Recreation

Sat. Dec. 16

12 Days of Bikemas 2023

Go Gallatin, the City of Bozeman, and the Bozeman Downtown Business Partnership are excited to put on the 3nd annual “12 Days of Bikemas” to help residents and businesses get into the Active Christmas Spirit.

Education

Sat. Dec. 16

Lewis & Clark Caverns Candlelight Tours

This special event allows visitors to see and enjoy the caverns by the warm, festive glow of candle lanterns. Participants must make a reservation prior to their tour.

Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park 25 Lewis and Clark Caverns Rd., Whitehall

Cost: $25 for visitors ages 15 and older, and $15 for visitors ages 5 to 14

Age: 5+

Food & Drink

9am-noon Sat. Dec. 16

Bozeman Winter Farmers' Market

Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

Gallatin County Fairgrounds 901 N. Black, Bozeman

Education

9am Sat. Dec. 16

Avalanche Fundamentals Field Sessions

After an online Q&A Session, get out in the field with professional instructors to learn about recognizing avalanche hazards, reading mountain weather, assessing snowpack, making decisions, and conducting a rescue.

Bridger Bowl 15795 Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman

Cost: donation based course

Education

10am-noon Sat. Dec. 16

Winter Wonderland

Every day during Winter Wonderland, we’ll have a hands-on science activity at the Science Station and a craft to take home!

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Education

10am-noon Sat. Dec. 16

STEAM Saturdays

Local STEM professionals lead a fun activity relating to their field. Check the online calendar for guests.

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: Free with admission

Age: All Ages

Words

10:15-11am Sat. Dec. 16

Family Storytime

Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: birth-5 and their caregivers

Kids

11am-4pm Sat. Dec. 16

Live Reindeer at Murdoch's

Bring your camera for photos, and while you’re here, the kids can write a letter to Santa, color festive holiday activity sheets, and learn how to make reindeer snacks.

Murdoch's 100 Liscom Ave, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Nightlife

noon-6pm Sat. Dec. 16

Poker Tournament

Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold 'em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day!

The Cat's Paw 721 N. 7th Ave., Bozeman

Cost: $80

Age: 18+

Kids

1:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Bozeman Dance Academy: 'Twas The Night Before Christmas

An original dance performance!

Gallatin High School 4455 Annie St, Bozeman

Cost: $18+fees

Stage

2-3pm Sat. Dec. 16

A Circus Carol

One of the best-loved stories of the festive season, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, will be turned on its head as an innovative circus production! Directed by Paúl Gomex and Produced by 406Cirque🎪featuring local as well as international talent!

Petra Academy 4720 Classical Way, Bozeman

Cost: Presale $20, Doors $35

Age: All Ages

Music

2-4pm Sat. Dec. 16

Saturday Afternoon Live Acoustic Music

Local jazz guitarist Craig Hall will lead the music and bring along guest performers.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Food & Drink

2-4pm Sat. Dec. 16

Eagle Mount Holiday Extravaganza

Join us at the Eagle Mount campus for s'mores, crafts, photos with Santa, miniature horses, sleigh rides and more!

Eagle Mount 6901 Goldenstein Lane, Bozman

Cost: FREE with ticket

Age: all ages

Music

2:30-4:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Bozeman Symphony: Holiday Spectacular

The tradition continues with the Bozeman Symphony’s annual Holiday Spectacular. This concert includes favorite festive classics, a singalong, and features guest vocalist Jimmie Herrod, an America's Got finalist.

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: Tickets starting at $30, $25 for students

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

5:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Burgers & Bingo

Burgers & Bingo is back after a long hiatus, enjoy a burger and bingo every Saturday night.

Eagles Lodge 316 East Main Street, Bozeman

Age: All ages

Music

6-8pm Sat. Dec. 16

Rocky Mountain Sonic

LOCAL BAND LIVE MUSIC

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Nightlife

6pm Sat. Dec. 16

Victorian Holiday at the Tinsley House

Discover Montana cultures' holiday traditions, enjoy a planetarium show, craft Victorian holiday cards, listen to carolers, and savor seasonal treats.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children age 5 – 17, free for children up to age 4

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

6:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

The Splendid Feast at the Elling House

Please join us for a magical evening of good food, whimsical ambiance, & holiday cheer to benefit the Elling House Arts & Humanities Center. 6:30 PM Wassail Social Hour, 7:00 PM Six Course Dinner. Reservations required 406.843.5454

Elling House, Virginia City

Cost: $75 per person, $125 per couple, $550 per table of 8

Music

7-8pm Sat. Dec. 16

A Very Special Holiday Musical

Join us for a Very Special Holiday Musical with the cast of Winging It! Our cast will use the spirit of the season to weave a holiday tale so fun you have to sing about it.

Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Age: 18+

Stage

7-8pm Sat. Dec. 16

A Circus Carol

One of the best-loved stories of the festive season, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, will be turned on its head as an innovative circus production! Directed by Paúl Gomex and Produced by 406Cirque🎪featuring local as well as international talent!

Petra Academy 4720 Classical Way, Bozeman

Cost: Presale $20, $35 at the doors

Age: All Ages

Stage

7-11pm Sat. Dec. 16

TJ Miller - The Gentle Giant Tour

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome TJ Miller for a live in concert performance.

The ELM 506 N 7th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $39-$60 (Adv.)

Age: All Ages

Sport

7pm Sat. Dec. 16

MSU Mens Basketball vs SAGU American Indian College

Go Cats

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Music

7pm Sat. Dec. 16

Jerry Joseph (solo show)

Be part of an unforgettable evening with the renowned Jerry Joseph, a true icon of the music industry.

The Covellite Theatre 215 W Broadway St, Butte

Cost: $21

Music

7pm Sat. Dec. 16

StormGrass Duo

Live Western Americana Bluegrass music!

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: no cover

Music

7:30-9pm Sat. Dec. 16

Roots in the Sky and Baroque Music Montana Present: The Waking Sun

Roots in the Sky and Baroque Music Montana join forces to present a program juxtaposing Baroque and contemporary cantatas.

Big Sky Chapel 510 Little Coyote Rd, Big Sky

Cost: Donation

Age: All Ages

Music

7:30-9:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Bozeman Symphony: Holiday Spectacular

The tradition continues with the Bozeman Symphony’s annual Holiday Spectacular. This concert includes favorite festive classics, a singalong, and features guest vocalist Jimmie Herrod, an America's Got finalist.

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: Tickets starting at $30, $25 for students

Age: All Ages

Stage

7:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Play: A Christmas Carol

Witness firsthand as Scrooge is haunted by Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: Youth (4-14) $21.75, Main $27.75, Premium $39.75

Music

8pm Sat. Dec. 16

El Wencho with Mathias

Powerhouse rock duo El Wencho returns to the Filler with local solo acoustic artist Mathias!

The Filling Station 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door

Age: 21+

Stage

8-9pm Sat. Dec. 16

Notorious BOZ with Jake Hastings

Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show great people of BozemanEvery show will feature a guest monologist who will share stories from their life. The cast will then use those stories to inspire their comedy!

Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: 18+

Music

8-10pm Sat. Dec. 16

Live Music

Featuring local and touring music acts.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Visual Art

8pm Sat. Dec. 16

Under the Mistletoe: AHoliday Drag Show

Qe'll be serving up a dazzling display of talent, glamour, and laughter that will leave you feeling merry and bright!

Eagles Lodge Ballroom 316 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Age: 18+

Music

8pm Sat. Dec. 16

Suffer Out Loud! Fundraiser

Music from Bedlam Mimicks, Bubba Fett, Death Trophy, Terald Wood, Gallatin Ghost Train, Palanter, Scavenger.

The Attic 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston

Cost: $15

Music

8pm-12:30am Sat. Dec. 16

Western Roots Country Dancing

Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

Bourbon 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Music

9pm Sat. Dec. 16

Jackson Holte and the Highway Patrol

A Grammy-eligible rock and roll band from Missoula, MT, formed by several of the town's greasiest bar-band veterans.

Chico Hot Springs 163 Chico Road, Pray

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Stage

9:30-10:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Whiz Bang!

Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, short-form improv that is so funny it's criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it's the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.

Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Age: 18+