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Hockaday ARTS IN THE PARK

There is nothing like a weekend filled with arts, crafts, music, food and fun. The Hockaday Arts in the Park festival is certainly a local favorite. This festival is one of the longest running arts festivals in Montana. The festival is held in the Kalispell Depot Park in the center of Downtown Kalispell Friday through Saturday, July 15 to 17, 2022. Guests will expect to enjoy juried art and craft booths, food and specialty booths, live music and entertainment, premium wine and beer garden and lots of fun children’s activities.

Hockaday ARTS IN THE PARK Details

Arts in the Park is a benefit event for the Hockaday Museum of Art. All admission proceeds support the Museum in its mission and programs.
For your safety, Arts in the Park will be following all CDC and health department requirements regarding COVID-19 health requirements including masking, social distancing and increased sanitization measures.

Admission is $5 for a 3-day unlimited pass (which also grants you admission to the Museum during or after the festival), and children under 12 are free. Buy your pass button in advance at the museum! Learn more about the Hockaday Arts in the Park – HERE.

Hours:
Fri July 15: 10-6
Sat July 16: 10-6
Sun July 17: 10-4
Fun volunteer opportunities for this summer event! Email: communications@hockadaymuseum.org

Hockaday Museum of Art

The cultural history of the Flathead Valley and Glacier National Park
The Hockaday Museum of Art itself is housed in a stunning classical-revival-style building, originally erected as the town library in 1901. In addition to rotating exhibits, it has a permanent “Crown of the Continent” exhibition that features 15 historic Glacier National Park murals, as well as work from some of the best-known Western artists, including Charles M. Russell and O.C. Seltzer. Learn more – HERE.

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Cloverfest

It is time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Columbia Falls at the Annual Cloverfest 2022. The Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to wear green and celebrate at this family-friendly event. The Cloverfest will feature live music, multiple bands, performance by local musicians playing bagpipe and instruments, a 5k run, 1 mile fun run, food trucks, beer and distillery garden, themed competitions, kids carnival and so much more.

Cloverfest 2022 Details

Schedule of Events:

11:00am-2:00pm: Kids Carnival, FREE facepainting, and live music from the Montana Bagpiper
11:00am: Cloverfest 5k
12:00pm: Cloverfest Fun Run
1:00 Live Music, Sylvie and Nina Trio
2:30pm: St Patrick’s Day Activities and Games, including split the pot bingo
4:00pm: Live Music, Swiftcurrent Trio
5:30pm: St Patrick’s Day Activities and Games
7:00pm-9:00PM: Live Music, The Montana Shamrockers

Location: Super 1 Foods Parking Lot. 2100 9th Street West, Columbia Falls. The 5k, Fun Run and kids carnival will be outside, but the live music, competitions and other fun will be inside a heated, enclosed party tent!

Featured Breweries: Sacred Waters Brewing and Backslope Brewing

Featured Distillery: Glacier Distilling Company

Featured Food Trucks: Piroshki Palace, Montana Mountain Dawgs, 406 BBQ

Cost: The price to enter the big tent, listen to the live music and have the opportunity to participate in the themed competitions is $10.00/person, kids 12 and under are free. ID check required by all attendees upon entrance to the tent.

Cloverfest 5k: $30.00/person

The Cloverfest 5k is a timed 5k starting at11:00am on Saturday, March 12th 2022. The race will start and end at Super 1 Foods in Columbia Falls, Montana. Entry fee is $30/racer, which includes an official time, standings and a race shirt. 5K is open to runners and walkers. Register by February 28th, 2022 to be guaranteed a race shirt.

Top Male and Female Medals Given Out in the Following Categories: 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Packet Pick Up: Friday, March 11th, 6-8pm, Orthorehab Physical Therapy – Columbia Falls. (500 12th Ave W, Suite 2F, Inside Cedar Palace Medical Center)

Cloverfest Fun Run : $15.00/person

The Cloverfest Fun Run is a mile long run/walk starting at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 12th 2022. The fun run is open to adults and children of all ages, infant strollers welcomed! $15/person to participate, which includes a race shirt and swag bag from Hammer Nutrition. Dress in green as there will be a costume contest at the end of the race as well as other themed awards! Register by February 28th, 2022 to be guaranteed a race shirt.

Themed Awards include Most “Cloverly” Dressed, Better Luck Next Year, In Pursuit of the Gold, Ready to Shamrock, Golden Achiever, & Youngest Leprechaun.

Packet Pick Up: Friday, March 11th, 6-8pm, Orthorehab Physical Therapy – Columbia Falls. (500 12th Ave W, Suite 2F, Inside Cedar Palace Medical Center)

Kids Carnival: 11:00am-2:00pm

Bring the whole family for an exciting St. Patrick’s themed kids carnival! FREE face painting by Ladybug face painting, sponsored by Schellinger Construction, carnival games, live music, food trucks and more during the carnival! Tickets to play the games are $1.00/ticket or an arms length for only $10.00. Wear your green and have some good old family fun!

All games are 1 ticket. Tickets sold at the carnival, 1 for $1.00 or $10.00 for an arms length.

Kids Carnival Volunteers: Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country, Gateway to Glacier Trails, Montana Sky Insurance and Whitefish Credit Union

K-5 Students: Enter the Cloverfest coloring contest by Friday, March 4th. Prizes for each grade are as follows: 1st Place: 10 free carnival tickets, 2nd Place: 5 free carnival tickets, 3rd Place: 3 free carnival tickets. Return your page to your classroom teacher or mail completed page to Columbia Falls Area Chamber, Box 312, Columbia Falls 59912.

We will feature three different bands throughout the day. Check out the line up below! Cost is $10.00/person. ID check required prior to entering.

Live Music Schedule:

10:30-12:30: Montana Bagpiper

1:00-2:30pm: Sylvie and Nina

4:00-5:30pm: Swiftcurrent Trio

7:00-9:00pm: The Montana Shamrockers

Competitions throughout the Day!

Throughout the day we will have themed competitions for participants of all ages. Brush up on your Irish trivia and dancing. This will be a day you won’t want to miss out on!

More Information: 406-892-2072, director@columbiafallschamber.org

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Kalispell Chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Flathead Celtic Festival are back and ready to spread Irish cheer again by hosting the St. Patrick’s Day parade on Main Street Kalispell. On Thursday, March 17, 2022, starting at 4pm, head on over to Main Street in Kalispell for a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebration. Parade Goers will get to experience a lot of fun that will include treats for the kids, beautiful floats, music from bag pipes, great costumes and so much more.

About the Kalispell Chapter of Ancient Order of Hibernians

The Ancient Order of Hibernians is America’s oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organization. Active across the United States, The Order seeks to aid the newly arrived Irish, both socially and economically. The Kalispell Ancient Order of Hibernians is working with their team on a grand float for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Learn more – HERE.

About Flathead Valley Celtic Festival

The Flathead Celtic Festival is an organization dedicated to promoting, preserving, and exposing our community to Celtic culture for the educational benefit of the people in this region and its visitors. We provide education by providing locals and visitors to music, dance, history, ancestry, language, food, crafts, and traditional athletic events in public venues as well as utilizing the corporation’s website to provide facts, statistics, and other related data on Celtic Nations. Learn more – HERE.

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St. Patrick's Day

Spring Brewfest 2022

Would you be interested in drinking beer for a great cause? On April 2, 2022, from 1pm until 4pm, you are invited to the S.N.O.W. Bus Fundraiser – Spring Brewfest 2022 at Whitefish Mountain Resort Village. The Spring Brewfest 2022 supports FREE public transportation between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort.

Spring Brewfest 2022 Details

Tickets for the Spring Brewfest 2022 are $25 in advance, $30 at the Door and $5 under 21 and for Designated Drivers. Tickets can be purchased at the Whitefish Mountain Resort Guest and Info Center, Sportsman Ski Haus in Kalispell, and Bonsai Brewing Project in Whitefish. Learn more – HERE.

About Big Mountain Commercial Association

The Big Mountain Commercial Association is a non-profit public trade association that raises funds to pay for common services and programs. These include funding for the SNOW bus, Big Mountain Road winter maintenance, the Big Mountain Summer & Spring Brewfest, and the Winter Winefest.

Our objective is to be a community forum for the development of new ideas and projects that will enhance Big Mountain, Whitefish and the Flathead valley.

What is the S.N.O.W. Bus?

The S.N.O.W. Bus, a free shuttle service between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. The S.N.O.W. Bus has been a staple of our community for over 20 years. Learn more – HERE.

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Home & Garden Showcase

The Home & Garden Showcase is taking place March 5 – 6, 2022, at the Flathead County Fairgrounds located at 265 N. Meridian Road in Kalispell. The show will have over 50 vendors from roofing and cabinet companies to furniture and garden companies. There will also be a lot of great food vendors. If you are looking to update your home or even to find the best plants for your spring garden, you should stop by the Home & Garden Showcase 2022.

Home & Garden Details

Tickets for the show are $5 for all adults and free for children 18 and under with ticketed adult and free for active military, veterans and their families. Tickets can be purchased online – HERE. There are over 50 vendors including food vendors.

Home & Garden Showcase Vendors

Escape Now Spas, Titan Roofing, Thermal Tech, ERA Lambros, Culligan, Larry’s Tractors, Flathead Deck, Artisan Roofing, Habitat for Humanity, Sliters Lumber & Building Supply, Glacier Roofing & Exterior, West Cabinetry, Renewal by Anderson, Wisner Tree Works, Flathead Conservation District, Big Sky Outdoor Living, Elite Rustic Designs, Builders First Source, Valley Bank, Big Sky Insultation, Summit Ice Melt, High Mountain Forestry, Direct Source Cabinets, Gran Central, Plant Land, Silver Creek Construction, Montana CAD, Glacier Steel Roofing, Rainbow Vacuum, Firestone Concrete Coa5tings, Gotcha Covered, Gran Central, The Blind Guy, and so many more. See all of the vendors – HERE.

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13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022

Are you ready for the 13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022? This year promises over 30 Montana breweries from all over Montana, live music performances and great Brewfest merchandise. So, mark your calendars, because on Saturday, March 5, 2022, you need to head over to Main Street in Downtown Bigfork.

13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022 Details

The 13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022 is on Bigfork’s Main Street, Electric Avenue this year offering plenty of room to spread out and enjoy Montana beer. Guests will enjoy Luke Dowler & Kelly Garber who will be preforming in front of the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts. There will be additional performance in front of the Garden Bar. Plus, Brew-Bus tickets are available for $10 round trip to ensure a safe fun time for everyone. Merchandise for Bigfork Brewfest will be available to buy early or day of in front of The Montana Scene in the Double Eagle courtyard. Featuring beanies, hoodies, women’s crew, & men’s 1/4 zip pullover. Tickets for the 13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022 are $35 per person. Learn more and get your tickets – HERE

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

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Sportsmans Expo 2022

Are your bags packed and are your ready to go on your next adventure? The Sportsmans Expo 2022 is taking place this weekend, Friday through Sunday ( February 25-27, 2022) , at the Flathead County Fairgrounds & Trade Center. There are lots of exhibitors who are participating in the Sportsmans Expo 2022 including the North Valley Search and Rescue, Zink’s Big Sky Archery, Grizzly Bamboo Rods, Life Flight Network and Bow Buddy just to name a few. There will lots of contests and prizes for some lucky guests including $250 Gift Certificates to the Army Navy Daily, Door Prizes, Big Buck Contest, Trail Camera Contest, Fly Casting Contest, and many more. Plus, there will be lots of great guest activities even for the young guests like a Kid’s Fishing Pond and Lady Bug Face Painting.

Sportsmans Expo 2022 Details

Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center
February 25th 2022 11:00-6:00
February 26th 2022 10:00-5:00
February 27th 2022 10:00-4:00

Contact Us
Office: 406-892-7368
George Johnson: 406-261-1479
Dennis Johnson: 406-261-7368
email: contact@montanasportsmansexpo.com

Sportsmans Expo 2022 Admission: Adults $6.00, 12 & under Free
*Bring in a non-perishable food item from $1.00 off admission. Limit $1.00 off per person. Donations will go to the NW Montana Veteran’s Food Pantry.

Cash and cards only, no checks. There is an ATM available on site.

Click HERE to learn more about the Sportsmans Expo 2022.

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406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

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Frosty the Brewfest 2022

Are you ready for the coolest party in town? Mark your calendars and get ready for the Frosty The Brewfest 2022!

On Saturday, January 29, 2022, from 2 pm until 6pm, the 3rd Annual Frosty the Brewfest is coming to town, specifically 41 3rd Street West in Kalispell, Montana. This cool event will feature four hours of live music by Angel & Davey and The Kenny James Miller Band, brewfest, food trucks and outdoor events like the “ kids dash for gear”, “fat tire bike races”, and “frosty the beard contest”.

What makes this year’s event even better is that 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Kalispell Downtown Association and The Flathead Warming Center.

Frosty the Brewfest 2022 Details

Mark you calendars for Frosty the Brewfest 2022 – Saturday, January 29, 2022, from 2-6pm at 41 3rd St West in Kalispell.

Look for the heated tent in the Valley Bank parking lot located on the corner of 3rd St. W and 1st Ave. West in downtown Kalispell. This is a family friendly event so come out and enjoy some great brews, food, music and family fun and raise money for the community we love.

Tickets are $25.00 and include a commemorative ceramic mug and 4 tickets good for one 6oz beer each. Get your tickets – HERE.

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Festival of Trees

Are you ready for the Festival of Trees?

The Festival of Trees is BACK! The Festival will take place on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 5 until 9 pm at 333 S Main St, Kalispell, MT 59901. Guests will enjoy the beautify of decorated trees, drinks Free gift wrapping and more. The event is open to all ages. The goal is to raise awareness and funds for the Nate Chute Foundation. Please join us for this magical holiday event and give back!

Festival of Trees Details

The Festival will take place on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 5 until 9 pm at 333 S Main St, Kalispell, MT 59901. It should be a lot of fun and is free to attend. The goal is to raise support and awareness for the Nate Chute Foundation. Learn more about the event – HERE.

Nate Chute Foundation

The NC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that was established in 1999 following the suicide death of Whitefish High School graduate Nate Chute. The Foundation provides financial support for a number of community and school based efforts. Suicide is epidemic in Montana. Montana has ranked in the top five for suicide rates in the nation for the past thirty years. For 2016, Montana had the highest suicide rate in the nation. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Holiday Extravaganza 2021

Have you finished your holiday shopping yet…have you even started? The Holiday Extravaganza is coming to the Majestic Valley Arena from Friday, November 12 through Sunday, November 14, 2021. There will be over 100 vendors selling a wide variety of items including jewelry, photography, pottery, skin care products, fine art, western ware and lots of great food. Get your Christmas shopping done early and more importantly locally.

Holiday Extravaganza 2021 Details

The Holiday Extravaganza will take place November 12-14, 2021, at the Majestic Valley Arena located at 3630 Hwy 93 N. in Kalispell. Vendors from across Montana and beyond are coming to showcase their hand crafted items and lots of great food. Learn more about the event – HERE.

The Majestic Valley Arena opened in 2002 and has hosted concerts, large banquets, trade shows, expos, rodeos and of course the Holiday Extravaganza. Learn more about the Majestic Valley Arena – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Hockaday ARTS IN THE PARK Details

Hockaday Museum of Art

Cloverfest 2022 Details

About the Kalispell Chapter of Ancient Order of Hibernians

About Flathead Valley Celtic Festival

Spring Brewfest 2022 Details

Home & Garden Details

Home & Garden Showcase Vendors

13th Annual Bigfork Brewfest 2022 Details

Sportsmans Expo 2022 Details

Frosty the Brewfest 2022 Details

Are you ready for the Festival of Trees?

Festival of Trees Details

Nate Chute Foundation

Holiday Extravaganza 2021 Details

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