Classes

6-6:30am Fri. Sep. 25

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

9-10am Fri. Sep. 25

Virtual Fossil Friday

Dig deeper into paleontology with interviews from international paleontologists, drawing tutorials, featured fossil “deep dives”, and more. Themes vary by week. Register with the Zoom link.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

9:30-10:30am Fri. Sep. 25

Little Learners

A specially designed interactive experience for toddlers and their caregivers, including shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration. Click on an event to learn more.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $5/member, $7/non-member

Age: Ages 1-3

Kids

10am-6pm Fri. Sep. 25

Teen Corner Exploration - Mini Balloon Dogs

Cut and twist Mardi Gras beads into mini balloon dogs. Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Education

10am-6pm Fri. Sep. 25

Big Kid STEAM - Sailing Ships

Construct a wind-powered vessel and then sail it across a tiny sea.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

Music

10:15-11:15am Fri. Sep. 25

Petite Concert - Preschool Concert

Come for classical music for tiny ears, then stay for art and playtime. Sponsored by Montana Chamber Music.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids ages 3-5 years and their caregivers

Music

10:15-11:30am Fri. Sep. 25

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.

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. Sep. 25

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

Education

1-2pm Fri. Sep. 25

Sensational Babies

Engage with your baby through interactive, shared reading experiences, singing, movement, and exploration activities specifically designed for newborns up to 18 months old. $5/member child; $7/non-member child. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $5/member, $7/non-member

Age: 0-18 months

Kids

4-6pm Fri. Sep. 25

Teen Switch-It-Up Fridays

Did you know your library offers Switch games? Come play on our system in the Teen Lounge, or bring your own device (we have snacks if nothing else)! No RSVP necessary.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Age: Teens

Visual Art

5-8pm Fri. Sep. 25

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

5-8pm Fri. Sep. 25

The Boomerang Trio

Classic 70's and 80's tunes from multiple genres (Rock, Blues, Americana, Bluegrass, and Country). Mat Mahan (Guitar/Mandolin/Harmonica), Kate Bryan (Guitar, Cajon and Clarinet), Mike Helland (Bass, Sax and Flute). LISTEN: www.KateBryanMusic.com/Boom

Sacajawea Hotel (Music in Pompey's Bar & Grill) 5 North Main Street, Three Forks

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

6-8pm Fri. Sep. 25

Poetry Open Mic

Join The Bozeman Poetry Colleagain for our next open Mic! This is an all ages open mic so please leave your Fbombs at home. All art forms are welcome, bring your poems, music, tight 5 or a cool rock.

Steep Mountain Teahouse 402 E Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

6-8pm Fri. Sep. 25

Beading Our Stories Workshop: Traditions of Montana Tribes

Discover the artistry and traditions of beadwork while learning new skills and creating a handcrafted piece to take home. $30/member, $35/non-member. For ages 16+ and registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

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

Age: Ages 16+

Food & Drink

6pm Fri. Sep. 25

A Night of Valle

An extraordinary evening celebrating the inaugural Big Sky Food & Wine Festival with a one-night-only culinary collaboration featuring award-winning Chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle.

Montage Big Sky 995 Settlement Trail, Big Sky

Cost: $245

Age: 21+

Music

7-9pm Fri. Sep. 25

Opera Montana Presents: A River Runs Through It

Opera Montana will present the World Premiere of A River Runs Through It in September 2026, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the publication of Norman Maclean’s now-classic novella.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $40-150

Age: All Ages

Music

7-10pm Fri. Sep. 25

Jorma Kaukonen

American blues, folk, and rock guitarist

Pine Creek Lodge 2496 E. River Road, Livingston

Cost: $35 ADVANCE - $50 DAY OF SHOW

Stage

7-10pm Fri. Sep. 25

closer

Closer (1997) is a dramatic play by British playwright Patrick Marber.

Bozeman Event Space 14 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $28.52

Age: 18+

Music

7pm Fri. Sep. 25

Maria Bamford

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Maria Bamford for a live performance.

The ELM 506 N 7th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $41 - $77

Age: All Ages

Music

7pm Fri. Sep. 25

Boomerangs

The Boomerang's repertoire is varied and includes classic tunes from The Band, Stevie Ray Vaugn, Bonnie Raitt, Bob Dylan, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Joni Mitchell, Lucinda Williams, The Travelling Wilburys, Jimmy Buffett, Sheryl Crow, Marshall Tucker Band and Shania Twain.

Sacajawea Hotel 5 N Main St, Three Forks

Stage

7pm Fri. Sep. 25

Play: Closer

Empty ( ) Space Company, led by Bradford Rosenbloom and Evan Wilmes, will present us with the deeply moving and provocative story Closer by playwright Patrick Marber.

Bozeman Event Space 14 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $28.52

Age: 18+

Music

8pm Fri. Sep. 25

Dead Sky

Grateful Dead Tribute Band.

The Filling Station 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $25 ADV, $30 DOS

Age: 21+

Music

9pm Fri. Sep. 25

Mosquitoes On The River

Bozeman's new hit Dead band

The Murray Bar 201 W Park St, Livingston

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+