Good morning, Missoula.

Downtown Missoula welcomes the fourth annual Missoula Pride this weekend as community events continue rain or shine.

The parade starts at noon on Third and Higgins and a block party begins at 1:30 p.m., with food trucks and community booths running until 9 p.m. while road closures on Main Street began Friday for event setup.

Retired smokejumpers honored their fallen comrade Don MacKey during the 85th anniversary reunion in Missoula on June 20th by flying over his memorial (located in Blodgett Canyon) and dropping streamers (marking his service in fighting the South Canyon Fire).

A Missoula senior lost over $1 million when a scammer posing as an Amazon representative claimed her identity was stolen and sent men to pick up her money—police later set a sting operation and arrested him for wire fraud.

On June 9, Missoula police went to the Kim Williams Trail after a disturbance and while looking for a missing woman, they found a man who gave his name as Curstin Teigen only after a witness helped verify it—officers arrested him after finding drug items in his pocket that tested positive for methamphetamine.

Abby Huseth, deputy director at Climate Smart Missoula, said her family will install 19 solar panels today to lower energy costs and reduce emissions as they move toward an all-electric home.

Climate Smart Missoula will hold a Solar Info Session on July 1st from 5-6:30 p.m. at Goodworks Place to help locals understand the process and challenges+ possible policy impacts on solar energy.

Montana received federal approval for housing services that help Medicaid recipients with behavioral health needs find housing.

The program now aids qualifying members who are homeless or at risk by offering help with applications, connecting them with community resources, and building landlord relationships — as explained by the Missoula Housing Authority.

The Missoula Mavericks overcame a 5—3 deficit in the bottom of the fifth to secure a 9—5 win over the Casper Oilers on Thursday after a 14—6 loss in their tournament opener; manager Brent Hathaway said the team will work to reduce mistakes as they face tougher opponents in upcoming conference play.

The Missoula PaddleHeads won a tough game at home on Thursday against the Billings Mustangs and improved their record to 19-8 in the Pioneer Baseball League.

Missoula Summer MADE Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Caras Park — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a vibrant, handcrafted market featuring over 190 local artisans and enjoy the sunny atmosphere.

Social Distortion Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of Social Distortion with their high-energy rockabilly and punk tunes.

PMP Certification Classroom Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Missoula, MT — Training fee applies — Intensive 4-day program offering essential knowledge in project management certification.

Downtown ToNight

5-9 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Experience live music, local food trucks, and a market featuring local artists in the heart of Missoula.

Missoula MarExpo Atlántica: 5 Miles to Beer Thirty

6-8 p.m. — Caras Park — Free — Enjoy a casual fun run with a beer at the finish line and a social gathering.

Speakeasy Swing Night

7 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 — Dance the night away to the vibrant sounds of gypsy swing and jazz from local bands.

2025 Missoula Marathon Race Weekend

6 AM — Caras Park — Registration required — Experience a blend of small-town charm and stunning scenery on a flat and fast marathon course in Big Sky Country.

Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Great Falls Voyagers

11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup as Missoula PaddleHeads face off against the Great Falls Voyagers.

Shania Twain Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic country star Shania Twain live in Missoula.

Downtown ToNight

5-9 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music and food trucks while reconnecting with the community in the heart of Missoula.