🤠 Things to do in Bozeman this weekend

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West Paw just dropped a lineup of Valentine’s Day-themed dog toys and treats, perfect for spoiling your favorite four-legged Valentine.

Known for their durable, eco-friendly toys and high-quality treats made with simple ingredients, West Paw makes products that last (and that dogs absolutely love).

Whether you’re gifting your own pup or shopping for a dog-loving human in your life, this special drop is a perfect choice for something cute, thoughtful, and practical.

You can check out their full Valentine’s collection on their website here, and follow @westpawus for new drops and sweet pup content. 🐶

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🎿 Outside Bozeman hosts a Ski Maintenance Clinic from 5:30pm-7:30pm in the basement shop at Round House. This hands-on clinic will cover the basics of tuning, waxing, and general ski upkeep, helping you clean up last season’s wear (or early-season damage) and keep your gear in great shape for the rest of winter. Enjoy snacks, refreshments, exclusive shopping discounts, and a raffle entry with your ticket. Space is limited! Details.

🐺 Hear timeless stories of Coyote the Trickster with Niimiipuu storyteller Kellen Trenal at the Museum of the Rockies from 5:30pm-7:00pm, for a free evening of storytelling and connection. Details.

🎣 The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) celebrates its 20th anniversary with a stop at the Emerson Crawford Theater, where doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7:00pm. Expect a fresh lineup of fly fishing films from around the world with stunning landscapes and stories that honor conservation and the culture of the sport. Tickets.

🎭 The musical Ragtime makes its Bozeman debut at the Ellen Theatre, opening Friday and running this weekend and the next, with performances on Friday (7:00pm), Saturday (7:00pm), and Sunday (3:00pm). This Tony Award-winning musical weaves together the stories of three families navigating the rapidly changing America of the early 20th century. With incredible music and themes of hope, resilience, and the pursuit of the American Dream, this is well worth seeing! Tickets.

🤣 Friday Night Stand-Up with Alex Falcone hits Last Best Comedy with two shows at 7:00pm and 9:00pm. Alex’s sharp humor comes with credits from Portlandia, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and more. Tickets.

🥁 Women’s Drum Circle runs from 7:00pm-8:00pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bozeman. Bring a drum or use one provided and come early at 6:30pm for a quick intro to percussion. No experience needed! Details.

🐾 Furday Night Lights takes over the Bozeman Event Space from 7:00pm-11:30pm for a furry-friendly, all-ages dance party built around movement, music, and showing up exactly as you are. Expect two DJs spinning high-energy beats, a designated 21+ refreshment area, and a space that’s intentionally welcoming and affirming. Tickets.

💃 The Bozeman Folklore Society presents Wintergreen 2026: an urban contra dance weekend at the Bozeman Senior Center with three days of dancing, live music, workshops, and community gathering. The weekend includes Friday night dancing, a full Saturday of classes, jams, concerts, and evening dances, and a relaxed Sunday morning send-off. Details.

🥳 Test your Twilight knowledge at Friday Night Trivia at Ponderosa Social at 9:00pm. It’s free to play, and there will be prizes for the top three teams. Details.

🎿 The Gallatin Skijor Invitational returns to the Gallatin County Fairgrounds for two more days of fast horses, fearless skiers, and a classic Montana winter spectacle. Gates open at 10:00am each day, with racing starting at 10:30am. Details.

🧱 The Montana History LEGO Challenge is happening from 1:00pm-4:00pm at the Bozeman Public Library. Use the library’s LEGO bricks to build a creation inspired by historic Montana photographs from the Montana State Library History Portal, for a hands-on, creative way to explore local history. Details.

🎷 Stop by the Bozeman Public Library for Jazz in the Library with live acoustic music by the Any Everything Trio from 2:00pm-4:00pm on the 2nd-floor. Details.

🧘 Kick off a brand-new yoga series with Après Ski Yoga + Social at 406Cirque. The evening begins with a grounding, all-levels yoga flow from 5:00pm-6:00pm, designed to release tired legs, open the hips, and reset after a day on the mountain. Then, stick around for an après-style social from 6:30pm-8:30pm with a DJ set, relaxed lounge vibes, and mocktails and light bites available for purchase. Details.

🏮 After the popularity of the first two, the Community Lantern Workshops with Random Acts of Silliness are back at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds (Exhibition Building #4). Drop in to make and decorate a willow-framed lantern on Saturday from 4:00pm-7:00pm or Sunday from 10:00am-1:00pm, in preparation for their upcoming parade. Best for ages 5+, and kids must be accompanied by a participating adult. Details.

🏀 Come out to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse to cheer on the MSU Men’s Basketball team, as they take on Weber State at 6:00pm. Tickets.

🎉 SHiNE Dance Fitness with Marissa celebrates their third birthday with a high-energy anniversary Dance Party from 11:00am-12:30pm at the Montana Ballet Company. Expect an hour of dancing, shiny accessories, treats, raffles, and lots of community love. RSVP in advance as space is limited! Details.

🎨 Paint Your Pet with Ain’t a Better Way to Paint runs from 3:30pm-6:30pm at Bar 3 Bar-B-Q. Grace will hand-sketch your pet in advance and prep your custom color palette, so you can just enjoy painting your pet! Tickets.

🏒 The MSU Bobcats Men’s Hockey team takes on the Sault College Cougars with a 5:45pm puck drop. This is a great way to catch some fast-paced college hockey and cheer on the Cats! Tickets.

🎥 The Bozeman Doc Series presents the Montana premiere of Iron Winter from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Emerson. This award-winning documentary follows two young herders in Mongolia’s Tsakhir Valley as they battle a brutal winter to protect a massive horse herd and preserve an ancient cultural tradition under growing environmental pressure. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets.

As a reminder: This week, we’re giving away a $25 gift card to the Cross-The-Road Chicken Co food truck! (On Instagram @crosstheroad.mt)

The giveaway runs from today until this Sunday, 1/25, at 11:59pm, and we’ll announce the winner in next Monday’s newsletter.

If you haven’t entered this week’s giveaway yet, reply to this email with the word “CHICKEN” (if you replied to Monday’s email with the word “CHICKEN”, you’re already entered and don’t need to reply again).

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