Category: Events
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12 Things To Do in Browning: Discover the Blackfeet Nation
In the picturesque, rolling foothills just east of Glacier National Park, the culture and traditions of the Blackfeet Nation thrive. The largest community on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, Browning is a cultural center where museums, shops, galleries and annual celebrations preserve the Blackfeet way of life and give travelers a glimpse into the tribe’s culture […]
Dark Skies + Stargazing in Glacier Country
Glacier Country is known for its big blue skies and endless views, but the view doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. While Glacier National Park is internationally recognized as a Dark Sky Park, all of Western Montana’s dark skies deliver a stellar show night after night. We’ve got observatories across the region and plenty […]
SUP: Top 12 Places to Stand-Up Paddleboard in Western Montana
Come see what’s SUP in Western Montana. Stand-up paddleboarding, or SUP, is an increasingly popular way to explore Montana’s sparkling alpine lakes and scenic, lazy rivers. In fact, SUP is the fastest-growing water sport in the world. Surfing meets kayaking in this epically fun way to play on the water.
2023 Holiday Events & Festivities in Western Montana
Before winter officially even begins, holiday festivities are well underway here in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. This is a magical time of year, and we’ve got the events—and the enchanting wintry landscape—to make it even more festive. Historic Holiday Happenings + Classic Christmas Events Mark your calendars for holiday décor, gingerbread houses, Christmas cookies, hot […]
5 Labor Day Weekend Getaways in Western Montana
Long weekends are the perfect time to get away, and Labor Day Weekend is an excellent time of year for an escape to Western Montana. The crowds are beginning to ease, and the landscape is just as gorgeous as ever. Here are five ideas to inspire a holiday weekend getaway in Glacier Country. FLATHEAD RIVER […]
Western Montana: 5 Things to Do on a Hot Summer Night
A Western Montana summer is what dreams are made of. During the day, recreation options are limitless and community events are in full swing—there is so much to do! A special secret about Glacier Country is the summer sun doesn’t set until around 10 p.m. These twilight hours are magical and not to be missed. […]
North American Indian Days and the Blackfeet Nation
The Blackfeet have occupied the Rocky Mountain region for thousands of years and are made up of four bands—North Piegan, South Piegan, Blood and Siksika, though members of the Blackfeet Nation in the U.S. primarily descend from the South Piegan. Every year during the second week in July, the Blackfeet Tribe celebrates North American Indian […]
8 Reasons to Visit Western Montana in Spring vs. Summer
Spring is one of the best—and most underrated—times to visit Western Montana. The landscape is emerging from winter’s embrace (snow is melting), the daylight hours are longer (sunset is around 8 p.m., and by the end of spring it’s closer to 9 p.m.) and the temperature is rising. Along with being Glacier Country’s shoulder season—meaning […]
Small Town Rodeos in Western Montana
In Western Montana’s Glacier Country, rodeos are more than a summer tradition—they’re a celebration of the region’s ranching heritage and close-knit communities. During the summer, local rodeos bring together residents and visitors for competition, entertainment and a glimpse into a way of life that continues to shape the West. The action unfolds with barrel racers, […]
American Indian Culture + Events in Western Montana
Western Montana’s Glacier Country is home to vibrant tribal communities, living traditions and cultural experiences that offer meaningful opportunities to learn about the history and heritage of Indigenous peoples in the region. Two of seven tribal nations in Montana are located in Glacier Country: the Blackfeet Nation on the Blackfeet Reservation and the Confederated Salish […]
