Good morning, Bozeman.

The Bozeman Symphony will begin its 58th season in mid-September with a concert that features acclaimed violinist Hannah Ji playing Marsalis’ Violin Concerto and Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances at Willson Auditorium downtown.

The events will be held on Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 21 at 2:30 p.m. — they honor America’s 250th anniversary.

Montana State’s Spirit of the West Marching Band reached its long-held goal by registering over 200 members, including freshman Hollie Banks as its 200th — from students representing over 20 states and 40 majors — due to boosted scholarships and university support.

The band will start its seven-day camp on Aug. 20 — where it will rehearse for fall games — to prepare for upcoming performances on campus and at community events.

A new fire in Madison County has led to the closure of Highway 87 between Highway 287 and U.S. 20 near Raynold's Pass—officials advise drivers to use alternate routes while fire crews monitor the situation.

Bozeman Municipal Court and HRDC will host the first Food for Fines event on Sept.

5—8 a.m. to 4 p.m.—at the Bozeman Public Safety Center, where defendants making monthly fine payments can donate non-perishable food to receive a $10 credit per item with a limit of 20 items to reduce their fines and stock local food banks.

Since August 2023, ordinance 2172 has reduced urban camping in Bozeman by moving nearly 30 campers—some still holding personal items—and processing 140 vehicles while city official Ben Bailey focused on finding housing for those remaining.

The city will close the permitted area near WinCo by the end of August and end camping altogether in October.

Firefighters from across the country are participating in a 40-hour confined space rescue training in Big Sky today, held at the construction site of the future Big Sky Aspire Gym and Recreation Center—where instructors from Nashville, Chicago, and Phoenix share specialized techniques. The training will be accredited in two days and is co-hosted by Martel and local officials to prepare crews for tight-space emergencies.

Bozeman Chamber Classic Golf Outing

9 AM – 4 PM — Bridger Creek Golf Course — Raffle prizes available — Enjoy refreshments and dance to tunes at this fun community golf event.

Honeyholler Folk-Country Concert

9 PM – 3 AM — Murray Bar — Ticket price not specified — Experience an evening of folk-country tunes under the stars at the lovely Murray Bar.

Adventure Van Expo-Bozeman

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Entry details not specified — Explore innovative adventure vans, enjoy live music, and indulge in local food trucks.

Brian Kassay at Livingston Farmers Market

5-11 p.m. — Livingston Farmer's Market — Free entry — Experience the dynamic sound of a multi-instrumentalist blending various musical styles live.

Morgan Thomas Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening of folk and jazz with songwriter Morgan Thomas in an acoustic performance.

8th Annual Montana Pitmaster Classic

5-8 p.m. — Kenyon Noble Lumber & Hardware — Proceeds support the Gallatin Valley YMCA — Celebrate BBQ with competitors from across North America in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Matcha & Blooms Class

10-11:30 a.m. — La Camionnette Coffee — $100 — Experience a serene, creative afternoon blending matcha preparation and Japanese floral design.

Valley View Rodeo

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly entry — Experience thrilling rodeo events including barrel racing and live music.

Jack n Jill Marathon & Half Marathon

6:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Sacajawea Park and Tennis Courts — Registration required — A scenic marathon in Yellowstone Country that qualifies for the Boston Marathon.

Dead & Down Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Check local listings — Experience an evening with the roots-rock band Dead & Down, bridging genres with their explorative sound.