Good morning, Bozeman.

Developers announced plans for a new multi-use facility that will offer art, entertainment, a hotel, affordable housing, and retail office space near the Gallatin County Fairgrounds.

The project is in its early planning stages and will use several million dollars in private funds over the next five to 10 years.

The inaugural Lone Peak Film Festival began Friday in Big Sky, showing uplifting films and offering mentorship to aspiring filmmakers.

The event featured 16 short films and 6 features and spotlighted voices like MSU graduate Chase Hall who aimed to rewrite Native American stories.

Governor Gianforte and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon held a roundtable at MSU to discuss the state’s education plans, workforce programs, and hands-on learning initiatives.

They said funding for Individualized Education Programs remained stable — and stressed boosting literacy in schools.

On Friday, pre-kindergarten classes at Morning Star School in Bozeman were visited by Gov. Greg Gianforte and U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon as part of her tour returning education control to states.

Gianforte said the visit highlighted local innovation — a move aimed at reducing federal red tape and shifting funding to classrooms.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State University will host a forum on housing affordability and availability at noon on October 10—registration is required by 11 a.m. for Zoom details.

Blackwater Railroad Co.

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Cost info not provided — Experience the wild energy of Blackwater Railroad Co. merging bluegrass with saxophone-driven roots-rock.

Brian Kassay Live at The Bozeman Taproom

6 PM – 12 AM — Murray Bar — No cover charge — Experience live-looping magic from multi-instrumentalist Brian Kassay as he blends sounds with guitar, drums, and more.

Level 1 Freeski Film Tour

7:30-11 p.m. — The ELM — $22.50 — Enjoy a thrilling showcase of top ski films with giveaways, signed posters, and professional appearances.

Gallatin Freshman Football Clash

11 AM – 1 PM — Van Winkle Stadium — Admission details not specified — Don't miss the gridiron clash as Gallatin Freshman takes on Bozeman in an epic high school football showdown.

SLEEP THEORY - THE AFTERGLOW TOUR

7-8:30 p.m. — The ELM — General admission standing — Experience Sleep Theory alongside Nevertel, Oxymorrons, and Stray View in an electrifying live performance.

Paige King Johnson: Livingston Songwriter Festival 2025

4-8 p.m. — ENGINE ROOM DEEP DISH PIZZA — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of melodic storytelling with award-winning country artist Paige King Johnson.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Live Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets on sale September 5 — Experience the energy of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus along with Morning in May.

Mountain West Pitch Competition

8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — EngineWorks — Free entry — Watch entrepreneurs present their innovative ideas at this engaging pitch competition.

Lost Canyons Concert

8 PM — Murray Bar — Admission details not provided — The beloved indie rock band from Bozeman returns to thrill the crowd with their energetic tunes.

Those Who Serve 5k & Ruck March

3-8 p.m. — Bozeman, MT — Entry fee applies — Honor our military heroes with a spirited run and ruck march.