Summer Entertainment and Events Made for Outsiders
April 02, 2024
What’s the best way to explore Billings like a local? Attend one of our scintillating summer events. We have an enviable lineup of entertainment that’s tailor-made for outsiders. From competitions that will please your tastebuds to others that measure athletic prowess, there’s no shortage of events to enjoy in Billings all summer long.
May 5 from 1 pm to 5 pm, Billings Depot
Local tastemakers compete for the title of the best taco in Billings. Who will win? You be the judge. Everyone who attends will receive a chip to vote for your favorite taco.
Tito Puente Jr. Latin Jazz Orchestra
May 7 at 7:30 pm, Alberta Bair Theater
Always honoring his father’s legacy, Tito Puente Jr. has also made a name for himself as one of the most exciting Latin musicians touring today.
May 11 at 8 pm, Alberta Bair Theater
The mark of a great comedian, it is said, is the ability to find jokes where others would find tears. Dave finds jokes everywhere, from his own foibles and faults to his family to pop culture and the state of the world today.
May 11, Downtown Billings
Since 1994, the Montana Women’s Run has donated over $1,727,500 Billings community organizations supporting women. Come cheer on this year’s competitors!
Special Olympics Montana – State Summer Games
May 15-17, Multiple Venues
Special Olympics changes attitudes and behaviors through sport by showcasing the gifts and talents of people, creating friendships and demonstrating the best of the human spirit. Join us in cheering on these champions.
May 18, Downtown Billings
Run with or without beer on a flat and fast course, complete with a costume contest, food trucks and an afterparty.
May 19, Multiple Locations
The first 10 miles of this Boston-qualifier feature some rolling hills, while the final 16 treat you to a loss of 1,000 vertical feet. An exciting marathon to say the least.
Billings Mustangs Baseball Home Opener
May 28 at 6:35 pm and various dates through September, Dehler Park
The Billings Mustangs open their season against Boise Hawks and play all summer long so you can enjoy America’s pastime whenever you visit Billings.
Every Friday in June and July from 5-8 pm, Downtown Billings
Alive After 5 is Billings’ most anticipated summer concert series now in its 20th season.
June 7 from 5 pm to 9 pm, Downtown Billings
Billings ArtWalk is a membership-led organization committed to promoting artists and their fine arts. All ArtWalk events are free. Many locations host music and offer light refreshments. Often, artists attend and present gallery talks.
June 7 from 12 pm to 8 pm
June 8 from 9 am to 8 pm
June 9 from 9 am to 7 pm
MetraPark
Walk with our larger-than-life dinosaur herd with your friends and family as Jurassic Quest roars through Billings.
June 8 at 8 am, Acton Recreation Area
The Rimrock MTB Dash is an X-country-style mountain bike race in the Acton Recreation Area. It has four different categories, and contestants compete based on the total completion time of the race of their choosing.
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
June 14 at 7:30 pm, Alberta Bair Theater
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
June 15 at 7:45 am, Downtown Billings
People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to take part. The proceeds go towards the YMCA Annual Campaign and improving the Billings trail system through Billings TrailNet.
June 23 at 7:00 pm, Pioneer Park
Bring your blanket or lawn chair and relax to an evening of music under our big Montana sky. Come early to this family-centered event and enjoy the popular Kids’ Conducting Contest, an instrument “petting zoo,” face painting, ice cream, and various beverage vendors and food trucks.
For a complete list of all of Billings local events and entertainments, click here.
