Good morning, Missoula.

Missoula’s Watershed Navigation Center opened this year to reduce homelessness and crime by connecting people with housing and essential support—officials say the program also aims to ease jail crowding as more locals seek help.

The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula will host its annual Fall Harvest Festival on October 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will offer apple pressing demonstrations, cabin tours, sawmill shows and fall crafts.

Admission is free—donations to the Friends of the Historical Museum and nonperishable food for the Missoula Food Bank are welcome.

Mr. Higgins Vintage Shop has reopened on Russell Street with a mix of vintage clothes, collectibles, and homey decor — the store closed in 2008 when owner Barbara Dryden cared for her ailing mother and now offers customers a unique space with vintage kitchenware and a turquoise tub used as a changing room.

Today, All Time Low performs at Kettlehouse Amphitheater at 7 p.m.—the Beach Boys will bring their concert tomorrow.

Missoula residents can also join a Taylor Swift release party and a fall harvest festival featuring apple cider making on Sunday.

On Friday, hundreds lined up outside the Wilma as it offered $10 tickets for most upcoming shows to mark 10 years since its reopening after renovations—fans celebrated this local milestone with great excitement.

The Missoula Infrastructure Coalition endorses a proposed $1.8 million levy on the November ballot which will add about $2 a month to homeowners' taxes if passed so the county can boost funds for repairing roads and bridges.

Supporters say the levy will help meet urgent repair needs and unlock state and federal matching grants.

Bozeman enacted its strict urban camping ban on Oct.

1—fining violators up to $500 and imposing jail time, while Missoula uses lighter rules that fine camping in public parks at $50 and require tents to be taken down during the day. Missoula also now offers vehicle camping permits and creates buffer zones by trails, schools, and businesses to balance safety with housing challenges.

Wally and Buck's burger bar in Missoula was named Montana's best burger when fans voted for its Wally Burger loaded with Tallamook cheddar, bacon jam and fresh vegetables on a brioche bun—local customers are excited about the win.

The No. 4 Montana Grizzlies will play their first away game at Idaho State as they try to earn a 5-0 start this season — the first unbeaten run since 2022.

Frenchtown won the 'Battle of the Broncs' game in Hamilton by stopping a comeback attempt with a key fourth-down stand — marking their first win since 2009.

Missoula Big Sky stays unbeaten as junior quarterback Kasberg shows rare talent by nailing both deep and short passes accurately—coach Matt Johnson said his skill boosts the team.

2025 Ignite Conference

8 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Missoula - Edgewater — Check website for registration fees — A dynamic conference for PR and marketing professionals with networking, insights, and inspiration.

Scott H. Biram Live Performance

7-8 p.m. — Monk's Bar — Cover charge at the door — Experience the powerhouse sound of Scott H. Biram and his diverse musical talents.

Cyclops Performance at Badlander

5-8 p.m. — The Badlander — $10 cover — Experience the explosive sounds of Cyclops blending heavy music with experimental dubstep.

University of Montana Homecoming Parade

12-2 p.m. — Downtown Missoula Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate Homecoming with a vibrant parade featuring the Big Sky Horse Park float.

Montana Grizzlies vs. Sacred Heart Pioneers

1-2:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Tickets required — Catch the thrilling college baseball showdown between the Grizzlies and Pioneers.

She Talks Mini: Montana – Women in Construction

2-11 p.m. — Forestry Greenhouse, Missoula, MT — Free entry — Celebrate and inspire women in construction, empowering the next generation of female leaders in this traditionally male-dominated industry.

Niko Moon Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience good vibes and live music from the optimistic artist Niko Moon.

Idaho State Bengals vs Montana Grizzlies Women's Volleyball

7-8:30 p.m. — Adams Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting women's volleyball match with the local favorites, the Grizzlies, in action.

MNHC Fall Banquet and Auction

Celebrating the spirit of nature! Gather with us for an evening of food, drinks, and fun to support the Montana Natural History Center's science and nature educational programming for our community, and support MNHC’s mission of connecting people of all ages to nature.

Candlelight: A Bewitched Evening of Halloween Classics

3:45-4:45 p.m. — Missoula Children's Theatre — Tickets start at $20 — Experience a magical concert of Halloween-themed music in a cozy candlelit atmosphere.