Events in Helena today

A family friendly Kids Day special offers a complimentary meal for children 12 and under, limited to one child per paying adult. Favorites on the menu include mac and cheese, pepperoni pizza, and ice cream.

YWCA Helena presents its largest annual fundraising event, focused on raising funds for the organization.

Every Wednesday, Pizza Ranch offers double points on eligible purchases. Earn two points for each dollar when you enjoy the buffet, dine in, order carryout or delivery, place an online order through the Pizza Ranch website, or pay with a Pizza Ranch gift card. Collect 100 points to receive a $5 reward that can be used on a future visit.

Teams gather at Missouri River Brewing Co. in East Helena for a lively trivia night with question rounds that span pop culture, history and more. The atmosphere is welcoming and energetic, encouraging collaboration and a little friendly rivalry. Top teams earn prizes, and there is no cost to participate.

A lunchtime education series focused on the real-world experience of dementia and the resources that can help families. Presenters explore how to recognize early changes, manage the strain of caregiving including burnout and anticipatory grief, and make sense of behavior shifts. The series also addresses how families determine when home is no longer the safest option, what moving into assisted living or memory care actually entails, and ways to rebuild connection, purpose, and moments of joy after crisis periods. Lunch is provided.

The Lewis and Clark City-County Board of Health convenes each month, with no meeting in November, in the Lewis and Clark Public Health Conference Room. A Zoom option is offered for remote access. Agendas and minutes are posted on the county’s website as they become available.

Pizza Ranch offers a buffet featuring unlimited wings, both boneless and traditional, with a variety of sauces, plus newly added fries. Guests can mix and match flavors and return to the buffet as often as they like.

Presented by Chevrolet GMC of Helena, this returning charity golf tournament brings players together at Bill Roberts Golf Course to support life-changing outdoor experiences. Now in its second year after a successful debut, the event raises funds to provide guided adventures in the Montana wilderness, at no cost, for children facing life-threatening illnesses, along with military members and first responders. Team registration covers lunch, drink tickets, and a cart, with chances to win prizes during play. An awards ceremony will conclude the event.

An early access evening at Helena Civic Center offers relaxed browsing with fewer crowds. Explore dozens of vendor spaces featuring a wide range of curated vintage finds and handcrafted goods while enjoying a glass of wine, champagne, or a coffee drink. There will be live music, adult beverages, sweet baked goods, and the well known Pie Fries. Free craft activities are available for kids. Admission is $10 for ages 13 and over and also includes entry on Saturday. Tickets must be pre-purchased.

At the Helena Civic Center, the 6th Annual Fall Vintage & Makers Market brings together dozens of vendors offering curated vintage treasures and handmade creations. Enjoy live music, food trucks, baked treats like the signature Pie Fries, and adult beverages. Kids can get creative with free craft activities. Admission is $5, and ages 12 and under are free.

Mythical Accessories Emporium brings a rotating selection of handmade, fantasy themed goods to Helena Farmers' Market. Explore jewelry, mugs, signs, accessories, wood boxes, aprons, wands, and more, all featuring original artwork with a touch of magic. New pieces arrive frequently, offering fresh finds each visit. Support local and shop small while discovering unique items to keep or gift.

The 50th running of the Mount Helena Run features a 5.6 mile, 9 kilometer course that begins on historic Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena. The route quickly transitions from city streets to mountain trails in Mt. Helena City Park, climbing 1,300 feet from the starting line to the top of Mt. Helena with views of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and the Elkhorn and Belt Mountains. After reaching the summit, the course descends back to the finish on Last Chance Gulch.