The best things to do in Butte

“Whether you're sneaking in a quick nine or grinding on shot shapes, Butte Golf Club has two Trackman iO simulators that make practice feel like play. Book a bay, get pointers from their PGA pro, and keep your swing sharp when the weather says otherwise.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Butte Country Club keeps it classic with a championship layout, a golf simulator for rainy days, and a pro shop and instruction to tune up your swing. Grab a bite after a round, swap stories at events, and enjoy a Montana tradition since 1899.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Whether you’ve lived here forever or keep meaning to go, swing by the Berkeley Pit Viewing Stand this week for a strangely beautiful scene, then hit PitWatch for the real story, from geology and Superfund fixes to water treatment, bird protection, and why the Pit won’t overflow.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Whether you're grinding for league season or just trying to keep the rust off, Uptown Golf Club is Butte's only Trackman iO facility with two huge simulator bays, rental clubs, and PGA-pro lessons. Play real courses or arcade-style games, track your stats, and keep your swing sharp year-round.”

From the Butte newsletter, August 30, 2026

“This week, peek at Montana Folk Festival, one of the largest free outdoor music festivals in the Northwest, and start your must-hear list from Cajun and bluegrass to reggae, go-go and Tuvan throat singing.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 14, 2026

“Old-school vibes meet easy-on-the-clock golf at Highland View Golf Course, with a 1939-built nine that rewards accuracy, a breezy par-3 you can play in about an hour, TrackMan simulators for rainy days, and the Back 9 Sports Bar and Grille for the victory recap.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Ridge Waters Waterpark has Montana’s longest lazy river plus slides for the kids-at-heart. The regular season just wrapped, but the adults-only River Walk keeps flowing this week, so grab a friend and sneak in a mellow morning loop before the chill hits.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Need a quick brain break that isn't another scroll, hit the Mineral Museum at Montana Tech to ogle the Rheanna Star smoky quartz, world-famous Yogo sapphires, a massive gold nugget, a UV room that makes rocks glow, and Boris, the cave bear.”

From the Butte newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Old-timey drive-in movie theater featuring popular Hollywood releases & snacks, open seasonally.”