This list of events is updated twice each week. Click here to submit your event. Several organizations host events regularly, or provide events listings:
- The Newberry: website
- Mansfield Theatre: website
- Great Falls Public Library: website
- Paris Gibson Square: website
BACKCOUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL
Presented by Winter Wildlands Alliance, features 11 inspiring films and celebrates human-powered recreation and wild winters. Friday, February 21, 2025 at Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, 4201 Giant Springs Road, Great Falls. Doors open at 5:45 pm and films begin at 6:15. Tickets at door or online at wildmontana.org/irc/bcff. Adults $15, children 12 and under free.
FIRST PEOPLES BUFFALO JUMP
On Saturday, February 22, First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will host an event for participants to learn about pictographs and petroglyphs. The guided rock art hike begins at 10am and runs through noon. Call 406-866-2217 to reserve a spot; cost is $4 per person. First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park is 3.5 miles north of Ulm, just off Interstate 15 at Exit 270.
GIRL SCOUTS WORLD THINKING DAY
February 22nd, 2025 1PM to 3PM 4930 9th Ave S Girl Scout Office The Girl Scout Troops in Great Falls teach people about other countries that have Girl Scouts. They found out where the country in, what the girl's law and promise are; what the flag looks like and mean, what the do for fun, and what they eat. For more information, call 406-868-8633.
TWEEN/TEEN NIGHT
Our Teen Night is coming up on February 28th at The Great Falls Rec Center located at 801 2nd Ave N. This event will start at 5:45 pm and end at 10:30 pm! Students in grades 5th-12th are welcome to attend. The $5 entry fee for each student can be paid onsite at the time of arrival. We will have games in the gym, arcade games, lounge areas, and craft stations available. Students will be able to choose their activities and move freely from room to room or just hang out with friends. Concessions will also be available for purchase. For more information call (406) 771-9299, or click here.
FUNDRAISER FOR EVELYN
Evelyn, who just turned 6 years old is determined to live a normal life despite being diagnosed with restrictive cardiomyopathy. She has a lively personality, but her daily life is a struggle to survive. Evelyn's condition has advanced to the point where she requires a heart transplant and is being closely monitored by the heart failure team at Seattle Children's Hospital. The regular hospital visits are taking a toll on Evelyn and her mother, affecting them physically, emotionally, and financially. To alleviate some of the financial burden, a benefit event will be held on Saturday, March 1st, from 5-9 pm at the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Great Falls (1501 9th St So), including a silent and live auction, 50/50 draw, and a taco bar. The proceeds from the event will go towards supporting Evelyn's transplant journey. For more information, please contact Lisa at 406-899-2250.
MARCH INTO FASHION
73rd Annual Style Show and Luncheon to support Shriners Children's Hospital. Sponsored by Great Falls Nile. Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Heritage Motor Inn in Great Falls. 11:00 am Social, Noon Luncheon and Style Show. Quilt Raffle, Door Prizes, 50-50 and Flower Sale. Introduction of Parker Shirley the 2025 Shrine Child from Great Falls. Tickets $30 must be purchased by February 14, 2025. Call 406-454-8736.
FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Montana United Indian Association & Western Native Voice are hosting a family bingo night. It’s a fundraising event to help purchase shoes for our clients children for the upcoming school year. All are welcome to enjoy a family fun night. Friday, March 7th 5:00 pm at Alliance For Youth (3220 11th Ave S). For more information call (406) 315-3413.
HOPE FALLS VAULTERS
Hope Falls Vaulters Dinner and Silent Auction Fundraiser on Friday, March 7, 2025, 6 - 8:30 p.m., Exhibition Hall, MT Expo Park. Enjoy a free taco dinner to raise money for the Hope Falls Equestrian Vaulting Club. 50/50 raffle and silent auction. Vaulters will be performing all evening. Help these Montana vaulters raise money to attend competitions around the country, including national championships. For more information contact Coach Gina Fiedler, Facebook Page: Hope Falls Vaulting Club. For more information call 406-750-5647.
PASSPORT TO DESSERT
Come join experiencing dessert from Madi Gras theme, Latin, Irish, Italy. On March 9th will have demonstration on dulce de le che and on March 16th lady fingers after the judging is done. Drop off is from 12:00 to 1:00 and judging will start at 1:00. Were at 175 2nd Ave Carter, MT. We can send via emails recipes for the Latin, Irish and Italy. For more information, call 406-899-7377.
ADULT DRIVER EDUCATION
The spring session of Adult Driver Education will begin on March 10, 2025. The class is for those 18 years and older and NOT enrolled in high school. Class will take place at Great Falls College, Rm G-122, and provides training for the Montana PERMIT instruction/preparation for taking the written portion of the Montana test to obtain a driver's license and DRIVING (behind the wheel) instruction to prepare for the driving portion of the Montana test to obtain a driver's license. Contact the Career & College Readiness Center for an Application and for more information at (406) 771-5108.
BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER
March 29-30 "Hoops for Hope" fundraiser youth basketball tournament at the Salvation Army. Open to 3-4 graders. Contact Gary Bistodeau at Salvation Army 406-453-0391.
MOOSE LODGE FLEA MARKET
401 21st Street Black Eagle, MT. The Moose Lodge Flea Market on March 29th, 2025. From 9a-3p. 6-foot tables or spaces available to rent $25.00 for members, $35 for non-members. Food will also be available. Proceeds go to Opportunities Head Start. For more information, call 406- 403-2133.
MALMSTROM SPOUSES CLUB AUCTION/DINNER
Get ready for an evening of elegance, excitement, and making a difference! We are delighted to invite you to our 34thAnnual MSC Mercantile Auction, an unforgettable night in support of MSC charitable giving. Date: Saturday, 29 March 2025. Location: Elks Lodge, Great Falls, MT
Time: 5 pm. Put on your finest James Bond or Villain elegance and step into the sophisticated world of 007. All proceeds from the evening will directly support MSC’s charitable initiatives, including our Scholarship Fund. Last year, thanks to donors like you, we awarded $25,000 in scholarships—and with your support, we aim to exceed that in 2025! For more information, call Gillian Rauglas at 515.360.2550.
SCOTTISH RITE FUNDRAISER
Join us for the 2025 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on April 3rd to benefit the Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinic. The fundraiser will include a silent auction and a raffle for a $3000 travel voucher (or cash). Dinner tickets are $15, children 6 and under are free. Travel Raffle tickets are $20. Both dinner and raffle tickets are available at the door the night of the event, or they can be purchased at the clinic anytime before the event. The dinner is held in the basement of the Scottish Rite (1304 13th Street South, Great Falls). Click here for more information.
SPORTS FOUNDATION MIXER
Great Falls Sports Foundation Mixer, Wednesday, April 9, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Exhibition Hall at Montana ExpoPark. Guest Speaker: Bob Green, Former Head Football Coach for Montana Tech University and frequent Keynote Speaker. Complimentary Food, donated by local restaurants in support of the Foundation. No-host Beverages. 50/50 Drawings. Silent Auction. Music. Games and Prizes The Mixer is a fun social event and a great way to say thank you to employees or business associates, friends or family members. The cost of the Mixer is $25.00 per ticket or a book of 10 tickets for $200. The ticket books are available for purchase now at Montana ExpoPark, 300 3rd St. N.W. or by contacting a representative from Great Falls Community Ice Foundation or Great Falls Sports Foundation. For more information, call 406-788-4661 or click here.
SALUTE TO WOMEN
The annual Salute to Women Gala will be on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Convention Center (1100 5th St. South) from 5-9pm. Tickets are $50 each and available at ywcagreatfalls.org or at the YWCA GF Office. All are welcome! Against a backdrop of shared stories and shared aspirations, the gala honors women of distinction who have left an indelible mark on our community. Among the highlights is the prestigious Sheila Rice Lifetime Achievement Award, a symbol of lifelong dedication, passion, and service. For more information, call 406-452-1315 or click here.
SOC HOP
Family Promise will host its annual SOC HOP on Saturday, May 3, at the Elks Lodge (500 First Avenue South, Great Falls) from 5pm to 10pm. There will be dinner, a DJ, and music from the 60's through the 90's. Come dressed in your favorite decade's attire. There will be a silent auction with lots of great items. All proceeds benefit homeless children and their families in our community. For more information, call Tiffany Wilkson at 406-590-2610, or click here.
BELT RODEO
Join in the fun on Father’s Day weekend. Belt Rodeo Arena located at Belt City Park. Saturday June 14, 2025 6:00pm / Sunday June 15, 2025 2:00pm. Click here for more information.
BEAR PAW MARATHON
The 5th Annual Bear Paw Marathon will be held in Havre, Montana on Saturday, June 7th, 2025. Includes a Full & Half Marathon along with a 5K fun run/walk. Marathon starts at 6AM, Half Marathon starts at 7AM, and 5K starts at 8AM. All races finish on the campus of MSU-Northern. Find details and register online at bearpawmarathon.com.
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