Fundraiser
midnight-6pm Fri. May. 1
One Valley Community Foundation’s Give Big Gallatin Valley returns from 6 pm April 30 to 6 pm May 1. Explore hundreds of local nonprofits and support the causes you care about completely fee-free. Learn more and donate at GiveBigGV.org.
One Valley Community Foundation 1871 S 22nd Avenue Suite 1, Bozeman
Food & Drink
Fri. May. 1
This 7-day event will be filled with good eats and drinks, off-menu specials, exclusive dining experiences, plus chances to win some fabulous prizes from local sponsors!
Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Food & Drink
Fri. May. 1
The Backyard Boogie is presented by Bozeman Running Company, supporting local running organizations and clubs in the Gallatin Valley during the annual GIVE BIG event!
MAP Brewing Co 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman
Cost: $20
Classes
6-6:30am Fri. May. 1
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
Sport
7am-7pm Fri. May. 1
Come together and help us raise $5,000 for Cancer Support Community during Give Big Gallatin Valley 2026. Sign up for one or more 30-minute time slots to walk, jog, or run in support of our mission.
The Ridge Athletic Club 4181 Fallon Street, Bozeman
Food & Drink
7am-9pm Fri. May. 1
Come visit Fielding’s during Restaurant Week and indulge in something special! Enjoy curated prix fixe menus available all day-featuring a 2-course elevated lunch for $36 and a 3-course elevated dinner for $75. Reservations recommended!
Fielding's 24 W Mendenhall Street, Bozeman
Age: All Ages
Education
9-10am Fri. May. 1
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
Visual Art
9am-1:30pm Fri. May. 1
Come shop this secondhand art market fueled entirely by community art donations! The New to You Art Sale fills the Emerson Ballroom with hundreds of original works, creating an exciting treasure-hunt experience for art lovers in the valley.
The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Recreation
10am-4pm Fri. May. 1
Visit the museum free of charge (donations encouraged) on May 1st as we celebrate Give Big 2026! Give Big is an annual 24-hour giving event that connects generous community members with local nonprofits to raise critical unrestricted funds.
Gallatin History Museum 317 W Main, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Education
10am-6pm Fri. May. 1
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
Fundraiser
10am-6pm Fri. May. 1
Join Us for a Parking Lot Party During Give Big! 🎉 Come celebrate with us for a day of community, connection, and impact! Enjoy live music, powerful testimonies, an open mic, and games, plus Prairie Dogs will be serving up their custom hot dogs!
Recovery Point 2000 n 7th ave, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Kids
10:15-11am Fri. May. 1
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. May. 1
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.
Food & Drink
11am-9pm Fri. May. 1
It's Bavik Week at SHINE! Stop in for swag giveaways, pints, and a good time!
SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop 451 E Main St, Bozeman
Fitness
noon-1pm Fri. May. 1
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. May. 1
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
Kids
noon-6pm Fri. May. 1
Bozeman's BEST Church Rummage/Garage Sale: Furniture, Quality Clothing, Outdoor Gear, Housewares/Small Appliances, Children's clothing and Toys, Books, Tools and much more - Best Prices / Very Reasonable. NOTE: $2 Bag Sale: Sat., 1-2 PM
Pilgrim Church 2118 S. 3rd Avenue, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Kids
2:45-4:15pm Fri. May. 1
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
Fitness
3-5pm Fri. May. 1
Join us for a unique experience blending yoga and grief recovery methods to navigate through challenging emotions.
Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness 4055 Valley Commons Drive #Ste B2, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 18+
Kids
4-6pm Fri. May. 1
Join us for our Give Big Open Barn and meet the horses and humans who make our programs possible! Enjoy family friendly activities, snacks & drinks, and meet rescue minis from Cowboy Heaven Mini Horse Safe Haven. We hope to see you there!
Windhorse Equine Learning 3477 Johnson Rd, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Kids
4-9pm Fri. May. 1
Potential MT will partner with WildRye Distillery to host a Give Big Gallatin Valley fundraising event. The evening will focus on community engagement, awareness, and fundraising in a fun, interactive environment.
Wildrye Distilling 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Music
5-7pm Fri. May. 1
Enjoy an evening of live music by Lena Rich!
Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman 5 E Baxter Ln, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Visual Art
5-8pm Fri. May. 1
Come one, come all to the 2026 Bozeman SPRING MADE fair! The MADE fair is a modern handcrafted market with local artists & makers. Our curated collection of artisans represents the best, and we put on quite a show.
Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman
Cost: $10 VIP PASS // FRIDAY MAY 1: 5- 8 PM $5 EARLY BIRD PASS // SATURDAY, MAY 2: 9 -10 AM FREE ENTRY // SAT 10 AM- 4 PM
Wellness
5:30-7pm Fri. May. 1
You're invited! Join us for light refreshments, tour the office, mingle and learn more about Blair upper cervical chiropractic! Free entry to win raffle prizes, including a new patient package, an adrenal support kit and fun swag!
Ancestral Health Chiropractic 1128 East Main Street Ste. 2, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 18+
Music
6-8pm Fri. May. 1
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
Music
6-8pm Fri. May. 1
Folk, country and blues
Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman
Music
6-9pm Fri. May. 1
Join Yellowstone Forever as we gather ‘round the campfire at The Lark in Downtown Bozeman in celebration of conservation and community! Enjoy live music by local artists, s’mores making, incredible giveaways, and complementary refreshments!
The Lark Bozeman 122 West Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Music
7-9pm Fri. May. 1
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. May. 1
Set on a sun-drenched Greek island, Mamma Mia tells the story of a young woman on the eve of her wedding who searches for the identity of her birth father and comes up with three possible suspects. This is a walk down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Bozeman High School Auditorium Entrance from 15th St. and Ruth Thibeault Drive, Bozeman
Cost: $20 General, $15 Student, $10 for 12 and under.
Age: All Ages
Music
7-9pm Fri. May. 1
Join us for show and tell with our friends at Studio Wheelhouse. This is your chance to show off the cool book you bought, the first 3 chords of a new song, your budding tap dance career, and of course, your poems.
Studio Wheelhouse 10 Evergreen Dr Ste B, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Music
7-10pm Fri. May. 1
Live music
Sacajawea Hotel 5 N Main St, Three Forks
Stage
7pm Fri. May. 1
Hayden’s quick wit and cheerful self-deprecation has earned them a spot as an America’s Got Talent semifinalist. Liam Nelson is a New York City-based comedian who has performed nationwide with top comics.
Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman
Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)
Age: 18+
Music
7pm Fri. May. 1
Join us to close out 24 hours of generosity with a night of live music at the Rialto with Lena Marie Schiffer and by local favorites Abby Webster & Her Imaginary Band.
Tinworks at Rialto 10 W Main St, Bozeman
Cost: $20 advance purchase or $25 at the door
Age: All Ages
Music
7pm Fri. May. 1
Americana/Alt Country singer/songwriter from Montana
The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant
Cost: No Cover
Age: 21+
Stage
7pm Fri. May. 1
Come see 60 students from Whittier and Bozeman Summit School in this classic musical tale!
Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman
Cost: $5
Music
7:30-10pm Fri. May. 1
Presented by local students aged 13 to 18, THE LIGHTNING THIEF follows 16 year-old Percy Jackson as he journeys into the world of the Gods.
The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts 415 E. Lewis Street, Livingston
Cost: $25 Adult, $19 Senior/Military/Student/Educator, $13 Youth
Age: All Ages
Music
8-10:30pm Fri. May. 1
Australia's Biggest ladies night is taking over the stage! Catch the HUNKS for a breath-taking performance like none other!
Covellite Theatre 215 W Broadway St, Butte
Age: 21+
Music
8-11pm Fri. May. 1
Psychedelic Country Music from North and South America
The Attic 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston
Cost: $10
Music
8-11pm Fri. May. 1
Brandon Hale and The Dirty Shame bring a road-worn blend of outlaw country and raw Americana, shaped by backroom bars, busted jukeboxes, and long Montana nights. Raised on the rebel spirit of Waylon, Willie, Merle, and Hank Jr.
The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway
Cost: $10
Age: 21+
Music
9-11pm Fri. May. 1
A 5 piece Rock & Roll band from Bozeman
Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
Music
9-11pm Fri. May. 1
Emma and The Ledge is a guitar-slinging, blues-singing, sister duo from the Gallatin Valley.
Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman
Nightlife
9pm Fri. May. 1
Levi Blom is an emerging Country singer-songwriter from Butte, Montana, whose story is as authentic as the music he writes. His heartfelt songwriting and commanding stage presence have already landed him opening spots for major acts, including Joe Nichols, Reckless Kelly, and Blackhawk. His music speaks to life’s highs and lows, love and loss, and the resilience it takes to keep moving forward.
Bridger Brewing Three Forks 75 Vigilante Way, Three Forks
Cost: $10
Age: 18+
Stage
9pm Fri. May. 1
Hayden’s quick wit and cheerful self-deprecation has earned them a spot as an America’s Got Talent semifinalist. Liam Nelson is a New York City-based comedian who has performed nationwide with top comics.
Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman
Cost: $24 ($30 at the door)
Age: 18+
Music
9pm Fri. May. 1
Blues, R&B
The Murray Bar 201 W Park St, Livingston
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
