NORTHWEST MONTANA
1 Bigfork Holiday Parade
More information: 406-837-5888.
7-9 Whitefish “Cinderella”
More information: 406-862-5371.
8 Missoula Downtown Parade of Lights
The Macy’s Parade of Lights is an illuminated extravaganza parade held after dark in Christmas theme. This event is fun for all ages. The day’s events also include Santa and Mrs. Claus’s arrival, the annual lighting of the Christmas tree, Christmas carolers, rides at the Carousel, a bonfire and a holiday art workshop.
More information: 406-543-4238.
9 Kalispell Tour of Historic Homes
The Holiday Tour of Historic Homes is a benefit for The Museum at Central School. More information: 406 756-8381.
14 Whitefish Christmas Stroll
More information: 406-862-3501.
14-16 Whitefish “Cinderella”
More information: 406-862-5371.
15 Bigfork Visit Santa and Free Carraige Rides
More information: 406-837-5888.
20 Kalispell Children’s Evening at the Mansion
Children’s Evening at the Conrad Mansion. Children are invited to meet Santa in front of the Conrad Mansion Christmas Tree and go on a children’s tour of the Mansion. All proceeds go to the Conrad Mansion Museum. More information: 406-755-2166.
21-22 Whitefish “Cinderella”
More information: 406-862-5371.
31 Missoula First Night
First Night Missoula is an annual community New Year’s Eve celebration of the arts. Hundreds of performing, visual and literary artists showcase their diverse talents in more than 100 events throughout Missoula. This spirited, cultural celebration is open to the entire community and is alcohol and drug free. Produced by the Missoula Cultural Council. More information: 406-532-3240.
SOUTHWEST MONTANA
1 Big Sky Cowboy Christmas Ball
Annual event to kick off the holiday season. More information: 406-995-3000.
1-2 Bozeman “The Nutcracker”
More information: 406-582-8702.
1 Bozeman Christmas Stroll
Christmas Lighting Parade, food vendors, live music, pitures with Santa, kid’s activities, and more! More information: 406-586-4008.
7 Belgrade Festival of Lights
More information: 406-388-1616.
14-15 Bozeman Archie Bray Exhibition and Sale
Featuring work by current and recent Bray resident artists. More information: 406-587-9797.
15-30 Lewis and Clark Caverns Candlelight Tours
Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park offers candlelight tours in December, weather permitting. See the cave as the original discoverers did, by candlelight. These guided tours take 2 hours and require a 2 mile round trip walk. Visitors should be prepared to hike outside in wintertime conditions to the mouth of the cave. Be prepared for snow and cold temperatures. More information: 406-287-3541.
16 West Yellowstone Christmas Bird Count
Join us for the 6th annual West Yellowstone Christmas Bird Count in conjunction with the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center and the Sacajawea Audubon Society. Enjoy a day of birding in the West Yellowstone and Hebgen Lake area. Meet at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center at 8:00 am $5 fee. More information:
406-646-7001
19 West Yellowstone West Entrance to Yellowstone Opens to Snow Travel.
CENTRAL MONTANA
1 Havre Community Tree Lighting
Santa lights the tree and singers entertain. More information: 406-265-4383.1-2 Helena Festival of Trees
More information: 406-442-7920.
2 Helena Symphony Concerts
Concert I: Handel’s “Messiah”. Held at the Cathedral of Saint Helena.
For information: 406-442-1860.
2 Helena Original Governor’s Mansion Holiday HomeTour
Tour Montana’s Original Governor’s Mansion as well as other historic homes in Helena decked out in holiday attire. This is an annual fundraiser for the Original Governor’s Mansion restoration projects. For information: 800-243-9900.
7 Lewsitown Christmas Stroll
More information: 406-535-5436.
15-16 Great Falls Annual Drop and Shop for Kids 2007
The Annual Drop and Shop for Kids is at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center will be held December 15-16, 2007. While parents are busy preparing for the holidays, children in Grades K-5 enjoy three hours of activities and learning about aspects of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The theme this year is Holiday in the 1800s. For more information: 406-727-8733.
18 Lewistown Tree of Lights
More information: 406-535-5436.
EASTERN MONTANA
2 Laurel Christmas To Remember
Christmas to Remember welcomes the Christmas season with merchant open houses, caroling, a community bazaar, a lighted parade, and a fireworks display during the celebration. Laurel is lighted during the parade until the downtown is glowing with the Christmas spirit! More information: 406-248-8557.
7 Billings Artwalk
Artwalk Downtown was established in 1994 as a venue to promote fine art and crafts in Billings. The 32 participating galleries offer a wide variety of works for your visual enjoyment. Everyone is invited to Artwalk Downtown! More information: 406-252-2010.
7 Billings Christmas Stroll
The Christmas Stroll provides an evening complete with all the festivities of the season. Seasonal food and gift items, a variety of entertainment, merchant specials, hayrides, and visits from Santa make the Christmas Stroll a favorite family holiday tradition. More information: 406-259-5454.
9 Sidney MonDak Ethnic Christmas Celebration
The MonDak Heritage Center Ethnic Christmas focuses on how Christmas is celebrated in other countries with traditional food, music, and customs. A different country or theme is chosen each year. Native costumes, refreshments, entertainment and displays are the focal point. More information: 406-433-3500.
21-22 Billings Chase Hawks Memorial Cowboy Gatherin’
Live Calcutta Auction, World Champion Cowboys, and dancing to a live band. More information: 406-406-248-9295.
31 Big Timber Cowboy Christmas Ball
More information: 406-932-6668.
31 Billings Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale:
Swing in the New Year. This event benefits the Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale and helps support its programs throughout the state.Swing in the New Year with Pete Jacobs and his Wartime Radio Revue! Interspersing hits of the 30s and 40s, along with late-breaking news stories from the war years, some 40s-style radio commercials, several original songs. Listening to this 16-piece band is like taking a time machine back to a World War II U.S.O. Show. Dancing is what it’s all about. More information: 406-252-3610.
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