Big Montana Events To Be Excited About In 2026

As we reach the end of 2025, it's a great time to start making plans for 2026. Here are a few fantastic events that you don't want to miss in Montana next year.

I enjoy going to concerts, and there have already been a ton of concert announcements for 2026 that I'm really looking forward to. From music festivals to outdoor shows at the KettleHouse Amphitheater, Montana is a great place to catch a show.

Big Montana Events To Be Excited About In 2026

Montana is home to some of America's best music festivals. There's nothing that beats listening to live music while hanging out in the mountains. One of my favorite festivals is Under the Big Sky in Whitefish, and the lineup for 2026 is arguably one of the best yet.

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It's happening July 17-19, and Chris Stapleton, Zach Top, and Cody Jinks are headlining. It's officially the can't-miss festival for country music fans in 2026. If you plan on attending, find a place to stay as soon as possible. Also, drink lots of water. It's a three-day party.

The Zootown Festival in Missoula is also stacked with incredible bands in 2026. The lineup includes The Lumineers, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, The Head and the Heart, The Chicks, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Trampled by Turtles, and more.

Regardless of your taste in music, there's guaranteed to be something happening in 2026 that tickles your fancy. If concerts aren't your thing, you can plan a trip to explore some of the other great things that Montana has to offer.

What are you looking forward to in 2026? Send us a message and let us know on our station app.