Good morning, Missoula.

Young Farmers and Ranchers hosted the Hoofin’ It For Hunger race and presented an $8,000 check at the Food Bank Network’s new Missoula warehouse, raising their total contributions since 2011 to more than $104,500.

Their donations have provided at least 418,200 meals for Montanans facing food insecurity.

Hallmark released a new Montana film titled A Royal Montana Christmas that follows Princess Victoria as she escapes royal duties for a peaceful visit to (Peaceful Pines Ranch) where she meets local guide Huntley Blaylock in a story filled with holiday charm.

It premiered as part of the Hallmark Countdown to Christmas on October 17 with nearly 80 hours of new holiday programming.

Missoula County leaders will launch an online survey this week asking residents for input on managing feral horses that have increasingly wandered near homes along Miller Creek (with reports of safety issues including children being kicked and traffic accidents), and the county will consider feedback for new measures by early 2026.

Game day in Missoula will bring high energy at Washington—Grizzly Stadium this Saturday as public address announcer Peter Christian, DJ Briggs, and student section leader Silvia Ciacci work to boost the atmosphere for a Big Sky Championship contest.

The decades-old tradition turns the stadium into a hub where fans unite for an iconic football celebration.

Montana State beat Montana Grizzlies in the 124th Brawl by one score—both teams played hard in a close game.

Memphis May Fire - Tour 2025

7-8:30 p.m. — The Wilma — General admission tickets available — Rock out with Memphis May Fire and support acts Rain City Drive, Nevertel, and If Not For Me.

Run for Beer - Ugly Sweater Run

5k Fun Run — Missoula Montana Airport — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a festive run wearing your ugliest sweater and celebrate with local craft beers and live music.

Missoula’s Cultural Heritage and the Clark Fork River – An Ever-Changing Landscape

In this presentation, guests will not only gain natural historical knowledge of the Clark Fork River, but also the innate partnership between cultural and natural heritage landscapes. This presentation will primarily examine the heritage of Missoula’s restricted communities between 1860 and 1940.

Missoula Holiday MADE Fair

9 AM – 5 PM — Adams Center, University of Montana — Entry fee required — Celebrate local arts and crafts at this vibrant holiday fair.

Sip & Sketch: Create a Phenology Wheel

Phenology is the study of change in the natural world – when flowers bloom and go to seed, when birds migrate, when the snow falls, and so much more. Taking a few minutes each day to observe and record these changes can add up to something truly beautiful over time, and there’s no better time than just before the beginning of a new year!

Hellgate Venture Network Holiday Party

5-7 p.m. — Goodworks Ventures — Complimentary beverages — Celebrate the season with great company and festive treats.