Weekend PICKS: Thursday, April 27th thru Sunday, April 30th
Tami Hubbard
Posted On April 27, 2023
Here we are, the end of April, and we’re finally gonna get the perfect weather we’ve been waiting months for. We’re here to help you squeeze out every drop of spring goodness.
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 Weekend PICKS!
There are more than 100 local music shows of one kind or another in the area throughout the weekend…we’ve got options!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of springtime 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.
Get out and enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages. Try a new local brew! Support our local farmers and crafts people. Take the family for a spring hike, or get the bikes out for your first big ride. 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 27
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.”
– Margaret Atwood
Thursday, April 27
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Blue Shadows
KettleHouse Brewing Co.
605 Cold Smoke Ave, Bonner, Montana
Thursday, April 27
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gary McCormick
The Hops Montana
2412 Hwy 93 N, Victor, Montana
Thursday, April 27
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Eric Alan
Harbor Grille Lakeside
7135 Hwy 93, Lakeside, Montana
Thursday, April 27
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Imagine Ireland
Imagine Nation Brewing
1151 W Broadway St, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ben Larson and the Grown Ass Men
Bitter Root Brewing
101 Marcus St, Hamilton, Montana
Meet at 6:00 pm at the south side of the University Footbridge
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride
Deer Creek Sneak
Missoula, Montana
The word is that the Deer Creek Sneak route is finally rideable. We’ll take the classic route around Mount Sentinel heading out via the Kim Williams Trail, climbing up the Deer Creek Sneak, and finishing with a descent down the MoZ trail. Some of the group will likely add in a climb up to the top of Mount Sentinel. Meet at the south side of the University Footbridge.
Trailforks Route
TNR – Deer Creek Sneak
See you out there!
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
The Middle Kingdom Under the Big Sky: Chinese Settlers in Montana
Missoula Art Museum
335 N. Pattee Street, Missoula, Montana
Free/ Advance Registration Required
Hosted with the Max S. Baucus Institute and Montana World Affairs Council, come hear author Mark T. Johnson (Notre Dame University) discuss the history of Chinese communities in Montana. This event is free and open to the public, but registration in advance is required.
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jazz Night
The Old Post
103 W. Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Scott Bragonier
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana
“I was born and raised in the mountains of Wyoming, and was instilled with a deep love of the land, the people, and our heritage at an early age. As a teenager I was paid a little extra to play guitar and sing classic cowboy songs to guests when working on ranches in the mountains of Wyoming. It wasn’t long before I tried my hand at writing – some were bad and some were worse. But perseverance and playing the odds sometimes pays off and I found the most exhilarating and free form of expression.
I draw musical inspiration from a wide array of sources; traditional folk, blues, jazz, modern rock, pop, country and alternative. Yet when writing, I usually start with the intent of staying honest to my roots, but end up while walking the edge of tradition at times. “You need to let the song take you where it wants to go”, and often slips into a modern vibe of fresh influences.”
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Thursday Night Trivia
Mill Creek Grill at King Ranch
17775 Mullan Rd, Frenchtown, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sacred Waters Trivia
Sacred Waters Brewing Company
3250 U.S. Highway 2 East Kalispell, Montana
It’s always a packed house so be sure to arrive early to snag a table and, most importantly, a beer! Max 8 people per team. No phones. Just those brains! Top three teams win beer money. See you there!
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bad Larrys
Dusty Star Saloon
2205 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:00 pm
Sid & Keryl, (Good Company)
The Shoe, Lakeview Dining & Spirits
820 Shoreline Drive, Polson, Montana
Wednesday, April 26 – Saturday, April 29
Doors 5:30 pm // Show 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
JAZZOULA SPRING ’23
Zootown Art Community Center
216 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana
$20 // $17 Students & Seniors (50+)
**Thursday night’s performance is presented by Montana Public Radio in honor of Terry Conrad, and will be broadcast live!**
It’s Jazzoula Spring ‘23! Celebrating 21 years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting 20 plus jazz combos, big bands, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 26, 27, 28, and 29. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Missoula’s eclectic jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. With combo jazz, trios, big band, vocalists, student groups, and various musical incarnations. Acts include All City Jazz, Margi Cates, Salsa Loca, Joan Zen Quintet, Night Blooming Jasmine, Finn Carroll Trio, Basement Boyz, Ryan Belski Quartet, Missoula Jazz Collective, Patti Nolan and the Undeniables, Skyler Mendell Sextet, Chuck Florence Birthday Bash – Featuring Chuck Florence and His Motor City Five, Owen Ross Trio, An Absent Wilson Conspiracy, U of M Boyd Combo, Melody Anderson Vocal Trio, Loren Stillman, Kyle Curtis Trio, and SG Modern Jazz Project. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. See you there.
For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Thursday, April 27
6:30 pm
Trivia Thursday Nights
A Bar
11032 Hwy 83, Bigfork, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Mike Murray Duo
The KM Bar
29 3rd Street E., Kalispell, Montana
Thursday, April 27
6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Open Mic Night
VFW Post 3596
201 West Lynch St, Plains, Montana
Thursday, April 27
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Night
Waters Edge Winery Kalispell
2593 Hwy 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
Thursday, April 27
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Dale Adkins & Jim Faddis
Longstaff House
601 Longstaff Street, Missoula, Montana
FADDIS – ADKINS (FnA) DUO
$20 Suggested Donation
There’s something about the simplicity of two guitars, two voices, and perfect harmonies that transcends time and provides an authentic backdrop for the journey of a song. When that journey is delivered from the hands and voices of Jim Faddis and Dale Adkins, you can sit back and live that journey together with them. Their voices blend seamlessly on Jims original songs and country classics giving the audience a feel of a walk through time. Dale’s wizardry on any stringed instrument in his hands is accompanied by Jim’s tasteful rhythm guitar. Few musicians exhibit the instrumental mastery and artistry that Dale brings to his playing on guitar, banjo, ukulele, or tenor guitar.
Dale has performed across the U.S. and Europe . Many of the Northwest’s premier Bluegrass bands have benefited from Dale’s creative mastery of the guitar including the groups Out of the Blue, Dr. Corn’s Bluegrass Remedy, Frontline, True North, Old Growth Acoustic Quartet, and Dan Crary. Dale can be seen playing a mahogany Preston Thompson acoustic guitar built in Sisters, OR. Dale currently records with his band, Rock Ridge. Their new album, “The Flood,” has just been released in March. https://www.daleadkins.com/bio.html
At the heart of his band, Farm Strong, Jim Faddis’s soulful voice strikes a chord deep within audience members, and resonates a musical memory of long ago. For years, his bluegrass band, Prairie Flyer, fired up the Washington State bluegrass scene, a reflection of Faddis’ talent and skill in driving a very talented group. Faddis’ gift for songwriting and his songster ways shine in FarmStrong, where he leans on styles from Gillian Welch to Neil Young for inspiration, making new and old tunes, his own. https://farmstrongmusic.com/jim-faddis/
Thursday, April 27
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Trivia
Western Cider
501 N. California Street, Missoula, Montana
Trivia at Western Cider! Come alone or bring your team for five rounds of questions ranging from current events and music to team-selected categories and much more. Plus, there are weekly prizes! We start right at 7:00 pm, so make sure to arrive early to settle in, get your drinks, and prepare to strain your brain!
Thursday, April 27 & Friday, April 28 – 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday, April 29 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday, April 30 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Missoula Community Theater’s “Matilda the Musical”
MCT Center for the Performing Arts
200 N. Adams, Missoula, Montana
$30Adults / $25 Seniors/Military / $20 Children (under 12) & Students
Based on the 1988 children’s novel of the same name by Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), Matilda’s precocious nature, brilliant mind, and gift of telekinesis, help her to overcome life’s obstacles. Only her gentle schoolteacher, Miss Honey, sees Matilda for the extraordinary little girl she is. Together they design a world where kindness, love, and the beauty of childhood are celebrated.
High energy music, dance, and Roald Dahl’s magic touch humorously illuminate the darkness in humanity and create a uniquely delightful experience.
Thursday, April 27
8:00 pm – 1:00 am
The Interrupters + Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls
The Wilma
131 Higgins Avenue, Missoula, Montana
For more details, check out The MUG Events Calendar
Thursday, April 27
8:00 pm
Country Dance Lessons
Sunrise Saloon
1101 Strand Ave, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, April 27
8:00 pm – 2:00 am
Karaoke Night
American Legion Post 129
450 Railroad, Paradise, Montana
Thursday, April 27
9:00 pm
Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, April 27
9:30 pm – 1:00 am
John Dunnigan
Great Northern Bar
27 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
Friday, April 28
Friday, April 28 – Sunday, April 30
2:00 pm
MTCX Events / Montana Gravel Challenge
18450 Six Mile Road, Huson, Montana
The Montana Gravel Challenge returns again for 2023!
MTCX Events is proud to host the three-day, three-stage event, with mass starts and categories for all ages and abilities.
$175 Weekend Series Entry Fee
$25 Friday Time Trial / $75 Saturday – South Side Only / $75 Sunday – Rocky Mountain Roubaix
MGC Schedule
Thursday Packet Pick Up:
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
at MTCX HQ, 517 S. Orange Street, Missoula, MT 59802
Friday, Time Trial Schedule:
- 2:00 On-site Registration/Packet Pick Up Begins.
- 3:30 First Rider Off
- 6:30 Last Rider Off (can’t make it by 6:30?, let us know)
Saturday, Southside Road Schedule:
- 8:30 On-site Registration/Packet Pick Up, plus Coffee & Treats
- 9:30 First Wave (Elite/Open) Start
- 9:40 Second Wave (Recreation) Start
- ~3:00 Day 2 Podium
Sunday, Rocky Mountain Roubaix Schedule:
- 8:30 On-site Registration/Packet Pick Up, plus Coffee & Treats
- 9:30 First Wave (Elite/Open) Start
- 9:40 Second Wave (Recreation) Start
- ~3:00 Day 3 Podium
- ~3:15 Omnium Podium
Friday, April 28
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Five Valleys Land Trust / Dog Waste Volunteer Trail Cleanup
Water Works & Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain Road & Forest Hill Lane, Missoula, Montana
Join Five Valleys Land Trust in partnership with Working Dogs for Conservation for a trail clean-up!
From 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday, April 28th we will be stationed at both the Blue Mountain and Waterworks trailheads in Missoula, clearing trails of dog waste.
(Rescheduled from April 21st).
Come help get some of Missoula’s most popular community open spaces ready for spring.
Supplies provided.
Friday, April 28
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Billy Angel & Craig Davey
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Hwy 2 E, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Devon Heavenshire
Imagine Nation Brewing
1151 W Broadway Street, Missoula, Montana
Devon Heavenshire, the self-proclaimed queen of cottagecore, will be joined by multi-talented steel guitarist Jesse Varichak and multi-instrumentalist, teacher, jazz musician and friend Don Caverly on drums for a night of swangin’ favorites!
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Pesky Varmints
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
4175 Rattlesnake Drive, Missoula, Montana
$5 Cover for Music
Richie Reinholdt on vocals & guitar and Aaron Jennings on pedal steel guitar. This duo have a ton of talent.
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mary Place and Blue Moon
Highlander Beer
200 International Drive, Missoula, Montana
Mary Place vocal, piano and bass. Mikel Greathouse vocal and guitar. Charlie Hopkins vocal, harmonica and guitar. Roger Moquin vocal and drums.
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Luke Dowler
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
380 Wisconsin Ave, Whitefish, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Dunnigan
Grouse Mountain Lodge
2 Fairway Drive, Whitefish, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Live Music with Brent Jameson
Bias Brewing
412 S Main St, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm
Tommy Edwards Sr.
Gunsight Saloon
624 Nucleus Ave, Columbia Falls, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
After Hours Bingo Night Party
Event by Grounded After Hours
Grounded Community Bigfork
439 Grand Drive #114B, Bigfork, Montana
$1 per card per game! All Proceeds go to the Grounded Teen Center and Prizes will be awarded to the night’s winners!
All proceeds go to the Grounded Teen Center
Friday, April 28
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Eric Alan Music
Split Rock Restaurant
8270 Hwy 35, Suite 7, Bigfork, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Hardwood Heart
Dusty Star Saloon
2205 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, April 28
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Live Music with Andrew Brozek
Waters Edge Winery
2593 Hwy 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
Lookie! Lookie! Flathead Valley! We have a brand new artist in to tantalize your ear drums Friday night! Andrew Brozek plays acoustic guitar and sings an original style of folk/country and it works so well! Come and show him some love while we show you some love with our stellar service, great food, wine & hard cider!
Hat’s off to all the local musicians paving roads here in Northwestern Montana! Get in here Flathead!
Friday, April 28
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
WildWind
The KM Bar
29 3rd St E, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm
Summer Car Meet – Event by ElevatioN
1745 Airport Rd., Kalispell, Montana
Finally! Time to get out and enjoy the warmer weather!
There is a large parking lot across from Copilot Coffee to hang out in. Sometimes it is being used as overflow for sporting events for the high school. If the parking lot is full, a post update will be available in event discussion.
As always no burnouts or speeding in the parking lot, pick up your trash and watch for kids and dogs please.
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Western Montana Musicians Co-op Friday Open Mic
The Red Poppy
1 Eisenhower Street West, Ronan, Montana
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm
80’s Party and Karaoke
VFW Post 3596
201 West Lynch St, Plains, Montana
Put on your best 80s style and join us for great music and dancing!
We’ll have neon everything! Photo props and Black lights!
Free and open to all.
80’s Karaoke starts at 10:00 pm.
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Live Music with Devon Gatewood
Hungry Bear Bar and Grill
6287 MT Hwy 83, Condon, Montana
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Karaoke with Kaleidoscope Entertainment
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Rd, Lolo, Montana
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Neal Elder Music
Tin Can Bar and Draft Room
207 Main St, Stevensville, Montana
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Jeff Dunham (Still Not Canceled Tour)
UM Adams Center
32 Campus Drive, Missoula, Montana
For complete details and ticket information, check out The MUG Events Calendar page
Friday, April 28
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Josh Farmer
Cranky Sam Public House
233 W. Main St, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28 & Saturday, April 29
7:00 pm
University of Montana Rodeo
Missoula Fairgrounds
1101 South Ave W, Missoula, Montana
The University of Montana Rodeo is the ninth stop on the Big Sky Regional Circuit. There are two performances. Friday night April 28 at 7:00 pm and Saturday night April 29 at 7:00 pm. Your University of Montana Grizzly Rodeo team will be competing against nine other schools across the Big Sky region. All Big Sky Region schools will be here in Missoula competing for a qualification and chance to make it to the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming. Tickets at the gate $15 for adults, $10 for students, 7 & under are free.
Friday, April 28 & Saturday, April 29 – 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday, April 30 – 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Drinking Habits
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
526 Electric Ave, Bigfork, Montana
Tickets-General Admission- $15 Adults; $10 Senior/student; $5 Children under 12
Bigfork Community Players present “Drinking Habits” by Tom Smith, directed by John Goraski.
Accusations, mistaken identities, and romances run wild in this traditional, laugh-out-loud farce. Two nuns at the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing have been secretly making wine to keep the convent’s doors open, but Paul and Sally, reporters and former fiancees, are hot on their trail and they go undercover as a nun and priest spurring paranoia throughout the convent that spies have been sent from Rome to shut them down. Wine and secrets are inevitably spilled as everyone tries to preserve the convent and reconnect with lost loves.
Tickets available at Bigfork Drug, Pocketstone Cafe, on-line and at the door one hour prior to performance times. For more information contact Michele Shapero 406-407-5748.
Friday, April 28
7:30 pm
UM Percussion: World Rhythms Concert
University of Montana Dennison Theater
32 Campus Drive, Missoula, Montana
This special concert will feature the music of Brazil and Guinea, West Africa and will kick off with the UM Brazilian Ensemble featuring Guest Artist Francisco Marquez on vocals, guitar, Brazilian cavaquinho and percussion. The ensemble will perform several tunes in the styles of samba, samba reggae, bossa nova as well as some bateria (percussion) solos.
The music of Guinea, West Africa will be the focus of the second half featuring Manimou Camara on djembe, Nabby Camara on balafon and Oumar Keita on dunduns with the UM West African Ensemble. They will perform several instrumental and dance pieces from the Mandinke people of Guinea and will be joined on stage by the Djebe Bara Dancers and Drummers.
Don’t miss this very special performance of some of the world’s most exciting and uplifting music! Hope to see you there!
Friday, April 28
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Billy G Music
Cowboy Troy’s
2359 Hwy 93 North, Victor, Montana
Friday, April 28
Doors 7:00 pm // Music 8:00 pm
Sam Parker + Dammit Lauren + Kyle Hunter + Aaron Golay & the Original Sin
Monk’s Bar
221 Ryman St, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm
Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent St, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Copper Mountain Band
The Sunrise Saloon
1101 Strand Avenue, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Cash for Junkers
Union Club Bar & Grill
208 E Main Street, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge
Westside Lanes
1615 Wyoming Street, Missoula, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Karaoke with Cherre
Evaro Bar & Casino
17025 US Highway 93 North, Evaro, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm
Karaoke
The Rustic Hut
5415 US Hwy 93 South, Florence, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Karaoke at the Duck
The Sitting Duck
15265 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana
Friday, April 28 & Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm
Flat Black Band
Blue Moon Niteclub
6105 Hwy 2, Columbia Falls, Montana
Friday, April 28
9:30 pm – 1:30 am
Pedacter Project
Great Northern Bar
27 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
$5 at the Door
Friday, April 28
10:00 pm – 1:00 am
Colton Christensen
Games N Taps
2400 Hwy 93, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, April 28
10:00 pm – 1:00 am
Loki Karaoke
Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
101 Heritage Lane, Polson, Montana
SATURDAY, April 29
Saturday, April 29
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
51st Annual YMCA Riverbank Run
Downtown Missoula, Montana
$41 – $49 Sign-Up Fee / $15 for Ages 12 & Under
Start your race training! The 51st Annual YMCA Riverbank Run returns to its downtown roots on Saturday, April 29, and registration is now open. With four race options, there’s a race for everyone. Choose from 1 Mile, 5K, and 10K, or earn bragging rights by running all three in our signature event—the Trifecta.
Virtual race options are also available.
IN-PERSON EVENT TIMES:
10K start: 9:00 am
5K start: 10:30 am
Trifecta Mile: 11:30 am
1 Mile Fun Run: 11:45 am
The YMCA Riverbank Run is a family-friendly event that is open to all ages and abilities. Strollers and wheelchairs welcome! No pets, please.
Proceeds benefit the Missoula YMCA’s financial assistance program. This program ensures that everyone can participate in Y programs and services, regardless of ability to pay.
Saturday, April 29
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Forestry Day
Historical Museum Fort Missoula
3400 Captain Rawn Way, Missoula, Montana
$4 Suggested Donation for Adults / $3 Seniors / $2 Students / $10 Families
26th Annual Forestry Day at Historic Fort Missoula, held in the Montana Historic Equipment Area and the Garrett Grothen Memorial Arena at the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula.
The Society of American Foresters and UM Woodsmen’s Team are bringing to the Missoula Valley of Western Montana a timber sports event that you won’t want to miss! Join us to watch and celebrate the skill of those who work in the time-honored tradition of logging with the only Pro/Amateur event in the Nation!
This fun and family-oriented event draws thousands of enthusiastic onlookers and expert competitors. From the very young to the very old, there’s something for everyone!
Saturday’s event includes: Cross-cut sawing, Wood chopping, Pole climbing, Axe throwing, log rolling and Hot Saws.
Beer Garden and Food Trucks will be on site.
• Professional Logger Sport Competition
o Competitors from all over North America will be present for this one-day event!
o Come see the competitors you’ve watched on TV.
• See Restored Antique Logging Equipment Demonstrations!
• Horse-Drawn High Wheel Log hauler and antique equipment
• Live Antique Lumber Mill Demonstration
The Historical Museum’s outdoor exhibits will be opening for the season and docents will be available to help interpret the timber industry history of the region.
For more information, visit our websites at www.forestrydays.com or www.fortmissoulamuseum.org.
Call Eric Hoberg 406-830-4918 or ehoberg1@gmail.com .
Or call the Historical Museum at (406) 728-3479 or scarrpoole@missoulacounty.us.
Saturday, April 29
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Unique Insects
Ravalli County Museum
205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, Montana
Today we will learn about beautiful and beneficial insects as we paint them step by step. First the head, then the thorax, and then the abdomen. Add the legs, and you have your own unique insect! Paint it any way you choose!
All family events are at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton (406)363-3338.
Saturday, April 29
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Rebecca Kelley solo / Independent Bookstore Day
Fact & Fiction
220 N Higgins, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, April 29
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Neal Elder
Knotty Nymph
5388 Hwy 93, Conner, Montana
Saturday, April 29
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Lucas Yatch
Brigand Taphouse
125 Hannon Lane, Darby, Montana
Saturday, April 29
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Weary Travelers Music Festival
UM Campus Oval
32 Campus Dr, Missoula, Montana
The Weary Travelers Music Festival aims to celebrate Missoula’s beauty by highlighting community, opportunity, and art on the UM campus.
Hosted by UM’s Switchback Records, this Music Festival will be located on the UM Oval from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Saturday, April 29th and will feature eight college acts ranging from singer-songwriters to psychedelic rock bands. There will be food trucks, live music, local art vendors and more!
Saturday, April 29
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
MyTrueFreedom
Old Bull Brewing
16862 Beckwith St, Frenchtown, Missoula
Saturday, April 22
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Zachary Christ
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Gravy Ladles
Imagine Nation Brewing
1151 W Broadway St, Missoula, Montana
The Gravy Ladles bring a slice of Americana music with a homegrown feel! Sweet harmonies, multi-instrumentation, heartfelt originals and fun covers.
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mary Place & Blue Moon
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
4175 Rattlesnake Drive, Missoula, Montana
$5 cover for music, kids free
Blue Moon playing the blues for you at Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery. Mary Place vocal, piano and bass. Mikel Greathouse vocal and guitar. Charlie Hopkins vocal, harmonica and guitar. Andy Huppert vocal and drums.
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Britt Arnesen
FINN
100 Madison Street, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm
Cirquedelic
Cymatic Event Center
5646 W Harrier Dr, Unit B, Missoula, Montana
Adults-only (18+) evening of entertainment with drinks & hors d’oeuvres featuring local performance artists. This is a fundraiser for Zero Gravity! Tickets at: https://www.zerogravity406.org/projects-6
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Queens and Mr. G
Draught Works
915 Toole Avenue, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Musical Showcase
Waters Edge Winery Kalispell
2593 Hwy 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
Our good pal DavidCrismoreMusic is helping us host a musical showcase with MULTIPLE local entertainers!
Our Wine Slingers will keep you hydrated and our kitchen team will have you saying “yum!” when you try our delicious food! Come play with us Flathead Valley!
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Luke Dowler
Harbor Grille
7135 Hwy 93, Lakeside, Montana
For more information visit www.lukedowler.com
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Eric Alan
Grouse Mountain Lodge
2 Fairway Drive, Whitefish, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
WildWind live
Firebrand Hotel
650 E. 3rd Street, Whitefish, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Dunnigan
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
1380 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mike Russ
Montana Bonfire
15300 Hwy 35, Woods Bay, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm
Neal Lewing
The Shoe, Lakeview Dining & Spirits
820 Shoreline Drive, Polson, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:00 pm
Rhett from Radio Ranch
Gunsight Saloon
624 Nucleus Ave, Columbia Falls, Montana
Saturday, April 29
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tommy Edwards Sr. Band
Dusty Star Saloon
2205 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell, Montana
Saturday, April 29
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Western Montana Musicians Cooperative Saturday Community Jam
The Red Poppy
1 Eisenhower Street West, Ronan, Montana
Free / Donations gratefully accepted and appreciated
Saturday, April 29
7:30 pm – 9:15 pm
80’s Skate
Glacier Ice Rink
1101 South Ave W, Missoula, Montana
This skating session runs from 7:30 to 9:15 pm and features our disco lighting and hits from the 80s. Admission/skate rental is $10, and costumes are encouraged.
Plus, we’ll have a sneak peek of the Missoula Figure Skating Club’s Showcase on Ice: 80s, with a performance by some of their featured skaters!
Register in advance through our website or simply show up the night of the skate!
Saturday, April 29
Doors 7:30 pm // Show 8:00 pm
Comedian Matt Braunger
Westside Theater
1200 Shakespeare Street, Missoula, Montana
VIP* Advanced: $30 (VIP Day-of-Sale: $35)
GA Advanced: $25 (GA Day-of-Sale: $30)
18+ or accompanied by an adult
Saturday, April 29
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Casey McClain Comedy
Missoula VFW Post 209
245 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana
$20 Advance Tickets (+ applicable fees)
Casey McClain delights audiences with his quick wit, fresh jokes, and all too real tales of fatherhood. He’s coming through Missoula for one night only with guaranteed laughs and good times!
Saturday, April 29
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Karaoke Night
A Bar Montana
11032 Hwy 83, Bigfork, Montana
Saturday, April 29
8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Dueling Pianos with The Duelin’ Missoulians (Dr. Doug, Josh Farmer and Kyle Curtis)
Stave & Hoop
223 N Higgins – Alley Entrance, Missoula, Montana
Bring your friends, secure a table early, and order up your song requests as you enjoy the festive atmosphere. Dr. Doug specializes in the classics, while Kyle and Josh bring young energy and new takes on every genre! Dueling Pianos is consistently a raucous, loud, and fun evening!
NO COVER. 21+
Saturday, April 29
8:30 pm
Hardwood Heart
Barber Shop Beer Parlor
109 Arlee St N, Hot Springs, Montana
Saturday, April 29
Doors 8:00 pm // Show 9:00 pm
Damnthebadluck + Sarah Frazier + Night Witch
Monk’s Bar
221 Ryman St, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, April 29
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Blue Collar Band
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Rd, Lolo, Montana
Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Solid Sound Karaoke
Westside Lanes
1615 Wyoming St, Missoula, Montana
Sign up to sing your favorite songs from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday night with Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes in Missoula.
Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm
Jackson Holte and the Highway Patrol
Union Club Bar & Grill
208 E Main St, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Karaoke Night
The Sitting Duck
15265 Montana Highway 35, Bigfork, Montana
Karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake!
Come sing your heart out on our upgraded sound system hosted by KJ Steven Raymond!
Kitchen serves food until 8:00 pm, come early to grab a bite and a drink.
Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Zootown Karaoke Saturday Nights
KT’s Hayloft Saloon
11885 US Highway 93 S, Lolo, Montana
Saturday, April 29
9:00 pm
Terrapin Flyer (Grateful Dead tribute)
Great Northern Bar
27 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
Terrapin Flyer formed in the early 2000’s and has since become a fixture of the national music scene, playing regularly at venues around the country and appearing at music festivals. The band has a dedicated following among fans of the Grateful Dead and other jam bands, and is known for their covers of classic Dead songs. Over the years, Terrapin Flyer has performed with many notable musicians, including Melvin Seals from the Jerry Garcia Band, Vince Welnick, Tom Constanten from the Grateful Dead and many other Dead-related musicians. Terrapin Flyer‘s music has been described as an extension of the Grateful Dead’s improvisational, genre-blurring style. Overall, Terrapin Flyer is a talented and highly regarded band that has made a significant impact on the national music scene. Terrapin Flyer‘s shows are always lively and dynamic, and their music is guaranteed to get audiences dancing and singing along. If you’re a fan of live Grateful Dead music, Terrapin Flyer is definitely a band worth checking out.
Saturday, April 29
9:30 pm
Cahoots
Sunrise Saloon
1101 Strand Ave, Missoula, Montana
SUNDAY, April 30
Sunday, April 30
11:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sunday Funday Board Games
Cranky Sam Public House
235 W Main St, Missoula, Montana
FREE
Relax on Sunday Funday at Cranky Sam Public House! Every Sunday earn you and your gamer friends a buy-one-get-one-free flight of Cranky Sam beer just for bringing in a game to play at the pub! It doesn’t matter if it’s Cribbage or Cataan, Dominoes or Dungeons n Dragons, we love to see the gamers using our nice big tables! So, shake off the hangover, grab some food, sip a bevvy, and bring some friends to enjoy your Sunday with us game nerds!
Sunday, April 30
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sold Out – Taste of Bigfork
Downtown Bigfork, Montana
Walk from venue to venue in downtown Bigfork for this fun and filling benefit for community organizations. At 5:00 after you’re full and happy, the world’s greatest raffle will take place at the Garden Bar. Many great items are donated by Bigfork Area merchants for you to win.
Tickets for the Taste of Bigfork are $50 per person and available for sale April 1 at Electric Avenue Gifts and the Bigfork Area Chamber office.
Event sponsorships are available now by visiting https://business.bigfork.org/…/taste-of-bigfork-2023-555
Call 406-837-5888 for more information or visit www.bigfork.org
Sunday, April 30
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Duo Turgeon / Classic Piano Duet
UM Recital Hall
32 Campus Drive, Missoula, Montana
$17.50Adults / $7.50 Students / UM Students Free with Griz Card
“The husband-and-wife team of Duo Turgeon play with hypnotic intensity” —American Record Guide
“Duo Turgeon are on the path of the greats, included among four or five world class piano duos” —La Scena Musicale
Born in Montreal and Toronto respectively, Canadian pianists Anne Louise-Turgeon and Edward Turgeon have been playing together since 1988, and performing professionally since 1996. Critically acclaimed as one of the top piano duos of our time, the Turgeons have given hundreds of performances, including a European debut at the Concertgebouw of Amsterdam, and a New York debut at Weill Recital Hall.
Join us in welcoming Duo Turgeon to the UM School of Music as part of the Celebrate Piano Series! Experience the magic of live music, making memories with the people who matter most.
Sunday, April 30
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sunday Pinball Tournament
OddPitch Brewing
1200 W Kent, Suite #103, Missoula, Montana
Open to every and comfortable for all skill types! New player? The community is incredibly welcoming and always happy to help new players learn and advance.
Prizes for Top 3 players each week!
For the advanced players interested in how they compare to other players around the World; these are the only IFPA (International Flipper Pinball Association) ranked tournaments currently in the state of Montana.
Sunday, April 30
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tom Susanj
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana
FREE SHOW
Tom Susanj’s music brings a heartfelt nostalgia for songs from simpler times. From popular hits of the 50’s, 60s and 70’s, to Country favorites & “ Americana”, Tom Susanj is “Easy on the ears, and fun for the feet!”
Sunday, April 30
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
OPEN MIC with Colton C
Bias Brewing
412 S Main St, Kalispell, Montana
Open Mic from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm every Sunday in Bias Brewing’s new location!
Sign up in person, or text Colton C. at 406-407-0732 for a 10-15 minute time slot. Microphones thoroughly sanitized between performers. A public nylon string guitar is here if you don’t have an instrument. Performers 21 and older get a free pint!
Sunday, April 30
5:00 pm
Christy & Ben Pickett
Smelter City Brewing
101 Main St, Anaconda, Montana
Sunday, April 30
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Ben Larson and the Grown_Ass_Men
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana
Sunday, April 30
Doors 7:00 pm // Show 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Bummer + Disease + Rank and Vile + The Follies
The ZACC
216 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana
For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Sunday, April 23
8:00 pm – Midnight
Dead Sky with Transcendental Express
Top Hat
134 W. Front Street, Missoula, Montana
Check out The MUG Events Calendar for full details
Sunday, April 30
8:30 pm
Sunday Funday Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf
Sunrise Saloon and Casino
1101 Strand Avenue, Missoula, Montana
Sunday Funday at the Sunrise Saloon and Casino! Karaoke on Missoula’s largest stage and dancing on the huge dance floor! The party starts at 8:30 pm! Bring your friends, wrap up the weekend right!
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.
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