Weekend PICKS: Thursday, January 25th thru Sunday, January 28th
We’re wrapping up January already? The full “Wolf Moon” appears Thursday night to guide us through one of our several shoulder seasons, aka “Slushuary”. 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? All of the of the area resorts are 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 links for all the Western Montana ski resorts, plus area XC grooming conditions, 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.
There are more than 80 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.
“Maybe the wolf is in love with the moon, and each month it cries for a love it will never touch.”
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, January 25
Tom Catmull at Kettlehouse Tap Room
Kettlehouse Tap House Bonner 605 Cold Smoke Avenue, BonnerTom Catmull at Kettlehouse Tap Room in Bonner Thursday from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Imagine Ireland at Imagine Nation Brewing Company
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaImagine Ireland music at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
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
TNR / Thursday Night HIKE Missoula – Barmeyer Trail
Barmeyer Trailhead Pattee Canyon Road, 46°49'46.3"N 113°58'45.6"W, MissoulaMeet up with the TNR group at 6:00 pm at the Barmeyer Trailhead off Pattee Canyon Road in Missoula for this week's Thursday Night Hike
Women’s Division Pinball Tournament at OddPitch
OddPitch Brewing 1200 W Kent, Suite #103, MissoulaWomen's Division Pinball Tournament at OddPitch in Missoula Thursday at 6:00 pm
Jordan Smith at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaJordan Smith plays guitar on the murphy stage at Missoula's Draught Works 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday
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
Kyle Hunter at The Gunsight Saloon
Gunsight Saloon 624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia FallsKyle Hunter makes his debut appearance at The Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday
2000s Trivia at Monk’s
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, Missoula2000s Trivia at Monk's in Missoula Thursday at 7:00 pm
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
Turtle Mountain at The Buffalo Saloon and Casino
Buffalo Saloon and Casino 5 Swan Way, BigforkTurtle Mountain at The Buffalo Saloon and Casino in Bigfork Thursday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke at VFW Plains Post 3596
Plains VFW Post 3596 201 West Lynch Street, PlainsKaraoke every other Thursday from 7:00 pm til 2:00 am at Plains VFW Post 3596
WCC Changemaker Speaker Series: Mountaineer Peter Hillary / 70 Years of Everest at Wachholz College Center
Wachholz College Center at FVCC 795 Grandview Drive, KalispellHistory and adventure come to life as legendary mountaineer Peter Hillary speaks on 70 Years of Everest at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell at 7:30 pm Thursday, January 25
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Country Dance Lessons at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaGet in the swing of things with free Country Dance Lessons every Thursday at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula beginning at 8:00 pm
Karaoke Thursday Nights at Kegler’s Pub in Ravalli Fun Center
Ravalli Fun Center 300 Skeels Avenue, HamiltonKeglers Pub & Casino presents Karaoke Thursday Nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton - come sing your heart out!
Karaoke Thursdays at Missoula Eagles Lodge
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaKaraoke at the Missoula Eagles Lodge 8:00 pm to Midnight every Thursday night - come sing your heart out!
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
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, January 26
Justin Harris at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Company
Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. 206 Mineral Avenue, LibbyJustin Harris serenades you solo starting 5:00 pm Friday at Cabinet Mountain Brewing Company in Libby
Billy Angel & Craig Davey live at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellLive music 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday with Angel & Davey at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
Jerry Fletcher at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Ten Spoon Winery & Vineyard 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaJerry Fletcher at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery in Missoula Friday at 6:00 pm
January Full Wolf Moon Ski with The Queens & Mr. G String Band at Lolo Pass Visitor Center
Lolo Pass Visitor Center 44000 US Hwy 12, LoloMissoula pop cover trio The Queens & Mr. G String Band plays live from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Lolo Pass Visitor Center for the Full Wolf Moon Ski on Friday, January 26
Andrea Harsell at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaAndrea Harsell live from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday at Missoula's Imagine Nation Brewing
John Dunnigan at Grouse Mountain Lodge
Grouse Mountain Lodge 2 Fairway Drive, WhitefishJohn Dunnigan entertains inside Logan's Bar & Grill at Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday evenings
Kenny James Miller Band at The Gunsight Saloon
Gunsight Saloon 624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia FallsWarm up Friday night when the Kenny James Miller Band heats up the Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls with rockin' blues from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Hannah King in The Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake 1380 Wisconsin Avenue, WhitefishHannah King makes your Friday delightful when she plays from 6:00 pm to 9:00 in The Boat Club at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Andrew Sweeney live at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellAndrew Sweeney live at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell Friday from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Mike Murray Duo at The KM Bar
The KM Bar 29 3rd Street East, KalispellThe Mike Murray Duo plays live on stage 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Friday at The KM Bar in Kalispell
Kelley Sinclair w/ Benny Weag at Andy’s Crafthouse
Andy's Crafthouse 8030 MT Hwy 35, BigforkKelly Sinclair live with Benny Weag at Andy's Crafthouse in Bigfork 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday, January 26
Deron Wade at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaDeron Wade at Cranky Sam Public House in Missoula Friday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
WMMC Friday Open Mic at The Red Poppy
Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower Street West, RonanFriday Night Open Mic with Western Montana Musicians Cooperative from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at The Red Poppy in Ronan
Backcountry Film Festival at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes back the Backcountry Film Festival at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:00 pm Friday, January 26
Texas Tom at the Silver Coin
Silver Coin Bar & Casino 109 W Main St, HamiltonTexas Tom at the Silver Coin in Hamilton Friday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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
Biggest Rave in U.S. History at American Legion Post 27
American Legion Hellgate Post 27 825 Ronan Street, MissoulaBiggest Rave in U.S. History at American Legion Post 27 in Missoula Friday at 7:30 pm
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
RaeLynn at Wachholz College Center
Wachholz College Center at FVCC 795 Grandview Drive, KalispellTwo-time ACM "New Female Vocalist" nominee RaeLynn plays live at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell at 7:30 pm Friday, January 26
Colton Vance at Cowboy Troy’s
Cowboy Troy's 2359 US Hwy 93, VictorColton Vance at Cowboy Troy's in Victor 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
Zootown Music at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceZootown Music rocks the Carpet Bar stage Friday 8:00 pm at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Hwy 93 Band at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonThe Hyw 93 Band returns to the Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson playing live Friday from 9:00 pm til Midnight
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
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Nite Club
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsDance the night away starting at 9:30 pm Friday & Saturday with live country & rock classics by Whiskey Rose at the Blue Moon Nite Club in Columbia Falls
The Groove Riders at The Great Northern
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishThe Groove Riders at The Great Northern in Whitefish Friday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Moneypenny at The Top Hat
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaGroove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome Moneypenny for a FREE live concert performance at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula on Friday, January 26
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
SATURDAY, January 27
Harry Potter and His Magical Orchestra Journey at Missoula Public Library
Missoula Public Library 455 East Main Street, MissoulaHarry Potter and His Magical Orchestra Journey at Missoula Public Library 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
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Sundog North at Philipsburg Brewing
The Vault / Philipsburg Brewing Company 106 Brewery Road, PhilipsburgIt'll be a Sundog North Saturday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Philipsburg Brewing - pop on in after your day at Disco!
Margaritaville at Bitter Root Brewing
Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus Street, HamiltonMargaritaville at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton Saturday beginning at 11:30 am with music from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Joe Procita at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellJoe Procita at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
James Lanman at Highlander Beer
Highlander Beer 200 International Drive, MissoulaJames Lanman at Highlander Beer in Missoula Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Teton Gravity Research – “Legend Has It” Ski-Snowboard Film at Philipsburg Theatre
Philipsburg Theater 140 S. Sansome Street, PhilipsburgTeton Gravity Research - "Legend Has It" Ski-Snowboard Film at Philipsburg Theatre Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Britt Arnesen at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaBritt Arnesen fills in from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday 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
Billy Billie at The Gunsight Saloon
Gunsight Saloon 624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia FallsBilly Billie plays their stripped down sound and electrified twist on folk music 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at The Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls
Tommy Edwards at the Bigfork VFW
Bigfork VFW Post 4042 8098 MT Hwy 35, BigforkTommy Edwards at the Bigfork VFW Saturday from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Jason Mahoney at Cell Block Tavern
Cell Block Tavern 818 Main St, Deer LodgeJason Mahoney at Cell Block Tavern in Deer Lodge Saturday at 6:30 pm
WMMC Saturday Community Jam at The Red Poppy
Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower Street West, RonanEvery Saturday is Jam Night from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm with the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative at The Red Poppy in Ronan
Caught in a Jam! at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaIt's time to spontaneously get the band together again with Caught in a Jam! at 7:00 pm Saturday, January 27 at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Downtown Missoula
Ten Minutes Late at the Buffalo Saloon and Casino
Buffalo Saloon and Casino 5 Swan Way, BigforkTen Minutes Late at the Buffalo Saloon and Casino in Bigfork Saturday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Nashville 406 at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloNashville 406 live at The Jack Saloon up Lolo's Graves Greek Road from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday
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
Band & Dance Night with The Northern Lights at Hamilton Eagles Lodge #1693
Hamilton Eagles 125 N 2nd Street, HamiltonGet your dancin' boots on for The Northern Lights band playing from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at the Hamilton Eagles Lodge
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Way Down North at Vaqueros
Vaqueros 535 Nucleus Ave, Columbia FallsWay Down North at Vaqueros in Columbia Falls Saturday at 8:00 pm
Cow Shit Kate & Round ’em Up Rudy at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceCow Shit Kate brings her vintage cowgirl show with Round 'em Up Rudy to the Carpet Bar stage at 8:00 pm Saturday at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Karaoke Saturday Night at A Bar, Montana
A Bar 11032 MT State Highway 83, BigforkBring your Karaoke A-game Saturday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm at A-Bar, Montana in Bigfork
Dueling Pianos with Josh Farmer & Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaDueling Pianos with Josh Farmer & Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop in Missoula Saturday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Solid Sound Karaoke at Westside Lanes
Westside Lanes & Fun Center 1615 Wyoming, MissoulaSing your heart out at Solid Sound Karaoke 9:00 pm to 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes in Missoula
Zootown Karaoke Saturday Nights at KT’s Hayloft
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloKT's Hayloft Saloon in Lolo is the place to be for Zootown Karaoke starting at 9:00 pm Saturday nights
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Nite Club
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsDance the night away starting at 9:30 pm Friday & Saturday with live country & rock classics by Whiskey Rose at the Blue Moon Nite Club in Columbia Falls
SUNDAY, January 28
Winter Market Ronan
Boys & Girls Club - Ronan 62579 US Hwy 93, RonanWinter Market Ronan, 12:00 pm Noon to 3:00 pm each Sunday through January at the Boys & Girls Club Gymnasium in Ronan, Montana
Cribbage Tournament at Cranky Sam
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaCribbage Tournament at Cranky Sam in Missoula the last Sunday of every month from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
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
Travis Yost at Smelter City Brewing
Smelter City Brewing 101 Main Street, AnacondaTravis Yost at Smelter City Brewing in Anaconda Sunday at 4:00 pm
Irish Music Jam at KettleHouse Bonner Tap House
Kettlehouse Tap House Bonner 605 Cold Smoke Avenue, BonnerIrish Music Jam at KettleHouse Tap House in Bonner the last Sunday each month from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Montana Songwriter Bruce Carlson with Ron Meissner & Britt Arnesen at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaThe Bruce Carlson Band with Ron Meissner & Britt Arnesen live on the murphy stage at Missoula's Draught Works 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday
Open Mic Sunday Night hosted by Colton C at Bias Brewing
Bias Brewing 412 Main Street, KalispellOpen Mic hosted by Colton C at Bias Brewing in Kalispell from starting at 5:00 pm every Sunday
Dram Tuff Trivia Sundays at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaDram Tuff Trivia hosted by Paul & Stu is going down at 6:00 pm Sunday at Dram Shop Central in Midtown Missoula
MCT’s performance of RENT at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts 200 N. Adams, MissoulaTake in MCT's production of the prize-winning Broadway show RENT at the Missoula Center for the Performing Arts with performances from January 19th thru January 28th
Very Funny Weekly – Sunday Open Mic Comedy at Ole Beck VFW
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaVery Funny Weekly = Missoula's weekly Sunday Comedy Open Mic hosted by Jordan Demander at 8:00 pm at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Sunday Night Karaoke w/ DJ Nite Wolf at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaClose out your weekend like the star you are on the main stage at The Sunrise Saloon with Sunday Night Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf starting at 9:00 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!