Weekend PICKS: Thursday, February 1st thru Sunday, February 4th
Tami Hubbard
Posted On February 1, 2024
Well, well, well – Hello February! As much as we like this t-shirt & flip-flops weather, we need more winter! Patience, it’ll happen. Probably. 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!
Skiing? Most of the of the area resorts are fully open, lifts are spinning, and it’s go-time! With our winter season in full swing, The MUG has added a new Snow Conditions page. We have real-time live snow report links for all the Western Montana ski resorts, plus area XC grooming conditions, avalanche forecasts, and even links for fat bike trails – and MDT road reports! Check it out here, and bookmark it on your browser. Keep your tips up, try the red beers, and tip your lifties. We’re here to help.
With the turn of the month, that means First Friday will have most places in Downtown Missoula (and Hamilton & elsewhere) with open doors, free bevvies and pu-puu’s, and all kinds of cool new art to ogle.
Friday also just so happens to be Groundhog Day – we believe that anything worth doing is worth overdoing – so put your good groove on repeat and enjoy all the opportunities.
There are more than 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 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 winter markets. Take the family for a brisk winter hike. Go exploring on the fat 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 extreme winter weather. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
“This is one time where television really fails to capture the true excitement of a large squirrel predicting the weather.”
– Bill Murray’s character Phil in Groundhog Day
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, February 1
5th Annual Beer Pour, Chili Feed & Raffle Fundraiser for SilverLining Foundation Montana
Red's Bar 217 Ryman Street, MissoulaCome on down to Red's Bar in Downtown Missoula for the 5th Annual Beer Pour, Chili Feed & Fundraiser Raffle for the SilverLining Foundation 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, February 1
Thursday Night Bingo at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonThursday Night Bingo at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Aran Buzzas at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaAran Buzzas at Draught Works in Missoula Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
TNR – Thursday Night Hike Missoula: Mount Sentinel / Hidden Treasure Loop
Gas Line Trailhead 600 Pattee Canyon Road, MissoulaMeet up with TNR at the Gas Line Trailhead off Pattee Canyon Road at 6:00 pm Thursday for a lollipop-shaped Thursday Night Hike on Mount Sentinel's Hidden Treasure Loop
21 Questions Trivia Thursdays at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, Anaconda +1 more21 Questions Trivia at The Revolver in Anaconda every Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Live Music with Dan Dubuque in the Red Room
Red Room Lounge 147 Central Ave, WhitefishDan Dubuque fills the Red Room Lounge at Bistro 48 in Whitefish with his insane talent from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday
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
Deathcare Industries + Night Witch + Donkey Island at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaDeathcare Industries + Night Witch + Donkey Island at the ZACC in Missoula Thursday at 7:30 pm
Karaoke Thursday at Plains American Legion Post 129
American Legion Post 129 450 Railroad Avenue, ParadiseKaraoke every other Thursday from 8:00 pm til 2:00 am at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Open Mic Comedy at The Union Club
Union Club Bar & Grill 208 E. Main Street, MissoulaMissoula's Homegrown Standup Comedy / Open Mic at 9:00 pm Thursday at The Union Club in Downtown Missoula
John Dunnigan at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishIf it's Thursday night in Whitefish, you'll find John Dunnigan live onstage 9:30 pm to 1:00 am at the Great Northern Bar & Grill
Friday, February 2
Eric Alan at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area 13990 Blacktail Road, LakesideEric Alan and his keyboard at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area in Lakeside Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
First Friday at Bernice’s Bakery
Bernice's Bakery 190 S. 3rd St. W., MissoulaRace to the Sky Iditarod at Bernice's Bakery First Friday in Missoula beginning at 5:00 pm
ARTS Missoula First Friday Pop-Up Art Gallery at The Wren: Kaisha Gherhardt
The Wren Hotel 201 E. Main Street, MissoulaARTS Missoula features artist Kaisha Gherhardt for the First Friday Pop-Up Gallery at The Wren from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on February 2
First Friday with Love Zoelle & Adorn to Rise at Paws Up People & Culture Center
Paws Up People and Culture Center 601 3rd Street West, MissoulaStop in First Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Paws Up People & Culture Center in Missoula to meet jewelry artists Love Zoelle and Adorn to Rise
Max Laporte and Eddie Roy at Firefly – A Craft Dispensary
Firefly - A Craft Dispensary 314 North 1st St West, MissoulaFirst Friday live music with Max Laporte and Eddie Roy at Firefly - A Craft Dispensary in Missoula from 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm
Larry Hirshberg at Spruce Street Studios
Spruce Street Studios 500 E. Spruce Street, Ste A, MissoulaLarry Hirshberg at Spruce Street Studios in Missoula Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Pesky Varmints at the Vault
Philipsburg Brewing Co 101 W. Broadway Street, PhilipsburgThe Pesky Varmints at the Philipsburg Brewing Vault in Philipsburg Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Brian Christianson “Modern Wilderness” Photography Gallery Exhibit Opening at The Artists’ Shop
Artists Shop 127 N. Higgins, MissoulaBrian Christianson presents the opening of his "Modern Wilderness" photography exhibit opening 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm First Friday, February 2 at The Artists' Shop in Downtown Missoula
First Friday – The International Cup Exhibit Opening at The Clay Studio of Missoula
The Clay Studio of Missoula 1106 Hawthorne Street, MissoulaA new exhibit at The Clay Studio of Missoula, "International Cup 2024" opens on First Friday, February 2 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Billy G at the Knotty Nymph
Knotty Nymph Restaurant & Bar 5388 US Hwy 93, ConnerBilly G promises to be good all night Friday at the Knotty Nymph in Conner
Torrents First Friday with Tim Wheeler & Mickey Haldi
Confluence Center 119 West Main Street, MissoulaTorrents First Friday at the Confluence Center in Downtown Missoula will feature new exhibit openings by artists Tim Wheeler and Mickey Haldi, and music by Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm February 2
Kenny James Miller Band at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellThe Kenny James Miller Band gets your Friday going from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Champagne Sunday with the Uninvited Gentlemen at Lutzenhiser Jewelry
Lutzenhiser Jewelry 118 Main Street, StevensvilleChampagne Sunday with the Uninvited Gentlemen at Lutzenhiser Jewelry in Stevensville for First Friday at 6:00 pm
Andrea Harsell at Highlander Beer
Highlander Beer 200 International Drive, MissoulaAndrea Harsell at Highlander Beer in Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Lucas Yatch at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaLucas Yatch at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery in Missoula Friday at 6:00 pm
John Dunnigan at The Firebrand
The Firebrand Hotel & Restaurant 650 E. 3rd Street, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan live from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday at The Firebrand Hotel in Whitefish
First Friday Party with Kyle Curtis & The Promised Lands at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaFirst Friday Party from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Cranky Sam Public House in Downtown Missoula on February 2nd with new art by muralist Tanya Lee and live funky tunes by Kyle Curtis & The Promised Lands from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Night Blooming Jasmine at The Old Post
The Old Post Pub 103 W. Spruce Street, MissoulaNight Blooming Jasmine plays jazz 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm First Friday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula
Justin Harris at The Durham Kitchen & Cocktails
The Durham - Kitchen and Cocktails 49494 US Hwy 93, PolsonJustin Harris will be bustin' out some new tunes for your evening entertainment 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
105th Forester’s Ball with Mark Duboise and Crossroads
Schreiber Gymnasium - University of Montana 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaJoin the annual tradition at the 105th Forester's Ball fundraising party with live music by Mark Duboise and Crossroads at Schreiber Gym on the UM Campus in Missoula at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 2 and Sunday, February 3
Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaRock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch with weekend performances from February 2 thru February 10 at Missoula's Westside Theater
Icarus with Pay No Mind & Western States at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaIcarus with Pay No Mind & Western States at the ZACC in Missoula Friday beginning at 8:00 pm
Jaden Decker at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceJaden Decker returns to the Carpet Bar stage at The Rustic Hut in Florence for a Friday night show at 8:00 pm on February 2
Steve Treviño: The Good Life Tour with Shilo Harris at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes comedian Steve Treviño for a live performance on The Good Life Tour with Shilo Harris at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm on Friday, February 2
WildWind at Mavericks Road House Casino
Mavericks Road House Casino 7254 US Hwy 93, LakesideWildWind live at 8:00 pm Friday at Mavericks Road House & Casino in Lakeside
Goochslam, Billywhips & Senterline at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaGoochslam, Billywhips & Senterline at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 for First Friday in Missoula beginning at 8:00 pm
Caution You Might Be Falling In Love at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaCaution You Might Be Falling In Love at Monk's Bar in Missoula Friday at 9:00 pm
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
Muddy Creek at the Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaMuddy Creek at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula Friday & Saturday from 9:00 pm to closing time
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
The Timber Rattlers at The Top Hat
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaGroove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome The Timber Rattlers for a FREE live concert performance at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:15 pm on Friday, February 2
SATURDAY, February 3
Missoula Valley Winter Market at Southgate Mall (Scheels Entrance)
Southgate Mall 2901 Brooks Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Valley Winter Market happens from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Saturday from November 11 through December 30, and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm January 6 through April 13 inside Southgate Mall near the Scheels entrance
It’s a Small World at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonIt's a Small World at Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton Saturday from 10:00 am to Noon
Orchard Homes Winter Market
Orchard Homes Country Life Club 2537 S. 3rd Street West, MissoulaOrchard Homes' Winter Markets happen weekly on Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Orchard Homes Country Life Club in Missoula
First Reads w/ Montana Repertory Theatre at Missoula Public Library
Missoula Public Library 455 East Main Street, MissoulaTheatre lovers will enjoy the First Reads staged reading performance series with the Montana Repertory Theatre from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Saturdays at the Missoula Public Library
Frosty the Brewfest 2024 in Downtown Kalispell
Valley Bank Downtown Kalispell 41 3rd St W, Kalispell, MT 59901, KalispellHistoric Downtown Kalispell's 5th annual Frosty The Brewfest is happening Saturday, February 3 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
One Last Open Skate at The Furnace with Hellgate Roller Derby
The Furnace 500 E. Spruce Street, Unit B, MissoulaJoin the Hellgate Roller Derby, and Hellgate Hellions Junior Roller Derby for one last Open Skate at their old location, The Furnace in Missoula, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday, February 3
Max & Dave Live at Sacred Waters Brewing Co.
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellMax & Dave will be live on stage 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
WASSAIL at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 N. California Street, MissoulaWASSAIL at Western Cider in Missoula Saturday at 6:00 pm
Mary Place & Blue Moon at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaMary Place & Blue Moon play on the murphy stage from 6:00 pm to 8:00 to make your Saturday a smooth one at Missoula's Draught Works
John Dunnigan in the Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Avenue, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan plays live Saturdays 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in The Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Randy Marshall at Dusty Star Saloon
Dusty Star Saloon 2205 US Hwy 93 South, KalispellRandy Marshall entertains live from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at the Dusty Star Saloon in Kalispell
Live Blues by Mark Hundley at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellMark Hundley premieres at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell with an evening of blues Saturday 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Music Showcase at White Raven Winery & Vineyard featuring Justin Harris, Christiane, and JJ Kind
White Raven Winery & Vineyard 7457 US Hwy 2 East, Columbia FallsGet on over to White Raven Winery & Vineyard in Columbia Falls for a great Music Showcase featuring Montana artists Justin Harris, Christiane Hinterman and JJ Kind starting 6:30 pm Saturday, February 3
Western Union Swing Band at Hamilton Eagles Lodge #1693
Hamilton Eagles 125 N 2nd Street, HamiltonWear your best dancin' shoes when the Western Union Swing Band plays 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at the Hamilton Eagles Lodge
The Infamous Stringdusters with Cris Jacobs at The Wilma
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes The Infamous Stringdusters for a live performance with Cris Jacobs at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula on Saturday, February 3
Karaoke Night at Lolo Hot Springs
Lolo Hot Springs Resort 38500 US Hwy 12, LoloKaraoke Night at Lolo Hot Springs Saturday from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
105th Forester’s Ball with Mark Duboise and Crossroads
Schreiber Gymnasium - University of Montana 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaJoin the annual tradition at the 105th Forester's Ball fundraising party with live music by Mark Duboise and Crossroads at Schreiber Gym on the UM Campus in Missoula at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 2 and Sunday, February 3
Billy G at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceBilly G returns for a Saturday night of country boot scootin' good times starting 8:00 pm at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Andrew Sweeney at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonCatch Andrew Sweeney live from 9:00 pm to Midnight Saturday at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson
Muddy Creek at the Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaMuddy Creek at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula Friday & Saturday from 9:00 pm to closing time
SUNDAY, February 4
Missoula Winter BrewFest at Caras Park
Caras Park, Missoula MT 123 Carousel Dr, MissoulaMissoula Downtown Association presents the annual Winter BrewFest at Caras Park from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula; music by DJ TRX
Fat Bike Ride at Twin Creeks with MTB Missoula
Twin Creeks Road 46.919140, -113.719264, Hwy 200 / Missoula CountyJoin MTB Missoula for a fun Fat Bike Ride on the groomed trails at Twin Creeks off Hwy 200 east of Missoula at 12 Noon on Sunday, February 4
Fat Bike Party Ride with MTB Missoula at Twin Creeks
Twin Creeks Road 46.919140, -113.719264, Hwy 200 / Missoula CountyJoin the Fat Bike Party Ride at Noon Sunday with MTB Missoula at Twin Creeks, east of Missoula off Hwy 200
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
String Orchestra of the Rockies: Beethoven’s “Grosse Fuge” at UM School of Music Recital Hall
University of Montana School of Music Recital Hall 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaExperience musical masterpieces by Beethoven and Mozart with the String Orchestra of the Rockies at 4:00 pm Sunday, February 4 at the UM School of Music Recital Hall
Russ Nasset at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaEnjoy a Sunday session with Russ Nasset from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the murphy stage at Missoula's Draught Works
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
Irish Music at Wildwood Brewing
WildWood Brewing 4018 Hwy 93 N, StevensvilleIrish Music at Wildwood Brewing in Stevensville from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday
Andrew Sweeney at Sacred Waters Brewing Company
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellAndrew Sweeney plays live 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Sunday at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Swing Dance with The Starlighters Swing Band ft. jazz vocalist Edie Smith at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaSunday night, 7:00 pm Swing Dance w/ live music from The Starlighters Swing Band featuring Jazz Vocalist Edie Smith at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula
Junior, The Spills, & Dylan Running Crane at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaJunior, The Spills, and Dylan Running Crane rock at 9:00 pm Sunday at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Missoula
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!
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