Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to weather and holidays. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.

Take advantage of UM’s FREE UDash River Shuttle Service to get to the Clark Fork River Access points in Missoula at Sha-Ron and Milltown Thursdays thru Sundays, starting from the last weekend of June, through July and August.

The Farmers Market at Libby opens from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm every Thursday thru September 24 at the Libby Lofts in Libby.

The Ronan Farmers Market is every Thursday through October 15 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ronan Visitors Center.

The Anaconda Community Market connects the community of Anaconda to fresh food, local makers, and artisans every Thursday 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm thru September 4 in Downtown Anaconda.

Check out the Alberton Community Farmers Market at the Alberton Community / Senior Center 30 miles west of Missoula 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru October 8.

Orchard Homes Farmers Market is 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursdays thru September 10 at Orchard Homes Country Life Club in Missoula.

The Columbia Falls Community Market happens every Thursday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm thru September 24 with local food producers, artists, creative artists, live music, food trucks and more.

Downtown Tonight returns to Caras Park for another epic summer in Downtown Missoula with live music, food trucks, children’s activities and Missoula Makers Collective Summer Market pop-up 5:00 pm to 9:00 every Thursday from June thru August – featured music on July 9 is the Idle Ranch Hands.

Get down to Live Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula.

Arrive early with your black-belt brainy buds for Trivia Thursday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Sacred Waters Brewing in Kalispell.

Show off that big brain of yours with Thursday Night Trivia at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each Thursday at Big Sky Brewing Company in Missoula.

The Three-O plays live at Missoula’s Ranch Club 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday.

John Hewitt & The North Americans play live at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday.

Meet up with TNR at 6:00 pm at the Sam Braxton Trailhead Parking Lot (top of Pattee Canyon) for this week’s Thursday Night MTB Ride up the House of Sky Trail to Mount Dean Stone (and back).

Singers, bands, instruments, duos, solos, and comedians: grab the mic, bring your talent, and light up the stage on Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursdays at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.

SkyTrip performs a live rock set at the Backyard Tap House in Florence 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday.

Downtown Missoula’s Iron Horse Bar & Grill hosts Trivia hosted by DJ Carlos with 5 rounds of fun and prizes every Thursday from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Bingo is hosted every Thursday at 6:30 pm by the Missoula Senior Center on The Hip Strip.

If wine makes you wiser, it’ll come in handy for Smarty Pants Trivia Thursday Nights hosted by David Crismore & Co. from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell.

Thursdays at The Rhino Bar in Downtown Missoula have Big Bucks Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Bring your buddies and torment your enemies with your knowledge of all things with Trivia Thursday night 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Western Cider in Missoula.

Singer-songwriter / guitarist Martin Gilmore performs live at Missoula’s Longstaff House 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm Thursday.

Bring your friends – pick your favorite country and rock classics – grab the mic and be a star at Karaoke every Thursday night from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Silver Bullet Bar & Casino in Columbia Falls.

Logjam Presents welcomes Fruition for a live concert performance with special guests Andy Dunnigan and The Coffis Brothers at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm Thursday.

Very Funny Weekly Comedy returns at 8:00 pm Thursday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.

Sign up to sing with Thursday Karaoke from 8:30 pm to Midnight, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment at Missoula Eagles Lodge #32.

Karaoke is hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment & Productions from 9:00 pm to closing time every Tuesday & Thursday on the main stage at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon.

Missoula-based indie folk rock band Cascadel performs live at the Great Northern Bar in Whitefish at 9:30 pm Thursday.

Stop by the Polson Farmers Market Co-op in front of the Cove Deli in Downtown Polson, open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fridays thru October 9.

Check out the Montana Knife Makers Association’s 30th Annual Knife Show 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday and 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds in Hamilton.

Buy fresh, buy local at the Troy Farmers Market at the Troy Museum & Visitors Center 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm Fridays thru September 2.

Are you a lover or a lunatic? Don’t feel like you have to choose at the Lovers & Lunatics Music Festival on Fern Creek Road in Frenchtown from 4:00 pm Friday thru 5:00 pm Saturday.

The Wildhorse Plains Farmers Market brings together growers, makers and farmers from the Plains – Paradise Valley with customers for fresh local produce, baked goods, handcrafted goods and florals in the MT Dental lot in Plains 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm Fridays thru October 16.

The Mission Falls Market is at the Good Old Days Park Pavilion just off Hwy 93 in Saint Ignatius, and is open from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm Fridays thru October 2.

Enjoy great tunes, craft beer, and good vibes to kick off your weekend with Live Music every Friday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson.

Old Man Ben Larson takes over the outdoor stage at The Springs / Philipsburg Brewing from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday.

Artist Ethan Arias opens new exhibit “Modern Relics” 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday at The Clay Studio of Missoula.

Preview the Last Best Print Fest opening reception at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday.

Chow down and chill a little as Missoula’s newest Friday night tradition starts this summer – the Friday Food Truck Pod at the Missoula Senior Center on The Hip Strip from 5:30 to 8:00 pm each Friday thru the summertime.

Your Friday just got better with OffPitch Karaoke hosted by the lovely and talented Kendra to get your night started from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm every week at Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing.

Luke Dowler plays live on the patio at Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday.

Join Mike Murray alongside the song of the Swan River with stories, songs, space, depth, breath, and transcendence under the shadow of Mount Aeneas at River View Bar in Bigfork at 6:00 pm Friday.

Get yer motor runnin’ and head over to Westside Lanes for Missoula Bike Night at 6:00 pm Friday.

Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Friday Open Mic / Open Jam from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Don’t miss the amazing Elton John tribute band Elton Jones & The Jets for the free Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Sapphire Lutheran Homes in Hamilton 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday.

Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding – it’s all at the Twisted Nut + Kids Rodeo at the Darby Rodeo Arena 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm Friday and Saturday.

Feel the pulse of Brazil with deep rhythms, powerful horns, joyful percussion and vocals performed live by Missoula’s best musicians with a live dance party by Canta Brasil at Missoula’s Free Cycles 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday.

TopHouse performs live as part of the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council’s 5th Annual Summer Concert Series at 7:00 pm Friday, July 10 at The Daly Mansion in Hamilton.

Karaoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo this Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

Trivia in Paradise? Yes, please. Trivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana.

Sing with Angelic Tunes Karaoke at Kalispell Eagles Lodge 234 starting at 8:00 pm Friday til 1:00 am.

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your best songs for Karaoke Friday Night starting at 9:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork.

Solid Sound Karaoke is hosted Fridays & Saturdays in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Missoula’s Westside Lanes from 9:00 pm til closing time.

The Boys from the North, AC/DC tribute band BC/DC are back to “Let There Be Rock” with special guests Sabbath Worship, for two nights at The Great Northern Bar in Whitefish at 9:30 pm Friday and Saturday.

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your best songs for Karaoke Friday Night starting at 9:00 pm at A Sip of Montana at Woods Bay in Bigfork.

Sign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson.

The original Missoula Farmers’ Market for over 54 years at BN Plaza at the XXXX’s at the end of Higgins in Downtown Missoula on Saturdays thru October 31 (8:00 am to 12:30 pm) and Tuesdays thru September 29 (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm) – The MUG’s Summer Music Series guest artist on July 11 is the Richie Reinholdt.

The Clark Fork River Market in the Riverside Parking Lot east of Caras Park and Bear Tracks Bridge in Downtown Missoula, open 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays weekly thru October 31. Featured music group on July 11 is Night Blooming Jasmine.

Missoula’s Mountain Line offers free weekend bus rides with hourly service between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm from the Downtown Transfer Center to Marshall Mountain Park from May thru October.

The Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op runs 9:00 am to 12:30 pm each Saturday thru October 31 in Downtown Hamilton.

The Kalispell Farmers Market is a vibrant gathering place where local farmers, ranchers, artists, and makers come together to sell their goods, share their talents, and connect with the community at Flathead Valley Community College 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Saturdays thru October 17.

The Higgins Lot Alternative Market happens every Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Missoula thru September 26.

The Missoula People’s Market featuring local art & handcrafted goods – open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays thru September 26 at the corner of Pine & Higgins in Downtown Missoula.

Visit the Lakeside Farmers Market on Flathead Lake with locally-grown produce, homemade gifts and fresh bread across from Volunteer Park in Lakeside 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays thru September 26.

The Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market runs 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturdays on Stevi’s West 3rd and Main Street thru October 3.

Stop by to do some treasure hunting for unique items from local makers, vintage finds, and pick up fresh baked goods at Long Acre Market on Hwy 93 in Arlee 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturdays to August 29.

The Great Montana Stand-Up Paddleboard / SUP Sprint & River Street Festival returns to Downtown Superior 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday.

Every Saturday at Hot Springs Town Park, Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm thru October 3, the Hot Springs MT Summer Farmers Market is a celebration of local flavor and creativity.

Visit Downtown Hamilton for the monthly Culture Crawl – featuring local Montana artists, music, poetry reading, author signings and more from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm the 2nd Saturday every month.

Boots in the ‘Burg, the annual summer concert and street dance on Broadway Street in Downtown Philipsburg starts with a Cornhole Tournament at 12:00 pm Noon, with the Tanner Laws Band opening at 3:30 pm and featuring the Kelly Hughes Band at 5:30 pm on Saturday.

Vivid Marketing & Design presents Frenchtown Days 2026 in Downtown Frenchtown on Saturday from 12:00 pm Noon to 6:30 pm, and Street Dance at the Alcan Bar from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Unleash your festive spirit at the 7th Annual Northwest Margarita Fest at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturday.

Way Down North plays the outdoor patio at The Springs / Philipsburg Brewing at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday.

Thompson Falls’ Limberlost Brewing hosts their monthly Open Mic & Karaoke show this Saturday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Join Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing every Saturday for a fun-filled Play It Forward Bingo night hosted by Kendra from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

Jeff Daniel performs live in The Landing Bar at The Shoe in Polson 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday.

Experience the vibrant spirit of community at the historic Pearl Entertainer Theatre in Ronan, where the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative hosts its weekly Saturday Community Open Jam, starting at 7:00 pm.

Stray Cats founder Lee Rocker performs live at The Daly Mansion in Hamilton 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday.

Absolute Fight Factory brings championship MMA action to The BackYard at Big Sky Brewing Company in Missoula featuring Lattimer vs Hegstad on the top bill with a full undercard starting at 7:00pm Saturday.

Joe Martinez plays live at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday.

Learn & enjoy the art of Caliente’ Salsa Dancing with Viva Montana! Latin Night starting at 9:00 pm the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Dark Horse Bar in Missoula.

TNT Karaoke 9:00 pm to 2:00 am on the 2nd and 4th Saturday every month at the 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan.

It’s always a good ol’ time when Zootown Karaoke hosts Karaoke Night starting at 9:00 pm every Saturday at KT’s Hayloft Saloon in Lolo.

Sing with Angelic Tunes Karaoke from 9:30 pm Saturday at the Rainbow Bar & Casino in Kalispell.

Get down at the Absolutely Saturday Dance Party hosted by DJ Kris Moon at 10:00 pm Saturday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.

Stop in at the Seeley Lake Summer Market at the Seeley Lake Community Foundation 9:00 am to 1:00 pm every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day, thru September 6.

Cruise in for NW Montana Cars and Coffee at the Kalispell Krispy Kreme 10:00 am to 1:00 pm every Sunday morning, May thru September.

Visit Badrock Farmers Market in Columbia Falls every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm thru October 11 to stock up on locally harvested and handcrafted goods.

Philipsburg’s Summer Market on Broadway returns to Pocket Park (next to The Sweet Palace) 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sundays from June 14 to September 13.

Come on down to A Sip of Montana on Woods Bay, and play BINGO in the Bay from Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday with your favorite hostess Sultry Sarah.

Missoula’s OddPitch Brewing hosts a Sunday Pinball Tournament every week from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

American roots singer-songwriter Andrea Harsell plays live on The Springs stage at Philipsburg Brewing 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday.

It’s Bingo with a Beat! – Soundcheck Bingo at 6:00 pm every Sunday at KT’s Hayloft Saloon in Lolo.

Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in Draught Works’ taproom in Missoula every Sunday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the Summer Sunday Jazz Series – this week’s featured band is Johan Eriksson and Strange Meeting.

The Tommy Edwards Band performs live for the Riverbend Concert Series at Sliter’s Park in Bigfork 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday.

Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts presents “Young Frankenstein – The Musical” with 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm evening performances on varying weeknight dates from May thru August, and on this Sunday, July 12.

Wrap up your weekend with Sunday Night Karaoke at 8:00 pm on the outdoor patio at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon, hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment.

We have around 60 live music events listed for this weekend – take your pick!

No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of summer activities and outdoor events are happening not only around Missoula, but all the way up the Flathead, Mission and Bitterroot valleys, east to Phillipsburg and Anaconda, and out west past Alberton. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier and even Northwestern Montana, there are some outstanding pit stops to make along the way.

Get out & enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages – they need your business! Try a new local brew! Support our local artists and vendors at the area markets. Take the family for a challenging (or relaxing) hike or mountain bike ride. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. Try your luck with some fun local bingo. Stretch that big brain at one of the local trivia nights. Sing your favorite karaoke song, or catch a live music show. Enjoy safely and responsibly.

Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to weather and holidays. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.