You will always find something going on in Missoula. The following events are just a sample of some of the town’s annual festivals, fairs and events that occur. There are many community calendars that will be able to assist you as you plan your weekend or stay in Missoula. For a more complete listing of community events please visit:
• Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce
www.missoulachamber.com
• Destination Missoula
www.destinationmissoula.com
• Missoula Downtown Association
www.missouladowntown.com

Carousel Sunday Market and Festival: MAY
A Carousel for Missoula announces the establishment of the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, a combination of a farmers’ market and an arts and crafts market, to be held Sunday afternoons from 11am to 3pm, beginning May 8. The Market will be located in New Park parking lot, which is between the Carousel and the Caras Park pavilion. Visitors to the Market will be treated to music by local, young musicians in addition to produce, meat, poultry and dairy products produced in Montana west of the Continental divide, juried arts and crafts and prepared foods. (406) 543-1969

International Wildlife Film Festival: MAY
The International Wildlife Film Festival promotes awareness, knowledge and understanding of wildlife, habitat, people and nature through excellence in film, television and other media.
www.wildlifefilms.org

Farmers Market: mid-May to mid October
Missoula Farmer’s Market includes fresh local produce, baked goods and coffee provided by over 100 vendors in an outdoor setting. http://www.missoulafarmersmarket.com

Missoula Saturday Market: May to October
At Missoula Saturday Market, each summer, the city of Missoula closes a downtown street for a Saturday craft and food market run by local artisans. Enjoy traffic-free socializing, morning coffee and treats, local crafts, and interesting imports in historic downtown Missoula. www.missoulasaturdaymarket.org. (406) 830-3216

Clark Fork River Market: May to October
The Clark Fork River Market is located under the Higgins Bridge, in the Riverside Parking Lot, just east of Caras Park and the Wilma Building in downtown Missoula. Our hours are Saturdays, 8am until 1pm from the first Saturday in May through the third Saturday in October -- rain or shine! The market provides a lively and scenic setting for buying locally-produced fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, organic dairy products, plants, flowers, fresh handcrafted pastas, baked goods, honey, salsa, jams and jellies, wool goods and other wares from area farmers, ranchers and chefs. Breakfast, lunch, espresso, coffee, tea and cold drinks are also available, along with plenty of seating for customers who want to relax and enjoy the festive market atmosphere. Live music adds to the festivities from 11am to 1pm. www.clarkforkrivermarket.com. (406) 396-0593

Out to Lunch: June-August
Out to Lunch is a weekly performing arts festival at Caras Park on the Clark Fork River, featuring musicians and over 20 varied food vendors. Open June, July & August from 11am-2pm. www.missouladowntown.com

Downtown Tonight: June- August
Downtown ToNight is Missoula’s favorite evening music and food festival! Offering an outdoor venue for live music, food vendors and the Bud Light beverage garden for residents and visitors alike. This event also highlights a weekly family activity and, as always, is free to attend! Bring the family and join us for Thursday night fun! Every Thursday in June, July and August from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. www.missouladowntown.com

Garden City Brew Fest: May
This favorite annual event features more than 60 beers on tap, a wine bar, food and live music. www.missouladowntown.com

Street Jam: July
This is a great community event that you will want to be a part of! The Missoula Street Jam tournament is designed so that anyone can play; male or female, young and old, short & tall, the most experienced or no experience at all with the goal to provide an event to make the weekend entertaining & friendly for players and spectators beyond the game of 3-on-3 basketball. www.missoulachamber.com/events/streetjam.asp

Western Montana Fair: August
The western Montana Fair is a week long event that brings crowds from all over Montana. The yearly fair offers live entertainment, food, games and more. www.westernmontanafair.com/

River City Roots Festival: August
Our region’s largest arts and music festival showcasing Western Montana’s gem: Downtown Missoula. A unique public/private partnership, this event celebrates Downtown’s success and provides an opportunity to highlight some of Missoula’s most recently-developed attractions. www.rivercityrootsfestival.com/

Parade of Homes and Remodeling Tour: September
www.buildmissoula.com

Homecoming Parade: September
University of Montana Homecoming Parade is Missoula’s largest parade with over 100 entries. This parade draws visitors from in state and out of state, and proceeds the Montana Grizzlies football game. www.umontanaalumni.org/

First Night Missoula: December
An annual New Year’s Eve community wide, alcohol-free celebration of the arts. First Night® Missoula is filled with theater, dance, artists, poetry readings, plays, comedy, music, food and family entertainment. www.firstnightmissoula.org/