Dates
Event Description
07/08/09-09/27/09
Great Falls Original Farmers Market
Great Falls 406-761-3881
The Great Falls' Farmer's Market is the biggest family-friendly social event in Great Falls and it happens in the Civic Center Park every Saturday from 7:45 am to noon June through September 26th, 2009. On July 8th, 2009, they are adding a Wednesday evening Market from 4:30 to 6:30pm. There's some ...
09/25/09-12/18/09
Star Party 2009
Great Falls 406-727-8733
Star Party - With cooperation from the USDA Forest Service, the Central Montana Astronomy Society hosts its monthly star party, a star-gazing experience with large telescopes set up for public viewing, and interesting explanations of the features being viewed from 6 - midnight. The Lewis and Clark ...
09/26/09
National Public Lands Day
Great Falls 406-727-8733
To encourage visitation to our nation's public lands, the national forests and grasslands join the Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service in waiving entrance fees for the day. ...
10/01/09-10/31/10
Interpretive Short Talks
Great Falls 406-727-8733
Live Interpretive Programs will consist of daily 20-minute programs immediately following the Center's 30-minute introductory film.
2009 - 20010 Schedule:
10/1/2009 - 5/22/2010 (Tuesday - Saturday): 9:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday: Noon - 5:00pm
5/23/2010 - 9/7/2010 Daily: 9:00am - 6:00pm ...
10/02/09
A Night of Jazz and Spirits
Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 309
A Night of Jazz and Spirits event will be held at Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art. Always wondered about that 'perfect' wine to bring to dinner? Don't miss Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art's Annual Wine Tasting event, The Art of Wine. We will be featuring some of the finest grapes and a bit of ...
10/15/09-10/17/09
Montana Historical Society History Conference
Great Falls 406-444-4741
Montana Historical Society History Conference offers the finest and latest in Montana history and heritage in a fun, informative and interactive format that is suitable for anyone with even a limited knowledge of the state. The event includes solid history, fun activities and entertainment plus tou ...
10/23/09-10/25/09
Voices in the Shadow 2009
Great Falls 406-727-8733
Meriwether Lewis died under mysterious circumstances 200 years ago this month. A fictional coroner's inquest, set in 1809, will be re-enacted by living history characters to determine the cause of Lewis's death, with the audience acting as jury. Reserved seating.
Cost: $3 per adult, $1 age 15 an ...
11/04/09-11/08/09
Christmas Collection
Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 309
The Annual Christmas Collection is held from Wednesday evening through Sunday afternoon on the second floor of Paris Gibson Square, which is transformed into a holiday wonderland and a premiere holiday arts and crafts shopping extravaganza. Ranging from cute and quirky to extraordinarily beautiful, ...
12/04/09
Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights
Great Falls 406-453-6151
The Downtown Great Falls Association organizes the annual Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights. Live entertainment, food vendors and a special Santa's Village will highlight this year's event. Buy a Christmas Stroll button and be eligible for prizes from downtown businesses. The Downtown Great F ...
12/12/09-12/13/09
Annual Drop and Shop for Kids
Great Falls 406-727-8733
The Annual Drop and Shop for Kids is at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center. While parents are busy preparing for the holidays, children in Grades K-5 enjoy three hours of activities and learning about aspects of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The cost is $10.00 per ch ...
01/14/10-02/18/10
Film Series 2010
Great Falls 406-727-8733
The Lewis and Clark Film Series opens Thursday. All film series focus on treatment of Lewis and Clark in film. The films show at 7 p.m. on six consecutive Thursdays in the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center's theater. The film series is free, with financial support from the Lewis and Clark Inter ...
01/15/10-01/17/10
Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals - 30th Annual
Great Falls 406-727-8900
The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals are held at the State Fairgrounds in Great Falls. Over 96 of Montana's best PRCA pro rodeo contestants travel to Great Falls to pit their wit and ability against the skill and heart of Montana's finest PRCA rodeo stock. Also included are the Miss Rodeo Mont ...
01/16/10-03/06/10
Winter Warm-ups
Great Falls 406-727-8733
Saturdays 10am - Noon, join a member of the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center staff to learn more about a specific aspect of the Lewis and Clark expedition. These informal programs take place in various venues around the Center and last about two hours. Limited to 15 participants. Children must ...
01/21/10-01/23/10
MAGIE MT Agricultural and Industrial Expo
Great Falls 406-761-7600
MAGIE is a regional farm and ranch trade show featuring exhibitors from all over the Pacific Northwest, Montana, the Dakotas and Canada. KMON Radio had produced the show since 1979 and is now Montana's largest farm and ranch trade show. The show features major manufacturers and regional businesses ...
01/29/10
Margarita Meltdown
Great Falls 406-454-1449
Margarita Meltdown is an event with an 'island' theme.
That's right baby, the parrots are joining the eagle! Parrotheads and Eagle Mount that is, the HOTTEST Ticket in the Falls is the one that gets you into Margarita Meltdown. Think of it as a Cheeseburger just north of the Paradise Valley. We ...
02/05/10-02/07/10
Great Falls Home & Lifestyle Expo
Great Falls 406-580-3907
This is Great Falls' first home and garden show of the year. This event is perfectly positioned on the calendar to reach home improvement customers at the beginning of their projects and decision-making. No need to wait months to find customers and generate business! At the show you'll find everyt ...
02/05/10-02/07/10
Great Rockies Sportshow
Great Falls 406-580-3907
The Great Rockies Sportshow is where northcentral Montana sportsmen and women gather under one roof for three days, visit with exhibitors and other outdoor experts to get ideas, buy products and book vacations for their outdoor adventures! Exhibitors from across Alaska, Canada, Africa and surroundi ...
02/27/10
Wine and Food Festival
Great Falls 406-580-3907
Wine and Food Festival provides an evening of sampling food, fine wine, and beer from Montana and surrounding areas. It features over 100 wines, beers, and other beverages to sample in a complimentary wine glass. Sampling begins at 6:00pm, and dancing is from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Must be 21 years o ...
03/17/10-03/20/10
C.M. Russell Auction & Exhibitors Show
Great Falls 800-803-3351
The 42nd Annual C.M. Russell Auction, named after the famous cowboy artist, benefits the local C.M. Russell Museum. The event includes two major auctions, Chuckwagon Brunch, three receptions and two quick draws. Free admittance to 100-plus artist exhibitor rooms and seminars. All artist exhibito ...
03/17/10-03/21/10
Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show
Great Falls 406-453-2990
The Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show is an annual event held the third Wednesday in March of each year. Opening on Wednesday evening at 7:00pm with Preview Night, which is our reception and awards presentation. Show hours are from 10:00am to 10:00 pm Thursday through Saturday and 11:0 ...
03/18/10-03/21/10
Great Falls Native American Art Show
Great Falls 406-761-1371
The Great Falls Native American Art Show is over 27 years old and is sponsored by the Great Falls Native American Art Association. The show will feature over 50 Native American artists.
Artist must be enrolled tribal members and show their tribal identification cards. This event will include Ma ...
03/18/10-03/21/10
Jay Contway and Friends Art Show
Great Falls 406-452-7647
Jay Contway and Friends Art Show brings together professional artists of many mediums. The exhibit offers a large selection of bronze sculpture depicting subjects from western to contemporary themes. Paintings include oil, pastel, watercolor and pen & ink. In addition to these traditional art for ...
03/18/10-03/20/10
March In Montana
Great Falls 307-421-1825
The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction group, in association with Monitou Galleries, present the Annual March in Montana dealer show and auction.
Over 50 dealers will showcase vintage photography, Cowboy and Indian collectibles, fine art and sculpture, books and antique firearms. Dealer show hours are 9: ...
03/26/10-03/28/10
30th Annual Home & Garden Show & Sale
Great Falls 406-952-1196
Montana's largest Home & Garden Show and Sale! This annual sales event features over 300 exhibitor booths covering 80,000 square feet. See hundreds of products for your home and yard. Talk with builders about your remodeling or construction plans. Talk with landscapers about outdoor projects. Pu ...
03/26/10-03/27/10
Made in Montana Marketplace
Great Falls 406-455-8510
The Marketplace showcases the largest assortment of gourmet and specialty foods and drink, jewelry, clothing, furniture, home decor, souvenirs, photography, art and fine handcrafts - all made right here in Montana. 2010 marks the 26th anniversary of the Made in Montana program and the 12th Marketpla ...
04/11/10
Museum Sunday Sampler
Great Falls 406-727-8733
The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center presents special programming as part of the annual Museums Sunday Sampler program with other members of the Great Falls Museums Consortium from Noon - 5pm. Other venues participating include Children's Museum of Montana, C.M. Russell Museum, Galerie Trinitas ...
04/25/10
Ice Breaker Road Race
Great Falls 406-771-1265
The Ice Breaker Road Race is one of the premier running events of the state. The race has been named one of the top 100 road races in the country by Runner's World Magazine. Geared toward both families as well as experienced and elite runners, it offers a 5 mile race, 3 mile run and a 1 mile run/wa ...
Dates |
Event Description |
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| 07/08/09-09/27/09 | Great Falls Original Farmers Market Great Falls 406-761-3881 The Great Falls' Farmer's Market is the biggest family-friendly social event in Great Falls and it happens in the Civic Center Park every Saturday from 7:45 am to noon June through September 26th, 2009. On July 8th, 2009, they are adding a Wednesday evening Market from 4:30 to 6:30pm. There's some ... |
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| 09/25/09-12/18/09 | Star Party 2009 Great Falls 406-727-8733 Star Party - With cooperation from the USDA Forest Service, the Central Montana Astronomy Society hosts its monthly star party, a star-gazing experience with large telescopes set up for public viewing, and interesting explanations of the features being viewed from 6 - midnight. The Lewis and Clark ... |
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| 09/26/09 | National Public Lands Day Great Falls 406-727-8733 To encourage visitation to our nation's public lands, the national forests and grasslands join the Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service in waiving entrance fees for the day. ... |
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| 10/01/09-10/31/10 | Interpretive Short Talks Great Falls 406-727-8733 Live Interpretive Programs will consist of daily 20-minute programs immediately following the Center's 30-minute introductory film. |
|
| 10/02/09 | A Night of Jazz and Spirits Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 309 A Night of Jazz and Spirits event will be held at Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art. Always wondered about that 'perfect' wine to bring to dinner? Don't miss Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art's Annual Wine Tasting event, The Art of Wine. We will be featuring some of the finest grapes and a bit of ... |
|
| 10/15/09-10/17/09 | Montana Historical Society History Conference Great Falls 406-444-4741 Montana Historical Society History Conference offers the finest and latest in Montana history and heritage in a fun, informative and interactive format that is suitable for anyone with even a limited knowledge of the state. The event includes solid history, fun activities and entertainment plus tou ... |
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| 10/23/09-10/25/09 | Voices in the Shadow 2009 Great Falls 406-727-8733 Meriwether Lewis died under mysterious circumstances 200 years ago this month. A fictional coroner's inquest, set in 1809, will be re-enacted by living history characters to determine the cause of Lewis's death, with the audience acting as jury. Reserved seating. |
|
| 11/04/09-11/08/09 | Christmas Collection Great Falls 406-727-8255 ext 309 The Annual Christmas Collection is held from Wednesday evening through Sunday afternoon on the second floor of Paris Gibson Square, which is transformed into a holiday wonderland and a premiere holiday arts and crafts shopping extravaganza. Ranging from cute and quirky to extraordinarily beautiful, ... |
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| 12/04/09 | Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights Great Falls 406-453-6151 The Downtown Great Falls Association organizes the annual Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights. Live entertainment, food vendors and a special Santa's Village will highlight this year's event. Buy a Christmas Stroll button and be eligible for prizes from downtown businesses. The Downtown Great F ... |
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| 12/12/09-12/13/09 | Annual Drop and Shop for Kids Great Falls 406-727-8733 The Annual Drop and Shop for Kids is at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center. While parents are busy preparing for the holidays, children in Grades K-5 enjoy three hours of activities and learning about aspects of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The cost is $10.00 per ch ... |
|
| 01/14/10-02/18/10 | Film Series 2010 Great Falls 406-727-8733 The Lewis and Clark Film Series opens Thursday. All film series focus on treatment of Lewis and Clark in film. The films show at 7 p.m. on six consecutive Thursdays in the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center's theater. The film series is free, with financial support from the Lewis and Clark Inter ... |
|
| 01/15/10-01/17/10 | Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals - 30th Annual Great Falls 406-727-8900 The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals are held at the State Fairgrounds in Great Falls. Over 96 of Montana's best PRCA pro rodeo contestants travel to Great Falls to pit their wit and ability against the skill and heart of Montana's finest PRCA rodeo stock. Also included are the Miss Rodeo Mont ... |
|
| 01/16/10-03/06/10 | Winter Warm-ups Great Falls 406-727-8733 Saturdays 10am - Noon, join a member of the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center staff to learn more about a specific aspect of the Lewis and Clark expedition. These informal programs take place in various venues around the Center and last about two hours. Limited to 15 participants. Children must ... |
|
| 01/21/10-01/23/10 | MAGIE MT Agricultural and Industrial Expo Great Falls 406-761-7600 MAGIE is a regional farm and ranch trade show featuring exhibitors from all over the Pacific Northwest, Montana, the Dakotas and Canada. KMON Radio had produced the show since 1979 and is now Montana's largest farm and ranch trade show. The show features major manufacturers and regional businesses ... |
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| 01/29/10 | Margarita Meltdown Great Falls 406-454-1449 Margarita Meltdown is an event with an 'island' theme. |
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| 02/05/10-02/07/10 | Great Falls Home & Lifestyle Expo Great Falls 406-580-3907 This is Great Falls' first home and garden show of the year. This event is perfectly positioned on the calendar to reach home improvement customers at the beginning of their projects and decision-making. No need to wait months to find customers and generate business! At the show you'll find everyt ... |
|
| 02/05/10-02/07/10 | Great Rockies Sportshow Great Falls 406-580-3907 The Great Rockies Sportshow is where northcentral Montana sportsmen and women gather under one roof for three days, visit with exhibitors and other outdoor experts to get ideas, buy products and book vacations for their outdoor adventures! Exhibitors from across Alaska, Canada, Africa and surroundi ... |
|
| 02/27/10 | Wine and Food Festival Great Falls 406-580-3907 Wine and Food Festival provides an evening of sampling food, fine wine, and beer from Montana and surrounding areas. It features over 100 wines, beers, and other beverages to sample in a complimentary wine glass. Sampling begins at 6:00pm, and dancing is from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Must be 21 years o ... |
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| 03/17/10-03/20/10 | C.M. Russell Auction & Exhibitors Show Great Falls 800-803-3351 The 42nd Annual C.M. Russell Auction, named after the famous cowboy artist, benefits the local C.M. Russell Museum. The event includes two major auctions, Chuckwagon Brunch, three receptions and two quick draws. Free admittance to 100-plus artist exhibitor rooms and seminars. All artist exhibito ... |
|
| 03/17/10-03/21/10 | Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show Great Falls 406-453-2990 The Western Heritage Artists Association Art Show is an annual event held the third Wednesday in March of each year. Opening on Wednesday evening at 7:00pm with Preview Night, which is our reception and awards presentation. Show hours are from 10:00am to 10:00 pm Thursday through Saturday and 11:0 ... |
|
| 03/18/10-03/21/10 | Great Falls Native American Art Show Great Falls 406-761-1371 The Great Falls Native American Art Show is over 27 years old and is sponsored by the Great Falls Native American Art Association. The show will feature over 50 Native American artists. |
|
| 03/18/10-03/21/10 | Jay Contway and Friends Art Show Great Falls 406-452-7647 Jay Contway and Friends Art Show brings together professional artists of many mediums. The exhibit offers a large selection of bronze sculpture depicting subjects from western to contemporary themes. Paintings include oil, pastel, watercolor and pen & ink. In addition to these traditional art for ... |
|
| 03/18/10-03/20/10 | March In Montana Great Falls 307-421-1825 The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction group, in association with Monitou Galleries, present the Annual March in Montana dealer show and auction. |
|
| 03/26/10-03/28/10 | 30th Annual Home & Garden Show & Sale Great Falls 406-952-1196 Montana's largest Home & Garden Show and Sale! This annual sales event features over 300 exhibitor booths covering 80,000 square feet. See hundreds of products for your home and yard. Talk with builders about your remodeling or construction plans. Talk with landscapers about outdoor projects. Pu ... |
|
| 03/26/10-03/27/10 | Made in Montana Marketplace Great Falls 406-455-8510 The Marketplace showcases the largest assortment of gourmet and specialty foods and drink, jewelry, clothing, furniture, home decor, souvenirs, photography, art and fine handcrafts - all made right here in Montana. 2010 marks the 26th anniversary of the Made in Montana program and the 12th Marketpla ... |
|
| 04/11/10 | Museum Sunday Sampler Great Falls 406-727-8733 The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center presents special programming as part of the annual Museums Sunday Sampler program with other members of the Great Falls Museums Consortium from Noon - 5pm. Other venues participating include Children's Museum of Montana, C.M. Russell Museum, Galerie Trinitas ... |
|
| 04/25/10 | Ice Breaker Road Race Great Falls 406-771-1265 The Ice Breaker Road Race is one of the premier running events of the state. The race has been named one of the top 100 road races in the country by Runner's World Magazine. Geared toward both families as well as experienced and elite runners, it offers a 5 mile race, 3 mile run and a 1 mile run/wa ... |
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