Events in Billings, MT

Riggin Masters brings high-pressure competition to MetraPark Arena - First Interstate Arena in Billings, spotlighting leading competitors whose mastery and accuracy are tested as everything unfolds. Challenges play out moment by moment, and quick choices along with steady execution can quickly tilt the results. This is a showcase where experience and calm under pressure matter most.

Garden Avenue Greenhouse in Billings transforms into a bustling market featuring more than 100 local vendors. Browse handcrafted items and distinctive gifts, enjoy food, and take in a cozy fall atmosphere while getting a head start on holiday shopping. The setting offers a festive start to the season.

At Billings Hotel & Convention Center in Billings, this pop-up wedding dress sale features more than 1,200 gowns in a wide range of styles, from dramatic looks to conservative options. Shoppers will find a mix of new, preowned, and sample dresses, with prices starting at $50 and topping out at $600. Fitting rooms are available for try-ons, and friends and family can be part of the experience. Admission is $5, with free entry for brides.

The Babcock celebrates its grand reopening with $6 tickets and a salute to 120 years of cinema. As part of the festivities, The General screens, following engineer Johnny Gray after Union spies seize his prized locomotive while Annabelle is aboard a boxcar. He undertakes a solo effort to recover The General and bring her to safety.

Hosted at Santosha Yoga & Wellness in Billings, MT, this breast cancer community gathering and fundraiser centers on connection, gentle movement, and practical wellness. Guided by Greta H, an oncology dietitian and yoga teacher, the afternoon features tea and conversation, straightforward nutrition tips, and a gentle yoga session designed for all experience levels. Survivors, those in treatment, caregivers, loved ones, healthcare professionals, and community supporters are welcome. Wearing pink is optional. Please bring a yoga mat and come as you are. The cost is $25, and proceeds benefit Tough Enough to Wear Pink in support of local breast cancer care.

Babcock Theatre in Billings marks its grand reopening with $6 tickets as part of a salute to 120 years of cinema, featuring a big-screen presentation of The Wizard of Oz. Dorothy is swept into an enchanted land where she befriends a lion, a scarecrow, and a tin man. Together they travel a path of yellow bricks to seek the Wizard and ask for what each feels is missing, while the Wicked Witch of the West tries to stand in their way.

Step into a classic black and white formal gala supporting Dance for the Beat at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Billings in Billings. This charitable evening centers on partner dancing, with opportunities to enjoy ballroom, country, Latin, and swing. Newcomers are welcome, as dedicated dance hosts will be available to help anyone who wants guidance on the floor. Interactive activities throughout the night highlight how dance can aid recovery after a SCAD or a stroke. Expect a showcase featuring local amateur and professional performers, with a former national champion in the lineup. The event is presented by Evolutions DanceSport, and performance spots are open to studios and dancers from the area. Formal attire is requested, with tuxedos or black or navy suits suggested for men, and full length or ankle length dresses suggested for women, with ankle length often allowing easier movement. Ticket options include early bird and regular admission, and sponsor tables are offered in three tiers.

Experience the timeless sound of Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass in a live concert featuring the songs that defined their legacy. The set showcases favorites such as The Lonely Bull, Spanish Flea, A Taste of Honey, Ladyfingers, Rise, This Guy’s In Love With You, Casino Royale, Tijuana Taxi, Zorba the Greek, Route 101, and Whipped Cream, with additional classics rounding out the night. Billed as a rare, one-of-a-kind event, it highlights the melodies and rhythms that many grew up hearing.

Hosted at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center, the 7th Annual Intimate Wedding Fair brings together leading wedding professionals from Montana, Wyoming, and nearby areas. Couples can meet experts in venues, photography, florals, planning, decor, beauty, entertainment, catering, and more, making it easy to compare options, gather ideas, and move forward with confidence. Prize drawings include a 2 carat diamond along with additional giveaways totaling more than $5,000. Whether newly engaged, fine tuning details, or just beginning to imagine the celebration, this fair focuses on personal connections and inspiring details to help shape a memorable wedding day.

Enjoy a group slot pull at Main Casino Bar, where each participant contributes $25 and receives five $5 spins. Money will be collected at the bar before play begins, and once the first participant starts their spin, no additional players may join. After everyone has taken a turn, the group will decide whether to continue or cash out. If cashing out, total winnings are split evenly among participants and rounded down to the nearest dollar, with any remaining change donated to St. Jude’s. If anyone leaves without being paid, their share will also be donated to St. Jude’s. If a jackpot is hit, any applicable taxes are deducted first, then the remaining winnings are split evenly among all participants.

Bingo for Shepherd Boys Basketball will take place at Rhoadside Event Center. Doors will open before the games begin, and further information will be shared as it becomes available.

This free monthly support group offers a caring space for anyone grieving the loss of an animal companion. In partnership with Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter, it invites quiet reflection, conversation, or simply being present among others who understand. Sessions are facilitated by Connie Lynn, a certified Pet Bereavement Specialist and founder of Peaceful Paws. All types of loss are acknowledged, including death, rehoming, behavior changes, moving, anticipatory grief, and other life transitions. Meetings are held at the YVAS Learning Center in Billings, MT.

A casual, no-pressure conversation for anyone considering a new build, planning a remodel, or simply trying to figure out where to begin. The session walks through the essentials of custom home design, renovation planning, floor plans, design inspiration, timelines, common missteps, and the smart steps to take before contacting contractors or making major decisions. There is no sales pitch, just an opportunity to ask questions in a studio setting, hear from an experienced custom home designer, and leave with a clearer path forward whether your project is coming up soon or still in the future. Offered quarterly with limited capacity, this free event requests RSVPs so attendance can be planned.

This monthly discussion group focuses on adult fiction and meets on the third Tuesday, with a new title selected for each session. For October, the book is Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah's Chain Gang All Stars.

Lakeview brings the Wreck My Night Tour to The Pub Station Taproom with a high-octane blend of country storytelling and the punch of metalcore. The Nashville duo, Jesse Denaro and Luke Healy, has amassed more than 230 million streams and a social following topping 800,000, evolving from weekend warriors to Music Row favorites as noted by The Tennessean. After releasing their debut album, they performed 115 shows in 2025 for more than 400,000 fans around the world, sharing stages with Nickelback, Breaking Benjamin, Staind, Dustin Lynch, Chase Matthew, and Warren Zeiders. Their single Wreck My Night has been among the most requested on SiriusXM The Highway, and this headline run spans more than 30 cities across the United States, showcasing a high-energy club show. A Lakeview VIP package is available and includes one signed item, a meet and greet with photo, and a question and answer session with the artists. Etix is the only authorized ticketing source outside the Pub Station box office. Purchasing from unofficial resellers can result in invalid tickets and denial of entry.

Night of Hope 2026 is the biggest fundraiser of the year at Billings Hotel & Convention Center. The fundraiser supports the ministry and the men it serves as they seek freedom from addiction through Jesus Christ.

Raynes and David Wimbish and The Collection take the stage in the Pub Station Taproom for an evening that pairs harmony-rich energy with openhearted storytelling. The British American trio Raynes began when North Dakota natives Mat Charley and Joe Berger discovered UK vocalist Mark Race on Instagram. After a few conversations he flew to the United States to start a band, even commemorating the flight number with a tattoo. Since then they have signed with Sony Music Publishing and released six singles and four EPs, amassing hundreds of thousands of monthly listeners and tens of millions of streams with press coverage in Billboard and People. Their live résumé includes BottleRock and a wide range of clubs, concert halls, and amphitheaters across the United States and the United Kingdom, where they have earned a reputation for high-energy shows. In 2025 their rendition of I Want You to Want Me appeared in an episode of Love Is Blind on Netflix. Expect a blend of layered vocal harmonies, distinctive instrumentation, and poetic lyrics that draw on folk, rock, chamber pop, Celtic influences, and sounds from around the world. David Wimbish, the singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist behind The Collection, returns with Heavy Love after a year marked by a breakup, a move from Saxapahaw to Asheville, a new relationship, becoming a father, and the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Friends went missing and there was no clean water for months, while his longtime band was falling apart, yet he found his way back to music and to himself. Now based in Richmond, Virginia, he crafted Heavy Love largely in the storm’s aftermath, writing, producing, and recording most of it in a studio he built at his parents’ home in North Carolina. Launched in his college years, The Collection has grown a devoted following on the strength of anthemic, stomp and holler energy, earnest songwriting, and deeply human storytelling. On Heavy Love he reflects on aging, heartbreak, fractured friendships, natural disasters, nonconformity, love as action, and existential uncertainty with vulnerable clarity. Etix is the only authorized ticketing agent outside of the Pub Station box office. Purchasing from secondary sellers such as StubHub or Facebook Marketplace can lead to fake or invalid tickets and may result in refusal of admission.

Night Under the Lights is a 3-on-3 basketball tournament by Big Sky Ballin, played under bright gym lights at Elder Grove Middle School. The format includes a three-game guarantee, with two round-robin games followed by a single-elimination bracket, so every team gets multiple chances on the court. There are 12 divisions organized by grade and gender, including a combined first and second grade division for both boys and girls. Additional competition spans grades 1 through 12, mostly separated by gender with some mixed divisions, as well as Adult Men, Adult Women, Adult Coed, and an Elite division. Teams from all divisions take part on opening day, setting the stage for a full slate of fast-paced matchups.

Billings Horror Con gathers fans of horror for a large-scale, two-day convention. A Vampire Ball is also planned and will include a costume contest with a cash award.

This trunk or treat fundraiser supports Billings Head Start and its work helping young children and their families prepare for school and long term success. Attendees will find creatively decorated trunks hosted by local families and businesses, plenty of candy, and raffles with prizes contributed by sponsoring businesses. Admission is $3 per person, for both kids and adults, or $10 for the whole family, with proceeds going to Billings Head Start. Donations from the event will be matched up to $10,000, so every contribution counts twice.

Chart-topping singer-songwriter Jamie MacDonald brings The Left It In The River Tour to Alberta Bair Theater in Billings, MT. The set features favorites such as Desperate, Left It In The River, My Family, and more. After touring with Chris Tomlin, Benjamin William Hastings, and others, Jamie presents her own show with a chance to connect with fans in a new way. A VIP experience is scheduled before general doors open, followed by the main event, and the schedule is subject to change. Tickets are on sale, and for the protection of ticket buyers and event participants, third party reselling is not permitted on TPR. event pages. To avoid scams and to receive up to date event information and assistance, use the official ticketing outlet for this event, as purchases through third parties are not guaranteed by TPR.

Pizza Ranch’s West End location in Billings hosts a community fundraiser benefiting the BCS Senior Class of 2027. Seniors will bus tables, assist with service, and help throughout the night. A portion of the evening’s sales supports their senior trip and other senior year expenses.

The Black Jacket Symphony presents Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet at Alberta Bair Theater in Billings. This event welcomes all ages and features reserved seating. Tickets are available for purchase.

Shawn James brings the Flew Too Close to the Sun Tour to the Pub Station Taproom for an evening of raw, genre-blending music. Raised on the South Side of Chicago and shaped by time spent in a gospel church, he channels that soulful grounding into a body of work he has been releasing independently since 2012. His sound moves from folk and blues to R&B, gospel, rock, and metal, always driven by feeling and a powerful voice. Covers may surface, but the focus is on original songs and a live set that shifts in mood, style, intensity, and energy. A VIP Meet and Greet is available and includes an exclusive lanyard, a special merch item, a photo with Shawn, a signed poster, an exclusive unplugged acoustic performance, early entry to the venue, and 15% off tour merchandise when the lanyard is presented. Etix is the only authorized ticketing agent outside of the Pub Station box office. Purchasing from unauthorized sellers in the secondary market can result in invalid tickets and refusal of admission.

Experience the 77th chapter of winter’s long-running tradition with Warren Miller’s Days Off. Host Katie Burrell offers a behind-the-scenes look at how world-class athletes spend their downtime, pursuing pure adventure across the globe. The journey stretches from Alaska’s storied backcountry to the deep powder of Hokkaido, then continues across renowned slopes in Chamonix, Deer Valley, Revelstoke, Whistler, Pemberton, and Banff.

Celebrate Downtown Billings’ trick or treat festivities with professional family photos. This pay-what-you-can photo session supports a local nonprofit, with proceeds benefiting Montana Re-Entry. Families receive one group portrait plus individual portraits of each child. Contributions of any amount are welcome, whether $5, $500, or something in between. Images are delivered the following morning so they are ready to share on Halloween.

A candlelit concert of Halloween-inspired music fills the Baggage Room at Billings Depot, performed by the Listeso String Quartet. The planned program features Thriller, Funeral March of a Marionette, the Allegro Molto from Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor, Tubular Bells from The Exorcist, themes from Stranger Things, Beetlejuice, The Addams Family, and Halloween, along with Prelude from Psycho, Ghostbusters, Danse Macabre, Night on Bald Mountain, Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and a medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas. The venue meets ADA accessibility standards. Attendees must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Within each zone, seats are assigned in order of arrival. Multiple dates and times are available.

Candlelight bathes Billings Depot in a warm glow as a Listeso string quartet pays tribute to the music of Adele. This live, multi-sensory concert reimagines favorites like Hello, Rumour Has It, Make You Feel My Love, Water Under the Bridge, Oh My God, Someone Like You, Send My Love (To Your New Lover), Chasing Pavements, Skyfall, When We Were Young, Set Fire to the Rain, Easy On Me, and Rolling in the Deep. The performance runs 60 minutes, doors open 45 minutes before the show, and late entry is not permitted once the program begins. The venue is ADA compliant. Seating within each zone is assigned on a first come, first served basis. Recommended for ages 8 and up, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Multiple dates and times are available. This is a tribute event and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, the estate, or official representatives.

At Billings Hotel & Convention Center, a weekend crafted for fantasy readers, romantasy fans, cosplayers, book clubs, and anyone who has wished to step into a story comes to life. The ballroom opens on Halloween with music and candlelight setting the scene as characters mingle and the crowd arrives in gowns, suits, robes, armor, cosplay, dark‑academia looks, or cocktail attire. The Fantasy Book Ball features a DJ and dancing, immersive photo moments and fantasy backdrops, professors and characters that spark interactive encounters, dedicated faction spaces with friendly competitions, hearty hors d’oeuvres and dessert, signature elixirs with and without alcohol, and surprises hidden throughout the night. Formal wear is welcome, yet the best outfit is whatever makes you feel part of the story. Before the ball, the Academy invites playful exploration built around choice and creativity. Participants are placed into one of four original factions—Skyforge, Emberbound, Mysticdawn, or Veilkeepers—receive a token, meet their cohort, complete challenges, earn points, browse the Academy Market, and select four interactive experiences from a catalog. These are hands-on sessions rather than lectures, with possibilities like crafting, learning a physical skill, transforming your look, practicing a ballroom sequence, diving into lore, or teaming up for a challenge. Options include Foundational Charms, Herbology, Mortal Studies, The Archives, Ballroom Enchantments, The Chamber of Transformation, WeaponUp, and The Ember & Oak Society. Some premium selections require an additional reservation and have limited capacity. The weekend concludes with a shared breakfast, the announcement of the winning faction, and time to say farewell to new friends and in-world characters. There is no homework or required reading, and participation does not depend on cosplay, arriving with a group, or staying in character. The weekend experience is $249, with an optional Full Academy Experience that begins earlier and adds a plated dinner, an opening ceremony, and a fantasy trivia event.

Explore the science behind favorite Halloween traditions at a museum event featuring hands-on activities and engaging stations. Museum educators will partner with local specialists to present booths on topics that span from seasonal creatures to the process of making candy. Costumes are encouraged, but masks and any type of weapon are not permitted. Admission follows regular pricing at $10 per person, and members receive free entry. There is space available for two additional booths led by local experts.

Set in John H. Dover Memorial Park in Billings, The Montana Cup is a cross country meet that highlights Montana’s sweeping landscapes and the camaraderie of team competition. It is not a road race or an ultra-distance trail event. Regional teams from across the state race over natural terrain for the honor of taking home the rotating Montana Cup trophy. The event’s purpose is to bring runners and communities together, encourage athletes of all ages to keep training and competing, and showcase a course designed to be challenging, thrilling, and beautiful. Race day unfolds with check-in and packet pickup, the national anthem, a women’s race followed by a men’s race, and a finish that features awards and refreshments. There is no race day registration.

The Zone 96.3 presents Everclear’s Lucky 7 Tour with special guest American Hi-Fi at the Pub Station Ballroom. Everclear, led by founder, vocalist, and guitarist Art Alexakis, delivers a high-energy show built on decades of alternative rock favorites like Father of Mine and Santa Monica. This tour invites fans to help shape the setlist by voting on songs from the band’s catalog, with the seven most requested in each city performed on stage. American Hi-Fi joins the lineup, known for the hit Flavor of the Weak, six studio albums, and songs that appeared in films such as the American Pie franchise, Freaky Friday, and Superman Returns, as well as TV favorites like Dawson’s Creek and Malcolm in the Middle and the video game Guitar Hero. The band features Stacy Jones with Jamie Arentzen on guitar, Drew Parsons on bass, and Neal Daniels on drums, and recently released the Butch Walker produced I’m Still In Love With Rock ’N’ Roll. Two VIP options are available. The Everclear Lucky 7 Meet and Greet includes a general admission ticket, early entry with priority access to merchandise, a pre-show meet and greet with a personal photo and autograph session, a private acoustic performance, and a Lucky 7 merchandise bundle featuring a signed silkscreen poster, commemorative tour poker chip, deck of cards, tote bag, and an official meet and greet laminate and lanyard. Availability is limited. The Everclear Lucky 7 VIP includes a general admission ticket, early entry with priority merchandise access, and the Lucky 7 merchandise bundle with a signed silkscreen poster, commemorative tour poker chip, deck of cards, tote bag, and a commemorative VIP laminate and lanyard. Tickets are available through authorized sellers only. Etix and The Pub Station Box Office are the exclusive ticketing agents, and purchases from secondary markets can result in invalid tickets and denied entry.

World Ballet Company brings Swan Lake to Alberta Bair Theater with a live orchestra. The timeless story of enchantment, destiny, and the struggle between light and darkness unfolds in a full-scale staging featuring a company of 50 international dancers, more than 150 hand sewn costumes, and beautifully crafted sets. Tchaikovsky’s score is performed live, surrounding the audience as signature scenes come to life, from the dance of the little swans to the Black Swan’s famous 32 fouettés. The performance runs about 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission, and is suitable for ages 5 and up. Based in Los Angeles and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, World Ballet Company tours beloved classics nationwide with artists representing over ten countries, having appeared in more than 300 cities for audiences totaling over 500,000. Their performances welcome both first-time attendees and longtime ballet fans.

Kick off the holidays with local shops in the downtown area, where a festive mood pairs with plenty of browsing and seasonal goodies. A welcoming way to step into the spirit of the season with a focus on shopping and treats.

Play through four rounds of fun for a shot at themed prizes.

A tattoo-focused expo that brings together vendors and crafts with live music and other entertainment. Organized as a nonprofit event by Johnathon Cooper.

Experience the largest holiday shopping event in the region, featuring more than 200 vendors all in one place. Explore a wide range of offerings and enjoy a convenient, festive shopping atmosphere.

The RMEF Beartooth Chapter is hosting a Ladies Night Out with a Masquerade Ball theme at the Billings Hotel & Convention Center. Women who care about wildlife and the outdoors can expect games, raffles, auctions, laughter and a night focused on fun. Group table reservations are available for friends who want to attend together. Attendees are encouraged to wear attire that matches the masquerade theme. Funds raised support the RMEF mission, and spots are filling quickly.

Curtis Roy Moore performs at High Horse Saloon with a blend of Americana, roots, and folk, delivering a set that combines original songs with covers.

Fear Factory brings the Cybernetic Domination Tour 26 to the Pub Station Taproom with special guests Darkest Hour and Brotality. Only the Pub Station box office and Etix are authorized to sell tickets. Buying through unofficial resellers, including sites like StubHub or Facebook Marketplace, can result in counterfeit or invalid tickets and may lead to denial of entry.

Adelitas Way brings its 15th Anniversary of the Homeschool Vacation Tour to the Pub Station Taproom with special guests Kingdom Collapse and Aranda. The Las Vegas rock band formed in 2006 and rose quickly on the strength of high energy shows, led by singer and songwriter Rick Dejesus with drummer Trevor Safford and bassist Andrew Cushing. Their self-titled debut produced the anthem Invincible, a top 5 hit at Active Rock radio that became Certified Gold and turned up across television and sports, from the CSI Miami season finale to the weekly WWE Superstars theme, the THQ video game Raw vs. Smackdown, college football coverage on Fox Sports Network, ESPN’s Monday Night Football, and MLB playoff broadcasts on Fox. Over the years the group has released eight full length albums and surpassed a billion streams, touring relentlessly and sharing stages with acts such as Guns N Roses, Shinedown, Creed, Skillet, Three Days Grace, Halestorm, Breaking Benjamin, Staind, Alter Bridge, Theory of a Deadman, 10 Years, Buckcherry, Hinder, Red, Flyleaf, and The Pretty Reckless. Festival highlights include mainstage appearances at Rock On The Range, Carolina Rebellion, Louder Than Life, Welcome To Rockville, Blue Ridge Rock Festival, RockFest in Cadott, Rock USA, and the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. For tickets, Etix is the only authorized seller outside the Pub Station box office. Purchases made through secondary marketplaces may be invalid and could result in denied entry.

Start your Thanksgiving with a festive run through the streets of downtown Billings. Run! Turkey Run! features 5K and Street Mile distances, along with a costume contest and a beer garden. Proceeds support local charities that fight hunger, and since 2011 the event has raised $451,000. Rim Runners receive 20% off registration.

Downtown Billings lights up with more than sixty festively decorated floats celebrating this year’s theme, Christmas under the Big Sky. The parade concludes with Santa waving from the finale, offering a cheerful start to the season for families and neighbors. Now in its 41st year and presented by Heenan & Cook, Trial Lawyers, this long-standing tradition brings the community together to welcome the holidays. Community Seven Television will broadcast the event live. Participants should plan fully themed entries, as plain vehicles are discouraged, and for safety, distributing handouts or candy along the route is not allowed.