Signature Events

July through August

Experience the vibrant Downtown Kalispell Picnic in the Park Concert Series, a beloved tradition since 1992! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy a diverse lineup of live music every Wednesday from noon to 1:30 PM, and in the evening from 6 to 8 PM. Gather your friends and family and make unforgettable memories at Depot Park, right in the heart of downtown Kalispell. Enjoy free concerts and immerse yourself in the joy of community and great music!

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.

July through August

Experience the magic of lavender! This 2-hour workshop begins with a hands-on tutorial on lavender harvest and concludes with the production of lavender essential oil. Each participant will take home a 10ml bottle of lavender essential oil, a bottle of lavender hydrosol (floral water), and a freshly picked bundle of lavender. The workshop will be held every Thursday from July through August, as well as on August 31st.

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.

May, July & August

Enjoy a colorful, guided or self-guided stroll at beautiful Bibler Gardens where hundreds of thousands of tulips and daffodils bloom each May.
*Bibler Home and Gardens is privately owned, and is designated for special events or by appointment only.

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. 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.

May through August

Every year, the ballpark comes alive with the sights and sounds of one of America’s favorite pastimes as the Glacier Range Riders take to the field. Enjoy an entertaining evening with the whole family from May 20—August 31.

Celebrating Glacier Guides & Montana Raft’s 28th Anniversary of Rafting for Refuse with a trash cleanup and post-float event on Saturday, June 21, 2025! Clean up trash at public river access points and along the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Advanced registration is required. The registration fee of $10 will be donated to Leave No Trace – Center for Outdoor Ethics. This event is open to volunteers aged 12 and up. To sign up or for more information, please contact Glacier Guides and Montana Raft at 406-387-5555 or [email protected].

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.

The Weed Rodeo is a noxious weed-pulling event on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River that started in 2003. Volunteers combine with commercial rafting outfitters, government organizations, non-profits and local businesses to hand-pull weeds along our beautiful river corridor. Groups will have a full day of rafting with one of the four commercial raft companies or by joining the group of private boaters. Along the way, the group will stop and listen to a short educational talk on noxious weeds led by a local weed expert.  The Middle Fork of the Flathead is a beautiful river that is protected by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The native plants and animals on the river corridor would appreciate your help.