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  • Ales for Trails, Helena

    Helena, MT
    May 16, 2025
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    Helena Ales for Trails strives to contribute to the community of Helena by raising funds for the...

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  • ICARUS - Art Rock Band at the Covellite

    Butte, MT
    May 16, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    ICARUS - Hailing from Bozeman and drawing influence from Black Sabbath, Primus, and Sonic Youth,...

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  • Tap into Ennis - Brew and Spirit Festival

    Ennis, MT
    May 17, 2025
    Phone: 406-682-4388

    Tap into Ennis is a beer, wine, and spirits festival on the banks of the Madison River. Come try...

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  • Virginia City Chamber Dinner & Auction

    Virginia City, MT
    May 17, 2025
    Phone: 1-800-829-2969

    Join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year!Sit at a beautifully decorated table and enjoy a...

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  • “Mount Helena’s Changing Forest” Field Trip

    Helena, MT
    May 17, 2025
    Phone: 406) 273-8223

    For twenty-two (22) years, C. R. Anderson Middle School 7th grade students have been collecting data...

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  • Ashbury - Grateful Dead Tribute at the Covellite

    Butte, MT
    May 17, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Get ready to dance and vibe with 710 Ashbury – Helena’s premier Grateful Dead tribute band! Live...

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  • Montana Songwriter Festival at the Mother Lode Theatre

    Butte, MT
    May 18, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    This is the second event of the 2025 Montana Made Music Series as the Mother Lode Theatre.Kyle Rife...

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  • Old Montana Prison - Historical Dusk Tour May 20th

    Deer Lodge, MT
    May 20, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Explore the grounds and history of the Old Montana Prison like you never have before! This tour...

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  • CDT Blazing Trails and Birthday Beers

    Helena, MT
    May 21, 2025
    Phone: (406) 290-3001

    In April of this year, CDTC welcomed our newest team member and first Montana Regional...

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  • Free Wednesday Movie: HOT FUZZ (2007)

    Butte, MT
    May 21, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Covellite Presents: Free Movie Nights!Now Playing: HOT FUZZ R 2007 ‧ Comedy/Action ‧ 2h 1mDoors: 7...

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  • Butte's Uptown Comedy - Thursdays at the Covellite

    Butte, MT
    May 22, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    No tickets - No cover - Just pure, unfiltered jokes. Every Thursday @8pmReady to laugh till you cry...

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  • Supaman on Helena's Walking Mall

    Helena, MT
    May 22, 2025
    Phone: (406) 290-3001

    Live in Concert: Supaman on Helena's Walking Mall Free and Open to the PublicJoin us on Thursday,...

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  • The Sleeping Beauty - Grand Kyiv Ballet

    Butte, MT
    May 23, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    The Sleeping Beauty is a breathtakingly beautiful ballet that celebrates the power of love,...

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  • The Old Montana Prison Annual Gun Show

    Deer Lodge, MT
    May 23 – 25, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    The Old Montana Prison Gun Show is back! FREE to the publicMay 23th 12:00pm-6:00pm May 24th 9:00am-6...

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  • May Old Montana Prison Ghost Tour

    Deer Lodge, MT
    May 23, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    The doors to the Old Montana Prison Visitor Center will open at 8:00 PM, where your guide will meet...

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  • Sgt Splendor with Kate Vargas and Eric McFadden

    Butte, MT
    May 23, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Dive deep into the grit and soul of blues-rock with Sgt. Splendor — the explosive duo of Eric...

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  • Beaverhead Marathon - Full and Half Marathon

    Dillon, MT
    May 24, 2025
    Phone: (406) 925-0940

    The 8th Annual Beaverhead Marathon is being hosted by Montana Running Company in Dillon, Montana on...

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  • Virginia City Season Kick off Parade and Duck Race

    Virginia City, MT
    May 24, 2025
    Phone: 1-800-829-2969

    Celebrate the opening of Virginia City for the 2025 season!There will be a Horseback Poker Ride...

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  • Lost Canyons with Kyle Hunter and Jacob Rountree

    Butte, MT
    May 24, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Lost Canyons - Bozeman’s indie rock dreamers bring driving guitars, introspective lyrics, and a...

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  • Old Montana Prison - Historical Dusk Tour May 25th

    Deer Lodge, MT
    May 25, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Discover the Old Montana Prison like never before! This exclusive tour kicks off at 7:30 pm, after...

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  • Butte's YOUTH Open Mic - May 2025

    Butte, MT
    May 27, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Calling all young performers, poets, comics, & musicians! This is your mic. Your moment. Your...

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  • Free Wednesday Movie: To Wong Fu (1995)

    Butte, MT
    May 28, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Covellite Presents: Free Movie Nights!Now Playing: TO WONG FU, THANKS FOR EVERYTHING! - Julie...

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  • A Taste of Ireland at the Mother Lode Theatre

    Butte, MT
    May 30, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    After premiering Off-Broadway last season, A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance...

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  • Eel Sallad with Fern Spores at Jesters Bar

    Helena, MT
    May 30 – 31, 2025
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    Eel Sallad can be best categorized as Pacific Northwest Americana Rock - with influences ranging...

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  • Community Day in Deer Lodge

    Deer Lodge, MT
    May 31, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Join us on May 31st to CELEBRATE YOU AND OUR COMMUNITY!! Admission for the day is FREE to all five...

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  • Clint Black: 35th Anniversary of Killin' Time Tour

    Helena, MT
    Jun 1, 2025
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    Don't miss this unforgettable evening with Clint Black as he highlights his hits from his...

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  • Old Montana Prison - Historical Dusk Tour June 3rd

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 3, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Experience the Old Montana Prison like never before! This special tour begins at 7:30 pm, after the...

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  • Old Montana Prison Ghost Tour in June

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 6, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Get your tickets now to explore and investigate the paranormal in one of Montana’s most haunted...

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  • Townsend Area Chamber of Commerce ATV Poker Run

    Townsend, MT
    Jun 7, 2025
    Phone: (406) 266-4101

    The Townsend Area Chamber of Commerce will be having the annual ATV Poker Run. Each year the route...

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  • Naomi Moon Siegel and the Seattle Quintet

    Butte, MT
    Jun 7, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Inland Northwest Tour: Led by award-winning trombonist, improviser, composer, Naomi Moon Siegel,...

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  • Old Montana Prison - Historical Dusk Tour June 10th

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 10, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Experience the Old Montana Prison like never before! This special tour begins at 7:30 pm, after the...

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  • Growling Old Men at the Mother Lode Theatre

    Butte, MT
    Jun 11, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    This is the third event of the Montana Made Music Series for 2025 at the Mother Lode Theatre.Ben...

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  • Irish Festival

    Virginia City, MT
    Jun 13 – 14, 2025
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    Enjoy Irish Days in Virginia City, Montana! The Hibernians will paint a green stripe down the...

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  • Governor's Cup 5K and 10K

    Helena, MT
    Jun 13 – 14, 2025
    Phone: 406-444-8200

    Sometimes all it takes to start a fire is a little spark. That's the thought behind the Governor's...

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  • Jeffrey Foucault with Christy Hays at The Covellite

    Butte, MT
    Jun 13, 2025
    Phone: (406) 333-1658

    Covellite PresentsJeffrey Foucault with support from Christy HaysJeffrey Foucault, American...

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  • Territorial Days

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 14, 2025
    Phone: 406-846-2094

    The 35th Annual Territorial Days Celebration in Deer Lodge will be held on June 14th 2024.Saturday's...

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  • Blues, Brews, and BBQ

    Philipsburg, MT
    Jun 14, 2025
    Phone: (406) 859-3353

    Summer truly arrives in Montana when the annual Blues, Brews, and Barbecue event takes over downtown...

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  • Clancy Days

    Clancy, MT
    Jun 14, 2025
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    Clancy Days is an annual, small-town festival dedicated to celebrating and supporting the people...

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  • Father's Day at Tizer Gardens

    Jefferson City, MT
    Jun 15, 2025
    Phone: 406-933-8789

    This year, celebrate Father's Day at Tizer Botanic Gardens & Arboretum! As tradition has it,...

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  • Wine Class & Tasting - Spanish Cava and Priorat!

    Anaconda, MT
    Jun 17, 2025
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    Vanessa is hot off a visit to Spanish wine country, and excited to share her experience and wine...

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  • Old Salt Festival

    Helmville, MT
    Jun 20 – 22, 2025
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    Presented by the Old Salt Co-op, the 3rd annual Old Salt Festival is a food & music celebration...

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  • June Old Montana Prison Ghost Tour

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 20, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-3111

    Explore and investigate the paranormal in one of Montana’s most haunted locations.The doors to the...

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  • Miss Montana Pageant

    Butte, MT
    Jun 20 – 21, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    Celebrate 75 Years of Sparkle, Style, and Service!Step into a dazzling celebration of history and...

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  • 5k Fun Run at Smelter City Brewing

    Anaconda, MT
    Jun 21, 2025
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    Join us for a 5k fun run / walk through historic and beautiful Anaconda MT!We'll run or walk with...

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  • Augusta American Legion Rodeo

    Augusta, MT
    Jun 27 – 29, 2025
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    The Annual Augusta American Legion Rodeo will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025 in Augusta, Montana....

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  • Canyon Ferry Walleye Festival

    Townsend, MT
    Jun 27 – 28, 2025
    Phone: (406) 266-4101

    The annual Canyon Ferry Walleye Festival will be held on June 27th and June 28th and is one...

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  • Big Sky Draft Horse Expo

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 27 – 29, 2025
    Phone: 406-490-1305

    The Big Sky Draft Horse Expo currently is the only draft horse show held in Montana.Competitions,...

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  • Grant-Kohrs Ranch - Draft Horse Expo Demo

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jun 27, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-2070

    The Draft Horse Expo is a great way to see draft show horses compete. Come witness some of the hard...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky – Public Stargazing Nights in June

    Helena, MT
    Jun 27 – 28, 2025
    Phone: (406) 475-3638

    Spend an evening under the night sky at The Montana Learning Center at Canyon Ferry Lake! The...

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  • Augusta Rodeo Weekend

    Augusta, MT
    Jun 27 – 29, 2025
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    An annual event, Augusta Rodeo Weekend is a time to celebrate the sport of rodeo and small-town...

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  • Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon at the Star Theatre

    Whitehall, MT
    Jun 27 – 29, 2025
    Phone: (406) 498-3807

    Whitehall Theatrics Presents: BROTHERS GRIMM SPECTACULATHON at the Star TheatreThe Brothers Grimm,...

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  • Enchanted Faire at the Star Theatre

    Whitehall, MT
    Jun 28, 2025
    Phone: (406) 498-3807

    Gold Junction Presents and Whitehall's Whimsical Wonders present the third annual Enchanted Faire,...

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  • Ennis Annual 4th of July Parade and Rodeo

    Ennis, MT
    Jul 3 – 4, 2025
    Phone: 406-599-4705

    This Fourth of July, experience the great American West and celebrate our country's heritage in the...

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  • Freedom Festival

    Butte, MT
    Jul 3 – 4, 2025
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    This Fourth of July, head to the historic town of Butte for the Freedom Festival. The festivities...

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  • 4th of July Parade - Boulder

    Boulder, MT
    Jul 4, 2025
    Phone: (406) 225-4015

    Celebrate Independence Day with the community of Boulder, Montana and the annual 4th of July Parade...

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  • 4th of July Fireworks in Virginia City, Montana

    Virginia City, MT
    Jul 4, 2025
    Phone: 800-829-2969

    Enjoy a festive 4th of July in Virginia City, Montana! Visit our shops, dine in our great...

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  • Reckless Kelly Live at Madison Music Festival

    Ennis, MT
    Jul 5, 2025
    Phone: 406-682-4388

    Join us on Saturday, July 5th for a performance by Reckless Kelly.Reckless Kelly is an American...

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  • PRCA Drummond Rodeo

    Drummond, MT
    Jul 6, 2025
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    Rodeo Parade noon, with Rodeo starting at 2:00 pm. Tickets just $12, age 6-12 $6, all proceeds to...

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  • Branding Event - Grant-Kohrs Ranch NHS

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jul 9, 2025
    Phone: 406-846-2070 ext 226

    See the Open Range come to life and see cowboys work cattle on horseback. Branding was critical on...

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  • Montana Folk Festival

    Butte, MT
    Jul 11 – 13, 2025
    Phone: 406-497-6464

    With performances and demonstrations from over 200 musicians, dancers and craftspeople from across...

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  • Annual Goosetown Softball Tournament

    Anaconda, MT
    Jul 11 – 13, 2025
    Phone: (406) 560-1197

    Get your team registered or head out to watch the 51st Annual Goosetown Softball Tournament. Women's...

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  • Vigilante Car Show

    Virginia City, MT
    Jul 12, 2025
    Phone: (406) 843-5700

    Main Street in Virginia City comes to life when the Vigilante Car Show takes place! Car enthusiasts...

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  • Sheridan Days

    Sheridan, MT
    Jul 17 – 20, 2025
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    We have a four day event with three of those days having live music.Thursday Night we close down...

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  • Art in Washoe Park

    Anaconda, MT
    Jul 18 – 20, 2025
    Phone: (406) 563-2422

    Art in Washoe Park is one of the best shows in southwest Montana. Over 80 juried art and craft...

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  • Townsend Rod and Gun Club Walleye Tournament

    Townsend, mt
    Jul 19, 2025
    Phone: (978) 597-6723

    The Townsend Rod and Gun Club Walleye tournament is an annual walleye fishing tournament fund raiser...

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  • Symphony Under the Stars

    Helena, MT
    Jul 19, 2025
    Phone: 406-442-1860

    Mark your calendars and prepare for an evening of local food and drinks, amazing music, and a...

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  • Bannack Days

    Dillon, MT
    Jul 19 – 20, 2025
    Phone: 406-834-3413

    Held the third full weekend in July, Bannack Days is a celebration of pioneer life.For a nominal fee...

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  • Copper K Fiber Festival

    Whitehall, MT
    Jul 19 – 20, 2025
    Phone: (406) 490-3437

    Montana’s Destination Fiber Festival Gearing up for its Ninth year!“Fiber Arts….getting back to its...

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  • Butte 100 Mountain Bike Race

    Butte, MT
    Jul 19, 2025
    Phone: (406) 490-7632

    If you love to mountain bike and are up for a challenge, the weekend in Butte, Montana for the Butte...

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  • Augusta Kids Fishing Derby

    Augusta, MT
    Jul 19, 2025
    Phone: 406-925-0605

    Join the community of Augusta, Montana for their second annual Kids Fishing Derby. This event is...

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  • Annual Broadwater County-Wide Yard Sale

    Townsend, MT
    Jul 19, 2025
    Phone: (406) 422-7028

    The 9th annual Broadwater County-Wide Yard Sale features yard sales throughout Broadwater County....

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  • High Tea in the Garden in July

    Jefferson City, MT
    Jul 20, 2025
    Phone: 406-933-8789

    Join us for an afternoon stroll in the gardens then relax by the creek, sipping on tea &...

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  • Christmas in July in Virginia City

    Virginia City, MT
    Jul 22 – 27, 2025
    Phone: 800-829-2969

    Make it a family tradition to celebrate Christmas in July in Virginia City every summer!Many...

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  • Last Chance Stampede Fair and Rodeo

    Helena, MT
    Jul 23 – 26, 2025
    Phone: 406-457-8516

    Montana towns are often defined by their rodeos. Ask any Montanan what they are looking forward to...

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  • Grant-Kohrs Ranch - Haying with Horses

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jul 23, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-2070

    Take a step back in time and watch as several teams of draft horses, driven by teamsters, are used...

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  • Headwaters Country Jam

    Cardwell, MT
    Jul 24 – 26, 2025
    Phone: 855-821-9212

    Headwaters Country Jam came to life in June 2008. The summer concert set has come back every year...

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  • Whitehall Frontier Days

    Whitehall, MT
    Jul 25 – 26, 2025
    Phone: 406-287-2260

    This annual event includes vendors in Legion Street Park, a Ranch Horse Rodeo, Rod Run, Parade, and...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky – Public Stargazing Nights in July

    Helena, MT
    Jul 25 – 26, 2025
    Phone: (406) 475-3638

    Spend an evening under the night sky at The Montana Learning Center at Canyon Ferry Lake! The...

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  • Cookin' on the Clark Fork BBQ Cook-Off and Brewfest

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jul 26, 2025
    Phone: (406) 506-8280

    It's official Cookin' on the Clark Fork will return July 26th, 2025, with a new addition to the...

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  • Madison Valley Arts Festival

    Ennis, MT
    Jul 26, 2025
    Phone: 612-722-2744

    The Ennis Arts Association will hold its 29th Annual Madison Valley Arts Festival Saturday, July 26....

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  • Virginia City Brewfest

    Virginia City, MT
    Jul 26, 2025
    Phone: (406) 660-1559

    Noon until taps run dry Live Music noon to 10 PM Numerous Breweries, Ciders and Willie's Distillery...

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  • Flint Creek Valley Days Classic Car Show

    Philipsburg, MT
    Jul 27, 2025
    Phone: (406) 544-7424

    This will be the 29th year for the well loved show in Philipsburg. Cars come from all over Montana...

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  • Grant-Kohrs Ranch - Haying with Horses Special Event

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Jul 30, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-2070

    Take a step back in time and watch as several teams of draft horses, driven by teamsters, are used...

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  • Montana Brewers Summer Rendezvous

    Helena, MT
    Aug 2, 2025
    Phone: 406-948-2739

    Join us at Memorial Park as breweries from across Montana return to Helena for this year’s Summer...

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  • Tophouse at the Mother Lode Theatre

    Butte, MT
    Aug 2, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    People always ask us what genre we are—and honestly, we’re not really sure. The best way to find out...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - John Roberts Y Pan Blanco

    Helena, MT
    Aug 6, 2025
    Phone:

    Join us on August 14th at Women's Park for a soulful evening of Afro-Latin music with John Roberts Y...

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  • Broadwater County Fair and Rodeo

    Townsend, MT
    Aug 7 – 10, 2025
    Phone: (406) 439-5615

    Take in the 2025 Broadwater County Fair and Rodeo, Blue Jeans & Country Dreams.The Broadwater...

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  • An Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival

    Butte, MT
    Aug 8 – 10, 2025
    Phone: 406-723-3177

    An Ri Ra is a Montana Irish Festival that promotes Irish culture and is held in Butte, Montana. The...

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  • Smeltermens Day

    Anaconda, MT
    Aug 8 – 10, 2025
    Phone: 406-563-2400

    Anaconda's Smeltermens Day Celebrations include three days of packed fun for all! Highlights include...

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  • Smelter City Scamper

    Anaconda, MT
    Aug 9, 2025
    Phone: (406) 560-2165

    Welcome to Anaconda's Smelter City Scamper.This fun filled day includes a Half Marathon, a 10K and a...

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  • Battle of Big Hole Annual Commemoration

    Wisdom, MT
    Aug 9, 2025
    Phone: (406) 689-3155

    Every August, Nez Perce people and others gather at Big Hole NB to remember and honor those who lost...

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  • Grant-Kohrs Ranch - Haying with Horses Demonstration

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Aug 13, 2025
    Phone: (406) 846-2070

    Take a step back in time and watch as several teams of draft horses, driven by teamsters, are used...

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  • Lost Hawk Rendezvous

    Whitehall, MT
    Aug 14 – 17, 2025
    Phone: (406) 266-1276

    Experience the 200th year anniversary of the mountain man. Enjoy touring exquisite vendors in...

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  • Rappin the Rivers Music Festival

    Cardwell, MT
    Aug 15 – 16, 2025
    Phone: 406-595-2055

    Montana’s ultimate music and camping festival! We’re hyped to throw down with you this August in the...

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  • York 38 Special Bike Rides

    Helena, MT
    Aug 16, 2025
    Phone:

    Thirty-eight miles along spectacular scenery, through the Big Belt Mountains. You'll enjoy...

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  • Virginia City Gold Rush 5K

    Virginia City, MT
    Aug 16, 2025
    Phone: 406-570-0254

    A 5k or 1.2k running/walking tour of Historic Virginia City!Start in Discovery-Ellingsen Park, and...

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  • Virginia City Grand Victorian Ball

    Virginia City, MT
    Aug 16, 2025
    Phone: 1-800-829-2969

    Join us for Virginia City's Annual Grand Victorian Ball!Participants, dressed in Victorian era style...

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  • High Tea in the Garden in August

    Jefferson City, MT
    Aug 17, 2025
    Phone: 406-933-8789

    Join us for an afternoon stroll in the gardens then relax by the creek, sipping on tea &...

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  • Jefferson County Fair and Rodeo

    Boulder, MT
    Aug 21 – 24, 2025
    Phone: 406-225-4039

    Family fun is awaiting your entire family at this weekend long event. Food, exhibits, great live...

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  • Fly Fishing and Outdoor Festival

    Ennis, MT
    Aug 23, 2025
    Phone: 406-682-4388

    This festival weekend includes celebrity speakers and seminars, casting clinics and competitions,...

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  • Boulder Classic Car Show

    Boulder, MT
    Aug 23, 2025
    Phone: 406-225-4039

    Cars, cars and more cars! The Boulder Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Annual Classic...

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  • The Music of Randy Travis at the Mother Lode Theatre

    Butte, MT
    Aug 26, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    The More Life Tour is a remarkable tribute to the legendary career of Randy Travis, spotlighting the...

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  • Montana's Biggest Weekend

    Dillon, MT
    Aug 29 – Sep 1, 2025
    Phone: (406) 925-9420

    Plan to be in Dillon Montana each Labor Day weekend for Montana's Biggest Weekend! Festivities begin...

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  • Labor Day Horseback Poker Ride

    Virginia City, MT
    Aug 30, 2025
    Phone: 800-829-2969 ext 1

    Saddle up the horses and put on your poker face! The Annual Labor Day Horseback Poker Ride is...

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  • Music and Arts Festival

    Boulder, MT
    Sep 6, 2025
    Phone: 406-225-4039

    Summer is drawing to a close, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate those final days than...

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  • Henry V - Montanan Shakespeare in the Parks in Whitehall

    Whitehall, MT
    Sep 7, 2025
    Phone: (406) 994-3906

    For the first time since 2013, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks presents "Henry V""Henry V" is one...

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  • Miner's Day in Virginia City

    Virginia City, MT
    Sep 13, 2025
    Phone: 800-829-2969

    Join us for Miner's Day to celebrate the history of Virginia City!This family fun event will provide...

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  • J. Carmichael performing at Pony Bar

    Pony, MT
    Sep 18, 2025
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    J. Carmichael (songwriter/mandolinist) writes ballads about love, God, and a world spinning out of...

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  • Last Chance Community Pow Wow

    Helena, MT
    Sep 26 – 28, 2025
    Phone: (406) 439-5631

    Join us Friday through Sunday at the Lewis & Clark Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall for the 26th Annual...

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  • Townsend Fall Fest

    Townsend, MT
    Oct 3 – 5, 2025
    Phone: (406) 980-1648

    The Rotary Club of Townsend's Fall Fest is one of Montana's premiere festivals. This 3 day event...

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  • Pintler's Portal Peg-Off: A Cribbage Tournament

    Anaconda, MT
    Oct 4, 2025
    Phone: (406) 563-4555

    Peg your way to glory! Join us in the enchanting mountain-themed atmosphere of Pintler’s Portal...

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  • Sheridan Oktoberfest

    Sheridan, MT
    Oct 11, 2025
    Phone:

    We have a great time closing down main street to have games at local businesses including Stein...

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  • Big Rock Fright Nights

    Boulder, MT
    Oct 17 – 25, 2025
    Phone: 406-225-4015

    Come out to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds/Recreation Park in Boulder for Halloween fun at the Big...

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  • Pumpkin Sunday

    Deer Lodge, MT
    Oct 19, 2025
    Phone: 406-846-2070 ext 226

    Activities: Come out for a fun, family friendly afternoon filled with great activities for children...

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  • Annual Hunters Feed

    Ennis, MT
    Oct 24, 2025
    Phone: (406) 682-4388

    The Ennis Chamber of Commerce's Ennis Hunters Feed is held every year on the Friday before rifle...

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  • Bannack Ghost Walks

    Dillon, MT
    Oct 24 – 25, 2025
    Phone: 406-834-3413

    Ghost walks will be coming to life at Bannack presented by the Bannack Association. These ghost...

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  • Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

    Butte, MT
    Nov 14, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    Experience the magic of The Nutcracker! this holiday season with family and friends. Give the gift...

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  • Stayin' Alive - One night of the Bee Gees

    Butte, MT
    Nov 21, 2025
    Phone: (406) 723-3602

    STAYIN’ ALIVE brings the unforgettable music and iconic style of the Bee Gees to life with a full...

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  • Sheridan Christmas Stroll

    Sheridan, MT
    Dec 5, 2025
    Phone:

    We close down Main Street to host our annual Sheridan Days Christmas Stroll. Each business has...

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  • Spirit of Christmas Stroll

    Ennis, MT
    Dec 5, 2025
    Phone: 406-682-4388

    Come experience Ennis during an old fashioned Christmas Stroll. Merchants will be open late,...

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  • Augusta Festival of Trees

    Augusta, MT
    Dec 6, 2025
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    The Augusta Festival of Trees is a delightful event where you can savor delicious food and beverages...

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  • Christmas Rendezvous

    Augusta, MT
    Dec 7, 2025
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    The annual Augusta Christmas Rendezvous features a wide array of local Montana crafts, artists, and...

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  • Yule Night in Philipsburg

    Philipsburg, MT
    Dec 12, 2025
    Phone: (406) 859-3388

    Stroll up and down the street to enjoy holiday shopping, treats, live music, with the finale of the...

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