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Southwest Montana Blog

The Southwest Montana blog is a collection of stories from local Montanas looking to share their experiences from Big Sky Country. Explore our most recent articles.

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Dig deeper into the history, communities and geography of the Southwest Montana region. This Is Montana was created in partnership with the University of Montana.

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Lost Canyons

    Helena, MT
    Jun 10 – Jul 22, 2026
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    Alive at Five is Helena’s signature summer tradition, drawing friends, families, and visitors...

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  • Governor's Cup 5K and 10K

    Helena, MT
    Jun 12 – 13, 2026
    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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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Talbott Brothers

    Helena, MT
    Jun 17, 2026
    Phone: (406) 442-5960

    Welcome to the Start of Summer in Helena!Kick off the season with an unforgettable evening of live...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky – Public Stargazing Nights in June

    Helena, MT
    Jun 18 – 19, 2026
    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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  • Big Sky Reptile Expo

    Helena, MT
    Jun 20, 2026
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    A public trade show, The Big Sky Reptile Expo Series provides Montana communities the opportunity to...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Ten Years Gone Celebrating Montana History Fest

    Helena, MT
    Jun 24, 2026
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    Join us for a special Alive at Five as we celebrate Montana History Fest and the new Montana...

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  • Montana History Fest

    Helena, MT
    Jun 25 – 28, 2026
    Phone: (406) 201-9229

    Join us for the Montana History Celebration, a four-day event honoring the state's rich heritage and...

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  • Cirque Ma'Ceo

    Helena, MT
    Jun 26 – 28, 2026
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    Cirque Ma'Ceo is a captivating equestrian circus that combines the beauty and grace of horses with...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Honey Island Swamp Band

    Helena, MT
    Jul 1, 2026
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    Join us for an exciting evening supporting the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Montana Special...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Give It To 'Em Florabelle

    Helena, MT
    Jul 8, 2026
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    Alive at Five is Helena’s popular summer concert series, bringing the community together every...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Madeline Hawthorne

    Helena, MT
    Jul 15, 2026
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    Enjoy sneak peak of the next Grandstreet Theatre performance before Madeline Hawthorne takes the...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky – Public Stargazing Nights in July

    Helena, MT
    Jul 17 – 18, 2026
    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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  • Symphony Under the Stars

    Helena, MT
    Jul 18, 2026
    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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  • Last Chance Stampede Fair and Rodeo

    Helena, MT
    Jul 21 – 25, 2026
    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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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Tylor and the Train Robbers

    Helena, MT
    Jul 22, 2026
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    For more than a decade, Tylor & the Train Robbers have been captivating audiences with their...

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  • Helena's Alive at Five - North Fork Crossing

    Helena, MT
    Jul 29, 2026
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    Alive at Five is Helena’s premier summer concert series, bringing the community together each week...

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  • Shakespeare in the Parks in Helena

    Helena, MT
    Aug 3, 2026
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    Montana Shakespeare in the Parks returns for its 54th season, once again bringing the joy of live...

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  • Shakespeare in the Parks in Helena (2nd Performance)

    Helena, MT
    Aug 4, 2026
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    Bring your chairs, a picnic and your friends to enjoy a wonderful evening of Shakespeare at Helena's...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky - Public Stargazing Nights in August

    Helena, MT
    Aug 7 – 8, 2026
    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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  • Helena's Alive at Five - Too Slim and the Taildraggers

    Helena, MT
    Aug 12, 2026
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    Come out to the brewery for this week's Alive at Five with Too Slim & the Taildraggers.Tim “Too...

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  • York 38 Special Bike Rides

    Helena, MT
    Aug 15, 2026
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    Thirty-eight miles along spectacular scenery, through the Big Belt Mountains. You'll enjoy...

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  • Helena Septemberfest

    Helena, MT
    Sep 11 – 13, 2026
    Phone: 406-447-1535

    Get ready as the Gulch Goes Galactic during the 6th Annual Helena SeptemberFest, Sept. 11–13, 2026...

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  • Beyond the Big Sky - Public Stargazing Nights in September

    Helena, MT
    Sep 18 – 19, 2026
    Phone: (406) 475-3638

    Experience the Wonders of the Night Sky at the Montana Learning Center!Join us for an unforgettable...

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  • The Black Jacket Symphony Presents: Bon Jovi's "Slippery When Wet"

    Helena, MT
    Oct 28, 2026
    Phone: (406) 447-8481

    Remember the days of dropping the needle on a record and listening to an album from start to finish?...

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  • Swan Lake - World Ballet Company at the Helena Civic Center

    Helena, MT
    Nov 2, 2026
    Phone: (406) 447-8481

    The legendary story of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company...

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  • Helena Comedy Festival

    Helena, MT
    Nov 12 – 14, 2026
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    The Helena Comedy Festival (November 12-14, 2026) is more than a series of comedy shows - it’s a...

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  • Helena Holiday MADE Fair

    Helena, MT
    Dec 4 – 5, 2026
    Phone: (406) 201-9229

    Give a gift that tells a story this holiday season. Discover the magic of the Helena Holiday MADE...

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