Things to do in Missoula this weekend just got a whole lot more exciting—three major summer festivals are launching across the Garden City, and they're bringing live music, local food vendors, and family activities that celebrate everything we love about Montana summers.

Whether you're a music lover, a foodie, or just looking for a reason to get outside, this weekend is stacked.

🎉 Top 5 Weekend Events in Missoula

1. River City Roots Festival | Friday–Sunday, June 13–15
Caras Park along the Clark Fork River
Live music from 20+ bands, craft beer garden, kid zone, and local artisan vendors.

2. Downtown Missoula Art Walk | Friday, June 13, 5–8 PM
Historic Downtown Missoula
Free self-guided tour of galleries, pop-up studios, and street performances.

3. Farmers Market Grand Opening | Saturday, June 14, 8 AM–12 PM
Circle Square, downtown
Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, live acoustic music, and the return of beloved local vendors.

4. Missoula Mavericks Baseball | Saturday, June 14, 7 PM
Ogren Park at Allegiance Field
Minor league baseball under the lights with post-game fireworks.

5. Free Yoga in the Park | Sunday, June 15, 9 AM
Bonner Park
All-levels outdoor yoga session hosted by Missoula Community Yoga.

How to Stay Safe During Missoula Summer Adventures

With summer festivals in Missoula heating up, it's important to prep for Montana's unpredictable weather and high-altitude sun.

Keep a reusable water bottle handy—dehydration hits fast at 3,200 feet.

Pack layers: even June evenings along the Clark Fork can drop into the 50s.

If you're headed to Caras Park or any riverfront event, bring sunscreen (SPF 30+) and a hat.

Local tip: The Kettlehouse Amphitheater and Caras Park offer shaded areas, but they fill up fast—arrive early to snag a spot.

Quick Picks:

🍦 Big Dipper Ice Cream on Higgins is serving a new huckleberry swirl flavor this week—local legend.

🚴 Bike to festival events using Missoula's new bike valet service at Caras Park (free and secure).

📚 Missoula Public Library has extended summer hours starting Monday—perfect for escaping the afternoon heat.

🌲 Pattee Canyon trails are officially snow-free and ready for evening hikes.