🤠 Plan ahead: Things to do in Bozeman this November

Howdy, Bozeman!

This is our monthly Plan Ahead newsletter for some of the best happenings in Bozeman this November.

Have a great month, and please forward this newsletter to someone local who you think would find it helpful!

🎤 PechaKucha Night returns to The Ellen on Tuesday, November 3rd and Wednesday, November 4th, with local speakers sharing stories, starting at 6:40pm. Details.

❄️ MSU’s free Snow and Avalanche Workshop returns Wednesday, November 4th, from 5:00pm-9:00pm in the SUB Ballroom. Free tickets at the door. Details.

🎿 Five short ski films celebrating women in snow sports screen at the Emerson on Wednesday, November 4th, with live music, a Q&A, and a poster signing, starting at 7:00pm. Details.

🎨 Meet wildlife photographer Brian Phillips and see his work on Thursday, November 5th, from 5:30pm-7:00pm at Bank of Bozeman, plus drinks and light appetizers. Details.

🌭 Bozeman Spirits hosts a community BBQ with free hot dogs every Thursday downtown, 5:00pm-7:00pm, followed by trivia from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Details.

🎨 The Bozeman Art Museum’s Miniature Art Auction runs Friday, November 6th, from 5:30pm-8:30pm upstairs at the Baxter Hotel, where you can bid on original miniature paintings and larger pieces in person or online. Details.

🎄 The White Barn Vintage Christmas Market returns Friday, November 6th, from 5:00pm-8:00pm with a Sip & Shop preview with live music from Jody & the Woodflowers, and Saturday, November 7th, from 9:00am-3:00pm, with local crafters, artisans, and antique collectors. Details.

🎃 Happy Trash Can Compost’s 11th annual Pumpkin Smash runs Saturday, November 7th, from 10:00am-1:00pm in two locations: Story Mill Park and the Bozeman Sports Complex. Details.

🎨 Residents of Perennial Park Senior Living host an Art & Craft Fair on Saturday, November 7th, from 10:00am-4:00pm at 1683 Tschache Drive, with handmade goods, ceramics, crochet, vintage jewelry, and holiday ornaments. Enter on Sacco Drive, behind Lowe’s. Details.

⛷️ The Bridger Ski Foundation’s Ski Swap returns Saturday, November 7th, from 10:00am-6:00pm and Sunday, November 8th, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Details.

✈️ Bridger Aerospace opens its doors Saturday, November 7th, from 12:00pm-2:00pm at 90 Aviation Lane in Belgrade. See the firefighting aircraft, meet the pilots, and grab food from Mo’ Bowls and Soda Works. (Weather-dependent.) Details.

🛍️ Luxe Society hosts an après-ski-themed holiday shopping event Saturday, November 7th, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at its downtown Bozeman boutique, with special guests from Goldbergh visiting from the Netherlands. Details.

💃 Local community leaders team up with professional dancers to compete for the Mirror Ball Trophy on Saturday, November 7th, from 6:00pm-8:30pm, with audience voting, benefitting Roots Family Collaborative. Details.

🍵 Bozeman Matcha hosts a workshop Sunday, November 8th, from 11:00am-1:00pm at Light House downtown, where Megan Ulrichs of Glo Luxury Oils leads a guided exploration of flower essences. Details.

🎧 Bozeman Hot Springs hosts its annual Bass by the Water EDM night on Sunday, November 8th, from 7:00pm-10:00pm, with electronic music, lights, and a laser show. Details.

🎄 Pentatonix brings its holiday tour, Christmas in the City, to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on Monday, November 9th at 7:00pm. Details.

😊 MSU’s After Hours workshop explores the science of joy through discussion, reflection, and practical exercises on Tuesday, November 10th, from 6:30pm-8:00pm in Room 321. Details.

🎶 The Bozeman Symphony’s Symphonic Choir performs Dvořák’s Mass in D alongside sacred music and American spirituals at Hope Lutheran Church on Friday, November 13th at 7:30pm and Saturday, November 14th at 2:30pm. Details.

🎭 Random Acts of Silliness’ 4th annual Crankie Fest brings illustrated scrolling stories, puppetry, and live music to Beall Park Recreation Center. Shows are full but you can still join the waitlists. Details.

🏒 The Bozeman Ice Dogs host two Hockey for Cancer games Friday and Saturday, November 13th-14th at 7:30pm, benefiting the Bozeman Health Cancer Center. Wear purple! Details.

🎄 Rathvinden Farm hosts its annual Holiday Market Saturday, November 14th, from 10:00am-2:00pm, with local vendors, food, and warm drinks. Details.

🎨 Annie Awe Design hosts the Holiday Art Barn Market Saturday, November 14th, from 10:00am-2:00pm at 7151 Walker Road (close to Rathvinden!), with a dozen-plus local artists and makers selling art, jewelry, and home goods. Details.

🎿 Montana Ski Tuning and Boot Fitting hosts its second annual Pray for Snow Party Saturday, November 14th, with ski films, a raffle, and support for the Dave Loman Foundation. Films start at 7:00pm, free to attend. Details.

✈️ Bozeman Nights features a conversation with Brian Sprenger, President and CEO of Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, Tuesday, November 17th, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Kiln, followed by a Q&A. Details.

🎤 406 A Cappella brings together 40+ local vocalists for a live a cappella show Tuesday and Wednesday, November 17th-18th at The Baxter Hotel. Show starts at 7:30pm. Details.

🛍️ Downtown Bozeman’s annual Ladies’ Night returns Thursday, November 19th, from 5:00pm-8:00pm, with pre-holiday shopping deals and dinner and drink specials at participating shops, restaurants, and bars. Details.

🎄 Yellowstone Alliance Adventures hosts two Wreath Making Nights on Thursday and Friday, November 19th-20th, from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Materials, hot drinks, and desserts provided. Details.

🛍️ 406 Flea brings its vintage pop-up to the Fairgrounds on Saturday, November 21st, from 4:00pm-7:00pm, with local vintage clothing finds. Details.

🪩 Funksgiving returns to The ELM on Saturday, November 21st at 8:00pm, with The Sweet Groovalicious Funk Machine, guest vocalists, and an opening set from Desperate Electric. ’70s outfits encouraged. Details.

🦃 Huffing for Stuffing returns Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26th, with a community run and walk benefiting the Gallatin Valley Food Bank. Details.

🎨 The annual Indigenous Marketplace returns to the Emerson on Friday and Saturday, November 27th-28th, from 9:00am-4:00pm each day, with Indigenous artists from across the country selling handmade artwork and gifts. Details.

🎄 The Gallatin Valley Farmers’ Market hosts its 11th annual Holiday Market Saturday, November 28th, from 9:00am-3:00pm across four exhibition buildings, with handmade gifts, holiday decor, jewelry, pottery, and baked goods. Details.

🛍️ More than 100 local businesses take part in Small Business Saturday downtown on November 28th, a day for holiday shopping at locally owned shops. Details.

🧥 Santal Bozeman hosts a free winter clothing giveaway Saturday and Sunday, November 28th-29th, from 10:00am-3:00pm at 7710 Shedhorn Drive, Suite B. Coats, jackets, sweaters, hats, and gloves for anyone in need, no questions asked. Details.

🎄 The Cannery District’s annual Holiday Stroll runs Saturday, November 28th, from 11:00am-3:00pm, with local retailers, photos with Santa, letters to Santa, carolers, and s’mores. Details.

🥌 The Bozeman Curling Club hosts a free Charity Learn to Curl Sunday, November 29th, from 3:30pm-5:30pm at Haynes Pavilion, benefiting nonprofit Suffer Out Loud. No experience needed, and advance registration required. Details.

Have a great November, and see you out there!

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