Words

Thu. Nov. 20

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

Education

Thu. Nov. 20

Montana Agritourism Conference

The event is designed to bring together farmers, ranchers, tourism providers, educators and community members to learn about and advance the connection of agriculture and tourism in Montana.

Montana State University , Bozeman

Cost: $30 students, $87.50 early bird, bundle options available

Food & Drink

Thu. Nov. 20

Can the Griz

The annual Can the Griz food drive, a friendly off-field competition between Montana State University and the University of Montana, will be collecting donations Nov. 8-22.

Various Locations & Online

Classes

6-6:30am Thu. Nov. 20

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

Wellness

10am-1pm Thu. Nov. 20

Medical Marijuana Card Appointments

Stop wasting money on the recreational cannabis tax by getting a medical marijuana card. Call 406-219-4416 or schedule your appointment online at www.montanamedicalcards.com. Use coupon code BZNMAG to get $30 off of your appointment.

Montana Medical Cards (formerly Bozeman Alternative Wellness) 205 Haggerty Lane, Suite 170, Bozeman

Age: 18+

Kids

10am-6pm Thu. Nov. 20

Teen Corner Exploration - Herbal Tea Blending

Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours. Concoct your own personal tea blend.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Words

10:15-11am Thu. Nov. 20

Babies & Books

Babies & Books is our story time for - you guessed it - babies (and their grown-ups)! This story time is designed specifically for ages 0-3 years old along with their caregivers, and includes, songs, rhymes and short stories, ending with time for open play and socialization.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: 0-3, caregivers and siblings

Words

10:15-11:15am Thu. Nov. 20

Baby Storytime

Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: babies birth-35 months and their caregivers

Education

10:30-11:45am Thu. Nov. 20

Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3 - 5)

This special program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers' features reading, singing, movement, and hands-on activities. Each week highlights a topic inspired by the museum’s exhibits. Siblings are welcome to attend.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with admission/membership

Age: Ages 3 - 5

Recreation

12:15-1pm Thu. Nov. 20

Gyrokinesis - An Introduction

Discover the joy of movement in this gentle, seated class led by certified instructor Erin Groth, and designed to support spinal health, body awareness, and overall well-being.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Education

1-2:15pm Thu. Nov. 20

Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3 - 5)

This special program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers' features reading, singing, movement, and hands-on activities. Each week highlights a topic inspired by the museum’s exhibits. Siblings are welcome to attend.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with admission/membership

Age: Ages 3 - 5

Recreation

1:15-2pm Thu. Nov. 20

Gyrokinesis - Progressive Practice

For those with prior Gyrokinesis experience, certified instructor Erin Groth leads this dynamic class that expands into seated, standing, and floor-based sequences.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Fitness

2-3pm Thu. Nov. 20

Gentle Yoga

All are welcome at our Gentle Yoga class! The library provides any necessary equipment (yoga mats, blocks, straps, etc.) or feel free to bring your own. Be sure to remember your water bottle!

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

3-9pm Thu. Nov. 20

Thirsty Thorsday

$5 special drink all day. $5 off bottle fills (32 & 64 oz. only), and happy hour food all day!

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Family

3:30-4:30pm Thu. Nov. 20

Line Dancing

Join us for weekly Line Dancing! Instructor Sue will lead participants in a variety of line dancing styles in this beginners class. Please bring boots or shoes with little to no grip on them.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Kids

3:30-5pm Thu. Nov. 20

LEGO Club

Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate - it's in your hands, LEGO Architect! Especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: elementary students

Kids

4-5pm Thu. Nov. 20

Switch-It-Up Thursdays in the Teen Lounge

If your Thursday nights aren't jam-packed, why not pay the library a visit and play some Switch games in the teen lounge?

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Age: Teens

Kids

4-5pm Thu. Nov. 20

Teen Maker Lab - Punch Card Music Box

Learn the basics of song creation with music boxes that "read" paper cards.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Kids

4-5pm Thu. Nov. 20

Switch-It-Up Thursdays in the Teen Lounge

If your Thursday nights aren't jam-packed, why not pay the library a visit and play some Switch games in the teen lounge? (The library will take a winter hiatus for the holidays.)

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Age: Teens

Education

4-5:30pm Thu. Nov. 20

MSURA, OLLI and MOLLI Annual Brawl of the Wild Lecture

The MSU Retirees & Associates, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute of MSU and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute of Montana will host their annual Cat-Griz partnership event during the week of the game.

MSU Alumni Foundation Great Room 1501 S. 11th Ave., Bozeman

Cost: $15 in-person, FREE online

Food & Drink

5-8pm Thu. Nov. 20

Ladies' Night 2025

This is one of the most anticipated downtown events of the season and is aimed at creating a fun night for folks who want to do a little pre-holiday shopping, enjoy dinner and drinks specials, and spend quality time with friends! So, grab your friends and come downtown on Thursday night the week before Thanksgiving for a fun holiday shopping experience!

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

Visual Art

5-8pm Thu. Nov. 20

Ladies Night at the Artists’ Gallery

Come sip and shop ladies (men are welcome too). We are a cooperative with 18 talented local artists/members. Get some early Christmas shopping done and grab something for yourself. Hope to see you soon.

Classes

5:45-8:30pm Thu. Nov. 20

FREE Financial Skill Building

Homeword's FREE Financial Skill Building class helps you gain essential money management skills to make your finances go farther with savings, investing or paying down debt. The event is November 18-20 from 5:45 pm - 8:30 pm. This is a virtual event.

Homeword 1535 Liberty Lane, Ste. 116A, Missoula

Cost: FREE

Music

6-8pm Thu. Nov. 20

Jenna Greenwell

Jenna Greenwell is a storyteller with a guitar, weaving rich, earthy vocals through songs about love, loss, and the beauty tucked inside ordinary moments. Influenced by Americana heavyweights Lori McKenna, Jason Isbell, and Brandi Carlile, she has built a reputation for performances that stir hearts and sometimes draw tears, the good kind. Her debut album, Yellow Sweatshirt, arrived in 2024, establishing her as a songwriter with something worth saying and the voice to say it.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Leisure

6-9pm Thu. Nov. 20

Fly-tying Night

Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

Bozeman Fly Supply 2621 W College, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Politics

6pm Thu. Nov. 20

Gallatin County Local Govt. Study Listening Session

Wanna Be Heard? The Gallatin County Local Government Study is underway. Now is the time to share your voice about Gallatin County government. Join us for a listening session or visit www.gallatinlocalgovstudy.com for more information.

Bozeman Public Library

Stage

6pm Thu. Nov. 20

Grave Mortality w/ Nikki

Three-part lecture series exploring the dark and often unsettling origins of modern public health

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

Cost: FREE

Age: 18+

Music

6pm Thu. Nov. 20

Luke and Tessy Lou

It's Luke's birthday, and Tessy Lou's coming in to help him celebrate! It's going to be a good one!

406 Brewing 308 East Main St Suite 406, Manhattan

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Classes

6:30-8pm Thu. Nov. 20

Sangha: Bozeman Insight Community (Vipassana Tradition)

The Bozeman Insight Community offers instruction, practice and fellowship in the Buddhist Vipassana or “Insight” lineage. Centered on a commitment to personal practice, we support the development and expression of our inherent wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.

Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman

Words

6:30-8pm Thu. Nov. 20

2026 Selections Meeting - 4th Thursday Book Club

Join us as we discuss and vote on possibilities for the 2026 4th Thursday Book Club selections. No need to have attended previous events to participate in this meeting.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Young adults and adults

Music

7-9pm Thu. Nov. 20

KGLT DJ Night

Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

Hop Lounge 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: all ages

Stage

7-9pm Thu. Nov. 20

It's A Wonderful Life - A Radio Play

Open Door Theatre is excited to present It's A Wonderful Life - A Radio Play. Hosted at the historic Martin-Campeau Home located at 419 South Grand Avenue in Bozeman, this special event is for four days only: November 20th - 23rd.

The Martin-Campeau House 419 South Grand Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: $20 ea

Age: All Ages

Nightlife

7-10pm Thu. Nov. 20

Bingo Night

It's a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $20

Age: 18+

Music

7-10pm Thu. Nov. 20

Chris Cunningham

Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based singer-songwriter Chris Cunningham.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Stage

7pm Thu. Nov. 20

Ladies' Night Whiz Bang Down Under!

Join us for our special Ladies' Night! After your night of shopping downtown, join us "Down Under" at Last Best Comedy! Doors will open at 6pm. Then at 7pm our all male cast of Whiz Bang will perform an intoxicating short form improv show "Whiz Bang Down Under!" With some drink specials and giveaways, it's a great way to end a night, just for the Ladies!

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

Cost: $15

Age: 18+

Music

8-10pm Thu. Nov. 20

Open Mic Night

Grab a friend, grab a beer and come check it out! Host of open mic and live music by Jack Ooster! Free sign up begins at 4pm either in person or via phone call.

Bozeman Taproom 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: all ages

Music

8pm Thu. Nov. 20

Josh Sanchez

Josh Sanchez, originally from Blacksheere, Georgia, is a rising country music artist who moved to Montana a little over a year ago. He performs many covers of great artists and bands like Keith Whitley, Turnpike Troubadours, Merle Haggard, and a handful of other greats in country music.

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: No Cover

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Thu. Nov. 20

Bitter Roots Revival

Bitter Roots Revival is a trio of multi-instrumentalist, with a family twist! They play covers from groups as diverse as The Beatles, Blind Melon, The Grateful Dead, and many others. With amazing musicianship and soaring vocals, you will love this band.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Music

9-11pm Thu. Nov. 20

Trio Grandio

Trio Grandio is composed of legendary local Dead Sky musicians: Jesse Atkins, Luke Flansburg, and Rich Rabisco! Playing a unique acoustic style of the Grateful Dead’s eclectic rock music, this trio will provide an incredible tribute to one of rock’s most legendary bands, creating a perfect show for Dead Heads and casual fans alike.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman