Weekend PICKS: Thursday, November 7th thru Sunday, November 10th
Tami Hubbard
Posted On November 7, 2024
Who else feels like we’re easin’ into the winter season? 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!
Cruise on over to Frenchtown for a night out with The Pesky Varmints at Old Bull Brewing from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Meet up at 6:00 pm with the TNR crew for this week’s Thursday Night MTB Ride from the Crazy Canyon Trailhead off Pattee Canyon Road.
Chill out to Live Jazz with Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo at 6:00 pm Thursday at The Old Post in Downtown Missoula.
Catch the Bear Creek Boys live in the tap room 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton.
Settle in & shake those bingo wings! for a BIG Night of Bingo, fundraiser for Big Brothers and Big Sisters at Missoula Fairgrounds Thursday at 7:00 pm.
Groove out to old-school Rock, Soul, Funk and more, spun by Ear Candy Music on Vinyl Night at Missoula’s Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Logjam Presents welcomes the 11th Annual Mountain Running Film Festival , hosted by the Montana Trail Crew for a screening at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:00 pm Thursday.
Montana Voices featuring the Flathead Valley’s trifecta of Tommy Edwards, Joe Martinez and Benny Weag perform live at the Silver Bullet Bar & Casino in Columbia Falls Thursday from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Grab that mic and rock on with your bad self with Karaoke hosted by DJ Nite Wolf at Missoula’s Dark Horse Bar Thursday from 9:00 pm til closing time.
Ski Lookout Pass scores the first-opening day honors for the 2024-25 winter season off I-90 at the MT/ID border with lifts running 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Friday, thru 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday & Sunday.
The Market Beautiful – Christmas Edition! returns to the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell with early shopping 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, and open Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Missoula Freestyle Team’s 1st Annual FUNdraiser and 80’s Dance Party at Free Cycles starts Friday at 6:00 pm.
The Timber Rattlers perform a live fundraiser show at the Rocky Mountain Grange #116 in Hamilton Friday at 6:00 pm.
The annual Hard Hats & Heels Charity Auction by the Bitterroot Building Industry Association to benefit S.A.F.E (Supporters of Abuse Free Environments) will be at the Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center in Hamilton Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Cowboy Troy’s welcomes Nashville 406 to Victor Friday at 7:00 pm.
Friday is Karaoke Night hosted by Pro DJ Entertainment from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am, up at the Evaro Bar & Casino.
Logjam Presents welcomes Maddy O’Neal for a live performance with Megan Hamilton and Suka at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:15 pm Friday.
Bring a friend & join the Draught Works 5K Fun Run at 9:00 am Saturday morning.
Shop the best vintage and hand-made vendors in the area at the Prairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market at Missoula County Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Missoula’s favorite musical duo, Mike and Angela of Wolf & The Moons play live on the murphy stage at Draught Works Brewery Saturday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Charla Bauman performs Saturday at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
The Historic Philipsburg Theatre hosts the 11th annual Montana Fishing Film Festival at 7:00 pm Saturday.
The Blue Collar Band puts in a hard night’s work from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo.
Award-winning Duende Libre Trio featuring Naomi Moon Siegel performs jazz influenced by ancestral musical traditions from Cuba, Brazil, and West Africa live at Missoula’s Westside Theater Saturday at 7:30 pm.
Logjam Presents welcomes The Last Revel, with Griffin William Sherry opening for a live performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 9:00 pm Saturday.
Andrew Sweeney entertains the Missions at 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan Saturday from 9:00 pm to Midnight.
UM Griz Football returns to Washington-Grizzly Stadium to face off vs. UC Davis in a Top-10 battle under the lights Saturday, with kickoff at 8:15 pm.
~406~ is keepin’ it country Saturday at Missoula’s Sunrise Saloon starting at 9:30 pm.
Join hosts Paul and Stu for Dram Tuff Trivia at 6:00 pm Sunday (weekly) at Missoula’s Dram Shop Central.
Jazz up your Sunday night at Missoula’s Draught Works with the Sunday Night Fall Jazz Series 6:00 pm to 8:00 weekly – this week featuring Naomi Moon Siegel.
Experience a Candlelight Concert featuring a strings tribute to the music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Missoula Children’s Theatre at 6:30 pm Sunday.
At 9:00 pm Sunday, Candlelight Concerts features another strings tribute, this time to the music of Taylor Swift, at Missoula Children’s Theatre.
Meet your friends for Sunday Night Karaoke from 9:00 pm to Midnight at the Thomas Meagher Bar in Downtown Missoula.
Close 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.
There are numerous 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 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.
“A person should have wings to carry them where their dreams go, but sometimes a pair of skis makes a good substitute.”
– Hans Gmoser, mountaineer
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THURSDAY, November 7
A Night Out with The Pesky Varmints at Old Bull Brewing
Old Bull Brewing 16862 Beckwith Street, FrenchtownA Night Out with The Pesky Varmints at Old Bull Brewing in Frenchtown Thursday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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
Bear Creek Boys at Bitter Root Brewing
Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus Street, HamiltonCatch the Bear Creek Boys live in the tap room 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, November 7 at Bitter Root Brewing in Hamilton
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
TNR / Thursday Night MTB Ride Missoula – Crazy Canyon Night Ride
Crazy Canyon Trailhead Parking Area Pattee Canyon Road, MissoulaMeet up at 6:00 pm with the TNR crew for this week's Thursday Night MTB Ride from the Crazy Canyon Trailhead off Pattee Canyon Road
A BIG Night of Bingo for Big Brothers and Big Sisters at Missoula Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaA BIG Night of Bingo for Big Brothers and Big Sisters at Missoula Fairgrounds Thursday at 7:00 pm
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
Vinyl Night at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaGroove out to old-school Rock, Soul, Funk and more spun by Ear Candy Music on Vinyl Night at Missoula's Draught Works 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on the 1st Thursday each month
11th Annual Mountain Running Film Festival at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes the 11th Annual Mountain Running Film Festival for a screening at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:00 pm Thursday, November 7
11th Annual Mountain Running Film Festival at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes the 11th Annual Mountain Running Film Festival for a film screening hosted by the Montana Trail Crew at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula at 7:00 pm on Thursday, November 7
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
Montana Voices at Silver Bullet
The Silver Bullet Bar & Casino 1700 Montana Hwy 206, Columbia FallsMontana Voices featuring Tommy Edwards, Joe Martinez and Benny Weag at Silver Bullet in Columbia Falls Thursday from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Dark Nation Tour 2024 at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaDark Nation Tour 2024 with 2 Shadows at Monk's Bar in Missoula Thursday at 7:00 pm
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 8
Opening Weekend for Winter at Ski Lookout Pass
Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area Interstate 90, Exit 0, MullanSki Lookout Pass scores the first-opening day honors for the 2024-25 winter season off I-90 at the MT/ID border with lifts running Friday thru Sunday
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 Market Beautiful – Christmas 2024! at Flathead County Fairgrounds
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellThe Market Beautiful - Christmas Edition! returns to the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell with early shopping 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday and open Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Timber Rattlers live at Rocky Mountain Grange #116
Rocky Mountain Grange #116 1436 S. 1st Street, HamiltonThe Timber Rattlers live at Rocky Mountain Grange #116 in Hamilton Friday at 6:00 pm
Hard Hats & Heels Charity Auction at Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center
Bitterroot River Inn & Conference Center 139 Bitterroot Plaza Drive, HamiltonHard Hats & Heels Charity Auction at Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center in Hamilton Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Missoula Freestyle Team’s 1st Annual FUNdraiser and 80’s Dance Party at Free Cycles
Free Cycles 732 S. 1st Street W., MissoulaMissoula Freestyle Team's 1st Annual FUNdraiser and 80's Dance Party at Free Cycles
Cowboy Troy’s welcomes Nashville 406
Cowboy Troy's 2359 US Hwy 93, VictorCowboy Troy's welcomes Nashville 406 to Victor Friday at 7:00 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
Comedy Night at the Silver Bullet
The Silver Bullet Bar & Casino 1700 Montana Hwy 206, Columbia FallsComedy Night at the Silver Bullet with Nick Kynett in Columbia Falls Friday night at 8:00 pm
Karaoke Night at The Pig with Rhea
The Pigasus Bar 92637 Hwy 93, ArleeKaraoke Night at The Pigasus Bar with Rhea in Arlee Friday from 8:00 pm to Midnight
Terror Pigeon / Swirlhood / Sarah Frazier: a camp daze daisy chain gig at Ole Beck VFW Post 209
Ole Beck VFW Post 209 245 W. Main Street, MissoulaTerror Pigeon / Swirlhood / Sarah Frazier: a camp daze daisy chain gig at Ole Beck VFW Post 209 in Missoula Friday at 9:00 pm
Joe Martinez live at Perfect Shot Tavern
Perfect Shot Tavern 218 Main Street, PolsonJoe Martinez live at Perfect Shot Tavern in Polson Friday 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
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
Maddy O’Neal with Megan Hamilton and Suka at The Top Hat
Top Hat 134 W. Front Street, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes Maddy O’Neal for a live performance with Megan Hamilton and Suka at the Top Hat in Downtown Missoula at 10:15 pm on Friday November 8
SATURDAY, November 9
Montana Brewery Running Series – Draught Works 5k Fun Run
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaBring a friend & join the Draught Works 5K Fun Run at 9:00 am Saturday, November 9
Opening Weekend for Winter at Ski Lookout Pass
Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area Interstate 90, Exit 0, MullanSki Lookout Pass scores the first-opening day honors for the 2024-25 winter season off I-90 at the MT/ID border with lifts running Friday thru Sunday
Animal Tracks at Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum 205 Bedford Street, HamiltonAnimal Tracks at Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton Saturday from 10:00 am to Noon
Prairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market at Missoula County Fairgrounds
Missoula Fairgrounds 1101 South Avenue West, MissoulaPrairie Sisters Vintage Christmas Market at Missoula County Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Market Beautiful – Christmas 2024! at Flathead County Fairgrounds
Flathead County Fairgrounds 265 N. Meridian Road, KalispellThe Market Beautiful - Christmas Edition! returns to the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell with early shopping 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday and open Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tommy Edwards at Andy’s Crafthouse
Andy's Crafthouse 8030 MT Hwy 35, BigforkTommy Edwards at Andy's Crafthouse in Bigfork Saturday at 7:00 pm
Wolf & The Moons at Draught Works
Draught Works 915 Toole Avenue, MissoulaWolf & The Moons on the Murphy stage at Draught Works Brewery in Missoula Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Charla Bauman live at Imagine Nation Brewing
Imagine Nation Brewing 1151 W. Broadway Street, MissoulaCharla Bauman live at Imagine Nation Brewing in Missoula Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
11th Annual Montana Fishing Film Festival at the Historic Philipsburg Theatre
Philipsburg Theater 140 S. Sansome Street, PhilipsburgThe Historic Philipsburg Theatre hosts the 11th annual Montana Fishing Film Festival at 7:00 pm Saturday, November 9
Blue Collar Band at The Jack Saloon
The Jack Saloon 7000 Graves Creek Road, LoloThe Blue Collar Band puts in a hard night's work from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Saturday at The Jack Saloon up Graves Creek Road in Lolo
Duende Libre Trio featuring Naomi Moon Siegel at Westside Theater
Westside Theater 1200 Shakespeare Street, MissoulaDuende Libre Trio featuring Naomi Moon Siegel at Westside Theater in Missoula Saturday at 6:00 pm
Social Hour Comedy at Flathead Lake Brewing Co
Flathead Lake Brewing Co. 116 Holt Drive, BigforkSocial Hour Comedy with Simon Kaufman at Flathead Lake Brewing Co. in Bigfork Saturday at 7:30 pm
The Last Revel with Griffin William Sherry at The Wilma
The Wilma Theater 131 Higgins Avenue, MissoulaLogjam Presents welcomes The Last Revel with Griffin William Sherry for a live performance at The Wilma in Downtown Missoula on Saturday November 9
Andrew Sweeney at 2nd Chance Saloon
2nd Chance Saloon 125 Main St SW, RonanAndrew Sweeney entertains the Missions at 2nd Chance Saloon in Ronan Saturday from 9:00 pm to Midnight
UM Griz Football vs UC Davis at Washington-Grizzly Stadium
Washington-Grizzly Stadium 32 Campus Drive, MissoulaUM Griz Football returns to Washington-Grizzly Stadium to face off with UC Davis in a Top-10 battle under the lights Saturday, with kickoff at 8:15 pm
Embex live at Monk’s Bar
Monk's Bar 221 Ryman Street, MissoulaEmbex live 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
~406~ Live at the Sunrise Saloon
Sunrise Saloon and Casino 1101 Strand Avenue, Missoula~406~ at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula Saturday at 9:30 pm
Pedacter Project at Great Northern Bar
Great Northern Bar & Grill 27 Central Avenue, WhitefishPedacter Project at Great Northern Bar in Whitefish Saturday from 9:30 pm to 1:30 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 10
Opening Weekend for Winter at Ski Lookout Pass
Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area Interstate 90, Exit 0, MullanSki Lookout Pass scores the first-opening day honors for the 2024-25 winter season off I-90 at the MT/ID border with lifts running Friday thru Sunday
Sunday Afternoon Bingo at The Sitting Duck
The Sitting Duck 15265 Montana Highway 35, BigforkSunday afternoon Bingo at The Sitting Duck on Woods Bay in Bigfork
Fuzzy B Music at Smelter City Brewing
Smelter City Brewing 101 Main Street, AnacondaFuzzy B Music at Smelter City Brewing in Anaconda Sunday at 5:00 pm
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
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
Candlelight Concert: a Tribute to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on Strings at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaExperience a Candlelight Concert featuring a strings tribute to the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Missoula Children’s Theatre at 6:30 pm Sunday November 10 and Tuesday December 17
Candlelight Concert: a Tribute to Taylor Swift on Strings at Missoula Children’s Theatre
Missoula Children's Theatre 200 N. Adams, MissoulaExperience a Candlelight Concert featuring the music of Taylor Swift on Strings at Missoula Children’s Theatre at 9:00 pm Sunday, November 10
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!
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