Signature Events
In Kalispell
Glacier Range Riders Baseball
May through August
The Glacier Range Riders are the Flathead Valley’s Pioneer baseball league established in 2022. Enjoy an entertaining evening with the whole family!
Brash Rodeo Summer Series 2024
June – September
Rodeo has been a part of Montana’s culture since the first cowboys arrived over 150 years ago. This events include bull riding, bronc riding, chute dogging, roping, barrel racing, and steer riding. Brash Rodeo is Montana’s longest running series open rodeo. Your Glacier country vacation would not be complete without experiencing the legendary Blue Moon Rodeo. Get your ticket and more information at glaciercountryrodeo.com.
Kalispell Farmers Market
May through October
The Kalispell Farmers Market offers the freshest produce grown in the Flathead Valley and an array of locally-made goods. Every Saturday during the summer and fall from 9 am to 12:30 pm, find local farmers selling everything from meat and eggs, fruits and vegetables to baked goods to native plants and trees. Shop for handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, paintings, and many more creations by the region’s talented artisans.
Vibes and Visions Concert Season
September through May
Glacier Symphony’s Vibes and Visions Concert Season will kick of with Beethoven Live Upstairs on September 23rd. Followed by a variety of concerts that will surly delight and entertain.
Bigfork Whitewater Festival
The Bigfork Whitewater Festival is a local’s tradition! The Swan River spills into Bigfork Bay where this last mile of the Swan River is know as the ‘Wild Mile’, a class IV section of whitewater. Spectators have front row seats to some of the best whitewater action in the Flathead Valley.
Downtown Kalispell Walking Tour
June through September
The Downtown Kalispell Walking Tour is a well-researched and high-quality tour that showcases the evolution of Kalispell as a cultural, economic, and transportation hub of Northwest Montana’s Flathead Valley. The tour is approximately two hours long, covers about one mile that is level and ADA-accessible, and includes over two dozen stops at 30-plus highlighted buildings that tell the story of Kalispell’s history and people. As you take the tour, you will learn about different architectural styles and modern reuse, prominent citizens and early settlers, how a bison herd could buy a city block, and where to spot ghost signs. It is a fascinating way to explore and learn about the history of Kalispell.
Kalispell Professional Bull Riders
2,000 lb. bovines being conquered by man with no fear! The tradition of bull riding is one of the world’s most extreme sports. Watch some of the top Professional Bull Riders in the world go up against the toughest bulls in the country. It will be a ride you won’t forget.
Montana High School Rodeo Finals
The Montana State High School Rodeo Finals are scheduled to take place at the Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell from June 3-8, 2024. The event will feature the top cowboys and cowgirls from across Montana who will be competing in various categories. The performances will take place on Thursday and Friday at 6:30 pm, while the championship round will be held on Saturday at 1 pm. The schedule will also include the Queen contest, shooting sports, cutting, and reining. Concessions and vendors will be available at the arena for the convenience of the attendees. Information regarding the week’s schedule can be found on the MHSRA website.
Herron Half Marathon
Join this scenic and challenging trail run just minutes from downtown Kalispell. Choose to challenge yourself with a half marathon, 10k or 5k trail run.
The Big Shindig
Epic car show with bands, beer and BBQ! Check out a wide range of hot rod, classic, custom and unfinished cars from around the country or bring your old tin and help make it the best time ever! This is a fundraiser for an amazing local cause.
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