Weekend PICKS: Thursday, July 28th thru Sunday, July 31st
Tami Hubbard
Posted On July 28, 2022
The last weekend of July is here! 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.
We’re counting over 80 music shows of one kind or another in the area. We’ve got options!
Big summer festivals are happening, including the Daly Days in Hamilton, the Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival, Philipsburg Flint Creek Valley Days, and Rockin’ the Glacier Music Festival & Car Show up in Coram.
Farmers markets season is in full swing in Western Montana. You’ll find ’em here, and for a complete list of nearly three dozen in the area, check out our comprehensive Western Montana Farmers Markets story on The MUG.
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. 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. Support our local farmers and crafts people. Go float! 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 you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!
“Deep summer is when laziness finds respectability.” – Sam Keen
THURSDAY, July 28
Thursday, July 28 – Sunday, July 31
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Free UDASH Clark Fork River Shuttle Bus Service
UMT / UDASH Shuttle Boarding Stop at Outdoor Program Building
32 Campus Drive, Missoula, Montana
UDASH RIVER SHUTTLES ARE BACK WITH EXPANDED SERVICE!
River tuber shuttles are free and open to the public.
Shuttle Dates/Times: Shuttles run Thursday-Sunday 12:00 Noon – 6:00 pm through Sunday, August 28th (the Sunday before fall semester starts). Shuttles depart on the hour, each hour starting at noon with last departure at 6:00 pm. On Saturdays and Sundays we now offer 1/2 hourly service 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
Shuttle pick up and drop off locations:
Passengers board on Campus Drive near the Outdoor Program.
The shuttle stops at Sha-Ron in East Missoula.
The bus also serves Milltown State Park, by request, until 5:00 pm.
See the River Shuttle map.
Thursday, July 28
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Ronan Farmers Market
Ronan Visitors Center
155-199 US Hwy 93, Ronan, Montana
The Ronan Farmers Market is every Thursday, May 19th, 2022 through October 13th 2022, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center. Come support your local producers, bakers & craft makers!
Thursday, July 28
4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Orchard Homes Farmers Market
Orchard Homes Country Life Club
2537 S. 3rd Street West, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Alberton’s Community Farmers Market
Alberton Senior Citizens Center
701 Railroad Avenue, Alberton, Montana
Location: Community Center Parking lot beside Senior Citizen’s Center, Railroad Avenue, Alberton
Fee: Vendor space is FREE, no registration required
Market Details: Weekly vendors include (but are not limited to):
Vegetable starts, Bedding plants, Flowers, Fresh local produce, Jewelry, Blankets, Raw Local Honey, Fresh Eggs, Junk Art. Gift boxes, Aprons, Hand Wovens, Live Music each week!
Non-profit organizations are welcome to serve a meal as a fundraiser.
Thursday, July 28
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Columbia Falls Community Market
The Barn (behind O’Briens Liquor & Wine)
830 1st Avenue W, Columbia Falls, Montana
Featured Musical Artist: Pink Cadillac
Columbia Falls Community Market…It’s the locals’ market!
Columbia Falls Community Market offers friends, families, neighbors and visitors the chance to more conveniently live a farm-to-table lifestyle while enjoying each other’s company, live music, fresh food, desserts, artisan gifts and locally-brewed beer.
The weekly event is Thursdays through the summer from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm, from May 19 thru September 29, 2022. Check our website and Facebook page for specific local artists playing each week.
Our space provides ample parking for vendors and attendees, a safely-enclosed but open-air selling space, a central music stage and dance floor, food court, excellent curb appeal and plenty of visibility.
We have space for 60 vendor booths, and we’d be honored to have you join us.
Thursday, July 28
5:00 pm
Britt Arnesen
KettleHouse Brewing Co.
605 Cold Smoke Ave, Bonner, Montana
Thursday, July 28
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Rippy Dippy & the Hidden Hippies
Old Bull Brewing
16862 Beckwith Street, Frenchtown, Montana
Thursday, July 28
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Downtown Tonight
Caras Park
123 Carousel Dr, Missoula, Montana
July 28: Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts
Live music, food trucks, Caras Park. That’s right, Downtown Tonight has returned to the heart of Missoula. Local food trucks will be on hand to serve up the delicious food that you crave all winter long. Its time to gather and reconnect in the Heart of Missoula, at Caras Park!
Thursday, July 28 – Sunday, July 31
Flint Creek Valley Days
Philipsburg, MT Chamber of Commerce
Philipsburg, Montana
Sign ups for the event will be at The White Front between 10:00 am and 11:00 am.
Meet at 6:00 pm at the Silver Park parking lot to shuttle to Sha-Ron, and float with the TNR crew back to Silver Park.
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula
Clark Fork River Float
Missoula, Montana
With temperatures pushing 100 we’re going to change it up this week and float the Clark Fork River from Sha-Ron to Silver Park (Clark Fork river map PDF). We’ll have a couple of rafts that you are welcome to jump on, or bring your own preferred floating device. Meet at the Silver Park (Ogren Park) river access site to setup the shuttle to Sha-Ron.
Jeremy will be at Silver Park with his raft. Feel free to shoot him a text to coordinate plans or just to let him know you plan to be there. Jeremy’s cell number is 518-598-8291.
Have a cool one!
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sara Jean Kelley
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
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!
1st place team: $30 gift card
2nd place team: $20 gift card
3rd place team: $10 gift card
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tom Catmull
Bitter Root Brewing
101 Marcus Street, Hamilton, Montana
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
John Floridis
Highlander Beer
200 International Drive, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Captain Wilson Conspiracy (with the presence of the Actual Wilson)
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
4175 Rattlesnake Drive, Missoula, Montana
Keaton Wilson, one of the original Conspirators, will be in town to appear with the band at Ten Spoon Winery and Events Center in Missoula on Thursday, July 28 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This group plays original jazz compositions (you can listen on Spotify). Keaton Wilson is a fine pianist and composer, moved away some years back but is back for a visit and we’ll conspire once again. The Captain Wilson Conspiracy has been a long time favorite among jazz fans in Missoula.
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jamie Wyman Duo
Craggy Range
10 Central Avenue, Whitefish, Montana
Thursday, July 28
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Dan Dubuque
Northern Lights Saloon
255 Polebridge Loop, Polebridge, Montana
Thursday, July 28
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Josh Farmer
Cranky Sam Public House
233 W Main Street, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Kelly Diane
The KM Bar
29 3rd St E, Kalispell, Montana
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Kevin Van Dort
Harbor Grille Lakeside
7135 HWY 93, Lakeside, Montana
For more info visit www.reverbnation.com/kevinvandort
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
JD & Chuck
The Shoe – Lakeview Dining & Spirits
820 Shoreline Drive, Polson, Montana
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm
Jazz-Esque
The Old Post
103 W Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm – 9:00 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, July 28
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Smarty Pants Trivia
Waters Edge Winery
2593 Highway 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
Smarty Pants Trivia is running every Thursday in 2022 – The Flathead Valley’s newest and most fun Trivia night! Amazing categories that cater to ALL INTERESTS & skill levels! Win prizes & bragging rights plus enjoy the best global wines made in-house and stellar food that will fuel your brain! Grab some friends, come up with a great team name and see if you can with the title of SMARTY PANTS!
Thursday, July 28
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Nashville 406
Gray Wolf Peak Casino
20750 US Hwy 93, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
Doors 7:00 pm // Show 7:30 pm
Sera Cahoone + Margo Cilker w/ Night Palace
Zootown Arts Community Center
216 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana
$15 (Advance tix recommended) w/ Night Palace
For advance tickets visit: https://showroom.zootownarts.org/…/sera-cahoone-margo…/
Americana singer-songwriter Sera Cahoone grew up in the Colorado foothills. The daughter of a dynamite salesman, she played her first gigs on drums in a dive bar’s open blues jams at 12. As a young adult, she moved to Seattle where she played drums with the adored indie rock group, Carissa’s Wierd, and later Band of Horses. She then went on to release four solo records, two with Sub Pop. In 2019, Cahoone received a Gold Record for her work with Band of Horses.
Cahoone has earned great praise from KEXP, NPR series Tiny Desk Concert, First Listen and Songs We Love. Her work has been featured on UPROXX, ELLE and KEXP. But not only do her songs ring out in rooms of mile-high castles and the edges of sprawling forests, Cahoone is beloved by her fans. Her audiences are filled with the curious, the seekers, and those who just want to hear her sing once more, “I wanna be your sidewalk / I’ll take you everywhere/ We’ll travel ‘round this world a million times.”
Margo Cilker is a woman who drinks deeply of life, and her debut record Pohorylle, released in November 2021 on Portland label Fluff and Gravy, is brimming with it. For the last seven years, the Eastern Oregon songwriter, who NPR calls one of “11 Oregon Artists to Watch in 2021,” has split her time between the road and various outposts across the world, from Enterprise, OR to the Basque Country of Spain, forging a path that is at once deeply rooted and ever-changing.
Night Palace’s (ATHENS, GA / NYC) debut album Diving Rings is a shocking alchemy: aching nostalgia meets frothy anticipation of what’s beyond the garden wall. Tantalizing pop melodies take wing with lush instrumentation, weaving a reedy bed for songwriter Avery Draut’s shimmering vocals. It’s hard to believe the album is not a soundtrack to . . . something. You find yourself picturing it: a moonlit-gilded diorama of Draut’s dreams and memories. Spanning eleven songs and interludes, Diving Rings ebbs and flows through tracks like “Enjoy the Moon!” dubbed by AllMusic Editor’s Choice, “a song that sounds like a lost Pet Sounds track played by Broadcast;” grounded indie-rock songs “Into the Wake, Mystified” and “Stranger Powers;” and the celeste-gilded folk song “Titania.”
Paste Magazine encapsulates the now Athens, Georgia and NYC-based act’s sound: “Diving Rings wraps freak-folk energy in a lush psych-pop package.” The album was released on April 1 via Park the Van.
For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/
Thursday, July 28
Doors 5:30 pm // Show 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The Dead South
Big Sky Brewing
5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula, Montana
Served Cold Tour
with The Hooten Hallers
and Tejon Street Corner Thieves
Tickets are still available here!
Thursday, July 28
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thursty Ear Thursday – Kyle Curtis Trio
Stave & Hoop
223 N Higgins Avenue, Missoula, Montana
The Kyle Curtis Trio is bringing a fresh take on jazz music from the University of Montana to the heart of downtown Missoula. Comprised of Kyle Curtis (p), Kyler Rebich (b), & Connor Racicot (d), the trio resonates creativity, hard work & passion. Music starts at 8:00 pm, $5 cover
Thursday, July 18
8:00 pm
MC Chris
Monk’s Bar Missoula
221 Ryman St, Missoula, Montana
MC Chris is rapper from the Libertyville, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. He was one of the first rappers to focus solely on nerd life, rapping about Star Wars, Harry Potter, ninjas and unrequited love. And he’s the only rapper that was ever an animator for Cartoon Network for five years.
For MC’s full bio, check out Monk’s Facebook write up
Tickets · $15. www.eventbrite.com/e/mc-chris-tickets-291320957827
Thursday is Trivia (7:30 pm to 8:30 pm) and Karaoke (8:30 pm to 12 Midnight) at Eagles Lodge in Missoula
Thursday, July 28
Trivia 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm / Karaoke 8:30 pm – 12:00 am
Hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment
Eagles Lodge
2420 South Ave W, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
9:00 pm
Open Mic Night with DJ Nitewolf
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street, Missoula, Montana
Thursday, July 28
9:30 pm – 1:00 am
Great American Trainwreck
Great Northern Bar
27 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
FRIDAY, July 29
Friday, July 29 – 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Saturday, July 30 – 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Hamilton Downtown Daly Days 2022
Hamilton Downtown Association
Main Street, Hamilton, Montana
Thank you to our MAIN EVENT SPONSOR: FARMERS STATE BANK
For complete schedule, follow Hamilton Downtown Daly Days 2022 Facebook
Friday – July 29
All Day Emcee with Bea Paxson – DJB! – sponsored by the Bitterroot Valley Board of Realtors and Stock Farm Club
7:30 pm -11:00 pm Street Dance featuring the Josh Farmer Band sponsored by Wetzsteon Electric
Saturday – July 30
7:00 am -11:00 am Kiwanis pancake breakfast at Bell McCall
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm Bitterroot Brewfest (Chamber of Commerce’s annual fundraiser) at the Daly Mansion
Special thanks to: Sweet Pea Septic & Bitterroot Disposal
Friday, July 29
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Polson Farmers Market Cooperative
11 3rd Avenue West, Polson, Montana
Friday, July 29
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Lolo Community Farmers Market
Lolo Community Center
12345 Hwy 93 South, Lolo, Montana
Friday, July 29
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
West Glacier Farmers Market
Heaven’s Peak Kitchen Lodge & Resort
12130 Hwy 2 East, Glacier, Montana
West Glacier Farmers Market provides a wonderful opportunity for area folks to showcase their products in a social and fun atmosphere while highlighting the flavor of the local area.
At a new location at Heaven’s Peak Kitchen Lodge & Resort, just outside the entrance to GNP. Shoppers enjoy the freshness and taste of local artistic talents. Variety of vendors, great pies, handcrafted items and Montana products.
Great stop on the way to Glacier National Park to stock up for the weekend!
Friday, July 29
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Pinocchio
Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
200 N. Adams, Missoula, Montana
Geppetto fashioned a puppet in the image of a small boy. Even as the lonely and kind woodcarver worked far into the night, old Geppetto was not aware that the wood under the chisel had come from the trunk of an enchanted tree. But the Blue Fairy was aware, as she watched from afar and gave to that puppet the gift of life.
Thus, begins the Missoula Children’s Theatre adaptation of one of the most beloved of all children’s stories – PINOCCHIO.
Join our wooden-head as he dances with Geppetto’s charming toys, travels the road to Pleasure Isle with Candlewick and his Crew, and is swindled by the unsavory Fox and Cat.
After escaping the clutches of the evil puppet master, Stromboli, Pinocchio finds himself in trouble once more–this time swallowed by a monstrous whale. Very scary stuff!
As Geppetto and the friendly Urchins spin their magical tale, we learn with Pinocchio that there are no shortcuts on the road to becoming a real, live boy.
$10 Adult Tickets / $5 Seniors & Children Tickets LINK
Friday, July 29
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
John Montoya
The Springs in Philipsburg
106 Brewery Road, Philipsburg, Montana
Friday, July 29
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Mission Falls Market
Good Old Days Pavilion
32670 US-93, St. Ignatius, Montana
Local spot for St. Ignatius community and beyond, to gather and purchase Montana-made crafts, produce, and food. All farmers, gardeners, craftsmen, and food-vendors are invited to sell their wares.
The Mission Farmers Market hopes to grow and share locally-produced items with our amazing communities. Come join the fun!
Every Friday evening in summer (May 20 through September 23) from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Easy off, easy on Highway 93 on the corner to St. Ignatius at the Good Old Days Pavilion.
Stop in and pick up some of the best, fresh, locally grown produce and a variety of other home grown items on your way to Flathead Lake or Glacier National Park.
Friday, July 29
5:00 pm
2022 Ronan Crab Fest
Ronan Community Center
300 3rd Ave NW, Ronan, Montana
There will also be live music to enjoy, courtesy of The Late Bloomers! We are partnering with the Lake County Fair for this event, so you can also tour the Fairgrounds and view exhibits.
Bring your favorite beverage (perhaps a growler from the brewery!) and crab crackers. There will be outdoor seating available, but a spare camp chair never hurts either, so we recommend packing one just in case.
Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased from a few local folks:
– Katie Jo Elliott (406) 314-1126
– DeeAnn Richardson (406) 471-1581
– Whitney Liegakos (406) 833-0570
– Robbie Gauthier (406) 253-4155
You can also email [email protected] for tickets. Only about 200 tickets are available for sale this year, so don’t wait.
Dungeness crab this year is from Max Peeler’s Wild Alaskan Seafood (Kalispell). Max will be there with additional fresh seafood for sale, if you’d like to take some home.
Friday, July 29
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Billy Angel & Craig Davey
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Hwy 2 E, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, July 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jerry Fletcher
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
4175 Rattlesnake Drive, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Winnie Brave
Highlander Beer
200 International Drive, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Brent Jameson
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
1380 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, Montana
Friday, July 29 & Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Chuck Briseno – on the Patio
Great Northern Bar
27 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
Friday, July 29
6:00 pm
Old Sap – Out in Sky Tour 2022
Northern Lights Saloon
255 Polebridge Loop, Polebridge, Montana
Friday, July 29
6:00 pm – 9:0 pm
Local Artist Musical Showcase
Waters Edge Winery
2593 Highway 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
Three great entertainers will delight you with their musical talent! Bring your appetite and get ready to jam in the Valley’s Best Winery with the Best Wine Selection – plus some really amazing ciders as well.
Friday, July 29
6:30 pm
20 Grand Summer 2022 Tour
Gunsight Saloon
624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, Montana
Friday, July 29
7:00 pm – 11:55 pm
Rippy Dippy & the Hidden Hippies
The BuckSnort Steakhouse
16995 US Hwy 93, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Artist Robinson
The KM Bar
29 3rd Street E, Kalispell, Montana
Friday, July 29
7:00 pm
Karaoke with Kaleidoscope Entertainment
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Rd, Lolo, Montana
Friday, July 29 – 7:30 pm
Saturday, July 30 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, July 31 – 2:00 pm
SWEENEY TODD – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Cutler Bros. Theatre
301 Main Street, Deer Lodge, Montana
Arrive 15-30 minutes prior to allow time for seating.
Not recommended for children
Tickets: $20 each
Call (406) 846-4096 to reserve or visit www.cutlerbros.com
A Musical Thriller
The dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London.
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by Hugh Wheeler
From and Adaptation by Christopher Bond
Originally Directed on Broadway by Harold Prince
Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick
Originally produced on Broadway by Richard Barr, Charles Woodward, Robert Fryer, Mary Lea Johnson, Martin Richards, in association with Dean and Judy Manos
July 29, 30, 31
Aug 5, 6, 7
Aug 12, 13, 14
SWEENEY TODD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Friday, July 29
7:30 pm
Brian Thurber
Max’s Market
125 Village Lane, Bigfork, Montana
Friday, July 29
Doors at 7:00 pm // Show at 7:30 pm
Monkey (CA) w/ Western States
Zootown Arts Community Center
216 W Main Street, Missoula, Montana
$10 // $15 Tour Supporter Ticket
To purchase advance tickets visit: https://showroom.zootownarts.org/…/monkey-ca-w-western…/
For some reason, the musical genre known as SKA gets a seriously bad rap, even more so than literal BAD RAP, which is a total bummer because ska shows are hands down some of the most fun, dance-filled events someone could ever experience. That’s why we’re bringing Monkey, a third wave ska band from the San Francisco Bay Area with some serious ska street cred whose musical influences include the Skatalites, Prince Buster, the Specials to the ZACC Show Room for one night only. Local pop-punk rippers Western States will open the show!
For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/
Friday, July 29
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Larry Hirshberg
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
8:30 pm
Outlaws & Lawmen
Rock Creek Lodge
#7 Rock Creek Rd, Clinton, Montana
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Uncle Funk
Union Club Bar & Grill
208 E Main Street, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm
Karaoke
The Rustic Hut
5415 US Hwy 93 South, Florence, Montana
Friday, July 29
8:00 pm
Blistered Earth
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street, Missoula, Montana
Don’t miss out on the Ultimate Metallica tribute.
Tickets on sale at EventBrite , $10 in advance.
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm
Country Rock Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf
Evaro Bar
17025 US Hwy 93 North, Evaro, Montana
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge
Westside Lanes
1615 Wyoming Street, Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Karaoke with Bluette
The Sitting Duck
15265 Montana Highway 35, Bigfork, Montana
Friday, July 29
9:00 pm to 2:00 am
Nite Wolf Productions Karaoke with DJ Hecka
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street
Missoula, Montana
Friday, July 29
Doors 9:00 pm // Show 10:00 pm
Montana Calling: Float Like a Buffalo with Kyle Hunter
Monks Bar
221 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana
Float Like a Buffalo is rock with funk, ska, reggae, and jam influences. Nods to the funk of Lettuce and The Motet, jam of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, rock of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Chicago Transit Authority, soul of James Brown, & high-energy guitar licks of Jimi Hendrix all combine to make a unique sound that’s impossible not to dance to.
SATURDAY, July 30
Saturday, July 30 – 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 31 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
23rd Annual Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival
Polson Business Community
Main Street, Polson, Montana
Exhibits and Montana Made Items: Come see, eat, purchase, or sell an amazing assortment of everything from art, photos, and crafts to foods and treats.
Sunday, July 31
1:00 pm
Flathead Cherry Festival Foodie Competition
Main Street, Polson, Montana
There are three categories of competition: Pie, Sweet, and Savory
All entries must be brought to the Anderson Stage by the Food Court at 1 pm on Sunday, July 31st. Contestants
1. All entries must be made from scratch using an original recipe.
2. You must feature local cherries in your entry.
3. The deadline for entry is Friday, July 29th at 9 pm. Fill out the form online
4. Please Bring your item ready to get served and plated on-site. We will provide plates, bowls, and utensils.
JUDGING
A panel of 4 judges from within the community will be scoring based on the following categories:
1. Originality & Creativity
2. Texture & Color
3. Flavor Profiles
4. Presentation
PRIZE
Everyone participating will receive a bag of cherries and the winners in each category will win a prize package worth over $150 from participating local businesses.
Saturday, July 30
8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Missoula Farmers Market
100 Railroad Street East, Missoula, Montana
Live music featuring Mark Chase Music
Saturday, July 30
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Clark Fork River Market
101 Carousel Drive, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hot Springs Farmers Market
Hot Springs City Park, Hot Springs, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Higgins Lot Alternative Market
Corner of Higgins & Pine, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Missoula Peoples’ Market
Higgins & Pine Avenue, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Kalispell Farmers Market
Flathead Community College
777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market
301 Main Street, Stevensville, Montana
Saturday, July 30
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cars & Coffee
J&K Customs – Nvicta Squad
2904 W Broadway, Missoula, Montana
The weather forecast is calling for Cars & Coffee. Super excited to be kicking off the year with a new location! A big thank you to J&K Customs for offering to host Cars & Coffee! Be respectful of their store and parking lot while we are there. There will be coffee as well on a first-come first-served basis. Thanks to Loose Caboose for donating the Coffee. Depending on the turnout we may get drink and food vendors for future events.
Also, please do your part to keep these events family-friendly, clean and safe so we can all enjoy the love we share for cars.
Saturday, July 30
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Make Your Own Ice Cream
Ravalli County Museum
205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, Montana
Team up for this sweet science experiment & make a cool treat for a hot summer day! Learn the basics of chemical reactions as you shake, shake, shake a small bag of sweetened cream inside a larger bag of ice & salt! Collaboration is key!
All family events are at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton, MT (406)363-3338
Saturday, July 30
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fáilte Montana Irish Festival
Caras Park
123 Carousel Drive, Missoula, Montana
The Fáilte Montana Irish Festival brings awareness to the University of Montana’s Irish Studies program and the cultural and learning opportunities provided by the Friends of Irish Studies in the West. By increasing our visibility and bringing together our community, we are able to bolster our fundraising efforts to continue supporting scholars, athletes, artists and performers.
Fáilte Montana is meant to be inclusive and welcoming of those in and traveling to Montana while participating in the preservation and promotion of Irish cultural practices (many of them dating back to prehistoric times). Musicians, dancers, hurlers and vendors from Montana will be largely featured, with a special performance by our headlining band JigJam—an Irish-born group that fuses traditional Irish music with American folk music.
This is a free, family friendly community event!
Saturday, July 30
12:00 pm
1st Annual “ROCKIN’ THE GLACIER” Music Festival/Car Show
Dew Drop Inn
10750 Hwy 2, Coram, Montana
LIMITED Tickets available here. Be sure to get yours quickly! If any are left, we will be selling at the door as well (for a higher price).
Classic Car & Motorcycle Cruise-in
Food & Drinks
Three Great Bands:
Flat Black Band
Groove Riders
K’Niption Fit
Sunday, July 31
3:00 pm
Jason Mahoney
The Lakehouse at Georgetown Lake
360 Brown Derby Lane, Anaconda, Montana
Saturday, July 30
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Red Hawk
Glacier Brewing Company
610 10th Ave E, Polson, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm
The Pesky Varmints
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
4175 Rattlesnake Dr, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Andrea Harsell
Draught Works
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm
Billy G
Fin’s Taphouse
352 Woodside Cutoff Road, Corvallis, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm
Bluegrass Jam Event
Waters Edge Winery Kalispell
2593 Highway 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana
All the great Bluegrass instruments, vocals & toe tappin’ harmony…brought to you by several local performers!
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Halladay Quist
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
1380 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Live Music with John Rosett Jazz
River Edge Steakhouse
168 S Frontage Road E, Alberton, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:00 pm
Stick and String
Northern Lights Saloon
255 Polebridge Loop, Polebridge, Montana
Saturday, July 30
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Winnie Brave
Cranky Sam Public House
233 W Main Street, Missoula, Montana
Armed with two guitars and an old suitcase drum, to say this Americana duo is greater than the sum of their parts would be a vast understatement. Hailed as one of Alberta’s best kept secrets and known for their dynamic and energetic shows, Winnie Brave is a sonic force to be reckoned with.
Saturday, July 30
9:00 pm
Auntie E Presents The Drip
Monk’s Bar Missoula
221 Ryman St, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Eric Alan
The Firebrand Hotel & Restaurant
650 E. 3rd Street, Whitefish, Montana
Saturday, July 30
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Mark DuBoise and Crossroads
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Road, Lolo, Montana
Saturday, July 30
7:00 pm
Live music with JD
The Shoe – Lakeview Dining & Spirits
820 Shoreline Drive, Polson, Montana
Saturday, July 30
Doors 7:00 pm // Show 7:30 pm
But I’m a Cheerleader / The Love Darts / YOAX
Zootown Arts Community Center
216 W Main Street, Missoula, Montana
$10 // $15 Tour Supporter Ticket
To purchase advance tickets visit: https://showroom.zootownarts.org/…/but-im-a…/
But I’m a Cheerleader is a band comprised of three nice queers and all of their repressed feelings they sing about. They invite you into all their sweetness and rage expressed through song (if you’re into that kind of thing). The Love Darts are Lean Drinkin’, blunt smokin’, horse ownin’, cat lovin’, shirt wearin’, quarter Irish rock and rollers from Bozeman Montana. YOAX is a Missoula, MT based duo consisting of Carter French and Dylan Smith. Their alt-noise sound is reminiscent of early Modest Mouse, Broken Social Scene and Women. All their music is recorded at home in mount orange studios.
For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/
Saturday, July 30
8:00 pm
Whiskey Rose rockin’ Lakeside
Marcella’s Italian Cuisine
7262 US Hwy 93, Lakeside, Montana
Saturday, July 30
8:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Blacklisted
Rustic Hut
5415 US Hwy 93, Florence, Montana
Saturday, July 30
8:00 pm – 1:30 am
Jaden Decker’s “The First Ride” Tour
Ole Beck VFW Post 209
245 W Main Street, Missoula, Montana
16 Yr old Jaden Decker embarked on his first tour this July and taking his sound and songs from Montana and sharing them with you all!
Young Decker is no newbie on the guitar. He’s been playing for just over a decade now and is ready to show you what he’s got. With a Country type sound, Jaden has been know to cross those genre lines and dive into the Rock and Jamgrass worlds during his live shows.
For a solo artist, Jaden Decker has a big sound. You just have to hear it for yourself, and he will be stopping at these locations this July.
Go to jadendecker.com to stay up to date and to shop Jaden’s current line of fan merchandise
Saturday, July 30
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Montana Calling: Float Like a Buffalo
The Raven, Woods Bay Montana
15321 Montana Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana
Float Like a Buffalo is rock with funk, ska, reggae, and jam influences. Nods to the funk of Lettuce and The Motet, jam of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, rock of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Chicago Transit Authority, soul of James Brown, & high-energy guitar licks of Jimi Hendrix all combine to make a unique sound that’s impossible to not dance!
Saturday, July 30
9:00 pm
Country Rock Karaoke with DJ Nitewolf
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 pm
Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge
Westside Lanes
1615 Wyoming Street, Missoula, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Andrew Sweeney
Perfect Shot Tavern
218 Main Street, Polson, Montana
Saturday, July 30
9:25 pm
SHREK – Missoula Outdoor Cinema
North Missoula Community Development Corporation
1001 Worden Ave, Missoula, Montana
Bring a chair or blanket, and join us on Saturdays in July and August for an outdoor movie night in the Head Start play field (1001 Worden Ave).
Things to know!
— A donation of $5-$10 is suggested but not required.
— Our neighbor-run concession stand offers popcorn (with a wide array of toppings), candy, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks.
— Movies start at dusk. Come early to hang out with neighbors and find a good spot!
— Please leave pets and alcohol at home.
— After the movie please be respectful of the neighborhood and exit the area quietly. Help us clean-up the area and pick-up your trash as you depart.
This event runs on neighborhood volunteer power — grab a friend and sign up here to volunteer: https://volunteersignup.org/4PLLE
SUNDAY, July 31
Sunday, July 31
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Columbia Falls Sunday Market
Columbia Falls City Hall
130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, Montana
Sundays Weekly from 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon May 22 thru September 11, 2022
Acoustic music and friendly local vendors Hosted by Jean Flynn of Prairie Girl Farms
Sunday, July 31
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Seeley Lake Sunday Market
3150 Hwy 83 North, Seeley Lake, Montana
Our vendors’ products are homegrown, homemade or home crafted.
We have fresh fruit and vegetables and support the Senior Farmer’s Market Coupon Program (SFMNP).
We’re located off Hwy 83, North in Seeley Lake on the lawn of the Seeley Lake Community Foundation building. Market Entrance is off Pine Street (street parallel and east of Hwy 83). Customer Parking at Seeley Lake Elementary School. Vendor Parking at Senior Center.
The Sunday Market is sponsored by the Seeley Lake Community Foundation, a non-profit organization, which supports the community and surrounding areas. Please note there is no smoking permitted within the market boundaries. We have a designated smoking area. Also, pets are not permitted with the exception of service dogs.
Sunday, July 31
10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Market on Broadway
216 West Broadway Street, Philipsburg, Montana
Sunday, July 31
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Katie Page
River View Bar
191 Mill Street, Bigfork, Montana
Katie Page brings her infectious uplifting vibe to the River View Bar stage in Bigfork for the first time. She works hard promoting music in the Flathead Valley and we are excited to give her time in the spotlight.
Sunday, July 31
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sunday Funday Board Games
Cranky Sam Public House
235 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana
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, July 31
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Neal Elder
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Rd, Lolo, Montana
Sunday, July 31
3:00 pm
Jason Mahoney
The Lakehouse at Georgetown Lake
360 Brown Derby Lane, Anaconda, Montana
Sunday, July 31
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Sunday Pinball Tournament
OddPitch Brewing
1200 W. Kent, Suite #103, Missoula, Montana
No Entry Fee. Prizes for the Top 3 Players including gift cards and merchandise.
All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to play. The pinball community is very welcoming and eager to teach newcomers how to play.
Top 5 players will earn points in our ongoing, multi-month league. At the end of each league prizes are awarded to the top five players. Random participants will also have a chance to win prizes through a drawing. Check out our website to see our current line-up of ten machines.
Sunday, July 31
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Way Down North
The Raven Bigfork
15321 Montana Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana
This duo from Northwest Montana performing Americana originals and covers. Tina Bertram and Cory Chopp combine to bring a mixture of four different instruments and vocals to their sets, mostly playing saloons and outdoor gigs.
We cannot wait to spend an afternoon soaking up the sunshine and melodious sounds.
Sunday, July 31
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Crazy Dog
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana
Sunday, July 31
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic Night with Colton C
Bias Brewing
409 1st Ave East, Kalispell, Montana
Calling all musicians , poets, singers, songwriters, comedians and any genre of live performance artists: join us Sunday evenings for OPEN MIC from 5-8pm hosted by local musician and MC Colton C. Performers (21 and older) get a FREE beer on the house.
10-15 minute time slots. Sign up in person or text 406-407-0732
Sunday, July 31
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Todd Cowart
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana
Sunday, July 31
7:00 pm
Mike Murray Duo
Riverbend Concerts Bigfork
Sliter Park, Bigfork, MT
Sunday, July 31
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Live Music with MYNXX
Casey’s
101 Central Ave, Whitefish, Montana
Sunday, July 31
9:00 pm
Country Music Dance Party with DJ Nitewolf
Sunrise Saloon and Casino
1101 Strand Ave, Missoula, Montana
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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