Weekend PICKS: Thursday, January 2nd thru Sunday, January 5th
Tami Hubbard
Posted On January 2, 2025
It’s the first weekend of 2025, and we’re coming strong out of the gate! The MUG has compiled the most comprehensive list of events in Missoula and around Western Montana, all right here for you be the first with your early January Weekend PICKS!
Seems like we just got that last big weekend out of the way – but it happens to be First Friday, and Downtown Missoula will be a must-do with all sorts of art exhibits and appetizers waiting for you – Hamilton, too. For that matter, there’s live & local music all over to get you out of the house – or to catch on the way home.
ALL the local ski resorts are open, with fresh snow the past several days – it’s prime! All are grooming and adding open lifts. Lolo Pass Visitors Center and Chief Joseph are fluffy and groomed, and several areas in the Flathead have excellent trails ready for XC skiing. MTB Missoula has just added new winter grooming at Marshall Mountain Park fat bikes, courtesy of Fat Bike Missoula – cool development! Pull up and bookmark The MUG’s Western Montana Snow Conditions – all in one place to make your plans.
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 & enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages – they need your business! Try a new seasonal local brew! Support our local artists and vendors at the area seasonal markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor hike. Get out for some prime early season skiing. 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.
“You are an aperture through which the universe is looking at and exploring itself.”
– Alan W. Watts
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 2
Thursday Trivia Night at Conflux Taphouse
Conflux Taphouse 200 E. Main Street, MissoulaArrive early for Trivia Thursday starting at 6:00 pm at Conflux Taphouse in Downtown Missoula
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 Night 21 Questions 21 Weeks at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, AnacondaTrivia Night - 21 Questions 21 Weeks at The Revolver in Anaconda Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Neal Elder at Bitter Root Brewing
Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus Street, HamiltonSinger/songwriter Neal Elder stops in to open the New Year from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, January 2 at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
Holiday Lights Skates at Glacier Ice Rink
Glacier Ice Rink 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaHoliday Lights Skates at Glacier Ice Rink in Missoula Monday through Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
TNR – Thursday Night Hike at Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain Parking Lot & Trailhead Blue Mountain Road & Forest Hill Lane, MissoulaMeet up with TNR at 6:00 pm for this week's Thursday Night Hike at the main Blue Mountain Trailhead parking lot in 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
OddPitch Cribbage Tournament
OddPitch Brewing 1200 W Kent, Suite #103, MissoulaOddPitch Cribbage Tournament Thursday in Missoula from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday Trivia Night at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellIf wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell
Vinyl Night at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaGroove out to old-school Rock, Soul, Funk and more spun by Ear Candy Music on Vinyl Night at Missoula's Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on the 1st Thursday each month
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
Country Dance Night Thursdays at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceCountry Dance Night every Thursday with free lessons at 7:00 pm and DJ & Dancing at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Trivia & Karaoke Thursday at Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32
Fraternal Order of the Eagles #32 2420 South Avenue West, MissoulaThursday night is a doubleheader of fun with Trivia at 7:30 pm and Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32
FRIDAY, January 3
First Friday in Downtown Hamilton
Downtown Hamilton, Montana 217 West Main Street, HamiltonHamilton's Downtown Association hosts First Friday each month from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with businesses open late, art galleries showcasing exhibits, live music, food and beverages.
First Friday at Montana Antique Mall
Montana Antique Mall 331 W Railroad St, MissoulaFirst Friday at Montana Antique Mall in Missoula from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Live Music by Lindzy Neilson at Philipsburg Brewing Company
Philipsburg Brewing Co 101 W. Broadway Street, PhilipsburgLive Music by Lindzy Neilson at Philipsburg Brewing Company Saturday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
First Friday “Local Birds, Last Call” Exhibit at Dana Gallery
Dana Gallery 246 N Higgins Ave, MissoulaCheck out artist Matt O'Connor's "Night Owls of Charlie B's" as part of his new 30-piece exhibit titled "Local Birds: Last Call" 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm First Friday at Dana Gallery in Downtown Missoula
Russell Perri at Ten Spoon Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaRussell Perri at Ten Spoon Winery in Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Dan Henry Music at Ranch Bar
Ranch Bar 13177 MT Hwy 1 West, AnacondaDan Henry Music at Ranch Bar in Anaconda Friday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Canta Brasil at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaCanta Brasil brings the warmth of South American music to Missoula's Imagine Nation Brewing on a snowy First Friday evening 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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
First Friday Party with Ben Larson & The Grown Ass Men at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaGet your weekend started right when Ben Larson & The Grown Ass Men play at 7:30 pm First Friday at Cranky Sam Public House in Downtown Missoula on January 3
Vittima with Places Called Home & ESP at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaIt's a triple bill of rock & roll First Friday starting 7:30 pm at The ZACC in Downtown Missoula with Vittima, Places Called Home, and ESP
Country Friday Night at The Thomas Meagher Bar
The Thomas Meagher Bar 130 W. Pine Street, MissoulaBring your boots for line dancin' on Country Friday Night 9:00 pm 'til Midnight at The Thomas Meagher Bar in Downtown Missoula
Whiskey Rose welcome to 2025 at the Blue Moon
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsWhiskey Rose welcome to 2025 at the Blue Moon in Columbia Falls Friday from 9:00 pm to Midnight
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
Karaoke Friday Night at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaFriday Night is Karaoke Night hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am, up at the Evaro Bar & Casino
The Bat Cave – Gothic New Wave at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaShake off the cobwebs with Gothic New Wave at The Bat Cave with Spirit Hotel and Devo cover band The Whip-It's at 9:00 pm First Friday, January 3 at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula
Neal Elder Music at Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaNeal Elder Music makes his debut on the main stage of Missoula's Sunrise Saloon Friday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Loki Karaoke Fridays at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge 101 Heritage Lane, PolsonSign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
SATURDAY, January 4
Missoula Valley Winter Market at Southgate Mall
Southgate Mall 2901 Brooks Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Valley Winter Market happens from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Saturday from November 16 through December 28, and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm January 4 through April 12 inside Southgate Mall near the Scheels entrance
Live Music with Christy Pickett at Smelter City Brewing
Smelter City Brewing 101 Main Street, AnacondaSinger songwriter Christy Pickett visits from Butte to Smelter City Brewing to play live country and folk at 5:00 pm Saturday, January 4
Justin Harris and The Pocket Aces at Sacred Waters Brewing
Sacred Waters Brewing 3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, KalispellPlay your best Saturday night hand with Justin Harris & The Pocket Aces playing live 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell
John Floridis at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaSpend some quality time with John Floridis performing live on the murphy stage at Missoula's Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday, January 4
Jimmy Smith at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaJimmy Smith rolls in to rock Imagine Nation Brewing 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday
The Northern Lights Band at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloGet 2025 off to a good start with The Northern Lights Band playing live 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
Masquerade Ball at 2nd Chance Saloon
2nd Chance Saloon 125 Main St SW, RonanDress up and have some fun at 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan for Masquerade Ball Saturday from 7:00 pm to 1:00 am
The Rustic Hut presents: Ceres, American Philosophy & Deathcare Industries
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceThe Rustic Hut in Florence presents: Ceres, American Philosophy & Deathcare Industries Saturday at 8:00 pm
Ethereal Productions presents Neicy’s 23 at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaDress in red to help celebrate Neicy's 23rd birthday at 9:00 pm Saturday, January 4 at Monk's Bar in Downtown Missoula
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes
Westside Lanes & Fun Center 1615 Wyoming, MissoulaSolid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula's Westside Lanes 9:00 pm til closing time
Zootown Karaoke at KT’s Hayloft Saloon
KT's Hayloft Saloon 11885 US Highway 93 S, LoloIt'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
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, January 5
Missoula Wedding Fair at the Hilton Garden Inn
Missoula Hilton Garden Inn 5720 N. Reserve Street, MissoulaMake some important plans and decisions at the Missoula Wedding Fair at the Hilton Garden Inn Sunday, January 5 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
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
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 5:00 pm to 8:00 the first Sunday each month
Dram Tuff Trivia Sunday Nights at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaJoin hosts Paul and Stu for Dram Tuff Trivia at 6:00 pm each Sunday at Missoula's Dram Shop Central
Draught Works Winter Jazz Series
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaUnwind and enjoy the soulful sounds of jazz in Draught Works' cozy taproom every Sunday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm this winter during the Winter Sunday Night Jazz Series
Karaoke Sunday Night at Meagher Bar
The Thomas Meagher Bar 130 W. Pine Street, MissoulaJoin your friends for Sunday Night Karaoke from 9:00 pm to Midnight each week at the Thomas Meagher Bar in Downtown Missoula
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to holidays and 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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