Weekend Events In Missoula: Montana’s Original Brewfest AND The First Farmers’ Market Of The Year

Looking for something to do in Missoula this weekend (5/2-5/4)? We've got you covered!

Missoula/Bitterroot Gives

Missoula and Bitterroot Gives kicks off on Thursday and runs into Friday. Over 214 nonprofits await your help and donations. Read up on it below.

READ MORE: Discover How Missoula Gives Supports Local Causes

University of Montana Collegiant Rodeo

Montana's Spring Rodeo takes over the Missoula County Fairgrounds for a two-night competition between the Griz Rodeo Team and the rest of the Big Sky Conference.

Both nights begin at 7 pm. Tickets can be purchased here. 

First Friday

It's that time again! First Friday returns to Missoula with events across downtown Missoula. Art galleries and a few drinks can kick off your weekend the right way. Pop-up galleries at the ZACC, Western Cider, the Wren Hotel, the Rhino and more.

Here's a full list of First Friday events this weekend.

Dirtwire at the Wilma

Electronic's Dirtwire comes to the Wilma in Missoula on Friday, May 2 at 8 pm (Doors open at 7 pm). Tickets begin at $27.

Missoula Farmers' Market

The Farmers' Market returns to Missoula this Saturday, May 3. Starting this Saturday, the Farmers Market will call Caras Park and the surrounding riverfront areas its home for the rest of the summer.

You can visit the Farmers' Market from 8 am - 12:30 pm and that can lead you right into...

31st annual Garden City Brewfest

Put your beer sampling hat on and head down to the 31st annual Garden City Brewfest on Saturday, May 3, from 12- 7 pm at Caras Park. Get your hands (and taste buds) on 50+ beers, seltzers and ciders from the local and regional area.

Tickets are $20. Full details here. 

Montana's Largest Sports Card & Collectibles Show

How about another free event where you can browse? Montana's Largest Sports Card & Collectibles Show takes place on Saturday, May 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, May 4th from 9 am to 2 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn Ballroom.

There aren't just sports cards either. You'll find comic books, video games, Pokémon collectibles, and a lot more.

Shout-out to Zootown Sports Cards for hosting. 

Celtic Crossroads: 2nd Annual Celtic & Irish Dance Showcase

"This year's showcase is a reunion of rhythm, tradition, and community, celebrating the continued success of our dancers and the spirit of Irish and Scottish Highland dance."

Take in the Irish Dancing display this Saturday at 2:30 at Sentinel High School.

Tiffany Haddish's "The Funny and Fearless Tour"

Stand-up comedian Tiffany Haddish comes to the Wilma on Saturday, May 3rd at 8 pm (Doors open at 7 pm). Tickets begin at $35 for stand-up comedian and actress.

String Orchestra of the Rockies Final Showing

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the String Orchestra of the Rockies with one last showing this Sunday, May 4, at 4 pm. Catch the performance at the UM Music Recital Hall.

TICKETS

Yelawolf at the Wilma Theater

The busy weekend at the Wilma concludes on Sunday with Yelawolf at 8 pm (Doors at 7 pm)

If you want an event featured in our Weekend Events in Missoula series, email me at ace.sauerwein@townsquaremedia.com