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm Saturday, April 18
ATP Kids present Beetlejuice Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishAlpine Theatre Project presents Beetlejuice Jr. with performances at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18; and 4:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Community Open Jam Night with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Entertainer Theatre in Ronan
The Pearl (Entertainer) Theatre 410 Main Street SWExperience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm
The Blue Collar Band at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloThe Blue Collar Band clocks in for a night of honest work playing country favorites and classic rock 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
Paul Cauthen with Crowe Boys & Radio Ranch at Majestic Valley Arena
Yeehaw! - Paul Cauthen is bringing his band to the Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell alongside the Crowe Boys Band and Radio Ranch at 7:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Nashville 406 at Hamilton Eagles Lodge
Nashville 406 brings a little bit of the 615 to the Bitterroot, playing live at Hamilton Eagles Lodge 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Bare Bait Dance presents “An Exquisite Corpse” at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaBare Bait Dance presents "An Exquisite Corpse" at Missoula's Westside Theater with performances from April 17-19 and April 23-26
Ravel’s Bolero and Piano Concertos with Glacier Symphony Orchestra at Wachholz College Center
Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Chorale presents "Bolero! Ravel's 150th Anniversary" - conducted by maestro John Zoltek with guest pianist Sheng Cai and guest composer Polina Nazaykinskaya at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell at 7:30 pm Saturday, April 18
Night Blooming Jasmine at Leaf + Quiet Underground
Leaf + Quiet Underground in Missoula welcomes Night Blooming Jasmine to the stage for an evening of Hot Club Swing Jazz from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / UM PARTV Center
UM Montana Theatre 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaTest your investigative skills during Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / PARTV Center on April 9-19 starting at 7:30 pm Thu.-Sat. and 2:00 pm Sun
MissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaMissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones by Roger Holzberg with performances nightly at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday, April 15 thru Sunday, April 19
Solas Celtic Ensemble at Hamilton Performing Arts Center
Celtic ensemble Solas closes out the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council's 2025-2026 music series with dynamic evening of Irish music at Hamilton Performing Arts Center 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Hot Club Jazz with The JIVE at Flipper’s Tavern
The JIVE brings their dance-forward take on hot club jazz to Flipper's Tavern in Missoula 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Northern Lights Band at The Rustic Hut
The Northern Lights Band play a night of country music you can dance to at The Rustic Hut in Florence on Saturday, April 18
Mark Chase at Marvin’s Bar N’ Grill
Mark Chase plays acoustic covers with the debut of live music at Marvin's Bar N' Grill in Missoula at 8:00 pm Saturday, April 18
AFI with Choir Boy at The Wilma
Logjam Presents welcomes AFI for a live concert performance with Choir Boy at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Tuesday, April 21
Eli Howard and The Greater Good with K. Phillips at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishEli Howard and The Greater Good roll in to play a doubleheader weekend with K. Phillips at 9:00 pm Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18 at the Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish
Trent Brooks Band at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaThe Trent Brooks Band rolls in to keep Missoula's Sunrise Saloon rockin' on the dance floor with a double-header weekend playing live from 9:00 am to 1:00 am on Friday & Saturday
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes
Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Demon Doll “The Art of Letting Go” Album Release Party at Monk’s Bar
Demon Doll "The Art of Letting Go" album release party with Intice and Axe of Volition opening at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula at 9:00 pm Saturday, April 18
Zootown Karaoke at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
It'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
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
STiLGONE at The Top Hat
Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome STiLGONE for a FREE live concert performance at The Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:30 pm Saturday, April 18
SUNDAY, April 19
Events for April 19, 2026
HCMA Motocross Series Rounds #1 & #2 at Hungry Horse Raceway
Hungry Horse Motocross Track Hungry HorseSign up to race, or come out and watch the action at Rounds #1 & #2 of the HCMA Motocross Championship Series at Hungry Horse MX 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 hosted by Flathead Dirt Riders
Mason Cole and The Hellbenders at Lakeside Resort & Hotel
Mason Cole and The Hellbenders make a stop on their tour to play live 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday, April 24 at the Lakeside Motel & Resort in Trout Creek
Missoula Sports Card & Collectibles Show at Hilton Garden Inn
Missoula Hilton Garden Inn 5720 N. Reserve Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Sports Card & Collectibles Show is happening in the Ballroom at the Missoula Hilton Garden Inn featuring Memorabilia, Pokemon, Comics & more 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, April 18 and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Stumptown 100 Gravel Ride in Anaconda
Anaconda Bicycles invites you to stretch your legs at the Stumptown 100 Gravel Ride with distance options from 8 to 106 miles starting at 9:00 am Sunday, April 19; start / finish will be at 3641 Stumptown Road just off Hwy 1 west of Anaconda
Bingo in the Bay Sunday at A Sip of Montana
A Sip of Montana – Woods Bay Tap House, Bar & Casino 14509 MT Hwy 35, BigforkCome on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite host Sultry Sarah
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / UM PARTV Center
UM Montana Theatre 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaTest your investigative skills during Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at the Montana Theatre / PARTV Center on April 9-19 starting at 7:30 pm Thu.-Sat. and 2:00 pm Sun
49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival at The Roxy Theater
The Roxy Theater 718 S. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival returns to Missoula's Roxy Theater with nearly 70 original documentary films, and screenings running from Saturday, April 18 thru Thursday, April 23
Barstool Bingo Sundays at Trax Bar
Trax Bar 516 Railroad Avenue, AlbertonRoll on in to Trax Bar in Alberton for Barstool Bingo Sundays from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm
ATP Kids present Beetlejuice Jr. at Whitefish Performing Arts Center
Whitefish Performing Arts Center 127 Spokane Avenue, WhitefishAlpine Theatre Project presents Beetlejuice Jr. with performances at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center at 7:00 pm Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18; and 4:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Sunday Pinball Tournament at OddPitch Brewing
OddPitch Brewing 1200 W Kent, Suite #103, MissoulaMissoula's OddPitch Brewing hosts a Sunday Pinball Tournament every week from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Pub Sing with Lake Missoula Old Time at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaJoin Lake Missoula Old Time for an a'capella community Pub Sing session at Western Cider from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm the 3rd Sunday each month
Soundcheck Bingo Sundays at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloIt's Bingo with a Beat! - Soundcheck Bingo at 6:00 pm every Sunday at KT's Hayloft Saloon in Lolo
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
Spring Sunday Night Jazz Series at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaUnwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in Draught Works' taproom in Missoula every Sunday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Spring Sunday Night Jazz Series
Bare Bait Dance presents “An Exquisite Corpse” at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaBare Bait Dance presents "An Exquisite Corpse" at Missoula's Westside Theater with performances from April 17-19 and April 23-26
MissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaMissCast Productions presents The Trial of Mother Jones by Roger Holzberg with performances nightly at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday, April 15 thru Sunday, April 19
KR3TURE Ecosystems Tour Bicycle Day Celebration w/ AudsR and Track Rabbit at The Top Hat
Logjam Presents welcomes KR3TURE for a live performance on their Ecosystems Tour with openers AudsR and Track Rabbit at The Top Hat at 8:00 pm Sunday, April 19
Angelic Tunes Karaoke Sunday at The Timber Bar & Grill
The Timber Bar & Grill 2205 Hwy 93 South, KalispellSing away your Sunday nights with Angelic Tunes Karaoke from 8:00 pm to closing time at The Timber Bar & Grill (formerly the Dusty Star Saloon) in Kalispell
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