Words

Fri. Jan. 30

Literacy Trail

Read a picture book a few pages at a time and move your body as you travel between kiosks positioned along the trail.

Bozeman Pond Park 700 S Fowler Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

9-10am Fri. Jan. 30

Virtual Fossil Fridays

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

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free and open to the public

Age: All Ages

Education

10-11am Fri. Jan. 30

Little Learners (Ages 1-3)

A specially designed interactive experience for toddlers and their caregivers, including shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 1-3

Kids

10am-6pm Fri. Jan. 30

Teen Corner Exploration - Tissue Paper Suncatcher

Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours. Bring some color to your wintery windows.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Music

10:15-11:30am Fri. Jan. 30

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.

Visual Art

noon-5pm Fri. Jan. 30

Matthew Barney: Redoubt

Filmed in the Sawtooth Mountains by the renowned artist Matthew Barney, "Redoubt" blends classical mythology with the contemporary American West, loosely following the myth of Diana, goddess of the hunt, reimagined as a modern-day marksman.

Tinworks at Rialto 10 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

1-2pm Fri. Jan. 30

Sensational Babies (Ages 0 - 18 months)

Engage with your baby through interactive, shared reading experiences, singing, movement, and exploration activities specifically designed for newborns up to 18 months old.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 0-18 months

Kids

2:45-4:15pm Fri. Jan. 30

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

Music

4-6pm Fri. Jan. 30

Live Music by Lena Rich & Jon DeGroot

Livingston singer/songwriter Lena Rich offers a sound that is inviting, ethereal and distinctly her own. Her songs celebrate the beauty of the natural world, the depth of human connection, and the magic of the moments that stick, creating music that…

Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman 5 E Baxter Ln, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Kids

4-6pm Fri. Jan. 30

Switch-It-Up Fridays (Teens)

Relax with some video games and snacks at the Library! Bring your own Nintendo Switch or play on our system. For grades 6 - 12. No sign-up necessary.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Age: Teens

Education

5-6:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

Helping Children Manage Their Emotions

Join us in person! How to handle tantrums, testing and emotional upsets. What are reasonable/age-appropriate ways to respond and how/when do you use consequences to respond to whining, screaming, hitting etc. For parents of children 2-12 years old.

Kiln of Bozeman 219 N. 19th Ave., Bozeman

Cost: $14.64

Education

5:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

Cosmos and Cookies

Bring the whole family for an early evening treat of cookies and a special preview of the cosmic wonders revealed in the new film, Dark Biosphere.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: For MOR members only

Age: All Ages/Family Friendly

Wellness

6-7pm Fri. Jan. 30

Sacred Song Garden

A magical gathering of medicine music, joy and connection.

Wild Wisdom Restorative 7 South Tracy Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Music

6-8pm Fri. Jan. 30

Celtic Music Live

Join us for Celtic music! A full 6 piece ensemble plays Celtic classics. Enjoy some delicious mead as well as Scandinavian-inspired cuisine!

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Music

6-8pm Fri. Jan. 30

Jack Ooster

Local singer/songwriter Jack Ooster has been playing music all around Bozeman for the last few years. Playing a mix of atmospheric folk, soul, blues, and jazz, Ooster blends multiple genres to create a sound that is truly his own.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+

Visual Art

6pm Fri. Jan. 30

Beading Our Stories: Beading Earrings Workshop

Dive into an immersive beadwork experience to connect with deep cultural heritage, develop new skills regardless of your level, and leave with a stunning, handcrafted pair of beaded earrings.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $30/member, $35/non-member

Age: All Ages

Words

6pm Fri. Jan. 30

Anime Trivia and Gaming Night

Southwest Montana Cosplay Society’s Anime Trivia and Gaming Night Come in cosplay if you'd like! Gaming and trivia and prizes.

Verge Theater 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Food & Drink

6:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

State of the Snowpack

Come eat pizza generously donated by Sidewall Pizza and and enjoy an Après brew while you hear stories from avalanche professionals and get a comprehensive overview of the changing snowpack and our season so far. Parking on campus is free after 6pm.

Après Brewing 1216 West Lincoln Street a,, Bozeman

Music

7-9pm Fri. Jan. 30

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

Nightlife

7-9:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

Speed Dating: 36-49 Edition

We’re excited to present Speed Dating: 36-49 Edition, a relaxed, fun, and efficient way to meet other unattached, like-minded people in the same stage of life. Light appetizers, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages included.

Sky Oro - Cannery District 107 E Oak St, Ste 1A, Bozeman

Cost: $50

Age: 36-49

Music

7pm Fri. Jan. 30

Kitchen Dwellers

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Kitchen Dwellers for a live in concert performance at The ELM on Friday, January 30, 2026 with Magoo.

The Elm 506 N 7th Ave, Missoula

Cost: $46.10 - $123.60

Age: All Ages

Music

7pm Fri. Jan. 30

Montana Opera: Ragtime

The epic Tony-award winning musical RAGTIME makes its Montana debut in a new production by the visionary and groundbreaking stage director Francesca Zambello, artistic director of Washington National Opera.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $24 - $75

Age: 13+

Education

7pm Fri. Jan. 30

NEW! Cosmos and Cosmos

Cosmopolitan cocktails, cash bar, light bites, and classic rock set against dazzling Taylor Planetarium shows. Members, please bring a friend with you to show off your museum.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: For MOR members + friends!

Age: All Ages

Stage

7pm Fri. Jan. 30

Friday Night Stand-Up with Eddie Ifft

Eddie Ifft always dreamed of becoming a Navy SEAL but found his calling as a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor. His exceptional talent has won hearts globally, consistently selling out shows. Early in his career, Eddie made his mark on an international stage by showcasing his comedic prowess in the renowned “New Faces” segment at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. This led to an audition with the legendary “Saturday Night Live” (SNL).

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+

Stage

7pm Fri. Jan. 30

Lion King Jr.

The Bozeman Children's Theatre Inc. presents Lion King Jr.

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $7

Age: All Ages

Nightlife

7:30-10:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

Cat/Griz Hockey

Cats vs. Griz Hockey Live at Gallatin Ice, located at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds tickets.gallatinice.org

Gallatin Ice 901 N. Black Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: $10+

Age: All Ages

Music

7:30pm Fri. Jan. 30

Montana Chamber Music Presents - Xavier Foley

Communicating his virtuosity and passion for music on the double bass – rare for it to be presented as a solo instrument, Xavier is the winner of a prestigious 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant, recognized on New York WQXR’s “19 for 19” Artists to Watch.

Reynolds Recital Hall, MSU, Bozeman

Cost: $35 Adult, $25 Senior, $10 Student

Age: All Ages

Music

8-10pm Fri. Jan. 30

Live Music

Featuring local and touring music acts.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Music

8-11pm Fri. Jan. 30

Raise the Roof- Final Show!

This Friday’s Country Night at The Jump is as “Montana” as it gets, and Raise the Roof is sending off their farewell show in true Big Sky style. This five-piece powerhouse takes you on a boot-scootin’ trip through the decades, spinning western-flavor.

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Music

8pm Fri. Jan. 30

Rocky Mountain Pearls

One of Montana’s top live country bands

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: No Cover

Age: 21+

Music

8pm Fri. Jan. 30

Amanda Stewart Band

Amanda Stewart carries the heart of a country soul with Montana roots.

The Westerner 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Jan. 30

The Scurry

A group of unrelated squirrels. Due to the territorial nature of squirrels, a scurry is not often seen. However, when discovered, will rock.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+

Stage

9pm Fri. Jan. 30

Friday Night Stand-Up with Eddie Ifft

Eddie Ifft always dreamed of becoming a Navy SEAL but found his calling as a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor. His exceptional talent has won hearts globally, consistently selling out shows. Early in his career, Eddie made his mark on an international stage by showcasing his comedic prowess in the renowned “New Faces” segment at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. This led to an audition with the legendary “Saturday Night Live” (SNL).

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+

Music

9pm Fri. Jan. 30

Montana Gazette

Old School Country

The Murray Bar 201 W Park St, Livingston

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+