6pm Thu. Sep. 10

Poetry, Place & the Past

Join Extreme History for a special evening where history and poetry come together at Glen Lake Rotary Park.

Glen Rotary Centennial Pavillion 173 Bridger Vale Dr, Bozeman

Cost: $20

Age: All Ages

Fri. Sep. 11

Remembrance Day

Post 14 will lead the September 11th ceremonies on Friday, September 11 at 9:00AM at the Bozeman Safety Center located at 901 N. Rouse Ave. This is the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Governor Gianforte has been invited to deliver our open and closi

Bozeman Safety Center 901 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Sep. 11

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

8-11pm Fri. Sep. 11

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. learn about the colorful haunted history of Bozeman.

Court Hours Corner of 3rd and Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: 10 a person and more details on tickets on website

Age: All Ages

11am-7pm Sat. Sep. 12

Butte Food Truck Festival 2026

Butte's September Food Festival is ON! Upcoming Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 11am-7pm

Uptown Butte Food Festival 34 E Galena street, Butte

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

1-4pm Sat. Sep. 12

Open House

Tour this beautiful historic home and learn about the Lewis family who lived there. Tickets available at gallatinhistorymuseum.org or at the door.

Samuel Lewis Home 308 South Bozeman Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: $10 (Ages 13 and up), $5 (Ages 12 and under)

Age: All Ages

3-4pm Sat. Sep. 12

Chiseled Art & Enduring Memory: Bozeman’s Historic Black Community in Sunset Hills Cemetery

This walking tour through Sunset Hills Cemetery explores the history of Bozeman’s Black community by visiting the headstones of those who helped shape the town’s early years.

Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman

Cost: $20

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Sat. Sep. 12

MOR's History on Tap

Unwind for an evening where Montana’s past and present collide. Enjoy a rotating selection of local craft beers and live American Roots music while engaging in informal history chats. This event is for all ages.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

8-11pm Sat. Sep. 12

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. learn about the colorful haunted history of Bozeman.

Court Hours Corner of 3rd and Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: 10 a person and more details on tickets on website

Age: All Ages

6pm Wed. Sep. 16

Castle Museum Ghost Hunt

Learn about ghost hunting, be a ghost hunter for the evening, play with equipment, hear stories, and history.

castle museum 310 2nd Ave NE, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645, white sulphur springs

Cost: $10 a person

Age: All Ages

5:30-7pm Thu. Sep. 17

Rosenberry-Donohue Lecture Series: The Buffalo Restoration Project with Albert Mason Jr.

Join Albert Mason Jr. as he discusses how restoring conservation buffalo to Tribal lands advances ecological balance, strengthens Tribal sovereignty, and revitalizes vital cultural traditions for the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho Tribes. $0/m

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

5-8pm Fri. Sep. 18

Virginia City Arts Show

A curated collection of artists gathers for three days of fine art in historic Virginia City. Enjoy the free Art Show all weekend, plus Friday's Opening Gala Reception and Saturday's ticketed Quick Finish Invitational. Tickets virginiacityarts.com

Virginia City Community Center 110 Van Buren Street, Virginia City

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-7:30pm Fri. Sep. 18

Josh Weil in Conversation with Smith Henderson & Brett Puryear

Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome Josh Weil, author of the new novel What Came West, in conversation with Montana authors Smith Henderson and Brett Puryear.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

11am-9pm Sat. Sep. 19

Virginia City Arts Show

A curated collection of artists gathers for three days of fine art in historic Virginia City. Enjoy the free Art Show all weekend, plus Friday's Opening Gala Reception and Saturday's ticketed Quick Finish Invitational. Tickets virginiacityarts.com

Virginia City Community Center 110 Van Buren Street, Virginia City

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am Sun. Sep. 20

Betsy Gaines Quammen Book Signing: This Haunted Land

Country Bookshelf is thrilled to welcome Bozeman author Betsy Gaines Quammen for a book signing to celebrate the release of her new book, This Haunted Land: Reckoning with Ghosts and the Stories That Shape America.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

11am-9pm Sun. Sep. 20

Virginia City Arts Show

A curated collection of artists gathers for three days of fine art in historic Virginia City. Enjoy the free Art Show all weekend, plus Friday's Opening Gala Reception and Saturday's ticketed Quick Finish Invitational. Tickets virginiacityarts.com

Virginia City Community Center 110 Van Buren Street, Virginia City

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

2-3pm Sun. Sep. 20

Historic Crail Ranch Homestead Museum Tour

Come join us for a tour of the Historic Crail Ranch Homestead Museum and step back in time to experience the rich history of the area!

Historic Crail Ranch, Big Sky

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Wed. Sep. 23

Who Was the “King” of the King House? Presentation and Book Signing by Carol Dismore

Have you ever been curious about this historic home on Willson Avenue? Join us as we welcome speaker and author Carol Dismore, who will share stories from the King family.

Gallatin History Museum 317 W Main, Bozeman

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

6-7pm Fri. Sep. 25

Poets Sean Hill, Melissa Kwasny, and Gabriel Furshong

Country Bookshelf is thrilled to welcome Montana poets Melissa Kwasny (former Poet Laureate), Sean Hill (former NEA Fellow), and Gabriel Furshong (2025 SHP Chapbook Winner) for an evening of poetry and conversation on September 25 at 6pm.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

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+

9am-9pm Sat. Sep. 26

Big Sky Paranormal Conference

Get ready for an in-person adventure into the mysterious and unexplained. Whether you're a curious newbie or a seasoned ghost hunter, this event is the perfect place to dive into all things paranormal. Expect cool talks, hands-on activities and more.

Clark Chateau 321 Br0adway St, Butte

Cost: $20 a person and for ghost tours and conference entrance 50

Age: All Ages

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

5:30-7pm Wed. Oct. 7

Presenting Prehistory with Dr. Devon Orem

Explore Montana’s prehistoric past with Dr. Devon Orme as she decodes the ancient LaHood Formation and contrasts life before the Cambrian explosion with the fossil-rich rock layers that followed. $0/member, $5/non-member. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Oct. 9

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

8-11pm Fri. Oct. 9

Annual Bozeman Paranormal Cemetery Tours

Learn about ghost hunting, you get to go ghost hunting, we will have historical packets, equipment and rain or shine event.

Sunset Hills Cemetary

Cost: $5 a person

Age: All Ages

10am-2pm Sat. Oct. 10

National Fossil Day

Enjoy hands-on activities, expert talks, and exciting discoveries that reveal the incredible diversity of FOSSILS. Included with membership/admission. Registration is suggested.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: All Ages

8-11pm Sat. Oct. 10

Annual Bozeman Paranormal Cemetery Tours

Learn about ghost hunting, you get to go ghost hunting, we will have historical packets, equipment and rain or shine event.

Sunset Hills Cemetary

Cost: $5 a person

Age: All Ages

9am-5pm Mon. Oct. 12

Homeschool Monday

Explore dinosaurs, history, and hands-on discovery during MOR’s free monthly admission day for homeschool families. Free for homeschooling families. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free for homeschool families

Age: All Ages

10am-noon Mon. Oct. 12

Indigenous People's Day Youth Celebration

Take part in youth-focused activities honoring Indigenous art and culture through storytelling, crafts, and hands-on exploration of beadwork traditions. Included with membership/admission. Registration is suggested.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: Ages 0 - 16

6-9pm Mon. Oct. 12

Indigenous People's Day Fashion Show

Discover the artistry of Indigenous fashion as Angela Howe and Rebekah Jarvey share designs rooted in heritage, storytelling, and cultural pride. $20/VIP ticket, $15/ticket. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $20/VIP ticket, $15/ticket

Age: All Ages

5:30-7pm Thu. Oct. 15

Rosenberry-Donohue Lecture Series: Archaeology of Desperation: Starvation & Survival

Explore the enduring mysteries of the Donner Party through archaeology, uncovering new insights into survival, resilience, and the human experience at Alder Creek Camp.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Oct. 16

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

7pm Fri. Oct. 16

The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and the American Revolution

More than the story of a legendary radio station, the film is an entertaining, music-filled journey through rock & roll, journalism, activism, and free expression—whose themes couldn’t be timelier or more relevant.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: Tickets: $15.00 + $3.25 ticketing fee

noon-4pm Sat. Oct. 17

Grossology Discovery Day

Dive into MOR’s grossest family tradition with science stations, creepy critters, and hands-on experiments that reveal the fascinating side of the ickiest science. Included with membership/admission. Registration is suggested.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership/admission

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Oct. 23

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

7-9pm Fri. Oct. 23

The Bannack Association Presents:THE GHOST WALK

Bannack Ghost Walk is hosted on October 23rd and 24th at Bannack State Park with shows starting at 7pm and 9pm each night. Guests are asked to be at the park Visitor Center 10 minutes before your ticketed time.

Bannack State Park, Bannack

Cost: $15 adults ,12 & Under $10

Age: All Ages

7-9pm Sat. Oct. 24

The Bannack Association Presents:THE GHOST WALK

Bannack Ghost Walk is hosted on October 23rd and 24th at Bannack State Park with shows starting at 7pm and 9pm each night. Guests are asked to be at the park Visitor Center 10 minutes before your ticketed time.

Bannack State Park, Bannack

Cost: $15 adults ,12 & Under $10

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Oct. 30

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

6-9pm Fri. Oct. 30

Pour & Gore: A Haunted Masquerade

Step into a world of mystery and intrigue with an immersive evening of haunting experiences, tarot and palm readings, masquerade mask-making, eerie gallery tours, spooky planetarium shows, festive drinks, and Halloween-inspired fun for those age 21+.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

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

Age: Age 21+

5:30-7pm Thu. Nov. 5

Presenting Prehistory: Lone Star Lizard King: Tylosaurus rex with Dr. Amelia Zietlow

Everything is bigger in Texas, including the mosasaurs! Join Dr. Amelia Zietlow of the History Museum at the Castle as she dives into the biology and evolution of these remarkable extinct marine lizards.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Nov. 6

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

8-11pm Fri. Nov. 6

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. learn about the colorful haunted history of Bozeman.

Court Hours Corner of 3rd and Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: 10 a person and more details on tickets on website

Age: All Ages

8-11pm Sat. Nov. 7

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. learn about the colorful haunted history of Bozeman.

Court Hours Corner of 3rd and Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: 10 a person and more details on tickets on website

Age: All Ages

9am-5pm Mon. Nov. 9

Homeschool Monday

Explore dinosaurs, history, and hands-on discovery during MOR’s free monthly admission day for homeschool families. Free for homeschooling families. Registration is required.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free for homeschool families

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Wed. Nov. 11

Thomas “Yellowstone” Moran and Yellowstone National Park: Presentation by Jack Davis

Travel back in time with the Hayden Geological Survey of 1871 as they explore the region of the Upper Yellowstone River that later became Yellowstone National Park.

Gallatin History Museum 317 W Main, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Nov. 20

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

5:30-7pm Thu. Dec. 3

Presenting Prehistory: Death by T. rex with Dr. John Scannella

Join MOR Curator of Paleontology John Scannella as he uncovers the evidence behind a remarkable fossil that may reveal a dinosaur’s final moments.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

9-10am Fri. Dec. 4

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

9-10am Fri. Dec. 11

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