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

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.

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

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

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

6pm Fri. Sep. 25

2026 MSU Homecoming Pep Rally

Coach Vigen and our 2026 Captains will help rally the crowd along with the Spirit of the West Marching Band and MSU Spirit Squad! There will also be music, free refreshments, awesome prizes, an inflatable slide + kids’ activities curated by our local Non-Profits, and more.

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5am-11pm Sat. Sep. 26

Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village

Bumblewood Thicket fairy village is an enchanted (and enchanting) fairy village with 21 fairy homes and businesses crafted by local artists. The fairy village is free, self-guided, and open to fairy fans of all ages!

Glen Lake Rotary Park Off Manley Rd, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-6pm Sat. Sep. 26

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

10am-6pm Sat. Sep. 26

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)

10:15-11:15am Sat. Sep. 26

Family Storytime

Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers! Stay for community, sensory exploration, hands-on learning, and playtime.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: birth-5 and their caregivers

11am-1pm Sat. Sep. 26

Teen D&D Sessions: Group #2

Soar high into a world of adventure with DM Peter!

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

1-2pm Sat. Sep. 26

Talon Talks

Join us for an engaging exploration of bird of prey adaptations! Learn about MRCC’s mission and meet our raptor ambassadors. Each presentation has a unique theme—attend one or all! Tickets are limited to 50. Register on the website.

Montana Raptor Conservation Center 161 Bent Wing Rd, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Age: All Ages

2-3pm Sat. Sep. 26

Family Kitchen Lab - Pear Snacking Cake

Fresh and fruity fall treat.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids aged 5-11 with caregivers

4pm Sat. Sep. 26

Author Reading & Sing-Along with Deb Halliday

Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome Montana children's book author Deb Halliday on Saturday, September 26 at 4pm!

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

8:30pm Sat. Sep. 26

2026 MSU Homecoming Pep Rally

Coach Vigen and our 2026 Captains will help rally the crowd along with the Spirit of the West Marching Band and MSU Spirit Squad! There will also be music, free refreshments, awesome prizes, an inflatable slide + kids’ activities curated by our local Non-Profits, and more.

Bobcat Stadium 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5am-11pm Sun. Sep. 27

Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village

Bumblewood Thicket fairy village is an enchanted (and enchanting) fairy village with 21 fairy homes and businesses crafted by local artists. The fairy village is free, self-guided, and open to fairy fans of all ages!

Glen Lake Rotary Park Off Manley Rd, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

8:30am-noon Sun. Sep. 27

Ressler Motors x Riverhouse BBQ Cars & Coffee

Ressler Motors has partnered with Riverhouse BBQ to serve up breakfast, coffee, and cool cars from 9am-noon. Join the Southwest Montana car community - all are welcomed to display and/or attend! Cruise to Big Sky departs 8:30AM from Ressler Chevy.

Riverhouse BBQ & events 45130 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

9am-2pm Sun. Sep. 27

Timberline Trail Run at Crosscut

Timberline Trail Run at Crosscut is a signature trail running event hosted by Crosscut Mountain Sports Center in collaboration with Montana State University Nordic Ski Team on our summer trail network in beautiful Bridger Canyon.

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center 16621 Bridger Canyon Rd, Bozeman

Cost: Free - $40

Age: All Ages

10am-6pm Sun. Sep. 27

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

10am-6pm Sun. Sep. 27

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)

9:30-10:10am Mon. Sep. 28

Mini Beat Drop

Mini Beat Drop is a high-energy dance class designed for little movers ages 5 and under and their favorite adult :) Each session introduces basic dance foundations, coordination and rhythm all taught in a way that embraces imagination and fun :)

The Demi Space 1928 N 22nd Ave #2, Bozeman, MT 59718, Bozeman

Cost: $15 for single kid/$20 for families with multiple kids

Age: 5 years old and under (front pack friendly class for babies not walking yet too!)

10am-6pm Mon. Sep. 28

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

10am-6pm Mon. Sep. 28

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

10:15-11:45am Mon. Sep. 28

Media and Design Lab

Explore design skills, principles, and software.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 12+

10am-6pm Tue. Sep. 29

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

10am-6pm Tue. Sep. 29

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

10:15-11:15am Tue. Sep. 29

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

3:45-5pm Tue. Sep. 29

Tween Art Studio - Weaving

Explore the ancient art of creating textiles from a pile.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Age: Tweens (8-11)

5-6pm Tue. Sep. 29

Home-buying Primer for Teens

How early is too early to start thinking about your dream home? Never! In fact, the earlier you start planning, the more prepared you'll be when the time comes.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Age: Teens

9:30-10:30am Wed. Sep. 30

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

10am-6pm Wed. Sep. 30

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

10am-6pm Wed. Sep. 30

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

10:15-11:30am Wed. Sep. 30

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.

4-5pm Wed. Sep. 30

Midweek Eats

Cozy foods in under an hour

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 1

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

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 1

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

10:15-11:15am Thu. Oct. 1

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

3:30-5pm Thu. Oct. 1

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

4-5pm Thu. Oct. 1

Teen Kitchen Lab - Chai and Cider Spice Blending

Blend aromatic spices for your perfect cup of chai or cider.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

9-10am Fri. Oct. 2

Virtual Fossil Fridays

Step into the world of paleontology with Museum Education Specialist MaggieJo Widdicombe! From live Q&As with global dinosaur experts to step-by-step dino drawing tutorials, Virtual Fossil Friday is your front-row seat to ancient discovery.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

9:30-10:30am Fri. Oct. 2

Little Leaners (Ages 1-3)

A specially designed interactive experience for toddlers and their caregivers, including shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration. $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: Ages 1-3

10am-6pm Fri. Oct. 2

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

10am-6pm Fri. Oct. 2

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

10:15-11:30am Fri. Oct. 2

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.

11am-noon Fri. Oct. 2

Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3-5)

A unique program designed for children and their caregivers, featuring fun, handson activities that focus on a topic related to the museum’s exhibits. $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: Ages 3-5

1-2pm Fri. Oct. 2

Sensational Babies (0-18 months)

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

5:30-7:30pm Fri. Oct. 2

POPnology Members Opening

Be among the first to explore POPnology, an interactive exhibition where iconic pop culture fuels real-world technological innovation! Registration is suggested & is for MOR members only.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free for MOR Members

Age: All Ages

10am-2pm Sat. Oct. 3

Hidden Gem Fall Market

Hidden Gem Market is back for a Halloween-themed fall market at Wild River Thrift! Come shop local makers, artists, vintage sellers, and small businesses while Spirit Halloween brings the spooky atmosphere to the parking lot and so much more!

wild river thrift 8440 huffine lane, bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-3pm Sat. Oct. 3

BRIDGER BOWL

Join us October 3 & 4 from 10am-3pm for a free, family-friendly weekend celebrating raptors, migration, education & community at Bridger Bowl.

Bridger Bowl 15795 Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-5pm Sat. Oct. 3

Bozeman Sports Cards Fall Show

The Bozeman Sports Cards Fall Show returns Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds! This free, family-friendly event will feature more than 120 tables filled with sports cards, Pokémon, comics, collectibles, and much more.

Gallatin County Fairgrounds 901 N. Black, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages