Good morning, Missoula.

Downtown Missoula will host the annual Holidays on Higgins event on December 6 with activities including a tree lighting, stationary parade, makers market, free horse-drawn carriage rides from 12:00–3:00 p.m., and evening celebrations from 4:00–7:00 p.m. The event — organized by the Downtown Missoula Partnership and Missoula Downtown Association — is free and offers fun for all ages.

At the Missoula Food Bank & Community Center on Sunday, volunteers passed out turkeys and Thanksgiving meal fixings to over 1,500 families as part of an annual tradition.

Executive director Amy Allison said the event was especially busy after a government shutdown and SNAP benefit delays.

Sean Gerrity agreed to lead the ambitious American Prairie plan that will stitch together millions of acres in the reserve to protect grasslands and wildlife—his efforts are seen as a key step to strengthen local conservation initiatives.

The Bobcats secured the No.2 seed after beating Montana 31-28 last Saturday in the 124th Brawl of the Wild; this win gives MSU home-field advantage in the FCS playoffs.

Montana earned the No.3 seed and could face MSU in the semifinals if both teams advance, as announced Sunday on ESPN.

UM head coach Bobby Hauck said the Montana Grizzlies will focus on the playoffs after a brawl loss—he compared their situation to what happened with Ohio State last year.

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.