Agriculture has long shaped the communities and landscapes of Western Montana, and throughout the year, visitors can experience that connection firsthand at agritourism events across Glacier Country. These events—scenic farm-to-farm bike rides, cherry festivals and ranch gatherings featuring local food, music, and makers—celebrate the character and heritage in the region.
TOUR DE FARMS BIKE RIDE, JUNE 14, 2026
Each June, the Tour de Farms Bike Ride gives participants the chance to experience agriculture in the Bitterroot Valley by bike. Beginning and ending in downtown Hamilton, the 35-mile ride travels a mix of paved and gravel roads with stops at local farms along the way. Riders can meet growers and producers, learn more about local agriculture, and enjoy food and beverages at each stop. The event concludes with a buffet-style dinner at O’Hara Community Center, with family and friends welcome to join the celebration.
WESTERN MONTANA FOOD + FARM TRAIL, JUNE 1 – OCTOBER 31, 2026
Running June through October, the Western Montana Food + Farm Trail is a self-guided way to explore farms, markets, restaurants and food producers across the Missoula, Flathead and Bitterroot valleys. Purchase a Field Guide featuring regional maps, curated itineraries and trail-only promotions, and collect stamps at participating stops to unlock special offers and earn prizes while discovering new places along the way.
OLD SALT FESTIVAL, JUNE 19 – 21, 2026
Held on the Mannix Family Ranch in Helmville, the Old Salt Festival brings together ranching, food, music and western craftsmanship for a three-day celebration of rural culture and regenerative agriculture. Experience working ranch life through pasture walks, cooking demonstrations, makers markets, livestock and horsemanship demonstrations, and conversations centered around land stewardship and local food systems.
The festival also features live music throughout the weekend, along with locally sourced meals, swing dancing lessons, yoga on the ranch and family-friendly activities. From mule-packing and wool-spinning demonstrations to talks with ranchers, chefs and conservation leaders, the event offers an immersive look at the people, food and traditions that shape Montana ranching culture.
FLATHEAD CHERRY FESTIVAL, JULY 25 – 26, 2026
Held each summer in downtown Polson, the Flathead Cherry Festival celebrates one of Western Montana’s most iconic crops. Learn about the history of Flathead cherries while browsing local art, regional vendors and freshly baked treats throughout the weekend. Sample cherry foods, relax under the food court tent and explore downtown while meeting local artists and businesses. Family-friendly traditions include cherry pit spitting contests, chalk art and other cherry-themed competitions.
CLARK FORK RIVER PEDAL + FARM TOUR, AUGUST 1, 2026
Held each August in Heron, the Clark Fork River Pedal + Farm Tour takes participants on a relaxed 30-mile bike ride through the forests, meadows and river landscapes of Sanders County. Along the route, riders stop at working farms and other community locations while learning more about the area’s agricultural heritage and connection to the land. The tour begins and ends at the Heron Community Center and concludes with a locally grown, farm-to-table lunch, live music and a local agricultural market. Families are welcome, and camping is available on-site.
TROUT CREEK HUCKLEBERRY FESTIVAL, AUGUST 8 – 9, 2026
Celebrating its 46th year in 2026, the Trout Creek Huckleberry Festival is a community tradition centered around Montana’s most coveted fruit—huckleberries. Unlike blueberries, huckleberries cannot be commercially farmed and must be handpicked in the wild.
Held at Trout Creek Park, the festival features more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, along with a parade, huckleberry pancake breakfast, 5K fun run, horseshoe tournament, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Enjoy pie-eating contests and huckleberry baking competitions showcasing pies, jams, jellies and other sweet treats.
MISSION MOUNTAIN AREA PEDAL TO PLATE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
Held each September in the Mission Valley, the Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate is a 40-mile agritourism ride through St. Ignatius and Charlo. Along the route, cyclists travel scenic paved and gravel roads with views of the Mission Mountains while stopping at local farms to meet growers, tour properties and sample locally produced food. The ride concludes with a locally sourced catered dinner, live music, a farmers market and a drink from Ronan Cooperative Brewery. Sign up soon—only a limited number of spots are available for the 2026 ride.
Please note: We ask that all our visitors and residents recreate responsibly by being mindful of the following: know before you go; plan ahead; play it safe; leave no trace; tread lightly; and help build an inclusive outdoors.
June 8, 2026
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