Recreation

Fri. Dec. 22

12 Days of Bikemas 2023

Go Gallatin, the City of Bozeman, and the Bozeman Downtown Business Partnership are excited to put on the 3nd annual “12 Days of Bikemas” to help residents and businesses get into the Active Christmas Spirit.

Education

Fri. Dec. 22

Lewis & Clark Caverns Candlelight Tours

This special event allows visitors to see and enjoy the caverns by the warm, festive glow of candle lanterns. Participants must make a reservation prior to their tour.

Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park 25 Lewis and Clark Caverns Rd., Whitehall

Cost: $25 for visitors ages 15 and older, and $15 for visitors ages 5 to 14

Age: 5+

Education

9am-3pm Fri. Dec. 22

Snowflake Science Creations

Learn about the science of ice and snow while creating cool crafts -- like laser-cut snowflakes -- using our high-tech tools! For children currently in 1st-5th grade.

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $285 ($310 w/Aftercare)

Age: Grades 1-5

Education

10-11am Fri. Dec. 22

Preschool Science

Shared storytime, STEAM activity, & take-home craft sponsored by Bozeman Health. Mondays & Fridays. Free with Admission.

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: Free with admission

Age: All Ages

Education

10am-noon Fri. Dec. 22

Winter Wonderland

Every day during Winter Wonderland, we’ll have a hands-on science activity at the Science Station and a craft to take home!

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Words

10:15-11:15am Fri. Dec. 22

Toddler & Preschooler 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 and their caregivers

Business

12:10-1pm Fri. Dec. 22

Bozeman Gold Club

A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.

First Security Bank 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

3-6pm Fri. Dec. 22

Open Lab in the STEAMlab

Included with admission or membership.

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: No Cover

Age: 5-18

Music

3-11pm Fri. Dec. 22

Yule Celebration

Come join us for a family friendly event. Free until 8pm then $5 cover. Music, fire spinning and games.

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE $5 after 8pm

Age: All Ages

Nightlife

4-7pm Fri. Dec. 22

Winter Lights & Delights

Experience the enchantment of Big Sky Town Center every Friday between 4–7pm from December 22 to the end of March.

Big Sky Town Center Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky

Cost: no cost

Age: all ages

Education

4pm Fri. Dec. 22

Fire Station Tour WAITLIST

December Tour is FULL; please sign up for the Waiting List(s). Thank you for understanding.

CVFD Station 1, Belgrade

Nightlife

5-6pm Fri. Dec. 22

Country Swing Intensive Class

In these classes we will be diving into a different aspect of dance that once mastered will make you a better dancer. Tighter spins, more confident following and stronger leads!

Starlite Bozeman 622 E Tamarack St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: All Ages

Stage

5:30-6:30pm Fri. Dec. 22

Fresh 5 Friday

The Friday 5, 5 comics doing 5 fresh minutes of material +5 open mic slots & $5 Drink Specials.

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

Cost: FREE

Age: 18+

Music

6-8pm Fri. Dec. 22

Drink and Draw with @artbywolves

Celtic music with a family friendly environment.

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Roadtrip

6-9pm Fri. Dec. 22

Holiday Sip & Shop

Your favorite event is back at your favorite place! Join us for a fun night of drinks & shopping! Whiskey & Lace Boutique will be setting up shop! What’s better than The Pony Bar & shopping? See you there!

Pony Bar 108 Broadway Ave, Pony

Age: 21+

Music

6:30-8:30pm Fri. Dec. 22

Friday Night Jazz

Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.

Red Tractor Pizza 1007 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: all ages

Kids

6:45-8:15pm Fri. Dec. 22

Skate with Santa

Join us for our annual Skate with Santa! Come dressed in your best Christmas apparel and take pictures with the infamous man in red. ALL ages and skating abilities are welcome! Rental included.

Ice Barn 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $10 individual

Age: all ages

Stage

7-8:30pm Fri. Dec. 22

Friday Night with Lucas Zelnick

Lucas Zelnick is a stand-up comedian born, raised, and based in New York City, who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material. Lucas has appeared in SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival.

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

Cost: $24 online / $30 at the door

Age: 18+

Stage

7:30pm Fri. Dec. 22

Play: A Christmas Carol

Witness firsthand as Scrooge is haunted by Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: Youth (4-14) $21.75, Main $27.75, Premium $39.75

Music

8-10pm Fri. Dec. 22

Live Music

Featuring local and touring music acts.

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Music

8pm Fri. Dec. 22

Montana Deluxe

Genre Busting music

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: no cover

Stage

9-10:30pm Fri. Dec. 22

Friday Night with Lucas Zelnick

Lucas Zelnick is a stand-up comedian born, raised, and based in New York City, who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material. Lucas has appeared in SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival.

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

Cost: $24 online / $30 at the door

Age: 18+

Music

9-11pm Fri. Dec. 22

Jack Easternhouse

Local live music.

Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman

Age: 21+

Music

9pm Fri. Dec. 22

Band of Drifters

The Band of Drifters plays Modern American Roots Music and they encourage you to dance.

Chico Hot Springs 163 Chico Road, Pray

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Music

9pm Fri. Dec. 22

710 Ashbury

Find a way to brave the cold rain and snow and get down to Tips Up for some good times.

Tips Up 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+