Good Day
Bozeman
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Belgrade teen Lucy Anderson is a quarterfinalist in the Bob Ross America's Most Artistic Kid Contest supporting Blood Cancer United. Voting ends Thursday at 8 p.m. and supporters can vote by logging in with Facebook or donating to multiply their votes. KBZK
- ➤ Montana State University’s Spring Rodeo begins Thursday at 7 p.m. in Bozeman and lasts through Sunday, offering reserved seating tickets from $17 & free admission for children two and under on a guardian’s lap. MontanaRightNow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana State University celebrated Brock F. Tessman's inauguration as the 13th president on Tuesday, Apr. 7 at the Strand Union Building ballrooms, where music, remarks and the oath ceremony marked his investiture. Faculty + staff + students expressed confidence in his leadership for the campus's future. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Montana State University is planning to build a new residence hall to add 250 to 300 beds for upperclassmen and single graduate students as current dorms near full capacity. Work will begin this summer to remove aging West Side homes, with the new building set to open in the coming years. MontanaRightNow
-
Jeff Tweedy Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The ELM — General admission and reserved tickets available — Experience an evening of captivating music with Jeff Tweedy and support from Sima Cunningham.
-
MSU Spring Rodeo
7-9 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Tickets from $69 — Experience thrilling rodeo action in Bozeman's premier venue.
-
The Cat's Glasses with Shark Buffalo
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Soaking entry required — Enjoy live funk music while you relax in the hot springs.
-
Solas Concert at Ellen Theatre
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Get Tickets at TheEllenTheatre.org — Celebrate 30 years of Solas with lively Celtic tunes from talented musicians.
-
Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
8 AM - 5 PM — Montana State University — Team Registration open until April 2 — Experience thrilling matches featuring top talent from across the region.
-
NOT.GREENDAY Concert
8-11 p.m. — The ELM — General Admission and Reserved Premium Loge tickets available — Experience a night of electrifying music at one of Bozeman's top venues.
-
Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montana State University — Team Registration open until April 2nd — Experience thrilling matches featuring top volleyball teams from across the region.
-
Annual Trout Lecture with Nick Lyons
7-9 p.m. — Montana State University Library — Free entry — Explore the evolution of fly fishing with renowned angler and author Nick Lyons.
-
GHS After Prom 2026 - The Raptor Royal
10:30 PM – 1:45 AM — Gallatin High School — Ticket purchase required — A safe fun time for juniors, seniors, and their dates to celebrate after prom.
-
Discussion with Donna Erickson on Ranch Life
6 p.m. — Bozeman Public Library — Free entry — Explore ranching community challenges and landscapes through the lens of narrative nonfiction.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Start with repetition, not perfection.
~ James Clear
About Good Day Bozeman
Welcome to the Good Day Bozeman, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Bozeman, Montana community. If you like the Good Day Bozeman, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Bozeman.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Bozeman and across Montana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Bozeman
A free Bozeman community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaybozeman.com/sitemap