Music

Fri. Apr. 17

Secret Ski Season

As the days grow longer and snow turns softer, experience Spring Series, where incredible spring skiing meets unforgettable performances every weekend in April. Make the most of your season against the backdrop of Montana's most iconic peak – this is Big Sky's secret season.

Big Sky Resort 50 Big Sky Resort Rd, Big Sky

Words

Fri. Apr. 17

Literacy Trail

Read a fun story as you walk the park trail. Offered in partnership with Bozeman Parks & Recreation and MSU College of Education, Health, and Human Development. Located at the Bozeman Pond Park north parking lot (next to Lewis & Bark Park off Fowler Ave).

Bozeman Pond Park 700 S Fowler Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

Fri. Apr. 17

Juniper Customer Appreciation Raffle

Throughout April, every $30 you spend at either our Belgrade or Downtown Bozeman locations earns you a raffle entry for a chance to win a Bridger Bowl Season Pass, a 5-pack to Umvelt, a $500 Juniper gift card and more!

Juniper Cannabis Downtown 120 North Grand Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Classes

6-6:30am Fri. Apr. 17

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

Education

9am Fri. Apr. 17

Virtual Fossil Fridays

Dig deeper into paleontology with interviews from international paleontologists, drawing tutorials, featured fossil “deep dives”, and more.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free to all via Zoom

Age: All Ages

Shopping

9:30am-5:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

CASH4CAMERAS

Bring your pre-loved camera gear! Our buying experts will be on-site to make you a cash offer on the spot.

Bozeman Camera & Repair Inc. 1262 Stoneridge Drive, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Education

10-11am Fri. Apr. 17

Little Learners (Ages 1-3)

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

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 1-3

Kids

10:15-11am Fri. Apr. 17

Family Storytime

Family Storytime is geared to children ages 0-6, featuring interactive stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by a related craft or activity. All ages are welcome. This program starts in our Children's Library for stories and songs, and then moves into our Tech Lab for the craft.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids 0-6, caregivers and siblings

Music

10:15-11:30am Fri. Apr. 17

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

11:30am-1:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

All Ages LEGOs

LEGO fun for all ages! Drop in to the Library Maker Station to build your favorite design with the Library's LEGOs! All ages welcome; no RSVP needed.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. Apr. 17

Qigong

Barb, a certified Qigong instructor, will be leading participants in a meditative exercise similar to Tai Chi. No experience necessary.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

noon-5pm Fri. Apr. 17

Shared Ground

Emerson Bailey and Shiprock Santa Fe Present Shared Ground: A gallery-to-gallery collaboration bringing historic Native American art into conversation with European antiques.

Emerson Bailey Gallery 109 E Oak St, Suite 1C, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Education

1-2pm Fri. Apr. 17

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. Apr. 17

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

Kids

3:30-5:45pm Fri. Apr. 17

Bozeman Parks & Rec Open Gym - Youth Basketball

Open Gym for youth ages 5-18. This is intended to be an open gym time for the community, please do not try to have your basketball team practice during this time.

Story Mill Community Center 600 Bridger Drive, Bozeman

Cost: $2 for City Residents $3 for Non-Residents

Age: 5-18

Sport

4pm Fri. Apr. 17

Bowl for Kids’ Sake

A fun, family-friendly fundraiser that brings together teams, local businesses, and community members for bowling, friendly competition, and giving back—all in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country and local youth in Park County.

Treasure Lanes 1122 W Front St, Livingston

Age: All Ages

Music

5-7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Live Music by Blake Brightman

Enjoy Happy Hour with live music by Blake Brightman at Field & Stream Bozeman.

Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman 5 E Baxter Ln, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

New to You Art and Antiques Sale

The Park County Affiliate of the American Association of University Women will hold its New to You Art and Antiques Sale fundraising event.

Shane Lalani Center for the Arts 415 E. Lewis St., Livingston

Music

6-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

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

Visual Art

6-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Paint & Sip

Paint your own “Shadows of the Forest”! Two glasses of wine (or NA beverages) are included with your purchase. All materials will be provided - including a traceable elk stencil.

American Legion Bar 225 E. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $60

Age: 21+

Music

6-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Cherry Fox

Originally from the Austin music scene, Cherry Fox relocated to Bozeman to add to our rocker community. Her performance is not to be missed!

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Recreation

7-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Women's Monthlies Drum Circle for Women

Strike up a raucous rhythm to celebrate the arrival of the first hints of spring color. Come early (6:30) for a micro-mini lesson, "The Basics of Hand Drumming." No experience necessary. Bring your own drum/percussion instrument(s) or use ours.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bozeman 325 N 25th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $20 per person suggested contribution (no one turned away for lack of ability to pay)

Age: adults

Music

7-9pm Fri. Apr. 17

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

Music

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

SpongeBob the Musical!

Anderson School, and its Tony-nominated theatre program, proudly present the live-action, high-energy, under-the-sea adventure of SpongeBob the Musical!

Emerson's Crawford Theatre 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman

Cost: $12 main floor, $10 balcony

Stage

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

The Moors

A wickedly funny, gothic comedy that gleefully twists the conventions of the classic Victorian novel. A deliciously dark Brontë pastiche.

Verge Theater 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman

Cost: $39.19

Stage

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

The Seagull: A play by Anton Chekhov translated by Paul Schmidt

The first of Anton Chekhov's masterpieces, The Seagull is a four act play, taking place in the Russian countryside during a sultry summer, populated by friends, family, actors, and lovers.

Rialto Theatre 10 West Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $30 per ticket, special $15 rate for students

Age: All Ages

Stage

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Friday Night Stand-Up w/ Stuart Laws

Originally from London, Stuart Laws is a UK comedy favorite who is renowned for his hilarious and freewheeling shows.

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+

Music

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Jarred Hanson Duo

Montana Americana

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: No Cover

Age: 21+

Music

7:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

Solas - 30th Anniversary Tour

Irish-American band Solas returns to Bozeman. This tour marks their 30th anniversary as a band, they invite longtime fans and new listeners alike to join the celebration!

The Ellen Theatre 17 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

Music

8-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

Matt Axton and Badmoon

Born the heir to legendary songwriting bloodline as the son of Hoyt Axton, Matt Axton and his band Badmoon deliver gritty, soul-soaked country with deep Texas roots and a road-tested edge 🤠🔥

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

The Beagles

Psychedelic country music from North and South America.

Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

THE WILDFIRE

The WILDFIRE focuses on bringing a unique musical experience to Southwest Montana. With covers primarily in the pop, soul, and rock genres, you’ll find a band who will perform songs a typical DJ might play, but with the energy and excitement of a live band. You will remember a WILDFIRE performance for years to come!

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Stage

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Friday Night Stand-Up w/ Stuart Laws

Originally from London, Stuart Laws is a UK comedy favorite who is renowned for his hilarious and freewheeling shows.

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

Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)

Age: 18+