Music

Thu. Jul. 16

Big Sky Country State Fair

Kick up some dust and have a good time under The Big Sky!

Gallatin County Fairgrounds 901 N. Black, Bozeman

Cost: $8 Senior (62+) $12 Adult $5 Youth (Ages 6-12) $0 Children (5 and under)

Age: All Ages

Classes

6-6:30am Thu. Jul. 16

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

8:30am-12:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Strengthening Collaboration through Real Colors

Discover your unique strengths and gain practical tools to improve relationships, collaboration, and workplace effectiveness in this in-person Real Colors® fundamentals workshop.

Montana State University , Bozeman

Cost: $125

Age: 18+

Education

10am-6pm Thu. Jul. 16

Big Kid STEAM Play - Space Immersion Experience

Travel to outer space from the comfort of your own library.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers

Shopping

10am-6pm Thu. Jul. 16

Lela Rose Boutique Pop-Up

A Celebration of Western Craftsmanship

Montage Big Sky 995 Settlement Trail, Big Sky

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Words

10:15-11:15am Thu. Jul. 16

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

Kids

10:15-11:30am Thu. Jul. 16

Family Storytime

Family Storytime is geared towards kids ages 0-6. It will feature songs, rhymes, and stories, followed up by a craft or activity.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids 0-6, caregivers and siblings

Visual Art

10:15-11:30am Thu. Jul. 16

Work Bench Demo Day

Stop by to see the Work Bench to see the equipment in action. This is a drop in event so you can stop by for just a moment or hang out the entire time.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Kids

noon-1pm Thu. Jul. 16

Free Summer Lunch for Kids & Teens

Free, delicious, and nutritious lunch for kids and teens.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids and Teens

Words

noon-1pm Thu. Jul. 16

Virtual Author Talk - Reyna Grande

Migrant Heart: The Hidden Cost of the American Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande.

Online through Bozeman Public Library

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Words

12:10-1:10pm Thu. Jul. 16

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. Jul. 16

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. Jul. 16

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. Jul. 16

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. Jul. 16

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

Shopping

2-6pm Thu. Jul. 16

Boutique Pop-Up: A Celebration of Western Craftsmanship

A Celebration of Western Craftsmanship.

Montage Big Sky 995 Settlement Trail, Big Sky

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Kids

3:30-5pm Thu. Jul. 16

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

Education

4-5pm Thu. Jul. 16

Teen Kitchen Lab - Cheese Making

Investigate food science while making your own soft cheese.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Food & Drink

4-7pm Thu. Jul. 16

Belgrade Farmers Market

The Belgrade Farmers’ Market is a great place to gather on Thursday afternoons—whether you’re shopping for fresh produce, enjoying live music, or just catching up with neighbors at the park!

Lewis and Clark Park 205 E. Main St, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

5:30-7pm Thu. Jul. 16

America at 250: History Comes Alive at MOR Experience York’s Life: A Reenacted History with Hasan Davis

Experience history come to life by listening to the life and experiences of York, the enslaved man on the Lewis and Clark expedition.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member; $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

Music

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Music in the Park Summer Series

Every Thursday ~ beginning June 18th - September 24th. (In case of bad weather, we’ll plan to move inside. Please check Peter T’s park or Ennis Chamber FB page for updates.)

Peter T's Park 213 Main St, Ennis

Cost: FREE

Music

5:30-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Brandon Hale Porch Party

Live country music

Sacajawea Hotel 5 N Main St, Three Forks

History

6-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Along the Gallagator: History of the Railway, South Tracy, and More!

Join us for a stroll along the Gallagator Trail.

Bozeman Sculpture Park 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: $20 General Admission, $18 Seniors and Students

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

6-8pm Thu. Jul. 16

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Bozeman Spirits Distillery 121 W Main St, Bozeman

Music

6-8pm Thu. Jul. 16

Bluegrass Jam

Come play, sing or just enjoy.

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Music

6-8pm Thu. Jul. 16

Cooper Tedford

Cooper Tedford is a small time musician raised up in Virginia and based out of Bozeman. His songs are personal stories that others relate with. His latest EP, Everybody's Got One, is about loving an addict and the accompanying turmoil. But, take whatever meaning you want from it. Everybody has some pain, so you’re never the only one.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Education

6-9pm Thu. Jul. 16

Wildlife Speaker Series with the Ruby Habitat Foundation

Join us for the FREE Wildlife Speaker Series event with Ruby Habitat Foundation!

Ruby Habitat Foundation 2597 Montana 287, Sheridan

Cost: FREE

Music

6pm Thu. Jul. 16

Front Porch Pickin' Summer '26

Let's Boogie y'all! Cue the music!

Follow Yer' Nose BBQ ​4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant

Words

6:30-8pm Thu. Jul. 16

Third Thursday Book Club

Book discussion, opinion-sharing, refreshments, and lots of fun! The 3rd Thursday Book Club meets each month at 6:30 PM. It is open to young adult and up in age, and new members are always welcome. To pick up a copy of this month's selection, just ask at the Information Desk.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Young adults and adults

Classes

6:30-8pm Thu. Jul. 16

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

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

R0CK’N Bingo w/Rockstar Trivia

Come play!

Colombo's Pizza & Pasta 1003 West College Street, Bozeman

Food & Drink

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Music on Main

Bring the kids from 6:30 to 8 PM for kids’ activities run by local nonprofits. Then, enjoy live music from 7 to 8:30 PM. Grab a bite to eat from numerous local food vendors that will be on site, or step into a few of the downtown stores that stay open late!

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

Music

6:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Music in the Mountains: Kenny Feidler

This weekly event creates a central gathering space where locals and visitors can enjoy performances from a diverse lineup of regional and touring artists. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab a bite from local food vendors, and settle in for an evening of music.

Len Hill Park 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky

Cost: FREE

Age: All ages

Stage

7-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Art! with Dr. Ike, Ph.D., Episode 1–Contemporary Art at the Barbershop

How and why do contemporary Black artists represent the barbershop? In this episode, we’ll look at the artwork of Devan Shimoyama and how the barbershop can be a place of wonder, transformation, and community.

Tinworks Art 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Food & Drink

7-9pm Thu. Jul. 16

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Gravel Bar 305 E Main St., Ennis

Music

7-10pm Thu. Jul. 16

The Flinns

Live music while you soak! Featuring the Texas-based country duo Max & Brittany Flinn.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Music

7-10pm Thu. Jul. 16

Andy Frasco & The U.N.

Genre blending rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, United States in 2007.

Pine Creek Lodge 2496 E. River Road, Livingston

Cost: $35 ADVANCE - $50 DAY OF SHOW

Music

7-11pm Thu. Jul. 16

Benjamin Tod + Leon Majcen

Country

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: $43.65

Age: All Ages

Music

7pm Thu. Jul. 16

Montana Chamber Music Summer Festival

Summer concerts in different Montana locations

The History Museum, Great Falls

Music

7:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

The Music Man

Celebrating 32 Years of Summer Musicals - and 17 years at The Ellen! Montana TheatreWorks proudly present this five-time Tony Award® winner and one of the most beloved musicals of all time - The Music Man.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $29.75 - $59.75

Age: 6+

Music

8-10pm Thu. Jul. 16

Open Mic Night

Come grab a cold drink and some awesome food! We can’t wait to see you there!

Bozeman Taproom 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Music

8-11pm Thu. Jul. 16

Summer Soiree

Join us every Thursday from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM for Summer Soirée at Sky Shed. Enjoy an evening of live DJ entertainment, dancing, and specialty cocktails featuring Minuty Rosé and Volcan tequila all while taking in beautiful sunset views.

Sky Shed 24 W Mendenhall, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

9-11pm Thu. Jul. 16

Daily Confused

Daily Confused is a garage rock band from Bozeman, Montana. Brought together through the love of skiing and mountain living, the group has been making original music and performing live in the area since 2018.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover