9am-5pm Mon. Dec. 4

Homeschool Mondays

To ensure the museum is accessible for homeschooled students, MOR offers limited, free admission monthly for homeschooled families.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free with registration

Age: K-12

10-11am Mon. Dec. 4

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

5-9pm Mon. Dec. 4

Shine It Forward Community Fundraiser

Come and be part of an evening that's open to all ages, featuring a family-friendly atmosphere, delicious dinner, and drinks—all to support HRDC's Homeward Point Project fundraising efforts.

SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop 451 E Main St, Bozeman

Age: all ages

9:30-10:30am Tue. Dec. 5

Preschool Pioneers

This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included w/ membership/admission

Age: Ages: 3-5

10:15-11:15am Tue. Dec. 5

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

11am-noon Tue. Dec. 5

Preschool Pioneers

This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included w/ membership/admission

Age: Ages: 3-5

4:30-8pm Tue. Dec. 5

Artisan Night at MAP Brewery

Join for us to visit and shop with an excellent group of talented local artists. Fine art to stocking stuffers. Painting, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, hand pressed paper goods, hats, stuffed animals and much much more. Come be a part of the fun.

Map Brewery 510 Manly Rd, Bozeman

Cost: Free for all

Age: all ages

6-8pm Tue. Dec. 5

Game Night Live Trivia

The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo's at both 6 & 7 pm!

Colombo's Pizza & Pasta 1003 W College St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6:15-7:15pm Tue. Dec. 5

Line Dancing Lessons with Western Roots

Line dancing is back and it is FUN! We're teaching classics and brand new dances every week. Grab your boots and join in!

Starlite Bozeman 622 E Tamarack St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: All Ages

7:30-8:30pm Tue. Dec. 5

Beginner Level Country Swing Lessons

Been wanting to learn how to country dance? This class is for you. Every week we will go over the basics of country swing. You will leave the class with different moves each week!

Starlite Bozeman 622 E Tamarack St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: All Ages

9:30-10:30am Wed. Dec. 6

Little Learners

This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages: 1 – 3

10:15-11:15am Wed. Dec. 6

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

11am-noon Wed. Dec. 6

Little Learners

This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages: 1 – 3

1-2pm Wed. Dec. 6

Sensational Babies

Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 0 -18 months

3-5:30pm Wed. Dec. 6

Bozeman Montessori Elementary Program Open House

Bozeman Montessori Elementary Program Snapshot. The Elementary Program connects children with their own capabilities and creativity, building the foundation for a lifelong love of learning, community, and thoughtful self expression.

Bozeman Montessori 233 Enterprise BLVD, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

3:45-5pm Wed. Dec. 6

Rec Mobile

Easy access to recreation for ALL children.

Valley West Park Clifden and Cascade Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

10:15-11:15am Thu. Dec. 7

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

3-7pm Thu. Dec. 7

Winter Wonderland Sleigh Rides

Grab a cup of hot cocoa or hot cider from the restaurant and take a 20 minute afternoon or evening ride and enjoy the beauty up close in our countryside setting.

Gallatin River Lodge 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman

Cost: Adults $35 I children 5-18 $20 I lap kids under 2 years old FREE

Fri. Dec. 8

The 26th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll

Highlights of this festive evening include the tree lighting ceremony, photos with Santa, illuminated cross country ski/fat bike trails and walkways, sleigh/wagon rides, carolers, and more!

Big Sky Town Center Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky

Age: all ages

9-9:30am Fri. Dec. 8

Virtual Fossil Fridays

Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall virtually on select Fridays to learn about one of the museum’s fantastic fossil specimens. Bring your curiosity and ask questions via Zoom.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10-11am Fri. Dec. 8

Little Learners

This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages: 1 – 3

10-11am Fri. Dec. 8

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

10:15-11:15am Fri. Dec. 8

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

1-2pm Fri. Dec. 8

Sensational Babies

Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 0 -18 months

3:45-5pm Fri. Dec. 8

Rec Mobile

Easy access to recreation for ALL children.

Valley West Park Clifden and Cascade Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

6pm Fri. Dec. 8

Victorian Holiday at the Tinsley House

Discover Montana cultures' holiday traditions, enjoy a planetarium show, craft Victorian holiday cards, listen to carolers, and savor seasonal treats.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children age 5 – 17, free for children up to age 4

Age: All Ages

7pm Fri. Dec. 8

Ennis Spirit of Christmas Stroll

Stop into shops into the evening and check out the ices sculptures and tree lighting at Peter T's Park. Brought to you by the Ennis Chamber of Commerce.

Downtown Ennis

Sat. Dec. 9

The 26th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll

Highlights of this festive evening include the tree lighting ceremony, photos with Santa, illuminated cross country ski/fat bike trails and walkways, sleigh/wagon rides, carolers, and more!

Big Sky Town Center Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky

Age: all ages

10am-noon Sat. Dec. 9

STEAM Saturdays

Local STEM professionals lead a fun activity relating to their field. Check the online calendar for guests.

Montana Science Center 2744 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: Free with admission

Age: All Ages

10am-2pm Sat. Dec. 9

Santa Paws

Join us for our annual Santa Paws - Pet photos with Santa! Please bring a suggested $10 donation to help care for our shelter pets.

Heart-The Valley Animal Shelter 1549 East Cameron Bridge Road, Bozeman

Cost: $10

10am Sat. Dec. 9

Magic Monster Show: Boomer's Arctic Adventure

Join Explorer Boomer and our hardy crew of improvisers on an imaginary journey into the arctic. What frozen tales will they spin? We don't know becuase we make it all up from your ideas! Boomer might encounter tickelish polar bear cubs, an evil ice-queen...

Gallatin High School 4455 Annie St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Best for ages 3 - 10

10:15-11am Sat. Dec. 9

Family Storytime

Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: birth-5 and their caregivers

11am-12:30pm Sat. Dec. 9

MBC’s Tea with Clara Returns

Join your favorite Nutcracker cast members for high tea and an assortment of fine treats and small bites. View live performance excerpts, meet Clara and other characters, have keepsake photos taken, join Clara on the stage, shop the boutique and more

The Baxter Hotel Ballroom 105 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $75

Age: All Ages

11:30am Sat. Dec. 9

Magic Monster Show: Boomer's Arctic Adventure

Join Explorer Boomer and our hardy crew of improvisers on an imaginary journey into the arctic. What frozen tales will they spin? We don't know becuase we make it all up from your ideas! Boomer might encounter tickelish polar bear cubs, an evil ice-queen...

Gallatin High School 4455 Annie St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Best for ages 3 - 10

2-3:30pm Sat. Dec. 9

MBC’s Tea with Clara Returns

Join your favorite Nutcracker cast members for high tea and an assortment of fine treats and small bites. View live performance excerpts, meet Clara and other characters, have keepsake photos taken, join Clara on the stage, shop the boutique and more

The Baxter Hotel Ballroom 105 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $75

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Sat. Dec. 9

Winter Wonderland Watch Party

Enjoy music, crafts, games, and cookies at our Winter Wonderland Watch Party, as we wait for the Belgrade Christmas Convoy to pass by!

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8:30pm Sat. Dec. 9

2023 Christmas Convoy

Logging trucks, semis, dump trucks, garbage trucks, and other types of trucks – over 75, in fact – all lit up and parading over a 7-mile long route.

Downtown Belgrade Downtown, Belgrade

6pm Sat. Dec. 9

Victorian Holiday at the Tinsley House

Discover Montana cultures' holiday traditions, enjoy a planetarium show, craft Victorian holiday cards, listen to carolers, and savor seasonal treats.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children age 5 – 17, free for children up to age 4

Age: All Ages

Sun. Dec. 10

The 26th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll

Highlights of this festive evening include the tree lighting ceremony, photos with Santa, illuminated cross country ski/fat bike trails and walkways, sleigh/wagon rides, carolers, and more!

Big Sky Town Center Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky

Age: all ages

1-3pm Sun. Dec. 10

The Nutcracker

Argentinian, Lucas Segovia, stars in Yellowstone Ballet Company's The Nutcracker Sunday, Dec. 10 1:00 & 4:30 p.m. Includes 406 CIRQUE, Classical Ballet Co. of Billings & Bridger View Ballet. Child FREE w/ adult ticket. Costume contest with prizes!

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $29 - $79, Child FREE

Age: All Ages

2-10pm Sun. Dec. 10

Game Night

Bring a game in to play and receive a free drink.

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

4:30-7:30pm Sun. Dec. 10

The Nutcracker

Argentinian, Lucas Segovia, stars in Yellowstone Ballet Company's The Nutcracker Sunday, Dec. 10 1:00 & 4:30 p.m. Includes 406 CIRQUE, Classical Ballet Co. of Billings & Bridger View Ballet. Child FREE w/ adult ticket. Costume contest with prizes!

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: $29 - $79, Child FREE

Age: All Ages

10-11am Mon. Dec. 11

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

9:30-10:30am Tue. Dec. 12

Preschool Pioneers

This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included w/ membership/admission

Age: Ages: 3-5

10:15-11:15am Tue. Dec. 12

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

11am-noon Tue. Dec. 12

Preschool Pioneers

This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included w/ membership/admission

Age: Ages: 3-5

6-8pm Tue. Dec. 12

Game Night Live Trivia

The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo's at both 6 & 7 pm!

Colombo's Pizza & Pasta 1003 W College St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6:15-7:15pm Tue. Dec. 12

Line Dancing Lessons with Western Roots

Line dancing is back and it is FUN! We're teaching classics and brand new dances every week. Grab your boots and join in!

Starlite Bozeman 622 E Tamarack St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: All Ages

7:30-8:30pm Tue. Dec. 12

Beginner Level Country Swing Lessons

Been wanting to learn how to country dance? This class is for you. Every week we will go over the basics of country swing. You will leave the class with different moves each week!

Starlite Bozeman 622 E Tamarack St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: All Ages

9:30-10:30am Wed. Dec. 13

Little Learners

This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages: 1 – 3