Happenings UNDER THE BIG SKY

Alberta Bair Theater

Billings Symphony

CHICAGO – THE MUSICAL ~ 05.10.23 - 7:30pm

TICKETS: $82.00, $67.00; $57.00 Student + non-refundable fees

There’s never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, thousands of standing ovations and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history.

Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective: Sinatra at the Sands ~ May 20, 2023 ~ 7PM

Babcock Theater ~ 2810 Second Ave. N. ~ $20-$40

While it’s been 55 years since Frank Sinatra recorded Sinatra at the Sands, the music remains as fresh as the day it was released. This was Sinatra at his best, performing with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra in the Copa Room of the former Sand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Vocalist Daren Small joins RMJC to perform many of the great Quincy Jones arrangements featured on the album.

WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? ~ 06.10.23 - 7:30pm

TICKETS: $56.50, $46.50 + nonrefundable fees

Prepare to laugh until you cry when four of the world’s most masterful improv artists take you on the high wire act of comedic acrobatics.

2023 Symphony in the Park ~ Sunday, June 25, 2023 ~ Pioneer Park ~ 301 Parkhill Dr 4-9PM (CONCERT AT 7PM) ~ FREE

Bring your blanket or lawn chair and relax to an evening of music under our big Montana sky featuring the Billings Symphony with special guest Chris Smith for the 51st annual Symphony in the Park. Round out your experience with picnic fare from participating food trucks.

Billings Mustangs

Dehler Park

The Mustangs schedule is loaded with home games during the summer months. There are 6 home games in May, 15 in June, 9 in July, 15 in August and 3 in September. Nearly half (23) of the team's 48 games at Dehler Park are scheduled to be played on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. The team has an off-day every Monday throughout the summer except July 3rd and Labor Day, September 4th; the team plays at home both dates. The Mustangs will play its Montana rivals Missoula and Great Falls 9 times each at Dehler Park and plays the Glacier Range Riders (Flathead Valley) 15 times at Dehler Park. The standard start time for all home games Monday - Saturday is 6:35 p.m. with exceptions for holidays. Sunday games will begin at 1:05 p.m.

Billings Studio Theater

Leading Ladies ~ Comedy May 5-21, 2023

A hilarious comedy of two English Shakespearean actors.

The Marvelous Wonderettes ~ Jukebox Comedy ~ June 2-17, 2023

The Marvelous Wonderettes is a jukebox comedy with music from the 1950s and 1960s. The Marvelous Wonderettes will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!

Columbia Club

2216 Grand Avenue ~ COME DANCE WITH US – Sponsored by BSCI

2nd Wednesday of every month, except July & August ~ 7:00-10:00 pm ~ Cover Charge $5.00

Downtown Billings

Montana Women's Run ~ May 13, 2023 AT 8:00 am

The Montana Women's Run is a 2 mile and 5 mile run or walk held in downtown Billings on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 of Mother's Day Weekend. Since 1994, race proceeds of $1,637,500 have been donated back to the community to promote heatlh and fitness for women of all ages through exercise and education while encouraging an active lifestyle.

MetraPark ~ Expo Center

WRANGLER TEAM ROPING ~

Date: May 12 - May 14, 2023

“The Wrangler TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS was formed to bring a professional atmosphere with a national sponsorship program to the amateur team roping industry. For the first time ever, the amateur roper will be able to win sponsorships from national companies that until now, was only available to top ranked pros.

Opportunities: for the general public to learn more about cannabis, products, uses & benefits ~ for cannabis entrepreneurs to network with current cannabis businesses in the region. ~ for those interested in careers in the cannabis industry to learn more about open positions.

May 27 - May 28, 2023

Fun For The Family

DR. JORDAN B PETERSON ~

First Interstate Arena~ Date: May 16, 2023 ~ Time: 7:00 PM ~Cost: Price Varies

Dr. Peterson is a professor at the University of Toronto, a clinical psychologist and the author of 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos (Jan 2018, Penguin Books). His now-classic book, Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief, offers a revolutionary take on the psychology of religion, and the hundred or more scientific papers he published with his colleagues and students have substantively advanced the modern understanding of creativity and personality.

2023 WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL

Montana Pavilion ~ Date: May 18 - May 20, 2023

MSU Billings Foundation's Wine & Food Festival has become the signature event in Montana and the region for wine and culinary enthusiasts. Enjoy a week of wine seminars, gourmet dining and cooking schools with local, state, and nationally-renowned chefs and wine masters.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

May 18 (NORTHERN HOTEL) ~ Wine Masters Symposium - 7pm ~ May 19 (MONTANA PAVILION) ~ Wine & Food Tasting - 6pm to 10pm ~ May 20 (MONTANA PAVILION) ~ Dinner & Auction - 7pm

Montana Audubon Center

7026 S Billings Blvd, Billings, MT 59101

Morning Bird Stroll ~ 2nd

Saturday of the month from 8:3010am

Sat, May 13, 8:30am – 10:00am ~ Sat, June 10, 8:30am – 10:00am

Suggested donation $10/adults, $5/ students, or free for members ~ Register in advance

Morning Bird Stroll ~ 2nd Saturday of the month from 8:30 - 10am Sat, May 13, 8:30am – 10:00am, Sat, June 10, 10:30am – 12:00pm

Suggested donation $10/adults, $5/ students, or free for members ~ Register in advance

Moss Mansion

Derby Day at the Moss ~ Saturday, May 6th ~ Grounds open at 1:00 pm

The Race for the Roses will be under way this May 6th at the Moss Mansion. Come enjoy the excitement of the Kentucky Derby on our beautiful grounds while you watch the races on the big screen. The day will be filled with mint juleps, lovely appetizers, and a little bit of luck for those who want to place a bet or two. But don’t forget – the day would not be complete without a little hat contest, so come dressed in your best with a “fascinator” to beat the rest! On this Derby Day, enjoy the closest thing to the Churchill Downs experience Billings has to offer!

The grounds will open at 1:00 pm and remain open until the end of the final race, come at your leisure. Your $50.00 reservation includes one drink and appetizers. You will be able to place your bets at the betting station and enjoy the races on the big screen under our event tent. The day will be filled with plenty of racing excitement, but don’t forget about the hat contest at 3:30, submit your “fascinator” for consideration at our check-in table.

Yellowstone Art Museum

Thursday Evening Cooking Classes ~ 5:30 – 7:30 PM

May 11 | Curries Around the World

Cost: YAM member $55 | Not-yet Member $65 | Supply Fee Included Go on a global culinary adventure with curry dishes from India, Thailand, Japan, Jamaica and more.

Get more hands-on experience in just two hours with Chef Angela Lyle.

First Friday at the YAM ~ 5pm –8pm

Meet a local artist, listen to the sounds of a talented musician, participate in a stimulating lecture — every First Friday is different. Every First Friday museum admission is free from 4 – 8 PM.

Connections at the art museum with the Montana chapter of the Azheimer’s Association ~ Every 3rd Friday

10:30 AM – 12 PM ~ Free

This monthly program is an important way for people living with early-stage memory loss, including those living with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia and their care partners to connect with others at the YAM. Promoting connection, interaction, and companionship through viewing and discussing artwork and creating art in the studio. The bonds formed at these programs often last throughout the duration of the disease, creating additional support for all involved. Registration in advance is required. Call 800.272.3900 or email montana@alz.org to register. For more information please contact: Alzheimer’s Association ~ 800.272.3900 ~ montana@alz.org

Laurel, Montana

Crazy Days ~ Saturday, June 3rd ~ Downtown Laurel

Sidewalk Sales, Food, Live Music

Laurel Montana Car & Craft Show Saturday, June 17, 2023 ~ 10 am-3 pm ~ Walmart Parking Lot

Food Trucks, Craft Vendors, Kids Carnival Games. Registration and setup start at 8 am that Saturday. For more information, contact Jodi Chapman @ bronc_chic03@yahoo. com