Weekend PICKS: Thursday, May 9th thru Sunday, May 12th
Well, that was nice of the fantastic weather to wait til the weekend arrives – let’s get it on! Many of the Summer Farmers Markets are underway; it’s UM Graduation Weekend, Mother’s Day is Sunday, and it is glorious out there. The MUG has compiled the most comprehensive list of events from Thursday thru Sunday in Missoula and around Western Montana, all right here for you to make your own Weekend PICKS!
On Friday, the Cancer Support Community’s 3rd annual Food Truck Festival is happening from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pmat Ogren Park at Allegiance Field – 17 trucks will be there – take your pick and chow down for charity!
Many of Western Montana’s farmers markets are underway for the season. Most of Missoula’s markets and several major ones opened last weekend, and the rest will be opening over the following several weeks. Check out The MUG’s Guide to Summer Western Montana Farmers Markets and you can see ’em all any time on The MUG Events Calendar. We’re here to help!
MCT’s performances of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” wraps up its run this weekend at Missoula’s Center for the Performing Arts.
Logjam has a couple fun events happening. Thursday night is the Red Shoe Piano Palooza, turning The Wilma into a rockin’ Dueling Pianos bar with proceeds going to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Montana. Saturday is a huge UM Graduation Party concert with Missoula favorites Shakewell and Desperate Electric rockin’ The Wilma.
Downtown Hamilton holds their monthly Culture Crawl on Saturday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm with all kinds of art, food and music to be found and featured by the local businesses.
Up in Kalispell, the Micro Wrestling All-Stars are throwing down Friday at the Eagle Lodge. (IYKYK!). On Saturday, the Vietnam Veterans of America have their 4th annual Car Show at the Kalispell Center Mall.
There are around 80 local music shows of one kind or another in the area throughout the weekend – we have options!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of springtime 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.
Take your Mom out and enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages – they need your business! Try a new local brew! Support our local artists and vendors at the area farmers markets. Take the family for a brisk hike. Get out on the mountain bike. Catch a classic movie screening or a stand-up comedy night. Stretch that big brain at one of the local trivia nights. Sing your favorite karaoke song, or catch a live music show. Enjoy safely and responsibly.
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to 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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THURSDAY, May 9
Montana Conversations with Chris La Tray at Missoula Art Museum
Missoula Art Museum 335 N. Pattee Street, MissoulaMontana Conversations with Métis Storyteller and Poet Laureate Chris La Tray 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday, May 9 at the Missoula Art Museum in Downtown Missoula
Mother’s Day Makers Market at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaMother's Day Makers Market at Draught Works in Missoula Thursday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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
Bingo Game Night at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, AnacondaBingo Game Night at The Revolver in Anaconda Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
TNR / Thursday Night Missoula MTB Ride – Marshall Mountain Park
Marshall Mountain Park 5250 Marshall Canyon Road, MissoulaMeet up with TNR at 6:00 pm for the Missoula Thursday Night MTB Ride at Marshall Mountain Park
KC/DC Karaoke and Taco Thursday at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill
Hungry Bear Bar and Grill 6287 MT Hwy 83, CondonKC/DC Karaoke and Taco Thursday at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill in Condon from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Tom Catmull live at Elote
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaTom Catmull live at Elote in Missoula Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Live Music with Dan Dubuque in the Red Room
Red Room Lounge 147 Central Ave, WhitefishLive Music with Dan Dubuque in the Red Room in Whitefish Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Way Down North at Gunsight Saloon
Gunsight Saloon 624 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia FallsWay Down North at Gunsight Saloon in Columbia Falls Thursday at 7:00 pm
Trivia Night Thursdays at Iron Griz
Iron Griz: American Bistro 515 South Avenue E., MissoulaBring your brainy-est friends to sign up for Trivia Night Thursdays at 7:00 pm at the Iron Griz: American Bistro in Missoula
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
Red Shoe Piano Palooza at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes the Red Shoe Piano Palooza fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Montana to The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:00 pm Thursday, May 9
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
The Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaThe Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm & Sunday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday Night Trivia at the Union Club
Union Club Bar & Grill 208 E. Main Street, MissoulaEvery 2nd Thursday Night Trivia at the Union Club in Missoula beginning at 8:30 pm
Friday, May 10
Polson Farmers Market Cooperative
Downtown Polson (in front of Cove Deli) 11 3rd Avenue West, PolsonStop 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 from May 3 thru October 11
The Biggest Little Show on Earth – Micro Wrestling All Stars at Kalispell Eagles Lodge
Kalispell Eagles 234 37 1st Street West, KalispellGet ready for an unforgettable night of jaw-dropping action at The Biggest Little Show on Earth: Micro Wrestling All-Stars Showdown 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Friday, May 10 at Kalispell Eagles Lodge
Cancer Support Community’s 3rd Annual Food Truck Festival at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field
Ogren Park at Allegiance Field 700 Cregg Lane, MissoulaTake your pick from all Missoula's favorite Zoo trucks at the Cancer Support Community's 3rd Annual Food Truck Festival 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday on the diamond at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field
Way Down North at Cabinet Mountain Brewing
Cabinet Mountain Brewing Co. 206 Mineral Avenue, LibbyWay Down North plays live from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday at Cabinet Mountain Brewing in Libby
Rylee Mix live at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonRylee Mix live at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Pesky Varmints at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaThe Pesky Varmints at Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery in Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
MTB Missoula Pajama Party Group Ride at Rattlesnake Canyon
Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead Rattlesnake Trail at Sawmill Gulch Road, MissoulaPajama Party Group Ride with MTB Missoula Friday from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, meet at Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead
Tommy Edwards solo at The Raven
The Raven 25999 Montana Hwy 35, BigforkTommy Edwards solo at The Raven in Bigfork Friday at 7:00 pm
Night Blooming Jasmine at The Old Post
The Old Post Pub 103 W. Spruce Street, MissoulaNight Blooming Jasmine heats up The Old Post with jazz from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday
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!
(Latent), Senterline, and Fuuls at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, Missoula(Latent), Senterline, and Fuuls at The Badlander in Missoula Friday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloKaraoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
The Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaThe Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm & Sunday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Ordinary Days – a musical by Adam Gwon at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaCatch a 7:30 pm performance on the last weekend of Ordinary Days, a musical by Adam Gwon at Missoula's Westside Theater
Live music with Red Merle and the Shepherds at Cowboy Troy’s
Cowboy Troy's 2359 US Hwy 93, VictorLive music with Red Merle and the Shepherds at Cowboy Troy's in Victor Friday at 8:00 pm
Justin Harris at Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaJustin Harris at Cranky Sam Public House in Missoula Friday at 8:00 pm
Shakewell x Desperate Electric at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaShakewell x Desperate Electric at The Wilma in Missoula Friday at 7:00 pm
Western Union Band at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceGet the memo for a big night of country swing when the Western Union Band plays Friday night at The Rustic Hut in Florence
Jaden Decker at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonMontana's own Jaden Decker live on stage at 9:00 pm Friday at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson
Maria Zepeda + Gabrielle Tusberg + Seth Anderson at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaMaria Zepeda + Gabrielle Tusberg + Seth Anderson at Monk's Bar in Missoula Friday from 8:00 pm to Midnight
Karaoke Fridays at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaKaraoke team assemble! Every Friday at 9:00 pm at Evaro Bar and Casino
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
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, May 11
Missoula Farmers’ Market
XXXXs on Higgins 531 N. Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe original Missoula Farmers' Market for over 50 years at BN Plaza at the XXXX’s at the end of Higgins in Downtown Missoula on Saturdays May 4 thru October 26 (8:00 am to 12:30 pm) and Tuesdays June 4 thru September 24 (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm)
Clark Fork River Market
Riverside Parking Lot (original market location) 225 Pattee Street, MissoulaThe Clark Fork River Market returns to its original location for 2024 in the Riverside Parking Lot EAST of Caras Park / Bear Tracks Bridge in Downtown Missoula, open 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays from May 4 thru September 28, and 9:00 am to 1:00 pm October 5 thru October 26
Hamilton Farmers Market Cooperative
Bedford Building / Hamilton City Hall 2nd & Bedford, HamiltonThe Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op runs 9:00 am to 12:30 pm each Saturday from May 4 thru October 26 in Downtown Hamilton
Kalispell Farmers Market
Flathead Valley Community College 777 Grandville Drive, KalispellVisit the Kalispell Farmers Market at Flathead Valley Community College every Saturday from May 4 through October 12, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Higgins Lot Alternative Market
Higgins Lot Downtown Missoula 420 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaHiggins Lot Alternative Market happens every Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Missoula from May 4 thru October 26
Missoula People’s Market
Missoula People's Market East Pine Street & North Higgins Avenue, MissoulaThe Missoula People’s Market featuring local art & handcrafted goods – open 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturdays from May 4 thru September 28 at the corner of Pine & Higgins in Downtown Missoula, Montana
Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market
Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market 301 Main Street, StevensvilleThe Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market runs 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturdays on Stevi's Main Street from May 4 thru October 5
Paper Flowers at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonPaper Flowers at Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton Saturday from 10:00 am to Noon
Vietnam Veterans of America present 4th annual Car Show at Kalispell Center Mall
Kalispell Center Mall 20 N. Main Street, KalispellThe NW Montana Vietnam Veterans Association presents their 4th annual Car Show at Kalispell Center Mall from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 11; live music by My True Freedom
Mother’s Day Market at Hot Springs Town Park
Hot Springs Town Park 117 Spring Street South, Hot SpringsFind the perfect locally-made thoughtful gift for Mom at the Hot Springs Farmers Market / Mother's Day Market 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hot Springs Town Park
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Hellgate Roller Derby Double-Header at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaRoller Derby Double-Header with the Jr. Hellions Roller Derby Mixer at 3:30 pm, and then Missoula Hellgate Roller Derby vs. Flathead Valley (Big Mountain Misfits) at 6:00 pm Saturday, May 11 at the Missoula Fairgrounds
CRANKDAT at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaCRANKDAT with special guest Ruvlo at The Badlander in Missoula Saturday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Save the American West Concert with Darby Rodeo Association
Darby Rodeo Arena 200 Rodeo Road, DarbySave the American West Concert by Darby Rodeo Association Saturday at 6:00 pm
John Floridis solo at Ten Spoon Winery
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Drive, MissoulaSavor the wine that much sweeter when John Floridis plays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday at Ten Spoon Winery in Missoula
Spruce Alley Sally at Blacksmith Brewing Company
Blacksmith Brewing Co. 114 Main Street, StevensvilleSpruce Alley Sally at Blacksmith Brewing Company in Stevensville Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Luke Moses and The Blues Disciples at Waters Edge Winery
Waters Edge Winery 2593 Hwy 2 East, KalispellLuke Moses and The Blues Disciples play live 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Saturday at Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell
Jaden Decker Trio at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloIt'll be a big night of live music at The Jack Saloon in Lolo with the Jaden Decker Trio live Saturday from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Complimentary Dance Lessons at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill
Hungry Bear Bar and Grill 6287 MT Hwy 83, CondonComplimentary Dance Lessons at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill in Condon Saturday at 7:00 pm
Raised by Wolves at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaRaised by Wolves at Draught Works in Missoula Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaThe Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm & Sunday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Ordinary Days – a musical by Adam Gwon at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaCatch a 7:30 pm performance on the last weekend of Ordinary Days, a musical by Adam Gwon at Missoula's Westside Theater
Dueling Pianos with Josh Farmer and Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop
Stave & Hoop 223 N. Higgins - Alley Entrance, MissoulaDueling Pianos with Josh Farmer and Kyle Curtis at Stave & Hoop in Missoula Saturday from 8:00 pm to Midnight
Karaoke at Alcan Bar
Alcan Bar 16780 Beckwith Street, FrenchtownKaraoke at Alcan Bar in Frenchtown Saturday at 8:30 pm
Love Is A Dog at The Rustic Hut
The Rustic Hut 5415 US Hwy 93 South, FlorenceTravis Yost brings his Love Is A Dog band to The Rustic Hut in Florence for a night country and classic rock Saturday from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Michael Boucher at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonMichael Boucher at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson Saturday from 9:00 pm to Midnight
Salsa 406! Latin Night at the Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaLearn & enjoy the art of Caliente' Salsa Dancing with Salsa 406! Latin Night starting at 9:00 pm the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Dark Horse Bar in Missoula
Corb Lund with Branson Anderson at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishCorb Lund with Branson Anderson at Great Northern Bar in Whitefish Saturday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
SUNDAY, May 12
The Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaThe Dog Confessor, A New Play by Joan Carol Melcher at the ZACC, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm & Sunday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Bill Harley – Songs & Stories for Everybody at Wachholz College Center
Wachholz College Center at FVCC 795 Grandview Drive, KalispellTreat your moms to a fun-filled show for Mothers Day with Bill Harley - Songs & Stories for Everybody at 4:00 pm Sunday, May 12 at Wachholz College Center on the FVCC campus in Kalispell
Tom Catmull at Draught Works Brewery
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaTom Catmull at Draught Works Brewery in Missoula Sunday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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 from starting at 5:00 pm every Sunday
Bluegrass Jam hosted by Ten Cent Mule at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaTen Cent Mule hosts the monthly Bluegrass Jam on the second Sunday each month from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula
Karaoke hosted by Ash at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaSunday Karaoke hosted by Ash 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula
MCT’s performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Missoula Center for the Performing Arts
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaMissoula Community Theatre's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with performances from April 26 thru May 12 at MCT Center for the Performing Arts
Dolce Canto performance of “Refuge” at Saint Anthony Catholic Parish
St. Anthony Catholic Church 217 Tremont Street, MissoulaDolce Canto's performance of "Refuge" at 7:00 pm Sunday, May 12 at Saint Anthony Catholic Parish in Missoula
Ordinary Days – a musical by Adam Gwon at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaCatch a 7:30 pm performance on the last weekend of Ordinary Days, a musical by Adam Gwon at Missoula's Westside Theater
Salsa 406! Latin Night at the Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaLearn & enjoy the art of Caliente' Salsa Dancing with Salsa 406! Latin Night starting at 9:00 pm the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Dark Horse Bar in Missoula
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!