Weekend PICKS: Thursday, April 18th thru Sunday, April 21st
Get in, sit down, and hold on tight – The MUG has compiled the most comprehensive list of events from Thursday thru Sunday in Missoula and around Western Montana, all right here for you to make your own Weekend PICKS!
Draught Works is holding their annual Adult Spelling Bee that starts at 6:00 pm sharp Thursday – everyone has that pro-level speller friend or family member, they should sign up. Spelling has never been so fun.
Logjam is rockin’ all weekend – at The Wilma, Niko Moon brings “The Better Days Tour” Thursday; Opiuo has an EDM show Friday; and The California Honeydrops fill The Wilma on Saturday. Groove’s 420 Party at The Top Hat happens on Saturday with a free late evening concert by Spunj.
It’s 4/20 Weekend, so those of you who are so inclined will be rounding up your buds to partake in any number of themed shows and events in the spirit of the magical date. Missoula’s 5th Annual 420 Block Party is at Caras Park starting 11:30 am Saturday.
The first weekend of the annual International Wildlife Film Festival kicks off Saturday at The Roxy Theater.
Earth Day is coming up, and on Sunday in Missoula the Clark Fork Coalition is hosting their annual Volunteer River Cleanup starting 9:30 am at Caras Park. At 10:30 am, Earth Within Girls hosts a Spring Song Circle and Earth Day Celebration featuring Andrea Harsell at Sacred Ally in Missoula.
There are around 70 local music shows of one kind or another in the area throughout the weekend – we have options!
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 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 and 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 markets. Take the family for a brisk hike. Get back out on the mountain bike. 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.
Do you have a Western Montana event coming up that you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!
THURSDAY, April 18
Jimmy Smith Tribute Fundraiser show for Pat McKay Memorial at KettleHouse Bonner Tap House
Kettlehouse Tap House Bonner 605 Cold Smoke Avenue, BonnerJimmy Smith plays a solo show 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at KettleHouse Bonner Tap House in tribute and as a fundraiser for the service of his late bandmate, Pat McKay
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
Adult Spelling Bee at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaArrive early / before 6:00 pm to participate in Draught Works' 4th annual Adult Spelling Bee on Thursday, April 18
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
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula – Rattlesnake Snowbowl Overlook & Fenceline
Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead Rattlesnake Trail at Sawmill Gulch Road, MissoulaMeet up with the TNR crew at 6:00 pm at the main Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead parking lot for the Thursday Night Mountain Bike Ride up to the Snowbowl Overlook and back on Fenceline & Ewok trails
Trivia Night Thursdays at Iron Griz
Iron Griz: American Bistro 515 South Avenue E., MissoulaBring your brainy-est friends to sign up for Trivia Night Thursdays at 7:00 pm at the Iron Griz: American Bistro in 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
Country Dance Night Thursdays at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceCountry Dance Night every Thursday with free lessons at 7:00 pm and DJ & Dancing at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Steve Hofstetter at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaSteve Hofstetter at The Badlander in Missoula Thursday at 7:30 pm
Niko Moon “The Better Days Tour” with Redferrin at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes Niko Moon for a live performance on "The Better Days Tour" at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula on Thursday, April 18 with support from Redferrin
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!
Friday, April 19
Acoustic Roll at Highlander Beer
Highlander Beer 200 International Drive, MissoulaAcoustic Roll at Highlander Beer in Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Good Company live at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonGood Company live at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Andre’ Floyd at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaAndre' Floyd at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery in Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tommy Edwards Jr at The Raven
The Raven 25999 Montana Hwy 35, BigforkTommy Edwards Jr at The Raven in Woods Bay Friday at 7:00 pm
Enterprise Earth / Death: An Anthology, North American Tour at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaEnterprise Earth / Death: An Anthology, North American Tour at the ZACC in Missoula Friday at 7:00 pm
Justin Harris at The Durham
The Durham - Kitchen and Cocktails 49494 US Hwy 93, PolsonJustin Harris plays live and solo starting at 7:00 pm Friday at The Durham in Polson
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
Steel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkSteel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Big Sky Overdrive at Montana Bar
The Montana Bar 201 Main Street, Hot SpringsBig Sky Overdrive at Montana Bar in Deer Lodge Friday at 8:00 pm
Jaden Decker at The Wheel
Wheel Inn Tavern 123 Main Street, LincolnJaden Decker at The Wheel in Lincoln Friday at 8:00 pm
Banshee Tree & Yak Attack at Free Cycles
Free Cycles 732 S. 1st Street W., MissoulaBanshee Tree & Yak Attack at Free Cycles in Missoula Friday at 8:00 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
Joan Zen Band & Draught Works Tap Takeover at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceThe Joan Zen Band takes over the stage, and Draught Works takes over the taps at 8:00 pm Friday, April 18 at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Colton Vance at Cowboy Troy’s
Cowboy Troy's 2359 US Hwy 93, VictorColton Vance plays live starting at 8:00 pm Friday at Cowboy Troy's in Victor
Opiuo with Freddy Todd and potions at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes Opiuo for a live performance with openers Freddy Todd and potions at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula on Friday, April 19
Karaoke Fridays at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaKaraoke team assemble! Every Friday at 9:00 pm at Evaro Bar and Casino
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!
DC CHI3F live at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaDC CHI3F live at Monk's Bar in Missoula Friday from 9:00 pm to 1:30 am
Scott Pemberton O Theory at Great Northern Bar & Grill
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishScott Pemberton O Theory at Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish Friday at 9:30 pm
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
SATURDAY, April 20
Seed Starters at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonSeed Starters at Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton Saturday from 10:00 am to Noon
International Wildlife Film Festival 47 at The Roxy Theater
The Roxy Theater 718 S. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe 47th running of the International Wildlife Film Festival screenings from Saturday, April 20 thru Thursday, April 25 at The Roxy Theater in Missoula
Missoula’s 5th Annual 420 Block Party
Caras Park, Missoula MT 123 Carousel Dr, MissoulaMissoula's 5th Annual 420 Block Party Saturday beginning at 11:30 am
Chad Ball at Smelter City Brewing
Smelter City Brewing 101 Main Street, AnacondaChad Ball at Smelter City Brewing in Anaconda Saturday at 5:00 pm
Archertown at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellArchertown plays live from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Ben Darce at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellBen Darce at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell Saturday at 6:00 pm
Annual Cat Hunters Ball at Big Cat Cafe with live music by Billy G
Big Cat Cafe 114 N. Main Street, DarbyDarby's historical community event, the annual Cat Hunters Ball is happening at the Big Cat Cafe from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Saturday, April 20 with live music by Billy G
Zootown Music at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaGet your 4/20 weekend vibes down when Zootown Music plays 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday, April 20 at Missoula's Draught Works
Social Hour Comedy at Flathead Lake Brewing Co.
Flathead Lake Brewing Company 116 Holt Drive, BigforkSocial Hour Comedy at Flathead Lake Brewing Co. in Bigfork Saturday at 7:30 pm
Pay No Mind + Try Again + DAMNTHEBADLUCK at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaPay No Mind + Try Again + DAMNTHEBADLUCK at the ZACC in Missoula Saturday at 7:30 pm
Steel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkSteel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Sona Jobarteh in concert at Bitterroot Performing Arts Council
Bitterroot Performing Arts Council 127 W Main St, Suite 108, HamiltonSona Jobarteh in concert at Bitterroot Performing Arts Council in Hamilton Saturday from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The California Honeydrops at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcome The California Honeydrops for a live performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm on Saturday, April 20
Dueling Pianos with Josh Farmer and Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaDueling Pianos with Josh Farmer and Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop in Missoula Saturday from 8:00 pm to Midnight
Burlesque Show at The Rustic Hut (SOLD OUT)
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceAvery Delite presents an evening of Burlesque performance at The Rustic Hut in Florence at 8:30 pm Saturday, April 20 (SOLD OUT)
Hammerhead Jack is back at Evaro Bar
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaHammerhead Jack is back at Evaro Bar Saturday at 9:00 pm
Copper Mountain Band at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaThe Copper Mountain Band keeps you hoppin' with the hits starting at 9:00 pm Friday at Missoula's Sunrise Saloon
Quinn Vangaalen at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonQuinn Vangaalen at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson Saturday from 9:00 pm to Midnight
The Sweet Lillies at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Sweet Lillies at Great Northern Bar in Whitefish Saturday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Groove’s 420 Party with Spunj at the Top Hat
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaGroove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome Spunj for a FREE live concert performance at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:15 pm on Saturday, April 20
SUNDAY, April 21
Clark Fork Coalition Volunteer River Cleanup
Caras Park, Missoula MT 123 Carousel Dr, MissoulaTake part in the Clark Fork Coalition Volunteer River Cleanup starting 9:30 am Sunday, April 21 at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula
Earth Within Girls’ Spring Song Circle & Earth Day Celebration with Andrea Harsell at Sacred Ally
Sacred Ally 736 S. 1st Street W., MissoulaMissoula's Andrea Harsell leads Earth Within Girls' Spring Song Circle & Earth Day Celebration at 10:30 am Sunday, April 21 at Sacred Ally
International Wildlife Film Festival 47 at The Roxy Theater
The Roxy Theater 718 S. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe 47th running of the International Wildlife Film Festival screenings from Saturday, April 20 thru Thursday, April 25 at The Roxy Theater in Missoula
Steel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkSteel Magnolias at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Bigfork Bingo Sunday at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkLakeside views and Bigfork Bingo Sunday at 3:00 pm at The Sitting Duck on Woods Bay / Flathead Lake
The Captain Wilson Conspiracy at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaGet your Sunday jazz groove on with The Captain Wilson Conspiracy at Missoula's Draught Works from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm April 21
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 5:00 pm every Sunday
Karaoke hosted by Ash at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaSunday Karaoke hosted by Ash 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula
Hot Club of Cowtown with Tyler Hilton At Wachholz College Center
Wachholz College Center at FVCC 795 Grandview Drive, KalispellHot Club of Cowtown with Tyler Hilton At Wachholz College Center in Kalispell Sunday at 7:00 pm
Dead Eye Presents – Academy Order + The Old Ones + Swamp Ritual at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaDead Eye Presents - Academy Order + The Old Ones + Swamp Ritual at the ZACC in Missoula Sunday at 7:30 pm
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.
Do you have a Western Montana event you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!