This Halloween, the Windbag is Davy Jones’ Locker! Walk the plank with us! We are giving away $500 cash to the best costume! $5 Syringe Jell-O shots, tarot card readings, and more!
What is trunk or treat? Children “trick or treat” by going from car trunk to car trunk rather than going door to door at houses. Family Life Ministries with the Diocese of Helena will host a Trunk-or-Treat at the Cathedral on Oct. 31st from 4:30-6:30. Warm food and drinks will be available for FREE! This […]
Stop on by for Safe Haven Towing and Auto's first Trunk or Treat car show!
Join another Red Hen Christmas in the barn! Be sure to make your way out to the barn, shop some amazing Christmas finds, and sip some tasty cider while you shop!
Join for the Holiday Sale and Grand Opening of the Sales Gallery on Saturday, November 12, from 11 am-4 pm! Bray Members receive early access, so watch your email for a special preview invitation. Live far away or prefer to shop from your home? The Holiday Sale will be online Friday, Nov 11, 5 pm […]
Please join for the artist reception Thursday Nov. 17, starting at 5:30. Treats and fun for everyone! A dozen artists (or more!) provide gifts for every taste in this celebration of color, form, and beauty. Come browse jewelry, sculpture, home gifts, and other artworks to fit any budget. The Found It! show will help you […]
Holiday Craft and Fair: Our church will be selling a variety of homemade Christmas items, cookies, LEFSA, handmade Christmas cards etc. They will be selling raffle tickets for a grocery gift card, a gas gift card, some beautiful pottery and a hand-crafted table.
Create decorative paper ornaments for the holiday season. Class is open to adults and kids (suggested 5 years and older). Join Gardenwerks for a fun holiday activity! November 19th at 10:00 AM; $25.00 Please note: Pre-registration is required. This event will be held in the greenhouse where temperatures can fluctuate quickly, so please dress accordingly. […]
Join for a Winterland Open House and Candlelight Sip & Shop events at Mae & June! The Holidays are here, and this year we are focusing on the slow beauty of Winter, and the comforts of home and simple joy that this season brings. Join, Saturday, November 19th 2022 for a day of classic Open […]
This event takes place at St. Paul's UMC Fellowship Hall from 9:00am until 3:00pm.
Join us Thanksgiving Day morning for a fun Turkey Trot! Proceeds from the race will support Girls Thrive and Helena Food Share! 1k Fun Run, 5k, and 10k race distances are available. Registration: $10 per person, 5 and under run free! *Please register in-person at Crossroads.* Volunteers are needed for various duties - please let […]
Join West Mont at the Lewis & Clark Tap Room Friday, November 25th through Sunday, December 11th/until supplies last! We'll be selling Christmas trees, wreaths, tree stands, holiday gifts, festive food (popped popcorn, s'mores) and hot drinks (hot chocolate and tea). We'll also have some unique giving opportunities for all the givers in attendance. Our […]
Head downtown for the annual Parade of Lights and lighting of the Firetower! The parade will begin at the intersection of East Placer Avenue and Last Chance Gulch. It will proceed south along Last Chance Gulch before culminating at Anchor Park.
Join for a Christmas Popup Shop on Small Business Saturday featuring Home & Holiday Décor, Furniture & Gifts! Sweet baked goodies from Dear Potato, handcrafted Christmas gifts & décor from Good Carma Creations and fun vintage finds. Located at 317 Cruse Ave. at Montago Coffee, Downtown Helena.
Create and design your own succulent wreath! Join Gardenwerks for a fun morning class bringing the indoors a bit more alive during these winter months. This class is for kids and adults. Parental supervision still necessary if only child wants to participate. Each registration is for one succulent wreath. Please note: Pre-registration is required. This […]
Come join on Saturday, November 26th for Small Business Saturday! We will be offering exclusive deals, providing toasty drinks, and enjoying time with our community all day starting at 10:30am!
Cohesion Dance Project presents Helena’s Annual Shira Greenberg’s Nutcracker on the Rocks, Saturday, November 26 and Sunday, November 27, 2022. Featuring the music of James Brown, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, and Janis Joplin, this community based, rock-n-roll rendition of the holiday classic showcases a unique and energetic fusion of dancers and dance styles, along with […]
In its 35th year, the Intermountain Festival of Trees is the official kick-off to the holiday season in Helena. This year, Festival of Trees returns to the Helena Civic Center for five days of holiday events for the entire family, including Tea in the Trees, Jingle Bell Jam and Family Fun Days. Each year, […]
Holiday Season is fast approaching and that means it's time for our annual Holiday Nature Craft Night! This is a wonderful opportunity for families and community members to gather and create some nature-themed ornaments and decorations for the winter season! This year's program will be presented in partnership with our friends at Helena CORE. Nature […]
In its 35th year, the Intermountain Festival of Trees is the official kick-off to the holiday season in Helena. This year, Festival of Trees returns to the Helena Civic Center for five days of holiday events for the entire family, including Tea in the Trees, Jingle Bell Jam and Family Fun Days. Each year, teams […]
In its 35th year, the Intermountain Festival of Trees is the official kick-off to the holiday season in Helena. This year, Festival of Trees returns to the Helena Civic Center for five days of holiday events for the entire family, including Tea in the Trees, Jingle Bell Jam and Family Fun Days. Each year, teams […]
Shop and discover a curated collection of local and regional artists. You can expect to see everything from affordable, functional works of art to fine heirloom pieces at the show. Beat the crowds and purchase a $10 VIP pass for Friday Night Preview 6pm-8pm or a $5 Early Bird Pass for 9am-10am Saturday morning, and […]
The Side Effects Classic Rock 7pm - 11pm
In its 35th year, the Intermountain Festival of Trees is the official kick-off to the holiday season in Helena. This year, Festival of Trees returns to the Helena Civic Center for five days of holiday events for the entire family, including Tea in the Trees, Jingle Bell Jam and Family Fun Days. Each year, teams […]
Join Gardenwerks for a day of Christmas magic! There will be a variety of activities throughout the day for adults, kids and everyone in between—no registration required—writing letters to Santa, cookie decorating, photos with Santa and hot chocolate. There will also be activities that will require a pre-registration— ornaments, bird houses, and kid wreaths. We […]
Shop and discover a curated collection of local and regional artists. You can expect to see everything from affordable, functional works of art to fine heirloom pieces at the show. Beat the crowds and purchase a $10 VIP pass for Friday Night Preview 6pm-8pm or a $5 Early Bird Pass for 9am-10am Saturday morning, and […]
Join West Mont at the Lewis & Clark Tap Room Saturday, December 3rd for Winterfest! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the little ones and wish everyone happy holidays, and the talented Brian Kassay from Bozeman’s bluegrass band Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs will be performing live music from 1:00 […]
Santa is coming back to Ten Mile Creek! Saturday, December 3rd, 10th and 17th 12:00-3:00pm. PLUS, WE HAVE A SPECIAL GUEST! YOU WONT WANT TO MISS! The brewery is the perfect spot for you and the family to get a great picture with Santa, the goofier the better and with all the snow you can […]
Join Helena Clay Arts Guild Artists for an Open House Celebration! 1000 Last Chance Gulch Shop throughout the Holiday season Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from noon to 6 pm. November 25th - December 23rd
You are warmly invited to the 3rd annual Christmas in the Midtowne! Come enjoy a magical evening in Helena’s growing 6th Ward neighborhood! Join us for local shopping, festive drinks & treats, live Christmas music and Santa loves the 6th Ward, (so he’ll definitely be stopping by;) Can’t wait to enjoy another special evening with […]
In its 35th year, the Intermountain Festival of Trees is the official kick-off to the holiday season in Helena. This year, Festival of Trees returns to the Helena Civic Center for five days of holiday events for the entire family, including Tea in the Trees, Jingle Bell Jam and Family Fun Days. Each year, teams […]
Santa 5k is a holiday themed free 5k around HELENA's downtown area to prompt holiday spirit. Fun non competitive running gathering. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. Meet at Ten Mile Creek Brewery then follow the route marked with Santa Hats & Santa Belt Posters.
Oh, what fun! Take a family Christmas photo with Santa during his visit to Murdoch’s. On Sunday, Dec. 4, stop by Murdoch’s between 1-4PM and snap a photo with Santa in one of our fun holiday displays. Bring the whole family, pets included. The photos with Santa will be available for download on Friday, Dec. […]
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas and create new family traditions with friends and neighbors. This FREE event includes live reindeer, photos with St. Nicholas, hot chocolate, and the opportunity to serve our Helena community and spread hope this holiday season! As part of this event, we’ve created our own “St. Nick’s Wishlist.” This list includes […]
Scott & Mike's MightyMo Holiday Tap Takeover Party Tuesday, December 6th 5-7:30pm Scott & Mike will have a Live Interactive Show, Enjoy Scott or Mike's Special Beer Flights, Taste Catering Food Truck & Give-Aways from the Guy's
Support local art for your holiday shopping with a local beer in hand. The Blackfoot taproom will be hosting a pop up shop with Rusty Wench Art and Blackfoot Canyon Design & Fabrication on Thursday December 8th 4-7pm. Rusty Wench Art welds garden sculptures from scrap metal, Blackfoot Canyon Design & Fabrication makes gorgeous rings.
The annual Christmas Vacation Brew & View is back again! As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold plans to host the perfect family Christmas. However things quickly go awry when his hick cousin, Eddie, and his family show up unplanned and start living out of their camper on the Griswold property. Even worse, Clark’s employer reneges […]
Join the Montana Historical Society for holiday cheer on Saturday, Dec. 10 for a full day of fun. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in our lobby at 225 No. Roberts in Helena, private collector Mike Smith will share 40 years of extraordinary Christmas treasure collecting. The 1860s to 1910s were the golden age of […]
Shop local this season with our fellow makers + small business owners! You'll find the perfect stocking stuffers, small gifts, kids' crafts, treats, and lots of holiday cheer at this year's Midtowne market. Location: Virago Co. in Helena’s Historic Sixth Ward Date: Saturday, December 10 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Bring the kids and visit with Santa, right here at Valley Ace Hardware.
Theme: Fellowship, Tidings and Tinsel European Style Christmas Market with homemade, handmade, and local mode gifts, woodwork, baking, decor and more. Join us for food, activities, keepsake opportunities and shopping for those last minute "made with love" gifts. FREE ENTRY Bring cash for raffle tickets, festive German white-elephant and other fun family activities.
Santa's at the brewery! Come raise a pint, get cute Santa pics with the kids, and create a one-of-a-kind Santa and Me plate with The Painted Pot. All you have to do is have your kiddos ready to paint a hand (or foot for babies) and we will do all the rest! The plates are […]
Several businesses on the 400 block of North Last Chance Gulch, Helena are holding a Holiday Cookie Day. Perfect for families to come explore are local shops, sample lots of different home backed cookies and even enter a drawing for a gift basket filled with goodies donated from the participating businesses. Participating Business: 1+1=1 Gallery […]
Join Gardenwerks for a night of gingerbread house making! Come and landscape your own holiday design on a miniature scale. This is a 21+ event, individuals are welcome to bring their own drinks, or some will be provided. Participants are encouraged to dress accordingly due to potential mess of project and fluctuating temperatures of the […]
Please join us for cookie decorating with some of our wonderful officers from the Helena Police Department. The best part is you get to take your cookies home afterwards! We will provide all the decorating supplies and cookies. @helenamontanapolicedepartment
Celebrate the Season with Specialty Barrel-Aged Bottled Beers from Headwaters PopUp Holiday Bottle Shop Tuesday, December 13th 5-7:30pm Taste Catering Food Truck will be Open for the Event, & Barrel Aged Bottle Sales: Big Sky: Ivan the Terrible 2018 Ivan The Terrible is rich, complex, and intense. Sifting through the darkness, you will find flavors […]
Join sign making classes in our community! Space is limited to 18 participants per class, so sign up early. What you will get: Paint your own wooden Fall signs. All materials included (paint, brushes, aprons, boards) and step-by-step instructions. No artistic ability is needed. Enjoy amazing beers from Missouri River Brewing Co. while you paint […]
Carroll College invites the Helena-area community for our Christmas Stroll Tours, hosted by the Carroll College Admission and Gold Teams. The tours leave from the O'Connell Hall front steps, on the east side of the building facing St. Charles Hall, every half hour beginning at 5:30 p.m. each evening. Part of A Carroll Christmas festivities. Tuesday, December 13, 2022 […]
Dublin Gulch, Wilson & McKee, and special guests return for one last joyous, heartwarming, partly melancholy, always wonderful Yuletide celebration. There are three nights to choose from – but get your tickets early! You won’t want to miss this last performance of a beloved Helena tradition. This year features many of the classic crew, plus […]
Support local art for your holiday shopping with a local beer in hand. The Blackfoot taproom will be hosting a pop up shop with The Mint Cottage on Thursday December 15th 4-7pm. The Mint Cottage makes festive, lightweight polymer clay earrings in Helena, MT.
Dublin Gulch, Wilson & McKee, and special guests return for one last joyous, heartwarming, partly melancholy, always wonderful Yuletide celebration. We offer three nights to choose from – but get your tickets early! You won’t want to miss this last performance of a beloved Helena tradition. This year features many of the classic crew, plus […]
A holiday meet and greet with Santa Claus himself! There will be balloon twisting by Neil Sauter, performance by the Helena Xpress Singers (4pm-5pm), free hot coco from The Great Northern Town Center (2-5pm), and a candy cane / letter-writing station.
Come join the Helena Indian Alliance at the fairgrounds for this annual event! Let us feed you a Holiday meal, meet our staff, and spend time together.
Join Kidwerks to celebrate the shortest day of the year. We invite you to come and make Winter Solstice lanterns to take home and light on December 21st. Saturday, December 17th at 10:00 AM; $25.00 Snack and activity sheets will also be provided. Please dress accordingly as temperature has been known to fluctuate in buildings. […]
Santa's at the brewery! Come raise a pint, get cute Santa pics with the kids, and create a one-of-a-kind Santa and Me plate with The Painted Pot. All you have to do is have your kiddos ready to paint a hand (or foot for babies) and we will do all the rest! The plates are […]
Exciting event in Helena! Come meet the dogs, visit with the mushers, listen to live music, and bid on some raffle items including a tour from Morrison Racing Kennel! Saturday December 17, noon to 3:00 4025 Sunset Ridge Lane Helena MT Questions, RSVP, 402-239-3127, or [email protected]
Want to decorate holiday cookies? It's a perfect gift or just a fun way of expressing your creativity! Come join us on Saturday December 17th at 3 pm to decorate some Christmas sugar cookies. We are partnering with Shannon Hovden with Shannon's Custom Cakery! What to expect: Bring a friend and sign up with Speakeasy41 […]
Speakeasy 41 Brewing Co and CASA of Lewis & Clark and Broadwater Counties are partnering together for the month of December! On December 17th we will be having action items to provide a magical Christmas for kiddos in need! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 17th at 5 pm!! There will be many amazing auction […]
Dancing, drinks, grazing table by Savor & Graze, featuring boot scootin' music by The Hellroaring. The Cowboy Christmas Ball is a Texas and Oklahoma tradition dating back to the 1880s that we're bringing to the dancefloor at the Windsor Ballroom here in Helena! This will also be the grand *re-opening* of the Windsor's historic ballroom […]
Don't miss your chance to have Montana's own powerhouse duo El Wencho rock you right into the holiday spirit. -$5 cover -Prizes for best ugly sweater El Wencho is a powerhouse duo with big sound that relates the Montana lifestyle through immersive lyrics, catchy melodies and driving rhythms. Their authentic music is an eclectic fusion […]
This year has been exceptionally long for poor Santa. Global warming has been forcing all kinds of changes up at the North Pole. The bumble has been shedding something terrible and Santa himself has been having a hard time putting on any of his belly weight because he has been sweating out all of the […]
Premiere Dance Company’s The Nutcracker is back after a two-year hiatus! Swirling snowflakes, dancing toys, a growing Christmas tree, and a cast of talented dancers are part of the magic as PDC celebrates its 30th anniversary production. PDC has been bringing to life the enchanting story of Clara and her nutcracker prince since 1992. Come […]
Holiday pop up market next Sunday, December 18 from 2-6pm! Join us to support some local makers and get that last minute Christmas shopping in. Featuring Green Crow Art, Make it Special, @theoaktreecollective @bisonfeathers @graymountain_leatherco @edwin.glass.photography @justallydesigns @patti.lee.dess @woodworks_idaho @rusty_wench_art More being added and will post them in the comments!
The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. 7:30PM WED-FRI 2:30PM-7:30PM SAT 2:30PM SUN Matinees Ticket Prices: THURS, FRI, SAT EVENINGS – $27 WED EVENINGS – $23 SAT & SUN MATINEES – $23 KIDS 18 & under – $17
Headwaters Wine Tasting Event Unshackled & Saldo of The Prisoner Wine Co. Tuesday, December 20th 5:00p-7:30pm Wine Flights & Bottle Sales Unshackled: Sauvignon Blanc Gooseberry, lychee, white flowers on the nose. Crisp acidity, with soft but rich mouthfeel, ripe pineapple, crisp pear, gooseberry finish. Albariño, Malvasia Bianca and Chardonnay blended in. Pinot Noir Bold, bright […]
Come to Helena Indian Alliance for a community celebration sponsored by Toys for Tots! • Santa • Hot cocoa • Gifts • Santa Photos • Magical Winter Forest • Free gift for kids up to age 17. One gift per child in attendance
Get dressed up in your ugliest sweater, we are getting together to celebrate the shortest day of the year! We will be releasing our WINTER IPA, Building GINGERBREAD HOUSES, and most importantly enjoying each others company. So Bring down your ugly sweater and Gingerbread supplies and let's GET TOGETHER!
The Montana Club is excited to announce we’re hosting a Winter Solstice Gala and Silent Auction on December 21st! Doors at 5pm, dinner begins at 6:30pm. We will be featuring the local band Chanteuse and serving a most delectable meal. For more information and to purchase a ticket please visit montanaclub.coop under our “events purchasing” […]
Please join us for a lovely evening of our favorite Carols performed by Candlelight. Specials Guests include: Steve Gores Marly Kendrick Janna Williams Dan Henry Holly Hamper And Mender Two shows at 5:30pm & 7pm! Tickets sales for the evening will be donated to the Montana Area Music Association. Tips for the Performers are welcomed […]
Join us on the eve of Christmas Eve for an upbeat evening of Holiday classics mixed with original adventurous songwriting in the American folk tradition. All brought to you by David Casey & Friends. Bring your holiday cheer and come on down for a beer to warm your belly! Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist David and his wife, Deidre, […]
Join us Saturday Afternoon for our annual Skiing with Santa. Santa will be Skiing around the Lower Mountain from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm handing out small gifts and spreading Christmas Cheer!
CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE CIVIC CENTER Over the last several years Narrate has had the privilege of hosting Christmas Eve gatherings at the Civic Center. We’re thrilled to once again invite the whole community to join us on Saturday, December 24th at 1:30pm or 3:30 pm. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? The experience centers around a […]
Live & on stage... our holiday tradition returns! Grandstreet's Holiday Benefit 2022 A Sondheim Tribute Revue A one night only concert featuring the work of the most celebrated musical theatre composer of our time, Stephen Sondheim. Tuesday, December 27th Raise a glass with the Grandstreet community to celebrate the season! DOORS OPEN AT 7PM | […]
Join the ExplorationWorks team as we celebrate 2023 around the globe! Each hour we will ring in the New Year, complete with a New Year’s ball drop from the ExplorationWorks balcony. Between the hourly celebrations there will be hands-on indoor activities and experiments! 11:00 am - Antarctica 12:00 pm - Tajikistan 1:00 pm - Seychelles […]
Let's all head down to Miller's Crossing in Helena to bring in the new year with 710 Ashbury! It's going to be a great time and we're so excited to be at Miller's again! Come on down anytime that evening but you'll definitely want to be there when the band starts playing at 9:00. As […]
Join us at Great Divide for our Annual New Years' Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks. Ski until 9pm under the lights. Enjoy live music in the Missing Lynx Saloon. After we close at 9pm, we will gather for the torchlight parade and as the skiers make their way down the mountain, we will ring in […]
Get ready to party like it’s 1977! This New Year’s Eve, the Bag is transforming into Studio ‘23! Inspired by the iconic disco nightclub, we’ll have you feeling like you arrived in midtown Manhattan. We’ll be giving away prizes for the best disco attire. Drag performances will begin at 10:00 and lead up to the […]
Celebrate the year of the Rabbit! Lunar New Year at the Holter Museum is a fun-filled tradition celebrating this most important holiday in many Asian countries. Filled with myth and tradition, the Lunar New Year is the longest public holiday with the grandest traditional history of over 4000 years. The Chinese Zodiac designates this as […]
Looking to do something a little different this year for Valentine’s Day? This is it! Come with a lover or friends and enjoy a Moroccan evening! This event is 21+. Live belly dancing performance, henna booth and food provided by Savor & Graze.
HELENA! Stop by the toe for an ALL DAY EVENT, St. Patrick's Day 2023!! We will have a live DJ at 10pm. Hope to see you there!
Come celebrate St. Patrick day at Lazy I Beerworks! Traditional food and drink, we like to go all out for this holiday!
St.Patricks Day Join in the fun March 17th. Ballons/Ice cream Social 3:30-5:00 ---------- Shepards pie 5:00pm-until we eat it all ------------- Live music with Dan Henry 5:00pm-8:00pm ------------ Green beer All day long!
Join us on St Patrick's Day in East Helena! We will be having a scavenger hunt from 6pm-10pm. $5 to participate, 21+ ONLY, cards can be picked up from United Way Staff at Smith's Place, anytime after 6pm. We will be drawing 2 winners at 10:30pm for an awesome gift basket provided by Intrepid Credit […]
Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with us! Live music from Gary Frigo & Ashley Stevens from 7-10 PM Irish food specials - Corned Beef & Cabbage, Irish Nachos, and Irish Pork Stew! Bomb shots, themed cocktails, and plenty of green beer! The Windbag is the place to be!
-$5 COVER CHARGE AFTER 7:30PM- Tiernan Irish Dancers at 4:30pm, TEN YEARS GONE at 8:00pm, and delicious local beer all day! Tiernan Irish Dancers @ 4:30PM Helena's Tiernan Irish Dancers is a traditional Irish stepdance school with dancers ranging from pre-school through high school. Founded in 2004, the Tiernan dancers perform throughout the community at […]
We can’t wait to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with all of you! Come on down to Miller’s on this festive day and dance the night away! We had so much fun playing for you on New Year’s Eve we couldn’t wait to return to our favorite venue. Don’t worry though, we won’t play the same […]
ST PADDY'S WEEKEND AT LAKESIDE Green Beer Drink Specials Bangers & Mash Good times! Friday March 17th • Free! INSUFFICIENT FUNDS Doors @ 3pm • Music @ 7pm Saturday March 18th • Free! DJ PAULLY B DELIGHTFUL Doors @ 11am • Music @ 7pm Saturday Morning Hangover Special! Caesars / Giant Mimosas - $8