Good morning, Missoula.

Giving Art to Missoula is a nonprofit creative reuse center that runs a thrift store for art supplies in the historic Ceratana grain mill elevator building—next to the train tracks.

It helps give new life to materials and supports local creativity.

Conservation groups and about 900 citizens signed a petition asking the Department of Environmental Quality to pause issuing wastewater discharge permits until it develops a science-based plan—one that protects Montana waterways from nutrient pollution.

A Montana veterinarian advised local horse owners to check their horses for fever, trouble breathing, and other signs after a national outbreak of EHV-1 connected to Texas barrel racing events was reported.

Dr. Kolar recommends limiting horse contact and skipping big events until officials say it is safe—reminding owners that no cases have been reported in Montana—so they protect their animals.

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.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

8:30-9:29 p.m. — Missoula Children's Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.