Event Calendar

Billings, MT and surrounding areas

Looking for something to do in and around Billings, Montana?

Each month we round up the best of the best upcoming events in the area to help you fill your social calendar and always know what’s happening.

Whether you’re looking for something to do in Billings today, tomorrow, or next weekend, we’ve got you covered!

Browse the list of Montana events below and bookmark this page to refer back to so you don’t miss a thing.



Ugly Christmas Sweater Murder Mystery Dinner
Dec
14

Ugly Christmas Sweater Murder Mystery Dinner

Looking for a fun Christmas themed date night? Moss Mansion has you covered with one of the coolest holiday parties of the year!

Dress in your ugliest Christmas sweater and enjoy an evening of dinner and drinks while you collect evidence to crack the case.

Reservations are $95 per person and tickets include character name and description, costume suggestions, a 3-course dinner, wine, and participation in the mystery throughout the evening.

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Red Lodge Art Walk
Dec
14

Red Lodge Art Walk

December’s First Friday consists of the 23rd annual Downtown Billings Holiday  Stroll, with events  throughout the evening starting at 5pm. The stroll includes various downtown businesses, retail shops, and other activated downtown spaces with extended hours, holiday-centric events, specials, holiday beverages and snacks, and loads of holiday cheer.

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39th Annual Festival of Trees at the MetraPark
Dec
5
to Dec 7

39th Annual Festival of Trees at the MetraPark

The annual Festival of Trees at the MetraPark is a 3-day event hosted by the Family Tree Nurturing Center that starts off with an annual Gala where you can stroll through a winter wonderland while sipping champagne and enjoy 40 beautifully decorated trees.

All dollars raised at the festival go toward the many child abuse prevention programs in place at Family Tree Nurturing Center.

On Friday, you can enjoy Tea in the Trees, a gift boutique, gingerbread house contest, live entertainment, and a carnival to end the night. On Saturday, you can join storytime with Santa and snap your holiday pictures with the jolly big guy!

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The Nutcracker Ballet at The Billings Symphony
Dec
1

The Nutcracker Ballet at The Billings Symphony

Billings’ favorite Thanksgiving weekend tradition is back to capture the wonder of Christmas when a mysterious gift sparks an extraordinary journey. Over 100 local and international performers—on stage and in the pit—bring Tchaikovsky’s magical score to life in this charming, lighthearted interpretation of a holiday classic the whole family will love!

Shows are at 2pm and 7pm on 11/30/2024

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The Nutcracker Ballet at The Billings Symphony
Nov
30

The Nutcracker Ballet at The Billings Symphony

Billings’ favorite Thanksgiving weekend tradition is back to capture the wonder of Christmas when a mysterious gift sparks an extraordinary journey. Over 100 local and international performers—on stage and in the pit—bring Tchaikovsky’s magical score to life in this charming, lighthearted interpretation of a holiday classic the whole family will love!

Shows are at 2pm and 7pm on 11/30/2024

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2024 Holiday Parade in Downtown Billings
Nov
29

2024 Holiday Parade in Downtown Billings

The Holiday Parade is a long-time tradition for the Billings community to usher in the holiday season on the Friday after Thanksgiving. With families gathered for the weekend to eat and shop, the Holiday Parade is a great way to celebrate the season by joining the community to see over 70 holiday floats decorated for the holiday theme with Santa riding as the parade finale.

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Red Lodge Turkey Trot
Nov
28

Red Lodge Turkey Trot

Your favorite holiday event in Red Lodge is back again. A free, family and dog friendly run/walk at the Rodeo Grounds in Red Lodge. The course is a 3-mile, double out and back which makes it perfect for the 1/2 trot option of 1.5 miles as well. Even though there is no cost to participate, we ask that all participants sign up online (or in person on event day) to ensure they are covered under our insurance and we get an accurate count of participants.

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Stillwater County Swap and Shop 10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza
Nov
17

Stillwater County Swap and Shop 10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza

Two day holiday shopping event full of perfect gift options from local businesses, artisans and craftsman, located at the Stillwater County Civic Center. There will be apparel, beauty and spa products, health and wellness products, home and kitchen products and décor, jewelry, arts, crafts and so much more! Lunch will be available for purchase both days from 11 am until it's all sold out and kids can take a free picture with Santa on November 18th from 11 am - 2 pm and receive a free toy!

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Stillwater County Swap and Shop 10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza
Nov
16

Stillwater County Swap and Shop 10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza

Two day holiday shopping event full of perfect gift options from local businesses, artisans and craftsman, located at the Stillwater County Civic Center. There will be apparel, beauty and spa products, health and wellness products, home and kitchen products and décor, jewelry, arts, crafts and so much more! Lunch will be available for purchase both days from 11 am until it's all sold out and kids can take a free picture with Santa on November 18th from 11 am - 2 pm and receive a free toy!

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Billings Trick or Treat
Oct
31

Billings Trick or Treat

Get ready for a spook-tacular evening of fun and frights at Billings Trick or Treat. Costumes encouraged! The Downtown Billings (DBA) office at 102 N. 29th St., operates as headquarters for the event and provides maps of the route and trick or treat bags for the children.

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