🤠 Things to do in Bozeman this weekend

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Local non-profit Thrive is celebrating 40 years of supporting families in our community, and they’re kicking things off with two incredible events in Bozeman next weekend.

🗓 Friday, March 27th at 6pm - The Shindig (at The Rialto)

This is a brand-new, casual night featuring live music from The Rocky Mountain Pearls, light appetizers, local vendors, a silent auction, cocktails, and country dancing (doors at 6:00pm).

🗓 Saturday, March 28th - The Lily Ball (at The Hilton Garden Inn)

Enjoy an elegant evening with cocktails, live and silent auctions, a short program, and dancing - all in support of Thrive’s mission of helping local children and families (doors at 5:30pm).

This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy a fun night out and support an incredible local cause, and you can get tickets for The Shindig, The Lily Ball, or both by tapping the button below!

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🍽️ Rockin’ TJ Ranch is hosting a Taste & Tour from 5:00pm-9:00pm, featuring new Executive Chef Zachary Rial, for an evening of great food, venue tours, and raffles at one of Bozeman’s standout event spaces. Details.

🎶 Friday night at the Tune Up Bar features back-to-back live music with Buffalo Burrows and his signature “Post Western” sound from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by soul, blues, and jazz band Soul Skillet from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

😂 The Stand-Up Pop-Up is back at Après Brewing at 6:00pm with a free, short-format comedy showcase featuring comics from across Montana. Details.

🎵 Wild Wisdom Collective hosts a Community Song Gathering from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Join an evening of connection, intention setting, and heart-centered music with a mix of sacred songs and soulful originals. No experience needed, just come ready to sing! Details.

😂 Stop by Last Best Comedy on Friday and Saturday night to enjoy stand-up from SNL alum Michael Longfellow with shows at 7:00pm and 9:00pm both nights. He’s known for his dry, sharp delivery and appearances on Conan and Netflix showcases, and is ready to entertain! 18+. Details.

🎭 RENT the musical continues at The Ellen this weekend with performances on Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday at 7:30pm, and Sunday at 3:00pm. Tickets.

🎉 Visit The Filling Station at 8:00pm to see performances by Pixie & The Partygrass Boys and Madeline Hawthorne, for a high-energy night of bluegrass, Americana, and rootsy storytelling. Details.

🎸 ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience is coming to The ELM with doors at 7:00pm and the show starting at 8:00pm. Known as one of the most authentic Zeppelin tribute bands in the world, ZOSO delivers a high-energy live performance that will light up your Friday night. Tickets.

🌾 Stop by the Bozeman Winter Farmers Market from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds to get your latest supply of fresh produce and local goods. Details.

🦅 There’s a Raptor Meet & Greet at the Museum of the Rockies from 10:00am-11:00am, where you can meet birds of prey from the Montana Raptor Conservation Center and get up close with these amazing ambassadors (no registration required). Details.

🐱 Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter hosts Kitten Shower 2026 from 12:00pm-2:00pm, for a fun, feel-good event with games, raffles, refreshments, and some very cute kittens, all in support of the upcoming kitten season. Details.

🥃 Dry Hills Distillery is celebrating their 10th Anniversary from 12:00pm-8:00pm with live music, raffles, snacks, a special spirit release, and deals on bottles. Details.

🕵️‍♂️ Head to Ponderosa Social from 6:00pm-9:00pm for a St. Paddy’s Murder Mystery night filled with sleuthing, Irish mischief, and a killer leprechaun on the loose. Your ticket includes a drink, Irish appetizers, and a fully interactive mystery, plus prizes for best costume and character (wear green!). Details.

🎬 Film School at Tinworks at Rialto kicks off this Saturday at 6:30pm with a screening of Nashville (1975), featuring a short pre-film presentation from filmmaker Ted Robinson. Details.

🎻 The Bozeman Symphony presents Romantic Splendor: Schumann & Schubert on Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2:30pm at the Willson Auditorium. Featuring acclaimed cellist Jonathan Swensen, the program includes Schumann’s Cello Concerto and Schubert’s Symphony No. 9, “The Great,” for an evening of powerful orchestral music. Details.

🎶 Saturday night at the Tune Up Bar features more live music starting with folk-rock Americana artist Emelise from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by a return from Buffalo Burrows from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

🌶️ Head to the Filling Station from 1:00pm-4:00pm for the Bozeman Sunrise Rotary Chili Cook Off. Taste a variety of chilis, vote for your favorite, browse raffle prizes, and enjoy a fun afternoon with friends and neighbors while supporting Rotary service projects in Bozeman and beyond. Tickets are available online or at the door, and chili teams can still enter the competition. Details.

🍝 Get hands-on with a Pasta-making class at 2:00pm with Pasta Bottega at Kenyon House Kitchen (612 W Main Street). This one-hour class blends Southern Italian tradition with creative design where you’ll learn to mix, shape, and craft your own colorful pasta using local ingredients, then take it home to enjoy. Details.

🎶 Soak and unwind with live music from Sgt. Splendor at Bozeman Hot Springs from 7:00pm-10:00pm. This New York-based funk duo will provide high-energy grooves while you relax in the pools. Details.

As a reminder: This week, we’re giving away a 2-night stay to the Wandering Buffalo Hotel and Lodge! (On Instagram @wanderingbuffalohotelandlodge)

The giveaway runs until this Sunday, 3/22, 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 “HOTEL” (if you replied to our last email with the word “HOTEL”, you’re already entered and don’t need to reply again).

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