Words

Fri. Oct. 10

Literacy Trail

Read a picture book outside. Offered in partnership with Bozeman Parks & Recreation and MSU College of Education, Health, and Human Development.

Bozeman Pond Park 700 S Fowler Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 0-5

Kids

Fri. Oct. 10

406 Consignary

Montana's Favorite Popup Boutique: Come Shop Thousands Of Amazing Children's Items. At 406 Consignary, we carefully inspect every item that enters our doors, so you'll only have the best to choose from! Every spring and fall, we have thousands of new {and gently used} name-brand and boutique items at 30-90% off retail!

Gallatin County Fairgrounds 901 N. Black, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Classes

6-6:30am Fri. Oct. 10

Sangha: Bozeman Zen Group (Soto Zen Tradition)

A group of lay and ordained practitioners, we come together to encourage and inspire each other to be mindful and compassionate in our everyday lives. We provide regular opportunities for Zen practice and education in Southwestern Montana.

Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman

Business

7am-10pm Fri. Oct. 10

Winter Coat Drive

Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

Dry Fly Saloon 5 East Baxter Lane, Bozeman

Cost: Give & Get

Age: All Ages

Education

9-10am Fri. Oct. 10

Virtual Fossil Fridays

Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall and Museum and Outreach Educator, MaggieJo Widdicombe, via Zoom on Fridays to dig deeper into paleontology with interviews from international paleontologists, drawing tutorials, and MOR!,

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

10-11am Fri. Oct. 10

Little Learners (Ages 1-3)

Nurture your toddler’s curiosity in this interactive museum program for ages 1 to 3. Enjoy stories, singing, movement, and sensory play. Siblings are welcome. Limited to 15 children for a more personalized experience. Classes fill quickly!

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 1-3

Education

10-11am Fri. Oct. 10

Bozeman Parks & Recreation RecMobile

RecMobile is back this fall! Enjoy free play with games, sports equipment, and crafts. Find us at Monkey Park (Sept 8–Oct 3) and Gran Cielo Park (Oct 6–24). Drop in—no registration needed!

Monkey Park Sept 8th-Oct 3rd / Gran Cielo Park Oct 6th-Oct 24th, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 2-5

Shopping

10:06am-6pm Fri. Oct. 10

Sarah Graham Trunk Show & Restyling Event

10% off Sarah Graham jewelry during the Trunk Show, including Alara's in-house collection plus all of the additional items brought in for the trunk show only. Private restyling consults with Sarah Graham on the 10th & 11th only for $150.

Alara Jewelry 42 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE for Trunk Show | $150 for Restyling Appointments

Words

10:15-11am Fri. Oct. 10

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is geared to children ages 3-6, featuring songs, rhymes, and stories with slightly more complex structure. This is followed up by a related craft or activity. This program starts in our Children's Library for stories, songs and scarf play/shaker eggs, and then moves into our Tech Lab for the craft.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: 3-6, caregivers and siblings

Music

10:15-11:15am Fri. Oct. 10

Toddler & Preschool Storytime

Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids ages 3-5 years and their caregivers.

Kids

10:15-11:15am Fri. Oct. 10

Fire Safety Storytime

Meet firefighters, learn fire safety tips, and take your picture with a real fire truck. Offered in partnership with Bozeman Fire Department.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 0-5

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. Oct. 10

CRC Gentle Yoga + iRest Yoga Nidra

This ongoing class is sponsored, by the Bozeman Concussion Resource Center and FREE to individuals experiencing persistent symptoms as a result of concussion and their caregivers.

Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness 4055 Valley Commons Dr, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. Oct. 10

Qigong

Barb, a certified Qigong instructor, will be leading participants in a meditative exercise similar to Tai Chi.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

1-2pm Fri. Oct. 10

Sensational Babies (Ages 0 - 18 months)

Join us for sensory activities designed for babies up to 18 months. Enjoy shared reading, singing, movement, and play. Siblings are welcome. Limited to 15 children to support a personalized experience. Classes fill quickly, so arrive early.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with admission/membership

Age: Ages 0 - 18 months

Kids

2:45-4:15pm Fri. Oct. 10

K-6 After School Club

Join us after Belgrade Schools' Friday early-out for our After School Clubs. Each week features a different themed program including Science Club, Creative Club, LEGO Club and more! Snacks are always provided. Please note: Science Club may be most enjoyed by children grades 2-6.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Children grades K-6/ages ~5-11/12

Education

3-4pm Fri. Oct. 10

Grand Opening of Veterans Park

Montana State University will host the grand opening of Veterans Park, a dedicated space honoring veterans.

MSU SUB (Strand Union Building) 280 Strand Union, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

3-5pm Fri. Oct. 10

Gallatin Valley Botanical at Rocky Creek Farms Fall Festival

Enjoy hay rides to the pumpkin patch as well as apple picking and cider pressing. On top of cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Rocky Creek Farm 34297 Frontage Rd, Bozeman

Fitness

5:15pm Fri. Oct. 10

Experiencing Change with Grief Yoga

Join us for a heartfelt and supportive practice of Grief Yoga anyone can do from a chair, standing, or on your mat. We use movement, breath, and sound to help ease the pain and struggle of loss, while fostering a deeper sense of empowerment and love.

Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness 4055 Valley Commons Drive #Ste B2, Bozeman

Cost: $23.18

Age: All Ages, under 18 with parent or legal guardian

Classes

5:20-6pm Fri. Oct. 10

Sangha: Bozeman Zen Group (Soto Zen Tradition)

A group of lay and ordained practitioners, we come together to encourage and inspire each other to be mindful and compassionate in our everyday lives. We provide regular opportunities for Zen practice and education in Southwestern Montana.

Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman

Movies

6-7:30pm Fri. Oct. 10

Big Sky premiers TGR’s “Pressure Drop”

Join us for the showing of TGRs latest winter film and help support local youth winter clubs with Big Sky Ski Education Foundation. Food and beverage is available onsite. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Waypoint 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky

Cost: $23.18

Music

6-8pm Fri. Oct. 10

The Hooligans

Formed in 1990, Hooligans is Bozeman's longest running roots rock/americana/blues/jam band. Inspired by the improv driven music of the San Francisco scene as well as early folk, blues and great rock’n’roll.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Kids

6-9pm Fri. Oct. 10

The Bozeman Maze

Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

Bozeman Maze 1340 E Valley Center Dr, Bozeman

Music

6pm Fri. Oct. 10

Peter King Band at 406 Brewing

Come check out the Peter King Band TONIGHT at 406 Brewing, 6pm!

406 Brewing 308 East Main St Suite 406, Manhattan

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

7-9pm Fri. Oct. 10

Friday Night Jazz

Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

gute Laune 10 West Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

7-9pm Fri. Oct. 10

History After Dark

Encounter the ghosts of Halloween past on this self-guided tour of downtown Bozeman where you'll meet notable people from Bozeman's past.

The Extreme History Project 234 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: $25

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

7pm Fri. Oct. 10

Blue & Gold Gala

MSU's largest fundraising event to raise money to support the costs of all Bobcat student-athlete scholarships. For more information regarding reserving a table, sponsorships, and donation opportunities, please reach out to Rainey Peuse (Rainey.Peuse@msubobcats.com). Go Cats!

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Stage

7pm Fri. Oct. 10

Friday Night Stand-Up with Jay Washington

A professional wrestler turned stand-up comedian, Jay Washington's antics during wrestling promo's and in-ring interviews, made it almost natural for him to make the transition from the squared circle to the stage. Jay's performed in various comedy festivals and has worked in a various comedy clubs and venues around the country.

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+

Movies

7:30pm Fri. Oct. 10

Alfred Hitchcock - The Birds

A Must-See on the Big Screen. Wealthy socialite Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) meets charming lawyer Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor) during a playful San Francisco pet shop encounter involving lovebirds. One of Hitchcock’s most beloved - and terrifying - films.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $9

Nightlife

8pm Fri. Oct. 10

Bozeman Paranormal Society Cemetery Tours

Welcome to the annual Bozeman Paranormal society presents Cemetery tours. Explore the history and mysteries of this historic site with our knowledgeable guides

Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman

Cost: 5.00

Age: All Ages

Music

8-11pm Fri. Oct. 10

Trent Brooks Band

Trent Brooks and his band of outlaws spend their time between Montana and Texas spinning their honkytonk yarns and making every boot scoot, and every booty boogie! Their music makes even the coldest hearts warm and the city-slickers slide their boots.

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Stage

8pm Fri. Oct. 10

Love and Information

This groundbreaking play explores the complexities of human connection in a fast-paced, information-saturated world, offering a kaleidoscopic look at love, identity, and communication.

Verge Theater 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman

Cost: by donation

Music

8pm Fri. Oct. 10

Katie Boeck

Nashville based singer, songwriter, and storyteller.

Live From the Divide 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman

Cost: $40

Music

9pm Fri. Oct. 10

Friends of KGLT Fundraiser

KGLT is hosting a fundraiser on Thursday, October 10 at the Eagles Downstairs. Doors open at 8 PM with KGLT merchandise for sale, followed by live music from Brian Kassay from 9 PM to 1 AM. The event is free to attend, and donations appreciated

The Eagles Bar 316 E Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Oct. 10

Steens

Singer/Songwriter from Bozeman, MT covering his favorites with his own personal twist.

Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Oct. 10

Buffalo Burrows

Buff likes to describe his sound as Post Western. It’s equal parts the songwriting of Marty Robbins, Spaghetti Western orchestration of Ennio Morricone and the electronic architecture of Trent Reznor. Buff’s timeless western voice blazes a trail through a landscape of mountainous 808s, sweeping analog synths and home-brewed samples.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Stage

9pm Fri. Oct. 10

Friday Night Stand-Up with Jay Washington

A professional wrestler turned stand-up comedian, Jay Washington's antics during wrestling promo's and in-ring interviews, made it almost natural for him to make the transition from the squared circle to the stage. Jay's performed in various comedy festivals and has worked in a various comedy clubs and venues around the country.

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+

Music

9pm Fri. Oct. 10

Lost Canyons

Indie Rock

The Murray Bar 201 W Park St, Livingston

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+