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April 15-30, May Events & Beyond...

MAY is Mental Health Awareness Month

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IMAGES: The VSN's Annual Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP on May 16th

  • REGISTER for the Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention (VSAP) Run/Walk/RUCK!

  • VSP/VFE/VOB, SIGN UP to TABLE for FREE (Must bring own canopy, table & chairs) - RSVP: snoble@mt.gov.

  • ​Details are updated daily on the VSN's HEROES PAGE. Please share the FB event with all Veterans, service members, their families/caregivers, survivors, and EVERYONE who supports them. 

  • The Bourbon & Bullets Band is an ALL-Veteran Band that will be playing at our event - Check them out on FB.​​​​​​

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SAVE the DATES, OBSERVANCES, AWARENESS & MORE:

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  • NOW ~ Braach Shepherds for Veterans RAFFLE! (46 Firearms Monthly drawings and 2 special drawings - FB FLYER) Raising funds to help support service dogs in training ($20 each, 3 for $50, or 7 plus bonus ticket $100). Buy our Patriot- Hats -Hoodies -Tees or our "Support a Veteran" by purchasing a Soldier Bear $40. We have 2026 Calendars (FB) featuring 11 of our Veterans and Fallen Soldier, Kyle Bohrnsen who we honor everyday $25. Questions: Jim 406-240-9742 or MSG BS4V Facebook. 

  • NOW ~ Montana Youth Challenge Academy Class 55 enrollment: APPLY! Questions: STEVE - ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR, WESTERN MONTANA (Dillon) 406-925-3894, steve.love@mycacademy.org. 

  • REGISTRATION is OPEN for the American Legion Boys & Girls State! (AL Newsletter - Please follow the QR code on FB and donate funds to the program by 5/1) It's an awesome opportunity for High School Juniors to spend a week at Carroll College in Helena June 14 - 20. What a great opportunity for our young people for learning about how government works!​​​

  • NOW ~ New Legacy Scholarship provided by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF), this scholarship grant program is an application-based program for natural or adopted direct lineal descendants (son/daughter, grandson/granddaughter, and so on) of U.S. military men and women who served in Vietnam - APPLY! (Deadline 5/1 - FB FLYER).

  • NOW ~ Montana small business owners can now apply for the next cohort of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, a national program that provides business education and support at no cost to participants (Deadline 5/18 - INFO).

  • NOW ~ Registration is open for Civil Air Patrol Montana Wing and Idaho Wing joint Cadet Non-Commissioned Officer Academy designed specifically for our Cadet Leaders (5/22-25 Read more - FB​).

  • NOW ~ Register for the 2026 Big Sky Challenge Walk, Roll, & Stroll 5K on May 31st. This year, we’re "Unmasking Awesomeness" because we believe Every Brain is Super! Whether you run like the wind, roll with power, or stroll with heart, we want YOU in our league of heroes at Fort Missoula (Brain Injury Alliance of MT - FB & FB event).​​

  • NOW ~ Sign up for VOANR Moral Injury Retreats (VOA Northern Rockies First one is CO-ED in Hamilton 6/5-7; Wyoming 6/12-14; 6/26-28; 7/24-26; 9/25-27 - FB FLYER). VOA Hotline: 1-844-VOA-VETS, moralinjury@voanr.org.

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April​​ Continued...

  • April 15th (1st & 3rd Wednesday) Veterans Upward Bound ~ VUB conducts monthly open workshops structured in a question-and-answer format. Veterans and service providers are invited to participate in these 30-minute discussions - JOIN! FREE classes for Veterans thinking about changing career paths or transitioning back to school to work on a certificate, trade program, or other degree (Computer skills, budgeting, college writing, admissions, FAFSA help, scholarships & more) April Newsletter.

    • Laptop Program UPDATE: Veterans are eligible if they are pursuing an education or training program or are actively seeking employment. Additional information.

    • 5/15 DEADLINE: Present and former VUB participants may apply for a National Veterans Upward Bound Association scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year.

    • ​Follow us on Facebook!​ Questions: 406-272-6492, info@vubmt.com

  • April 16th ~ DEADLINE: Employer registration for the Western Montana Career Fair at Hilton Garden Inn, Missoula on 4/23 for only $325 (Veterans admitted early at 2:30pm / General Public 3-6pm - FB FLYER). This is your chance to meet job seekers, promote your organization, and find top talent! Registered employers viewable on the VSN LinkedIn Group (or FB FLYER).

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  • April 20th ~ ​​Veteran & First Responder Appreciation Day, 2801 S. Russell St., Unit 24, Missoula, 8am – 8pm (3rd Monday). FREE Elevated Wellness & Rejuvenation sessions for Veterans & First Responders. "Rest & Recharge: Honoring Our Heroes" complimentary session with the Energy Enhancement System (EES) Bring your spouse for 50% off - Follow on Facebook. Learn more: Recharge Your Soul in the 406 Limited spots available. RSVP required: Amanda 406-239-7487, rechargeyoursoulinthe406@gmail.com

  • April 20 & 21st ~ KALISPELL: Veteran History Project, FVCC, 9:15am (FB FLYER).

  • April 20th ~ ONLINE: VBC Happy Hour, 5pm MT. The Veterans Breakfast Club is a community of listening around Veterans and their stories to connect, educate, heal, and inspire - Events.

  • April 21st ~ Get your Ducks in a Row: Elder Life Planning by Hellman Insurance at Greater Good Health, 11am (FB events).

  • April 21st ~ DONATE BOOKS for HMFM's book sale at 10 Fort Missoula Rd (1st Saturday 12-3pm & 3rd Tuesday 9am-12pm until 9/15). Bring armloads, boxes, or a pickup full of books (No donations accepted July 4th - FB FLYER). Questions: Carolyn 406-258-3478, cthompson@missoulacounty.us.

  • April 21st ~ ONLINE: Your Buddies, 10am. The Fulfilled Veteran. On the​ 3rd Tuesday, learn what MONEY you are missing! REGISTER via ZOOM OR via LinkedIn. Questions: albert@ascensionmentorship.com.

  • April 22nd ~ LIBBY: Rural NW Montana Workforce Expo, Libby Memorial Center, 8am - 2pm (FB FLYER).

  • April 22nd ~ GREAT FALLS: Hiring Fair, Montana Expo Park Exhibition Hall, 400 3rd St. NW, 11am - 6pm (Veterans only 11-11:30am).

  • April 22nd ~ ONLINE: Scaling Apprenticeships for Small Businesses - Strategies That Work, 11am MT. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) play an essential role in the economy and innovation (Urban Institute - REGISTER).​​​

  • April 23rd ~ Western Montana Career Fair at Hilton Garden Inn, Missoula (Veterans admitted early at 2:30pm / General Public 3-6pm - FB FLYER). This is your chance to meet job seekers, promote your organization, and find top talent! Registered employers viewable on the VSN LinkedIn Group (or FB FLYER).

  • April 23 - 29th ~ PGA Professional Championship, Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, OR. As a thank you for your service, all PGA HOPE Volunteers will receive a discounted round of golf! A rare chance to play one of the world’s most celebrated courses! (Enter the code PGAHOPE in the blue PGA HOPE Volunteers box). Questions: Complete the contact box at PGA HOPE.

  • April 23rd ~ Welcome Back BBQ. Helping folks transition after incarceration (PHC Watershed Meeting 2nd Thursday & Welcome Back BBQ 4th Thursday). ALL ARE WELCOME! Questions: welcomeback2missoula@gmail.com OR Ty Robinson - Veteran and Reentry Navigator, MC Community Justice Department 406-880-8290, trobinson@missoulacounty.us

  • April 23 - May 15th Arbor Day Events (Montana DNRC urban and community forestry staff: 4/24 Kalispell, Libby & Whitefish). 

  • April 24th ~ The Bourbon & Bullets Band, Sunrise Saloon, 9pm. They are the ALL-Veteran Band that will be playing at our Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP (FB FLYER).

  • April 25th ~ Forestry Days at HMFM, 9am - 4pm (FB event).

  • April 25th ~ Kiwanis Club of Missoula’s 65th Annual Pancake Breakfast raises funds to support kids in our community and beyond (FB event).

  • April 25th ~ Spring into Shape Poker Ride, The Jack Saloon, Lolo, 9am. Grab your horses, buddies, family- Load up & join us (FB FLYER). 

  • April 25th ~ HELENA: Bike Blessing, 12 - 3pm. All bikes & riders welcome (FB FLYER).

  • April 26 - May 2nd ~ National Apprenticeship Week! Annual nationwide celebration for employers, educators, state agencies, unions, and many others to showcase how Registered Apprenticeship improves and expands career pathways for American workers, while helping employers drive economic growth across all industries (US DOL Announcement & FB). US DOL Veteran apprenticeship programs - Toolkit. What's in it for you?

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  • April 27 - 30th ~ Montana Board of Housing Annual Compliance Conference at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Event check-in: 4/27 at 9am; 4/28 & 4/29 LIHTC Instruction, 8am - 5pm; 4/30 HCCP Exam ($550 per attendee - REGISTER).

  • April 28th ~ BHAC Veterans Subcommittee Meeting (4th Tuesday - Behavioral Health statewide), 2pm. Questions: Mike@VeteransNavigation.org.

  • April 28 - July 22nd ~ BIGFORK: MT Health & Safety - REGISTER. Questions: 406-314-7024, montanahealthandsafety@gmail.com.

  • April 29 - May 2nd ~ Jazzoula Spring Festival, Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC) 216 W Main St., Missoula, 6pm (FB event).

  • April 30 - September 6th ~ Montana Vet Program! While most people only see the highlight reels from the river or the trail, our year is built around a calendar full of real work: conservation projects, hard miles underweight, cold water, breathwork, and honest conversations that don’t fit on a brochure. Questions: MVP +1 406-868-7850, mtvetprogram@gmail.com

    • Apr 30 - May 3 Smith River Work Trip. Conservation float on the Smith. This trip is not an official VLTAT (Veteran Lead Therapeutic Adventure Trip). This trip is the preparation for bringing veterans down the Smith River.

    • May 21 - 24 VLTAT 26-1 Smith River. Veteran-Led Therapeutic Adventure Trip. Veterans only, no cost. River miles, real work, and real tools to carry home.

    • June 11 - 14 VLTAT 26-2 Smith River (Spouse Trip #1) Our first VLTAT inviting spouses into the experience on the water.

    • July 15 - 19th (FULL) Backcountry Immersion "SUFFER WELL!" BI is where grit meets instruction. It’s where civilians, Vets, influencers, and wild souls collide under the weight of real terrain, hard-earned lessons, and fire-cooked food. We train in Montana’s high country. We move. We carry. We suffer a little. And we leave changed.  

    • Aug 6 - 9 VLTAT 26-3 Backcountry Hike: Multi-day hiking VLTAT in the Montana backcountry. Veterans only.

    • Aug 21 - 30 XM26 Extended Backcountry Crossing: Our longest and hardest hike of the year. Ten-day window; final dates locked in as we get closer.

    • Sept 3 - 6 VLTAT 26-4 Spouse Hike (Spouse Trip #2) Second spouse-inclusive VLTAT, this time on foot in the high country. Veterans can sign up for VLTAT in January.

  • April 30th ~ River City Roots Festival Announcements, Cranky Sam's, Missoula, 4pm. Find out who's playing at the 20th Annual event in August (Trail 103.3 will broadcast live - FB event).​

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REOCCURING VSP Events are at the end of the first April page.​

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May

  • May 1 - 31st National Mental Health Awareness Month (Missoula County Local Advisory Council on Behavioral Health: 5/9 “In Our Own Voices” Missoula Public Library Blackfoot Room (4th floor), 2 - 3:30pm. Short fiction and poetry from local authors Zan Bockes and Jack Shifflett. FREE and open to the public; 5/12 MLAC public forum, “Your Community. Your Voice.” What is Missoula doing to cope with behavioral health issues? What additional resources are needed? This is an opportunity for community members to air their concerns, to ask questions, and to get answers from local providers of behavioral health services). Questions: Jack 406-530-5887, Missoulalac@gmail.com. 

  • May 1 - 3rd ~ LEWISTON: Women Veterans Symposium (FB) REGISTER!

  • May 1st ~ HELENA: Montana Military Museum Wine & Beer Festival, 6:30 - 10pm (In Honor of MG Jim Duffy - FB FLYER).

  • May 2nd ~ ST. IGNATIUS: Pancake Breakfast, 8am - 11am (Volunteer Fire Dept - FB FLYER).

  • May 2nd ~ BONNERS FERRY: Shine your Boots & Bumpers CAR SHOW (South of 3-Mile - FB FLYER).

  • May 3rd ~ Moving Mountains Foundation ice-skating experience for people of all abilities (1:30pm - FB event).

  • May 3 - 16th ~ Commuter Challenger (Missoula in Motion).

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  • May 4th ~ LIBBY: Flag Retirement Ceremony, Ski Dale, 6:30pm (VFW - FB FLYER).

  • May 5th ~ ONLINE: DAV | RecruitMilitary Military Spouse Virtual Career Fair, 9am - 1pm (MT). Explore new opportunities in securing meaningful employment (5/19 National Virtual Career Fair; 6/9 Transitioning Service Member & Spouse Virtual Career Fair - Calendar).

  • May 7th ~ Partners in Home Care is partnering with the American Red Cross to help address a critical blood shortage, 2673 Palmer St. Ste 201, Missoula 10am - 2:30pm ~ Your donation can help save lives right here in our community and beyond (FB FLYER).

  • May 8th ~ VE Day (1945).

  • May 8 - 10th ~ 43rd Annual Ron Hoppie Memorial Shoot, Missoula Trap & Skeet Club (FB).

  • May 8th ~ Cancer Support Food Truck Festival, Ogren Park at Allegiance Field, Missoula 4 - 9pm (FB event).

  • May 10th ~ Mother's Day

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  • May 11 - 15 ~ HELENA: Red Card Training Opportunities (Montana National Guard - FB FLYER) Become a Wildland Firefighter! May 11–15 Initial Training; May 14–15 Refresher Training; May 27–28 Squad Boss Trng. Questions: cory.r.godfrey.mil@army.mil OR christopher.l.shields6.mil@army.mil.

  • May 12th ~ BUTTE: World Trade and Investment Day, 8:30am - 6:30pm. Governor Gianforte will join us as a speaker! Join us for timely training and practical conversations as we examine the current trade trends and policy dynamics impacting Montana businesses and hear directly from industry leaders, policymakers, and international partners on what lies ahead (Montana World Trade Center Members $99, Non-Members: $149 - REGISTER). Questions: research@mwtc.org.

  • May 13th ~ ONLINE: VETS2PM Virtual Employer Showcase, 11am (MT) - RSVP​!

  • ​May 13th ~ Partners in Home Care’s Palliative Care Community Education Series, led by Nurse Practitioner Brook Sternberg, MSN, FNP-C at 5pm (5/13 Planning Ahead & Dying Well; 8/12 Supporting Families & Caregivers - FB event).

  • May 14th ~ Youth Mental Health First Aid Training, Missoula 9am - 3pm. Learn how to recognize the signs, offer support, and connect youth. Required to REGISTER (Project Tomorrow Montana - FB FLYER; Also available July 15 - Calendar).

  • May 15th ~ Peace Party 2026: Resist. Reclaim. Rebuild., University of Montana (ALI Auditorium) 5 - 9pm (The Jeannette Rankin Peace Center - Volunteer).

  • May 16th ~ Armed Forces Day! On the 3rd Saturday in May, the Veteran Support Network hosts the Annual Heroes at Home BBQ and Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention (VSAP) Run / Walk / RUCK.

    • ​THEME: America250 ~ SEEKING VOLUNTEERS!​

    • Interested in tabling? RSVP to snoble@mt.gov. VSP/Employers/VOB and other details are updated daily on the VSN's HEROES PAGE. 

    • PLEASE SHARE the FB Event with ALL Veterans, service members, their families/caregivers, survivors, and EVERYONE who supports them!

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  • May 18 - 20th ~ FAIRMONT: 2026 Housing Partnership Conference, Fairmont Hot Springs. Sponsorships available.

  • May 22 - 25th ~ Civil Air Patrol Montana Wing and Idaho Wing are proud to host a joint Cadet Non-Commissioned Officer Academy designed specifically for our Cadet Leaders (Read more - FB).

  • May 23rd ~ LIBBY: VETS Memorial Weekend! Veteran-Owned, Happy Inn is having their annual fundraiser for local Veterans and First responders with Valor Equine Therapy Service (VETS). Horse poker ride, pig roast, awards, raffles and Copper Mountain Band (VETS - FB FLYER).

  • May 23rd ~ FERNDALE: Montana Legends Memorial Run for Vets (Poker Run, Ferndale - FB FLYER).

  • May 24th ~ TROY: Halfway House Car Show, Bull Lake Rd, 1 - 4pm. Join us for a day of classic cars, great food, and community fun supporting our local PTA (FB event).

  • May 24th ~ Memorial Day Weekend Program & Certificates of Appreciation to all applying Revolutionary War descendants, RMMMH, 2pm (Coming up in August: Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) Convoy of WWII and forward rolling stock / overnight encampment and Missoula Gun Show, RMMMH Fundraising Booth, Hilton Garden Inn). Visit our Fort Missoula page for more info and/or to donate! Questions: Tate - Executive Director of RMMMH 406-239-7738, militarymuseu45@hotmail.com​​

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  • May 25th ~ Memorial Day

  • May 29 & 30th ~ BOZEMAN: Stop by my stand to try My Boozy Nutz & My Gooey Nutz (Facebook) Questions: Kate - USAF Veteran, Myboozynutz@gmail.com. Please support all Veteran Owned Businesses (VOB).

  • May 30th ~ HAMILTON: Veterans Resource Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, 9am - 3pm (Montana VAHCS discussed community engagement and the Protector's Summit - they expected to have 300-500 Veterans & families! Hosted by Ravalli County Sheriff's Office - FB FLYER).

  • May 30 - September 19th ~ Veterans on the Road! Giving back to Veterans through vehicle repairs & tires (Car shows 5/30 & 6/27 Thompson Falls; 6/6 Eureka; 9/19 Sanders County Fair - FB events).​​

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June - December  

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  • NOW ~ Montana FWP Hunter Ed (Courses available until August).

  • NOW ~ FREE registration begins for the National Veterans Golden Age Games! (6/27-7/2 in FL) FTC Consumer Advice - Scammers

  • NOW ~ Register for the USA 250 Challenge by The American Legion! It's the nation’s semi quincentennial year...once-in-a-generation milestone and a year-long opportunity to honor America’s legacy while supporting Veterans and families in need! American Legion departments and posts are encouraged to connect with their state and local America250 commissions (Online directory). AL Member discounts (video). Something for every American (AL story) & the "Great American Road Trip!"

    • 250 school kits support youth and America’s birthday (AL Story). If your post Legion Family supports Children & Youth Month through a USA 250 Challenge service, please share by sending an email to dispatch@legion.org.

    • America’s Soundtrack is a celebration of the music that tells the nation’s story!

    • Legion Riders: Register now for the Harley-Davidson® Let’s Ride Challenge® (AL Story).

    • National Park Service events.

  • NOW ~ Sign up for the 5th Annual Serenity Scramble in Frenchtown (Fourth D Club - 7/10 FB FLYER).

  • NOW ~ 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (7/11-19) Sign up soon, space is limited!

  • NOW ~ Art & Movement Summer Camp 2026. Registration is LIVE! (7/13-17 - FB event) We have limited availability this year.

  • NOW ~ Registration for the Montana DAV Golf Scramble (7/17-18 / FB). 

  • NOW ~ Applications are open for the 41st Annual Alberton Railroad Day Festival (7/18 - FB event).

  • NOW ~ Sign up for the Rock Creek Women's Veteran Retreat (9/3-7 MWotW - FB FLYER).

  • NOW ~ Montana's Continental Divide Honor Flight! Fly to Washington, DC (9/12-14) Montana Veterans, please get your applications in if you want to be a guardian to care for Veterans. Visit Montanashonor.com to download an application. Veterans fly at NO COST to them. Guardians submit a fee. ​

  • NOW ~ Big Sky Warrior Outreach will be accepting resumes for our 4th annual Purple Heart recipient's antelope hunt (Purple Heart recipient who is 70% or greater VA rated - FB PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A REQUIREMENT FROM THE STATE OF MONTANA) Hunt will be October 18-23. BSWO will provide transportation, lodging, meals. Bryan and Kary Engle, owners of Meats of Montana-Pioneer Meats in Big Timber.

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  • June 5 - September 27th ~ VOA Northern Rockies is hosting five free retreats for Veterans and service members dealing with moral injury and suicide ideation. You’re not alone. Help is available (First one is CO-ED in Hamilton June 5-7; Wyoming 6/12-14; 6/26-28; 7/24-26; 9/25-27 - FB FLYER). VOA Hotline: 1-844-VOA-VETS, moralinjury@voanr.org.  

  • June 5th ~ ONLINE: The Montana Heritage Commission will meet via Zoom, 9am. Registration is required.

  • June 6th ~ Montana Wounded Warrior Poker Run & Fundraiser, 8:30am (American Legion Riders, Havre Ch 11 - FB FLYER).

  • June 6 & 7th ~ SPOKANE: Fairchild AFB SkyFest (FB event).

  • June 12th ~ Veterans Law Group (VLG) 2nd Annual Golf Benefit Scramble, UM Golf Course, 8am check in (FLYER). Questions: Remington - President of the Veterans Law Group & UM Student Veteran Organization, remington.prochaska@umconnect.umt.edu or connect on LinkedIn.

  • June 12 - 14th ~ 2nd Annual R.O.M.P. hosted by ALR Chapter 16 of Fergus Post 16 (AL Newsletter) Flag Day will feature a special morning ride.

  • June 13th ~ KALISPELL: Veteran Appreciation BBQ (FB FLYER).

  • June 14 - 20th ~ American Legion Boys & Girls State! It's an awesome opportunity for High School Juniors to spend a week at Carroll College in Helena - REGISTER (FB). Great opportunity for our young people for learning about how government works.

  • June 15 - 16th ~ Job Site Ready Missoula College (Video) Questions: alex.fregerio@acceleratemt.com or connect on LI: Alex Fregerio. 

  • June 19 - 20th ~ DRUMMOND: Stars & Stripes Rodeo. Help support your local Veterans (Lost Soldier MC - FB FLYER).

  • June 19 - 20th ~ Ride for Tomorrow! 300 Mile Scavenger Hunt, 1000 Mile "SaddleSore" Iron Butt & MORE (RSVP).

  • June 19 - 21st ~ LIBBY: Logger Days! Join Rotary as we bring back a local favorite (FB event).​

  • June 20th ~ BILLINGS: Ride for Tomorrow! (FB FLYER) New riders, email ridefortomorrow406@gmail.com. 

  • June 20th ~ KALISPELL: Montana Veterans Meat Locker, Meat Giveaway, Rosauers, 2 - 4pm (NW MT Vets - FB FLYER).

  • June 22 - 26th ~ Three Rangers Foundation Rendezvous in Fort Benning, GA (Agenda - FB).

  • June 25 - 27th ~ The 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn! U.S. Senator Daines letter to U.S. Department of the Interior requesting support as our state prepares for the celebration events (FB).

  • June 26 - 28th ~ Missoula Marathon registration is OPEN! Join runners from across the U.S. at the 2026 Missoula Marathon—lock in your early-bird pricing today.​​

  • June 27th ~ TROY: Veteran Owned, Silver Spur & GTS Ride. All bikes & rigs welcome (FB FLYER).

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  • July 3 - 4th ~ America250 reveals first host cities for national block parties (NY/CA/WI/KY/SC) American Legion - Read more.

  • July 4th ~ American Legion Riders to deliver Old Glory to D.C. (Story).

    • Fort Missoula ~ 50th Annual Fourth at the Fort Celebration & America's 250th Birthday! A fitting occasion to support all national heritage efforts! The Revolutionary War in the West: As our contribution to the America250 effort, we will be spotlighting the far-flung, dramatic, and colorful events of the war beyond the Appalachians - ​The Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution (SAR-DAR) Encampment will commemorate the American Revolution SemiQuincentennial! They will demonstrate Revolutionary period weaponry and crafts. Also, RMMMH will be having the LARGEST Annual Collector's Sale EVER: 24th Annual Collector's Sale Fundraiser. We already have many donations stored, and we welcome yours of quality garage sale items. Call to donate items: 406-239-7738 or 406-549-8488 for FREE pick up). Follow the Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History on Facebook​! 

    • LIBBY: ​Lincoln Valley Chamber of Commerce announces Independence Day Parade Theme: "Happy 250th America" (FB FLYER).

    • Lincoln Valley Chamber of Commerce has hosted and sponsored the annual parade and fireworks celebration each year and rely solely on Chamber membership fees and community donations to do this (Read more - FB FLYER).

  • July 8 - 10th ~ WASHINGTON D.C. The Veterans Conference focuses on “Serving Those Who Served” and features learning opportunities for AJC & partner organizations who serve Veterans and transitioning service members - REGISTER!

  • July 11th ~ The Bitterroot Performing Arts Council presents its 5th annual Summer Concert Series on the grounds of the Daly Mansion with LEE ROCKER of the STRAY CATS (8pm - FB event).

  • July 11th ~ HELENA: TopHouse will be playing at Lewis & Clark Taproom (FB - They played at our 2019 Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP). Tickets on sale now!

  • July 11th ~ TROUT CREEK: Montana Cool Summer Nights Car Show, Trout Creek Park, 9am - 2pm. Bring ride, live music, Food, Trophies, Beer Garden, T- shirts and hats, fun for all (Follow 406 Cruisers - FB FLYER).

  • July 11th - August 3rd ~ TRIBUTE TO FALLEN SOLDIERS MEMORIAL TORCH MOTORCYCLE RIDE - RIDE ROUTE MAP on Facebook! We're currently looking for ride chapters, clubs, and groups in each of these states to participate and ride with us as we honor more than (65) fallen service members. Questions: Warren@TributetoFallenSoldiers.com

  • July 17 & 18th ~ RMEF at Full Draw Powered by Total Archery Challenge, is bringing mountain archery to Big Game Days (Snowbowl - FB).

  • July 17 - 19th ~ WHITEFISH: Under the Big Sky Festival, The Great Northern Bar. Kyle Hunter (Navy Vet) & the Mountain Standard will open up the after party with Leftover Salmon on the 19th (FB FLYER).

  • July 24th ~ LIBBY: Jackson Dean LIVE at Happy's Inn (FB). Veterans and first responders park free! Sponsored by VETS (Valor Equine Therapy Service) - TICKETS!​​

  • July 25th ~ Montana Warriors on the Water Fort Peck RAFFLE Drawing (FB).

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  • August 1 - 2nd ~ DILLON: Job Site Ready (Video - Registration Link TBA) Questions: alex.fregerio@acceleratemt.com or connect on LI: Alex Fregerio. 

  • August 13 - 15th ~ LIBBY: Ignite the Nites Car Show (Thursday-Saturday). America250 1776-2026 - Everything Patriotic! Prizes for the best patriotic themed car during Saturday's Ignite the Nites Car Show; Patriotic Pin-up Contest; Patriotic Neon Lights Contest; T-shirts; Dash plaques. Ignites is the oldest, active car club in Montana (Established in 1961 - Follow on FB).

  • August 14 - 16th ~ Montana American Legion Riders Legacy Run hosted by ALR Chapter 91 of Corvallis Post 91 (AL Newsletter). This is poised to become a signature annual event for the Department—a ride with purpose, fellowship, and statewide impact.

  • August 15th ~ Missoula Pet Fest 10am-3pm (FB event) & 13th Annual Montana Ride to Remember (Read more - FB).

  • August 21 & 22nd ~ LINCOLN: DAV presents Rockin' the Rockies Music Festival (Veteran Fundraiser - FB). To close off an amazing music festival on the 22nd is our official Montana DAV Band, JD & the Western Front! JD is a life member of the DAV (Bri's JD FB FLYER).

  • August 21 & 22nd ~ River City Roots Festival, Missoula.

  • August 22nd ~ Bikers Against Bullies Isaac's Ride (FB event).

  • August 22 - 23rd ~ BILLINGS: Yellowstone International Air Show ~ Get ready for the U.S. Navy Blue Angels (Schedule - FB FLYER).​​ Volunteer Opportunity for Civil Air Patrol Members (INFO - FB FLYER).

  • August 28 - September 3rd ~ 107th American Legion National Convention (Louisville, KY - AL Newsletter).

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  • October 3 & 4th ~ LIBBY: Veteran Stand Down (FB FLYER).

  • October 24th ~ United Way’s 95th birthday! They'll also celebrate Susan (retiring) at a gala event!

  • November 11th ~ 100th Veterans Day Ceremony, Missoula County Court House, Doughboy Statue, 11am (11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month) ~ This ceremony has been going on since Nov. 11, 1926, when the Doughboy Statue was dedicated by members of the American Legion Post 27 and Auxiliary - EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniform, hat, or a shirt related to their branch of service. 

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  • December 13th ~ National Guard Birthday (American Legion story).

  • December 19th ~ National Wreaths Across America Day 2026! (Save the Date - FB FLYER).

  • January 1st ~ Announcing the 2027 Rose Parade marching bands (FB​) USMC West Coast Composite Band is one of them!

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