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The heart and hub of the Flathead Valley, Kalispell has abundant things to see and do, from year-round adventures to seasonal offerings and iconic destinations to local gems.
Things to Do
Combining the best of Montana’s outdoors with urban mountain-town amenities, Kalispell and northwest Montana have an array of things to do. Dig into local flavors at culinary hotspots, hit the trails for epic hiking, mountain biking or horseback trail rides, set out on a scenic drive or peruse downtown and its many attractions, like museums, galleries, boutiques, watering holes and more.
Re-Discovering Kalispell with Forrest Mankins
We asked local photographer Forrest Mankins to re-discover Kalispell through his lens. See how he captured the beauty and the people of our mountain town.
Seasonal Adventures
Four seasons, endless adventures. No matter when you plan to visit, we have recommendations for summer, fall, winter and spring in northwest Montana.
Events
From farmers markets to races and rodeos to live music, Kalispell has events that take place throughout the year. Plan your trip to align with one of our signature events or see what’s happening while you’re here.
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Brash Rodeo Winter Series 2024-25
November – March:
Rodeo has been a part of Montana’s culture since the first cowboys arrived over 150 years ago. This event includes bull riding, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, steer riding, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping, calf roping, and chute dogging. Brash Rodeo is Western Montana’s longest-running series open rodeo.
23rd Annual John White Series
January through February
The 23rd edition of this popular speaker series runs over four Sundays in January and February 2025. Hear from Montana’s Troubador Jack Gladstone, an anthropologist-ethnohistorian Sally Thompson, traditional knowledge keepers Aspen and Cameron Decker, and a storyteller of amazing natural history Denny Olson.
Christmas Time at the Conrad Mansion
Get into the holiday spirit at the Conrad Mansion this December! Step back in time and experience a traditional Victorian Christmas in the Conrad Family home with our annual Christmas Tours. Our dedicated staff and volunteers deck the halls to create a festive atmosphere. Tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, with special seasonal events including the Christmas Carol Radio Broadcast, Christmas Tea & Tour, and the Valley Voices Choir Concert. Don’t miss out on this magical holiday experience!
Craft Brewers’ Cup
This annual adult hockey tournament and Brewfest begins Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th in the outdoor rink at Woodland Park in Kalispell. Teams come to play from around the region at our splendid outdoor rink. This event is a fundraiser for youth hockey and Woodland Ice Center. Everyone is welcome to watch the games and enjoy food from on-site food trucks, and for those 21 and older, there will be a beer garden available.
2025 Polar Plunge
The 2025 Polar Plunge on Flathead Lake will be held at The Raven on January 1st, starting around 1:30 PM. Arrive early to indulge in a delicious brunch and cozy winter cocktails at The Sitting Duck, open from 10 AM to 3 PM. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of fun!
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