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New Year’s Celebration at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake

What are your plans for New Year’s Eve celebrations? Why not start the celebration with dinner in the The Lodge at Whitefish Lake Dining Room, then ring in the New Year with live music with Jameson & The Sordid Seeds at 9pm in the Bar and a balloon drop and fireworks at midnight?

New Year’s Celebration at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake Details

If you are looking to enjoy ringing in the New Year, head over to The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. You can start with dinner, then enjoy live music with Jameson & The Sordid Seeds starting at 9pm with a Balloon drop and fireworks at midnight. Holiday dinner reservations strongly suggested 406.863.4040. Learn more – HERE.

About Jameson and The Sordid Seeds

Jameson and The Sordid Seeds is a rock/reggae/blues/soul powerhouse known for its electric live performances and captivating song writing. Hailing from Whitefish, Montana, they have developed a solid following throughout the Western United States. Learn more – HERE.

About The Lodge at Whitefish

Inspired by the grand lodges of the past, with all the conveniences of the present, The Lodge brings a sense of leisure and grace to the Montana travel experience. Surrounded by mountains with the pristine waters of Whitefish Lake at our back door, and all the amenities of a full-service resort hotel, The Lodge provides the perfect location for your next visit to Whitefish and northwest Montana. Learn more – HERE.

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New Years Eve Party with Tommy Edwards!

What are you doing for New Year’s in Bigfork, Montana? Why not head over to the Buffalo Saloon and Casino for a live concert with Tommy Edwards?

“Once the old Swan River Schoolhouse, Buffalo Saloon, Lodge, Casino and Restaurant is recognized as one of Bigfork’s most distinct locations with comfortable Lodging, historic Saloon, exciting Casino and fresh Grill Restaurant.”

New Years Eve Party with Tommy Edwards Details

The party will begin at 8pm on December 31, 2021, and ring in the New Year on January 1, 2022. The event and entertainment are free and there will be lots of great drink and food specials to keep everyone having a great time as we cross over to the 2022 new year. Learn more about the event – HERE.

About Tommy Edwards

Tommy Edwards is a singer and songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. In 2012, he moved to Montana and is raising his two girls with his wife in Montana. He performs across the state in weddings, private parties and special events. Learn more – HERE.

“I am, and will forever be eternally grateful for the support I have received from the Flathead Valley, giving me the ability to support my family performing full-time.”

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!

Y2K22 – END OF 2021

RING IN THE NEW YEAR AND SAY GOODBYE TO 2021 AT THE FLATHEAD VALLEY’S MOST EPIC NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY – Y2K22 !!!!

Are you ready to the end the year 2021 with a bash? Chihuahua Beats presents Y2K22 featuring Nick Ferrington, MT Souls, JAAK and lots more fun at The Bierstube at Whitefish Mountain Resort in Whitefish, Montana. Starting at 8pm on Friday, December 31, 2021 until 2am on New Year’s Day, let’s end the year well and start the year correctly at Y2K22. There will be pre-party fireworks at 6pm, complimentary Hors D’oeuvres, photo booth, Champagne Toast at Midnight, Free Party Swag with entry, and an epic Countdown into The New Year! Call your friends and make plans for the 2022 cross over to the New Year. Tickets are $30 per person – Get them – HERE!

Y2K22

Y2K22
AN END-OF-THE-YEAR SPECTACULAR!

FEATURING:
Nick Ferrington
(House & Open Format)

MT Souls
(Live Hip Hop)

JAAK
(Party Jams & Throwbacks)

PLUS:
– Pre-Party Fireworks at 6:00 pm!
– Complimentary Hors D’oeuvres
– Photo Booth!
– Champagne Toast At Midnight!
– Free Party Swag w/ Entry!
– Epic Countdown Into The New Year!

FRIDAY, 12/31/2021
THE BIERSTUBE
@ WHITEFISH MOUNTAIN RESORT
8:00pm
AGES 21+

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT:
www.montanaravers.com

OR IN-PERSON (with NO FEES!) AT THE BIERSTUBE.

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!

Smarty Pants Trivia

Do have what it takes to get on the Smarty Pants Wall of Fame? It is time to see if you have what it takes to be a real smarty pant. So, consider having a little trivia fun with great wine and food at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro in Kalispell, Montana.

Smarty Pants Trivia Details

On Thursday nights, Waters Edge Winery and Bistro host Smarty Pants Trivia from 7pm until 9pm. Waters Edge Winery & Bistro is located at the corner of LaSalle & Highway 2 in Kalispell, Montana. Guests will have a chance to show their trivia knowledge. There will be great food and amazing wine to provide the necessary sustenance to make it through the “challenging” games. There will also be music involved so Wine up and try your chance at getting your name on the Smarty Pants Wall of Fame. Learn more about this event and others at Waters Edge Winery & Bistro – HERE.

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro

The Waters Edge Winery & Bistro Kalispell was brought to life from a deeply engrained love for great wine, great food and time well spent with friends and family. This winery is family owned by Angela & Trevor Zuba who have recently made the Flathead Valley their home after falling in love with the local character, community and ample outdoor activity opportunities. The Zuba’s first visited the valley 15 years ago and have spent as much time here as possible, always with the intent of making Montana their home. Read more – HERE.

Live Music with Unwound! Featuring Garth Brooks Tribute!

Do you have friends in low places…maybe where the Thunder Rolls??? Garth Brooks is back, at least one of the best Garth Brooks impersonators! Unwound will be entertaining guests at the Waters Edge Winery in Kalispell on Saturday, December 11, 2021, starting at 6pm. If you love country music and especially if you enjoy Garth Brooks music, then this is an event you need to get to this weekend.

“At Waters Edge Winery we want everyone who visits to feel like a part of our family so while we are renovating our tasting room we want to share the progress so that when you enter for the first time, it will feel like you’ve been a part of the journey all along. We can’t wait to open our doors and share the Waters Edge Experience with the Flathead Valley!”

Unwound! Featuring Garth Brooks Tribute! Details

If you want to spend an evening enjoying Country Music, then mark you calendars for Saturday, December 11, 2021, at 7pm at Waters Edge Winery located at 2593 highway 2 East #8, Kalispell, Montana. Waters Edge Winery is a full production winery producing wines from around the world. Tasting room, bistro style menu, bottling parties, custom labels, events, live music and more! Learn more – full production winery producing wines from around the world. Tasting room, bistro style menu, bottling parties, custom labels, events, live music and more! Learn more – HERE.

Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy some great mine, amazing food and one heck of a boot stompin’ time!

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!

Killer Queen

Another One Bites The Dust, Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Gaga…. If you find yourself singing these songs in your head already, we’ve got an event for you. Back by popular demand, The Alpine Theatre Project is bringing back Killer Queen. The concert sill take place at Casey’s Whitefish located at 101 Central Avenue in Whitefish, Montana on Friday December 10 and Saturday December 11, 2021.

“The runaway hit concert of the summer is back, so join us for a celebration of the music of one of rock’s greatest bands of all time, Queen. Filled with soaring vocals, insane guitar riffs, and the sounds that defined “arena rock,” Killer Queen is sure to rock you!”

Killer Queen Performance Details

The Killer Queen is an extremely popular performance so tickets sell out quickly. The performance stars Broadway vocalists, Eric Krop, Tracy McDowell, & Cameron Mitchell Bell! Learn more – HERE.

Killer Queen will take place on Friday, December 10, 2021, starting at 8:30pm and Saturday, December 11, 2021, starting at 8:30pm. The performance will be held at Casey’s Whitefish located at 101 Central Avenue in Whitefish, Montana. General admission tickets are in advance and $35 at the door. VIP Balcony tickets are also available for $75 per person. Get your tickets before they sell out – HERE.

About The Alpine Theater

Founded in 2004 by three Broadway veterans, Betsi Morrison (Broadway’s The Sound of Music), Luke Walrath (Broadway’s 42nd Street), and David Ackroyd (Broadway’s Children of a Lesser God), Alpine Theatre Project has been bringing Broadway talent, production, and education to Flathead Valley residents since 2004. Its artists have performed in over 190 Broadway productions, won 4 Tony Awards, 7 Emmy Awards, 4 Golden Globe Awards, and 1 Academy Award. Since its founding, ATP has become one of the most talked-about and unique cultural institutions in the Inland Northwest, with notices in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, American Theatre Magazine, and Frommer’s Budget Travel Magazine, which named ATP as one of the attractions that make Whitefish, Montana “One of the Top 10 Coolest Small Towns in America.” 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!

Whitefish Christmas Stroll

The Christmas Stroll is coming to downtown Whitefish on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 5:30pm until 9pm!

As you stroll down the beautiful Downtown Whitefish streets, guests will get to catch up with friends, sing and eat. Have you ever seen fire dancers? Guests will have an opportunity to see the amazing talents of the fire dancers and can even take pictures with Santa and pet the sled dogs. Support your local shops and businesses and so much more!!! You won’t want to miss it! Come by and enjoy the Christmas season in historic Downtown Whitefish. Learn more – HERE.

Whitefish Christmas Stroll Event Highlights…

5pm….Alpine Bell Ringers Hand bell Choir Concert followed by Harp Music and The North Valley Music School Christmas Recital~ First Presbyterian Church
5:30 pm… Turkey (Kids’ game hen division) Bowling with Stay Montana ~ S of the WF Winter Carnival Float (1st and Central)
5:40 pm.. The Vocal FVCC Ensemble ~ Outside O’Shaughnessy Center / Depot Park
6pm… White fire Fire Dancers ~ Outside O’Shaughnessy Center/Depot Park
6:20pm….. Tree Lighting Ceremony ~ Outside O’Shaughnessy Center/Depot Park
6:30pm….Santa Arrives via Wagon ~ Outside O’Shaughnessy Center/Depot Park
6:30pm… Santa led by The Montana Bagpiper and a Bigfork Whitefish Dance performance down Central To FORLOH
6:30-9pm…. Selfies with Santa and the WHS Drama Elves ~ FORLOH
7pm.. The Vocal FVCC Ensemble ~ South of the Whitefish Winter Carnival Float (1st and Central)
7:20pm… White fire Fire Dancers ~ South of the Whitefish Winter Carnival Float (1st and Central)
8pm.. The Vocal FVCC Ensemble ~ South of the Whitefish Winter Carnival Float (1st and Central)
8:20pm… White fire Fire Dancers ~ South of the Whitefish Winter Carnival Float (1st and Central)
8:30pm…Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Shoppers’ Drawing

Throughout The Evening…

Wagon rides by Bar W Guest Ranch
Warm up at fire pits at various locations on Central Ave
Create your own ornament at Stumptown Art Studio
Chestnuts Roasting at the Village Shop
Vendors selling great crafts and delicious food
Stores dressed in their holiday finest – many w/refreshments
Christmas Shoppers’ Registration (Drawing)
Visit the Whitefish Winter Carnival Float & Royalty
Meet the pups from Dog Sled Adventures
Explore the cab of a VERY BIG CAT with Great Northern Powder Guides

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!

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!

The Great Whitefish Gingerbread Contest

Attention all architects, structural engineers, painters, and artists! Are you good at Legos? Have you ever decorated cookies? How are your painting skills? In the end, all are invited to participate in the Great Whitefish Gingerbread Contest. Enter alone or with family, friends or coworkers! Help raise funds for Whitefish Affordable Housing while having fun, getting creative, and constructing to delight and impress.

Contest Rules
The organizers for this great event want to encourage everyone to participate, so the restrictions to a minimum!

Kits and pre-made gingerbread are allowed. Just be sure to add your personal touch!
Graham cracker houses are permitted in the Family/Individual Division.
Houses must have been built within the current year.
Please build and deliver your house on a sturdy base measuring no bigger than 15”x15”.
Visible elements of the house should be edible. (Does not include base or architecture under visible décor.) Items in the environment of your house may be inedible.
Designs may be any structure: houses, businesses, public buildings, hotels, churches, etc.
Houses will be viewed from all angles.
Entries must be delivered to designated business by the end of business on November 30. We will contact you with your assigned business and associated contact information.
Entries must be picked up during the Christmas Stroll anytime after the announcement of the winners (starting at 6:30pm)

The Great Whitefish Gingerbread Contest Details

GINGERBREAD CONTEST SCHEDULE
November 5 – Entries Open
November 30 – Entries due to displaying business
December 4 thru 9 – Public voting
Morning of December 10, Entries Moved to WF Chamber Tent
December 10 – Winners announced at the Christmas Stroll

Family/Individual Entry: $20

Business Entry Level: $35

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!

Comedy Night At The Elk’s

As the stress of the holidays grows, it is very important to decompress with a little bit of fun. Why not head over to the Elk’s Lodge in Kalispell, Montana, for a little bit of comedy? On Friday, November 26, 2021, from 7:30 until 10:30pm, come on out to the Elks Lodge for a laughing good time. High Country Productions presents Stand-Up Comedy that will have everyone’s funny bone giggling.

“This show will feature professional comics from as far as New York, along with up and coming comics from Montana. Join us for a laugh filled night!!!”

Kalispell Comedy at Elks Club — https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-night-at-the-elks-tickets-188007524567

Comedy Night At The Elk’s Details

Yoshi Obayashi has been on multiple podcast including Joe Rogan, Your Mom’s House, Ari Shaffir’s and has performed with amazing comics such as Russell Peter’s and Dave Attell.

Andrew Manning has been heard on SiriusXM radio, and has performed at Funnybone comedy clubs, the Ice House comedy club, City Steam Brewery in Hartford, CT, the Rhode Island Comedy Connection, Comix Roadhouse at Mohegan Sun, Caroline’s on Broadway, The Stand Comedy Club and New York Comedy Club. Has opened for Russell Peters and Tim Dillon.

A native New Yorker, Jackie Rapetti picked up and moved to Missoula, MT in 2019 in pursuit of hunting. As if! She actually prefers killing on stage. She hosts an open mic and comedy showcase each month at Stave & Hoop. In addition to stand-up, Jackie is a freelance writer, editor, and cookie connoisseur.

Nick Kynett started his comedy career in Kalispell!!! Over the past year and a half Nick has quickly excelled in Stand-up comedy. Performing at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy- Phoenix, Comedy Chateau- Hollywood, and even recording a podcast at the famed LA Laugh Factory.

Location: Elk’s Lodge is located at 1820 U.S. 93 S, Kalispell, MT 59901

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!

New Year’s Celebration at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake Details

New Years Eve Party with Tommy Edwards Details

Y2K22

Smarty Pants Trivia Details

Unwound! Featuring Garth Brooks Tribute! Details

Killer Queen Performance Details

Whitefish Christmas Stroll Event Highlights…

Throughout The Evening…

Are you ready for the Festival of Trees?

Festival of Trees Details

Nate Chute Foundation

The Great Whitefish Gingerbread Contest Details

Comedy Night At The Elk’s Details

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