🤠 Things to do in Bozeman this weekend

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Thrive’s Drive for Thrive Golf Tournament is just one week away on Friday June 26th at Bridger Creek Golf Course, and it’s one of the most fun days on the calendar if you like getting out on the course for a good cause.

It’s a team-based tournament (foursomes) with both morning and afternoon shotgun starts, plus:

Whether you’re competitive or just there for a fun round with friends, it’s a great way to spend a summer day, where every dollar raised supports Thrive and local families here in the Gallatin Valley.

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Celebrate the start of summer at Field & Stream Lodge’s Summer Kick-Off Party on Saturday, June 20th from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

There will be live music from Abby Webster, food and drinks from Dry Fly Saloon, tastings by High West, Bozeman Spirits, and Bridger Brewing, face-painting, lawn games, and more. Tap the button below to learn more!

🎨 Celebrate the start of Tinworks summer season at the Summer Season Opening Celebration from 3:00pm-8:00pm. This free event includes the opening of their new exhibition Chisel & Razor, and a community Juneteenth celebration with music, food, storytelling, poetry, and local organizations. Details.

🎶 Tyler John Kraehling performs live at Field & Stream Lodge from 5:00pm-7:00pm, bringing thoughtful folk and country-blues songs inspired by life on the road. Details.

🎤 Bozeman Poetry Collective’s Open Mic begins at 5:30pm at Country Bookshelf, welcoming poets, storytellers, artists, and creatives of all experience levels to share their work. Details.

🎬 The Museum of the Rockies hosts a free music video premiere from 6:00pm-8:00pm, featuring Montana musician Mario Miner Jr.’s new video, “Drinkin’ Man’s Prayer.” An enrolled member of the Cheyenne River Lakota tribe, Miner draws on a lifetime of creativity, resilience, and grassroots artistry in his work. Details.

🎶 Friday night live music at the Tune Up Bar kicks off with harmony-forward folk, country, and pop duo Your Teacher from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by post-western artist Buffalo Burrows and his full band from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

🎶 Brothers Osborne takes the stage at Bridger Brewing in Three Forks from 7:00pm-11:00pm, with opener Cassidy Daniels kicking off an evening of country, rock, and soul, plus local food trucks, craft beer, mountain views, and optional overnight camping. Details.

🕺 The In Bed By 10 Dance Party comes to Last Best Comedy, featuring DJDK spinning a high-energy mix for those who like to party but also go to bed earlier. The party kicks off at 7:00pm, with tickets available in advance or at the door. Details.

🏁 Gallatin Speedway is back for Friday night racing by the airport, where racing starts at 7:35pm! Details.

🎭 Shakespeare in the Parks continues their performances of Much Ado About Nothing, at 8:00pm at the MSU Duck Pond, on Friday and Saturday. Details.

🌴 Sublime tribute act 40oz to Freedom performs at The ELM, bringing ska-punk, reggae-rock, and beach-party sounds to town. Show starts at 8:00pm. Details.

🥕 The Gallatin Valley Farmers Market is happening at the Fairgrounds from 9:00am-12:00pm, with 150+ local vendors showing off produce, baked goods, breakfast, coffee, handmade goods, live music, and more. Details.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 It’s time for the Gallatin Valley Highland Games from 9:00am-4:00pm at the Gallatin County Regional Park. Watch athletes compete in traditional Highland Games events, including caber tosses and other feats of strength, while enjoying Scottish culture, heritage, and community. Free to attend. Details.

🎪 Discovery Kidzone Montessori is hosting its 2nd Annual Children’s Fair from 10:00am-1:00pm, bringing together local organizations, family resources, and activities for kids all in one place. Families can enjoy a bounce house, face painting, fresh-squeezed lemonade, games, and a silent auction, with proceeds supporting participating community organizations. Details.

🐕 Grab your pup and join the Venus Society for a community dog walk at Bozeman Pond at 10:30am. This relaxed morning meetup is all about sunshine, connection, and meeting other local women while enjoying a walk with your four-legged friends. Details.

🛠️ Owenhouse Ace Hardware’s Father’s Day Hometown Days runs from 11:00am-2:00pm at both Bozeman locations, featuring grill and pizza demos, food trucks, STIHL equipment demonstrations, giveaways, scavenger hunts, family activities, and special Father’s Day deals throughout the weekend. Details.

🌱 Phoenix Garden Center hosts a free Veggie Gardening Class from 1:00pm-2:00pm, where Veggie Herb & Seed Specialist Whitney will share practical tips for midsummer vegetable garden maintenance and growing success in Montana’s unique climate. Details.

🎨 Bozeman ArtLab is hosting a Sip ‘n Paint class with local artist Laurén Poole from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Participants will paint a Bridger Mountains landscape while learning from Poole, an accomplished muralist and art educator. All supplies and snacks are included, no experience is required, and guests 21+ are welcome to BYOB. Details.

🎉 Field & Stream Lodge hosts their Summer Kick-Off Party from 4:00pm-8:00pm, featuring live music from Abby Webster, food and drinks from Dry Fly Saloon, tastings from High West, Bozeman Spirits, and Bridger Brewing, plus lawn games, face painting, and family-friendly fun in The Backyard. Details.

🛍️ 406 Flea’s next Vintage Market returns to the Fairgrounds (Exhibit Building 2) from 4:00pm-8:00pm, featuring vintage clothing, handmade goods, local makers, and unique secondhand finds, plus a $5 bin fundraiser benefiting HAVEN. Details.

💍 Learn the art of soft solder jewelry making at Studio Wheelhouse from 6:00pm-8:00pm. This beginner-friendly workshop guides participants through creating two custom rings using stones, gems, glass, or ceramics. Details.

🎸 Saturday night live music at the Tune Up Bar features Americana singer-songwriters Lena Rich & Marley Hale from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by local blues-rock favorites Emma & The Ledge from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

🎤 Last Best Comedy hosts Summer Stand Up Saturdays with Chicago-born comedian Matt Banwart. Catch shows at 7:00pm and 9:00pm! Details.

🎧 Electronic music producer Borgore brings his immersive 360° show to The ELM, surrounding the crowd with bass-heavy energy from every direction. Doors open at 7:00pm and the show starts at 8:00pm. Details.

🧘‍♀️ Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a Summer Solstice Yoga and Silent Disco at PORTAL Thermaculture beginning at 9:00am. Start with an hour-long yoga flow led by Jimmy Wheeler, then roll straight into a silent disco hosted by Biome featuring DJ itsgonnabefun, a request line, cold plunges, hot saunas, and açaí bowls from MBB Bozeman. Yoga spots are limited, but dance-only tickets are also available for those who want to join the party at 10:15am. Details.

🌞 Phoenix Garden Center has a Father’s Day and Summer Solstice celebration from 10:30am-3:00pm with food from Double T Food Truck, coffee from 406 Espresso, free cold beverages for dads, and a buy-one-get-one sale on organic tomatoes and peppers. Details.

🧵 Learn the basics of sewing at the Library’s beginner-friendly sewing workshop from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Instructor Peg Ziegler will cover sewing machine fundamentals including threading, winding a bobbin, basic stitches, and machine operation. Sewing machines are provided, registration is required, and class is open to adults 18+. Details.

🎤 Sunday night at the Tune Up Bar features karaoke hosted by Bozeman’s Best Entertainment from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Details.

🎶 End your weekend with live music at the Bozeman Hot Springs as Billings-based band Soul Skillet takes the stage from 7:00pm–10:00pm with their soul, funk, blues, jazz, and neo-soul sound. Details.

As a reminder: This week, we’re giving away one month of unlimited classes and a free pair of sticky socks at Pure Barre! (On Instagram @purebarrebozeman)

This is to celebrate Pure Barre’s 25th anniversary open house happening on Saturday June 27, with free classes at 7:20am, 8:30am, and 9:30am, with retail discounts and package specials.

The giveaway runs from today until next Sunday, 6/21, at 11:59pm, and we’ll announce the winner in next Monday’s newsletter.

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