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HATCHfest
2008 Dates are October 1st – October 4th.
The mission of HATCH is to provide mentorship, education, inspiration, and recognition to the next generation of creative innovators. HATCHfest is a 501 (c)3 non-profit. The 4 day event takes place on the first weekend in October and during the week they showcase world premier films, music and art with featured panel discussions and workshops in film, music, design, writing and architecture. Visit www.hatchfest.org for more information.
Montana State University Homecoming Parade
2008 Dates are Friday, October 10th from 6-8pm and Saturday at 10am
Stake out a prime spot early to join in the celebration of this long-lasting tradition on Downtown Bozeman’s Main Street. The homecoming parade starts at 10am during the Homecoming Weekend in October with the game following at 2PM at the MSU stadium. Visit www.montana.edu for more information.
Montana State University Parent’s Weekend
2008 Dates are Friday, October 17th through Sunday, October 19th.
Every year the Parent/Family Association of MSU sponsors a weekend event for the parents and families of MSU students, which generally takes place the 3rd weekend in October. Typically over 800 people attend this popular event, which provides parents and families with the opportunity to explore MSU and the Bozeman community. This year several activities are available to parents and families, including the Rendezvous dinner on campus, a Bobcat football game, a rafting trip, a tour of the Museum of the Rockies, and a scavenger hunt through downtown Bozeman. For more information please contact Jodie DeLay at 406-994-4571, or jdelay@montana.edu. Information is also available at http://www.montana.edu/pfa/.
Downtown Trick or Treat
Friday, October. 31st is 3-6pm
Join us for a spooktacular, safe evening of traditional trick of treating in downtown! Parent’s let your kids enjoy the brisk outdoors on Halloween night in Downtown Bozeman and gather goodies at over 75 businesses! Hot drinks will be available at the Downtown Visitor’s Center at 224 East Main Street. See you there!
Christmas Stroll
2008 Date is Saturday, December 6th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM
Be a part of Downtown Bozeman’s greatest holiday tradition…the Christmas Stroll. On the first Saturday in December at 4:30PM Santa Claus works his way from the Emerson Cultural Center down Main Street, singing Christmas carols and lighting the downtown holiday lights with more than 6,000 people in tow as Bozeman's annual Christmas Stroll gets people into the holiday (shopping) spirit. Enjoy horse drawn wagon rides, pictures with Santa Claus, entertainment, holiday treats and much more! The fun lasts until 7:30PM.
Downtown Holiday Shopping Event
Fri, December 19, 10am – Sat, December 20, 7pm
Come enjoy a traditional downtown holiday shopping experience to get your shopping done without all the stress. Stroll Downtown for these 2 days to find all your gifts, have the chance to win $1500 in Downtown Dollars, being greeted by Santa, carolers, while enjoying the traditional feel of the holidays. There will also be free childcare during different times of the shopping event along with raffles, hot drinks located at a variety of the businesses and of course the beautiful scene of downtown lights and decor along the way.
Winter Crazy Days
Friday, February 19th through Sunday, February 21st, 2009 from 9am to 5pm
Every year on President’s weekend in February, it’s the Downtown Bozeman Winter Crazy Days. All the downtown merchants have unbelievable sales on winter merchandise! Come see the great deals you can find!
Wild West Winterfest
February 13th-15th, 2009
Western activities for the whole family. Music, food, wagon rides, horse events, dog events, kid’s activities, exhibit booths, photography, quilts, children’s art shows and more! For more information visit www.gallatin.mt.gov/fairgrounds or call 582-3270.
Bridal Walk
Saturday, April 10th, 2009 from 9am to 3pm
On the second Saturday in April from 11am to 3pm, brides and their entourage are invited to roam the streets of downtown and take advantage of the numerous businesses that can offer you all of your wedding needs! From bridal wear to flowers, cakes, jewelry, or honeymoon assistance…downtown has everything to offer the Montana wedding! You can also sample wedding cakes, taste wines, and have a chance to win many great prizes.
Bozeman Clean-Up Day
Saturday, April 25th, 2009
Meet at Bogert Park at 9am to help clean up Bozeman! Visit www.bozeman.net or call The City of Bozeman Planning Office for more information.
Bogert Farmer’s Market
Every Tuesday Evening from June 2nd, 2009 through September 8th, 2009
Join us every Tuesday from 5-8pm, from June through the 2nd week in September.
Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more! Shop and gather in support of a fun-filled family environment! The Market is run by The Friends of Bogert Park. Proceeds go to rejuvenate Bogert Park! Promote, Preserve, and Play together at Bogert Farmers’ Market! For more information call 539-0216 or visit www.bogertfarmersmarket.com.
Art Walks
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2nd Fridays June-September from 6-8pm
Art Walks occur on the second Friday of the month June through September from 6 to 8PM at art galleries and businesses displaying artwork located along Main Street and at the Emerson Center for Arts and Culture. The galleries feature artists’ openings and receptions and often provide hors d’oeuvres and complimentary refreshments. Also, keep an eye out for local musicians playing music as your stroll Main Street in Downtown Bozeman.
Gallatin Valley Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday from June 27th, 2009 through September 12th, 2009 from 9am to noon
The Gallatin Valley Farmer’s Market is every Saturday from the 3rd week in June through the 2nd week in September and runs from 9-noon. Every thing sold at the market is homemade or homegrown. We have local growers, artists, crafters, frozen meats and prepared foods. We also accept the Bozeman Senior Center Produce Vouchers. For more information contact Kristi Wetsch at 388-6701 or visit www.careertransitions.com and click on the farmers' market link.
Every Thursday night for 8 nights from July 2nd, 2009 through August 20th, 2009 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Every Thursday evening in July and August from 6:30pm – 8:30PM enjoy live music in downtown Bozeman. Bring the kids from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM for planned activities like Kenyon Noble’s Junior Carpenter program and educational games with the Museum of the Rockies and Children’s Museum. Grab a bite to eat from food vendors that will be on site or step into a few of the downtown stores that stay open late!
Lunch on the Lawn
Every Wednesday over lunch starting July 8th, 2009 through August 19th, 2009 from 11am to 1pm
Located at 111 South Grand Avenue, The Emerson Center for Arts and Culture’s summer Lunch on the Lawn series returns for its 7th year. This year’s LOL will be better than ever with a great lineup of local and regional musical acts to entertain during your lunch hour. Also enjoy a new noon-time Farmers Market; joining the traditional food vendors, will be local farmers, Emerson artists, shop owners, crafters and gardeners. Join us for live music and fun for 7 Wednesdays in July and August at Lunch on the Lawn, a FREE local event. For more information call Nelle Devitt at The Emerson Center 597-9797 or visit www.theemerson.org.
Gallatin County Fair
From July 15th through July 19th, 2009
The Gallatin County Fair celebrates our Montana lifestyle with music, livestock, special entertainment, children's activities, competitive exhibits, carnival, food, agriculture education, class exhibits, 4-H exhibits and animals, rodeo, mud bog and dog contests and more. The Fair always starts on the third Wednesday every July. For more information visit www.gallatin.mt.gov/farigrounds or call 582-3270.
Crazy Days
From July 17th through July 19th, 2009
It’s the biggest, the best and the original. It’s the Downtown Crazy Days on the 3rd weekend in July. From 9AM to 5PM. Downtown merchants take to the sidewalks with unbelievable sales on spring and summer merchandise.
Cruisin’ on Main” Annual Car Show
Sunday, August 16th, 2009 from 9AM to 3PM
The annual car show is located on Main Street between Black and Rouse Avenues. The show will last from 9AM till 3PM on the 3rd Sunday in August. Car enthusiasts are invited to enter their vehicles in the show – all classes are welcome! You may pre-register or register the day of the show. Dash plaques will be given to the first 50 cars to register and trophies will be awarded in all classes including Best of Show.
Bite of Bozeman
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009 from 6-8pm
The Sweet Pea festival presents the annual Bite of Bozeman on Wednesday August 2nd at 6PM preceding the weekend festival. Come mingle on Main Street with your friends and family, enjoy fine cuisine by over 30 local restaurants and listen to great local bands. Visit www.sweetpeafestival.org for more information.
Sweet Pea – A Festival of the Arts
August 7th through August 9th, 2009
Sweet Pea has been a Bozeman tradition for over thirty years. This event occurs the first weekend in August at Lindley Park. You can spend the entire weekend enjoying a wonderful variety of music, dance, and theatrical performances. There are children's art workshops, arts and crafts vendors and great festival food. Visit www.sweetpeafestival.org for more information.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE DOWNTOWN BOZEMAN PARTNERSHIP 406.586.4008 EMAIL DOWNTOWN BOZEMAN
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