Classes

6-6:30am Fri. Aug. 7

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

Visual Art

10am-5pm Fri. Aug. 7

Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale

This event brings together the finest artisans, designers, collectors, and tastemakers to celebrate the bold, the beautiful, and the authentically Western.

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Cost: $20

Education

10am-6pm Fri. Aug. 7

Big Kid STEAM - Clay Impressions

Press natural artifacts into clay

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers

Kids

10:15-11am Fri. Aug. 7

Friday Friends

Babies and toddlers enjoy socialization - as do their caregivers! Friday Friends is an open play program geared towards littles ages 0-3. Come enjoy hot drinks and conversation during this weekly playtime! Siblings of all ages welcome.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Babies and toddlers 0-3, caregivers and siblings

Music

10:15-11:30am Fri. Aug. 7

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

11am-5pm Fri. Aug. 7

Plein Air Montana 2026 Exhibition & Sale

The Plein Air Montana Exhibition & Sale of artwork will be open July 25th through September 19th! 27 Artists from across the country traveled to Bozeman to paint our scenery, See & shop the paintings at Bozeman Art Museum!

Bozeman Art Museum BAM 2612 W Main St Suite B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. Aug. 7

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

Kids

noon-1pm Fri. Aug. 7

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

Visual Art

noon-4pm Fri. Aug. 7

ReCouture Boutique | Rooted & Rare First Friday Pop-Up with Caroline Gentry Ceramics

Rooted, rare, and made right here in Bozeman! Caroline Gentry Ceramics is joining our First Friday Pop-Up with handmade pieces featuring rich textures, earthy tones, and modern Montana style.

ReCouture Boutique 2320 West Main Street, Suite 1, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

12:30pm Fri. Aug. 7

36th Annual Bluegrass Festival

We've got another amazing year lined up for this three day festival featuring exciting new artists alongside the return of some of last year's all-stars. The best acts in bluegrass will make their way to the Tetons!

Grand Targhee Resort, Alta

Music

3-11pm Fri. Aug. 7

Sweet Pea Festival

Bozeman’s iconic summer celebration of the arts! Held each August in historic Lindley Park, Sweet Pea is a three-day community festival filled with live music, dance, theatre, visual arts, children’s activities, local food, and so much more.

Lindley Park 626 E Main St, Bozeman

Cost: DOS $60 for a 3-Day Pass

Age: All ages

Visual Art

4-5pm Fri. Aug. 7

Teen Art Lab - Flower Smashing

Make joyful and wacky art. Discover vibrant colors when flowers and cloth meet hammers.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Age: Teens

Music

4pm Fri. Aug. 7

Rappin The Rivers Festival

Checkout the event of the summer in Montana - Rappin The Rivers Festival (RAP / HIP-HOP / EDM)

1865 Montana 2, Cardwell

Cost: $49.33-$500

Age: All Ages

Music

5-7pm Fri. Aug. 7

Luke Stockwell

Bozeman-based singer/songwriter Luke Stockwell is right at home playing in Montana, blending classic country with modern grit.

Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman 5 E Baxter Ln, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

5-8pm Fri. Aug. 7

Friday Night Light(-ed Crafting Space)

Drop-in crafting time - bring your own project or get inspiration and supplies in store. All ages, all crafts.

Magpie Art Supply S Church at E Main, downstairs, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All ages, under middle school please bring an adult

Music

5-10pm Fri. Aug. 7

The Madison Festival

This FREE community concert and festival is focused on celebrating the Madison Valley and supports the expert healthcare you can depend on whether you were floating the river or live nearby.

Madison Double R 357 Varney Cutoff Road, Ennis

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

6-8pm Fri. Aug. 7

Dominick Antonelli

Dominick Antonelli is on his first national tour and will be sharing his second to last show at The Pony Bar in Pony, MT on Friday August 7th, 2026 from 6-8pm. Come out for an evening of original music, stories, wonderful food and drinks!

Pony Bar 108 Broadway Ave, Pony

Music

6-8pm Fri. Aug. 7

Celtic Music Live

Join us for LIVE 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

6:30pm Fri. Aug. 7

Dammit Duo

Dammit Lauren! is a rock and roll band formed in the middle of nowhere, Montana.

Burnt Tree Brewing 311 E Main St., Ennis

History

7-8:15pm Fri. Aug. 7

Murders, Madams, and Mediums: Bozeman's Dark Side Walking Tour

Bozeman’s darker history comes to light in an Extreme History Project walking tour designed to send a shiver up your spine.

The Extreme History Project 234 East Mendenhall St., Bozeman

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

Age: All Ages

Music

7-9pm Fri. Aug. 7

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

7-9pm Fri. Aug. 7

Show and Tell

Join The Bozeman Poetry Collective for show and tell. Bring your poems, paintings, songs, a new recipe, a cool rock you found! This is our most open format open mic. See you there!

Studio Wheelhouse 10 Evergreen Dr Ste B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

7-9pm Fri. Aug. 7

Mathias

Bozeman-based singer-songwriter Mathias has been playing music under the big sky of Montana for nearly two decades now. With powerful vocals and a percussive guitar style, he is known for his dynamic live performances.

Sacajawea Hotel 5 N Main St, Three Forks

Music

7-10pm Fri. Aug. 7

The Brothers Comatose | with The Bo Show

The Brothers Comatose are a roots-infused bluegrass band known for their infectious blend of Americana, folk, and traditional bluegrass. Based in San Francisco, California, the band has developed a reputation for their high-energy performances, heartfelt songwriting, and impressive musicianship.

Pine Creek Lodge 2496 E. River Road, Livingston

Cost: $30 ADVANCE - $40 DAY OF SHOW

Music

7-10pm Fri. Aug. 7

FREE Music in the Park - West Yellowstone

FREE Music in the Park in West Yellowstone. Vendors available. Bring your chairs and ice chests and your dancing shoes!

Music in the Park Pioneer Park, corner of Canyon & Hwy 20, West Yellowstone

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Stage

7pm Fri. Aug. 7

Friday Night Stand-Up w/ Eeland Stribling

Eeland Stribling, your aunty’s favorite stand-up comedian! Based in between Denver, CO and New York.

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

Cost: $24

Age: 18+

Sport

7pm Fri. Aug. 7

Weekly Racing

WISSOTA Street Stock, WISSOTA Super Stock, IMCA Modifieds, WISSOTA Midwest Mods

Gallatin Speedway 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade

Music

7:30-10pm Fri. Aug. 7

Dean Miller - Tribue to his Dad Roger Miller

An artist in his own right, enjoy an evening of music by Dean Miller, the Son of legendary artist Roger Miller as he plays a tribute to his Dad's music. The grill will be open for food purchases.

Music Ranch Montana 4664 Old Yellowstone Trail N, Livingston

Cost: Section A-$58, Section B-$45, Section C-$32

Music

8-10pm Fri. Aug. 7

Storyteller Series: Suzy Bogguss

This special Storyteller Series presentation welcomes Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Suzy Bogguss for an intimate evening celebrating the songs, stories, and remarkable career of one of America's most enduring voices in country and roots music.

Live From the Divide 106 N 2nd St, Livingston

Cost: $60-$80

Music

8-11pm Fri. Aug. 7

Kat Hasty

Kat Hasty makers her Westerner debut

The Westerner 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $25

Age: 21+

Music

8-11pm Fri. Aug. 7

Mars Daniels

Eastern Montana's own Mars Daniels brings authentic country music, gritty storytelling, and high-energy performances that feel right at home under the big sky. Blending modern country with classic roots, Mars delivers THE SHOW!

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Aug. 7

Bat Rastard

The newest, loudest, most eclectic All-American rock band from Montana.

Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Stage

9pm Fri. Aug. 7

Friday Night Stand-Up w/ Eeland Stribling

Eeland Stribling, your aunty’s favorite stand-up comedian! Based in between Denver, CO and New York.

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

Cost: $24

Age: 18+

Music

9pm Fri. Aug. 7

Gary Small & The Coyote Brothers

Blues Rock

The Murray Bar 201 W Park St, Livingston

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+