Words

Thu. Apr. 23

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

Classes

6-6:30am Thu. Apr. 23

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

10-11:30am Thu. Apr. 23

2026 Law Day, Montana Supreme Court Oral Argument, State v. Hubber, DA-24-0386

SPECIAL EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Montana Supreme Court Comes to MSU. Watch a real court case argued live. Join us for oral argument before the Montana Supreme Court of State v. Hubber, DA-24-0386. Go to the website for case information.

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

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

10am-6pm Thu. Apr. 23

Big Kid STEAM Play - Architecture Adventure

Become an architect for the day. Presented in partnership with the MSU School of Architecture.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Age: 5-11

Kids

10am-6pm Thu. Apr. 23

Teen Corner Exploration - Black-out Poetry

Get creative -write a poem by crossing words out!

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Words

10:15-11:15am Thu. Apr. 23

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

10:15-11:45am Thu. Apr. 23

Create Your Own Laser Designs

Learn how to create custom designs for the laser cutter using design programs.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 12+

Visual Art

noon-5pm Thu. Apr. 23

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

Words

12:10-1:10pm Thu. Apr. 23

Gallatin Valley Toastmasters

Do you want to learn and practice being a better communicator? We invite you to join our club meeting this Thursday.

First Security Bank 2046 Cattail St., Bozeman

Recreation

12:15-1pm Thu. Apr. 23

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

1-2:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

Thursday's Table

Enjoy a new dish each week. Watch home cooks share their family recipes or demonstrate your favorite recipe by contacting Emily Otis at eotis@bozeman.net.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Recreation

1:15-2:15pm Thu. Apr. 23

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. Apr. 23

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

Family

3:30-4:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

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. Apr. 23

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

Visual Art

5-8pm Thu. Apr. 23

Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday! Pint Night at Bridger Brewing

Celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday with us! Bridger Brewing is hosting a Pint Night in support of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. They will be generously donating $.50 per pint to support MSIP! MSIP staff will be hanging out from 5-8PM.

Bridger Brewing 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Politics

5pm Thu. Apr. 23

Gallatin Co. Local Govt. Study Update Session

It's time to hear the proposal for the ballot and the Study Commission's recommendations—shaped by your input—for the future of Gallatin County government. Join us for an update. More dates and locations are scheduled. Visit website for more info.

West Yellowstone Town Hall 440 Yellowstone Ave, West Yellowstone

Words

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

Book Release with Children's Book Author A.C. Paolini

Join us to celebrate the release of the delightful new children's book SHEEP & GOAT CLIMB THE WORLD by local author A.C. Paolini.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Education

6-7:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

Vegetable Gardening in Montana

Grow your horticultural skills, with this class on vegetable gardening. Presented in partnership with MSU Extension Gallatin County. We will cover planning, maintaining, conserving water, and managing pests in a short growing season.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Food & Drink

6-8pm Thu. Apr. 23

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Bozeman Spirits Distillery 121 W Main St, Bozeman

Music

6-8pm Thu. Apr. 23

Bluegrass Jam

Come play, sing or just enjoy.

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Music

6-8pm Thu. Apr. 23

Raven Rōshi

Indie folk rock

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Music

6-9pm Thu. Apr. 23

Bozeman Doc Series: Nuisance Bear – Earth Day Special Event

The Bozeman Doc Series, in association with Gallatin Valley Earth Day, will present the Bozeman premiere of the brand new, award-winning documentary, Nuisance Bear.

The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $12 general admission, $10 for students

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

6:30-7:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

Kiki and Craft!

Take a break from the busy and join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and community.

OH Hi 115 W Kagy Blvd #Ste I, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Classes

6:30-8pm Thu. Apr. 23

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

Food & Drink

7-9pm Thu. Apr. 23

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Gravel Bar 305 E Main St., Ennis

Nightlife

7-9pm Thu. Apr. 23

Bozeman Film Society: "SHE DANCES"

A struggling single father tries to reconnect with his distant teenage daughter while chaperoning her at a regional dance competition in the Southeast. PG13. 1h 33 m.

The Ellen Theatre 17 West Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: $11.50 - $13.50 (plus fees)

Age: PG13

Music

7-10pm Thu. Apr. 23

Dos Mayos

Live music while you soak! Featuring the local acoustic rock duo "Dos Mayos”.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Music

7pm Thu. Apr. 23

Leif Christian

Funk, rock, pop and classic rock

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: No Cover

Age: 21+

Music

7:30pm Thu. Apr. 23

Blake Brightman

Powerful Vocalist Blake Brightman, channels a lifetime of pain and experience into honest songwriting.

Stacey's 300 Mill St, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+