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Ready to use that extra hour this weekend?! 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 – Thursday thru Sunday!

With spring officially still a week away – we’re calling it now; it’s time for spring skiing. Check ahead for the local snow reports, and go! Many of the local cross-country and fat biking hotspots are being groomed and skiied. Get out and shred that gnar!

We’re still a week away from St. Patrick’s Day – but there are a surprising number of St. Paddy’s themed events happening this weekend to get a head start on the Irish shenanigans.

There are over 85 local music shows of one kind or another in the area throughout the weekend. We’ve got options! If you’re making Sunday plans, don’t forget to “Spring Forward” – set your clocks an hour ahead Saturday night / Sunday morning.

No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of weekend 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. Take the family for a crisp hike or some great spring 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.

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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!

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THURSDAY, March 9

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I don’t mind going back to daylight saving time.
With inflation, the hour will be the only thing I’ve saved all year.

– Victor Borge

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Thursday, March 9
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Neal Elder Music
The Hops Montana
2412 Hwy 93 N, Victor, Montana

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Thursday, March 9
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Sundog North
KettleHouse Brewing Co.
605 Cold Smoke Avenue, Bonner, Montana

Sundog North is an acoustic Americana trio featuring Laurie Banks on bass, Michael Huberman on mandolin/dobro/banjo, and Fred Lerch on acoustic guitar. Our CD* “Dakota Sun” was released in 2020. We continue to enjoy writing songs, letting them develop over time, and doing what local bands do – rehearse, play gigs, and have fun!

* A CD (compact disc) was, in ancient times, a data storage thingy used to play music. Ask your grandmother!

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Thursday, March 9
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bruce Carlson & Ron Meissner
Draught Works
915 Toole Avenue, Missoula, Montana

Bruce Carlson, a veteran of both the Austin and Missoula music scenes, brings to the table a variety of original songs, interesting covers of material by friends and influencers, and 50+ years of musical experience. Highlights of which are the recording of his song “Montana Backroads” by Nanci Griffith on her first album, “There’s a Light Beyond These Woods”. Appearing with or opening for the likes of Nanci Griffith, Lyle Lovett, Bonnie Raitt, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Robert Earl Keen, and Townes Van Zandt, and playing with the Missoula band, the Federico Brothers.

Bruce will be joined by INCREDIBLE local musician Ron Meissner!

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Thursday, March 9
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Captain Wilson Conspiracy
Bitter Root Brewing
101 Marcus St, Hamilton, Montana

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Thursday, March 2
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
TNR / Thursday Night HIKE
Pengelly Ridge Trail
Missoula, Montana

It’s the last Thursday before the time change and the evenings are already much brighter. It’s been nice to see faces again! This week we’ll hike up the Pengelly Ridge trail. Hopefully, with the southern exposure we’ll be on dirt for a good portion of the way. Ice is likely at the bottom and on top. Meet at Maurice and South.

See you out there!

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Thursday, March 9
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jazz Night
The Old Post
103 W. Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana

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Thursday, March 9
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!

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Thursday, March 9
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Luke Lautaret Project
Harbor Grille Lakeside
7135 Hwy 93, Lakeside, Montana

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Thursday, March 9
6:30 pm
Trivia Thursday Nights
A Bar
11032 Hwy 83, Bigfork, Montana

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Thursday, March 9
7:00 pm – 9:30 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!

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Thursday, February 9
Doors 6:00 pm // Show 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fly Fishing Film Tour
The Wilma
131 Higgins Avenue, Missoula, Montana

ABOUT THE 2023 FLY FISHING FILM TOUR

The 17th annual FLY FISHING FILM TOUR (F3T) presented by Costa and Simms is back in action and hitting the road with a top notch selection of short films that are sure to get you fired up for the season ahead.

The 2023 show will feature locations from Cuba to Patagonia, Mexico to Australia, Alaska, Wyoming, the Deep South, Massachusetts and beyond. Experience the achievement of a permit slam, follow the journey of one boy from Mexico to the waters of Wyoming, explore the best international waters and compete for the legendary belt buckle. Join us for a journey of adventure, friendship and the best fly fishing action.

The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Come for the action and stay for the giveaways and camaraderie that will feed your fishing addiction.

For more updates go to flyfilmtour.com or follow us on social at @flyfishingfilmtour.

The F3T is proudly presented by Costa, YETI and Simms Fishing.
The tour is also sponsored by Scientific Anglers, Oskar Blues Brewing, Rarewaters, She’s Fly and Outside.

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Thursday, March 9 – 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Friday, March 10 – 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday, March 11 – 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday, March 12 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Play: ‘Pride and Prejudice’
UM School of Theatre and Dance
Montana Theatre of the PAR/TV Center
32 Campus Dr, Missoula, Montana

The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to present ‘Pride and Prejudice’ March 2-12 in the Montana Theatre of the PAR/TV Center on campus. The play is written by Kate Hamill, adapted from the 1813 novel. Revered author Jane Austen defined her iconic novel as “light and bright and sparkling,” which perfectly describes this charming, ironic 2017 stage adaptation. The renowned Bennet sisters and their suitors—suitable and unsuitable alike—are brought to life in inventive, winsome ways that will surprise audiences familiar with the novel’s twists and delight those for whom the madcap matchmaking is brand-new.

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Thursday, March 9 – 7:30 pm
Friday, March 10 – 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 11 – 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 12 – 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
MCT Center for the Performing Arts
200 N. Adams, Missoula, Montana

Based on the award winning 1992 novella by Robert James Waller with score and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown of The Last Five Years and Parade, The Bridges of Madison County follows the story of Italian-American Francesca Johnson, an immigrant turned heartland housewife, whose chance meeting with Robert Kincaid, a National Geographic photographer, changes both of their lives forever.

The next four days become a whirlwind of romance which elicits questions in both lovers about the roads we travel and the bridges we dare to cross. At times heartbreaking yet inspiring, humorous, and beautiful, it asks the question…” what if?”

This musical version of the book and 1995 film is recommended for ages 13 and older.

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Thursday, March 9
9:00 pm
Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf
Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent St, Missoula, Montana

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FRIDAY, March 10

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Friday, March 10
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Disco Party
Ski Hill to the Philipsburg Brewing Vault
101 W Broadway Street, Philipsburg, Montana

Disco balls will be hidden around Discovery Ski Area with awesome prizes from Ski Discovery, The Broadway Hotel, The Sushi Shack and Philipsburg Brewing Company. After the ski hill closes, come on down to the brewery for a 70s-themed party– costumes encouraged!
There will even have a contest and prize for the best 70s outfit!

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Friday, March 10
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Hallady Quist
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
13990 Blacktail Road, Lakeside, Montana

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Friday, March 10
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Victor High Spanish Club
The Hops Montana
2412 Hwy 93, Victor, Montana

Come listen to local folk music by Sarah Jane & Co., eat some great food, play some games, and bid on our silent auction items! ¡Nos vemos!

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Friday, March 10
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ten Cent Mule
Imagine Nation Brewing
1151 W Broadway St, Missoula, Montana

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Friday, March 10
6:00 pm
Texas Tom’s 70th Birthday Party
Fin’s Taphouse
352 Woodside Cutoff Rd, Corvallis, Montana

Come help celebrate Texas Tom’s 70th birthday with a Jam session with good friends and great brews!

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Friday, March 10
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Pesky Varmints
Highlander Beer
200 International Drive, Missoula, Montana

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Friday, March 10
Potluck 6:00 pm // Music 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Potluck with Purpose with Night Blooming Jasmine
Rocky Mountain Grange #116
1436 S 1st St, Hamilton, Montana

Featured Non-Profit: 4-H
$10 suggested donation at the door

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Friday, March 10
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Live Music with Pat McCurry
Bias Brewing
412 S Main St, Kalispell, Montana

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm
Ben Larson and Grown Ass Men
The Revolver
221 E Park Ave, Anaconda, Montana

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Western Montana Musicians Co-op Friday Open Mic
The Red Poppy
1 Eisenhower Street West, Ronan, Montana

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Travis Yost
Cowboy Troy’s
2359 Hwy 93 North, Victor, Montana

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hangin’ with Randos: A Night of Speed Dating (Queer Folk)
Western Cider
501 N California St, Missoula, Montana

Speed Dating at Western Cider is BACK – NEW and IMPROVED! Time to mingle old-school style!
How it works: Everyone will be in the same pool for a round robin of speed dates (length TBD depending on number of attendees). Participants will use an app to rate dates as “romantic” or “friend”. Get your results the night of the event!
We start at 7:00 pm SHARP. Please arrive early to pay for the event and grab a drink! Let’s get weird!
Please sign up in advance no later than 3/10 at 12:00 pm! Once signed up, please pay $6.90 at entry! 

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Karaoke with Kaleidoscope Entertainment
The Jack Saloon
7000 Graves Creek Rd, Lolo, Montana

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Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tanner Laws
Tin Can Bar and Draft Room
207 Main St, Stevensville, Montana

Back in the Bitterroot! Come out to the Tin Can Bar to hear some original music about a country boy in Montana and covers of your favorite songs!

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Friday, March 10
7:30 pm
UM Percussion’s Spring Concert
Dennison Theatre
32 Campus Dr, Missoula, Montana

The University of Montana Percussion Ensemble and “Islanders” Steel Drum Band will present their Spring Concert at 7:30 pm on Friday, March 10 in the Dennison Theater. The concert will feature an eclectic mix of music and will start with a powerful piece for full percussion orchestra by Dave Hall entitled “Pyroclastic Steam.” This will be following by three pieces featuring soloists including ”Open Window” by Robert Chappell which features senior percussionist Willie Baltz on steel pan followed by
Michael Burritt’s “Blue Flame” for solo marimba with percussion quartet featuring senior percussionist Delaney Wirtala on marimba. We are excited to feature our new drumset teacher and member of the UM Jazz Faculty, John Wicks, on “The Path” for drumset soloist and percussion ensemble by Steve Houghton. The second half will feature the UM “Islanders” Steel Band performing a rocking “Panorama” style tune called “Pan in Yuh Ras” by the legendary “Boogsie” Sharpe. The band will then play a trio of pop tunes from the 1970’s including – “I Can See Clearly Now,” “Brown Eyed Girl” and Stevie Wonder’s “Sir Duke.” We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an exciting evening of music!

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Friday, March 10
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Neal Elder
Two Rivers Bar & Casino
159 Conner Cutoff Road, Conner, Montana

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Friday, March 10
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Jaden Decker
Trixi’s Antler Saloon
Hwy 200, Ovando, Montana

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Friday, March 10
8:00 pm – Midnight
Montana Goth Ball
Zootown Arts Community Center / ZACC
216 W Main St, Missoula, Montana

The Montana Goth Ball is back and ready to have a spooky spring! Release the bats Friday, March 10, at the ZACC! DJs GingerBat and Sister Midnight will bring you the spookiest tunes along with a LIVE performance by Negative Gain recording artist Order of The Static Temple! DJs will rotate throughout the night, so be ready to DANCE! This is your excuse to dress up and party – gothic, leather, fetish, punk, Victorian, latex, lace (if in doubt, wear black). Dress to DEPRESS!

For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/

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Friday, March 10
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Joan Zen Band
Union Club Bar & Grill
208 E Main Street, Missoula, Montana

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Friday, March 10
9:00 pm
Karaoke
The Rustic Hut
5415 US Hwy 93 South, Florence, Montana

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Friday, March 10
9:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Karaoke at the Duck
The Sitting Duck
15265 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, Montana

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Friday, March 10
9:00 – Midnight
Jay Alm
American Legion Post 129
450 Railroad, Paradise, Montana

Jay Alm plays a scathing, soulful blend of Acoustic Alternative Psychedelia and Rootsy, Lyrical Meanderings. Expect 6 and 12 string guitar, the occasional mandolin, a capella audio poetry, and intimate scratch-born vocals. Based out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Jay radiates a poignant, playful take in his quasi-alternative folk-isms and a head-in-the-clouds-approach to biting acoustic rock. After several years of D.I.Y. touring throughout North America, from the Carolinas to Alaska, Jay’s road-inspired sound should appeal to singer songwriter, indie-folk, blues, and alt-rock fans alike.

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SATURDAY, March 11

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Saturday, March 11
8:30 am – Noon
Run for the Luck of It!
Missoula Fairgrounds
1101 South Avenue West, Missoula, Montana

Kick off St. Patrick’s Day with Run Wild Missoula and Run for the Luck of It! In 2023 we are bringing you a new location at the Missoula Fairgrounds and new courses!

This year our in-person racing options are 7 miles, 5K or the 400 Meter Kid’s Dash!

All paid participants receive chip timing, a custom designed pint glass, a post-race beer and a hot snack! (Kid-friendly beverages provided as well).

Run Wild Missoula Members receive a $3.00 discount towards registration!

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Saturday, March 11
Doors / Red Carpet 5:00 pm // Show 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
“Saving for the Day” film World Premiere
The Wilma
131 Higgins Avenue, Missoula, Montana

Saving For The Day is a passion project for Writer, Director and Producer John D. Nilles, who also founded With a Cause Productions and Shoot Montana. The film took over a
decade to complete and is truly a Montana-made film which took over 8,000 hours of time to
complete. “My love for Montana and movies was a guiding light as I worked on ‘Saving For The
Day’,” said Nilles.
This film is a “love letter to Western Montana,” while also paying homage to the films that
influenced Nilles when growing up and is the culmination of many, many talented and dedicated
Montanans coming together to create movie magic.
“It was also a way to help build Montana’s film industry from the ground up. Over 400 people of all ages learned how to make movies in front of and behind the camera, and some of that work has led to other opportunities.”
Saving for the Day is a feature-length, family-friendly, Made in Montana movie with action, adventure, romance, and wonder.
Joe Bell (Andy ShirtIff) is an average everyday man who watches life go by as he saves for the day when his real life will begin. Joe is given a chest filled with treasure by a cryptic, old wise man. But to open it, Joe must go on the adventure of a lifetime. He is joined in his quest by Abbey (Lindsey Zachariasen) a driven and savvy archeologist whom he sees as the key to opening the treasure, but does he pursue her for love or for the treasure? Saving for The Day is an ambitious Made in Montana multi-genre film, unlike any action adventure you’ve ever seen.
Over 400 Montanans worked on this grassroots project of passion for 12 years, some have gone on to work on the highly successful Yellowstone, and star in major motion pictures. This highly entertaining micro-budget epic is a love letter to Missoula with nods to movies we all loved as kids.

Click the link for tickets and support local art & artists by dressing up in your nicest premiere ensemble and walking the red carpet. Professional photographers will be documenting the event.

After the film, join us for a Q&A.
Saving For The Day is a movie about Montanans, made by Montanans, & filmed in Montana.

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Live Music with Tom Catmull
Imagine Nation Brewing
1151 W Broadway St, Missoula, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Floridis and Jennifer Slayden
FINN
100 Madison St, Missoula, Montana

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6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Skyler Mendell Sextet
Draught Works
915 Toole Avenue, Missoula, Montana

The Skyler Mendell Sextet presents an evening of high-energy jazz music, featuring original compositions and arrangements.

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Laurie Ann
Waters Edge Winery Kalispell
2593 Hwy 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Angel & Davey
Harbor Grille
713 Hwy 93, Lakeside, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Eric Alan
Grouse Mountain Lodge
2 Fairway Drive, Whitefish, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Dunnigan
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
1380 Wisconsin Ave, Whitefish, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Modified Lockdown
Blacksmith Brewing Company
114 Main St, Stevensville, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bitterroot’s Finest Hour – Event by Linda Massa Youth Home
Ravalli County Fairgrounds
100 Old Corvallis Rd, Hamilton, Montana

Join us for an evening to remember as we gather to support the youth at the Linda Massa Youth Home.
The Event Center, Hamilton
Live Music | Dinner by The MineShaft | Open Bar by The Rainbow Silent and Live Auctions!

Tickets ($100 per person) can be purchased on our website www.lindamassayouthhome.org or by contacting Mary Blankenbaker at mblankenbaker@youthhomesmt.org or 406-375-5498

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Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm
John Montoya Music
Smelter City Brewing
101 Main St, Anaconda, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bad Larrys
Dusty Star Saloon
2205 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hangin’ with Randos: A Night of Speed Dating (Straight Folk)
Western Cider
501 N California St, Missoula, Montana

Speed Dating at Western Cider is BACK – NEW and IMPROVED! Time to mingle old-school style!

How it works: Everyone will be in the same pool for a round robin of speed dates (length TBD depending on number of attendees). Participants will use an app to rate dates as “romantic” or “friend.” Get your results the night of the event!

We start at 7:00 pm SHARP. Please arrive early to pay for the event and grab a drink! Let’s get weird!

Please sign up in advance no later than 3/11 at 12:00 pm! Once signed up, please pay $6.90 at entry! 

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Saturday, March 11
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Western Montana Musicians Cooperative Saturday Community Jam
The Red Poppy
1 Eisenhower Street West, Ronan, Montana

Free / Donations gratefully accepted and appreciated

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Saturday, March 11
Doors 6:00 pm // Show 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Impact World Strings Chamber Ensemble presents: Wai Mizutani and Guests in Music of the Legends, Tribute 2 – Tchaikovsky vs Dvorak
Wachholz College Center
795 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, Montana

Wai Mizutani, born in Beijing, China, and later moving to Hong Kong with his parents, is a renowned violinist and Julliard graduate. Wai, a child prodigy, has performed worldwide with orchestras, won numerous awards, and shared the stage with countless famous artists as well as lending his talents to many film score productions.
Performing alongside Mizutani will be cellist, Jessica Chen, pianist, Clementa Cazan German, and violinists, Joyce Huang and Cindy Lin. 

No outside food or beverages allowed in Wachholz College Center. Recommended age limit 8+

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Saturday, March 11
7:00 pm
Mardi Gras Party
Cell Block Tavern
818 Main St, Deer Lodge, Montana

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Saturday, March 11
Doors 7:00 pm // Show 7:30 pm
Two New Plays, A Staged Reading of ‘Zeus Interrupted’ & ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’
Zootown Arts Community Center / ZACC
216 W Main St, Missoula, Montana

Missoula-based playwright group Zoola Writers, under the banner of Third Ear Productions, presents some of their newest work at the ZACC! Join us on Saturday, March 11 at 7:30 pm for staged readings of ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’ by Ean Miles Kessler, a playwright, theater educator, storyteller, and horse trainer who recently relocated to Montana, and ‘Zeus, Interrupted’ by Joan Carol Melcher, an author, award-winning magazine editor, and playwright.

The Generations of Sarah Blackwood – by Ean Miles Kessler
Four women, four generations. ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’ charts the matrilineal line of one small-town family, spanning from the Civil War to modern day.

Zeus, Interrupted – by Joan Carol Melcher
Patriarchy hangs in the balance as Mother Earth, aka Gaia, takes on the god of gods and western civilization.

For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.

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Saturday, March 11
9:00 pm – Midnight
Salsa 406!
The Dark Horse Bar
1805 Regent Street, Missoula, Montana

FREE

Salsa 406! is Missoula’s newest Latin dance event. Join us every second Saturday of the month at The Dark Horse Bar in Missoula for the latest in Latin music, live percussion, and dance. Free Salsa Lessons starting at 9:00 pm, followed by music and dancing until 2:00 am.
See you on the dance floor! Salsa 406! includes Jennifer Corbin and DJ Arturo.

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Saturday, March 11
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Solid Sound Karaoke
Westside Lanes
1615 Wyoming St, Missoula, Montana

Sign up to sing your favorite songs from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am every Friday and Saturday night with Solid Sound Karaoke in the Bowl Dog Lounge at Westside Lanes in Missoula.

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Saturday, March 11
9:00 pm – Midnight
Lindzy Neilson
Perfect Shot Tavern
218 Main St, Polson, Montana

Lindzy Neilson is an Americana singer/songwriter currently living in Anaconda, MT. Born with a traveling soul in Clear Lake, CA, her love for music started early listening to her dad play guitar. When she was 12 years old she moved to Montana, spending most of her time on her grandparents’ cattle ranch where her love of storytelling grew. Soon after graduating from Big Sky High School in Missoula, her dreams of horses led her to college in Powell, Wyoming and later to a cutting horse ranch in Colorado. While in Colorado she joined the US Army. After a deployment to Iraq and her enlistment was up, she found herself back at a horse stable in Colorado. A few months later she headed to Texas where she trained Border Patrol horses. When the contract was up, she was able to find work at a local live music venue where the passion of live music was built. Few more odd jobs and she was back in Montana. Not long after arriving health issues forced major life changes and music became more of an every day occurrence. During this down time she learned to play guitar. Now she uses music to share stories of her travels and life experiences. Her live acoustic shows are a blend of 70’s to current pop and country covers as well as some original music.

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Saturday, March 11
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Zootown Karaoke Saturday Nights
KT’s Hayloft Saloon
11885 US Highway 93 S, Lolo, Montana

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SUNDAY, March 12

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Sunday, March 12
Doors 8:15 am // Competition 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Griz Treasure State Cheer Classic
UM Adams Center
32 Campus Drive, Missoula, Montana

The 2023 Treasure State Cheer Competition is an all-star cheerleading competition hosted by the University of Montana Spirit Squad. The event brings in over dozens of athletes from Missoula, the state of Montana and Idaho – all competing for top honors. Come join in the fun of watching the most spectacular competition in Missoula!

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Sunday, March 12
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ninepipes Spring Bazaar
Allentown Restaurant
69286 Hwy 93, Charlo, Montana

Allentown Restaurant has a great lineup of vendors for a fun day of shopping. Get all of your Easter decorating and gift needs out of the way and have a great lunch with your friends while you are here!

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Sunday, March 12
11:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sunday Funday Board Games
Cranky Sam Public House
235 W Main St, Missoula, Montana

FREE

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!

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Sunday, March 12
12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
St. Patrick’s Day Farm Market
Turner Farms
3515 S 3rd St West, Missoula, Montana

A group of local vendors will be there plus we’ll be joined by new baby lambs!
Celebrate the wearing o’ the green, and signs of spring at Turner Farms.

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Sunday, March 12
2:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Spring Spectacular 2023
Glacier Ice Rink
1101 South Ave W, Missoula, Montana

Join us as we welcome the change of seasons with our Spring Skating Spectacular! Learn to Skate students will show off their new moves while club skaters will dazzle with new routines.

Tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for kids (under 12), $20 for a family of four

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Sunday, February 12
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Daniel Adam Maltz Fortepiano Concert
Daly Mansion
251 Eastside Hwy, Hamilton, Montana

Make plans for Sunday March 12th at 3:00 pm for a very unique concert in the Living Room of the Daly Mansion. Enjoy Haydn and Mozart’s piano works performed as they intended them to be heard — in a private home on a period instrument.

During the Classical era in Vienna, composers expected their keyboard music to entertain relatively small audiences in more intimate settings than today’s large concert halls. And, the era’s pianos (known as “fortepianos”) are very different from modern Steinways.

The Daly Mansion in Hamilton is offering you this unique chance to experience the Classical era, so get your tickets now!

Fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz is based in Vienna and studied Historical Performance at the Royal Academy of Music in London and at Vienna’s University for Music and Performing Arts. He performs on historic Viennese fortepianos, utilizing the vast range of tones, colors, and techniques familiar to Classical-era composers.
Follow these video links to learn more about the artist, the instrument, and this one of a kind classical concert experience coming to the Bitterroot Valley next month!

Concert Program Explainer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FNbAb3u_eE

What is a Fortepiano:
https://youtu.be/15R9KSLZvz0

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Sunday, March 12
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Strummingbird Vegabond
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, Montana

FREE SHOW

Strummingbird Vegabond is a collaborative, music making group based on the songs of Rebecca Kelley, singer/songwriter on acoustic guitar. Becca sings and plays acoustic guitar, currently and hopefully long term with two musicians whose lifetimes spent honing their skills always humbles and amazes her: Lawrence Duncan on winds and Antonio Al on drums. Becca places her work loosely in the genre of folk rock. A set includes a line-up of originals and old school covers, loosely in the genre of folk rock, rad solos included!

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Sunday, March 12
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Irish Music Session
Cranky Sam Public House
235 W. Main Street, Missoula, Montana

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Sunday, March 12
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
OPEN MIC with Colton C
Bias Brewing
412 S Main St, Kalispell, Montana

Open Mic is BACK from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm every Sunday in Bias Brewing’s new location!
Sign up in person, or text Colton C. at 406-407-0732 for a 10-15 minute time slot. Microphones thoroughly sanitized between performers. A public nylon string guitar is here if you don’t have an instrument. Performers 21 and older get a free pint!

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Sunday, March 12
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Todd Cowart
Sacred Waters Brewing
3250 U.S. Highway 2 East, Kalispell, Montana

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Sunday, March 12
Doors 7:00 pm // Show 7:30 pm
New Old Future – ‘Birds’ Album Release Party! w/ Selling for Free & ESP
Zootown Arts Community Center / ZACC
216 W Main St, Missoula, Montana

New Old Future is a four piece garage pop, alt rock, grunge band that has been playing in Missoula for ten years. The members are Logan Heindl on lead guitar, Kyle Campbell on bass, Zach Froehlich on drums, and Bry Froehlich on vox and rhythm guitar. ‘Birds’ is their third studio album. Follow New Old Future @newoldfuture on Instagram or visit newoldfuture.com.

Selling for Free is a two piece independent band based in Missoula. Fronted by guitarist and singer Robert Hylbom, and backed up by Caleb Tutty on drums. The band combines elements of post-punk, folk, and pop, into songs that are carefree and danceable, with witty observational lyrics and cultural commentary.

ESP is an indie-rock band from Missoula, comprised of Erin Szalda-Petree, Noelle Huser, Duncan Szalda-Petree, Christopher Baumann, and Joe Kirk. ESP released their debut album ‘Backyard’ in December 2020. Erin Szalda-Petree’s songs are a collection of personal moments from her life, exploring themes of embarrassment, everyday life, and familial relationships.

For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.

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