Weekend PICKS: Thursday, August 14th thru Sunday, August 17th
Where do we even start? As it turns out, you’re in the right place. We have all the best in outdoor events, festivals, music every which way, and everything to see & do all over Missoula and Western Montana this August summer Thursday thru Sunday. It’s all here with The MUG’s Weekend PICKS!
It’s time to float! Take advantage of UM’s FREE UDash River Shuttle Service to get to the Clark Fork River Access points in Missoula at Sha-Ron and Milltown through August.
Downtown ToNight featuring the Missoula Makers Collective Market, food trucks and live music at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday Nights thru August (live music starts at 5:30 pm). Tonight’s featured live music is Red Light Challenge.
Missoula Art Museum’s Celebration of the Summer Teen Art Project culminating with the unveiling of a stunning 14′ x 10′ public mural honoring the state’s ecosystem heroes – bison, beavers, and prairie dogs at Missoula Art Park 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Thursday.
Join Garden City Harvest for the 2025 Farm Party with unforgettable summer evening of farm-fresh flavor, local music by Mudslide Charley and the Joan Zen Band, and community joy—all at the height of the harvest season at 5:30 pm Thursday at PEAS Farm in Missoula.
Singer-songwriter Zach Aaron blends timeless authenticity with a rugged edge 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton.
Join the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation and wildlife artist James Corwin at Corwin Galleries in Hamilton for a special evening from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Thursday, celebrating Montana’s newest license plate.
Scrapetown, the latest bluegrass group assembled by brothers John and Billy Parker, performs live at Missoula’s Longstaff House at 7:00 pm Thursday.
Fetch a beverage, settle in, and test your canine knowledge at Dog Days of Summer Trivia Night 8:00 pm Thursday at the Union Club in Downtown Missoula.
Bring your instrument, request a tune, and Jazz Jam with the S&H Elephant Gerald house band, The JIVE from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula.
Daisy Chain Fest 2025 will be held on Friday and Saturday around Downtown Missoula at Zootown Arts Community Center, plus Ole Beck VFW Post 209, The American Legion, and a block party on 4th Street at The Hip Strip.
20 Grand and Roots Uprising share a double bill at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday.
The Mighty Travis Yost returns to serenade you before beholding the magnificent sunset from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday at Missoula’s Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery.
Catch Nick Spear performing live 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Friday, August 15 at the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls.
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night Trunk Show Production at MCT brings cheeky comedy to MCT’s Missoula stage with performances at 7:00 pm Friday and Saturday.
Songwriters in the Round returns with Band of Drifters at 7:00 pm to 10:00 on Friday night before the Philipsburg Concert & Auction at Winninghoff Park.
The Whitefish Summer Concert Series delivers The Music of Motown – a Tribute Concert at Whitefish Theatre Co. at 8:00 pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Not spooky, but kinda fun and kooky with your favorite flying mammals – drive up for Bat Night at Lolo Pass Visitor Center Friday from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
The summer farmers’ market season is in full swing, including Orchard Homes in Missoula, Anaconda, Columbia Falls and Ronan on Thursday, Polson and Saint Ignatius on Friday, and all the ones in Downtown Missoula, Hamilton, Kalispell, Stevensville, Arlee, and Hot Springs on Saturday morning. On Sunday, there are farmers markets in Seeley Lake, Columbia Falls and Ronan to check out.
The MUG’s Western Montana Summer Farmers Markets guide is ready to help – save the link and get around to all of ’em over the remaining weeks of the season.
Channel your inner Scots-person at the 16th Annual Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday and 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton.
As a bonus, the Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins will be performing together at the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm Saturday; and at 11:00 am Sunday.
Bring your furry family friends (and kids, too) to the 20th Annual Missoula Pet Fest at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday.
The 15th Annual Philipsburg Summer Concert and Charity Auction returns 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday at Winninghoff Park Amphitheatre.
The 2nd Annual Bubblegum x Daisy Chain Fest Block Party & Street Market at Flippers Casino & Tavern on Missoula’s Hip Strip is happening 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 with live bands from Noon til 4:00 pm.
The metal gods will be smiling upon Missoula this weekend as 96.3 The Blaze presents Totfest 2025 – The Pacific Northwest’s Premier Heavy Metal & Tater Tot Festival at Missoula’s Dark Horse Bar and Sunrise Saloon starting at 1:00 pm Saturday.
The annual Great Bear Festival community fundraiser will be in the O’Shaugnessy Outdoor Amphitheater at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday with live music by the Mike Murray Duo at 6:00 pm.
Hot Lolo Nights – Classic Cars Show & Shine Gathering will heat it up at Lolo Hot Springs Resort 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday.
Enjoy Mudslide Charley on Philipsburg Brewing’s outdoor stage at The Springs 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday.
Missoula’s Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery provides the perfect setting before the sunset to enjoy The Queens & Mr. G with their all-strings covers of classic pop songs from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday.
Midland are bringing cowboy country to Scout + Gather in Columbia Falls 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday with Mackenzie Carpenter and Archertown.
Missoula’s Draught Works Brewery hosts live music with Tom Susanj at 7:00 pm Saturday.
Billy Strings stops in Missoula in Dahlberg Arena as part of his 2025 Summer Tour at Adams Event Center on the UM Campus at 7:30 pm Saturday.
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces will be rockin’ the ‘billy at Kelly’s Casino in Bigfork 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday.
Is it just us, or does it seem like there’s a lot of metal in the water this weekend? Loin Hammer – “Before the Beginning” Album Release Party with Anoxic goes down at the Kalispell VFW Post 2252 from 10:00 pm to closing time Saturday.
For those whose nerves need soothing, the Missoula Symphony has their annual free concert highlighting “From Vienna to The Beatles” (which is also a fundraiser for the Missoula Food Bank & Community Center, downtown in Caras Park 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday.
We have around 90 live music events listed for the weekend – take your pick! It’s the peak of summer patio season now. You can’t go wrong with seeking out all the excellent rooftop bars and outdoor patios to soak in this fantastic summer Montana weather.
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of summer 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 markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor hike – all the trails are waiting. Conditions are perfect just about everywhere for mountain biking. Summer fishing and floating is at its peak. 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 and holidays. 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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– Ray Davies
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THURSDAY, August 14
Events for August 14, 2025
The Farmers Market at Libby
The Farmers Market at Libby Lofts Mineral Avenue & East Lincoln Boulevard, LibbyThe Farmers Market at Libby is every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Asa Wood School in Libby
Ronan Farmers Market
Ronan Visitors Center 155-199 US Hwy 93, RonanThe Ronan Farmers Market is every Thursday, May 15 through October 16, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center.
Anaconda Community Market in Downtown Anaconda
Anaconda Community Market 100 Main Street, AnacondaThe Anaconda Community Market connects the community of Anaconda to fresh food, local makers, and artisans every Thursday 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm from June 26 thru September 4 in Downtown Anaconda
Orchard Homes Farmers Market
Orchard Homes Country Life Club 2537 S. 3rd Street West, MissoulaOrchard Homes Farmers Market 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays from June 19 thru September 11, 2025 at Orchard Homes Country Life Club in Missoula
Summer Teen Art Project Celebration at Missoula Art Park / Missoula Art Museum
Missoula Art Museum's Celebration of the Summer Teen Art Project culminating with the unveiling of a stunning 14' x 10' public mural honoring the state’s ecosystem heroes - bison, beavers, and prairie dogs at Missoula Art Park 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Thursday, August 14
Columbia Falls Community Market
Columbia Falls Community Market 165 Veteran Drive, Columbia FallsThe Columbia Falls Community Market happens every Thursday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, May 15 thru September 25 with local food producers, artists, creative artists, live music, food trucks and more
Cars & Cones Weekly Cruise-In at Kalispell Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen Kalispell 19 E Idaho St, KalispellCheck out the Cars & Cones Weekly Cruise-In 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm summertime Thursdays thru August at Kalispell Dairy Queen
Downtown ToNight at Caras Park
Caras Park, Missoula MT 123 Carousel Dr, MissoulaDowntown ToNight returns to Caras Park in Downtown Missoula with expanded hours 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday Nights June thru August (live music starts at 5:30 pm) - featured live music August 14 is Red Light Challenge
Garden City Harvest Farm Party at PEAS Farm
Join Garden City Harvest for the 2025 Farm Party with unforgettable summer evening of farm-fresh flavor, local music by Mudslide Charley and the Joan Zen Band, and community joy—all at the height of the harvest season at 5:30 pm Thursday, August 14 at PEAS Farm in Missoula
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
Zach Aaron at Bitter Root Brewing
Singer-songwriter Zach Aaron blends timeless authenticity with a rugged edge 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, August 14 at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula – Rattlesnake Steep Curry & Fenceline
Meet up at 6:00 pm Thursday with TNR for this week's Thursday Night MTB Ride at Missoula's Rattlesnake Canyon on the Steep Curry and Fenceline trails
Bingo Night at Kalispell Eagles FOE 234
Kalispell Eagles 234 37 1st Street West, KalispellBingo Night at Kalispell Eagles FOE 234 Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Way Down North at the Gunsight Saloon
Way Down North performs live at 6:30 pm Thursday at the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
Book Event with Claire Jia and Willa Zhang at Fact & Fiction
Attend a Reading & Signing with "Wanting" author Clair Jia in conversation with writer Willa Zhang at Fact & Fiction in Downtown Missoula 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Thursday, August 14
SBFC Montana License Plate Debut – Gallery Reception at Corwin Galleries
Join the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation and wildlife artist James Corwin at Corwin Galleries in Hamilton for a special evening from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Thursday, celebrating Montana’s newest license plate
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 Night Trivia at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaThursday Night Trivia at Western Cider in Missoula from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Open Mic Night at A Sip of Montana
A Sip of Montana – Woods Bay Tap House, Bar & Casino 14509 MT Hwy 35, BigforkThursday is Open Mic Night at A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, hosted by Steven Raymond starting at 7:00 pm
Thursday Bingo at The Rhino
The Rhino 158 Ryman St, MissoulaThursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Bingo at 7:00 pm
Scrapetown Bluegrass Band at Longstaff House
Scrapetown, the latest bluegrass group assembled by brothers John and Billy Parker, performs live at Missoula's Longstaff House at 7:00 pm Thursday, August 14
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
Dog Days of Summer Trivia at Union Club
Fetch a beverage, settle in, and test your canine knowledge at Dog Days of Summer Trivia Night 8:00 pm Thursday, August 14 at the Union Club in Downtown Missoula
All Shook Up at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkAll Shook Up at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Thursdays from 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm
Live Jazz Jam – Speakeasy Sessions at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaSign up by 7:45 pm to sit in and perform with Elephant Gerald's Jazz Jam from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Thursday at Stave & Hoop in Downtown Missoula
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at the Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaThirsty Thursday Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf from 8:00 pm til closing time at Missoula’s Dark Horse Bar
FRIDAY, August 15
Events for August 15, 2025
Polson Farmers Market Cooperative
Downtown Polson (in front of Cove Deli) 11 3rd Avenue West, PolsonStop by the Polson Farmers Market Co-op in front of the Cove Deli in Downtown Polson, open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fridays from May 2 thru October 10
Daisy Chain Fest at The ZACC (+ VFW Post 209, American Legion and The Hip Strip)
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaDaisy Chain Fest 2025 will be held on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 around Downtown Missoula at Zootown Arts Community Center, plus Ole Beck VFW Post 209, The American Legion, and a block party on 4th Street at The Hip Strip
Troy Farmers Market at Troy Museum & Visitors Center
Troy Museum & Visitors Center 729 E. Missoula Avenue, TroyBuy fresh, buy local at the Troy Farmers Market at the Troy Museum & Visitors Center 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm Fridays in May thru September
20 Grand and Roots Uprising at Northern Lights Saloon
20 Grand and Roots Uprising share a double bill at the Northern Lights Saloon in Polebridge 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, August 15
Mission Falls Market in Saint Ignatius
Good Old Days Park Pavilion 32670 US-93, Saint IgnatiusThe Mission Falls Market is at the Good Old Days Park Pavilion just off Hwy 93 in Saint Ignatius, and is open from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm Fridays from May 16 thru September 26
Plains Friday Farmers Market
Fred Young Park in Plains Montana 200 W. Railroad Avenue, PlainsThe Plains Friday Farmers Market happens 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm weekly Fridays from June 6 thru October 10 at Fred Young Park in Plains, Montana
JST US at Philipsburg Brewing Company
JST US gets together with the crowd in Philipsburg to play live on the outdoor stage at The Springs / Philipsburg Brewing 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, August 15
The Mighty Travis at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
The Mighty Travis Yost returns to serenade you before beholding the magnificent sunset from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday at Missoula's Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Summer Squares – Square Dancing at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaSummer Squares - Summer Square Dancing with Lake Missoula Old Time at Western Cider in Missoula 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Fridays (June 13, July 25, and August 15)
Nick Spear at the Gunsight Saloon
Catch Nick Spear performing live 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Friday, August 15 at the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
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
Live Music with Andrew Brozek at Andy’s Crafthouse
Live Music with Andrew Brozek at Andy's Crafthouse in Bigfork Friday at 7:00 pm
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at MCT
Missoula Children’s Theater 200 N. Adams Street, MissoulaShakespeare's Twelfth Night Trunk Show Production at MCT in Missoula, Montana with performances at 7:00 pm Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16, 2025
The Benevolents live at Cranky Sam’s Public House
The Benevolents live at Cranky Sam Public House in Missoula Friday at 7:00 pm
Songwriters in the Round with Band of Drifters at Winninghoff Park in Philipsburg
Songwriters in the Round returns with Band of Drifters at 7:00 pm to 10:00 on Friday night before the Philipsburg Concert & Auction at Winninghoff Park
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
Karaoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
westFest Presents: Ignite by Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulawestFest Presents: Ignite by Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater in Missoula Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday at 2:00 pm
Whitefish Summer Concert Series: The Music of Motown – a Tribute Concert
Whitefish Theatre Co. 1 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Whitefish Summer Concert Series delivers The Music of Motown - a Tribute Concert at Whitefish Theatre Co. at 8:00 pm Friday, August 15; Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17
Daughter of the Dusk film premiere at Suite Two
Daughter of the Dusk' film premiere at Suite Two in Missoula Friday at 8:00 pm
Bat Night at Lolo Pass Visitor Center
Lolo Pass Visitor Center 44000 US Hwy 12, LoloBat Night at Lolo Pass Visitor Center Friday from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Missoula Outdoor Cinema – Ratatouille at Franklin Elementary School
Franklin School 1910 S. 11th Street W., MissoulaMissoula Outdoor Cinema 2025 at Dusk on Friday nights August - October, locations vary (check the schedule) Week 1 is August 15 – Ratatouille at Franklin School (1910 S 11th St W.) at 9:00 pm
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
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, August 16
Events for August 16, 2025
Missoula Farmers’ Market
XXXXs on Higgins 531 N. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe original Missoula Farmers' Market for over 50 years at BN Plaza at the XXXX’s at the end of Higgins in Downtown Missoula on Saturdays May 3 thru October 25 (8:00 am to 12:30 pm) and Tuesdays June 3 thru September 30 (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm)
Clark Fork River Market
Riverside Parking Lot (original market location) 225 Pattee Street, MissoulaThe Clark Fork River Market in the Riverside Parking Lot EAST of Caras Park / Bear Tracks Bridge in Downtown Missoula, open 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays from May 3 thru September 27; and 9:00 am to 1:00 pm October 4 thru October 25
Hamilton Farmers Market Cooperative
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonThe Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op runs 9:00 am to 12:30 pm each Saturday from May 3 thru October 25 in Downtown Hamilton
Kalispell Farmers Market at Flathead Valley Community College
Flathead Valley Community College 777 Grandview Drive, KalispellVisit the Kalispell Farmers Market at Flathead Valley Community College every Saturday from May 3 through October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Higgins Lot Alternative Market
Higgins Lot Downtown Missoula 420 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaHiggins Lot Alternative Market happens every Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Missoula from May 3 thru October 4
Missoula People’s Market
Missoula People's Market East Pine Street & North Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe Missoula People’s Market featuring local art & handcrafted goods – open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays from May 3 thru September 27 at the corner of Pine & Higgins in Downtown Missoula, Montana
Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market
Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market 301 Main Street, StevensvilleThe Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market runs 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturdays on Stevi’s Main Street from May 3 thru October 4
Long Acre Market in Arlee
Long Acre Market 92141 Arlee Commercial Frontage Road, ArleeIn Arlee, the new Long Acre Market happens Saturdays from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, from May 10 thru August 30 at 92141 Arlee Commercial Frontage Road behind Shiny Suds Car Wash
16th Annual Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at Daly Mansion
The Daly Mansion 251 Eastside Hwy, HamiltonChannel your inner Scots-person at the 16th Annual Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday, August 16 and 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday, August 17 at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton
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
Hot Springs MT Farmers Market at Hot Springs Town Park
Hot Springs Town Park 117 Spring Street South, Hot SpringsHot Springs MT Farmers Market at Hot Springs Town Park from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays May 17 thru September 27
20th Annual Missoula Pet Fest at Caras Park
Bring your furry family friends (and kids, too) to the 20th Annual Missoula Pet Fest at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, August 16
Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins at Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at Daly Mansion
The Daly Mansion 251 Eastside Hwy, HamiltonThe Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins will be performing together at the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 and 11:00 am Sunday, August 17
15th Annual Philipsburg Summer Concert and Charity Auction
15th Annual Philipsburg Summer Concert and Charity Auction 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 at Winninghoff Park Amphitheatre
2nd Annual Bubblegum x Daisy Chain Fest Block Party & Street Market at Flippers on The Hip Strip
2nd Annual Bubblegum x Daisy Chain Fest Block Party & Street Market at Flippers Casino & Tavern on Missoula's Hip Strip 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 with live bands from Noon til 4:00 pm
Daisy Chain Fest at The ZACC (+ VFW Post 209, American Legion and The Hip Strip)
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaDaisy Chain Fest 2025 will be held on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 around Downtown Missoula at Zootown Arts Community Center, plus Ole Beck VFW Post 209, The American Legion, and a block party on 4th Street at The Hip Strip
Totfest 2025 at Dark Horse Bar
96.3 The Blaze presents Totfest 2025 - The Pacific Northwest's Premier Heavy Metal & Tater Tot Festival at Missoula's Dark Horse Bar and Sunrise Saloon starting at 1:00 pm Saturday, August 16
westFest Presents: Ignite by Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulawestFest Presents: Ignite by Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater in Missoula Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday at 2:00 pm
Great Bear Festival in the O’Shaughnessy Outdoor Amphitheater at Wachholz College Center
The annual Great Bear Festival community fundraiser will be in the O'Shaugnessy Outdoor Amphitheater at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, August 16 with live music by the Mike Murray Duo at 6:00 pm
The JIVE at The Olde Dairy / The Trough
The JIVE gets old-school jazzy at The Olde Dairy /The Trough on Missoula's west side 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm Saturday
Hot Lolo Nights Classic Cars Show and Shine Gathering at Lolo Hot Springs Resort
Hot Lolo Nights - Classic Cars Show & Shine Gathering at Lolo Hot Springs Resort 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday, August 16
Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins at Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at Daly Mansion
The Daly Mansion 251 Eastside Hwy, HamiltonThe Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins will be performing together at the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 and 11:00 am Sunday, August 17
Mudslide Charley at Philipsburg Brewing / The Springs
Enjoy Mudslide Charley on Philipsburg Brewing's outdoor stage at The Springs 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, August 16
The Queens & Mr G String Band at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Missoula's Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery provides the perfect setting before the sunset to enjoy The Queens & Mr. G with their all-strings covers of classic pop songs from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday
Outriders Present Midland with Mackenzie Carpenter and Archertown at Scout + Gather
Midland are bringing cowboy country to Scout + Gather in Columbia Falls 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday, August 16 with Mackenzie Carpenter and Archertown
Radio Ranch at the Gunsight Saloon
Radio Ranch plays live Saturday night 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
Live music with Tom Susanj at Draught Works Brewery
Live music with Tom Susanj at Draught Works Brewery in Missoula Saturday at 7:00 pm
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at MCT
Missoula Children’s Theater 200 N. Adams Street, MissoulaShakespeare's Twelfth Night Trunk Show Production at MCT in Missoula, Montana with performances at 7:00 pm Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16, 2025
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
Neal Elder at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloHave a good time Saturday night with Neal Elder live on stage at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
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 7:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork
Billy Strings at Dahlberg Arena in the Adams Event Center
Billy Strings stops in Missoula in Dahlberg Arena as part of his 2025 Summer Tour at Adams Event Center on the UM Campus at 7:30 pm Saturday, August 16
Whitefish Summer Concert Series: The Music of Motown – a Tribute Concert
Whitefish Theatre Co. 1 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Whitefish Summer Concert Series delivers The Music of Motown - a Tribute Concert at Whitefish Theatre Co. at 8:00 pm Friday, August 15; Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17
Moneypenny – Smooth Blues at Rustic Hut
Moneypenny - Smooth Blues at Rustic Hut in Florence Saturday at 8:00 pm
Dueling Pianos at Stave & Hoop
The battle begins at 8:00 pm - Dueling Pianos at Stave & Hoop in Missoula
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at Kelly’s Casino
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces will be rockin' the billy at Kelly's Casino in Bigfork 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday, August 16
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
Loin Hammer – Before the Beginning Album Release Party with Anoxic at Kalispell VFW Post 2252
Loin Hammer - Before the Beginning Album Release Party with Anoxic at Kalispell VFW Post 2252 from 10:00 pm to closing time Saturday, August 16
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, August 17
Events for August 17, 2025
Seeley Lake Sunday Market
Seeley Lake Community Foundation 3150 Hwy 83 North, Seeley LakeMake a Sunday morning visit to the Seeley Lake Montana Sunday Market at the Seeley Lake Community Foundation open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Memorial Day Weekend thru Labor Day weekend in 2025
16th Annual Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at Daly Mansion
The Daly Mansion 251 Eastside Hwy, HamiltonChannel your inner Scots-person at the 16th Annual Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday, August 16 and 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday, August 17 at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton
Badrock Farmers Market in Columbia Falls
Badrock Farmers Market 320 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia FallsVisit Badrock Farmers Market in Columbia Falls every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, June 1 thru October 12 to stock up on locally harvested and handcrafted goods
Say ‘Adios’ to Summer Market at Ninepipes Lodge
Say 'Adios' to Summer Market at Ninepipes Lodge in Charlo Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins at Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at Daly Mansion
The Daly Mansion 251 Eastside Hwy, HamiltonThe Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins will be performing together at the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering at the Daly Mansion in Hamilton at 11:00 am and 5:00 pm Saturday, August 16 and 11:00 am Sunday, August 17
Ronan’s Market on Main
Main Street Ronan Main Street, RonanRonan's new Market on Main 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sundays thru October 26 at 325 Main Street
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
All Shook Up at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Avenue, BigforkAll Shook Up at Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Thursdays from 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm
Missoula Symphony in Caras Park “From Vienna to the Beatles”
For those whose nerves need soothing, the Missoula Symphony has their annual free concert highlighting "From Vienna to The Beatles" (which is also a fundraiser for the Missoula Food Bank & Community Center, downtown in Caras Park 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday.
Dram Tuff Bingo at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaDram Tuff Bingo hosted by Paul and Stu at 6:00 pm each Sunday thru summer at Dram Shop Central in Missoula
Summer Sunday Jazz Series at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, Missoula +1 moreUnwind with live jazz 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm every Sunday night with 2025 Summer Jazz Series at Missoula's Draught Works
The Bad Larrys at the Gunsight Saloon
The Bad Larrys promise nothing less than a good time when they'll be live on stage 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Sunday night at the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
Very Funny Weekly Comedy Open Mic at VFW Post 209
Bone Dry Comedy hosts Very Funny Weekly Comedy Open Mic every Sunday at 8:00 pm at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Downtown Missoula
Whitefish Summer Concert Series: The Music of Motown – a Tribute Concert
Whitefish Theatre Co. 1 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Whitefish Summer Concert Series delivers The Music of Motown - a Tribute Concert at Whitefish Theatre Co. at 8:00 pm Friday, August 15; Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17
Sunday Funday Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaSunday Funday Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf from 8:00 pm til Midnight at Missoula's Sunrise Saloon
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