Weekend PICKS: Thursday, November 14th thru Sunday, November 17th
For the middle of November – there is a ton of cool stuff going on! 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!
No matter what direction you wanna get outta town, you can’t go wrong. Lots of November 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. If you’re headed up to Whitefish and Glacier, there are some outstanding pit stops to make along the way.
Get out & enjoy our locally-owned bars & restaurants with Montana grown / made food and beverages – they need your business! Try a new local brew! Support our local artists and vendors at the area seasonal markets. Take the family for a brisk outdoor 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.
Come gather ’round people
Wherever you roam
And admit that the waters
Around you have grown
And accept it that soon
You’ll be drenched to the bone
If your time to you is worth savin’
And you better start swimmin’
Or you’ll sink like a stone
For the times they are a-changin’
– Bob Dylan, “The Times They Are a-Changin'”
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THURSDAY, November 14
Imagine Ireland at Imagine Nation
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaImagine Ireland at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula Thursday from 5:30 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
Trivia Night 21 Questions 21 Weeks at The Revolver
The Revolver 221 E Park Ave, AnacondaTrivia Night - 21 Questions 21 Weeks at The Revolver in Anaconda Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Captain Wilson Conspiracy at Bitter Root Brewing
Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus Street, HamiltonThe Captain Wilson Conspiracy has plans for you to have a jazzy Thursday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula – Blue Mountain Night Ride
Blue Mountain Parking Lot & Trailhead Blue Mountain Road & Forest Hill Lane, MissoulaMeet up with TNR at 6:00 pm at the Blue Mountain Trailhead parking lot for a Thursday Night Mountain Bike Ride
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
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
HOL! at The Badlander: Brulure Tour
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaHOL! at The Badlander: Brulure Tour in Missoula Thursday from 7:00 pm to Midnight
Perfect Blue + Skadget + Pilots We’ve Known + Deathcare Industries at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaPerfect Blue + Skadget + Pilots We've Known + Deathcare Industries at the ZACC in Missoula Thursday at 7:30 am
The Brothers Comatose with AJ Lee & Blue Summit at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes The Brothers Comatose for a live concert performance with AJ Lee and Blue Summit at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 14
Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaGrab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar!
FRIDAY, November 15
Christiane Hinterman live at Glacier Brewing Company
Glacier Brewing 610 10th St E, PolsonChristiane Hinterman live at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Live Music with Angel and Davey at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill
Hungry Bear Bar and Grill 6287 MT Hwy 83, CondonLive Music with Angel and Davey at Hungry Bear Bar and Grill in Condon Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music Talent Jam, Open Mic & Karaoke Friday Nights at Kegler’s Pub in Ravalli Fun Center
Ravalli Fun Center 300 Skeels Avenue, HamiltonKeglers Pub & Casino hosts Music Talent Jam, Open Mic and Karaoke Friday Nights from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the Ravalli Fun Center in Hamilton - come sing your heart out!
Karaoke Night at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloKaraoke Night with Kaleidoscope Entertainment at The Jack Saloon in Lolo every Friday night from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Trivia Friday at Plains American Legion Post 129
American Legion Post 129 450 Railroad Avenue, ParadiseTrivia every other Friday starting at 8:00 pm at American Legion Post 129 in Paradise, Montana
Andrew Sweeney live at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonAndrew Sweeney is back Friday at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson, playing everything from his covers to originals from 9:00 pm to Midnight
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
Karaoke Friday Night at Evaro Bar & Casino
Evaro Bar & Casino 17025 US Hwy 93 North, MissoulaFriday Night is Karaoke Night hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am, up at the Evaro Bar & Casino
Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaGrab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar!
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Niteclub
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsWhiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Niteclub in Columbia Falls Friday and Saturday from 9:15 pm to 1:15 am
The Groove Riders at The Great Northern
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishGet your groove on with The Groove Riders at The Great Northern in Whitefish Friday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Loki Karaoke Fridays at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge
The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge 101 Heritage Lane, PolsonSign up for Loki Karaoke starting at 10:00 pm Friday at The Sportspage Bowl Grill & Lounge in Polson
Armchair Boogie at The Top Hat
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaGroove Solventless & Logjam Presents welcome Armchair Boogie for a FREE live performance at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:15 pm on Friday November 15th.
SATURDAY, November 16
Hellgate Elementary Holiday Craft Fair
Hellgate Elementary School 2385 Flynn Lane, MissoulaMake a date to stop in at the Hellgate Elementary Holiday Craft Fair 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday, November 16 at Missoula's Hellgate Elementary School
Missoula Valley Winter Market at Southgate Mall
Southgate Mall 2901 Brooks Street, MissoulaThe Missoula Valley Winter Market happens from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm every Saturday from November 16 through December 28, and 9:00 am to 2:00 pm January 4 through April 12 inside Southgate Mall near the Scheels entrance
Missoula Map Unveiling & 1st Anniversary Tailgate Celebration at Xplorer Maps
Xplorer Maps 1245 S. 3rd Street W., MissoulaXplorer Maps and Destination Missoula celebrate their release of the Missoula Map, a hand-drawn map that celebrates Missoula’s landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Saturday
4th Annual Bigfork Christmas Village Market at Swan River Community Hall
Swan River Community Hall 115 Swan River Road, BigforkThe Swan River Community Hall hosts the 4th annual Bigfork Christmas Village Market 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, November 16
UM Griz Football vs Portland State at Washington-Grizzly Stadium
Washington-Grizzly Stadium 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaDon't miss this season's final UM Griz Football home game vs Portland State at 1:00 pm Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium
Chad Ball live at Philipsburg Brewing
The Vault / Philipsburg Brewing Company 106 Brewery Road, PhilipsburgChad Ball live at Philipsburg Brewing Saturday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
MSEF Annual Snowball Fundraiser Dinner and Auction at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaMSEF Annual Snowball Fundraiser Dinner and Auction at Missoula County Fairgrounds Saturday from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Timber Rattlers “Dollars for Hollers” Benefit for North Carolina Hurricane Victims at Longstaff House
Longstaff House 601 Longstaff Street, MissoulaMissoula's Longstaff House hosts "Dollars for Hollers", a North Carolina Hurricane Relief Benefit with a silent auction and live music by The Timber Rattlers starting at 6:15 pm Saturday
Jazzoula presents: Guitar Night at Zootown Arts Community Center
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaJazzoula Presents: Guitar Night – a very special evening at 6:30 pm Saturday, November 16 at The ZACC in Downtown Missoula featuring some of Montana’s finest guitarists including Louie Bond, Craig Hall, DR Halsell, David Horgan, Owen Thayer, and The University of Montana Guitar Trio
Pacem: Music of Struggle and Reconciliation with Dolce Canto and String Orchestra of the Rockies at UM School of Music Recital Hall
University of Montana School of Music Recital Hall 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaPacem: Music of Struggle and Reconciliation featuring String Orchestra of the Rockies with Dolce Canto at UM School of Music Recital Hall Saturday from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
James McMurtry live at Hamilton Performing Arts Center at Hamilton High School
Hamilton Performing Arts Center 327 Fairgrounds Road, HamiltonJames McMurtry live at Hamilton Performing Arts Center at Hamilton High School Saturday at 8:00 pm
K’Niption Fit at The Garden Bar
The Garden Bar 451 Electric Avenue, BigforkK'Niption Fit at The Garden Bar in Bigfork Saturday from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Intice with Mummy and Dragged Out at VFW Missoula
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaIntice with Mummy and Dragged Out at VFW Missoula Saturday at 8:30 pm
Benny Weag at The Perfect Shot
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonBenny Weag at The Perfect Shot in Polson Saturday beginning at 9:00 pm
“Forever Young” – Adult Prom at Lolo Hot Springs Resort
Lolo Hot Springs Resort 38500 US Hwy 12, Lolo"Forever Young" Adult Prom at Lolo Hot Springs Resort Saturday November 16 at 9:00 pm
Let Them Cook at Monk’s
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaLet Them Cook featuring chefs Animal Treats & DC CHI3F at Monk's Bar in Missoula Saturday at 9:00 pm
Karaoke at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkKaraoke at 9:00 pm every Friday & Saturday at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake's Woods Bay in Bigfork
Karaoke with DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar
Dark Horse Bar 1805 Regent Street, MissoulaGrab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at The Dark Horse Bar!
Whiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Niteclub
Blue Moon Niteclub 6105 US 2, Columbia FallsWhiskey Rose live at the Blue Moon Niteclub in Columbia Falls Friday and Saturday from 9:15 pm to 1:15 am
Absolutely Saturday Dance Party with DJ Kris Moon at The Badlander
The Badlander 208 Ryman Street, MissoulaGet down at the Absolutely Saturday Dance Party hosted by DJ Kris Moon at 10:00 pm Saturday at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula
SUNDAY, November 17
Speed Puzzling Competition at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaSign up for November's Speed Puzzling Competition at Missoula's Draught Works happening at Noon on Sunday, November 17
Cranky Sam’s Chili Cook-Off
Cranky Sam Public House 233 W. Main Street, MissoulaMissoula's Cranky Sam's invites you to their Chili Cook-Off Sunday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bill Mize CD Release Performance with Ouzel at Longstaff House
Longstaff House 601 Longstaff Street, MissoulaBill Mize performs tunes from his new CD "The Southwind" with accompaniment by the eclectic trio Ouzel at Missoula's Longstaff House on Sunday at 4:00 pm
Dram Tuff Trivia Sunday Nights at Dram Shop Central
Dram Shop Central 2700 Paxson Street, Ste G, MissoulaJoin hosts Paul and Stu for Dram Tuff Trivia at 6:00 pm each Sunday at Missoula's Dram Shop Central
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 6:00 pm every Sunday
Sunday Night Fall Jazz Series at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaJazz up your Sunday nights at Missoula's Draught Works with the Sunday Night Fall Jazz Series 6:00 pm to 8:00 weekly thru November 24
Freeflow Institute’s Eddy Party at Free Cycles
Free Cycles 732 S. 1st Street W., MissoulaLive storytelling at Freeflow Institute’s “Eddy Party” 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunday, November 17 at Missoula's Free Cycles
Dead Eye Presents: WHUT? (Chicago) with Try Again & Pay No at the ZACC
Zootown Arts Community Center 216 W. Main Street, MissoulaDead Eye Presents: WHUT? (Chicago) with Try Again and Pay No at the ZACC in Missoula Sunday at 8:00 pm
Karaoke Sunday Night at Meagher Bar
The Thomas Meagher Bar 130 W. Pine Street, MissoulaJoin your friends for Sunday Night Karaoke from 9:00 pm to Midnight each week at the Thomas Meagher Bar in Downtown Missoula
Sunday Night Karaoke w/ DJ Nite Wolf at The Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, MissoulaClose out your weekend like the star you are on the main stage at The Sunrise Saloon with Sunday Night Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf starting at 9:00 pm
Please confirm event details at the source before you go. Last minute changes are common, especially due to holidays and weather. With each event listing, we try to include a web page or event link with more information you can check for changes.
Do you have a Western Montana event you would like to have included on The MUG? Click HERE to submit your event!