7-9pm Wed. Oct. 7

Brainstormer Trivia

Every Wednesday. Bring your smarts and thirsty lips.

Pub 317 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman

Age: 21+

7-11pm Wed. Oct. 7

Western Swing Wednesdays

There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman's Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: Lessons $10

Age: 21+ after 9pm

9pm Wed. Oct. 7

Open Mic

Bozeman's Choice Open Mic Night - the original!

The Haufbrau 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: no cover

Age: 21+

Thu. Oct. 8

PNKBZN 2026

Downtown Bozeman will turn PNK for the entire month of October with pink banners lining Main Street and window decorations at many of downtown’s retailers and restaurants.

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

6-6:30am Thu. Oct. 8

Sangha: Bozeman Zen Group (Soto Zen Tradition)

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

8am-noon Thu. Oct. 8

Rocky Mountain West Relationally Wise Leaders Conference

Two and a half days of practical, biblically grounded training to help Christian leaders navigate conflict and strengthen their ministries.

Redeemer Church 1701 South 19th Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: $375-$500

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 8

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)

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 8

Teen Corner Exploration - Scream Art

Inspired by Edvard Munch’s “The Scream,” fold and draw a picture with a hidden surprise. 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

10:15-11:15am Thu. Oct. 8

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

12:10-1:10pm Thu. Oct. 8

Gallatin Valley Toastmasters

Do you want to learn and practice being a better communicator? We invite you to join our club meeting this Thursday.

First Security Bank 2046 Cattail St., Bozeman

12:15-1pm Thu. Oct. 8

Gyrokinesis - An Introduction

Discover the joy of movement in this gentle, seated class led by certified instructor Erin Groth, and designed to support spinal health, body awareness, and overall well-being.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

3:30-5pm Thu. Oct. 8

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

5:30-11pm Thu. Oct. 8

Bozeman Film Festival

From October 8-11, 2026, Bozeman Film Festival will light up downtown with a powerful lineup of film, conversation, & community. Screenings unfold across three unique Bozeman venues, steps from Bozeman’s vibrant Main Street cafés, galleries, & shops.

The Ellen Theatre, The Rialto Bozeman, The Tune Up Downtown, Bozeman

Cost: $50– 185

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 8

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Bozeman Spirits Distillery 121 W Main St, Bozeman

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 8

The Disruptors: An award-winning film about thriving with ADHD

Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

Wild Wisdom Restorative 7 South Tracy Avenue, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 18+

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 8

Community Clay Night with Lauren Woods (October)

Join us once a month for an open, casual, hand building clay gathering!

Tinworks Art 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $20

Age: All Ages

6-9pm Thu. Oct. 8

4 Week Beginner Wheel Throwing with Peyton

Learn the basics of throwing pottery on the wheel! This 4 week course will walk you through learning the basics of wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing. This class will have open studio times where you can come practice on your own for the first 3…

The Pottery Den 103 Commercial Dr, Bozeman

Cost: 275

Age: 16+

6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 8

Sangha: Bozeman Insight Community (Vipassana Tradition)

The Bozeman Insight Community offers instruction, practice and fellowship in the Buddhist Vipassana or “Insight” lineage. Centered on a commitment to personal practice, we support the development and expression of our inherent wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.

Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Oct. 8

R0CK’N Bingo w/Rockstar Trivia

Come play!

Colombo's Pizza & Pasta 1003 West College Street, Bozeman

7-8:30pm Thu. Oct. 8

Dance Party Benefiting Roots Family Collaborative

Join us at our adults only Dance Party Benefiting Roots for a night of music, dancing, and fun featuring DJ Don't Wake Daddy!

Labor Temple 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: 18+

7-9pm Thu. Oct. 8

Jess Allestad

Jess Allestad is a rising alternative americana artist from Big Timber, MT known for her powerful voice, heartfelt songwriting, and engaging acoustic performances.

Pine Creek Lodge 2496 E. River Road, Livingston

Cost: FREE

7-10pm Thu. Oct. 8

Juan M Soria

Live music while you soak! Featuring the New York-based singer-songwriter Juan M Soria.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Fri. Oct. 9

PNKBZN 2026

Downtown Bozeman will turn PNK for the entire month of October with pink banners lining Main Street and window decorations at many of downtown’s retailers and restaurants.

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

6-6:30am Fri. Oct. 9

Sangha: Bozeman Zen Group (Soto Zen Tradition)

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

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

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

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

9:30am-11pm Fri. Oct. 9

Bozeman Film Festival

From October 8-11, 2026, Bozeman Film Festival will light up downtown with a powerful lineup of film, conversation, & community. Screenings unfold across three unique Bozeman venues, steps from Bozeman’s vibrant Main Street cafés, galleries, & shops.

The Ellen Theatre, The Rialto Bozeman, The Tune Up Downtown, Bozeman

Cost: $50– 185

Age: All Ages

10am-6pm Fri. Oct. 9

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)

10am-6pm Fri. Oct. 9

Teen Corner Exploration - Scream Art

Inspired by Edvard Munch’s “The Scream,” fold and draw a picture with a hidden surprise. 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

10:15-11:30am Fri. Oct. 9

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. 9

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. 9

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

1-3pm Fri. Oct. 9

6 Week Kids Hand Building Class

This fun and engaging youth ceramics class introduces students to the basics of hand building through creative, hands-on projects. Kids will learn foundational techniques such as pinch pots and coil building while exploring how to add personality to…

The Pottery Den 103 Commercial Dr, Bozeman

Cost: 300

Age: 7-12

4-5pm Fri. Oct. 9

Youth Engagement & Escapades Team (YEET)

Are you a teen who loves the library and have ideas to improve it? Do you like hanging out, meeting new friends and eating snacks?

Bozeman Public Library - Teen Corner 626 E. Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

5-8pm Fri. Oct. 9

Friday Night Light(-ed Crafting Space)

Drop-in crafting time - bring your own project or get inspiration and supplies in store. All ages, all crafts.

Magpie Art Supply S Church at E Main, downstairs, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All ages, under middle school please bring an adult

5-11pm Fri. Oct. 9

Loving Loic Foundation 3rd Annual Gala for a Cure

The Loving Loic Foundation warmly invites you to an extraordinary evening of generosity, purpose, and hope as we come together to support rare disease research and the fight to cure PKAN.

Armory Music Hall 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: $200

Age: Adult

6pm Fri. Oct. 9

Adam Ray Comedy

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Adam Ray for a live comedic performance.

The ELM 506 N 7th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $53 - $71

Age: All Ages

6pm Fri. Oct. 9

Adam Ray at The ELM

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Adam Ray for a live comedic performance at The ELM on Friday, October 9, 2026.

The ELM 506 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $53 - $71 (Adv.)

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

9:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

Adam Ray at The ELM (Late Show Added)

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Adam Ray for a live comedic performance at The ELM on Friday, October 9, 2026.

The ELM 506 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $53 - $71 (Adv.)

Age: All Ages

Sat. Oct. 10

PNKBZN 2026

Downtown Bozeman will turn PNK for the entire month of October with pink banners lining Main Street and window decorations at many of downtown’s retailers and restaurants.

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman

9am-noon Sat. Oct. 10

Hams N Coffee

Great time to experience the atmosphere of our Club - HARCMT. Come and enjoy a coffee, get your questions answered, and join in the conversation of all things HAM related.

Cafe M 409 W Main St, Belgrade

9:30am Sat. Oct. 10

Bozeman Film Festival

From October 8-11, 2026, Bozeman Film Festival will light up downtown with a powerful lineup of film, conversation, & community. Screenings unfold across three unique Bozeman venues, steps from Bozeman’s vibrant Main Street cafés, galleries, & shops.

The Ellen Theatre, The Rialto Bozeman, The Tune Up Downtown, Bozeman

Cost: $50– 185

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

10am-6pm Sat. Oct. 10

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)

10am-6pm Sat. Oct. 10

Teen Corner Exploration - Scream Art

Inspired by Edvard Munch’s “The Scream,” fold and draw a picture with a hidden surprise. 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

10:15-11:15am Sat. Oct. 10

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

10:30am-noon Sat. Oct. 10

Workshop: Intro to Youth Circus with Naomi Shafer

Join 406Cirque for an hour of circus. In this one-hour workshop, youth will have a chance to try all that 406Cirque has to offer, from juggling to balance to clowning.

Tinworks Art 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Age: 6 and up

noon-3pm Sat. Oct. 10

Heart of the Valley's Open House

You’re invited to our Annual Open House! Enjoy local vendors, food, shelter tours, a pet costume contest, photo booth fun, and more as we celebrate our community, our pets, and the people who make it all possible!

Heart of the Valley 1549 E Cameron Bridge Rd, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

12:30-3:30pm Sat. Oct. 10

Fall Craft Supply Swap

Connecting our community of artists, crafters, and makers with unused supplies. Donate items in good, usable condition. “Shop” from what others have brought. Early community drop-offs in Bozeman. See you Swap Day in Livingston!!

Park County Fairgrounds 46 View Vista Dr, Livingston

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages